My name is Phonexay Lala Simon, and I'm a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. I've been practicing acupuncture and herbal medicine for twelve years, and a few years ago I began weaving seed cycling into how I support my patients. What pulled me toward seed cycling was a question I kept returning to: how can I help people support their hormonal wellness in a way that feels nourishing rather than clinical? 

Living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can be exhausting. It’s a condition that comes with a constellation of symptoms that can touch many aspects of a woman’s health and life. Disruptions in hormones, insulin and androgen levels can lead to irregular menstrual cycles, acne, hair growth, weight gain, ovarian cysts and, for many women, challenges with fertility.

Dear Two Moons Readers, I’m Justine Carino. In my group practice based in New York and Connecticut, my team and I help individuals, couples, and families reduce anxiety, improve relationships, and build lives that reflect their core values. I also support ambitious women navigating stress and perfectionism through coaching programs and I’ve seen firsthand how hormonal health plays a key role in emotional wellbeing. I’m grateful to share some of that insight with you here today.

Hormonal acne, dry patches, or unexpected breakouts? Your skin reacts to your cycle more than you think - and balancing your hormones naturally may be the secret to clearer, glowing skin. Let us tell you why! For years a dear friend would describe - like clockwork -  the changes she noticed in her skin just before her menstrual cycle. A few days before menstruation, her skin would become noticeably flaky, and a few acne spots would appear. Though not numerous, they were enough to be a source of frustration and sadness for her. Despite trying various topical skincare treatments, both...