Hormones Can Feel Like a Mystery, But They Don't Have to Be
Part 1 of Our Hormones & Hell Series: Testing... Testing...
Fellow Empresses,
Let’s be real. Hot flashes suck. And hormones can feel downright mysterious.
You can be smack dab, right in the middle of a huge board presentation, totally crushing it in front of all of those old white jerkwads (who you know are just gunning for you to fail)… and BOOM… a furnace ignites in your core and suddenly you are a gushing human sprinkler. And then, one of the dudes is asking if you’re all right. Do you need a tissue? In the words of Michelle Obama, “It’s crazy.”
But this is EXACTLY the time when we, as women, need helpful, reliable, and convenient info about our health. Think… not only perimenopause, and menopause, but also hormonal imbalances that can affect thyroid function, stress levels, fertility status, waning menstrual cycles, and more—which is WHY the LetsGetChecked Female Hormone Test and Progesterone Test are our top choices in getting to the bottom of things. Because this is the kind of critical self-intel that can not only save your life, but it can also help put things in context for your moods, save relationships, umm… possibly careers, and other basic decisions that might actually have real consequences, lol.
How it works… From collecting the sample to receiving the results, the LetsGetChecked clinical team is there every step of the way. They provide a number to call if you have questions or need anything during the process, as well as check-ins and support via web and text.
You typically receive your results in two to five days after sending your sample in. The results portal is super user-friendly. After logging on with your own secure username and password, you navigate to the lab results section. Under each hormone tested, there will be an overview tab, which simplifies the full medical lab results into top-line essential info. It also explains what it means for your overall health. You also have the option to download the full report and get treatment from their online pharmacy if necessary. Or you can even schedule a time to discuss your results with their virtual team of clinicians. That’s convenient modern medicine, people. And it can be paid for with an FSA or HSA card—how cool is that?
A couple of helpful hacks… Hydrate a bunch first. This will help you get an adequate sample. Don’t go it alone. Since you’ll be taking your own sample, you might wanna tap a bestie to play assistant. Maybe even encourage them to order their own kit so you can do it together. Also, avoid fingers with rings. Or remove them. It’s usually easier to collect the blood sample from a finger without a ring on it. Remember to read ALL the instructions so you get the timing right. The prepaid shipping they offer makes it easier, but it still takes a bit of prep, so be sure to plan ahead.
Now that you’ve got all that juicy intel, you are going to love Part 2 of this series because that’s when we get into the actual solutions and products that we’ve tried and tested that can make an Empress’s life WAY easier. So stay tuned… and don’t forget to follow us on IG for flash content and upcoming product giveaways.
Because who says midlife can’t be the start of your best life?
Yours in Grandeur,
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