In this powerful and heartfelt episode, host Samantha Cieslinski sits down with returning guest Anita Mirchandani—registered dietitian, certified fitness professional, and mother of two—as she opens up about the sudden loss of her husband. Together, they explore how grief affects the body physically, emotionally, and hormonally.

From elevated cortisol to disrupted sleep, brain fog, and unexpected weight changes, Anita shares how trauma can show up in our health—and how we can begin to support ourselves through it. This episode is both educational and deeply human, offering practical advice for moms in the thick of stress, grief, or burnout.

🧠What We Cover:

• Anita’s personal story of grief and motherhood
• The physical symptoms of stress and high cortisol
• What grief can look like in the body (and how it lingers)
• Gentle ways to support your hormones during trauma
• Perimenopause and emotional stress
• Real-life tips for lowering cortisol and finding stability again
• How community and communication help with healing

🔗 Connect With Us:

Follow Anita: @fitnutanita
Follow Samantha: @therunningwinemom_

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