Beat the Winter Blues: Vitamin D, Light Therapy, Cardio, Ayurvedic Nutrition + Nourishing Wellness Habits for Moms
Mind Body Mother11 Des 2025

Beat the Winter Blues: Vitamin D, Light Therapy, Cardio, Ayurvedic Nutrition + Nourishing Wellness Habits for Moms

Feeling the winter blues? You’re not alone. In this episode, Helene shares simple, realistic wellness habits to support your mood, energy and mental health during the cold, dark winter months.


From light therapy and vitamin D to nourishing foods, movement, and digital boundaries, listen in for tools that can help you embrace the seasonal changes and support your well-being all winter long.


You’ll learn:

-The benefits of bright light therapy + red light masks

-Vitamin D supplementation in Winter

-How to leverage short cardio bursts to boosts mental health

-The best winter foods + warming spices for feeling nourished and energized

-Understanding your “social battery” and setting boundaries

-The role of social media + options for managing it

-Realistic and judgement free tips for cutting back on alcohol

-The truth about seeking out professional support and why Helene went back to therapy


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This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

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