Insights on PCOS and Pregnancy with Maryana Dvorska

In our latest Insight Series, we’re sharing thoughtful tips on PCOS, pregnancy and feeling your best with wellness influencer and mom-to-be, Maryana Dvorska. She opened up about her wellness journey and what’s really been working for her during this new season of life. From daily habits to mindset shifts, Maryana offers her insights on being your healthiest, most grounded self throughout pregnancy. Keep reading to discover her top tips and heartwarming takes!

Can you share a bit about this new chapter and what it’s been like so far?

This chapter has felt incredibly meaningful and honestly a bit surreal. After everything my body has been through, stepping into pregnancy has come with a deep sense of gratitude and a new level of trust in myself. I’ve been really focused on slowing down, staying present, and just allowing myself to experience each stage without trying to rush through it.

What inspired you to share parts of your fertility journey?

Fertility can feel really isolating, and I remember wishing there was more openness around it when I was going through it myself. Sharing my journey felt like a way to process my own experience while also hopefully helping someone else feel less alone. If it can bring even a little comfort or clarity to someone, it’s worth it to me.

How has your relationship with your body evolved?

My relationship with my body has shifted a lot over the years — from trying to control it to really learning to trust and support it. Pregnancy has deepened that even more. It’s made me appreciate how intuitive and capable our bodies are when we actually listen to them instead of constantly pushing against them.

What practices or habits have made the biggest difference for your health and well-being?

Honestly, the biggest changes have come from simple, consistent habits — daily movement like walking, prioritizing nourishing meals, managing stress, and creating routines that feel supportive rather than restrictive. I’ve also really focused on regulating my nervous system, which has made a huge difference in how I feel overall.

How has your mindset shifted during this season?

I’ve become a lot more patient and grounded. There’s been a shift from needing to control outcomes to trusting timing more. I’ve also learned to be gentler with myself and to understand that growth isn’t always linear — and that’s okay.

How has your relationship with movement changed?

Movement has become much more intuitive for me. Instead of focusing on intensity or structure, I’m really tuning into what my body needs each day — whether that’s walking, stretching, or lighter workouts. It’s less about performance and more about feeling good and staying connected to my body.

For women with PCOS who feel overwhelmed, what’s one place you’d suggest they start?

I would say start simple and focus on consistency. Prioritize balanced meals, regular movement, and managing stress before trying to do everything at once. It can feel overwhelming, but small, sustainable changes over time really do make a big impact.

What matters most to you when creating a calm and supportive home environment?

For me, it’s about creating a space that feels peaceful, intentional, and low-stress. I focus on things like natural light, clean air, and keeping everything as simple and uncluttered as possible. I want our home to feel grounding — a place where both my baby and I can feel calm and supported.

What lessons from your journey do you hope to carry into motherhood?

Trusting myself, being patient, and staying present. I’ve learned that not everything can be planned or controlled, and that’s okay. I want to carry that sense of trust and flexibility into motherhood and allow myself to grow into it.

What are you most looking forward to in this next chapter of your life?

I’m really looking forward to the everyday moments: the little routines, the bonding, and experiencing life through a completely new lens. It feels like such a meaningful and exciting shift, and I’m really embracing all of it.

Maryana Dvorska is a wellness influencer and mom-to-be sharing her experiences and knowledge on fitness, PCOS, and pregnancy. Stay connected with Maryana through her Instagram handle @maryanadvorska (opens in a new tab).

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