The Oil Fairy by Robyn

The Oil Fairy by Robyn mom, wife, natural health practitioner & certified essential oils coach!

Client love today and my heart is full.  This is everything to me.đź’—If you are curious, join my email list. If you are re...
03/30/2026

Client love today and my heart is full. This is everything to me.đź’—

If you are curious, join my email list.
If you are ready, you can book an appointment with me:

(Links in bio)

You are always welcome here.

You were told your blood work is “normal”…But you still don’t feel like yourself.This happens far more often than you th...
03/20/2026

You were told your blood work is “normal”…
But you still don’t feel like yourself.

This happens far more often than you think.

You finally take the step.
You book the appointment.
You ask for answers.
You do the blood work.

Then comes the call:
“Everything looks normal.”

But here’s what no one explains to you ⤵️

“Normal” doesn’t always mean optimal.

In Canada, lab ranges are based on groups of people in that region who are considered “generally healthy” - not on what thriving health looks like. And those averages? They often include people who are:

• Stressed
• Exhausted
• Undernourished
• Hormonally imbalanced

So yes, your results might be normal on paper…
but that doesn’t mean your body is functioning at its best.

This is where so many women feel stuck.
You feel the fatigue.
The bloating.
The weight changes.
The mood shifts.
The brain fog.

Yet you’ve been told everything is “fine.”

So where do you go from here?

This is where we start to look deeper. We explore:

• Optimal - not just “normal” - ranges
• Patterns in your blood work
• How your symptoms fit into the bigger picture
• Gut, stress, liver, and hormonal function

Because your body is always speaking.
We just need to learn how to listen differently.

If you’re ready to dig deeper, you can access my comprehensive blood lab request form in bio.

Not sure where to start?
Send me a message - I’ll help guide you through it.

You deserve real answers.
And you deserve to feel like you again.đź’—

A few weeks ago a friend said something to me...“I love what you do. I read all your emails. But I do not feel that bad ...
03/13/2026

A few weeks ago a friend said something to me...

“I love what you do. I read all your emails. But I do not feel that bad yet, so I will come see you when things start to get worse.”

We started talking about it, and she told me she had mentioned to her doctor that she thought she might be entering perimenopause.

His response?

“You will just have to push through.”

Like - what??!!

Her response made me laugh:

“Uh, hello. It is 2025. I do not have to just push through.”

Hell yes. She is absolutely right.

Interestingly, most women think they should wait until symptoms show up before they seek support. When the hot flashes start. When sleep falls apart. When the weight gain, mood swings, or brain fog arrive.

The truth is that the most powerful work usually starts before all of that.

Perimenopause is a transition that unfolds over many years. How the body moves through it is influenced by what is happening with your gut, your nervous system, your stress levels, your sleep, and your daily habits long before things begin to feel disruptive.

I have many clients who come to me simply because they want to stay feeling good. They want to understand what is happening in their body and make sure they are supporting it well now so the transition ahead can feel steadier.

Not perfectly.
Not obsessively.
Just consistently and with awareness.

After our conversation, my friend has since messaged me and said, “You know what? I think you are right. I would like to book in.”

And I was so happy!

Because this work is not just about helping women who feel miserable.

It is also about helping women stay well.

If you are in your late thirties, forties, or early fifties and you feel mostly okay but know things are beginning to shift, that is actually a beautiful time to start paying attention.

If you would like support understanding what your body needs right now, you can book an appointment with me anytime through the link below (or click link in bio)

https://lp.happyhormonesolutions.com/book-consult

Let’s talk. You do not have to wait until things fall apart. 💗

I do not think women actually hate getting older.I think women hate not understanding what is happening to them.We lovin...
03/12/2026

I do not think women actually hate getting older.

I think women hate not understanding what is happening to them.

We lovingly watch our children change through every stage.

The baby.
The toddler.
The teenager.
The adult they are becoming.

We do not panic when they change.
We expect it.
We make space for it.
We feel proud of it.

But when we change?

We assume something is wrong.

Suddenly you are more irritable.
More tired.
More sensitive.
Less patient.
You need more rest.
You tolerate less noise.
Your body responds differently to food, sleep, stress, even people.

And instead of curiosity, you give yourself criticism.
You call it lack of willpower.
You call it laziness.
You call it “I just need to get my act together.”

But what I see every week is this:

Women are not struggling because they are weak.

They are struggling because nobody ever explained the transition.

So they try to force themselves to be the woman they were 15 years ago while their biology is quietly moving them into a new stage of life.

Of course you feel confused.
You were never taught this part.

You are not supposed to go backwards.
You are supposed to be supported forward.

I am finally starting to come out the other side of this season myself, and one of the biggest shifts was not a supplement or a diet.

It was understanding.

When a woman understands what is happening in her body, the guilt softens.

The shame softens.

And she can finally work with herself instead of against herself.

If this sounds like you, I teach about this every week inside my emails, and I also work one-on-one with women who want real guidance and a plan.

You do not need more discipline.
You need clarity.

Join my email list or book an appointment with me - links in bio.

You were never meant to navigate this stage quietly and alone.❤️

A few weeks ago we attended the last high school volleyball tournament we will ever attend as parents.I knew it was comi...
03/11/2026

A few weeks ago we attended the last high school volleyball tournament we will ever attend as parents.
I knew it was coming.
I still was not ready.

Three kids. Three different sports journeys. So many memories. Our son found his place in basketball. Our girls in volleyball. Different courts, same life lessons.

Confidence.
Resilience.
Friendship.
Learning how to lose and still show up.
Learning how to win and stay grounded.

And somewhere along the way the parents become a team too. And not just the parents of our team - parents from every team. It’s truly magical.

One of the things I will miss the most are the hugs...

Every single time I walked into that gym I knew I would see these beautiful moms I have come to know and love. Some of them I actually went to high school with and somehow life brought us back together years later through our children and this sport. Others were new friendships that grew quietly over the seasons.

There were a few tears that final weekend. The good kind. The kind that come when you realize a chapter of life is closing.

For many of us moms, these years happen at the exact same time our bodies are moving through perimenopause.

We are cheering our kids on from the sidelines while quietly navigating hot flashes, poor sleep, brain fog, shifting moods, and bodies that suddenly feel different than they did a few years ago.

It is such a strange and beautiful season of life.

Our children are growing up.

Our bodies are changing and we are learning who we are in this next chapter.

Maybe that is part of why weekends like this feel so emotional.

They remind us that life is moving.
And just like our kids, we are still growing too.

Different season.
Same strength.

To my volleyball mom family, thank you for the years, the laughter, and especially the hugs. I will carry those with me for a very long time.

And to the other moms in this group who are somewhere in the middle of busy weekends, growing kids, and a body that is changing right along with this stage of life… I see you.

This season is tender, powerful, and fleeting all at the same time. Hold the hugs a little longer.❤️

My why is me.I want to be the healthiest, strongest, most joyful version of myself… for myself first.And also for the pe...
02/04/2026

My why is me.

I want to be the healthiest, strongest, most joyful version of myself… for myself first.

And also for the people I love.

For my girls, who are growing up right behind me. I want them to understand their bodies before confusion and exhaustion ever take over.

For my son, so he has a mom who is present, calm, and full of life.

For my husband, who deserves the best version of his wife, not the depleted, running-on-empty version.

For my friends, my sisters, my parents, my in-laws, and the women around me.

And one day, for the grandbabies I hope to chase, lift high in the air, and twirl around the yard.

But my why also includes you.

I keep learning, studying, and growing every single day so I can show up as the practitioner you deserve. When I become a better version of myself, I can help you do the same.

A client messaged me the other morning:

“Morning!! I just read your email as I happen to be sitting at my desk drinking my (wine) glass of WithinUs collagen. Your message made me smile! Thank you for all that you do! See you in March!”

Those are the moments that fill my cup.

If any part of this resonates with you, you are always welcome here. Join my email list for weekly guidance, or book a session when you feel ready. Links in bio.
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We have been deeply conditioned to believe that every symptom leads to a diagnosis, and every diagnosis requires a presc...
01/22/2026

We have been deeply conditioned to believe that every symptom leads to a diagnosis, and every diagnosis requires a prescription. In the process, we have lost sight of what the body is capable of doing naturally when it is supported rather than overridden.

Much of holistic care is actually very simple. It draws on nature. On the body’s own healing intelligence. On plants, herbs, and natural compounds that have supported human health for thousands of years.

I know this can be uncomfortable for some people. I see it even now in conversations I have daily. Holistic approaches are often dismissed as strange, ineffective, or unrealistic. And yet, they are often the most straightforward and accessible tools we have.

This became especially clear to me when I began learning about essential oils. In Western culture, many ancient remedies have been stripped of their integrity and mass-produced, diluted, or synthetically altered. They end up on store shelves as fragrances or novelty items, disconnected from their original purpose. When this happens, the body no longer recognizes them in the same way.

We then assume these tools do not work, when in reality, they have simply been altered beyond usefulness.

The issue is not that herbs, oils, or natural remedies are ineffective. The issue is that we have taken something powerful and made it unrecognizable. And then we wonder why it does not help.

Our bodies are not confused by nature. They are familiar with it. They respond to it. The confusion comes from a culture that prioritizes speed and convenience over understanding and relationship.

We reach for the quick fix. The pain reliever. The antibiotic. The immediate override. And while these tools absolutely have a place, they were never meant to be the only answer.

There is another way. One that asks us to slow down, to learn, and to reconnect with what the body has always known.

If any of this resonates, or even sparks a little curiosity, you are welcome to join my email list.

And if you feel ready right now, book an appointment with me and let’s really get started! 🩷

Links in bio.

We need to return to a preventative way of caring for ourselves.That means paying attention to what we eat and how we ea...
01/21/2026

We need to return to a preventative way of caring for ourselves.

That means paying attention to what we eat and how we eat. How we move our bodies. How we sleep. How we work. How we manage stress. How we tend to our emotional health, our relationships, and our intimacy. When these pieces are in balance, we create energy. And that energy is what protects us over time.

Many women, especially those who came of age in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, have lost trust in their bodies. Menstruation was framed as a curse. Menopause was framed as something to fear. Very little support was offered as we moved through these transitions, and even less reverence.

Somehow, the most natural parts of being a woman were treated as problems.

They are not.

I took this photo in the dressing room . It feels like a quiet reminder of what so many of us have forgotten.

We need to come back to understanding ourselves as whole, beautiful human beings. To treat our bodies with a basic level of love and respect. To build a kinder, more compassionate relationship with ourselves.

This work matters. And yes, it takes effort. But it is the most important work there is.

When I first began this path years ago, everything came back to one simple truth: love the woman in the mirror. Not just her appearance. But her eyes. Her story. Her strength. Her resilience.

To stand in front of yourself, meet your own gaze, and genuinely love what you see.

That is where healing begins. đź’ž

Sometimes it is not about doing more.Sometimes it is about being guided back into your breath.A woman recently shared th...
01/08/2026

Sometimes it is not about doing more.
Sometimes it is about being guided back into your breath.

A woman recently shared this with me (referring to my You Time meditation in one of my emails):

“Your link brought breathing to a whole new level just by hearing your voice.”

If you are seeing this and you are a woman in perimenopause or menopause, quietly wondering when your body changed the rules and forgot to tell you… you are in very good company.

Through my emails, I share honest conversations, practical tools, and grounded support for women in perimenopause and menopause. Let us be real, this transition can be a lot.

Confusing.
Surprising.
Sometimes even a little laughable in hindsight.

I offer education, reassurance, and gentle practices that help you feel steadier, calmer, and more like yourself again.

If this feels like a soft yes, or even a curious “maybe,” - join me!! I would love to get to know you.🥰

Link in bio or copy below:
https://lp.happyhormonesolutions.com/email-list-

In keeping with the softness and compassion we have been talking about as we move through these first weeks of 2026, I w...
01/04/2026

In keeping with the softness and compassion we have been talking about as we move through these first weeks of 2026, I want to invite you into a simple, supportive practice.

So many of us are learning to tune back into our bodies.
To notice how we actually feel.
To move away from pushing and into listening.

This is why I love the work of so much.
Her voice, her pacing, the way she moves and guides all feel deeply regulating.
There is no pressure to perform.
No expectation to be anywhere other than where you are.

This is an invitation to soften.
To slow down.
To turn inward for a few moments and let your nervous system settle.

If you are feeling tired, tender, overwhelmed, or simply in need of grounding, this is a beautiful place to begin.
Even a few minutes can make a difference.

Here is the link if you would like to try this practice:
👉 https://youtu.be/0V_zxvWCBlY

Let this be part of how you care for yourself in these early weeks of the year.
Gentle. Supportive. Loving.

I would love to hear how it feels if you try it.

Happy New Year!! 🎉🎊How are you really feeling as this year begins?Energized? Tired? Hopeful? A little unsure?Because it ...
01/02/2026

Happy New Year!! 🎉🎊

How are you really feeling as this year begins?
Energized? Tired? Hopeful? A little unsure?

Because it is January 2nd.
And you are about to hear a lot of noise.

New year. New you.
Start now. Push harder. Do more.

I want to offer something different.

For many women, December was a full-contact sport.
You were the organizer, the planner, the emotional glue, the Santa, the magic maker.
You kept the whole engine running.

This is not the moment to whip your body into shape.
It is the moment to exhale.

January is a beautiful time to tend to your nervous system.
To let your body come down from the constant go-go-go.
To remind it that it is safe to slow down.

It is winter. Think warm, nourishing food.
Soups, stews, simple meals that actually feel good to eat.
Daily walks. Fresh air. Sunshine on your face.
Movement that supports you, not punishes you.

Create cozy mornings.
Unrushed evenings.
Simple routines that tell your body it can soften a little.

You would be amazed at how much your body responds when it feels supported like this. You might even notice some weight loss if that is what you are craving.

This is the starting point.
Not five gym classes a week.
Not forcing motivation that is not there yet.

This is replenishing.
This is restoring.
This is laying the foundation so everything else actually works later.

So if you are getting my emails and learning about nervous system regulation right now, let January be your practice month.
Do the simple things. Repeat them. Stay consistent.

There will be a beautiful 12-week program coming later but, for now, this month is about care, not pressure.

It is time to care for yourself the way you care for everyone else. đź©·

(Link in bio to join my email list)

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As this year begins to soften and make room for 2026, I want to invite you into a moment of reflection. A quiet check-in...
12/31/2025

As this year begins to soften and make room for 2026, I want to invite you into a moment of reflection. A quiet check-in.

Take a breath and look back at the past year.
How did you really feel in your body?
In your energy?
In your mind and heart?

What did you show up for?
What felt hard to follow through on?
Where did you do the best you could with what you had at the time?

No judgment.
No stories about being behind.
Just honesty and compassion.

Now gently turn your gaze forward.
How do you want to feel as you move into this next chapter?
More grounded?
More at ease in your body?
More connected to yourself?

If something inside you knows it is time for change, listen to that voice.
Not with force, but with curiosity.
With kindness.

Real change does not come from pressure.
It comes from awareness, small brave choices, and a willingness to care for yourself differently.

You are allowed to begin again—softly, honestly, and in your own time.
2026 does not need perfection from you.
It just asks for presence.

Take this moment.
Let it land.
And trust that the next step will reveal itself.
đź’ž
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