Over the next four weeks, we’re diving into a connection most people never think about: the link between your gut health and migraines.

If you’ve ever shrugged off constipation, bloating, or “just not going regularly” as normal, this series will be an eye-opener.

Your gut is your body’s highway for removing toxins. When it’s backed up or out of balance, the “traffic jam” can set off a cascade of inflammation that triggers migraines.

In the first episode of this series, I’ll walk you through:

• Why your bathroom habits are a telltale sign of what’s happening in your gut
• What’s normal when it comes to elimination (spoiler: it’s not 3 wipes and a rabbit pellet)
• How gut dysfunction could be fueling your migraine attacks
• Simple signs your stool is sending you every day, and how to read them

👉 By the end of this four-week series, you’ll understand the gut–migraine connection like never before and know exactly what steps to take to support migraine freedom. Tune in to part one today!

Resources:

✨ Ready to stop chasing quick fixes?

Join me for Disconnect from the Pain, Reconnect with Life: A Virtual Retreat to Reset, happening the week of September 8th.

From the comfort of your home, you’ll learn research-backed steps to lower inflammation, ease chronic pain, and finally start living migraine-free.

Register here!

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Last week, I had a conversation that really stuck with me. A woman was excitedly telling me about the thousands she’s saving for her dream trip abroad… yet minutes earlier, she admitted she wasn’t willing to invest in support for her chronic migraines, PCOS, gut issues, or exhaustion because it felt like “too much right now.”

This is a pattern I see all the time, and one I lived by myself. We’ll spend freely on phones, vacations, and daily “little” expenses, yet hesitate when it comes to truly investing in our health. But the hidden costs of not addressing the root cause of our symptoms add up fast financially, physically, and emotionally.

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about:

• The “hidden health tab” you might be paying for without even realizing it
• Why small, constant health spending can easily surpass the cost of real solutions
• How cultural conditioning and quick-fix thinking keep us from long-term health investment
• The research showing how migraine support can save you thousands in lost productivity and medical costs
• How to reframe health spending as an investment in your future, not an optional splurge
  
  

If you’ve been putting your health on the back burner because it doesn’t feel urgent, or because you’ve convinced yourself it’s “too much”, this episode will challenge how you see your budget, your priorities, and your future self.

Resources:

Ready to stop the cycle of symptom management and finally get to the root cause of your migraines?

The Freedom From Migraines Method® Membership is your step-by-step path to long-term relief, deeper healing, and a life that’s no longer controlled by migraine attacks.

Click here to join and start your migraine freedom journey today.

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

In today’s Q&A episode, I’m answering a powerful question from Marie, who wrote in to share that after a head injury, her doctor told her she’ll always have migraines. She’s tried medication after medication with no real relief and doesn’t know what to do next.

Marie, if you’re listening, you are not alone. And if you’ve ever been told something similar, this episode is for you.

Just because you’ve been told there’s no hope doesn’t make it true. I’m not here to dismiss doctors, but most traditional practitioners aren’t trained in nutrition or functional medicine, and that can leave huge gaps when it comes to chronic conditions like migraines.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• Why Western and Eastern medicine both matter—but need to be used differently
• What an inflammatory network breakdown is (and how it ties into chronic migraines)
• Why even a 30–50% improvement in your migraines could completely change your life
• And how all-or-nothing thinking might be holding you back from real progress

I’ve seen it happen too many times to count: women who thought they were “stuck” with migraines find relief, sometimes dramatic, sometimes gradual, but always worth it.

So let me ask you: What would 15 pain-free days a month mean to you? Because that’s not out of reach. In fact, it might just be the beginning.

Resources:

Ready for Support?

Whether your migraines started after a head injury or the root cause just isn’t clear yet - click here to learn more about the Freedom From Migraines® Membership.

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Is Your Inflammation Network Keeping You Stuck in Migraine Pain?

Did you know your body has an inflammation network—a built-in security system designed to protect you, but for many women with migraines, it’s stuck in overdrive?

In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down a lesser-known (but crucial) piece of the chronic pain puzzle: the inflammation network.

This internal system should act like a rapid-response team, jumping in when needed and backing off when the threat is gone. But for many women—especially those dealing with migraines—it’s stuck in the “on” position, fueling daily discomfort, gut issues, hormonal chaos, and relentless head pain.

This episode is your roadmap to understanding what’s really happening underneath the symptoms—and how we start resetting that overactive system from the inside out.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the inflammation network is—and why it matters more than you think
  
  

• Why gut issues, joint pain, brain fog, and migraines may all be connected
  
  

• How chronic stress and electrolyte imbalances over-activate your sensors
  
  

• What “inflammatory mediators” are (and how Type A women can amplify them)
  
  

• Why your poop, pain, and hormone health are speaking the same language
  
  

• How the 6 Keys of the Migraine Freedom™ Protocol help reboot your system
  
  

• What it actually looks like when your body’s “alarm” finally shuts off
  
  

If you’ve ever said, “I’ve tried everything and nothing works,” this episode will help you understand why—and where to go next.

🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward migraine freedom by calming your body’s inflammation from the inside out.

Resources:

Freedom From Migraines Method® Membership
Get ongoing expert support, education, and step-by-step guidance to help you eliminate migraines at the root cause.

Get my free guide: The Toxic Migraine Triggers: 5 Inflammation Pathways Fueling Your Migraine Pain

Ready to decode your migraines through your gut?
Join the Dump Your Discomfort Workshop — 4 days to learn what your poop is trying to tell you about your inflammation, digestion, and migraine pain. Register here!

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

If you've ever felt like no one truly understands your migraines, you're not imagining it.

Over 75% of adults don’t experience migraines, which means most people have no idea what it’s like to live with this kind of pain, fear, and frustration.

I’m sharing why community was the turning point in my healing, and why it’s at the core of the 98% success rate we see in the Freedom From Migraines Method®.

If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why connection, support, and being seen by people who get it might just be the missing piece in your healing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why migraine healing isn’t just about pills, food lists, or solo research
  
  

• How the Freedom From Migraines Method® community supports deeper, more sustainable results
  
  

• The powerful impact of sharing wins and struggles with others on a similar path
  
  

• Real-life success stories from women in the program—like Laura, Tina, Natalie, and Elizabeth
  
  

• Why connection is not optional when healing from something as complex as chronic pain
  
  

Resources:

Join the Workshop: Dump Your Discomfort
Discover the gut-migraine connection in this free 4-day workshop and learn how your poop holds clues to lasting relief.

Freedom From Migraines Method® Membership
Get ongoing expert support, education, and step-by-step guidance to help you eliminate migraines at the root cause.

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Group
New to this journey? Start here. Join our free community of women who truly get it, and are walking the path to pain-free living with you.

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

If you're nearing menopause and wondering if your migraines will simply disappear once your cycle ends, you're not alone.

This is a very common thought among women in perimenopause, especially those who are experiencing frequent, debilitating migraines.

That’s exactly what Tina, a member of our Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Group, asked us:

“Should I just wait it out and manage the pain until menopause?”

In today’s powerful episode, I’m answering this question with compassion and clarity. Because while some women do experience migraine relief post-menopause, the vast majority don’t, and “waiting it out” can come at a serious cost to your health.

This episode explores the deeper hormonal, gut, and inflammatory issues that fuel chronic migraines, and why the best time to take action is now, not “someday.”

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why migraines don’t always disappear after menopause—and why they can actually get worse
  
  

• The surprising connection between foundational hormones (like insulin and cortisol) and chronic pain
  
  

• How gut health plays a key role in hormonal balance and migraine triggers
  
  

• Why relying on medications alone can create a vicious cycle of worsening symptoms
  
  

• The dangers of ignoring migraines as “just hormonal” and hoping they’ll pass
  
  

• How to take a root-cause approach to finally start feeling better before, during, or after menopause
  
  

Resources:

If you’ve been managing the pain while waiting for menopause to bring relief, this is your sign to stop waiting and start healing.

Book a free Migraine Breakthrough™ Call. https://debbiewaidl.com/booking-page/schedule-your-call

Learn more about the Hormonal Hierarchy.https://debbiewaidl.com/booking-page/schedule-your-call

Join our Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Group for more tools and support.

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

If you’ve ever lived with chronic migraines—or any kind of long-term pain—you know how exhausting it is to try everything and still find no real relief.

That was Kim’s life for over 30 years.

A dedicated nurse living with fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, IBS-D, and daily migraines, Kim tried everything from medications to blocks to specialists. Yet nothing brought the lasting change she desperately needed.

In this powerful episode, Kim shares how she finally found freedom through the Freedom From Migraines Method® Elite Program—a holistic approach focused on addressing the root causes of pain, not just managing symptoms.

Her story is proof that even if you feel stuck, even if you've lost hope, healing is still possible.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Kim suffered from daily migraines for over 30 years
  
  

• Why conventional treatments aren’t always the answer to lasting relief
  
  

• How Lyme disease and undiagnosed inflammation can play a hidden role in chronic pain
  
  

• What made the FFMM® approach different from everything she’d tried before
  
  

• The powerful mindset shifts that supported Kim’s healing, and how they can help you, too
  
  

• How Kim reclaimed her energy, confidence, and joy, step by step, even when it felt impossible

If you’re feeling stuck in pain, Kim’s story might be the sign you’ve been waiting for.

Resources:

Ready to explore a new healing path?

Book your free call here to see if the Freedom From Migraines Method® is right for you! https://debbiewaidl.com/booking-page/schedule-your-call

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom™ Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.

Electrolytes are seemingly suddenly everywhere: on store shelves, in wellness drinks, and all over your social feed.

But is adding salt to your water really the answer to fewer migraines? Or is there way more going on beneath the surface?

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the often-misunderstood world of sodium and potassium, and why their delicate balance can make or break your migraine symptoms.

You’ll discover what researchers have been uncovering since the 1950s about the way migraine-prone brains handle salt differently, and why so many women unknowingly sabotage their progress by overlooking this one powerful piece of the puzzle.

If you’ve been curious about using electrolytes as a tool to take back control from your migraines, this will help you understand how your body processes them, how imbalance might be fueling your pain, and what you can do to live pain-free.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why migraine sufferers may process sodium differently at the cellular level

• What current research says about salt, potassium, and brain signaling

• Why the “add salt to your water” advice isn’t one-size-fits-all

• How electrolyte symmetry is a cornerstone of the FFMM® approach

• Why standard electrolyte testing often misses the full picture

• How nutrition, sleep, movement, and mindset all play a role in your internal balance

• What to know before adjusting sodium or potassium levels on your own

Resources:

→ Ep. 77: A Closer Look at Electrolyte Tests and What They Really Tell Us

Listen to it here: https://sites.libsyn.com/498553/a-closer-look-at-electrolyte-tests-and-what-they-really-tell-us

→ The Freedom From Migraines Method Membership®

Understanding how sodium and potassium impact your migraines is an empowering step toward finding freedom.

When you start working with your body, you open the door to targeted, lasting relief.

If you're tired of just getting through the day and ready to feel like yourself again, it’s time to take the next step. Inside the Freedom From Migraines Method® Membership, you’ll get access to science-backed tools, expert support, and a proven system that’s helped thousands of women reduce migraines and reclaim their energy, clarity, and joy.

Step into the membership and find relief here: https://debbiewaidl.com/the-freedom-from-migraines-method-membership-4/info

Connect with Debbie:

Instagram: https://urlgeni.us/instagram/migrainefree

Women’s Migraine Freedom™ Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/Womensmigrainefreedom

LinkedIn: https://urlgeni.us/linkedin/debbiewaidl

Website: https://debbiewaidl.com/

Disclaimer:

The Migraine Freedom Your Way Podcast and information provided by Debbie Waidl and guests in this podcast is presented solely to provide helpful information, education, and entertainment on the subjects discussed. The use of information or resources mentioned on or linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk and discretion. This podcast is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. For diagnosis or treatment of any medical problem, consult your own physician. Debbie Waidl and In The Balance Health Coaching LLC are not responsible for any medical conditions or liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application, or preparation to any person reading or following the information presented on this podcast. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any websites or other sources.