Our bodies are incredible. They grow, heal, and adapt in ways that often go unnoticed or uncelebrated. Lately it seems we are focusing on the things our government is taking away.
Let’s shift the narrative—our bodies don’t just endure, they thrive. Here’s why we should be in awe of them, backed by science, and how we can better support them every day.
We Grow and Birth Life—Even if We Choose Not To
The uterus is one of the most adaptive organs in the human body. During pregnancy, it expands from the size of a pear to accommodate a full-grown baby—an increase of up to 500 times its original size (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists). Even if we never experience pregnancy, our bodies are built to handle extreme transformation and endurance.
Support Your Body: The postpartum period, or even just the changes that come with a shifting cycle, can leave our pelvic floor and vulvovaginal tissue feeling tender. Salve is formulated with soothing calendula and echinacea to support skin healing and overall comfort.
💡 Reframe It: Whether or not we carry children, our bodies are designed for resilience. That alone is something worth honoring.
We Heal Ourselves—Every. Single. Month.
Menstruation isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a full-body regeneration process. Each cycle, the uterus sheds and rebuilds its endometrial lining, which requires energy, hydration, and hormone regulation. Research shows that women can lose up to 80 milliliters of blood per cycle (Johns Hopkins Medicine), yet our bodies instinctively compensate through fluid retention and increased iron absorption.
Support Your Body: Hormonal shifts can lead to bloating, breakouts, and skin sensitivity. A few spritzes of Hydrosol, with rose and chamomile, can help calm inflammation and refresh skin (and mood) during your cycle.
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💡 Reframe It: Your body isn’t just bleeding—it’s renewing. Every month, it rebuilds itself stronger, like the ultimate act of self-care.
Our Vaginas Are Self-Cleaning
Unlike other organs that rely on external maintenance, the vagina is its own ecosystem. Thanks to Lactobacillus bacteria, it naturally maintains an acidic pH (~3.8-4.5) that prevents infections and keeps everything in balance (NIH). Harsh soaps and over-cleansing can disrupt this delicate microbiome, making irritation and infections more likely.
Support Your Body: Instead of stripping away your body’s natural defenses, support them. Taking a daily Probiotic helps nurture good bacteria in the gut, which in turn supports a healthy vaginal microbiome.
Taking A Probiotic Creates A Strong Foundation
💡 Reframe It: Your body already knows how to take care of itself—your job is just to support the process.
We Feel Deeply—And That’s a Superpower
Estrogen and oxytocin aren’t just reproductive hormones; they also enhance social bonding, emotional intelligence, and even pain tolerance. Studies show that women’s brains have more active mirror neurons, making them more empathetic and attuned to others’ emotions (Harvard Medical School). That sensitivity isn't a weakness—it’s a neurological advantage.
Support Your Body: When stress or hormonal shifts feel overwhelming, small rituals make a difference. Adding Tonic—a balancing blend of Cedarwood, Orange and Oregon Grape —to your bath routine can help support overall inflammation and discomfort.
💡 Reframe It: Feeling deeply means living fully. Your emotions are part of what makes you powerful—embrace them.
We Are Built to Adapt and Survive
From puberty to pregnancy to menopause, female bodies undergo continuous change. Estrogen plays a role in bone density, cardiovascular health, and even brain function (Mayo Clinic). As estrogen levels shift throughout life, so do energy levels, metabolism, and even skin elasticity—but this adaptability is what makes us incredibly resilient.
Support Your Body: As estrogen declines with age or stress, vaginal dryness and irritation can become more common. The Bestseller Bundle—with the probiotic, salve, and tonic—provides holistic support for comfort, hydration, and balance at every stage.
💡 Reframe It: Your body is constantly evolving, but that change is a sign of growth, not decline. Strength doesn’t come from staying the same—it comes from adapting.
Your Body is Extraordinary—Honor It.
Instead of criticizing our bodies for what they "should" be, let’s celebrate what they are—resilient, adaptive, and self-sustaining. However you choose to care for yourself remember: your body is already doing the hard work. Your job is simply to support it.
Further Reading:
WTF Is Wrong With My Vagina? Comparing 3 Common Vaginal Issues
My Battle With Chronic Yeast Infections & the Magic Vagina Potion That Gave Me Total Bodily Autonomy
How Your Hormones Change From Puberty To Menopause