14/02/2026
Since it’s Valentines 🌙💗 and all, here’s a little self love reminder for all you Luteal phase ladies out there.
Self criticism can be a common side effect from a cocktail of hormonal shifts going on in the body after ovulation. Straight after ovulation estrogen drops (estrogen is the hormone that increases confidence, energy & sociability), this shift means changes in mood, and how we view ourselves- as we move further into the luteal phase (usually day 14-28 of a 28ish day cycle). Estrogen drops further causing more self-doubt, reduced body confidence & increased comparison. Whats more, another hormone joins the party after ovulation called progesterone, she can cause calmness among other positive things (which is great!) but the hormone also causes slower digestion, increased water retention, bloating & fatigue so not only is this shift in hormones, changing your mood/mind but your body itself is different. Be kind to yourself during this phase. Your body is doing amazing things and so she needs self care, self love, sleep, calories and self compassion.
