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Jenna Longoria - The Period Guru Women's Hormone Specialist. Functional Nutrition & Diagnostic Testing with Jenna Longoria, FDN-P. Find Hormonal Balance and Digestive Wellness TODAY.

Jenna Longoria aka The Period Guru, is a board certified functional nutrition practitioner specializing in women’s hormones. She was listed by The Huffington Post as one of the top 20 new health writers to follow in 2017. Her work has been featured in Mind Body Green, NBC, The Elephant Journal, SXSW and she is the author of The Period Solution, a 28-day hormone balancing guide. Through her virtual private practice, Jenna helps women reclaim their hormones and digestive health with a multidisciplinary approach combining functional medicine, nutrition, and diagnostic lab testing. Jenna is a firm believer that the right diet and lifestyle can put any hormonal condition into remission. You can find her at www.jennalongoria.com or reach me by email at [email protected]

Is it possible to track your cycle postpartum??⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠After having a baby, waiting for your first period can feel like a ...
10/14/2026

Is it possible to track your cycle postpartum??⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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After having a baby, waiting for your first period can feel like a total guessing game. However, with a few tools, you can start tracking your cycle and possibly even predict when your period will start! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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Personally, after having my son, I ovulated 5 months postpartum and was able to confirm it with the following fertility signs👇🏽⁠ ⁠
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⁠ 1️⃣ Sustained increase in my basal body temperature (I use the Tempdrop Fertility Tracker armband thermometer to track this, especially because my sleep schedule is so sporadic with the wee one)⁠ ⁠
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⁠ 2️⃣ Fertile cervical fluid, which is stretchy and looks like raw egg white during ovulation, then dries up post-ovulation.⁠
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‼️NOTE: There were many times I thought I saw fertile cervical fluid, but it was just arousal fluid. Breastfeeding can create arousal fluid and this fluid can look a lot like fertile cervical fluid. A trick to distinguish between the two is to roll the fluid between your fingers because arousal fluid dries up & fertile cervical fluid doesn’t.⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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3️⃣ Middleschmertz- This twinge in the o***y can happen a few days before, during, or after ovulation, however not everyone will feel it. I felt a twinge in my o***y around the time I noticed fertile cervical fluid. ⁠
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🩸Based off all these signs, I was pretty confident that I would get my period within 11-12 days. And I did! They don’t call me the Period Guru for nothing!) And you, too, can be your own guru by tracking your own cycles! ⁠
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👋🏻 Comment PERIOD below & I’ll DM you the link to my free Period Fix masterclass. This masterclass is helpful for postpartum mamas AND women who simply want to learn more about their hormones and tracking their cycle! ⁠ ⁠
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Is your period late (and, you know you’re NOT pregnant)?⁠⁠This is actually due to delayed or late ovulation and the #1 ...
10/13/2026

Is your period late (and, you know you’re NOT pregnant)?⁠
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This is actually due to delayed or late ovulation and the #1 cause is…⁠
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STRESS! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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Stress comes in many shapes and forms. And, we’re all vulnerable to the effects of it. Common sources of stress that might be impacting ovulation include:⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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❎ Lack of sleep⁠ ⁠
❎ Traveling⁠ ⁠
❎ Alcohol and sugar⁠ ⁠
❎ Nutrient deficiencies ⁠
❎ Sickness or infection⁠
❎ Work ⁠ ⁠
❎ Relationships⁠ ⁠
❎ Grief⁠ ⁠
❎ And more⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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Regardless of the cause of stress, any kind of stress can delay ovulation. Cue: your late period!⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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So, the next time your period decides to show up late, don’t panic. ⁠
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First, assess. Have you experienced additional stress lately? Emotional, mental, chemical, physical?⁠ ⁠
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However, if you do experience irregular or late periods on a monthly basis, it’s time to understand why this is happening. ⁠
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📕 My ebook, “The Pain-Free Period Guide”⁠ is your FREE resource to help you heal your painful, irregular periods. 👇🏼Comment GUIDE & I’ll send it over! ⁠
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My #1 tip for conception…⁠⁠Stop ALL hormonal birth control at least 3-6 months before trying to conceive!⁠⁠While some p...
10/09/2026

My #1 tip for conception…⁠
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Stop ALL hormonal birth control at least 3-6 months before trying to conceive!⁠
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While some people may get pregnant right away after stopping birth control, it’s not necessarily the safest or healthiest way to conceive.⁠
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Many OB’s recommend continuing birth control up until the month you’re ready to start trying. But here’s the problem with that:⁠
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🩸 Birth control depletes key nutrients essential for a healthy pregnancy, including folate, B vitamins, and magnesium.⁠
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💡 The first 8 weeks of pregnancy are critical for embryonic development—sometimes before most people even realize they’re pregnant. The nutrient stores you build before conception are far more important than the prenatal vitamins you start taking after.⁠
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🥦 Folate is especially crucial. If your folate levels are low at conception (which they likely will be after stopping birth control), your baby will be, too. This increases the risk of miscarriage and developmental issues, including tongue ties at birth.⁠
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💪 Your postpartum recovery matters, too. Going into pregnancy with depleted nutrient stores can lead to more fatigue, a harder recovery, and a higher risk of postpartum depression.⁠
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Taking the time to nourish your body BEFORE pregnancy sets you and your baby up for the healthiest start possible. If you’re thinking about trying soon, now is the time to focus on replenishing your nutrients, supporting hormonal balance, and preparing your body for this exciting new chapter!⁠
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👋🏻Want to learn more tips to optimize your fertility to prepare for conception? Comment LIST below to get my FREE Fertility Checklist.⁠
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Why you need healthy periods (for more than just conception).. 👇⁠⁠Ovulation and healthy periods are NOT just for fertili...
10/08/2026

Why you need healthy periods (for more than just conception).. 👇⁠
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Ovulation and healthy periods are NOT just for fertility or wanting to have a healthy pregnancy.⁠
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Every single woman should be motivated to achieve healthy menstrual cycles and here’s why ⬇️⁠
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Take a look at the course of your monthly menstrual cycle: the fluctuation of hormones that happens over ~28ish days is a catalyst for biological events that impact the ENTIRE female body. ⁠
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Did you know that 4,000 gene products and 400 physiologic processes DEPEND on this fluctuation of estrogen and progesterone?!⁠
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For example…⁠
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✅Cellular apoptosis (the death of cells) depends on cycle day peak of estrogen and cycle day 21 peak of progesterone.⁠
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✅ Cycle day 12 peak of estrogen is key for cancer control and cycle day 21 progesterone peak upregulates P53 tumor suppressor gene which inhibits tumor formation! It also activates RAS gene suppression which is anti cancer.⁠
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✅The peak of progesterone grows bone (Dr. Jerilynn Prior found in her research that for each year a woman doesn’t ovulate, they lose 1% bone mass)⁠
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✅Progesterone peak activates GABA and reduces anxiety⁠
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✅Progesterone peak relaxes smooth muscle which lowers blood pressure and cramping.⁠
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✨ Save this for next time someone tells you that you don’t need a period! ✨⁠
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And if you’re ready to start healing your painful periods and imbalanced hormones, comment PERIOD below and I’ll DM you the link to watch my FREE Period Fix Masterclass! ⁠
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Can you get pregnant during perimenopause?First, let’s clarify:Menopause = 12 full months without a period.Perimenopause...
10/07/2026

Can you get pregnant during perimenopause?

First, let’s clarify:

Menopause = 12 full months without a period.

Perimenopause = a DECADE-long transition where hormones fluctuate and cycles may shift, but ovulation STILL happens.

So, YES, you can still get pregnant during perineopause!

Just because you are in perimenopause doesn’t mean you suddenly ran out of eggs.

While fertility and egg quality decline with age (but according to new research, not as much as we have previously been led to believe), there are ways you can naturally support and improve them.

I’ve seen women in their 40’s in my practice get pregnant with their own eggs!

So what can we do to optimize our fertility during perimenopause?

First, test progesterone 5-7 days after ovulation to make sure it’s in range. Ideal levels are 20 ng/ml or above, but women in perimenopause may not get that.

f levels are not ideal, try following the steps below to boost progesterone, and if you still don’t see a positive shift in your levels, talk to your provider about progesterone hormone replacement (only in your luteal phase!! If you take it daily it can prevent ovulation).

1. Vitamin C- Supplement with REAL food vitamin C to support your adrenals, which will help protect your progesterone levels.

2) Prioritize strength training + low-impact movement- During perimenopause, insulin sensitivity changes, and your body responds way better to more supportive, sustainable forms of movement. Weight training and low-impact workouts help balance blood sugar, reduce stress, and actually work with your hormones.

3) Stress management via nervous system regulation- breathwork, prayer, journaling, walks in nature, somatic therapy, yoga, sunrise gazing, grounding your feet in the earth, etc. Your body needs to feel safe in order to ovulate and keep progesterone levels robust.

I know the fertility journey can be overwhelming, especially in your late 30’s or early 40’s. I want you to know: there is another way. With the right support, your body is capable of incredible things.

Did you know pregnancy is possible during perimenopause?

5 markers of a healthy menstrual cycle that is ready for conception ‼️ ⁠⁠If you’re trying to conceive, achieving a healt...
10/05/2026

5 markers of a healthy menstrual cycle that is ready for conception ‼️ ⁠
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If you’re trying to conceive, achieving a healthy menstrual cycle and restoring ovulation is a critical FIRST step. ⁠
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Because when it comes to getting pregnant and staying pregnant naturally, your period will often give you signs or clues if something is off with your hormones or resource system. And it’s important to know what these imbalances may be BEFORE conceiving.⁠ This is why your period is considered to be the 5th vital sign!⁠
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So, these are the 5 qualities I look for to confirm a healthy, balanced menstrual cycle:⁠
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✅A monthly cycle that last 25-36 days and shows some consistency month-to-month.⁠
✅ Atleast 4 days of fertile cervical mucus leading up to ovulation day. This CM often looks stretchy and clear, like an egg white.⁠
✅ A luteal phase that lasts 11 days to indicate strong progesterone levels.⁠
⁠✅ A period that lasts 3-7 days without spotting leading up to the start of your period.⁠
⁠✅ A bright, red period with little or not clotting.⁠
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If this doesn’t sound like your menstrual cycle, no worries! I’ve created a roadmap for you!⁠
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The Period Solution is a 6 module course that includes:⁠
✨How to chart your menstrual cycles correctly⁠
✨What to eat and when⁠
✨The best exercises for your cycle health ⁠
✨Strategic supplements to restore ovulation and regulate your menstrual cycle⁠
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Comment PERIOD and I’ll DM you the link to The Period Solution course! ⁠
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How to create a balanced breakfast and why it matters!⁠⁠Your hormones depends greatly on the foods you eat. Eating balan...
10/02/2026

How to create a balanced breakfast and why it matters!⁠
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Your hormones depends greatly on the foods you eat. Eating balanced meals (especially breakfast first thing in the AM) keep blood sugar balanced, stress hormones low, and your body energized. ⁠
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Here is what I mean by a “balanced” breakfast: containing protein, carbs, and fat. ⁠
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When carbs or sugar are consumed alone, they spike blood sugar, increase cortisol, and don’t keep you satiated for long.⁠
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So, balanced breakfasts are 3 part, including:⁠
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1. Protein, like eggs, yogurt, cottgage cheese, chicken sausage, etc.⁠ aim for atleast 30 frams at breakfast.
2. Fats, like avocado, butter, nut butter, egg yolks, full fat dairy, etc.⁠
3. Carbohydrates, like organic fruit, sweet potatoes, sprouted oats, sourdough, etc. ⁠
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🔑 The key is eating primarily whole food sources of protein, carbs, and fats.⁠
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And here is a bonus tip: build your meals around protein! First, select your protein source, then build from there. This is a fail-proof way to keep your meals and snacks high protein, balanced, and nourishing! ⁠
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For more hormone-healthy dietary tips, comment HORMONES and all send you the link to my Nutrition Foundations Masterclass! ⁠
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