<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Moonstone Hormones]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moonstone Hormones provides evidence-based, individualized hormone care for women, including consultations, memberships, and ongoing clinical support.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:56:55 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.moonstonehormones.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Is Hormone Therapy Right For You?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The goal is not optimization for optimization’s sake, but physiologic support that improves quality of life while respecting safety and evidence.The goal is not optimization for optimization’s sake, but physiologic support that improves quality of life while respecting safety and evidence.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/how-we-decide-if-hormone-therapy-is-right-for-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697e83c645fce64fde1cf245</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 22:43:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3150726131664866466677~mv2_d_6000_4000_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hormone Therapy Walk-through: What to Expect]]></title><description><![CDATA[This blog post will explore the pathway our patients follow as they explore the hormone replacement therapy space with us.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/understanding-hormone-replacement-therapy-for-midwives</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697d5a79ccf6db790cb422ee</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:27:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5f5754_11a5b5bb866045688e5537a838bacab0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pellet Insertion Aftercare: How to Heal Well]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hormone pellet insertion can be a game-changer for many people, but what happens after the procedure? We’re here to guide you through the aftercare process so you can get the most out of your treatment.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/benefits-of-midwifery-care-in-hormonal-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697d5a79b3cf8ba2384c63ce</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:27:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_a3222bfa089b4a80b97d121c8fc3ce24~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diindolylmethane (DIM) in Hormone Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a bioactive compound derived from the digestion of indole-3-carbinol, a phytochemical found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale. Over the past two decades, DIM has gained increasing attention in hormone-focused clinical care for its role in estrogen metabolism, receptor signaling, and downstream hormonal balance.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/diindolylmethane-dim-in-hormone-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697fd5b3e90da4b75229c637</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_9fd04b583950476e8a6eb618b46efb39~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Progesterone in Hormone Replacement Therapy: Aka the Calming Hormone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Progesterone is a foundational hormone in female reproductive physiology and a critical—though often underappreciated—component of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). While estrogen frequently receives primary attention in menopause management, progesterone plays an essential role in endometrial protection, neuroendocrine regulation, sleep architecture, and overall hormonal balance. a woman sitting in meditation with plants and a buddha nearby In both perimenopause and menopause, progesterone...]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/progesterone-in-hormone-replacement-therapy-aka-the-calming-hormone</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697fd30c471736d6bff50956</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:35:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_f87ccb160a304af299cbe7fb0c575257~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Should I Consider Hormone Replacement Therapy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most effective and well-studied tools available to support women through perimenopause and menopause. Yet many women delay—or never consider—HRT because they are unsure when it is appropriate, whether their symptoms are “bad enough,” or if hormone therapy is only meant for severe hot flashes.]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/when-should-i-consider-hormone-replacement-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697fb88e52cfe1bbd416896c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:41:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6ea342240b92405cb475d9121ed3588a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estrogen Supplementation: Physiology, Clinical Benefits, and Evidence-Based Use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Estrogen supplementation is the cornerstone of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. As ovarian estrogen production declines, many women experience vasomotor symptoms, genitourinary changes, accelerated bone loss, and broader impacts on sleep, mood regulation, and cardiometabolic health. Decades of research now support estrogen therapy as one of the most effective and well-studied interventions in women’s midlife healthcare when appropriately...]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/estrogen-supplementation-physiology-clinical-benefits-and-evidence-based-use</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697f709352cfe1bbd415f4b7</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:37:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6fc1e89b28e04aada9f4272360bfe8d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Testosterone Supplementation and Menopause]]></title><description><![CDATA[Testosterone is increasingly recognized as an essential hormone in women’s health—one that plays a meaningful role across the lifespan and becomes especially relevant during the menopausal transition. Although commonly described as a “male hormone,” testosterone is produced naturally in women and contributes to sexual function, motivation, musculoskeletal integrity, cognitive vitality, and overall wellbeing. As estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, many women experience...]]></description><link>https://www.moonstonehormones.com/post/testosterone-supplementation-and-menopause</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697ea3d22b413b3ab9dc601c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:23:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_545742303335716e625173~mv2_d_5766_3664_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sabbath Schrader</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>