💪 The Hairy Chin Newsletter #1

Welcome to our first entry of The Hairy Chin Newsletter, I’m so happy you’re here!

Why I Started The Hairy Chin

Let’s get personal. I’ve been plucking chin hairs since I was a teenager - thank you, PCOS! I’ve lived a life of chronic illness, watching the domino effect of poor health eventually knock over the biggest one of all - breast cancer. I promise y’all, I get it.

Our bodies, minds, and souls are deeply connected, and understanding our health means looking at the full picture. That’s why I won’t be narrowing this down to one corner of women’s health. I’ll be leaning in on my background in research and copywriting, and also life experiences, to bring you information about the WHOLE female body, from head to toe, and everything in between.

Optimal health isn’t a destination - it’s a journey. Inside The Hairy Chin, I’ll show you how to cut through the overwhelm, make sense of the noise, and take back control of your health - in a world that too often tells us not to.

You’ve found your village, let’s do this together. 💪

Spencer Moore
Founder, The Hairy Chin
Host, The Hairy Chin Podcast

Let’s talk about talking to your doctor - because how you communicate can make or break your ability to get the care you need.

It’s important to understand how doctors are trained. They’re solution-based problem solvers - trained to receive information, decode it, and offer solutions. But here’s the thing: they can only work with what you give them.

If you walk in and say: "I’m tired a lot." That doesn’t give them much to work with. Think of all the possible reasons someone could feel tired - stress, poor sleep, thyroid issues, nutrition, depression…the list goes on.

Now, imagine saying this instead: "I sleep eight hours but wake up exhausted. I drink six cups of coffee just to function, and by mid-afternoon, I can barely keep my eyes open. This level of tiredness is not normal for me, I feel completely wiped out, and it’s been happening since (X) amount of time.

See the difference? This paints a picture your doctor can actually work with. It adds context and clearer details - helping them connect the dots rather than making them guess. The Takeaway: Words matter. Details matter. Clear descriptions matter.

(And here’s something else: Communication is a skill. It doesn’t happen overnight - but don’t worry! Each week, I’ll be sharing more takeaways to help you sharpen this skill, advocate for yourself with confidence, and get the care you deserve.)

Do you know what a ‘thirst mechanism’ is? Hmm..I didn’t either until recently. Our thirst mechanism is what tells us when we’re thirsty so we know to hydrate. But here’s the thing, as women age (think perimenopause and after) our thirst mechanisms weaken even though our bodies still need to be hydrated the same. Sneaky, right?!

This means waiting until you feel thirsty to drink water isn’t gonna cut it. The best way to gauge hydration then? Check the color of your urine! Yep, you read that right.

• Light yellow? You’re good to go.

• Darker yellow? Time for a glass of water.

• Brownish? Grab a few glasses — ASAP.

On Friday in The Supplement Scoop, I’ll talk about why vitamins can turn your pee bright yellow - so don’t get tricked by that highlighter glow!

Stay thirsty, my amigas.

This statistic changes how I think about breast cancer every time I see it - and it really needs to be talked about and shared more.

Less than 8-10% of breast cancer cases are caused by genetics. The rest? Environmental factors. What does this mean for you?

• More than 90% of cases are linked to lifestyle, diet, exercise, and environmental factors (like air quality, toxins, stress, and beyond.)

• If you’re BRCA-negative, you STILL need to screen for breast cancer. Don’t skip mammograms or self-exams.

The Know Your Lemons Foundation has a Breast Cancer IQ that can help you understand your individual risk. As a Breast Health Educator, I’ve found that many women fear knowing their risk - but once they do, they feel more empowered than ever. You can find the Quiz here: https://www.knowyourlemons.org/quiz

They also has an amazing Self Breast Exam Tutorial (taught by none other than Mona Lisa herself!) You can find their award-winning mobile app here: https://www.knowyourlemons.org/app

Ever heard of Mindful Body Care? It’s a really lovely idea for improving our relationships with our bodies - an issue that so many women struggle with. Zoe Weiner transformed her relationship with her body in less than 10 minutes a day by shifting her showers from routine to ritual. This small mindset shift helped her replace criticism with gratitude, improving her body image and deepening her connection to herself. Pretty cool, right?

Read her story in the full article here at Women’s Health:
I Hated My Body - Until I Started Taking An ‘Everything Shower’ 

This week on The Hairy Chin Podcast, I’m joined by MyoFunctional Therapist Perrin White from Greenville, SC. Myo-what you say? That was my reaction too - until I started learning how breathing patterns, tongue position, and posture impact overall health and wellness. It’s mind blowing how much of our health and wellness is tied into our breath.

As Perrin says, “In order to be well, you have to breathe well.” And that’s exactly what she teaches. You can find her incredible IG account here: https://www.instagram.com/breathewellbewell/ 

🎙️ Catch our episode this Wednesday, March 19 at 9 AM EST on all major podcast platforms and now, in an exciting upgrade, on YouTube!

Every other Friday, you’ll get The Supplement Scoop - where I do a deep dive into a supplement that plays a crucial role in women’s health. No fluff, no fear-mongering - just research-backed insights, key studies, and actionable takeaways. (And probably a handful of silly puns, because life’s too short for boring health talk.)

This Friday? I’m diving into Vitamin D. From osteoporosis and bone health to UTIs and beyond. Check out this sneak peak: Here’s conclusion to a 2012 study on breast cancer and vitamin D deficiency: “Invariably almost all patients with breast cancer were vitamin D deficient.” (Yikes.) 

Ok my amigas, that’s a wrap. Self-advocacy has never been easier - from To-Do to TA-DA - just like that! 💪

Bravo for being here, see you soon!
Spencer Moore

DISCLAIMER: The information shared here is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. I am not a doctor or licensed healthcare professional. Always consult with a qualified provider before making any medical decisions, changing your health routine, or starting a new treatment. This content is here to help you learn and advocate for yourself, what you do with it is entirely up to you. 💛