Jenny Todryk, the beloved HGTV star behind No Demo Reno, is widely admired for her sharp wit, design talent, and down-to-earth personality. But behind her lively Instagram stories and picture-perfect renovations, Jenny has been quietly battling a chronic illness that affects millions of people—Hashimoto’s disease.
Hashimoto’s disease, also known as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to inflammation and a slow decline in thyroid function. For Jenny, this diagnosis didn’t come out of nowhere. Her journey began years ago with subtle signs that something was off.
Jenny first started noticing persistent symptoms after the birth of one of her children. She felt exhausted—beyond the usual new-mom tired. The kind of tired that didn’t go away with sleep. Her energy dipped so low that even simple daily tasks felt overwhelming. At first, she chalked it up to motherhood, busy schedules, and stress. But as time went on, the fatigue became harder to ignore.
She also noticed mood swings, brain fog, and sensitivity to cold—all classic signs of thyroid dysfunction. It wasn’t until she finally pushed for answers with her doctor that she was tested for thyroid-related issues. After a series of blood tests and careful observation, she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease.
Jenny has shared bits and pieces of her health journey on social media, never going into every medical detail, but always being open enough to let others know they’re not alone. Living with Hashimoto’s has been a challenge. The fatigue comes in waves. Some days, she’s full of energy and creativity. Other days, she’s just trying to stay upright and push through the fog.
In a heartfelt update, Jenny shared that her thyroid has been acting up again, leaving her feeling drained and struggling to function at her usual pace. For someone who thrives on energy, creativity, and keeping up with three young children, the fatigue hit hard. “Today was A DAY, my friends,” she confessed, setting the tone for a brutally honest post that every tired mom could relate to.
Jenny described waking up completely exhausted, barely able to keep her eyes open, yet still pushing herself to be there for her kids. “Yes, my kids watched more TV this morning than normal,” she admitted with a laugh, “but around 10, I kicked it in gear.” That gear, she joked, may have been slow—but it got her through. Despite feeling physically unwell, she managed to turn off the TV, get on the floor, and play with her kids. Not every moment was perfect, but she showed up. And that, she says, is what matters most.
The deeper message Jenny shared was about grace and self-reflection—especially in motherhood. She talked about a question she often asks herself on tough days: “How will you feel laying in bed tonight? Will you feel like you did the best you could today as a mom?” That question grounds her, especially when her body wants to shut down. Even when dinner was takeout and the house wasn’t spotless, she knows she gave her kids what they needed most—her presence.
Jenny didn’t go into the specifics of what’s next for her thyroid condition, but her post was a quiet, resilient signal that she’s still navigating it, still showing up, and still pushing through the hard days. Her vulnerability reminds other moms—and anyone facing silent health battles—that strength isn’t always loud or dramatic. Sometimes, it’s just getting through the day and tucking your kids in with love.
While we wait to hear more updates on her condition, Jenny’s message resonates powerfully: every day won’t be your best, but giving what you can, even when you feel like you have nothing left, is more than enough.
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