Let’s Talk Hormones: What Every Mom Should Know This Summer ☀️
- LaReine Chabut
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
Ah, summer — the season of sunshine, longer days, and maybe (just maybe) a bit of time for yourself.
But if you’re a mom wondering why you’re feeling a little more tired, anxious, or out of sync lately, let me reassure you: it’s not just you, and you’re not alone. Your hormones might just be trying to get your attention.
As an OB-GYN, I’ve spent over two decades helping women navigate the complexities of their bodies, and one thing is clear: hormones impact everything — your energy, mood, sleep, weight, cycles, and even how connected you feel to yourself and others.
So let’s take the mystery out of hormones. Here’s what I wish every mom knew — especially during the summer months.
Why Summer Can Throw Hormones Off
You’d think the sunshine would solve everything — and yes, vitamin D does help! But summer also means:
Disrupted sleep schedules (hello, late sunsets and travel)
Dehydration (which affects everything from your thyroid to your cortisol)
Changes in routine (goodbye, meal prep and regular workouts)
All of this can put a little extra pressure on your endocrine system — especially if you’re already juggling parenting, work, perimenopause, or postpartum recovery.
Hormones That Like to Stir Things Up
Here are a few key hormones that might be shifting during this season — and how they show up:
1. Cortisol — The Stress Hormone
When your body feels stressed (even good stress), cortisol levels can spike. Signs include afternoon crashes, disrupted sleep, irritability, and sugar cravings.
2. Estrogen — The Balancer
Supports the brain, bones, skin, and mood. Low estrogen (common postpartum or perimenopause) can cause hot flashes, brain fog, and cycle changes.
3. Progesterone — The Calmer
Helps you sleep deeply and feel emotionally grounded. If it’s low, you might feel wired-but-tired, anxious, or have sleep issues.
4. Thyroid Hormones — The Metabolism Regulator
Even mild shifts can cause fatigue, mood changes, or metabolism issues. A full thyroid panel gives important insight.
What You Can Do This Summer
Let’s keep it simple and doable:
Hydrate (aim for half your body weight in ounces — and add electrolytes if you’re active) Protect your sleep rhythm — hormones love consistency
Eat to support hormone health (protein, healthy fats, fiber)
Track your symptoms for a few weeks
Ask your doctor for a full hormone panel if something feels “off”
Bonus Tip: Dr. Amersi also recommends the “Designs for Health” Women’s line of supplements to help support hormone balance.
The Bottom Line
Hormonal changes are normal — but suffering through them isn’t. Understanding your hormone health helps you feel more balanced, energized, and supported.
Warmly,
Learn More About Dr. Shamsah Amersi:
Supplements: https://www.designsforhealth.com/u/SHAMSAHAMERSI
Website:https://www.dramersi.com/
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