Your Winter Weekend Hormone Horoscope

Cancel your weekend plans, we’ve made them for you...based on your phase in the menstrual cycle!

Pull out your period tracker (in whatever way you track), and see which day of your cycle you're on. There are 4 phases of the menstrual cycle, and syncing your food, activities, and intentions around your current phase will help you get the most out of this winter weekend!

Day 1-6: Menstrual Phase

Theme of your weekend:

restorative, grounding, gentle, comforting

Things to do:

wake up naturally, rot in bed, cook, make a playlist, set intentions for the month, read, draw, breathe in fresh air, yoga, meditate, get cozy

Foods to eat:

warm, comfort foods. anti-inflammatory, iron-rich foods. let yourself eat all the treats you want

Day 7-12: Follicular Phase

Theme of your weekend:

exploratory, optimistic, reflective, motivated

Things to do:

go to a workout class, plan a new project, get sunshine, try a new recipe, invite friends over, start a new hobby, visit a new spot in your city, watch a documentary, call an old friend

Foods to eat:

light and refreshing meals. focus on lean protein and leafy greens. use colorful ingredients. try something new!

Day 13-16: Ovulatory Phase

Theme of your weekend:

energetic, confident, vibrant, social

Things to do:

dance, run, go out, hang with friends, go on a date, go outside, host a dinner party, film a tiktok, send a risky text, go to a workout class, go thrift shopping, say affirmations in the mirror

Foods to eat:

protein-rich meals. fruits and veggies. colorful, full plates. get lunch with a friend. cook dinner incorporating omega-3s and antioxidants.

Day 17-28: Luteal Phase

Theme of your weekend:

slow, intentional, forgiving, creative

Things to do:

sleep in, journal, read, paint, craft, cook, take a bath, stretch, walk, watch a movie, drink tea, meditate, plan, organize, self care

Foods to eat:

cook your favorite meals. prioritize protein, complex carbs, and magnesium. not feeling lke cooking? order in, you deserve it.


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