221 | why your hormonal health matters more than you think

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇

this episode is a little different... but if you're parenting an autistic child, it may be one of the more important conversations we can have.

your health is part of the foundation that supports your family, and that includes your hormonal health.

using her own health journey as a starting point, dr. tay explores why understanding your cycle, hormones, and overall health may be one of the most overlooked parts of supporting yourself as a parent. this episode is an invitation to get curious about your body, recognize patterns in your mood, energy, and regulation, and advocate for yourself when something feels off—because your health deserves the same attention and compassion you so often give everyone else.

in this episode, you'll hear:

• why understanding your cycle can improve self-awareness and regulation
• how hormonal health can influence mood, energy, and parenting capacity
• the overlap between hormonal health and neurodivergence
• why tracking your cycle can help you recognize meaningful patterns
• how Dr. Tay's own health journey inspired her to better understand her body
• why trusting your instincts and advocating for your own health matters

timestamps

00:00 why hormonal health matters for parents of autistic kids

03:05 advocating for yourself when something feels off

06:18 understanding your cycle and recognizing your patterns

10:00 why your health is part of your parenting foundation

15:37 the overlap between hormones and neurodivergence

18:03 trusting your instincts and getting curious about your body

21:18 your health matters too

resources

⚡️ explore Dr. Tay's clinical services, parent resources, and support at drtaylorday.com

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