february newsletter <3
menstrual phase meal prep, feb intentions, seasonal food
Happy February! February always feels like a quiet turning point. January is loud. It’s all new year, new habits, new everything. February is softer. Slower. More intentional. It’s where things actually start to stick.
This month isn’t about reinventing yourself, it’s about refining. Listening more closely. Choosing what you want to carry forward and what you’re done forcing.
My February intentions
I make a list every month! Here’s mine incase you need some inspo for yours
What’s in season in February 🍊🥬
Eating seasonally is one of the simplest ways to support hormones and digestion, especially in winter!
Right now, think grounding + warming + mineral-rich:
Citrus (oranges, grapefruit, lemons)
Sweet potatoes & winter squash
Beets
Carrots
Dark leafy greens
Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts)
Apples & pears
These foods support liver detox pathways, digestion, and steady energy, all things we need as winter lingers and cycles fluctuate.
Menstrual-phase meal prep
If you’re like me and get your period around the full moon (lol), I thought I’d share what I meal prepped for this week!
This is the phase for:
warm meals
easy-to-digest carbs
iron + protein
foods that feel comforting but stabilizing
Here are some of my favorite low-effort, high-reward period meal prep staples:
Bone Broth Rice
Ingredients
1 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati are easiest to digest)
2 cups bone broth (chicken or beef)
½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
1 tbsp butter or olive oil (optional but recommended)
Instructions
Rinse rice until water runs mostly clear.
Add rice and bone broth to a pot. Bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15–20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in salt and butter or olive oil.
Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff.
Why it works
Gentle, easy-to-digest carbs
Mineral-rich from bone broth
Supports digestion, replenishment, and energy during your period
Perfect as a base for bowls, eggs, ground meat, or eaten warm on its own.
Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cinnamon, and salt.
Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
Why it works
Slow-release carbs for stable energy
Supports progesterone production
Deeply grounding and satisfying
Great with breakfast, alongside protein, or as a snack when cravings hit.
Simple Ground Beef
Ingredients
1 lb grass-fed ground beef
½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Optional: 1 clove garlic, dried herbs, or black pepper
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and break it up as it cooks.
Season with salt (and garlic/herbs if using).
Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
Drain excess fat if needed (or keep it — fat is supportive here).
Why it works
Rich in iron, B vitamins, and protein
Supports energy levels during bleeding
Extremely versatile and satiating
Use in bowls, lettuce wraps, over rice, or with roasted veggies.
Chocolate Protein Balls
Ingredients
½ cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
2 tbsp cacao powder
2–3 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
Pinch of sea salt
Splash of almond milk if mixture is dry
Optional: sprinkle of hemp seeds, chia seeds, cacao nibs, or goji berries
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a bowl.
Mix until a thick dough forms.
Roll into bite-sized balls.
Store in the fridge up to 1 week.
Why it works
Satisfies chocolate cravings
Stabilizes blood sugar
Feels indulgent without the crash
Bonus Period Prep Ideas:
Slow-cooked soups or stews
Hard-boiled eggs
Steamed veggies tossed with olive oil
Warm herbal teas (ginger, cinnamon, chamomile)
The goal during your period isn’t perfection, it’s support
A lil reminder <3
If you’re feeling pulled toward structure but also craving softness, that’s not a contradiction, it’s wisdom.
Your body doesn’t need punishment to change.
It needs rhythm, nourishment, and trust.
✨ Sync & Savor is officially available for pre-order ✨
If you want a deeper, more intentional way to eat with your cycle, not against it, my cookbook Sync & Savor is designed to guide you through exactly that (:
It’s rooted in:
cycle-synced nourishment
hormone-supportive meals
realistic routines that fit real life
Pre-ordering truly means the world to me and helps bring this work to more women who need it. Pre-order Sync & Savor here
Have the best week ahead!
xx Paige



alwaysss love an article packed full of recipes like this. saving for later!!
love!!! thank u Paige!!