Giselle Rouvier

this work is my way of saying: no more. it’s time to trust our bodies, reclaim our power, and rewrite the future—for us and our daughters.

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Postpartum hit me like a wave. I thought I’d just bounce back. Instead, I found myself at a complete standstill—exhausted, overwhelmed, and at a loss. Here’s what changed.

I had spent years pushing myself to the max. Always thinking I had to do more, be more. Then postpartum came—and suddenly, all my tricks stopped working.

My body wasn’t responding anymore. There wasn’t enough time in the day to recover, and I was just… exhausted.

But amidst the chaos, I realized something incredible: My body had just done the most amazing thing. It grew and birthed a human. I was in awe of what I was capable of, but also frustrated—why did no one tell me how much support I’d need after birth?

This frustration turned into curiosity. I wanted to know everything about the female body, about how it really works, and what it really needs. I learned to stop fighting against it, and instead, to sync with it. How I practiced my yoga, honoring each phase of my cycle—it all became my guide.

Now, I understand when to create, when to push, and when to rest. It’s not just about surviving anymore. It’s about thriving.

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Ever feel like your menstrual cycle is sabotaging your love life? Here’s a secret that transformed mine ⤵️

During my luteal phase, I become more critical and less patient. But instead of seeing this as a negative, I realized it’s my body’s way of highlighting what isn’t working and where my boundaries are being crossed. This is my time to reflect on my needs.

I’m not against women being powerful during this phase—in fact, we need more of this energy. However, if we don’t know how to use and hold this power, we might end up saying and doing things that aren’t true to our deeper needs. By accessing and catering to these needs, we can transform this energy into constructive action rather than reactive outbursts.

I jot down what needs addressing—like needing more help around the house. When my social hormones kick in, I discuss these points calmly with my loved ones. This prevents explosive arguments and helps maintain harmony.

Don’t get me wrong, I value the powerful energy of the luteal phase—it’s saved me from being a doormat countless times. But for those in healthy relationships, this hack can save you from saying things you might regret. 🌸

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