The #1 Sign Your Hormones Aren’t Working — Even If You Get a Period | MMP Ep. 271
Thu Feb 05 2026
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Most women were taught one simple idea:“If you’re getting a period, your hormones must be working.”
But what if that’s not actually true?
What if you can bleed every single month…have a “normal” cycle on paper…and STILL not be ovulating?
Today’s episode is going to change the way you understand your cycle forever — because bleeding and ovulating are NOT the same thing.
And the difference between the two is the difference between a body that feels balanced… and a body that feels inflamed, exhausted, moody, and stuck.
This is one of the biggest reasons women feel like their body is “changing” or “fighting them” — especially in their late 30s, 40s, and perimenopause.
But the truth is: your body isn’t breaking.You’re just not ovulating consistently.
So let’s break down what’s really happening.
TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro: Why Hormone Symptoms Show Up Even When You Still Get a Period(02:03) Bleeding vs Ovulation: The Difference That Changes Everything(06:49) Anovulatory Cycles & Why Progesterone Drops After 40(09:24) Key Signs You’re Not Ovulating (Even With a Regular Cycle)(11:25) Why Ovulation Matters for Mood, Sleep, Fat Loss & Metabolism(15:33) How Stress, Undereating & Blood Sugar Shut Down Ovulation(26:25) How to Support Ovulation Naturally (Training, Nutrition & Recovery)(34:13) Final Takeaway: Ovulation Is a Vital Sign, Not Just Fertility
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‣ Book a COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION + CALORIE CALCULATION call• how much you should eat 🍴• what you should eat 🌮• exercise adjustments 🏋🏽♀️• lifestyle recommendations 🚶♀️• specific resources to support you on your journey 📕https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom
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‣ Our Website: https://www.vitalityoet.com/‣ DUTCH hormone testing: https://www.loom.com/share/a567d01c12b44aaf855dcf3d9049d537‣ Menopause supplements (code VITALITY10): https://shop.nutritiondynamic.com/collections/all‣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie
Listen on Apple or Spotify:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7erYECmZG7JHyzFePoaybe?si=ad89a3c7d408496eApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-metabolism-and-menopause-podcast/id1683220450
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Email: stephanie@vitalityoet.com
----© 2026 Stephanie Crassweller & VitalityOET
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FREE SUPPORT & RESOURCES: ‣ Book a COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION + CALORIE CALCULATION call• how much & what to eat 🍴🌮• exercise & lifestyle recommendations 🚶♀️🏋🏽♀️• specific resources to support you on your journey 📕https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom ‣ Take The Fat Loss Fix Quiz:https://1ck2gu1qfir.typeform.com/menometabolism Most women were taught one simple idea:“If you’re getting a period, your hormones must be working.” But what if that’s not actually true? What if you can bleed every single month…have a “normal” cycle on paper…and STILL not be ovulating? Today’s episode is going to change the way you understand your cycle forever — because bleeding and ovulating are NOT the same thing. And the difference between the two is the difference between a body that feels balanced… and a body that feels inflamed, exhausted, moody, and stuck. This is one of the biggest reasons women feel like their body is “changing” or “fighting them” — especially in their late 30s, 40s, and perimenopause. But the truth is: your body isn’t breaking.You’re just not ovulating consistently. So let’s break down what’s really happening. TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro: Why Hormone Symptoms Show Up Even When You Still Get a Period(02:03) Bleeding vs Ovulation: The Difference That Changes Everything(06:49) Anovulatory Cycles & Why Progesterone Drops After 40(09:24) Key Signs You’re Not Ovulating (Even With a Regular Cycle)(11:25) Why Ovulation Matters for Mood, Sleep, Fat Loss & Metabolism(15:33) How Stress, Undereating & Blood Sugar Shut Down Ovulation(26:25) How to Support Ovulation Naturally (Training, Nutrition & Recovery)(34:13) Final Takeaway: Ovulation Is a Vital Sign, Not Just Fertility CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE: ‣ Book a COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION + CALORIE CALCULATION call• how much you should eat 🍴• what you should eat 🌮• exercise adjustments 🏋🏽♀️• lifestyle recommendations 🚶♀️• specific resources to support you on your journey 📕https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom ‣ BRAND NEW workout subscription:https://coach.everfit.io/package/UF858169 ‣ Join our community: Metabolism and Menopause by Vitality - Secrets for Fat Losshttps://m.facebook.com/groups/969761266958379 ‣ Apply for coaching with us:https://calendly.com/d/386-k9q-4cg/coaching-application-call-zoom ‣ Our Website: https://www.vitalityoet.com/‣ DUTCH hormone testing: https://www.loom.com/share/a567d01c12b44aaf855dcf3d9049d537‣ Menopause supplements (code VITALITY10): https://shop.nutritiondynamic.com/collections/all‣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie Listen on Apple or Spotify:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7erYECmZG7JHyzFePoaybe?si=ad89a3c7d408496eApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-metabolism-and-menopause-podcast/id1683220450 All other links:https://stan.store/vitalityoetstephanie Email: stephanie@vitalityoet.com ----© 2026 Stephanie Crassweller & VitalityOET