PROGRAM FOCUSED ON RESULTS.

You get 3 Sessions with Dr. Drains, private practitioner messaging, bi-weekly course modules and access to our private Facebook group, where you can post questions anytime! You'll also get a plan tailored to you, once we review your test results. We're here to support you and help you succeed - but you need to show up!  You can expect  an in-depth review of your health history, current symptoms, any supplements you're taking, meal examples, daily habits and more 

 We don't believe in restrictive diets, counting calories, or eliminating tons of foods. You'll get recommendations for hormone-friendly functional foods to enjoy and a handful of problematic foods to avoid. That said, depending on your unique needs, we may provide specific food guidelines  We share hundreds of delicious recipes & easy meal ideas you’ll love! 

 Yes. Because PCOS is typically driven by insulin resistance, inflammation, and toxins (as well as genetics, but luckily due to epi-genetics, you can alter the expression of your genes). You'll learn how to eat to balance your blood sugar, follow an anti-inflammatory food plan & lifestyle, as well as remove toxins from your environment. 

 If you're trying to get pregnant, I recommend it! It's smart to see where your hormone levels are, so you can optimize them and practice a healthy diet and lifestyle to get ready for baby. If you ARE pregnant or newly postpartum, then it’s not for you due to supplement use.  BUT We can Still help you. set up a complimentary discovery session for some special care!

 Yes, as you must implement all the food and lifestyle foundations I teach. A comprehensive blood panel and a GI-MAP will benefit you greatly. But please know that testing your sex hormones in your 40s may not give an accurate reading, since estrogen fluctuates drastically and you may not be ovulating every month (or at all). That said, a DUTCH will provide an overview of your adrenal health, estrogen metabolism, methylation, androgen metabolites, and some other valuable markers. Once we chat, we can determine if it's right for you. 

 Yes, as you can still make all the food and lifestyle changes I recommend. If you've recently quit the pill or removed an IUD, you MUST support your body. But in order to take the DUTCH (dried urine test for comprehensive hormones) and get the most accurate results, it's recommended that you are not taking hormonal birth control for at least 3 consecutive cycles before testing. If you'd like to do the test while using hormonal birth control, you'll be able to see adrenal health, how your body is metabolizing hormones, melatonin level, and some additional helpful markers. But sex hormones will not be accurate, since you're taking synthetic hormones. 

 It’s not going anywhere! You can access the resources anytime on the site. Once you enroll, you’ll have to create an account and you’ll need to login when you want to access the materials.  

Add an ans We’re all busy! But your health is a priority, right? You can put as much time into the program as you’d like. The core modules are set up so you can review them when it’s convenient. That said, like anything in life, the more effort you put into it, the better your results will be. The more you show up and ask questions, the more support you'll receive. I do not chase clients - your success is ultimately up to you. wer to this item.

 Due to the digital nature of the materials provided and costs of tests, there will be no refunds. Please email info@riverbirchholistic.com with any questions and/or book a complimentary call to ensure you're a good fit for the program.