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Fertility Friday Radio | Fertility Awareness for Pregnancy and Hormone-free birth control

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Fertility Friday Radio | Fertility Awareness for Pregnancy and Hormone-free birth control
Fertility Friday Radio is your source for information about the Fertility Awareness Method and all things fertility related. Fertility Friday Radio debunks common myths about the fertility awareness method, birth control, and conception. Learn how to increase your chances of getting pregnant if you’re trying to conceive, and learn how the Fertility Awareness Method is more effective than the pill for birth control when used correctly. Your host Lisa, founder of fertilityfriday.com, is passionate about women’s health, specifically in the areas of fertility, hormone-free birth control, conception, and pregnancy. Lisa delivers in-depth weekly interviews with a wide variety of special guests covering fertility awareness, birth control, menstrual health, hormonal health, pregnancy and much more.
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 519 | The Way of Fertility | Michelle Oravitz, L.Ac

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 518 | IVF Uncovered | What The Doctors Get Wrong | Tasha Blasi

I could have called today’s episode: “Listen to this before starting your IVF journey!” My guest Tasha shares her take on what IVF doctors get wrong in the IVF process, and what you should do instead.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 517 | Optimizing Egg Quality | Real Food for Fertility

What are the best ways to optimize egg quality? Why is egg quality so important for fertility? What makes the egg cell different from all other cells in our body? Find out in today’s episode!

Want to nerd out even more about egg quality and get the full story? Grab a copy of Real Food for Fertility! You’ll find a deep dive into this topic in Chapter 10.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 516 | Why Do Women “Complain” About Pill Side Effects? | FAMM Research Series

As a follow-up to last week’s response to the recent Washington Post article, I dive into the topic of birth control side effects! In a brand new FAMM Research Series episode, I share a study that examines the characteristics of women who “complain” about pill-related side effects…

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 515 | Birth Control “Misinformation” Online? | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode, I’m diving into the recent Washington Post article that came out against birth control “misinformation” online. Definitely, a must-listen!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 514 | That One Doctor | How Long Does It Take For An Endometriosis Diagnosis? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Why does it take an average of 8–12 years for an endometriosis diagnosis? Find out in today’s FAMM Research Series episode! We review a study involving 49 women who describe their experiences in detail.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 513 | The Problem With Current Sperm Guidelines | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Houston we have a problem! The current sperm guidelines don’t provide us with optimal values for natural conception. Instead, they provide a low bar below which further medicfal support is most likely required. Tune in for the full story!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 512 | Do Hormonal Contraceptives Impact Fertility? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

It’s here! Part 3 of my hormonal contraceptives and fertility series. Find out how HCs impact fertility, and more specifically your time to pregnancy in today’s FAMM Research Series episode.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 511 | Will Hormonal Contraceptives Shrink Your Ovaries? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share episode #2 in my 3-part series about hormonal contraceptives and fertility! How does hormonal birth control impact your ovaries? Find out in today’s newest FAMM Research Series episode!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 510 | FAMM Research Series: Birth Control & Fertility Part 1 | Hormonal Contraceptives & The Menstrual Cycle

Today’s episode is the first in my 3-part series about hormonal contraceptives and fertility! How does hormonal birth control impact the menstrual cycle? Find out in today’s newest FAMM Research Series episode.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 509 | Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Fertility | Real Food for Fertility | Lily Nichols, RDN

What is the best nutritional strategy to optimize fertility? Join Lily and I in a brand new episode where we share our top strategies for supporting fertility with a special focus on PCOS from our new book Real Food For Fertility!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000
{NEW BOOK} FFP 508 | Real Food for Fertility | Behind the Scenes with Lily Nichols & Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

Exciting news to share! My newest book drops today! I co-authored Real Food For Fertility with Lily Nichols, and she joins me today for a special tell-all episode! We share the behind the scenes of how this book came about. You definitely won’t want to miss it.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 507 | Hormonal Migraines | Diane Ducarme

Today’s episode is all about hormonal migraines! Tune in to find out how to reduce or eliminate them for good.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 506 | Shameless Sex | Amy Baldwin & April Lampert

Find out how to enhance your sexual experience by improving the communication with your partner with Amy Baldwin & April Lampert of the Shameless Sex podcast.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 505 | Should We Use Charting Apps For Birth Control? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Should you be using charting apps for birth control? In today’s FAMM research series I dive into a study that examines this question!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 504 | Vitamin D & Fibroids | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Can vitamin D slow fibroid growth? In today’s FAMM Research Series episode, I’m delving into what the research has to say about it!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 503 | Can Vitamin D Improve AMH Levels? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Are AMH values fixed? Does low AMH mean you won’t be able to conceive naturally? Can you make changes to improve your numbers? Does vitamin D affect AMH levels? Tune into today’s FAMM research series episode for the answers to these questions and more!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 502 | How Much Sex Is Necessary For Conception? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

How much sex is necessary for conception? Should you have sex every day?

Every other day? Multiple times per day? Find out in today’s FAMM Research Series episode!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 501 | Chart Interpretation 101 | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 500 | Exercise, Stress, & The Menstrual Cycle | Brooke Noble

In today’s episode, Brooke shares the impact of exercise on her cycle, and how her experience in FAMM has affected her client work.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here.

This episode is also sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list for our next round!!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Fifth Vital Sign, grab it here.

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000
499 | Timing Sex For Conception With Ovulation Test Strips

What is the best way to identify your fertile window? Should you use ovulation test strips? Find out in today’s episode!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000
498 | Finding a Healthcare Practitioner Who Will Support You

Having trouble finding a healthcare practitioner who will support you? Tune into today’s episode for the low-down on finding the right provider!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000
497 | Fertility Awareness and Restorative Medicine | Dr. Marguerite Duane

Today’s episode is all about restorative medicine — the best possible ‘marriage’ of fertility awareness and allopathic medicine with Dr. Marguerite Duane.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000
496 | Diagnosing & Treating Endometriosis | Jenneh Rishe

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000
495 | Surgical Treatment & Diagnosis for Endometriosis | Dr. Ken Sinervo

How do you choose the right endo surgeon? In today’s episode you’ll learn exactly what you need to know before considering endometriosis surgery for either treatment or diagnostic purposes!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.
Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000
494 | Can Cycle Charting Help You Estimate Your Due Date? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Can cycle charting help you estimate your due date? Is it equivalent (or superior) to ultrasound dating? Join Lisa in today’s brand new FAMM Research Series episode to learn about a fascinating study that answers this question!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000
493 | Birth Control | Allison Yarrow

In today’s episode Lisa shares her interview with Allison Yarrow — all about the pitfalls of our medicalized birth system. She shares her personal experience of birth and how it lead her to write her new book, Birth Control!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 27th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] 492 | Boosting Low Progesterone For Conception | Serrita & Lisa

Today Lisa’s client Serrita shares her experience trying to conceive, and we discuss different ways to boost progesterone and optimize her chances of conception with fertility awareness!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 13th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 491 | Real Talk About Using FAM For Birth Control | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share the honest truth about using fertility awareness for birth control! Why does fertility awareness fail for some women but work for others? Find out what you need to know to make it work for you — the stuff no one talks about.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 13th!

This episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE! program! > Registration is officially open for the next round of my Fertility Awareness Mastery group coaching program! Classes begin on October 31st. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 490 | Navigating The Post-Pill Transition Phase | Alayna & Lisa

In today’s episode Alayna shares her 15+ year journey on hormonal contraceptives, and what prompted her to transition to using fertility awareness for birth control.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 13th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 489 | Ditching The Pill For Fertility Awareness | Nadia & Lisa

The fear is real! Today Nadia shares why she came off hormonal contraceptives, and how she overcame the fear of using fertility awareness for birth control.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

This episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to apply now! We start on February 13th!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 488 | Gut Health & Fertility | Nora Debora

How does digestion impact fertility? In today’s episode, past FAMM graduate Nora Debora joins us to expand upon this important connection.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship. Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 487 | Finally, An Endo Diagnosis After 20+ Years of Painful Periods | Dr. Tina Krupczak

How long does it really take to get an endometriosis diagnosis? In today’s episode FAMM participant Dr. Tina Krupczak joins me to share her 20+ year journey to getting an endometriosis diagnosis. Find out how her personal journey inspired her to incorporate fertility awareness into her clinical nutrition practice.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! program! > Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! > Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 486 | Reconciling 10 Years On The Pill | Pill-Induced Depression | Nikki Zavitz

Does the pill cause depression? In today’s episode, FAMM practitioner Nikki Zavitz joins me to talk about her experience transitioning off the pill and how that led her to make a shift in her business towards fertility awareness!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 485 | Overcoming Period Pain | Samantha Avnet

When should we consider period pain ‘normal’? When is it problematic? Join me for an interview with Samantha Avnet.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 484 | How Much Do Doctors Really Know About PCOS? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

How much do doctors really know about PCOS? Why does it take 2 or more years for many women to get a diagnosis? Not to mention the countless women who are either undiagnosed or misdiagnosed? Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Series episode as we go through this eye-opening study together!

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes start on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 483 | Endometriosis, Period Pain, & Self-Advocacy | Brittany Cornish

Why do so many with endometriosis go undiagnosed? In today’s episode FAMM practitioner Brittany Cornish shares her experience with endometriosis, and shares useful insights for not only getting an accurate diagnosis, but what to consider when seeking treatment.

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship. Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 482 | Abnormal bleeding Patterns | Premenopausal Symptoms | Lilliana Rivera

What do you do when you start bleeding between periods and it won’t stop? Lilliana shares her personal journey healing from an abnormal bleeding episode that lasted several months. Discover how her experience in the FAMM program helped both personally and professionally!

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 481 | The Impact of Exercise & Under-eating on The Menstrual Cycle | Haley Smith

Can running a marathon cause you to lose your period? Join me for a fascinating conversation with FAMM practitioner Haley Smith as she shares how her period was impacted by her training schedule.

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship. Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 480 | The Truth About Unexplained Infertility | Dr. Marc Sklar, LAc.

Is “unexplained infertility” really unexplained? Tune into my latest interview with Marc Sklar, the ‘Fertility Expert’ as we delve into the real reasons behind ‘unexplained’ infertility.

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 479 | The Pill Problem | Ross Pelton, PhD.

What are the most common side effects of the pill? Find out in today’s podcast episode with pharmacist Ross Pelton.

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 478 | Feminism & Birth Control | Dr Elizabeth Kissling, PhD.

How should we be talking to young women about the pill? How should we be approaching the birth control conversation with the younger generation? Today I’m sharing an interview with Dr. Elizabeth Kissling! We take a deep into feminism, the pill, and the creative marketing techniques that continue to drive this multi-billion dollar industry.

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 477 | How Many Women Are Dissatisfied With The Pill? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Why do 50% of women stop taking the pill the first year they use it? Why are so many women dissatisfied with hormonal contraceptives (HCs)? Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Series episode to discover the most common reasons women come off HCs!

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 476 | The Pill, Women’s Health, & Feminism | Holly Grigg-Spall

Is it anti-feminist to talk about the side effects of hormonal birth control? Holly-Grigg Spall, author of Sweetening The Pill, and driving force behind The Business of Birth Control joins us to share how the film came about. We also get into the politics and feminist viewpoints of criticizing the pill.


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Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 475 | Caffeine And The Menstrual Cycle | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Does caffeine consumption affect the menstrual cycle? Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Episode to learn more about the impact of caffeine on sleep, hormones, fertility, and the menstrual cycle!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 474 | Cellular Hypothyroidism | The Thyroid Debacle Dr. Eric Balcavage & Dr. Kelly Halderman

Why do so many women still have thyroid symptoms even when their lab results are “normal”? Find out in today’s episode with Dr. Eric Balcavage and Dr. Kelly Halderman.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 473 | Vulvodynia (Painful Sex) and The Pill | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Madeline

Does the pill cause painful sex? It certainly can. Today is a follow-up to last week’s episode about the sexual side effects of hormonal birth control. I am sharing a replay of a past episode with Madeline. She shares her experience with pill-induced vulvodynia, and what finally worked to alleviate her symptoms.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 472 | Sexual Side Effects of Birth Control | Clitoral Shrinkage?!? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Does the pill shrink the clitoris and vulvar tissue?!? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Episode for a deep dive into sexual side effects of hormonal birth control.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 471 | Is This Normal? | What To Do When Your Doctor Won’t Listen To You! | Dr. Jolene Brighten, ND

Is this normal? Join Dr. Brighten and I as we explore strategies for getting your doctor to listen to you and help you when you’re having symptoms!

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Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 470 | What If Men Experienced The Same Side Effects From Hormonal Birth Control? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Find out what would happen if men experienced the exact same side effects from hormonal birth control that women experience every single day in today’s podcast episode.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 26 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 469 | Male Factor Infertility | Professor Thinus Kruger

Find out how to screen for male fertility issues in today’s episode with Professor Thinus Kruger!

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 19 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 468 | Why is Male Fertility Declining? | Joe Whittaker

Why is male fertility declining at such an alarming rate? Find out in today’s episode with Joe Whittaker.

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 12 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 467 | Which Type Of Cervical Mucus Is Most Fertile? | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Join me for a deep dive into cervical mucus today! Do you know which type of CM is most fertile?

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 05 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 466 | Fertility Awareness For Birth Control & Pre-Conception Planning | Maureen & Lisa

Today I’m sharing a brand new FAM Reality Series episode with Maureen who shares what it’s like making the leap from hormonal contraceptives to fertility awareness!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 465 | Overcoming Endometriosis | Mary & Lisa

Today I’m sharing a brand new FAM Reality Series episode with Mary who shares her journey overcoming endometriosis symptoms.

Follow this link to the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 464 | Does Low AMH or High FSH Mean You Can’t Conceive Naturally? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Do low AMH levels mean you won’t be able to conceive naturally? Does it mean you’ll go into early menopause? Find out in today’s FAMM Research Series episode!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM! Registration is officially open for the next round of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Classes begin on October 4th. Follow this link to apply now!

Have you grabbed your copy of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook? It is the first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!


Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 463 | Does The Pill Lower AMH Levels? | The Pill & Your Fertility | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Amanda

If you’ve ever been told you have low AMH, or diminished ovarian reserve, today’s episode is a must-listen! Discover how hormonal contraceptives impact ovarian reserve parameters, and why you should be thinking about coming off the pill sooner than you think if you’re planning to start trying for a baby!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 9th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign. Grab your copy here.

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 462 | Overcoming HA | Why Getting Your Period Back Is Only The First Step | Dani Sheriff & Holly Leever

Today’s interview about HA is fascinating. Find out why getting your period is only the start of the journey for women with HA!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 461 | Is Fertility Awareness Really 99.4% Effective? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Is the pill really 99.4% effective as birth control? In today’s FAMM Research Series episode we go through the study where this statistic comes from, and find out if FAM is really that effective!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 460 | Are Sexual Preferences Altered By The Pill? | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Does the pill alter our sexual preferences? In today’s FAMM Research Series episode, I’m sharing a research study that asks the question: does the pill interfere with your choice of partner? If you’ve heard of the infamous “T-Shirt studies” then you know exactly what we’ll be getting into today!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 459 | Exercise, Under-eating & Your Hormones | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s FAMM Research Series episode, I’m sharing a research study that looks at the impact of under-eating on the menstrual cycle and your reproductive hormones!

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 458 | Weight Loss & Fertility | Rose Constantine Smith

Weight loss and fertility. Can you focus on both goals at once?

Follow this link to view the full show notes page!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!
Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 457 | Under-eating, Weight Loss, & Your Cycle | Kaely McDevitt

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 456 | Hormonal Migraines | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 455 | Migraines & Your Menstrual Cycle | Dr. Meg Mill

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 454 | Iodine, Fertility, & Pregnancy | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 453 | Vitamin D & Fibroids | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 452 | A Medical Doctor’s Perspective on Uterine Fibroids | Dr. Camille Hammond, MD

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 451 | Improving Your Chances of Conception with Cervical Mucus | FAMM Research Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2024! Use this link to join the waiting list for next year’s program!

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 450 | Fibroids & The IUD | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Augustina

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Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 449 | Top 4 Lessons Learned From The Birth Of My Daughter | Lisa | Fertility Friday

After birthing 3 babies at home, today I’m sharing the top 4 lessons that I learned from the birth of my daughter this summer!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop. Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns. Save 10% when you use code FertilityFriday at check out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How helpful it is to prepare meals for postpartum life before giving birth
  • The specific foods and nutrients Lisa likes to include in her meals to help with healing and recovery
  • How beneficial it is to have support for you postpartum
  • The differences in all 3 of Lisa's home births
  • How her daughters labor differed from her previous 2 births
  • How it's important to remember you cannot plan for everything that will happen during birth
  • The importance of taking care of yourself post birth
Connect with Lisa:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 448 | Your Top Questions About BBT Charting | Lisa | Fertility Friday

You have questions about BBT charting and I have answers! Today I answer your top questions about charting your basal body temperature!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop. Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns. Save 10% when you use code FertilityFriday at check out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is BBT
  • Why do some practitioners avoid the BBT method
  • What kind of thermometer does Lisa recommend
  • What is a normal preovulatory and post ovulatory temperature
  • Does BBT help predict ovulation
  • What to do if your temperatures are erratic
  • What happens if your temperature rises and falls
  • What if you don't measure your temperature at the same time every day
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 447 | Overcoming Reproductive Health Challenges With Grace | Whitney Tucker

In today’s episode Whitney shares her experience using fertility awareness to track her cycles, and incorporating fertility awareness into her professional practice!

Whitney Tucker is a diversely-educated movement trainer and practitioner that utilizes yoga, Pilates, and various modalities of athletic training to support people in their physical journeys. She is founder of Embodied Potential® and creator of Sync To Thrive®, which supports hormonal literacy for women. As an educator, she draws from experiences as a professional dancer, certified life coach, public school teacher, and birth worker (birth doula/placenta encapsulator). Throughout her education, she has performed multiple cadaver dissections with Gil Hedley, publishing of articles in peer journals on training techniques and movement as a healing modality, and presented at Congress on Research in Dance on her movement work with prostituted women. As a volunteer, Ms. Tucker has focused on reproductive justice with The Doula Project (2011-2015), services for homeless women and children through Hearts Of Gold (2017-2018). She lives in Mexico with her husband, has two dogs (Ava and Pelon) and is mother to her first amazing baby Onyx.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop. Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns. Save 10% when you use code FertilityFriday at check out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Whitney's menstrual cycle and contraceptive history
  • When did Whitney decide to include FAM into her practice
  • Whitney's personal experience with a medical abortion
  • Whitney's experience with reproductive health issues
  • Symptoms Whitney experiences with the Mirena
  • What is infradian rhythm and how Whitney incorporated it into her practice
Connect with Whitney:

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Fri, 16 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 446 | Surviving Miscarriage and Pregnancy Loss | Rebekah Mustaleski

In today’s episode we deal with the difficult topic of pregnancy loss. Rebekah shares many important insights about dealing with loss at different stages of pregnancy.

Rebekah Mustaleski is a Certified Professional Midwife with Roots & Wings Midwifery in Knoxville, TN, where Rebekah promotes evidence-based maternity care for families seeking an out of hospital delivery. She is working to improve maternal outcomes during the childbearing year and to promote a sustainable business model for midwifery practices across the country. Rebekah is owner and woman-in-charge of Roots & Wings Midwifery and the Maternal Compression Director for Motif Medical. Outside of work, she loves to read, drink coffee, and have all sorts of adventures with her 4 kids, 3 cats, 2 dogs, and 10 chickens.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop. Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns. Save 10% when you use code FertilityFriday at check out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Rebekah's menstrual cycle history
  • What lead Rebekah to Fertility Awareness Method into her practice
  • How common miscarriages are among women
  • Why pregnancy loss is not often talked about
  • What can we pregnancy when miscarriages happen early
  • Different stages of pregnancy loss
  • How to deal with pregnancy loss and miscarriages
Connect with Rebekah:

You can connect with Rebekah on her Facebook, Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 439 | Postpartum Charting Strategies | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I’m answering your top questions about postpartum charting! Tune in to discover the best strategies for charting your cycles after you’ve had a baby!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop. Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns. Save 10% when you use code FertilityFriday at check out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What to expect postpartum
  • What is normal and what is not normal during postpartum
  • What is the timeframe that is considered postpartum
  • How long should women expect for the period to return
  • How long will it take cycles to normalize
  • What effects women's cycles from returning
  • How breastfeeding effects, the timing of your menstrual cycle to return
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You can connect with Lisa on her Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 444 | PCOS, Fertility Challenges, & Fertility Awareness Cycle Charting | Amy Sedgwick, LMT

In today’s episode Amy shares her experience navigating fertility challenges related to her PCOS diagnosis within the Mormon community. In a culture with such a strong focus on building large families, Amy shares important insights about how it impacted her fertility journey.

Amy Sedgwick is a Licensed Massage Therapist, certified restorative yoga teacher and is currently enrolled in Lisa’s Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program. She is a 9th generation Mormon and a woman on her own 20 year fertility journey which lends her has a unique perspective on how to navigate infertility in a family centric culture where women are mainly valued by their ability to procreate. She shares this unique perspective as the co-host of The Mormon Fertility Podcast. Amy hopes to use this experience as she steps into the role of teacher and guide in helping women access their own innate body wisdom through cycle charting, nurturing body work, yoga and in creating spaces (both physically and virtually) where women can feel safe to share, connect, heal and ultimately access universal wisdom that is within each of us.

Join us on Wednesday, November 30th (12:30PM ET) for a live masterclass on incorporating the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in your professional practice! Click here to register today and you’ll also gain access to the replay!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook! Follow this link to get your copy today.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Amy's menstrual cycle history and what brought her into Fertility Awareness
  • How Amy's Mormon community affected her experience with menstruation and childbearing
  • How difficult it is to get support for fertility issues
  • The challenges to find the right practitioner
  • How Amy is going to incorporate FAM into her practice
Connect with Amy:

You can connect with Amy on her Facebook and Podcast.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 443 | Overcoming PMDD | Uncovering The Link Between PMDD & OCD | Katy Ewen

In today’s episode Katy shares her experience charting through severe PMDD during the FAMM program. Katy’s experience speaks to the connection between the menstrual cycle and mental health, and how hormonal imbalances magnified her OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) symptoms prior to her period. If you’ve ever struggled with PMS or PMDD symptoms this episode is a must listen.

Katy, also known as Reflex East, is a Reflexologist based in East London, England. She has been supporting people with their fertility and reproductive challenges with the calming power of reflexology in her private practice for 3 years. At the start of 2022 Katy joined Lisa as part of the FAMM programme. Having had her own mental health struggles, exacerbated by PMDD, Katy has personally found the FAMM protocols invaluable. Katy firmly believes that anyone who has a period or struggles to know how to relax should have the tools she can offer easily available to them and is excited to offer fertility awareness to support her clients on a deeper level.

Join us on Wednesday, November 30th (12:30PM ET) for a live masterclass on incorporating the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in your professional practice! Click here to register today and you’ll also gain access to the replay!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook! Follow this link to get your copy today.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Katy's cycle impacts her mental health
  • The therapy that has been life-changing for Katy and her mental health
  • What is OCD and the various types
  • What is PMDD
  • How Katy's change in diet has benefited her menstrual cycle
  • When PMS crosses over to PMDD
  • How the changes in Katy's own cycle have impacted the work with her clients
  • How charting and the FAMM program have impacted Katy's menstrual cycle and mental health
Connect with Katy:

You can connect with Katy on her website and Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 442 | Boosting Low Progesterone | Courtney Kirkby

In today’s episode Courtney shares her personal experience of cycle charting during the FAMM program. She shares her unexpected insights into her own cycle, and how she plans to incorporate cycle analysis into her body work practice.

Courtney Kirkby is a Mercier Therapist, Arvigo Therapist and Doula. She is an educator on all things uterus and hormonal balance. She also runs a healing and arts community studio in Montreal. She co-founded both Tiger Lotus Coop, a uterus focused healing project, and Community Healing Days, a collective of therapists offering free and by donation alternative therapy to low income and marginal folks in Montreal. She works with individuals from menarche to menopause and is slowly bringing menstrual charting to the centre of her practice.

Join us on Wednesday, November 30th (12:30PM ET) for a live masterclass on incorporating the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in your professional practice! Click here to register today and you’ll also gain access to the replay!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook! Follow this link to get your copy today.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Courtney to Fertility Awareness
  • Courtney's menstrual cycle history and personal experience
  • How Courtney incorporated FAM into her practice
  • Courtney's personal experience with charting and the FAMM program
  • Courtney's miscarriage journey
  • How Courtney has implemented things she's learned in the FAMM program into her practice
  • How the FAMM program changed Courtneys outlook
Connect with Courtney:

You can connect with Courtney on her website and Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 441 | Overcoming Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Holly Leever, L.Ac

In today’s episode Holly shares her journey with HA (hypothalamic amenorrhea), and how using the menstrual cycle as a vital sign has changed her acupuncture practice.

Holly Leever, L.Ac., MTOM & Dipl.OM, is the owner of Rosebud Wellness, where she practices women's holistic health as a licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Yoni Steam Therapist, Arvigo Abdominal Massage Therapist & Fertility Awareness Mentor. Holly became interested in working with women's health after learning how much could be revealed about a woman's overall health by looking at the parameters of the menstrual cycle.

She has continued to study a variety of techniques in order to offer women at all stages of life, from menarche to menopause, the care they deserve. She is especially passionate about working with women in the perinatal time (prenatal, birth & postpartum).

In addition to acupuncture, Holly’s training included moxibustion, cupping, auriculotherapy, electro-acupuncture, gua sha and Chinese herbal medicine. She is also qualified to make dietary and lifestyle recommendations based on Chinese medical theory.

Holly also hosts a weekly podcast called, Womb Wisdom. The podcast is a combination of information on women's holistic health practices and stories from women on their experience with periods, fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood.

Holly's practice is located in Thousand Oaks, CA and she offers telehealth visits for fertility awareness mentoring & Yoni steaming consults.

Join us on Wednesday, November 30th (12:30PM ET) for a live masterclass on incorporating the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in your professional practice! Click here to register today and you’ll also gain access to the replay!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Holly came about starting her practice
  • What led Holly to the Fertility Awareness Method
  • When Holly's journey with hypothalamic amenorrhea began
  • How her diet and exercise affected her cycle
  • How the challenges of body image have impacted her
  • How the FAMM program has impacted Holly and how she assists her clients
Connect with Holly:

You can connect with Holly on her website, Facebook, Instagram and Podcast.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 440 | Fertility Awareness Cycle Charting Meets Herbalism | Teal Crisafulli

In today’s episode Teal shares her birth control journey from one type to another until she finally discovered fertility awareness cycle charting. You’ll discover how Teal’s personal experience and challenges with both hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives inspired her to bring fertility awareness to her Clinical Herbalism practice.

Teal has always been deeply interested in exploring the ways that communities can come together to build health and resilience. She believes that self-care is an essential practice and that by nourishing ourselves, we are better able to show up for others. As a clinical herbalist, her goal is to work in partnership with clients to envision what wellness looks like for each individual, finding creative and pleasurable ways to incorporate herbs, medicinal foods, and seasonal practices into everyday life. Teal is a trauma-informed practitioner who emphasizes herbal care for generative/reproductive wellness, mental health, and navigating stressful times.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Teal's menstrual cycle history and her journey
  • What inspired Teal to learn Fertility Awareness Method and to bring it to her practice
  • Teal's experience with hormonal and non-hormonal birth control
  • Why Teal experienced with multiple contraceptives
  • Teal's experience with the different contraceptives
  • Why Teal hesitated using the Fertility Awareness Method
Connect with Teal:

You can connect with Teal on her Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 439 | The Pill & Gall Bladder Disease | Charting Through HA | Rose Constantine Smith

In today’s episode Rose shares her personal experience with pill-induced gall bladder disease, as well as what lead her to use fertility awareness personally and in her women’s health nutrition practice.

Rose Constantine Smith is a Registered AFN Nutritionist specializing in women’s health.

Using nutrition, lifestyle and now menstrual cycle charting Rose supports women to meet their health goals whilst helping them to understand and appreciate their bodies beyond their physical appearance.

She works with women of all ages with issues including menstrual health, digestion, preparing for pregnancy, supporting energy, postnatal recovery and health post-menopause.

Now with her knowledge of fertility awareness which helped her through her own journey where she was left with very little support after the birth of her daughter, she is on a mission to provide women with the information and support they deserve to navigate their health and hormones smoothly throughout their life.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Rose's profession and what brought Rose to Fertility Awareness
  • Rose's menstrual cycle and birth control history
  • Rose's experience being on the pill
  • Side effects Rose experienced while on birth control
  • Rose's experience with gall bladder attacks
  • Side effects Rose experienced when she got off birth control
  • How she managed the gall bladder attacks
  • When Rose realized the connection between the gall bladder attacks and birth control
Connect with Rose:

You can connect with Rose on her Instagram, email and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 438 | Supporting Pelvic Floor Health | Bladder Control, Uterine Prolapse, Painful Sex | Dr. Melissa Thompson, DPT

In today’s episode Melissa shares her experience in the FAMM program, and how it has impacted her physical therapy practice.

Dr. Melissa Thompson is a board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy with a specialty certification in Manual Therapy, which is a tool for hands on treatment. She is also a pelvic health specialist with an advanced certification in Fertility Awareness (as a certified FAMM practitioner).

She helps women connect their menstrual cycle health to their pelvic health so they can heal pelvic pain, relieve bladder issues, and take charge of their fertility. She has established a holistic "birth center" style clinic from fertility all the way to postpartum. She starts with you as you are planning your family, and you become part of their family as you stay with the clinic through your whole journey into postpartum.

Melissa believes every person deserves a head-to-toe assessment for your pelvic and fertility concerns. Holistic health means that instead of looking at one body part, we look at the whole body to find all of the contributing factors to your problems. This creates lasting healing.

She earned her bachelor's degree at LSU, a master's degree in Pharmacology at LSU Health Sciences Center. From there, and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. She currently practices in south Louisiana.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why someone would end up in a pelvic floor therapy office
  • What the standard approach is to pelvic floor therapy
  • What is a kegel
  • The benefits of visiting a pelvic PT when pregnant
  • How to determine causes of pain with sex
  • Why Melissa chose to bring Fertility Awareness into her practice and how it has influenced her work and clients
  • The long term benefits of charting and how it is a feedback tool for Melissa's clients
  • How Melissa's cycle has transformed since going through the FAMM program
Connect with Melissa:

You can connect with Melissa on her Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 437 | Using The Menstrual Cycle As A Vital Sign In Your Professional Practice | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share a special episode outlining the benefits of utilizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in your women’s health practice. If you regularly work with female clients in the health space, you may be missing out on important pieces of the puzzle by not incorporating menstrual cycle charting in your client work. This episode also provides insight into how you can better understand your own health and hormones by focusing on menstrual cycle charting!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, class of 2023! Early-bird registration is officially open for next year’s class of 2023. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Lisa started to use her menstrual cycle as her fifth vital sign
  • Why Lisa started the FAM Mentorship program
  • Benefits and applications of using the fifth vital sign in your women's health practice
  • Why you should consider the menstrual cycle as the fifth vital sign
  • What is HA
  • What is the cause of HA
  • How we can utilize the menstrual cycle as a vital sign
  • Idea of having the menstrual cycle as an important puzzle piece
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 436 | Diagnosing & Treating Endometriosis | Jenneh Rishe

Jenneh lives a full and fulfilled life, despite managing multiple chronic illnesses and surviving open-heart surgery. Her personal experience navigating the healthcare system as a Registered Nurse who was eventually diagnosed with Endometriosis along with several other debilitating conditions makes her uniquely qualified to support anyone navigating their imperfect journey. As the founder of The Endometriosis Coalition and author of Part of You, Not all of You, Jenneh focuses on educating and encouraging people suffering from chronic illness, advocating for their needs, and helping us all pivot to a better direction in our lives.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on October 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Jenneh to write her book
  • Jennah's menstrual cycle and birth control history
  • What were Jenneh's symptoms before diagnosed with endometriosis
  • The steps Jenneh took to diagnose herself
  • Types of birth control Jenneh took
  • Jenneh's experience with the IUD insertion
  • Jenneh's thoughts on if birth control suppressed the endometriosis symptoms and diagnosis
Connect with Jenneh:

You can connect with Jenneh on her Instagram, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 435 | Birth Control Induced Gall Bladder Disease | Pill Reality Series | Barbara & Lisa

Today Lisa shares a brand-new episode in her Pill Reality Series. In this episode Barbara shares her experience with a lesser-known side effect of the birth control pill: Gall bladder issues. Barbara is the second woman in the Pill Reality Series to share how the pill led her to have her gall bladder removed to prevent frequent (painful) gall bladder attacks.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on October 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Barbara's menstrual cycle history
  • What led Barbara to hormonal contraceptives
  • Symptoms Barbara encounter from using different forms of birth control
  • Why Barbara skipped around on different forms of birth control
  • What ultimately led Barbara to get off birth control
  • Barbara's experience with her gall bladder removal surgery
  • Side effects Barbara experienced after she removed her gall bladder
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 434 | IUD Insertion Pain & Using Fertility Awareness For Birth Control | Sydney & Lisa

In today’s episode Lisa’s client Sydney shares her IUD experience, and what lead her to switch from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on October 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Sydney's menstrual cycle and birth control history
  • Sydney's experience with hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives
  • What led Sydney to the fertility awareness method
  • Side effects Sydney had from the IUD
  • Why Sydney hopped from pill to pill
  • Different side effects Sydney felt from the different forms of birth control
  • How Sydney's side effects differed from the two different IUDs
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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Thu, 15 Sep 2022 23:59:14 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 433 | Boosting Low Progesterone While Trying To Conceive | Serrita & Lisa

In today’s episode Lisa’s client Serrita shares her experience trying to conceive, and we discuss different ways to boost progesterone and optimize her chances of conception with fertility awareness!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Serrita's menstrual cycle and birth control history
  • Side effects Serrita had with birth control
  • How were Serrita's cycles effected when she got off and on of birth control
  • Serrita's journey to the Fertility Awareness Method
  • Serrita's experience trying to conceive
  • How to boost progesterone
  • Different ways to boost progesterone
  • Optimizing Serrita's chance of conception with fertility awareness
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Fri, 09 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 432 | Charting With Irregular Cycles | Maria & Lisa

In today’s episode Lisa’s client Maria shares her experience learning fertility awareness for birth control with irregular cycles. And, in case you missed it, “regular” cycles aren’t required for using fertility awareness successfully!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Maria's menstrual cycle and birth control history
  • What brought Maria to move to fertility awareness in this stage of her life
  • How has Maria's partner supported her in the fertility awareness method
  • Charting with irregular cycles
  • Challenges charting with irregular cycles
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Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 431 | Menstrual Stigma and Sustainability | Dr. Lara Owen, PhD.

Dr Lara Owen is an author, academic and consultant focused on the ideas and practices that surround menstruation. She holds a PhD on menstrual organization from Monash Business School in Australia and has been a Research Fellow on menstrual stigma and sustainability at the University of St Andrews in the UK.

Lara's bestselling book, Her Blood Is Gold, investigated the influence of culture on menstrual experience, and explored ways to honor the menstrual cycle. Her next book, to be published by Oxford University Press, analyzes the impact of new methods of organizing menstruation on individuals and society. She consults with a variety of organizations on menstruation in the workplace and mentors' individuals working in menstrual education, health, and activism. In March 2022 she launched a year-long masters’ level course in Contemporary Menstrual Studies.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Different aspects of menstruation
  • How menstruation has been stigmatized
  • How the menstrual cycle has changed
  • What brought Lara into studying menstruation
  • Economic implication about menstruation
  • The way the menstrual cycle is commodified
  • How the tech industry has impacted women and their menstrual cycle
Connect with Lara Owen:

You can connect with Lara on her Website, and on Facebook and Twitter.

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Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 430 | What You Need To Know About The Pill | Pill History | Mike Gaskins

Mike is a women’s health advocate and author, who spent much of the past decade exploring the risks of birth control. He recently completed work on an expanded audio version of his shocking book, In the Name of the Pill.

The new version continues his investigation into the dubious nature of both the history and science of birth control. It features new content on modern devices and some of the little-discussed dangers scientists have linked to the various forms of birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What prompted Mike to expand on In the Name of the Pill book into his audiobook
  • How Mike ended up writing the book, In the Name of the Pill
  • Mike's perspective on why women aren't being given full side effects of the pill from their doctor
  • Mike's research results on the different forms of birth control
  • Side effects of different birth control methods that Mike found out
Connect with Mike Gaskins:

You can connect with Mike on his Website, Facebook and Instagram.

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Fri, 19 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 429 | Overcoming Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | PCOS/HA Replay Series | Dr. Nicola Rinaldi, PhD

Today I am joined by Nicola Rinaldi, author of, No Period. Now What? for her second interview on the podcast. Make sure to go back and listen to our first interview together in Episode 141. Today’s episode focuses on the emotional aspects of hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), whereas our first episode focused more on how to identify the condition, and identifying the difference between HA and PCOS.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)?
  • Why regular ovulation is important for overall health (not only when you want to have babies!)
  • The role of estrogen and progesterone in the menstrual cycle
  • Are periods necessary?
  • HA as a symptom of a broader social issue
  • The role of under-eating and over-exercise in HA
  • Overcoming the mindset associated with severe caloric restriction with food
  • Why hormonal contraceptives aren’t the solution for HA
  • Overcoming HA when trying to conceive
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Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 428 | Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | PCOS/HA Replay Series | Dr. Lara Briden, ND.

You may already know Lara as the author of Period Repair Manual which we’ll talk about more today. Lara was one of my very first guests, and I’m excited to have her back on the show. In our first interview together we delved into what the pill is really doing to your hormones, and it has been one of my most popular episodes of the show, so if you missed it definitely go back and listen to episode 007. Dr. Briden is a Naturopathic doctor with over 20 years of experience in women’s health. She specializes in the area of hormone health, and she is the founder of larabriden.com where she educates the masses on maintaining healthy hormones!

In today’s show, we delve into hypothalamic amenorrhea and HPA axis dysregulation, which is a topic I’ve had many requests to delve into on the show.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is hypothalamic amenorrhea?
  • What are the symptoms of hypothalamic amenorrhea?
  • What is the difference between PCOS and hypothalamic amenorrhea?
  • The impact of the pill on hypothalamic amenorrhea
  • What is the relationship between undereating and hypothalamic amenorrhea
  • How many carbohydrates do women need to eat?
  • The relationship between stress and amenorrhea
  • The problem with the idea of “eating the perfect diet”
  • What you need to know about supplementation and your periods
  • How does vitex impact hormones and periods?
  • Why there is no magic supplement that will fix your periods
  • How does alcohol impact our hormone levels?
  • The role male infertility plays in infertility in general

Connect with Lara

You can connect with Lara on her website and on Facebook, Twitter & Youtube

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Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 427 | Healing PCOS | PCOS/HA Replay Series | Amy Medling

Amy is a certified health coach who specializes in working with women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). She is the author of Healing PCOS, and she works with women who are frustrated and have lost all hope when the only solution their doctors offer is to lose weight, take a pill, and live with their symptoms. Amy founded PCOS Diva to offer women tools to help gain control of their PCOS and regain their fertility, femininity, health, and happiness, and she has developed a proven protocol of supplements, diet, and lifestyle programs to support women to heal their PCOS. In case you haven’t heard Amy’s first appearance on the podcast, click here to have a listen.

In today’s episode, we talk about overcoming PCOS naturally, and the importance of advocating for the support you need..

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is PCOS, and what are the most common symptoms?
  • What is a PCOS diva?
  • The importance of advocating for yourself to get the care and support you need
  • The importance of believing that you can be healthy and recover from PCOS
  • The connection between PCOS, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and endometrial cancer
  • Why PCOS is not simply a condition of the “ovaries”
  • 21 days to managing your PCOS symptoms
  • Movement for PCOS
  • Dealing with a PCOS diagnosis
  • The role of supplementation in healing PCOS
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Fri, 29 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 426 | 8 Steps To Reverse Your PCOS | PCOS/HA Replay Series | Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND

Dr. Fiona McCulloch ND, the founder, and owner of White Lotus Integrative Medicine has worked with thousands of people seeking better health over the past 15 years of her practice. She is committed to health education and advocacy, empowering her patients with the most current information on health topics and natural medicine therapies with a warm, empathic approach.

In today’s show, we talk about Dr. Fiona’s new book “8 Steps to Reverse your PCOS” which she released in September 2016! We also talk about the connection between PCOS, inflammation, gut health & thyroid conditions!

Dr. Fiona joined us on a previous episode: episode 45 where we talked about the autoimmune disease as it relates to fertility, thyroid health, and MTHFR gene mutation

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why has there been a recent push to change the name of PCOS?
  • The connection between PCOS, insulin resistance, and Diabetes
  • What is inflammation as it relates to PCOS and how is it caused?
  • The connection between inflammation, food sensitivities, and autoimmunity
  • Why is following whole foods based nutrition plan so important for reducing chronic low-grade inflammation?
  • Androgen excess and PCOS
  • What is Hirsutism and how can it connect to PCOS?
  • How do stress and hormones affect the length of the ovulatory process?
  • How hormones affect a woman’s cycle as she matures
  • Why doctors should use caution when diagnosing PCOS for an adolescent female
  • The connection between PCOS and Cardiovascular Disease
  • How can thyroid disorders play a role in PCOS?
  • Dispelling the myth that PCOS doesn’t go away after giving birth
  • Dr. Fiona’s advice for women with PCOS who are trying to conceive

Connect with Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND

You can connect with Dr. Fiona on her Website and on Facebook

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Fri, 22 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 425 | PCOS or HA? | What Is The Difference? | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I dive into the difference between PCOS and HA. Two very different conditions with different presentations which are often confused with one another!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is PCOS?
  • What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea?
  • Characteristics of PCOS and how it shows up in your cycle
  • Symptoms of PCOS and HA
  • Characteristics of HA and how it shows up in your cycle
  • Why looking at your menstrual cycle is a vital sign
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Fri, 15 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 424 | Arvigo® Therapy For Period Pain & Fertility | Period Pain Replay Series | Dr. Rosita Arvigo & Donna Zubrod

Rosita Arvigo, is a Doctor of Naprapathy, ethnobotanist, spiritual healer, author of 8 books on traditional healing of Central America, and she is the founder of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® & the Arvigo Institute.

Donna Zubrod is a nationally certified, North Carolina Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist, a DONA certified Birth Doula, and a certified practitioner and teacher of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®. Her practice, Seven Generations Massage & Birth, offers support towards positive reproductive and digestive health experiences and outcomes from menarche, throughout the childbearing years, to menopause and beyond. She helps couples with fertility challenges to successfully conceive and nurtured expectant mothers during pregnancy through postpartum.

In today’s episode I share a special interview with both Dr. Arvigo and Donna. We focus on abdominal therapy for fertility and period pain, and how it differs from conventional medical treatments.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®?
  • The process of Arvigo® Therapy
  • How you need proper hemodynamics to find homeostasis within the body
  • What inspired Donna to conduct her observational study on measuring the affects of Arvigo® Therapy on the menstrual cycle parameter
  • Some of the factors she had the 10 participants track during their cycles
  • How Donna measured the effects for each participant
  • Why goal of the study was to see if abdominal therapy had any effects on the menstrual cycle
  • Was ovulation confirmed during the study?
  • The importance of self-care by the participants during the study
  • Did the participants have less painful period during the study?
  • What were some of the results that stood out to Donna?
  • How does abdominal therapy potentially improve mucus production or luteal phase length?
  • How can Arvigo® bring women with extreme menstrual pain back to a normal cycle
  • The importance of getting informed and being an active participant in your health
Connect with Dr. Rosita Arvigo & Donna Zubrod: Dr. Arvigo is one of the founding members of the Abdominal Therapy Collective, an education organization and practitioner community, formed in 2020. You can connect with Dr. Arvigo on her website and on the Abdominal Therapy Collective. You can connect with Donna on her Website, and on her Facebook. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Fri, 08 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 423 | Mercier Therapy for Pelvic Pain and Infertility | Period Pain Replay Series | Dr. Jennifer Mercier, ND, PhD

Founder and creator of Mercier Therapy, Jennifer Mercier has been in practice for over a decade and serves women with primary and secondary infertility, pelvic pain and surgical recovery. Most of the women that consult Dr. Mercier’s expertise have been diagnosed with endometriosis, PCOS, scar tissue, fibroids, blocked tubes, premature ovarian failure, diminished ovarian reserve, advanced age, and hormone/thyroid imbalance.

Mercier Therapy is a deep pelvic organ visceral manipulation done via the abdomen. Deep manipulation provides better organ mobility and increased blood flow to enhance overall pelvic organ function.

In today’s episode we talk about the incredible benefits of this powerful abdominal therapy modality, and its implications for women’s health.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Mercier Therapy
  • Who are the ideal candidates for Mercier Therapy
  • What led Dr. Mercier to her abdominal therapy career
  • The importance of abdominal therapy before, during and after pregnancy
  • The importance of abdominal therapy increasing mobility and blood flow
  • How abdominal therapy can better connect you with that area of your body
  • The effectiveness rates with Mercier Therapy
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Fri, 01 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 422 | Managing Endometriosis Naturally | Period Pain Replay Series | Jessica Drummond

Dr. Jessica Drummond is the CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute and author of Outsmart Endometriosis. She holds licenses in physical therapy and clinical nutrition and is a board certified health coach. She has 20 years of experience working with women with chronic pelvic pain, facilitates educational programs for women’s health professionals in more than 60 countries globally, and leads virtual wellness programs for people with endometriosis. Dr. Drummond lives and works with her husband and daughters between Houston, Texas, and Fairfield, Connecticut.

In today’s episode we delve into endometriosis. What it is, what causes it, and how you can treat it naturally. Discover why period pain, though common, is not considered “normal” — and what you can do to reduce and/or eliminate your pain!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What lead Jessica to study and delve into Women’s Health and period pain
  • What is endometriosis and the difference between paradigms
  • Period Pain is not always endometriosis
  • Challenges with surgery in response to endometriosis
  • Surgery is not always a requirement for endometriosis
  • Other options for those who are experiencing fertility issues or period pain who don’t want to go straight to surgery
  • Risks of birth control and using it as the cure for period pain
  • What causes endometriosis
Connect with Jessica Drummond:

You can connect with Jessica Drummond on his Website, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube.

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Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 421 | Overcoming Period Pain | Period Pain Replay Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I discuss period pain. I go into the most common causes for period pain, and specific steps you can take to reduce and/or eliminate your pain starting today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is primary dysmenorrhea
  • What is period pain a sign of
  • How period pain is very common but not normal
  • The flow pattern of a normal period
  • Why you should get checked out by your doctor if your bleeding is too light or too heavy
  • How extreme pain with your period can be a sign of endometriosis or other issues
  • Why the pill may manage period pain but does not fix the underlying cause of the pain
  • Other modalities to look at when you have severe period pain
  • Strategies for reducing period pain
  • How processed dairy products can affect women
  • The importance of reducing xenoestrogenic chemicals from your household products or makeup
  • The benefits of acupuncture or abdominal therapies for period pain
  • How vaginal steaming can improve your bleeding issues
  • Supplements that can improve period pain
  • The importance of identifying the sources of inflammation causing your period pain
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Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 420 | Endometriosis | Managing Severe Period Pain | Stasha Washburn

Stasha is The Period Coach, the bloody kind not the grammar kind. Founder of the Period Coaching School, certifying coaches to incorporate menstrual cycles in their work, and author of The Revolution Will Be Bloody, Stasha is also a dancer, cook, sword fighter, tai chi practicing, speaker, skateboarder, INTJ, foul mouthed, football loving, digital nomad. Basically, pinning her down is nearly impossible. She’ll go anywhere as long as there’s a tea kettle and WiFi.

A Certified Holistic Health Coach, and 20+ years of research have fueled her passion to reconnect women to the power in their period. Stasha is leading the bloody revolution to end the taboo of menstruation world wide. No longer whispers in bathrooms, she’s leading powerful public discussions.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What drew Stasha to period coaching and what inspired her to write The Revolution Will be Bloody
  • Stasha' endometriosis experience and the age she went thru the diagnosis
  • Why do doctors not take endometriosis serious
  • How Stasha regulated and took control of her endometriosis
  • Different ways to use cannabis for pain management
  • What the pain symptoms felt like for Stasha
  • What strategies does Stasha use with her clients from her personal experience
Connect with Stasha:

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Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 419 | Managing Perimenopause With Diet | MenuPause | Dr. Anna Cabeca

Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She has special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

When her own health took a troubling turn during menopause, she sought out the wisdom of healers around the world. She learned that modern medicine and time-tested natural remedies are not at odds. Working together, they create indisputable results and true well being. Using delicious, healing foods and simple lifestyle changes, Dr. Anna reclaimed her health and life.

Fuelled by her belief that every woman deserves to be empowered and in control of their health and life, she developed the Keto-Green lifestyle, which has helped thousands of women opt out of menopause misery and experience a joyful transition to the next stage of their lives.

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Topics discussed in today’s episode:
  • What inspired Dr. Anna to focus on the demographics she works with
  • What challenges did Anna face with her specific focus area
  • Dr. Anna’s personal experience around menopause
  • What changes hormonally during menopause
  • How our body changes and is effected by menopause
  • What is the Keto Green way and why its important for specific stages in life
  • How stress can effect early menopause
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Fri, 03 Jun 2022 04:00:53 +0000
FFP 418 | Conceiving With Mercier Therapy | Dr. Jennifer Mercier

Expect A Miracle provides a gentle and effective hands-on site specific pelvic and abdominal therapy which helps women with issues such as infertility, sexual trauma and surgical recovery, and gastrointestinal issues. We also specialize in natural hormone balancing by using only the finest bio-identical hormones. Dr. Mercier has been in practice for over 20 years, is a published author, documentary film producer/director and loves serving the women of her community and from around the world. She is also the creator and founder of Mercier Therapy.

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Topics discussed in today’s episode:
  • Why Dr. Mercier chose to write Conceive and what is the background behind the book
  • Dr. Jennifer Mercier background and what is Mercier Therapy
  • What are the challenges that Dr. Mercier is seeing in reproductive medicine
  • Why women may benefit waiting on IVF
  • What is Dr. Mercier perspective on male factor infertility
  • Difference between IVF and ICSI
  • Relationship between a mans testosterone and his sperm
  • Why increasing testosterone effects a mans sperm
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Fri, 27 May 2022 04:00:42 +0000
FFP 417 | A Home-birth Story | Sarah & Matthew Bivens

Sarah and Matthew Bivens are the creators of Doing It At Home (DIAH), a platform for empowering home birth content and community. DIAH started in 2016 when they were pregnant with their first child and switched from a hospital birth to a home birth halfway through the pregnancy. Both balanced lifestyle coaches prior to becoming parents, Sarah and Matthew have taken their past coaching experience and married it with their passion for home birth to make DIAH the ultimate space for home birth empowerment. DIAH includes a podcast, online community and content, resources and coaching. Together since 2012, Matthew and Sarah currently live in Marietta, Georgia with their daughter Maya.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Sarah and Matthew to where they are now
  • Sarah and Matthews pregnancy experience
  • What prompted Matthew and Sarah to change their mind to have a home birth
  • What were Matthews concerns with home birth and was he onboard with it at first
  • What the differences are between a hospital setting and home birth setting
  • The differences in experiences with the midwife and the obgyn
  • How Sarah and Michael got passed their fears of home birth
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Fri, 20 May 2022 04:00:44 +0000
FFP 416 | Top 10 Ways I Prepared For Pregnancy | Lisa | Fertility Friday

I’m sharing some exciting news in today’s podcast episode! Find out the top 10 ways I prepared for pregnancy.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • 10 ways Lisa prepared for pregnancy
  • Benefits of eating liver and organ meats
  • Benefits of consuming fish two to three times a week for omega 3s
  • Replenishing nutrients from previous pregnancies
  • Lisa's regular supplement protocol
  • Benefits of consuming enough protein daily, especially on exercise days
  • Benefits of eating healthy fats to support a health cycle
  • Incorporating fermented foods and bone broth
  • How Lisa optimizes her thyroid health
  • How Lisa optimizes her Menstrual cycle
  • What Lisa does to optimize sleep
  • Why Lisa encouraged her husband to follow the same diet and supplement strategy during the preconception phase
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Fri, 13 May 2022 04:00:25 +0000
FFP 415 | Answering Your Top Questions About Cervical Mucus | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today’s episode is all about cervical mucus (CM)! I get questions about cervical mucus nearly every day in my emails and DMs, so today I’m answering your top questions about CM.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How important cervical mucus is to understanding your menstrual cycle?
  • What is cervical mucus?
  • Facts about cervical mucus?
  • What are the different types of mucus?
  • How you check for cervical mucus?
  • What is normal and what is abnormal cervical mucus?
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Fri, 06 May 2022 04:00:24 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 414 | Fertility Awareness, Conception Strategies & Improving Sperm Quality | Kahli & Lisa
Does coffee impact your hormones and your menstrual cycle? Should you have sex every other day to optimize your chances of conception?

Find out in today’s episode with Kahli! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Kahli to begin practicing Fertility Awareness
  • How Kahli’s celiac diagnosis has affected her health
  • Why Lisa suggested Kahli cut out coffee
  • Different ways coffee can affect your menstrual cycle
  • How the cervical position can be helpful with timing for conception
  • Why the sex every other day theory may work for some but not others
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Fri, 29 Apr 2022 04:00:06 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 413 | Overcoming Painful Sex | Carter & Lisa
If you’ve ever experienced painful sex, we take a deep dive into one of the common reasons why it happens, and several practical strategies for overcoming it! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Carter's period and birth control history
  • Why Carter decided to come off of birth control and the side effects she experienced
  • Carter's experience with painful sex and diving in to reasons why it could be happening
  • Common reasons for painful sex
  • Strategies and solutions to alleviate painful sex
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Fri, 22 Apr 2022 04:00:36 +0000
FFP 412 | From The Pill to The Copper IUD to The Diaphragm | Pill Reality Series | Jennifer & Lisa
If you’re thinking about using the copper IUD, you’ll want to tune into today’s episode! Jennifer joins us to share her experience switching from the pill to the copper IUD.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Jennifer's menstrual cycle and contraceptive history
  • Jennifer's experience with the Copper IUD and the insertion process
  • Side effects of the Copper IUD
  • How Jennifer's gut issues improved
  • Why Jennifer transitioned from the Copper IUD to the pill
  • Jennifer's side effects from the pill
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Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:00:22 +0000
FFP 411 | The Benefits of Seed Cycling | Should You Take Progesterone? | Nora Pope & Dr. Jessica Liu, ND
Today’s episode is all about boosting progesterone production, with a special focus on Seed Cycling. Nora Pope, FCP is a retired Naturopathic Doctor and Creighton Model FertilityCare Practitioner with a private practice in Toronto from 2002-19. She is a highly sought-after public speaker and since 2003, Nora Pope has educated physicians, midwives, pharmacists, and health experts on the scientific use of natural medicines.

Dr. Jessica Liu is a Naturopathic Doctor, with over 16 years of expertise and clinical excellence in the field of fertility, women's health and pregnancy care. With an extensive background in natural reproductive medicine, Dr. Liu has helped hundreds of families conceive healthy babies, both naturally and with assisted reproductive techniques such as IUI or IVF. Her program, “Creating Vibrant Fertility” has a particular focus in supporting women to move through the emotional trauma of sub-fertility and pregnancy loss in order to awaken their optimal fertility potential.

Together Nora and Dr. Liu have created the Fertility CE program, a continuing education program for women’s health professionals.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How infections are related to miscarriage's
  • What should you look for if you think you have an infection
  • How to diagnosis your infection
  • Why cervical mucus is important to monitor while your cycle charting
  • How antibiotics effect your cycle and a pregnancy
  • The importance of progesterone to a healthy cycle and pregnancy
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You can connect with Nora on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:00:11 +0000
FFP 410 | Copper IUD Failure | Pill Reality Series | Annalise & Lisa
Have you thought about getting the Copper IUD? Have You Used It Before? Tune in to hear Annalise’s experience with it! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Annalise's period and birth control history
  • When did contraceptives become a big deal for Annalise
  • Annalise's experience with the Copper IUD insertion
  • Annalise's side effects from the Copper IUD
  • How Annalise got pregnant on the IUD
  • What are the conversations you need to have with your doctor when getting the IUD
  • How did Annalise and her partner deal with the pregnancy and the miscarriage
  • How this process effected Annalise
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:00:25 +0000
FFP 409 | Coming Off The Pill To Conceive | Lisa | Fertility Friday
When should you come off the pill when you’re planning to conceive? How long will it take for your cycles to normalize once you come off? In this week’s episode we take a deep dive into coming off the pill for conception! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The strategy for coming off the pill as it pertains to conception
  • Timing of when you should come off the pill when trying to conceive
  • Post pill side effects and side effects
  • When you should stop taking you birth control during your pill pack
  • Things to consider when coming off the pill
  • Supplements to take when coming off the pill to replenish your body
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:26:14 +0000
FFP 408 | Top 4 Conception Myths | Lisa | Fertility Friday
Join me for the next episode in March’s conception series!

Have you been told you need to have sex every other day when you’re trying for a baby? Or that having sex multiple times per day will increase your chances of conception? If so, this episode will put the most common conception myths to rest once and for all! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How to use Fertility Awareness cycle charting when you’re trying to conceive
  • How does Fertility Awareness Charting help with fertility
  • How to time sex accurately whether you’re trying to avoid pregnancy or trying to conceive
  • What it takes for natural conception
  • What to do when you are not conceiving when you are timing sex and charting
  • How cervical fluid plays an important role in conception
  • Different types of mucus
  • Check for cervical fluid after your period
  • Specific myths about how many times and when to have sex
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:00:12 +0000
FFP 407 | The Top 4 Reasons Why You’re Not Conceiving | Lisa | Fertility Friday
Join me for the first episode in March’s conception series! Discover how to utilize fertility awareness to improve your chances of conceiving naturally when you’re ready.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on May 10th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The importance of having healthy sperm, healthy eggs, healthy cervical mucus and a healthy body in order for conception to occur
  • Why women need to remember that fertility issues are not always their fault, but can sometimes fall on their partner
  • How you can mess up your chances of conception by relying on rhythm method thinking
  • Why it’s so important to get your timing right when trying to conceive
  • Why cervical mucus is so important in the conception process
  • The vast majority of sperm that men produce are abnormal even from the healthiest men
  • How the best days to have sex when trying to conceive are when you have cervical mucus
  • How ovulation kits can possibly hurt your chances of conception
  • Why your change in temperature does not predict ovulation
  • How the pill is a temporary bandaid for menstrual problems and how that can affect your cycle when you get off of it to try and conceive
  • The average time it takes for your body to normalize after coming off the pill
  • How much sperm is optimal for natural conception
  • What makes up an optimal sperm analysis
  • Lifestyle changes and nutrient supplements that can improve sperm quality
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:37 +0000
FFP 406 | Conceiving With Fertility Awareness | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Join me for the first episode in March’s conception series! Discover how to utilize fertility awareness to improve your chances of conceiving naturally when you’re ready.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why myths around conceiving make it so challenging when trying to actually conceive
  • The percentage a healthy couple has to get pregnant each cycle
  • How it is possible to prevent pregnancy without hormones
  • The average amount of months post-pill it takes to conceive
  • An unspoken benefit of Fertility Awareness for your fertility
  • How Fertility Awareness helps with timing when trying to conceive
  • How practicing Fertility Awareness gives you insight to any problems you may have with your cycle before TTC
  • The benefit charting has with getting your partner involved
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:58 +0000
FFP 405 | Getting Your Partner On Board With Charting | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I am sharing the last episode in the birth control series. All about getting your partner on board with charting! If you’ve been thinking about switching methods, this episode will equip you with a few ideas when bringing it to your partner.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Share why fertility awareness is important to you
  • Take the necessary time to learn and understand the method before you start using it
  • Find out how much your partner wants to be involved
  • Consider taking a class to show your partner how serious you are about making it work
  • Decide on the lingo you and your partner will use to communicate whether you’re fertile or infertile
  • Be clear and honest in your communication, especially if you miss a day or if you are unsure of your observations
  • Have a conversation about how you will manage your fertile window
  • Share the science with skeptical partners
  • Share the benefits of using fertility awareness!
  • Be patient as it may take time for your partner to feel comfortable using FAM
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A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 404 | Should Men Be Responsible For Birth Control? | Lisa | Fertility Friday
Today I am sharing a controversial episode that questions the role men could play in birth control. Definitely an interesting topic considering that women are typically burdened with the responsibility of preventing pregnancy! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Lisa’s take on the controversial article that came out on birth control and responsibility of men in pregnancy
  • What if women and men both took 100% of the responsibility of pregnancy
  • Why Lisa believes it truly is a privilege to be able to ejaculate inside a woman’s body
  • There is no birth control method that is 100% effective
  • How the pill has set up the expectation that having sex is different from having sex for pregnancy
  • What if men were expected to take full responsibility of pregnancy?
  • Why Lisa believes no one should have the blame put on them, but everyone should be more educated on what can happen when you have unprotected sex or get pregnant
  • The importance of couples or sexual partners to have conversations about sex, their preferred form of birth control and pregnancy
  • Is the withdraw method effective?
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:13 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 403 | Pros & Cons of Learning to Chart While Single | Sarah & Lisa
In today’s episode, Sarah shares her experience learning to chart her cycles between relationships! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on February 22nd! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Pros and Cons of learning FAM while single
  • Sarah's menstrual cycle history and how she managed her fertility
  • What led Sarah to jump in to the fertility awareness method
  • Importance of knowing that not one method is made to work for every woman
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:42 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 402 | Uncovering The Root Cause of Fertility Challenges | Shalom & Lisa

In today’s episode, Shalom shares how fertility awareness cycle charting has impacted her fertility journey, and why she has gravitated to root cause medicine along the way.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on February 22nd! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • History of Shalom's menstrual cycle and use of hormonal contraceptives
  • What brought Shalom to Fertility Awareness Method
  • Challenges Shalom had during her fertility journey
  • Shalom's childbirth experience
  • How Shalom discovered she had Hashimoto's
  • Importance of forming a team and having support when having health issues
  • Expenses of having fertility issues
  • How to use your menstrual cycle as a fifth vital sign
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:00:55 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 401 | Managing Severe PMDD | Alden & Lisa

In today’s episode, my client Alden shares her experience overcoming severe PMDD through cycle charting and lifestyle changes. She also shares how the copper IUD worsened her symptoms and what prompted her to have it removed. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on February 22nd! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Alden's menstrual cycle history and experience with contraceptives
  • What led Alden into the fertility awareness method
  • What is PMDD
  • The similarity of PMS and PMDD
  • Alden's experience with the copper IUD insertion
  • Alden's symptoms from the copper IUD
  • How Alden felt after she got her copper IUD removed
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:00:47 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 400 | Charting To Avoid Pregnancy & To Improve Overall Health | Rachel & Lisa
In today’s episode Rachel shares her story switching from different hormonal methods due to side effects, to finally transitioning to fertility awareness! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on February 22nd! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Rachel's period history and experience with hormonal contraceptives'
  • Why Rachel switched to FAM to prevent pregnancy
  • Rachels side effects from hormonal contraceptives
  • Myths of PCOS and conceiving
  • Rachel's experience with health care professionals
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 21 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 399 | The Truth About Using Fertility Awareness for Birth Control | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I share the honest truth about using fertility awareness for birth control, and what are the main reasons why women get pregnant (user failure) when using the method. I share what you need to know in order for this method to work for you, and it’s more than simply “follow the rules”. I know you’ll appreciate this episode, because it’s the stuff no one talks about.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on February 22nd! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • User failure versus method failure
  • The difference between user failure and method failure as it relates to fertility awareness
  • How effective is the fertility awareness method?
  • The importance of understanding the rules (fully) prior to using fertility awareness for birth control
  • What is “rhythm method thinking”?
  • Why the decision to become pregnant is not black and white, and how to manage the grey area
  • Managing your fertile window effectively
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 398 | Using Fertility Awareness For Birth Control | Lisa | Fertility Friday

It is possible to use fertility awareness effectively to avoid pregnancy naturally (no hormones required!) Join me today as I share my best practices for using fertility awareness for birth control!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why women choose the Fertility Awareness Method for birth control
  • How to use fertility awareness to avoid pregnancy
  • 11 key factors in making FAM successful for preventing pregnancy
  • Why you need to chart every day when using FAM for birth control
  • The key in cervical mucus
  • The different types of mucus
  • Different phases of ovulation
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 07 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 397 | Supporting Thyroid Health | Lacey Dunn

Today I’m sharing a brand new interview with Lacey Dun — all about supporting thyroid function!

Lacey Dunn, MS, RD, LD, CPT is a functional medicine dietitian specializing in physique enhancement, weight management, thyroid disorders, PCOS, adrenal dysfunction, and metabolic resistance through her online coaching platform called UpliftFit Nutrition. She's also the host of UpliftFit Nutrition radio. Lacey's goal as a dietitian is to provide the tools that people need in order to achieve a healthy, and balanced diet while simultaneously helping them to grow and thrive in all aspects of their lives. Her best-selling book "The Women's Guide to Hormonal Harmony" which is available on Amazon gives women the knowledge, tools, and confidence to rebalance your hormones, master your metabolism, and become the boss of your own body no matter if you've got a thyroid disorder, hormonal imbalance, or gut problems.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Lacey's personal journey that led her to the field she works in and what promoted her to write her book
  • Lacey's experience with doctors and getting tested for her thyroid issues
  • How Lacey helps her clients advocate for their health with their doctors
  • Most common symptoms of thyroid issues
  • Difference between hypo and hyper thyroidism
  • How your diet and exercise routine effect your thyroid
  • Key nutrients and food sources that support a healthy thyroid
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 31 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 396 | Overcoming Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Dani Sheriff

In today’s episode Dani Sheriff shares her experience in the FAMM program, and how it has enhanced her professional practice. She also shares her birth story. Dani was pregnant during the FAMM program, and gave birth to her beautiful baby daughter during covid/lockdown times.

Dani Sheriff is an Australian-Born, Austin based Podcaster, YouTuber and digital illustrator. She is the host of The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast and founder of The HA Society – a podcast and online community for women who care about getting their periods.

She’s just like every other person in the world, she struggles with her body image and self worth. Being obsessed with looking ‘the correct way’ took so much energy both physically and mentally. She had absolutely nothing to show for it. No one was congratulating her or thanking her for impacting their lives. She didn’t have an enjoyable social life or a menstrual cycle. Nothing.

She lost both her time and her fertility.

So she realized she needed to change. She started eating and resting and her body started to heal. With all this new-found time and energy, she picked up a pen and started to draw women with real bodies, having real thoughts and struggling through real barriers. And people liked it. They started thanking her for the impact that her work was having on them. That’s when Dani realized she was starting to make an impact and found her calling. She then started podcasting and YouTubing to keep the message spreading.

Since then, she’s grown a following of women (and men) who are trying to free up mental and physical space so that they can actually do real work. She does this by creating art, podcasts and YouTube videos. That’s her mission. And none of it had anything to do with making herself smaller or hungry.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! For details Click here to apply now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Dani's experience with charting
  • How charting can be successful for someone who is not having a period
  • What is HA and why does it result in the loss of a period
  • How to identify HA with charting
  • Dani's experience having with child birth while having covid
  • Dani's advice on preparing for birth
  • How Dani's experience with childbirth impact her
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

This episode is sponsored by FAMM! Are you a women's health practitioner looking for a solid way to incorporate comprehensive fertility awareness chart analysis into your practice? If yes, FAMM is the program you've been waiting for. Click here to apply now!

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Fri, 24 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 395 | Short Luteal Phase, Premenstrual Spotting | Dr. Jen Goldsmith

In today’s episode Dr. Jen shares her personal experience using the FAMM framework to improve both her own cycle parameters and her clients.

Dr. Jen Goldsmith is a prenatal and pediatric chiropractor serving families at her clinic, Lux Family Chiropractic, in White Bear Lake Minnesota . She is a graduate of The University of Wisconsin Madison where she received her Bachelor's of Science in Dietetics before pursuing her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University. Dr. Jen is Pediatric and Webster certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She has a passion for working with growing families as they navigate their conception, pregnancy and postpartum journeys. She is almost complete with her Fertility Awareness Method Practitioner training and is hopeful to continue her work with young women as they navigate understanding their cycles to unlock the next level of their health journey.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! For details Click here to apply now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How the course changed the way Jen interacts with her own clients
  • What Jenna learned about herself during the FAMM course
  • What Jenna discovered about herself during her luteal phase
  • How diet and exercise impacted Jenna's menstrual cycle
  • The importance of putting time in for taking care of yourself
  • Caffeine and its effects on your health and cycle
  • How learning about her cycle is going to help her relate more to her clients
  • What Jenna learned and implemented to help fix her short luteal phase
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:12:13 +0000
FFP 394 | The Business of Birth Control | Abby Epstein & Ricki Lake

Join me for an epic interview with filmmakers Ricki Lake & Abby Epstein to discuss their latest documentary The Business of Birth Control!

From acting and producing, to dancing her way into the hearts of television audiences, Emmy Award-winning television host Ricki Lake is a pop culture icon who has built a career on her graciously candid sensibility and her authentic, relatable nature. At age 24, Lake became one of the youngest daily talk show hosts in history with the debut of The Ricki Lake Show. She has also co-written two books, released a 4 part-DVD series, and served as an Executive Producer of several documentaries.

Abby Epstein made her film directing debut at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival with the documentary, V-Day: Until the Violence Stops, featuring Jane Fonda, Salma Hayek, and Rosie Perez. . In 2007, she teamed up with Ricki Lake for their widely acclaimed documentary, The Business of Being Born, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was released by New Line Cinema/Netflix and broadcast on Showtime.

Sixty years after the pill revolutionized women's emancipation, "The Business of Birth Control" examines the complex relationship between hormonal birth control and women’s health and liberation. The documentary traces the feminist movement to investigate and expose the pill's risks alongside the racist legacy of hormonal contraception and its ongoing weaponization against communities of coluor. Weaving together the stories of bereaved parents, body literacy activists and femtech innovators, the film reveals a new generation seeking holistic and ecological alternatives to the pill while redefining the meaning of reproductive justice.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! For details Click here to apply now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How the movie, "The Business of Birth Control" came to fruition
  • Ricki and Abby's perception on birth control and the side effects before and after the film
  • Thoughts from Ricki and Abby on the criticism of birth control
  • Ricki and Abby's comments on women's side effects from birth control
  • Thoughts on why doctors continue to give women birth control
  • What Ricki and Abby discovered about the business of birth control
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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Fri, 10 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 393 | PMS & Low Progesterone | Preconception Planning | Nora DeBora

In today’s episode Nora shares her personal experience using the FAMM framework to improve both her own cycle parameters as well as to support her conception clients!

Nora DeBora is a Preconception Health Coach and Holistic Nutritionist who helps women prepare for pregnancy and have a healthy baby after 30. Through her signature program, Master Your Cycle To Get Pregnant, she teaches women how to optimize their hormones and fertility by harnessing the power of their menstrual cycle with nutrition, cycle charting and self care practices. When she’s not coaching, you can find her indulging in gourmet burgers, sweating in a yoga class, or on long hikes with her husky.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Nora's menstrual cycle history and how she managed her fertility
  • What led Nora to jump in the practitioner program
  • Why Nora transitioned her focus on the work she does now
  • Nora's experience during the insertion and removal of the IUD
  • Nora's experience charting her own cycle
  • Nora's PMS symptoms and how she corrected them naturally
  • How to analyze and find out the root cause of low progesterone
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 03 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 392 | Endometriosis | Period Pain | Brittany Cornish

In today’s episode Brittany shares her personal experience with endometriosis, and how FAMM has impacted her women’s health nutrition practice!

Brittany is a Reproductive Health Practitioner with certifications in Nutrition, Fertility Awareness Instruction (FEMM) and Cycle Coaching.

She helps women who feel like something is “off” with their cycles uncover and restore their reproductive health. Her clients often experience symptoms such as period pain, acne, irregular periods and abnormal cervical mucus patterns. Whether the goal is to strengthen overall health or to confidently conceive, her full-body approach leaves her clients feeling better, heard and empowered to make the necessary changes.

There are no off-limit topics with Brittany. She teaches cycle charting to remove the fear and the unknown around our cycles. She answers the questions her clients have never found suitable responses for like, "is my cervical discharge normal” and “am I healthy enough to conceive”?

Having battled through chronic period pain for years, Brittany is also an endometriosis advocate who has seen and felt first-hand the indifference to the condition. Through her consultations and chart reviews, Brittany helps her clients champion their well-being with data-backed clarity.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! For details Click here to apply now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Brittany's menstrual cycle and contraceptive history
  • What prompted Brittany to jump in the the FAMM class to incorporate in her practice
  • Brittany's period pain before she got on the pill
  • How Brittany used her period to get to the bottom of her health issues
  • Challenges Brittany faced to find the support she needed
  • How the FAMM program helped Brittany look at her cycle and symptoms differently
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program (FAMM)

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Fri, 26 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 391 | Abnormal bleeding Patterns | Premenopausal Symptoms | Lilliana Rivera

In today’s episode, Lilliana shares her personal journey healing from an abnormal bleeding episode that lasted several months. Discover how the her experience in the FAMM program helped both personally and professionally!

Lilliana is a massage therapist and Abdominal Therapy practitioner, who helps women suffering from physical pain and discomfort in their bodies. Lilliana is also a Womb Awareness Coach and loves to help women feel empowered through an intimate connection to the belly and womb. Creating a connection to their inner knowing and moving from a place of feeling stuck to a place of clarity and radiance.

More recently, Lilliana has joined the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program and is excited to share the many benefits of cycle charting and teaching women how to identify their fertile signs.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Lilliana’s menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive history

  • How Lilliana got involved in abdominal therapy

  • Why Lilliana wanted to learn about the Fertility Awareness Method

  • What was happening with Lilliana’s cycle prior to Lisa’s program

  • Lilliana’s symptoms of perimenopause

  • Lilliana’s experience with tinctures and a naturopath

  • How Lilliana connected her diet to her transitional phase

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Fri, 19 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 390 | Personal Charting Insights | Cervical Health | Building Your Women’s Health Practice with FAMM | Haley Smith

Discover what Haley learned from her own cycle, and why she mentioned that her income doubled as a result of her participation on the FAMM program!

Haley is a women’s health practitioner specializing in feeding hormones properly and charting menstrual cycles to consciously conceive, avoid pregnancy, and screen for cervical health. She is the creator of Fertility Freedom, a 1:1 program that weaves together cutting-edge nutrition research, constitutional dietetics, and tracking the health of your fertility using the fertility awareness method. She is also the founder of The Fertility Freedom Workshop, a group experience with leading fertility experts to help women prepare their body for pregnancy. Her mission is to equip you with the inspiration, courage, and know-how to practicing body literacy and advocating for your cycle, constitution, and health.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! Early-bird pricing is available until Friday November 26th. For details Click here to apply now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Haley’s period and birth control history

  • What led Haley to register for the FAMM course

  • Why Haley turned to the fertility awareness method

  • How culture and societies messaging impact girls outlook on periods

  • How charting and the FAMM program shifted Haley’s mindset on her cycle

  • How Haley’s experience charting herself shifted her approach on contraception

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You can connect with Haley on Instagram, LinkedIn, and her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 389 | Top 6 Benefits of Incorporating Fertility Awareness Into Your Professional Practice | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

Join me as I break down some of the incredible benefits of incorporating fertility awareness into your professional practice.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program, Class of 2022!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of January! Early-bird pricing is available until Friday November 26th. For details Click here to apply now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Common myths about fertility awareness and charting

  • Helps to provide a unique individualized care to your clients

  • Gives an objective way to monitor and measure progress

  • Help breakdown and dogmas on client care and breakout preconceived notions

  • Allows you to serve your clients

  • Forces you to go deeper with clients

  • Provides a motivational tool for clients

  • Teaches you the complexity and resilience of the human body

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 388 | IUD Disaster | Implant & The Shot (Epic Fail) | Pill Reality Series | Annie & Lisa

Today I’m sharing a new episode in my pill reality series. My guest Annie shares her terrible IUD experience as well as her not so great experiences with the implant and the depo shot.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

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Today’s episode is also sponsored by Saturee! Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Liver is rich in folate, choline, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin A, selenium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 and the list goes on, but unless you grew up eating it, you may have a hard time loving the taste. Saturee A+ liver capsules contain 100% Australian grass fed and finished beef liver with no fillers or preservatives. Click here to purchase today and enter coupon code FERTILITYFRIDAY for a 5% discount off your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Annie’s menstrual cycle and contraceptive history

  • Annie’s side effects after she got off the Depo shot

  • Annie’s Doctors perspective on her side effects from the Depo shot

  • How Annie figured out her bodies reactions were related to birth control

  • How Annie discovered the tumor in her breast

  • Timeline of how long it took Annie to recover from the depo shot

  • What happened to Annie after she got off the depo shot

  • Annie’s experience and side effects from the implant

  • How effective the implant is

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 387 | High-Risk Pregnancies | Reducing The Risk of Pre-Term Birth | Parijat Deshpande

Today’s episode focuses on high-risk pregnancies. My guest Parijat Deshpande shares specific strategies for coping with the stressful realities of high risk pregnancies to ultimately reduce birth complications and reduce the risk of having a pre-term birth.

Parijat Deshpande is the leading integrative high-risk pregnancy specialist, somatic trauma professional and speaker and author who guides women to improve their pregnancy complications so they can reduce their risk of preterm birth. Her unique neurobiological approach has served hundreds of women to manage pregnancy complications and reclaim a safety and trust in their bodies that they thought was eroded forever. Parijat is the author of bestselling book Pregnancy Brain: A Mind-Body Approach to Stress Management During a High-Risk Pregnancy. She is also the host of the popular podcast Delivering Miracles®️, that discusses the real, raw side of family-building including infertility, loss, high-risk pregnancy, bed rest, prematurity and healing once baby comes home.

Learn more about Parijat Deshpande and her work at www.parijatdeshpande.com.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Saturee! Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Liver is rich in folate, choline, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin A, selenium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 and the list goes on, but unless you grew up eating it, you may have a hard time loving the taste. Saturee A+ liver capsules contain 100% Australian grass fed and finished beef liver with no fillers or preservatives. Click here to purchase today and enter coupon code FERTILITYFRIDAY for a 5% discount off your order!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Parijat to begin her work in women’s health
  • How her own fertility and pregnancy journey impacted her
  • Identifying what stress really is and how it affects the body
  • Strategies to manage your stress during pregnancy
  • How stress can affect your menstrual cycle
  • Knowing when is the right time to use specific tools (meditation, journaling, etc.) in your stress cycle
  • The importance of getting yourself back to safety post-trauma before getting pregnant again
  • Why it’s important to remember we cannot feel joy if we don’t feel safe
  • Positive effects of re-regulating your nervous system during pregnancy

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 386 | Fertility Challenges & Recurrent Miscarriage | Gluten Intolerance, Celiac & Fertility | Justine Bold

The first part of today’s episode focuses on my guest Justine’s fertility journey which culminated with her pregnancy at age 43 with twins. The second part focuses on Justine’s professional work in the area of gluten sensitivity, Celiac, and fertility.

Justine Bold has worked as an academic in the UK at the University of Worcester since 2008. She is now also Program Director for CPD in the Medical School at Cardiff University. She has written articles on infertility, appeared in the media and coedited a book entitled ‘Integrated approaches to Infertility, IVF and Recurrent Miscarriage’ that was published in 2016. She has published widely in academic journals on gluten and celiac disease and also on the integrative management of female reproductive health conditions. She is working towards PhD by publication having also co-authored a book on Mental Health in 2019 and recently contributed chapters to an upcoming text book ‘Gluten related disorders’ to be published by Elsevier.

Justine had a long personal journey to motherhood starting with a pregnancy loss in her early thirties finally becoming a mum in her forties. She is passionate about raising awareness about the infertility experience and in helping healthcare professionals to understand patients and clients to improve patient care and she is currently working on research projects in this area. She also appeared in the UK at Fertility Fest in 2018 and at the Fertility Show in Manchester in 2019.

To learn more: https://www.worcester.ac.uk/about/profiles/justine-bold

https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/people/view/1700118-bold-justine

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Saturee! Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Liver is rich in folate, choline, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin A, selenium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 and the list goes on, but unless you grew up eating it, you may have a hard time loving the taste. Saturee A+ liver capsules contain 100% Australian grass fed and finished beef liver with no fillers or preservatives. Click here to purchase today and enter coupon code FERTILITYFRIDAY for a 5% discount off your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How gluten can impact fertility

  • Justine's personal experience with fertility challenges and how it lead her into to become a nutritional practitioner

  • How our culture addresses fertility

  • Connection between endometriosis and fertility

  • Justine's experience with endometriosis

  • What is celiac disease and what is the difference between the disease and gluten sensitivity

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 385 | Low-Fat Diets & Testosterone In Men | Boosting Sperm Quality | Joe Whittaker

Discover why low-fat diets are terrible for both testosterone and sperm production in men in today’s episode with Joe Whittaker.

Joe Whittaker is a clinical nutritionist and researcher. He holds a master's degree in Nutritional Therapy, from the University of Worcester. His research has been published in top academic journals, and widely covered by the media. His academic research is focused on men's health, particularly testosterone and sperm health. He also runs a private clinic in the UK, and has helped a variety of clients improve their health and well being.

Link to his research study: Low-fat diets and testosterone in men: Systematic review and meta-analysis of intervention studies ~

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Saturee! Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Liver is rich in folate, choline, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin A, selenium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 and the list goes on, but unless you grew up eating it, you may have a hard time loving the taste. Saturee A+ liver capsules contain 100% Australian grass fed and finished beef liver with no fillers or preservatives. Click here to purchase today and enter coupon code FERTILITYFRIDAY for a 5% discount off your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How nutrition relates to sperm health and testosterone production

  • What men can do to support their testosterone and sperm health

  • Joe’s background and what led home to focus on men’s health

  • How calorie restriction effects men

  • How men and women’s bodies are affected differently by intermittent fasting

  • Insight on Joe’s research study

  • Correlation between men’s testosterone production and sperm production

  • What does testosterone decline

  • What can men do to combat a decline in their testosterone

  • What are the micronutrients that are key to men’s health

  • Why would a vegetarian and vegan diet not be optimal for reproduction

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 384 | The Egg Quality Diet | Aimee Raupp

Discover how to improve egg quality in today’s interview with Aimee Raupp!

Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & fertility expert, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, and Body Belief. Her latest book, The Egg Quality Diet: A clinically proven 100-day fertility diet to balance hormones, reduce inflammation, improve egg quality & optimize your ability to get & stay pregnant was released in June 2021.

Aimee works virtually with clients all over the world, as well she is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York and Connecticut. Aimee holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Rutgers University. She is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Beauty line of hand-crafted, organic skincare products that are optimized for hormone harmony.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Saturee! Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Liver is rich in folate, choline, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin A, selenium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 and the list goes on, but unless you grew up eating it, you may have a hard time loving the taste. Saturee A+ liver capsules contain 100% Australian grass fed and finished beef liver with no fillers or preservatives. Click here to purchase today and enter coupon code FERTILITYFRIDAY for a 5% discount off your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Aimee chose to write her newest book on dieting

  • What we can do to improve egg quality

  • The parameters that Aimee looks at to see if things are in working order

  • Aimee’s approach on supplements and improving egg quality

  • Aimee’s thoughts on vegan and vegetarian diets and how they affect the menstrual cycle and egg quality

  • Outcomes from one of Aimee’s clients who switched to her suggested diet to increase egg quality

  • Symptoms women encounter during Aimee’s diet

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 01 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 383 | Boosting Low Progesterone | Short Luteal Phase | PMS | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Low progesterone? Short luteal phase? Moderate to severe PMS? You’ll want to tune into today’s episode to learn how to balance your hormones by boosting your progesterone levels!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self Study Program!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What a normal cycle is supposed to look like

  • What does your cycle look like when there is low progesterone

  • Common signs of low progesterone

  • What is the luteal phase

  • How do you determine if your progesterone is low

  • What is the value in doing hormone testing

  • Importance of testing on the correct day

  • How to time your progesterone testing

  • Strategies to boost progesterone production in the luteal phase

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 24 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 382 | Are Your Temperatures Too Low? | Low BBT | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Are your temperatures too low? Find out whether your temperatures are in the normal range, and what to do if your temps are too low!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is BBT

  • Why do we track BBT

  • What is BBT’s connection to your ovulation

  • Lisa’s thermometer recommendation

  • How to identify if your temperature is in a normal range

  • The relationship between your temperature and the pre and post ovulation phase

  • Reasons why your temperatures could be too low that are not health related

  • How to ensure you are taking your temperature accurately

  • What do you do if your temperatures are too low

  • Most common reasons why your BBT could be low

  • The link between your temperature and your metabolism & your diet

  • How long you should track to see if your temperature is health related

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 17 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 381 | Using Fertility Awareness As A Vital Sign | Lisa & Meg

Most women jump into fertility awareness to conceive or avoid pregnancy, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg! In today’s brand new on-air client session, discover how Meg is utilizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in her life.

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Meg’s menstrual cycle and hormonal birth control history

  • Meg’s transition off hormonal contraceptives to Fertility Awareness Methods

  • What prompted Meg to make to come off hormonal birth control

  • Meg’s side effects and symptoms that raised awareness and concern

  • Link between IBS and contraceptives

  • History of birth control

  • How birth control works

  • Importance of listening to your body and paying attention to the warning signs

  • Why Meg wants to spread the knowledge she has learned about hormonal birth control

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 380 | Coming Off The Pill & Managing Period Pain | Lisa & Sydney

Thinking of coming off the pill? In today’s brand new on-air client session, discover how Sydney managed the transition from birth control to fertility awareness. Sydney also shares her experience managing her period pain naturally.

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The aspects of Fertility Awareness Method

  • Sydney’s menstrual cycle history

  • Sydney’s path to the Fertility Awareness Method

  • What Sydney’s experience with birth control

  • The difference in Sydney's period before and after the pill
  • How Sydney has been managing her fertility since she came off the pill

  • How Sydney managed her period pain naturally

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 03 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 379 | The Truth About Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPKs) | Summer Replay Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Should you rely on ovulation predictor kits when you’re trying to conceive? Find out in today’s episode of the 2021 summer replay series!

In this solo episode, I am tackling the topic of Ovulation Predictor Kits! I talk about OPKs and why I don’t think they are all they’re cracked up to be. I share why relying solely on OPKs can reduce your chances of conception in some cases, and why your body gives you much more reliable signs to go on when you pay attention to it!

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE, my 10 week group coaching program! We start on September 21st! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why relying primarily on Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPKs) can actually lower your chances of conceiving
  • How OPKs can inadvertently lead you to use the rhythm method
  • The impact of stress on your menstrual cycle
  • Why the key to timing sex correctly is not about having sex on ovulation day
  • Why women with PCOS often can’t rely on OPKs to identify ovulation
  • How relying on OPKs can result in you ignoring your body signs
  • Why monitoring your cervical mucus observations is more effective than relying on OPKs
  • Why waiting for a positive OPK to have sex will often cause you to miss out on several fertile days prior to ovulation
  • The importance of understanding your fertility signs first and using OPKs second
  • The benefits of using OPKs when you understand and pay attention your fertile signs first
  • Using Fertility Awareness to optimize your chances of conception

Connect with Lisa.

You can connect with Lisa on the Fertility Friday Website, and on Facebook and Twitter.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 27 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 378 | Iodine, Ovarian Cysts, Fibrocystic Breasts, & Thyroid Disorders | Summer Replay Series | Dr. Jorge Flechas

Is there a connection between fibrocystic breast disease, ovarian cysts and iodine deficiency? Find out in today’s episode of the 2021 summer replay series!

Dr. Flechas has been in medical practice for 35 years. He is the Medical Director of Flechas Family Practice in Hendersonville, N.C. In addition to family practice, Dr. Flechas’s areas of specialization include Iodine therapy for thyroid and breast disorders, bio-identical hormone replacement for both men and women, and diagnosis and treatment of cardiac-related issues such as coronary artery disease, atherosclerosis, and hypertension.

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The link between fibrocystic breast disease and iodine deficiency
  • The connection between iodine deficiency and cancer
  • What is the relationship between iodine deficiency and thyroid function?
  • What are the factors that contribute to the development of a goiter?
  • Is iodine only necessary for thyroid function?
  • How Iodine is distributed inside your body?
  • What is fibrocystic breast disease and what are the most common signs and symptoms?
  • The link between iodine and the development of scar tissue
  • How is iodine related to breast, ovarian, and thyroid cancer?
  • If iodine can reverse fibrocystic breast disease, then why isn’t it standard treatment?
  • The link between iodine deficiency, polycystic ovary, and insulin resistance?
  • What is the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for iodine and why does Dr. Flechas recommend significantly higher amounts?
  • How can you determine if you are deficient in iodine?
  • What is the most accurate way to test your iodine levels?
Connect with Dr. Flechas: You can connect with Dr. Flechas on his Website.

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Fri, 20 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 377 | Thyroid Health, Fertility, and Iodine | Summer Replay Series | Dr. David Brownstein | Dr. Denis Wilson

Today we dive into the iodine/thyroid controversy, and discover why your basal body temperature is such an important indicator of your overall health in my interviews with Dr. David Brownstein and Dr. Denis Wilson! All this and more in today’s episode of the 2021 summer replay series!

Dr. David Brownstein is a Board-Certified family physician and is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. He is the Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, MI. Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians, and others, about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice.

Dr. Denis Wilson developed the concept of Wilson ‘s Temperature Syndrome in 1988 after observing people with symptoms of low thyroid and low body temperature, yet who had normal blood tests. He found that by normalizing their temperatures with T3 (without T4) their symptoms often remained improved even after the treatment was discontinued.

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE, my 10 week group coaching program! We start on September 21st! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How a book on nutrition led Dr. Brownstein down this career path
  • What should we know about iodine as it relates to the thyroid and why is it essential?
  • What happens when there’s an iodine deficiency?
  • Why is it important to know your iodine levels before you get pregnant?
  • Iodine’s connection to cystic breasts
  • How the thyroid is related to metabolism
  • Low body temperature: what does it mean and what does it have to do with the thyroid?
  • Dr. Wilson’s experiments with cycling patients and resetting their thermostat and thyroid
  • What to do if you have a low body temperature
  • The direct correlation between metabolism and body temperature and how it relates to fertility
  • How does hyperthyroidism relate to fertility?
  • How to tell if, and when, what you’re doing is working
  • What to eat, and when to eat it, to maintain healthy insulin levels

Connect with Dr. David Brownstein, MD

You can connect with Dr. Brownstein on his website.

Connect with Dr. Denis Wilson, MD

You can connect with Dr. Wilson on his website.

Resources mentioned

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 376 | Birth Control Pills From Your Doctor’s Perspective | Summer Replay Series | Dr. Miranda Naylor

Why do doctor’s prescribe the birth control for (literally) every menstrual cycle complaint? Find out in today’s episode of the 2021 summer replay series!

Dr. Naylor is a board-certified family physician, focused on preventive medicine and nutrition. As an osteopathic physician, she treats patients with a whole-person approach and has training in treating the body with hands-on techniques, called osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM). She became especially interested in fertility during the end of her residency training when she herself stopped hormonal contraception in an effort to get pregnant and didn’t get a period. Almost 2 years later, she continues her journey to naturally regain a healthy menstrual cycle and reflects on how western medicine addresses (or doesn’t address) this common issue.

Today’s episode is sponsored by FAM LIVE!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE, my 10 week group coaching program! We start on September 21st! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Osteopathic medicine?
  • Dr. Naylor shares how her own experience on hormonal contraceptives has shifted how she views prescribing them in her own practice
  • Why type of training to medical Doctors typically receive regarding hormonal contraceptives?
  • Why do Doctors typically recommend hormonal methods of birth control over non-hormonal methods?
  • Why the official recommendation is for women to use hormonal contraceptives throughout most of their adult life up until approximately age 50
  • How are physicians typically educated regarding the side effects of hormonal contraceptives?
  • What training are physicians given to the menstrual cycle and maintaining reproductive health?
  • What is the best way to approach your doctor when you are seeking care outside of the traditional medical paradigm?
  • Why advocating for yourself isn’t always easy
  • How to approach your Doctor when he or she isn’t receptive to the treatment, medication or approach you wish to take

Connect with Dr. Naylor

You can connect with Dr. Naylor on her Website

Resources mentioned

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 375 | MTHFR, Folic Acid, Fertility, and Miscarriage | Summer Replay Series | Diane Keddy

Is there a connection between the MTHFR gene mutation and infertility? Is folic acid found in nature? Join me for an in-depth conversation with Diane Keddy about MTHFR and fertility in today’s episode of the 2021 summer replay series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop!

Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Wear the Tempdrop sensor while you sleep for accurate basal body temperature readings without the stress of early morning wake ups. Tempdrop’s accompanying app enables you to chart an array of symptoms alongside your BBT, including cervical mucus and OPKs. Combine these fertility signs all in one place to identify your fertile window and confirm ovulation.

Whether you are trying to conceive, are avoiding pregnancy or want to chart for health reasons, Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns.

Identify your fertility window, in real time with Tempdrop. Follow this link to buy now! And use code coupon code: FERTILITYFRIDAY at checkout for a 10% discount when your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is the MTHFR gene mutation and how common is this gene mutation?
  • Why is the MTHFR gene mutation problematic in both men and women?
  • What impact does the MTHFR gene mutation have on a woman’s ability to convert folic acid to folate?
  • What are the symptoms of the MTHFR mutation and how do you test for it?
  • Is folic acid dangerous to individuals with this gene mutation?
  • What type of diet is recommended for individuals with the MTHFR gene mutation?
  • How does the MTHFR gene mutation impact a woman’s chances of conceiving?
  • Why is the MTHFR gene mutation linked to repeated miscarriages and birth defects?
  • What are some of the natural sources of folate?
  • What should women be looking for in a supplement to ensure they get the correct type of folate?
  • What is the connection between the MTHFR gene mutation and Iron deficiency?
  • What is the link between MTHFR and heart disease?
  • When should you ask your physician to screen you for the MTHFR gene mutation?
  • Why is the MTHFR gene mutation linked to depression, anxiety and irritable bowel syndrome among other medical conditions?
  • What to do if you have the MTHFR gene mutation and you are having trouble getting pregnant?

Connect with Diane

You can connect with Diane on her website, or via email!

Resources mentioned

Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Tempdrop

This episode is sponsored by Tempdrop! Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Click here to learn more now!

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 374 | Taking Charge Of Your Fertility | Summer Replay Series | Toni Weschler

Join me for an incredible interview with Toni Weschler, author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility! This is the second episode in this year’s summer replay series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop!

Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Wear the Tempdrop sensor while you sleep for accurate basal body temperature readings without the stress of early morning wake ups. Tempdrop’s accompanying app enables you to chart an array of symptoms alongside your BBT, including cervical mucus and OPKs. Combine these fertility signs all in one place to identify your fertile window and confirm ovulation.

Whether you are trying to conceive, are avoiding pregnancy or want to chart for health reasons, Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns.

Identify your fertility window, in real time with Tempdrop. Follow this link to buy now! And use code coupon code: FERTILITYFRIDAY at checkout for a 10% discount when your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Fertility Awareness and how is it different from the Rhythm Method?
  • Why is the Fertility Awareness Method Effective?
  • Is the Fertility Awareness Method complicated to learn?
  • Are women fertile every day?
  • How can women determine when they are fertile each month?
  • Is it possible for women to use the Fertility Awareness Method successfully as a method of birth control?
  • Why do the “rules” work for preventing pregnancy
  • Why are some women more fertile than others?
  • How are certain health issues reflected in a woman’s menstrual cycle charts?
  • What is the role of basal body temperature in the Fertility Awareness Method?
  • For women who are trying to get pregnant, when is the best time to have unprotected sex?
  • How useful are ovulation predictor kits versus for a woman who is using the Fertility Awareness Method?
  • When is the best time to take a home pregnancy test

Connect with Toni

You can connect with Toni on her website!

Resources mentioned

Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Tempdrop

This episode is sponsored by Tempdrop! Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Click here to learn more now!

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 373 | Clomid, Letrozole & IUI | How Effective Are IVF and IUI? | Summer Replay Series | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today’s episode is the first in this year’s summer replay series! Following up from yesterday’s episode about IVF treatments, today’s episode takes a deep dive into artificial reproductive technology (ART), more specifically IUI (intrauterine insemination), and the common drugs used (clomid/femara) as well as IVF success statistics.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop!

Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Wear the Tempdrop sensor while you sleep for accurate basal body temperature readings without the stress of early morning wake ups. Tempdrop’s accompanying app enables you to chart an array of symptoms alongside your BBT, including cervical mucus and OPKs. Combine these fertility signs all in one place to identify your fertile window and confirm ovulation.

Whether you are trying to conceive, are avoiding pregnancy or want to chart for health reasons, Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns.

Identify your fertility window, in real time with Tempdrop. Follow this link to buy now! And use code coupon code: FERTILITYFRIDAY at checkout for a 10% discount when your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How effective is IUI?
  • What is the difference between the pregnancy rate and the live birth rate?
  • How to dissect “success” rates for IUI
  • How do IUI success rates vary with age?
  • What is the cumulative success rate of IUI and how does it differ from the success rate of an individual round?
  • Does having more rounds of IUI increase your chances of conceiving?
  • What are the side effects of Clomid?
  • How do Clomid impact cervical mucus and your endometrial lining?
  • Why up to 25% of women are resistant to Clomid
  • What is Letrozole and how does it compare to Clomid for IUI?
  • How do the pregnancy and miscarriage rates differ in women who use Clomid versus Letrozole?
  • Why it’s important to be critical of research studies
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on the Fertility Friday Website, and on Facebook and Twitter.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Tempdrop

This episode is sponsored by Tempdrop! Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Click here to learn more now!

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 372 | The Truth About IVF | Brett Russo

Brett Russo was born and raised in New Jersey. She graduated with a degree in business management from Bucknell University, where she also met her future husband. After graduation, Brett found her passion working beside her twin brother and father for her family’s printing company, of which she is now the chief executive officer. She married her husband in 2015, and together they fought the hardest battle of their lives with their journey through IVF. Brett is the author of The Underwear In My Shoe: My Journey Through IVF. Brett lives in New Jersey with her husband and their two sons.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop!

Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Wear the Tempdrop sensor while you sleep for accurate basal body temperature readings without the stress of early morning wake ups. Tempdrop’s accompanying app enables you to chart an array of symptoms alongside your BBT, including cervical mucus and OPKs. Combine these fertility signs all in one place to identify your fertile window and confirm ovulation.

Whether you are trying to conceive, are avoiding pregnancy or want to chart for health reasons, Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns.

Identify your fertility window, in real time with Tempdrop. Follow this link to buy now! And use code coupon code: FERTILITYFRIDAY at checkout for a 10% discount when your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Brett’s fertility challenges

  • Why Brett chose to write The Underwear In My Shoe: My Journey Through IVF

  • Brett’s first period and how she managed her period

  • Brett’s experience in tracking her fertility

  • How long it took Brett to choose IVF

  • How long Brett and her husband were trying to get pregnant before the Doctor recommended IUI

  • The commonality of IUI and IVF

  • How Brett and her husband coped during IVF

  • The difference in how men and women emotionally handle infertility
Connect with Brett Russo:

You can connect with Brett on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Tempdrop

This episode is sponsored by Tempdrop! Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Click here to learn more now!

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 371 | Hypothalamic Amenorrhea & The Menstrual Cycle | Cynthia Donovan

Cynthia is a Registered Dietitian in the US with a Master's of science in Nutrition and has been a Registered Dietitian for over 10 years. Cynthia is a non-diet dietitian and believes in Health at Every Size. Helping women recover from Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (no period) & find food & exercise freedom is a speciality area of hers. Due to her own struggles with HA, disordered eating & infertility, Cynthia was driven to specialize in HA. Throughout the years, Cynthia has worked in various areas in the field of nutrition which has led her to where she is today operating her own virtual practice & working with women across the world helping them recover their period and find balance with food and exercise.

Today Cynthia shares her experience with HA and how it changed her practice (to focus on HA with her clients).

Today’s episode is sponsored by Tempdrop!

Tempdrop gives you everything you need to effortlessly track your fertility. Wear the Tempdrop sensor while you sleep for accurate basal body temperature readings without the stress of early morning wake ups. Tempdrop’s accompanying app enables you to chart an array of symptoms alongside your BBT, including cervical mucus and OPKs. Combine these fertility signs all in one place to identify your fertile window and confirm ovulation.

Whether you are trying to conceive, are avoiding pregnancy or want to chart for health reasons, Tempdrop makes fertility awareness accessible to all women - even if you don’t have regular cycles or sleeping patterns.

Identify your fertility window, in real time with Tempdrop. Follow this link to buy now! And use code coupon code: FERTILITYFRIDAY at checkout for a 10% discount when your order!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Cynthia’s HA misdiagnosis and her experience

  • How old Cynthia was when she got her first period and if she ever used birth control

  • The common misdiagnosis of PCOS and HA

  • The difference between HA and PCOS
  • The similarities in symptoms of HA and PCOS
  • How the diagnosis for PCOS and HA differ

  • The challenges women face getting the correct diagnosis

  • Cynthia’s, body size, eating habits and workout routine that contributed to her late menstrual cycle start

Connect with Cynthia:

You can connect with Cynthia on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 370 | Eat More, Exercise Less, and Lose Weight? | A Women-Centred Approach To Weight Loss | Kitty Blomfield

Kitty spent most of her adult life dieting. She jumped from one quick fix diet to the next. Shakes, fasting, keto and low carb. You name it she’s done it. She was obsessed with food and felt like she was either restricting or binge eating. She felt happiest when she was thin but she had to starve herself and train 6-7 days a week to maintain it. She had irregular and painful periods, suffered miscarriages, rarely slept through the night; she was bloated, constipated and exhausted. That all changed in 2015 when she met her partner Craig and stumbled across the work of Ray Peat and Emma Sgourakis. What she learned transformed her body and health. It's now Kitty’s mission to free women from restrictive diets, help them restore their metabolisms, balance their hormones and build bodies they love.

Today Kitty joins me for an important discussion of optimizing exercise for the female body, menstrual cycle, and hormone cycle! Is it possible to exercise less, eat more, and lose weight at the same time? Tune in to find out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Kitty’s diet history, her company and how she supports women
  • How Kitty was introduced to a healthy lifestyle
  • Why women end up in the cycle of getting to that “ideal weight”?
  • Why we need to eat more to help their body to survive
  • Myths about weight loss
  • Healthy and safe weight loss takes times
  • Importance of consistency for a healthy life
  • How intermittent fasting can affect your training goals
  • How to determine the balance between protein, carbs and fats
Connect with Kitty:

You can connect with Kitty on Facebook and Instagram.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 369 | Hormonal Contraceptives & Gall Bladder Problems | Pill Reality Series | Lucie Fink

Hormonal contraceptives and gall bladder disease? Is there a connection? In today’s pill-reality series, Lucie Fink is on the show to share her experience with the pill and how the unexpected side effects lead to a number of painful gall bladder attacks culminating in having her gall bladder removed altogether.

Lucie Fink is a 28-year-old video producer, lifestyle host, stop motion artist, and digital educator. She has made numerous appearances on NBC’s TODAY Show as a Millennial spokesperson, discussing a wide range of topics relevant to her generation. From 2015-2019, Lucie worked at Refinery29 where she created and hosted their hit YouTube shows, Try Living with Lucie and Lucie for Hire. Today, Lucie is signed with United Talent Agency and creates entertaining and educational content for a global audience of millions across her various social platforms.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Lucie’s period history
  • Lucie’s experience with birth control
  • Lucie’s side effects from birth control
  • How Lucie discovered her gall bladder problem
  • Why Lucie ended up getting her gall bladder out
  • Lucie's recovery process after the removal of her gall bladder
  • What Lucie learned about the connection between birth control and her gall bladder issue
Connect with Lucie:

You can connect with Lucie on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts: Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 368 | Why Your Doctor Isn’t Helping You With Your Period Problems | Aviva Romm, MD

Dr. Aviva Romm is both a midwife and a Yale trained MD and Board Certified Family Physician with specialties in Integrative Gynecology, Obstetric and Pediatrics, with a focus on women’s endocrinology. She’s also a world renown herbalist, and author of the textbook, Botanical Medicines for Women’s Health, as well as 7 other books, including The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution and her new book, Hormone Intelligence. A practitioner, teacher, activist and advocate of both environmental health and women’s reproductive rights and health, she has been bridging the best of traditional medicine, total health ecology, and good science for over three decades. Her podcast, articles, books, and online programs are wildly popular and successful, helping women take back their health. Dr. Romm practices medicine in both NY and MA, and lives in the Berkshires of Western MA.

Today we take a deep dive into why women often have such a difficult time getting support for their reproductive health issues.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Who is Aviva and experience in the medical industry
  • What is Hormone Intelligence about and why Aviva wanted to write that book now
  • Why women have a hard time getting help
  • Different stereotypes of how women are perceived
  • Cultural myths that doctors have internalized
  • The barriers women face seeking help from medical professionals
  • What is actually helping in medical school
  • Should women be going to her doctor for her first protocol when she has issues with her cycle
  • How women need to know where doctors are coming from
  • Why women should be prepped for their doctors appoints
Connect with Aviva:

You can connect with Aviva on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 367 | Stress, Cervical Mucus, & The Menstrual Cycle | Lisa & Brittany

Today my client Brittany joins us to share her experience using fertility awareness for conception. Find out how to navigate some of the challenges Brittany faced with cervical mucus, cycle irregularities, stress, and more.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Brittany has never used hormonal birth control
  • The importance of educating yourself about the various types of birth control
  • How Brittany is managing her fertile window in the pre-ovulatory phase
  • What she loves about fertility awareness
  • Ways Brittany is navigating the various types of cervical mucus during her cycle
  • Why it is so important to rest and manage your stress and how lack of either can affect your cycle
  • Challenges she has been facing with charting in the post-ovulatory phase
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Follow Fertility Friday on Instagram! Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 366 | Conception Myths | Top 4 Myths About Conception | Timing & Sex Frequency | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Have you been told you need to have sex every other day when you’re trying for a baby? Or that having sex multiple times per day will increase your chances of conception? If so, this episode will put the most common conception myths to rest once and for all!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How to use Fertility Awareness cycle charting when you’re trying to conceive

  • How does Fertility Awareness Charting help with fertility

  • How to time sex accurately whether you’re trying to avoid pregnancy or trying to conceive

  • What it takes for natural conception

  • What to do when you are not conceiving when you are timing sex and charting

  • How cervical fluid plays an important role in conception

  • Different types of mucus

  • Check for cervical fluid after your period

  • Specific myths about how many times and when to have sex

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 28 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 365 | Copper IUD Side Effects | Pill Reality Series | Christine & Lisa

Do women experience side effects with the copper IUD? Today I share an interview with Christine, a member of the Fertility Friday community, and she shares her experience with the copper IUD. Tune in to find out what worked and what didn’t!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How old Christine was when she began her period

  • Christine’s period and contraceptive history prior to the IUD

  • Why Christine chose the IUD for her form of birth control

  • Symptoms & side effects Christine experienced after she started the Copper IUD

  • What was Christine’s experience with the ovarian cyst?

  • Difference in Christine’s periods before having the IUD and while she was using the IUD

  • Correlation between women with low iron and heavy bleeding

  • Christine’s experience with the IUD insertion

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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Fri, 21 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 364 | Hormone Repair Manual | Managing Premenopause, Menopause & Beyond | Lara Briden, ND

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and author of the bestselling books Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual. She has more than 20 years’ experience in women’s health and currently has a consulting room in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health problems.

Today we talk all about menopause, and why the years leading up to menopause shouldn’t be “horrible.” Discover how to balance and manage your hormones during this normal and natural phase of life!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why did Laura choose to write Hormone Repair Manual
  • What is menopause and perimenopause
  • Why Lara calls menopause the second puberty
  • Permimenopause symptoms and how to feel better
  • How does stress effect women as they get older
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

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This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 14 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 363 | Menopause & The Essential Oil Solution | Dr. Mariza Snyder

Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner, women’s health expert and the author of seven books: The #1 National Bestselling book, The Essential Oils Hormone Solution, focuses on balancing women’s hormones. Other bestselling books are: The Smart Mom’s Guide to Essential Oils and The DASH Diet Cookbook. Dr. Mariza’s upcoming book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution, focuses on solutions for women in perimenopause and menopause.

For the past ten years, she has lectured at wellness centers, conferences, and corporations on hormone health, essential oils, nutrition, and detoxification. She has been featured on Dr. Oz, Oprah Magazine, Fox News Health, MindBodyGreen and many publications. Dr. Mariza is also the host of the top rated Essentially You Podcast, designed to empower women to become the CEO of their health. Check out her website, drmariza.com, for women's hormone tips, including recipes and remedies.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Dr. Mariza to write her eighth book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution,

  • Why Dr. Mariza choose to focus on menopause in the eighth book

  • What is menopause?

  • Why society has a negative association with menopause

  • What is a normal transition to menopause

  • Symptoms you are transitioning into menopause

  • How to listen to your body and ask yourself is this serving you

  • Dr. Mariza’s advice for women who aren’t used to listening to or tuning in to their body

  • Why Dr. Mariza loves essential oils

  • How different oils shift your mental and emotional spirit

Connect with Dr. Mariza Snyder:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 07 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 362 | How Effective Are Fertility Awareness-Based Methods Really? | Dr. Marguerite Duane

Marguerite Duane, MD, MHA is a board-certified family physician and adjunct associate professor at Georgetown University. She is co-founder and executive director of FACTS, the Fertility Appreciation Collaborative to Teach the Science. She is trained as a Creighton Model, FEMM and NeoFertility medical consultant as well as a TeenSTAR educator. She also works with Modern Mobile Medicine, a direct primary care house calls-based medical practice that serves patients of all ages in the DC area.

Dr. Duane received her medical degree with recognition in primary care from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and completed her family medicine residency at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA. She has previously served on the boards of both the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the Family Medicine Education Consortium (FMEC). Dr. Duane balances her career as a teacher and Family Physician, with her role as a mother and wife.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why is Dr. Duane as passionate now about FAM than when she discovered it years ago

  • Dr. Duane’s thoughts on how FAM is the only birth control method with no side effects

  • The philosophy of allopathic medicine

  • How doctors are trained about FAM and what women can expect when going to their female doctor

  • The effectiveness of Fertility Awareness Methods

  • The different methods of Fertility Awareness

  • Dr. Duane’s thoughts on the challenges for women concerned with the effectiveness

  • How to use the methods correctly

  • What is most commonly quoted when it comes to FAM

Connect with Dr. Marguerite Duane:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 361 | Yes The Pill Does Cause Anxiety | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Gabby

Does the pill cause anxiety and depression? Yes, yes it does. Today I share an interview with Gabby, who tells all about her experience with birth control-induced anxiety and other mood changes.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • History of Gabby’s menstrual cycle and her birth control journey

  • Gabby’s symptoms from birth control

  • Gabby’s physical side effects from birth control

  • How Gabby thought her side effects and symptoms were normal at the time

  • How women think the resolution to birth control side effects is to switch brands

  • Gabby’s advice to women who are actively not looking to get pregnant

  • Women are not aware of the most common side effects from birth control and least likely to link them to birth control

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 360 | Call of The Wild | Trauma, Stress, and The Medical System | Kimberly Ann Johnson

Kimberly Johnson is a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, yoga teacher trainer, postpartum advocate and single mom. She helps women heal from birth injuries, gynecological surgeries and sexual boundary violations. She is the author of early mothering classic The Fourth Trimester, as well as the upcoming Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Own Power, and Use It for Good.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Kimberly to focus on the nervous system and how it relates to her work

  • How does trauma and authority interplay with our interactions with medical professionals

  • What are different types of trauma

  • How to respond to traumatic situations with authorities

  • Ways that we can prepare for traumatic types of interactions with medical professionals

  • How women respond to these traumatic situations

  • How we can work within the framework to empower ourselves

  • The negative effects of traumatic experiences with your medical professional

  • How to move forward after trauma

  • Repair is always possible
Connect with Kimberly:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 16 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 359 | Starting From Scratch | Fertility Awareness Cycle Charting Post-Pill | Lisa & Allison

Should you come off hormonal birth control and learn fertility awareness? How long does it take to learn? In today’s episode I share an interview with Allison, and she shares her experience coming off hormonal contraceptives, and learning to use fertility awareness for birth control!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Allison’s experience coming off birth control
  • Allison’s menstrual cycle history, her hormonal birth control experience and what led her to The Fertility Awareness Method
  • The challenges in finding accurate and helpful information to assist with female menstrual cycle and fertility
  • Allison’s side effects from hormonal birth control
  • Allison’s period prior to birth control
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 358 | Navigating the Post-Pill Transition Phase | Lisa & Liz

How long will it take for your period to come back when you come off the pill? How many months will it take for your cycles to normalize? Today’s episode is all about coming off the pill! In my interview with Liz, we talk about her experience coming off birth control and waiting for her cycles to return to normal.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Liz’s menstrual cycle background, birth control history and what opted her to the Fertility Awareness Method

  • How was Liz's bleeding once she got off birth control after 16 years

  • How it took a few cycles to get her period back to normal

  • The length of Liz periods after birth control

  • How Liz collects her menstruation

  • Liz’s experience with tampons and menstrual cups

  • How the menstrual cycle is a vital sign

  • How heavy periods may be a cause of a blood disorder

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 356 | Bleeding Disorders in Women | Heavy Bleeding | Menorrhagia | Dr. Fiona Bethea & Jhon Velasco

Today’s episode is about an important topic that hasn’t yet been addressed on the podcast: bleeding disorders. Find out how bleeding disorders affect women, and why they often go undiagnosed. You won’t want to miss my interview with Dr. Fiona Bethea and Jhon Velasco.

Dr. Fiona Bethea is a Health Scientist on the Bleeding Disorders Team in the Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch of the Division of Blood Disorders (DBD), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). She joined DBD in 2009 and served as the project coordinator and technical advisor for a study of hemophilia inhibitors, a serious treatment complication. Since 2016, she has worked with community partners to develop evidence-based health promotion and education programs to reduce and prevent complications of bleeding disorders. She also collaborates in the monitoring and evaluation of the Community Counts bleeding disorders surveillance program. Dr. Bethea has been privileged to serve this community and contribute to the scientific evidence base to help prevent and reduce complications of bleeding disorders. She received her PhD in Epidemiology at Georgia State University. She also has a BS in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology and an MPH in Global Health, Community Health and Development from Emory University.

Jhon Velasco is the Manager of Education and Training at National Hemophilia foundation, where he focuses on women with bleeding disorders, the Spanish speaking community and mental health. He earned his Masters in Health Education from Columbia University, where he focused on health education focusing on marginalized communities. A consistent theme in his career has been the development, implementation and analysis of new and existing public health projects for a variety of international communities, specifically undeserved populations. A common theme among these projects is his commitment to working with individuals and groups to improve their lives through education, mentorship and empowerment. Jhon is also a certified yoga and meditation instructor, having practiced throughout the Americas, Europe and South East Asia.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on May 4th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Dr. Bethea's background and what drew her to the study of bleeding disorders

  • Jhon’s background and what drew him to the study of bleeding disorders

  • What are bleeding disorders

  • How a woman would detect she had a blood disorder in terms of her menstrual cycle

  • Signs or symptoms of bleeding disorders

  • Signs that a woman has a bleeding disorder over other health related causes

  • Types of screenings that would take place to rule out bleeding disorders

  • Importance of tracking your menstrual cycle in determining if you have a bleeding disorder

  • Steps to follow if you are trying to differentiate a bleeding disorder versus a heavy menstrual cycle

  • What is Von Willebrand disease, the different types and how it can affect the menstrual cycle

  • What is Hemophilia and the most common symptoms

  • What is a joint bleed
  • The most common bleeding disorders

  • Treatment for women after being diagnosed with a bleeding disorder

  • Bleeding disorders are heriditary
Connect with Dr. Bethea & Jhon:

You can connect with Dr. Bethea on LinkedIn and John on LinkedIn.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 355 | Postpartum Vaginal Steaming | Raquel Lemus

Raquel Lemus is a Licensed Midwife based in Los Angeles who has worked with families since she was 16 yrs old and has been a birthworker and uterine health specialist since 2012. Raquel serves the LA community as a Full Spectrum Midwife, Peristeam Hydrotherapist, Placenta Specialist, Yoga Instructor, and Educator. It is her goal to connect people back to the known wisdom and intelligence of their uterus in order help them experience more joy and alignment with their life purpose!

In today’s episode we talk about postpartum vaginal steaming and the impact it can have during the first 6 weeks postpartum and beyond.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Raquel’s background and what drew her into midwifery

  • Raquel’s philosophy around birth

  • What is vaginal steaming and what is the history of it

  • Postpartum steaming is the most commonly used around the world

  • What Raquel’s experience as a midwife has been like after introducing steaming into the postpartum practice

  • Benefits of steaming postpartum

  • How vaginal steaming helps with the physical transition after having a baby

  • How one would steam, what it entails and what it’s like for a beginner

  • What to expect when steaming for your first time

  • How steaming postpartum helps heal and recover quicker

Connect with Raquel:

You can connect with Raquel on Facebook, Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 354 | Coming Off The Pill With PCOS | Kate Kordsmeier

Kate Kordsmeier is a writer, educator, and creative entrepreneur. After almost a decade as a freelance journalist, Kate founded Root + Revel, a holistic wellness blog with a focus on mind-body-soul health. Once the blog blossomed into a 6-figure business, she started the The Six-Figure Blog Academy, a digital course dedicated to helping others start their own profitable businesses. Kate is also the host of the Success with Soul Podcast. Her mission is to empower women to create a profitable, purpose-filled online business and build a life of freedom and flexibility, without selling their soul.

Today Kate shares her story about overcoming post-pill PCOS. An episode you won’t want to miss!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Kate’s menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptives history
  • What inspired Kate to start her holistic wellness blog, Root + Revel
  • Kate’s journey coming off of the pill and normalizing her menstrual cycle
  • Challenges with hormonal contraceptives
  • Kate’s experience with her healthcare providers and her diagnosis with PCOS
  • How the pill can relate to gut issues
  • Why healthcare providers always lean on the pill as the cure
  • Kate’s experience with the IUD
  • How Kate heeled her body naturally
  • Kate’s symptoms after getting off the pill that concerned her she had PCOS
  • Kate’s experience and how long it took her to normalize her period
  • How the pill masks female health and cycle issues
  • Kate's life after her menstrual cycle normalized
Connect with Kate:

You can connect with Kate on Facebook, Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 353 | Myths & Facts About Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Dani Sheriff

Dani Sheriff is an Australian-Born, Austin based digital illustrator, YouTuber and podcaster. She is the host of The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast and founder of The HA Society – a podcast and online community for women who care about getting their periods. Her mission is to free up mental space for people who are caught up in the diet-hard mindset so that they can do their life's greatest work.

In today’s episode we talk about some of the most common myths about HA (i.e. that it can only happen to women who are really skinny) and much more!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Dani’s period history and birth control use
  • Dani’s personal diagnosis and experience with HA
  • Dani’s experience with telling her doctors about her missed periods
  • The effects of HA on ovulation and progesterone
  • Differences between women with PCOS and HA
  • Dani’s discovery between weight and HA
  • How all women’s bodies differ when it comes to weight loss and the effect on their menstrual cycle
  • The quality of food is more important than the amount of calories you consume
  • How the emotional component of HA is harder to correct than the diet
  • Advice for women who have extreme distortion of their body image
Connect with Dani:

You can connect with Dani on Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 352 | Decoding the Male Influencer Space | Intermittent Fasting, Fad Diets & Your Menstrual Cycle | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Women are not small men! Today I dive into the important topic: Decoding the MALE health influencer space! From intermittent fasting to magical “diets,” I’m diving into the controversy and sharing why your menstrual cycle should be your guide to navigating what’s right for YOU! I also get into why, from a professional standpoint, the menstrual cycle can be an integral part of helping your clients navigate this space.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Lisa for decoding the male influencer space

  • How men and women are different in their hormonal profiles

  • How we use the menstrual cycle as the great equalizer

  • Diet trends in today’s world and how they differ for men and women

  • What is intermittent fasting

  • How intermittent fasting can disrupt the menstrual cycle

  • What works best for women of reproductive age who want their cycles and hormones balanced

  • Signs that Intermittent Fasting may not be best for your body

  • Lisa’s belief there isn’t one type of diet for everyone for every point of their life

  • What women of reproductive age need may be different than the male influencer in the health space you are following

  • How looking at your chart will show if the diet you are following is working for you or not

  • How supplements are like diets and that no supplement will be made for every individual

  • How the cycle and charting over time can be useful from a practitioner perspective

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 351 | Using The Menstrual Cycle As A Vital Sign | Nora Pope

Nora Pope is a Fertility Awareness advocate and looks forward to the day when all women attain fertility literacy and know when they are fertile. In 2020, Nora Pope co-founded Fertility Continuing Education, an organization that creates accredited post-graduate courses in the fields of fertility awareness, restorative fertility treatment and perinatal care for healthcare professionals.

Her publications include naturopathic treatments for epilepsy (Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Epilepsy), neurology, perinatal care, how to collaborate with other health care professionals, and cycle charting for several Naturopathic (“Day 21 No More: how to chart your cycle for the properly timed use of Progesterone HRT”, NDNR) and Midwifery publications Midwifery Today.)

She is a popular public speaker and, since 2003, Nora has been educating physicians, midwives, pharmacists, and health experts on the scientific use of natural medicines. At professional healthcare conferences, she has presented on drug-herb interactions, epilepsy, pregnancy, bio-identical progesterone HRT and fertility cycle charting.

And in today’s episode we talk about using the menstrual cycle as a vital sign for medical testing and much more!

If you’re wanting to learn even more, join us on Wednesday February 17th for a LIVE class all about incorporating fertility awareness into your professional practice! Follow this link to register today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What Nora is doing now in her career and what brought her to focus on combining charting with clinical practice

  • Challenges on teaching charting and fertility awareness for a medical professional

  • Nora’s charting and fertility awareness training experience and the benefits

  • How the additional part of Nora’s training changed her medical practice

  • How does charting help to identify progesterone issues or hormonal imbalances

  • Suggestions on how to get your progesterone levels back to normal

  • Ways to support the body to produce healthier follicles using the naturopathic approach

  • Different phases of the menstrual cycle using the acupuncture method

  • How epilepsy is related to the cycle

  • Importance of charting with a certified charting specialist

  • Importance of normal levels of progesterone
Connect with Nora:

You can connect with Nora on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 350 | Incorporating Fertility Awareness Into Your Professional Practice | Common Challenges | Lisa | Fertility Friday

If you’re a women’s health professional and you’ve ever wondered how to incorporate fertility awareness into your practice, you’ll love today’s episode! Discover the most common challenges and misconceptions about adding fertility awareness charting support to your professional practice.

If you’re wanting to learn even more, join us on Wednesday February 17th for a LIVE class all about incorporating fertility awareness into your professional practice! Follow this link to register today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Challenges involved in incorporating Fertility Awareness Charting to your existing practice

  • There are very few programs designed for professionals to become knowledgeable on FAM charting

  • The time commitment to learning a new area of expertise

  • How healthcare professionals overestimate their ability to teach their clients in their practice

  • The amount of different charting methodologies, apps, resources and practices

  • The myth that there is only one Fertility Awareness Method

  • How having multiple ways to chart is a challenge for health care providers to interpret women’s cycles

  • Cervical mucus is one of the most challenging signs

  • Standardizing how women take their Basil Body temperature

  • How taking a person’s chart out of context can lead to jumping to conclusions

  • How important it is in understanding the Fifth Vital Sign

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 349 | Overcoming Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Samantha Kellgren

Samantha is an exercise and mindset coach, helping women take control of their fertility through the mind body connection so they can level up their life.

After being diagnosed with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, finding out it’s possible to be too fit to get pregnant, and undergoing IVF to have their son, Samantha made drastic changes to her unhealthy relationship with exercise and healthy eating. She now helps other women through the major mindset shifts it takes to stop overexercising and under-eating so they can regain their cycles and get pregnant without going crazy!

In today’s episode, Samantha shares her experience with HA, how she overcame it, and some of the specific challenges women face when dealing with HA.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Samantha’s personal experience with HA and what led her to focus on this specific area of women’s health

  • Three main characteristics of HA

  • Samantha’s menstrual cycle history when she was on the pill

  • Challenges that women with HA are facing in our medical system

  • Samantha’s experience with her medical doctors and how she was diagnosed with HA

  • The correlation between eating disorders, body image and HA

  • Samantha’s suggestions and advice for women who are going thru the transition period

  • The power of your mind set and its importance to change

  • The word perfect and how it effects on how people measure themselves against the word perfect

  • The effects of HA on your body and how your body has to adapt

  • Samantha’s advice on how to change your mind set on the actual number you weight

  • How do you divorce yourself from your hunger cues

Connect with Samantha Kellgren:

You can connect Samantha on her Facebook, Instagram, Email and website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 348 | Self Care Down There | Taq Bhandal

Taq, ਤਕਦੀਰ ਕੌਰ Taqdir Kaur Bhandal, is the CEO of @imwithperiods. She runs her small business & think tank and spends her days doing research and teaching at the University of BC. She also gets to nerd out with fellow scholars as a member of the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research. When she’s not engaging in period research & writing of some kind, she spends her days trying to follow the rays of the sun with her dog. She’s trained as a human developmental biologist, health policy analyst, and herbalist. She is now physically based in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Mi’kmaw Territories after spending many years living in Vancouver. She is passionate about nachos & nach (dance)!

In today’s episode, we talk all about self care, and why it’s essential to maintaining healthy menstrual cycles!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program! We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Taq’s background and what prompted her to write Self Care Down There
  • Inspired her to focus on this area of female self-care
  • What is the overarching message of the book?
  • How did FAM effect Taq’s understanding of self-care and how it changed Taq’s way of taking care of herself?
  • How being aware of emotional and energetic changes in your body can help cope with the shifts that happen in your cycle
  • What are things we can do and useful information in the book that we may not know
  • Taq’s thoughts on how to overcome challenges that come from outside influences
  • How pop culture has affected how sex is portrayed and how we relate to each other sexually
  • Taq and Lisa’s thoughts on sexual abuse and consent
Connect with Taqdir Kaur Bhandal :

You can connect Taq on her Facebook, Instagram, Email and website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 347 | Raw Milk & Fertility | Mark McAfee

Mark is the founder and CEO of Organic Pastures Dairy Company, a leading California and national brand of truly raw dairy products including milk, butter, cream, kefir, truly raw cheddar cheeses. Founder and chairman of Raw Milk Institute and is an internationally recognized speaker and expert with an emphasis on Raw Milk production standards, gut biome, milk genomics, nutritional benefits, food safety and the medical benefits of raw unprocessed milk and products.

Mark is deeply involved with raw milk food safety research and is associated with the International Milk Genomics Consortium at UC Davis. Since 2018, two peer reviewed research papers now identify the Raw Milk Institute standards, training and testing protocols as causing “The RAWMI EFFECT”. Since 2014, in the USA there has been a 357% increase in raw milk consumption with a decrease of 74% for reported illness associated with raw milk. This positive effect has been associated with the advances in testing technology and the standards and training developed by RAWMI and its PhD board of directors. Thousands of farmers have received RAWMI training on how to produce raw milk for human consumption verses standards for pasteurization.

In today’s episode, we talk all about raw milk, and why it may be worth considering if you’ve had issues with regular, conventional, processed milk products.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How and why raw milk became the center of Mark’s career
  • Why someone would consume milk that is not pasteurized
  • Why pasteurized milk is so allergenic
  • The reason raw milk is illegal or not regulated in certain countries
  • The two different standards for raw milk
  • When most bacteria in milk happens and what the levels typically are from a healthy cow
  • Why pasteurized milk is not good for your gut
  • How a whole food diet supports fertility
  • Why raw milk is so beneficial to your health
  • Three things that will quickly drop inflammation
  • Reasons raw milk is so beneficial for breastfeeding mothers
Connect with Mark MacAfee :

You can connect with Mark on his Facebook, Instagram, Email and website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 346 | Vulvodynia and The Pill | Lisa & Annie

In today’s on-air client session, my client Annie shares her experience with vulvodynia, the challenges she encountered getting a proper diagnosis, and how she discovered the link between her symptoms and hormonal birth control.

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The link between Vulvodynia and hormonal birth control

  • The history of Annie’s menstrual cycle and her use of the birth control pill

  • What lead Annie to choose fertility awareness

  • Annie’s symptoms after she made the switch from the pill to an IUD

  • Annie’s misdiagnosis of a vaginal infection

  • Annie’s experience with a pelvic floor therapist

  • Doctors recommendations for Annie’s pain and discomfort

  • How side effects from using a hormonal birth control may not be immediate

  • The importance of reevaluating your birth control in the different phases in your life

Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts: Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 345 | Understanding Your Fifth Vital Sign | Lisa & Grace

In today’s on-air client session, my client Grace shares her experience navigating cycle challenges while learning to use fertility awareness for birth control. Discover the lessons she learns from paying attention to her cycles!

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Grace’s menstrual cycle history

  • How Grace managed her fertility and what lead her to incorporate fertility awareness

  • Grace’s thoughts on learning the Fertility Awareness Method

  • The learning process of Fertility Awareness

  • How women’s knowledge of the Fertility Awareness Method differ

  • The importance of knowledge when making the switch to fertility awareness

  • How Grace feels that the fertility awareness allows her to heal herself

  • Possible causes of excess mucus

  • The importance of ruling one problem out at a time to get to the root of the problem

  • How stress can impact your menstrual cycle and temperatures
Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 344 | Your Partner’s Perspective on Fertility Awareness Charting | Celebrating 6 Years of Fertility Friday! | Lisa & John

Today I share a rare interview with my husband John, who shares his perspective on fertility awareness cycle charting. You’ll get a peak “behind the curtains,” if you will on what it’s really like for a couple to use fertility awareness for birth control. This episode gives many insights from the male perspective, and will help you when you’re ready to have these types of conversations with your partner!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What it was like for John when Lisa shared that she used the Fertility Awareness Charting method when they first started dating

  • The importance of trust in a relationship when charting

  • How men initially react to learning about charting

  • Lisa’s suggestions on approaching and discussing Fertility Awareness Charting with your partner

  • John’s advice to women when approaching their partner about the charting method

  • The conversation and communication needs to be transparent and open between partners when agreeing to the charting method

  • John’s advice to women whose partner are not on board with charting

  • How partners differ on their involvement in the charting method

  • The difference and similarities between the male and female feelings when charting for the first time

Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 343 | Advocating for the Support You Need | Lisa & Anna

In today’s on-air client session, my client Anna shares her experience seeking support within the medical system, and many of the challenges she’s had with medical professionals. Tune in to discover how she advocated for herself to get the care she needed.

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Anna’s menstrual cycle history and experience

  • How Anna managed her fertility and what brought her to Fertility Awareness Charting

  • Anna’s previous health issues

  • Challenges Anna had choosing a provider to support her

  • How Anna advocated for her own health to health care providers

  • The importance of finding a health care provider that is compatible with the approach you have

Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 342 | Postpartum Cycle Charting | When Will My Period Come Back? | Lisa & Liana

In today’s on-air client session, my client Liana shares her experience learning fertility awareness postpartum. Discover what factors affect how soon you’ll start ovulating again after you’ve had your baby, and how to chart during the transitional period.

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Liana’s fertility awareness journey

  • Liana’s menstrual cycle history

  • Liana’s pregnancy experience

  • Why Liana did not go back on the pill after her daughter’s birth

  • How Liana learned about FAM

  • Liana’s period history postpartum

  • The importance of choosing a practitioner that fits you

  • The Link between breastfeeding and your menstrual cycle

  • When women should speak with their doctor postpartum if they don’t get their menstrual cycle back

Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 341 | Copper IUD Benefits & Side Effects | Pill Reality Series | Lisa and Frances

In today’s special Pill Reality Series episode, my guest Frances shares her experience with the copper IUD. Many women turn to the copper IUD since it is one of the few non-hormonal options available, but the same question remains: are most women informed of the risks?

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/pillreality to listen to the other episodes in the Pill Reality series!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Frances’ menstrual cycle history and how she managed her fertility

  • How the pill effected Frances libido

  • Why Frances switched to the Copper IUD

  • What was the process of inserting the Copper IUD for Frances

  • Frances’ side effect immediately following after getting the Copper IUD inserted

  • How the IUD effected Frances hormones

  • Side effects of the IUD during the 5 years she had the IUD

  • How Frances' period changed after receiving the Copper IUD

  • At what point did Frances decide to remove the IUD

  • How Frances' period changed once she removed the IUD

  • How the Copper IUD effected Frances mental health

  • Knowing what Frances knows now, how she would approach the Copper IUD today

  • Benefits of the Copper IUD
Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 340 | 4 Steps To Learning Fertility Awareness | Post-Pill Charting | Postpartum Charting

Today’s episode is all about fertility awareness, and the 4 basic steps to follow when you’re learning to chart your cycles! Tune in to find out what to watch out for when coming off the pill or charting postpartum as you learn the ropes.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How to discover the Fertility Awareness Method

  • Four Steps involved in learning Fertility Awareness

  • Specific things to know and watch out for if you’re coming off the pill or post-partum

  • What is Fertility Awareness?

  • What is the menstrual cycle?

  • The three main fertile signs

  • What the Post Pill transition looks like

  • Challenges you will see when coming off the pill

  • Differences in Postpartum Charting

Connect with Lisa :

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 339 | Autoimmune issues and Infertility | Aimee Raupp MS, LAc

Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & fertility expert, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, and Body Belief.

Aimee works virtually with clients all over the world, as well she is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York and Connecticut. Aimee holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Rutgers University.

She is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Beauty line of hand-crafted, organic skincare products that are optimized for hormone harmony. Aimee is also the Head of Chinese Medicine at The Well in NYC and is a frequent speaker at women’s health & wellness conferences across the nation.

In today’s episode we talk about autoimmunity and the negative impact it can have on fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Aimee came to writing her most recent book Body Belief

  • Aimee’s career background and what brought her to research autoimmune diseases and fertility

  • What is autoimmunity and what its related to

  • Connection between endometriosis and autoimmunity

  • Connection between PCOS, Diabetes, Crohn’s, Premature Ovarian Failure and autoimmunity

  • The correlation between diabetes and level of toxicity in your body and how it relates to autoimmunity

  • How autoimmunity links to fertility

  • Aimee’s suggestion to support optimal immune functioning

  • Inflammation and its impact on your egg quality

  • Aimee’s thoughts on the thyroid and the autoimmune component

  • Different paradigms on healthcare

Connect with Aimee Raupp:

You can connect with Aimee on Facebook, Instagram and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 338 | Lost Period? Get Your Period and Health Back on Track | Laura Schoenfeld

Laura Schoenfeld is a Registered Dietitian (RD), women’s health expert, and business coach for integrative and functional dietitians and nutritionists. Her mission is to educate women on how to nourish their bodies, minds, and spirits and help nutrition professionals grow and scale a successful business.

A specialist trained in functional medical nutrition therapy, she has helped hundreds of women optimize their hormone and gut health while allowing for flexibility in their diet and lifestyle choices. Drawing on her background as a teaching assistant and mentor for the Kresser Institute’s ADAPT functional practitioner program, Laura has coached dozens of dietitians and nutritionists on how to grow their businesses for financial success.

In today’s episode we talk all about hypothalamic amenorrhea, and how to overcome the mindset challenges to successfully recover healthy eating patterns and a healthy cycle!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Laura into the field of hormonal health and how she pivoted into her current work
  • Laura’s belief on where the females desire to be perfect comes from
  • How the vision of being perfect leads to hormonal and menstrual issues
  • How womens self identities form when it comes to diet and exercise
  • Why women focus on their identity
  • What it means when your identity is connected to the diet or exercise you follow
  • Why women tend to struggle to recover from hypothalamic amenorrhea
  • Why its important for women to not focus on their body not being the most important thing
  • What are the causes of hypothalamic amenorrhea
  • Factors that influence a missing or irregular period
Connect with Laura Schoenfeld:

You can connect with Laura on Facebook, Instagram and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 337 | Overcoming Period Taboos | Ila Mostafa

Today’s episode is focused on period taboos, and how menstruation is managed cross culturally. My guest Ila Mostafa published the paper The Real Period Stain: Menstrual Stigma and Its Pressures in South Asia based on a combination of her research and personal experience in this area. If you’ve ever wondered about menstrual taboos and/or stigma in different cultures, you’ll definitely appreciate this episode.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Ila to studying menstrual stigmas

  • Ila’s personal experience with menstruation and how it differed

  • How Ila defines menstrual stigma and what impact it has on our lives

  • How different religions view women’s menstruation

  • How menstrual stigmas effect women’s lives

  • How Ila reconciles the public’s view points on menstruation and how it relates to her personal experience

  • Women feel menstrual stigmas in different ways

  • What are the different menstrual stigmas?

  • What it looks like for women who do not have access to feminine hygiene products

  • Ila’s advice on how can we make this better for everyone who have a period based on Ila’s research, interviews and experience.

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 336 | Your Doctor’s Perspective on the Fertility Awareness Method | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today’s episode is all about understanding why your healthcare provider may not be supportive when you choose the fertility awareness method! Discover what doctors are taught about fertility awareness in medical school, and why they’re much more likely to steer you towards hormonal contraceptive methods!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Doctors are discouraging of the Fertility Awareness Method

  • What Doctors are taught about Fertility Awareness in medical school

  • How doctors are trained about contraceptive methods

  • Doctors are not taught about Fertility Awareness Method as a legitimate option

  • Most Doctors do not have the knowledge of modern fertility awareness-based methods

  • Doctors may not have the resources to defer their patients to non-hormonal methods

  • Not only medical doctors discourage modern fertility awareness-based methods

  • We do not need our doctors permission to use fertility awareness

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 335 | Syncing Your Exercise Routine With Your Menstrual Cycle | Jenni Hulburt

Jenni Hulburt, founder of WILD Wellness, is a holistic fitness specialist and natural health advocate who helps women live and sweat in sync with nature. She has a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Exercise Science and Sport Psychology, and is a top-ranked Wellness Advocate with doTERRA essential oils. The WILD Wellness podcast, programs, and products are for women mindfully exploring holistic health and seeking to embody what nature has always modelled — it’s not a sprint, but a cycle.

Today we talk about syncing your exercise routine with your menstrual cycle for optimal performance (and sanity!).

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How to optimize your exercise routine and how to sync it with your cycle

  • How Jenni got into her field of study and the focus on the menstrual cycle and how it related to fitness

  • Women’s biggest mistakes in training is following the linear pattern that was made for male hormones versus women’s

  • Why it’s okay for women to do a less intense workout during your cycle

  • What should women be doing for physical fitness and strength training during our cycles

  • How can exercise help women feel better during their cycle

  • Women have the cyclical nature and we have the choice to work with it or against it

  • How different hormonal changes can affect how your muscles respond

  • The difference of cyclical and linear nature when it comes to fitness and your cycle

  • Jenni’s input on weight loss

Connect with Jenni Hulbert:

You can connect with Jenni on Facebook and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 334 | In The FLO | Alisa Vitti

Alisa Vitti is a women’s hormone and functional nutrition expert and pioneer in female biohacking. She is the best selling author of WomanCode, and her new book, In the FLO. She is the creator of the Cycle Syncing Method™— a female centric diet and lifestyle program that leverages hormonal patterns for optimal health, fitness and productivity. As the founder of FLOLiving.com, she has built the world’s first menstrual healthcare platform that helps women around the world put their period issues like PCOS, Fibroids, Endometriosis, and PMS into remission naturally using her highly effective FLO Protocol and the FLO Balance Supplements.

Finally, Alisa is also the creator the MyFLO period app—the first and only functional medicine period tracker designed to help users eliminate symptoms and schedule their lives according to their cycles. It is consistently ranked in the top 10 of paid apps in the health and fitness category on iTunes.

Today we talk about living “In the FLO” with your menstrual cycles and how it can help you in all areas of your life!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Alisa into the work of women’s menstrual cycles and hormones

  • Alisa’s personal period history and PCOS diagnosis

  • Alisa’s disappointment in the description of the male reproductive system versus the female

  • What are the most common myths of the menstrual cycle

  • Why women should be celebrating our periods versus hating them

  • What is infradium rhythm

  • How health, diet and workout regimes effect the female body and cycle

  • The belief that listening to your body closely is really just living your life in tune with your body

  • What is the Cycle Syncing Method

  • The importance of women having an orgasm during sex

Connect with Alisa Vitti:

You can connect with Alisa on Facebook , Instagram and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 333 | The Wisdom of Menopause | Empowerment During Perimenopause and Beyond | Alexandra Pope

Alexandra is co-founder of Red School, and co-author of Wild Power: discover the magic of the menstrual cycle and awaken the feminine path to power.

Together with her colleague and co-author, Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer, she is pioneering the new emerging field of menstruality, creating a new lexicon and approach to women’s health and wellbeing; creativity and leadership; and spiritual life based on the power of our menstruality consciousness.

She brings over 35 years of experience, teaching worldwide on the psycho-spiritual process of maturation that unfolds from menarche to menopause and beyond. And is committed to training the menstruality leaders of the future.

Today we have a much needed conversation about menopause. Should you be afraid of it? Will it be awful? Tune in and find out!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How menopause is viewed in our culture

  • Alexandra’s advice to women on how to tune into their bodies if they are starting later in life

  • Alexandra’s perspective on the term menopause and the winding down period before menopause

  • What are normal changes in the female body during and after menopause

  • How the energetic perspective and power in women changes

  • Why women should not fear menopause and why it’s a stage for women to look forward to

  • Alexandra’s hope that women empower themselves during menopause

  • Why women should trust their body and the transition into menopause

  • What can young women do to prepare their body for menopause

Connect with Alexandra Pope:

You can connect with Alexandra on Facebook and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 332 | Using Fertility Awareness Postpartum | Natural Birth Control For Child Spacing | Lisa & Kim

THE FEAR IS REAL! My client Kim and I take a deep dive into using fertility awareness for birth control. Specifically about overcoming the fear of trusting this method during the initial learning process. You’ll love this episode whether you’re already using the method, or considering using it in the near future.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on October 6th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Kim’s menstruation experience and what brought her to Fertility Awareness
  • How Kim managed her fertility
  • Kim’s feelings post ovulation to have unprotected sex due to FAM
  • Pre-ovulation is the only part of your cycle where pregnancy is possible
  • Kim’s advice on taking the time to learn and learn the basics of Fertility Awareness
  • Difference between planning pre-ovulatory and post-ovulatory intercourse
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 331 | Overcoming Period Pain | Transitioning From Birth Control To Fertility Awareness | Lisa & Laura

Join us for a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series! In my on-air call with Laura, we take a deep dive into period pain, what causes it, and what you can do to reduce and (eventually) eliminate your pain.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on October 6th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Laura’s menstrual cycle history

  • Laura’s personal experience with birth control

  • The myth about how birth control preserves your eggs

  • How Laura deals with her intense period pain

  • How the introduction of magnesium could assist with period pain

  • First steps at trying to eliminate period pain

  • How Arvigo Therapists and pelvic massages can help reduce period pain

  • How inflammation relates to period pain

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 330 | Non-Hormonal Birth Control Methods | Managing The Fertile Window | Fertility Awareness Method | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today’s episode is all about NON-HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL OPTIONS! We’re unfortunately at the point where many women don’t even consider the possibility that non-hormonal birth control — but there are several non-hormonal options that can be highly effectie when used correctly! Today's episode outlines correct (perfect!) use of non-hormonal methods, as well as the benefits of combining methods to improve overall efficacy.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on October 6th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The typical success rate of non-hormonal birth control methods versus hormonal methods
  • How Fertility Awareness is as effective as you are
  • Why it’s so important to take the time to fully learn a form of fertility awareness for it to be successful
  • The various types of Fertility Awareness and how to figure out which one is right for you
  • The importance of truly understanding how your cycle works when using fertility awareness
  • How fertility awareness based methods are so beneficial for overall health monitoring
  • Why you have to be fully committed when using a fertility awareness based method
  • How to use condoms correctly
  • Important reminders when using a diaphragm or cervical cap
  • The efficacy rate of the withdrawal method and how to use it
  • How to use non-hormonal birth control with a fertility awareness method
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 329 | The Fear Is Real | The Truth About Transitioning To Fertility Awareness | Emma & Lisa

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality series! Emma and I breakdown the process of overcoming the very real fear of pregnancy when transitioning to using the fertility awareness method!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on October 6th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Fear around having sex when not on hormonal birth control

  • How Emma managed her fertility prior to discovering Fertility Awareness

  • Emma’s period history, hormonal contraceptive and what lead her to Fertility Awareness charting

  • How discovering Fertility Awareness would have changed Emma’s relationship with her partner

  • Reasons why Emma didn’t go on hormonal birth control

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 328 | Mould, Parasites, Hidden Infections, & Hidden Pathogens | Unexpected Barriers to Fertility | Dr. Jessica Peatross

Dr. Jess (Dr. Jessica Peatross) is a western trained medical doctor who began her journey into healing in 2009 when she graduated from the University of Louisville internal medicine residency program and began practicing as a hospitalist. She worked in hospitals for 6 years before she felt that patients deserved more than a pill for every ill. So she decided to train in functional medicine with Gerson therapy, ozone, herbalism and regenerative health.

Dr Jess is a well known herbal formulator, lecturer, and praised health educator. She is passionate about teaching people how to be their own best doctor by educating themselves and urging them to listen to their bodies.

In today’s episode, we dive into the world of hidden infections, parasites, and pathogens. Discover the unexpected health issues that could be causing fertility challenges!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on October 6th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What drew Dr. Peatross to medicine and prompted her to shift her focus on medicine

  • Why Dr. Peatross describes residency as hazing

  • How some of these hidden illnesses can present themselves and how they can be missed by our traditional medical system

  • Where would someone get mould exposure and how to detect it in your body

  • What are the common symptoms of mould and how it can affect your health

  • Is there anything that a person can do to minimize the effect of mould

  • How to determine if your house is safe of mould

  • How individuals think they are immune from hidden pathogens, viruses and infections

  • Why some people get sick and some people do not when exposed to the same thing

  • How underlying infections and parasites can reap havoc on our health

  • How grinding teeth and a full moon are related to parasites

  • Where do parasites come from, what are the key signs of having a parasite and what are the treatments

  • How did Dr. Peatross develop the knowledge in these health related issues and how does one look for a Dr. who specializes in these issues

Connect with Dr. Jessica Peatross:

You can connect with Dr. Jessica on Facebook, Instagram, and on her Website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 327 | Junior High Sex Education Gone Wrong | The Pill & Multiple Sclerosis | Pill Reality Series | Shannon & Lisa

Today I share a new episode in my Pill Reality Series. Discover how Shannon’s junior high sex-education turned out to be an epic fail, and how she ultimately switched from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness to help her manage her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The history of Shannon’s menstrual cycle and hormonal birth control

  • Shannon’s experience with High School sex education class

  • How sex education classes teach are focused on fear and guilt

  • Differences in how sex education is taught to adolescents

  • How Shannon’s lack of sex education filtered into her choices of preventing pregnancy and birth control

  • How birth control can affect your relationship

  • Shannon’s diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis and the cognitive changes

  • Shannon’s experience and side effects with the IUD

  • Why Shannon made the switch from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness
  • How Multiple Sclerosis forced Shannon to look at her health, body and symptoms
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her Website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 326 | Chinese Medicine & Your Menstrual Cycle | Michelle Oravitz L.Ac

Michelle Oravitz L.Ac, FABORM is an acupuncturist, ayurvedic practitioner, and certified hypnotherapist specializing in fertility health. Michelle was inspired to change her career from architecture to acupuncture after having her own reproductive imbalances resolved by her acupuncturist. Her method of treatment encompasses not only herbs and acupuncture, but also incorporates diet, supplements, essential oils, and most importantly the mind and how it influences conception. She helps women and couples both online and in person, and is the host of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast.

In today’s episode Michelle shares how the phases of the menstrual cycle are broken down in Chinese Medicine, and why your period has always been considered a vital sign in Eastern Medicine.

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course. The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here to join now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Michelle switched careers

  • How Chinese Medicine looks at the menstrual cycle

  • How Chinese Medicine compares to Western Medicine

  • What Michelle looks for in a woman’s menstrual cycle

  • Michelle’s suggestions to support women’s liver health

  • Michelle’s recommendations for women with heavy bleeding

  • How specific diets are not suitable for every woman and how they affect the menstrual cycle

  • Rule of acupuncture and addressing pain in reference to cramping

Connect with Michelle Oravitz:

You can connect with Michelle Oravitz on her Website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 325 | Fertility Challenges for Gender & Sexual Minorities | Conceiving Outside of the Heteronormative Paradigm | LGBTQAI | Deborah Bagg

Originally from South Africa, Deborah graduated from Naropa University with a Masters in Somatic Psychotherapy in 2005. She is a licensed clinical mental health counsellor. Her therapy practice is a multidisciplinary approach to health and wellness, using flower essences and somatic awareness in supporting each client’s unique process. She is a doula, a women’s wisdom circle leader, online educator and yoga teacher. She and her wife own Juniper, a yoga and healing arts center in Brooklyn. She co-owns Spirit Shop, a store specializing in women's menstrual, sexual and emotional health. Spirit Shop specializes in Vaginal Steaming, that make custom blends and steam saunas. She is a mama to her nearly 3 year old boy, Skye.

In today’s episode Deborah shares her experience of conceiving within a same-sex relationship. From the challenges of finding a sperm donor, to the process of home insemination, this conversation will open your eyes to the challenges gender & sexual minorities face when building their families.

Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Deborah’s journey getting pregnant in a same-sex marriage

  • Challenges in getting information for gender & sexual minorities

  • The process of getting pregnant when you have a sperm donor

  • Deborah’s experience with at home IUI

  • What options are available to get pregnant for LBGQ couples

  • How much sperm is taken by the sperm donor and the restrictions on ejaculation

  • Do all midwives do at home IUI’s

  • What is the sperm storage process and Deborah's experience with the clinic

  • Challenges that can arise once you have a sperm donor

  • The difference working with a known sperm donor versus a randomly chosen donor

Connect with Deborah Bagg:

You can connect with Deborah Bagg on her Website, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 324 | Overcoming Fertility Challenges | Overcoming Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss & Stillbirth | Christine McAlister

Christine McAlister is an entrepreneur, business coach and the author of the #1 bestseller The Income Replacement Formula: Seven Simple Steps To Doing What You Love And Making Six Figures From Anywhere. An expert on turning tragedy into triumph, she founded her company, Life With Passion, after the full-term stillbirth of her first daughter, Maeve. Christine helps high-achievers all over the world to quit their jobs, replace their incomes, and scale to 6 figures, doing what they are uniquely gifted to do. Christine, her husband and "rainbow babies," live with their 2 rescue dogs, near their Arabian horses, in Louisville, Kentucky.

“No matter what you’ve been through it’s possible to survive and thrive …You get to make your own meaning.”

— Christine McAlister

In today’s episode Christine shares her compelling story of fertility challenges, loss, and how she transformed a terrible situation into a beautiful one. Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation, delving into rarely discussed topics from motherhood to life after miscarriage and stillbirth.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE Postpartum Edition! We start on August 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Christine’s fertility journey
  • How Christine was able to get through her miscarriages, pregnancy loss and stillbirth
  • Christine’s experience delivering a stillbirth baby
  • How Christine found her midwife and how their relationship grew and the importance of their relationship
  • How Christine put fear and her previous trauma behind her and got thru her next two pregnancies
  • The similarity between Christine’s pregnancies
  • How common miscarriage is and why women don’t talk about it openly and more frequently
  • How Christine’s experiences transformed her and would she change her experience
Connect with Christine McAlister:

You can connect with Christine McAlister on her Website, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 322 | Managing Endometriosis Naturally | Banashing Painful Periods | Jessica Drummond

Dr. Jessica Drummond is the CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute and author of Outsmart Endometriosis. She holds licenses in physical therapy and clinical nutrition and is a board certified health coach. She has 20 years of experience working with women with chronic pelvic pain, facilitates educational programs for women’s health professionals in more than 60 countries globally, and leads virtual wellness programs for people with endometriosis. Dr. Drummond lives and works with her husband and daughters between Houston, Texas, and Fairfield, Connecticut.

In today’s episode we delve into endometriosis. What it is, what causes it, and how you can treat it naturally. Discover why period pain, though common, is not considered “normal” — and what you can do to reduce and/or eliminate your pain!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE Postpartum Edition! We start on August 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What lead Jessica to study and delve into Women’s Health and period pain

  • What is endometriosis and the difference between paradigms

  • Period Pain is not always endometriosis

  • Challenges with surgery in response to endometriosis

  • Surgery is not always a requirement for endometriosis

  • Other options for those who are experiencing fertility issues or period pain who don’t want to go straight to surgery

  • Risks of birth control and using it as the cure for period pain

  • What causes endometriosis

Connect with Jessica Drummond:

You can connect with Jessica Drummond on his Website, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition

This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000
BONUS | All About Postpartum Charting | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I’m sharing a special bonus episode all about postpartum charting! This episode is a replay of episode 291 (in case you missed it!) where I shared a whole episode on the most common questions I’ve received about postpartum charting — a topic I’ve had more and more questions about over the years.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE Postpartum Edition! We start on August 12th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today’s episode:
  • Why postpartum charting is so different than charting your normal cycle
  • How cervical mucus is so crucial for postpartum charting
  • How breastfeeding affects the return of your menstrual cycle
  • The role of basal body temperature postpartum
  • Factors to be mindful of when wanting get your period back postpartum to being trying to conceive again
  • When to consult with your doctor if you don’t see signs of your period returning postpartum
  • Benefits of the Tempdrop if you want to monitor your temperature when charting postpartum
  • Why it can be so helpful to work with an instructor when postpartum charting
  • How the Marquette method or other methods of charting may be a better option when you cannot fully rely on your cervical mucus or basal body temperature
  • When you start charting postpartum
  • Why it is so important to understand your mucus pattern and be consistent with charting if you plan to chart postpartum
  • What to expect when your period return

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Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 321 | Improving Sperm Quality | Everything You Need To Know About Male Factor Infertility | Marc Sklar

For more than 18 years, Dr. Marc Sklar (aka The Fertility Expert) has been helping couples struggling to conceive empower their fertility naturally with his online fertility programs and virtual consultations. He’s the creator of FertilityTV, a youtube channel dedicated to natural fertility with over 100,000 subscribers, the founder of the Reproductive Wellness Clinic in San Diego California and the clinical director of MarcSklar.com helping couples via online programs and virtual coaching.

He has extensive experience and expertise in treating and resolving the causes of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with classical Acupuncture and Chinese Medicines. A Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Board Certified Herbalist and Oriental Medicine Practitioner, and President of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), Sklar approaches his patients with an open mind, compassion and a medically integrative perspective.

In today’s episode we delve into male factor infertility! Learn how to interpret your partner’s semen analysis, when you should be asking for one, how to get your partner on board with testing, and so much more!

Join us for an upcoming Masterclass all about Postpartum Cycle Charting on Wednesday July 22nd! Click here to register now! You’ll want to register to gain access to the replay even if you aren’t able to join live!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Shift in the way the public look at Male Factor Infertility but not a shift in mainstream medicine

  • Why the responsibility for infertility issues is typically put on the female versus the male

  • Difference between what the lab results say and what’s optimal for natural conception

  • All men can improve their health and sperm and it may not be in their diet

  • What can the female partner do whether or not their partner has had a sperm an analysis

  • Things that can impair and improve sperm production

  • How to address habit attachments with couples where one partners habits could be affecting fertility

  • What the parameters are like on the female side

  • How the numbers in the tests and labs relate to your health

  • Both males and females need to be open to improving ourselves to assist in fertility
  • How fear forces us into making decisions
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Fri, 17 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 320 | Male Factor Infertility | The Significance of Morphology | Prof. Thinus Kruger

Professor Kruger, the founder of the first IVF clinic in South Africa (Tygerberg Fertility Clinic, Stellenbosch University), is also the proud co-founder and partner of Aevitas Fertility Clinic, established in 2003. Prof Kruger acted as leader of the team at Tygerberg Fertility Clinic, which lead to

  • The first test tube baby in South Africa (1984);
  • The first frozen embryo pregnancy in South Africa, (1988);
  • The first baby born from ICSI (intra cytoplasmic sperm injection) in South Africa (1995)
  • Standardisation of international sperm morphology guidelines, by the World Health Organisation (WHO), from research conducted by the team.

From a personal and clinical perspective, Professor Kruger believes in a holistic approach towards infertility and always tries to assist his patients by solving problems in the simplest and most cost effect way possible.

In today’s episode we talk about male factor infertility, and the important role sperm morphology plays in natural conception.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Professor Kruger to focus on fertility challenges and more specifically, challenges in sperm morphology

  • Professor Kruger’s analyzation of sperm and that certain sperm shapes have a connection with pregnancy rates

  • What is morphology?

  • If morphology effects fertilization?

  • What the impact of male infertility can have on a couple trying to conceive naturally

  • What a female should know about morphology

  • What are things men can focus on when they are identified to have low morphology

  • The time frame a couple can expect it to take for the changes to take effect

  • Professor Kruger’s perspective on the decline in male sperm count and quality

  • Whether there is a link between morphology and quality of the sperm in terms of integrity of the DNA.

  • There are practical things to improve the quality of the males sperm if problems are detected in the males sperm

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 10 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 319 | Her Period Saved Her Life | The Fifth Vital Sign | Fertility Awareness For Birth Control | Lisa & Michelle

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series. Tune into my conversation with Michelle to learn more about how she is using fertility awareness for birth control, and how she is managing/overcoming her painful periods.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on July 7th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Michelle’s period history

  • What led Michelle to choose Fertility Awareness Method

  • How Michelle's menstrual cycle was a clear indicator that she had a serious health problem

  • Michelle’s diagnosis of Leukemia forced her off the pill

  • How her period saved her life and the reproductive symptoms were what got her to the doctor

  • What it was like to get her period at such a young age

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 03 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 318 | Overcoming Period Pain + Natural Birth Control | Lisa & Lauren

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series. Tune into my conversation with Lauren to learn more about how she is using fertility awareness for birth control, and how she is managing/overcoming her painful periods.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! We start on July 7th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Lauren’s menstrual cycle and period pain history
  • What led Lauren to the Fertility Awareness Method
  • Lauren’s experience birth control and why she discontinued using birth control
  • Lauren's thyroid issue and how her diet changed after her diagnosis
  • Health related problems Lauren developed that she believes Birth Control was a contributing factor to
  • How stress, sleep and diet can be a factor in Lauren’s temperature and mucus levels
  • Lauren’s gut health is affecting her hormones levels
  • When Lauren’s period pain began and what she uses to relive the pain
  • Period pain is related to inflammatory markers
  • Lisa’s remedies to cure period pain and how to reduce inflammation
  • How your diet can effect inflammation and what key nutrients to take
Connect with Lisa:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 26 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 317 | Vaginal Steaming | Fourth Trimester Vaginal Steam Study | Keli Garza & Kimberly Ann Johnson

Keli Garza has a Masters degree in International Development graduating cum laude. Garza is the owner of Steamy Chick the largest distributor of vaginal steam supplies in the United States. To further vaginal steam education Garza founded a branch of her company called the Peristeam Hydrotherapy Institute to train practitioners in the use of vaginal steam for menstrual and reproductive health and to further research on the gynecological benefits reported by hundreds of customer case studies.

Kimberly Ann Johnson is a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner, birth doula, and single mom. She specializes in helping women prepare for birth, recover from birth injuries and birth trauma, and heal from sexual trauma. She is the founder of Magamama.com, an international holistic women’s health care resource for expectant and new mothers. She is the co-founder of the STREAM School for Pelvic Care, where she trained birth professionals, yoga teachers, somatic therapists, and bodyworkers to help women prepare for birth and recover from birth. She is the author of the bestselling book The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions and Restoring Your Vitality.

In today’s episode we’re talking about the Fourth Trimester Vaginal Steam Study conducted and published through a joint effort between Keli Garza and Kimberly Ann Johnson. We talk about the benefits of vaginal steaming postpartum, and the implications of implementing vaginal steaming as a standard healthcare protocol for new mothers.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Vaginal Steaming is a controversial subject

  • Why it was necessary for Keli and Kimberly to take the reins and conduct The Vaginal Steam Study

  • Challenges of having vaginal steaming looked at as a legitimate way to heal women post-partum

  • The goal of the study was to craft questions for post-partum recovery

  • Perimeters of post-partum heeling and how steaming impacts it

  • The study compared women who vaginal steamed and women who did not steam days after giving birth and compared multiple health related measurements such as blood pressure, pulse, funda size, waist size, weight, labia damage, lochia, hemorrhoids, uterine contractions and breast pain

  • Fourth Trimester Vaginal Steam Study could only use vaginal birth and not cesarean birth

  • Limitations that impacted Keli and Kimberly's Steam Study

  • Unexpected and expected results of vaginal steaming

Connect with Keli Garza and Kimberly Ann Johnson:

You can connect with Keli Garza on her Website, and Instagram. You can connect with Kimberly Ann Johnson on her Website, Facebook, Instagram and Email.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 19 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 316 | In The Name of The Pill | Mike Gaskins

He isn’t a doctor or a woman, but he is passionate about exposing the very real dangers of hormonal birth control. Mike Gaskins is a media writer/producer who began his journey as a women’s health advocate after a world-renowned physician lied to him about birth control side effects. This chance encounter triggered a passion for research that led Mike to discover many shocking levels of deceit and misinformation surrounding these potent drugs.

He recently collaborated with a group of leading physicians and women’s health advocates on a citizen’s petition to the FDA asking for new and stronger black box warnings on all hormonal contraceptives.

He frequently writes for websites like Hormones Matter and Natural Womanhood, and his new book, In the Name of The Pill explores the dubious nature of both the history and science of hormonal birth control.

In today’s episode we talk about hormonal birth control. We get into the history, the safety, and the controversy. Definitely an episode you won’t want to miss!

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Mike’s wife experience and side effects of birth control led him to advocate for women’s health and birth control

  • What are the life threatening side effects of hormonal birthday control?

  • Why are life threatening side effects from the pill minimized by Doctors?

  • Doctors’ approach to dealing with women’s negative side effects from Birth Control

  • Details and outcomes of the Nelson Pill Trial

  • Hormonal birth control became the first drug ever to have a patient information packet

  • The connection between birth control and other diseases such as Lupus

  • How the pill impacts the immune function?

  • How are Doctors trained to address side effects with their patients?

  • What role can men play or support women

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 315 | Clear Passage Abdominal Therapy For Pelvic Pain & Fertility | Larry & Belinda Wurn

Belinda Wurn, PT, is the Director of Services for Clear Passage Therapies. She graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in physical therapy from the University of Florida in 1975. With extensive post-graduate work and decades of professional experience, she is considered an expert in the causes and treatments for various types of sexual dysfunction, including decreased orgasm, desire, arousal, lubrication and satisfaction, and painful intercourse.

Larry Wurn, LMT, is the CEO of Clear Passage Therapies. He graduated from San Francisco State University in 1972 with a BS in English/Creative Writing, and graduated from the Florida Institute of Natural Health in 1990 to become a Florida-licensed massage therapist. After his role as Guest Curator at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, he became reacquainted with his childhood love, Belinda. As they prepared to marry, she was diagnosed with cancer – and thus their journey to discovering the natural treatment for adhesions began. Together, they developed the Wurn Technique® and Clear Passage Approach®, a non-surgical treatment for chronic pain, female infertility, bowel obstruction, and sexual dysfunction.

In todays episode we talk about Clear Passage abdominal therapy for pelvic pain and infertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Belinda’s own diagnosis of cervical cancer inspired Larry and Belinda to develop their Clear Passage Physical Therapy technique and study fertility
  • Larry and Belinda conducted peer scientific research with the help of a surgeon that became the director of their research.
  • The physical aspect of this therapy that uses the hands only to palpate the abdomen and pelvis to treat adhesions
  • How Belinda and Larry determine if they will use the internal or external therapy
  • Benefits of the Wurn Technique and Clear Passage Approach
  • How addressing adhesions in other areas has an impact on the fallopian tubes
  • Success rate was higher if a women did not have surgery to unlock her fallopian tubes on her tubes to open her tubes
  • If a women has surgery to open her tubes back up, she has 6 months window to get pregnant if not pregnant within 6 months adhesions from that surgery will form and the tubes will block back up
  • Top four reasons that cause blockage in the fallopian tubes and the development of adhesions
  • What are the specific treatment protocols when targeting blocked tubes
  • Whether Belinda and Larry’s work extends to helping cure other conditions
  • How this treatment can help sexual disfunction and improve sexual issues
Connect with Larry & Belinda Wurn:

You can connect with Larry and Belinda on their Website, Facebook and Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

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Fri, 05 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 314 | What You Need to Know About Choosing A Doctor | Women’s Health | Dr. Kyrin Dunston, MD

Leading by example OBGYN Dr. Kyrin Dunston lost a life-changing 100 lbs. and healed herself from chronic disease by addressing the root causes of her overweight and dysfunction. This personal transformation in turn caused a professional one and she left OBGYN practice in 2011 to pursue helping women heal with this revolutionary type of natural medicine after becoming fellowship trained in Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine.

Dr. Kyrin’s book “Cracking the Bikini Code: 6 Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss Success” brought her in office natural weight and health restoration program to women everywhere. The virtual boot camp program based on the book launched shortly after and offers hands on guidance by Dr. Kyrin from remote locations so that women can use these tools to heal and move towards brilliant health.

As the host of Her Brilliant Health Radio Podcast she offers interviews with inspiring and insightful experts in Functional Medicine for women desiring to heal and achieve optimum health naturally.

Today's episode is sponsored by my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Introduction to Fertility Awareness Charting. I'll be teaching LIVE on Friday June 5th at 12PM ET. Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Dr. Kyrin’s family history with medicine and science along with her personal interest in science and how the body works led her to a medical career
  • Kyrin’s own declining health led her to look beyond what she learned in medical school to focusing on natural medicine
  • Looking at difference between what Doctors are taught in medical school on how to treat issues related to the menstrual cycle and how Dr. Kyrin treats patients knowing what she knows now
  • The importance of becoming the CEO of your own health, and educating and investigating yourself on your body, in order to know when something is wrong
  • The common belief that we should look outside of ourselves for answers and go straight to a medical professional is not always the right solution
  • In over for a double blind placebo control trial to be a proper trial, you need to blind the participant and blind the doctor administering the drug
  • The power of our minds is so strong, we can change outcomes based on observations- what a doctor believes about their patients and what the patient believes about the treatments, causes an outcome and if we believe it will be beneficial it will be beneficial and if we believe it wont work it wont work
  • The understanding of beliefs are thoughts that you've thought about 1,000 times that have become unconscious and a drive of your behavior
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors:

FREE Masterclass: Introduction to Fertility Awareness Charting

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The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 29 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 313 | Histamines and Your Menstrual Cycle | Fix Your Period | Nicole Jardim

Nicole, also known as the Period Girl, is a certified women's health coach (professional period fixer) and her mission is to empower women to take back control of their hormonal health in a fun and sassy way. She’s outspoken and opinionated about women’s health issues, and believes women have the right to be educated about their bodies. Her goal is to provide women with the tools they need to make radical and long-lasting changes so they can live their best lives. In her new book, Fix Your Period, she shares her 6 week protocol to healthy periods!

In today's episode we talk about histamine intolerance and how it impact's the menstrual cycle, and so much more! This is Nicole's 3rd appearance on the podcast. Tune into our first episode Fix Your Period here, and second episode, Medical Gas-lighting here.

Today's episode is sponsored by my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Introduction to Fertility Awareness Charting. I'll be teaching LIVE on Friday June 5th at 12PM ET. Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Nicole’s personal period problems as a teacher inspired her to research and spread awareness on the relation between histamines, gut health and your menstrual cycle
  • What led Nicole to writing her book Fix Your Period
  • Why it’s so important in understanding your bodies health cycle and realizing its less complicated and starts with the fundamental basics
  • Understanding the symptoms of histamine issues in the menstrual cycle and how they can change cyclically in your cycle
  • The phases of the menstrual cycle and what occurs in each cycle
  • The importance of what histamines are and what responses they trigger within our immune system
  • Why do some women struggle so much of producing extra histamines and some women do not produce and extra amount of histamines
  • How would one know if they are having issues with histamines and what are the symptoms
  • Determining if histamines are impacting their menstrual cycle
  • If it's possible for someone with adequate estrogen clearance to not be bothered by histamine issues versus someone not clearing as much estrogen
  • What the first steps in determining if your histamines are affecting your menstrual cycle
  • How cutting out high histamine products from your lifestyle can help in finding out if it is effecting your menstrual cycle
  • What is the correlation between Gut Health and menstrual cycles issues and how GI issue play in with histamines
  • Why gut related problems and chronic pelvic pain are linked
  • What is the first step in addressing gut related issues
  • Women should seek help from a professional to dig deeper if you are still not feeling better to see if there is a deeper rooted issue
  • Understanding the importance of researching your body and what’s going on and how it can make you feel better in just a short period of time
Connect with Nicole Jardim:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors:

FREE Masterclass: Introduction to Fertility Awareness Charting

Today's episode is sponsored by my upcoming FREE Masterclass: Introduction to Fertility Awareness Charting. I'll be teaching LIVE on Friday June 5th at 12PM ET. Click here to register now!

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

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Fri, 22 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 312 | Fertility Awareness for Teenagers? | Chloe Skerlak

Chloe Skerlak is wildly passionate about the menstrual cycle! She is a Justisse Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Certified Fertility Awareness Educator. When she's not hosting fertility awareness charting circles, teaching charting online, or taking photos of cervixes, she facilitates Period Positivity Workshops for parents and pre-teens because she believes body literacy is for everyone and every age.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Chloe’s personal birth control journey inspired her to become a certified fertility awareness educator
  • What led Chloe to begin teaching the fertility awareness to children
  • Why it’s so important to actually call our body parts what they are no matter the age
  • Suggestions Chloe has for structuring these conversations and making them child-centered
  • The importance of talking about fertility awareness and the menstrual cycle to children
  • Teaching fertility awareness in the general sense vs. teaching it as a method
  • An appropriate age to talk about using fertility awareness as a birth control method
  • Why it’s so beneficial to have access to fertility awareness information no matter your age or gender
  • The importance of being an approachable parent and talking positively about sexual health and body literacy

Connect with Chloe Skerlak:

You can connect with Chloe on her website, Facebook, or Instagram.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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Fri, 15 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 311 | Period Power | Maisie Hill

Maisie Hill is a highly qualified and sought-after women’s health expert with over a decade of experience as a practitioner and birth doula. Maisie knows the power of working with the menstrual cycle and believes that our hormones are there to serve us and help us get what we want out of life. What lights Maisie up is helping women to understand the inner workings of the reproductive system so that they can make sense of their menstrual cycle and use their hormones to great advantage in their lives. Her first book, Period Power, was published on May 2nd, 2019.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Maisie found herself studying and focusing on women’s health and menstrual cycles
  • How Maisie’s own period pain inspired her to find ways to heal herself and eventually others
  • Maisie’s own experience with hormonal birth control
  • The importance of remembering periods should not be painful
  • The benefits of charting on paper
  • Why Maisie finds complications or downfalls with using charting apps
  • How the porn industry has influenced women and girls on their outlook of a woman’s vulva
  • The importance of talking about the menstrual cycle with your children
Connect with Maisie:

You can connect with Maisie on Twitter, Instagram, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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Fri, 08 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 310 | The Pill Gave Her A Stroke | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Amanda

Today I share a new episode of my Pill Reality Series. In this both a powerful and an important conversation with my guest Amanda, who shares her experience of surviving a stroke caused by hormonal birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today I share a new episode of my Pill Reality Series. In this both a powerful and an important conversation with my guest Amanda, who shares her experience of surviving a stroke caused by hormonal birth control.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Amanda’s menstrual cycle history
  • How Amanda’s cycle changed once she got on the pill
  • Symptoms Amanda noticed leading up to her stroke that she addressesd with an ER doctor
  • What happened when Amanda had her stroke
  • What Amanda’s recovery was like
  • How her diet and lifestyle changed post-stroke
  • The importance of trusting your own intuition with your health
  • Why Amanda chose to get an IUD after her experience on the pill
  • The trouble when Amanda had her IUD removed
  • How Amanda feels after coming off hormonal birth control

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 01 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 309 | Using Fertility Awareness for Birth Control | Lisa & Freya

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series. Tune into my conversation with Freya to find out how she managed her transition from hormonal to birth control to fertility awareness.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Freya’s menstrual cycle history
  • Freya’s experience with getting a hormonal IUD and side effects she experienced over the years
  • How she has noticed a change in her body since removing the IUD
  • How quickly Freya’s menstrual cycle returned post-IUD
  • Factors that can affect the length of your luteal phase
  • How eating habits can affect your menstrual cycle
  • The importance of supporting progesterone production when having a shorter luteal phase
  • Why it can take several months post birth control to have more normal cervical mucus patterns
  • What gummy mucus can be a sign of
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 308 | How Does Stress Impact The Menstrual Cycle? | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I dive into the impact of stress on the menstrual cycle in a special solo episode!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The purpose of charting
  • How stress or other factors can delay the pre-ovulatory phase of your cycle
  • What a double peak is
  • Signs to watch for when acute stress may affect the post ovulatory phase
  • Examples of chronic stressors and how they may affect your cycle
  • How charting can prevent your from going totally off the rails when dealing with stress
  • Ways to encourage your cortisol production from the moment you wake up
  • Benefits of cortisol and progesterone production
  • Why optimizing your sleep is so important when dealing with stress
  • Benefits of meditation for reducing stress
  • Why taking a media fast may be so helpful at this current time
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 307 | Navigating Through an Anovulatory Cycle | Lisa & Korrin

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness (FAM) Reality Series! Tune into my latest interview with my client Korrin! We discuss her recent anovulatory cycle, and how she has been easing into using fertility awareness for birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Korrin’s menstrual cycle history
  • How Korrin first went about getting on birth control
  • Side effects Korrin experienced during and after hormonal birth control
  • How Korrin envisions talking about the menstrual cycle with her daughter in the future
  • Why Korrin decided to pursue fertility awareness
  • How Paragard affected Korrin between babies
  • Korrin’s recent anovulatory cycle
  • What anovulatory cycle is and why they happen
  • Factors that can cause changes in your menstrual cycle
  • The importance of remembering after an anovulatory that every day is possibly a fertile day until proven otherwise
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 306 | Does The Pill Cause Anxiety and Depression? | Lisa & Teresa

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness (FAM) Reality Series! Tune into my latest interview with my client Teresa! We discuss the process of transitioning from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness successfully. Hint: the biggest part of the transition is deprogramming our understanding from what we’ve been taught, to the true biology of the menstrual cycle and fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Teresa’s menstrual cycle and pill journey
  • The many side effects Teresa experienced on her 20 years on the pill
  • The way Teresa has felt after coming off the pill
  • How Teresa has looked back on her journaling over the years and noticed her symptoms from birth control that impacted her negatively
  • How Teresa has been able to her notice her emotions since the fog has lifted post pill
  • Determining whether spotting or a light period day when using Fertility Awareness
  • Why spotting days are always considered fertile days
  • Determining wether cervical mucus is smooth or lubricative
  • How practicing Fertility Awareness has benefited Teresa
  • The importance of listening to your body and what it is telling you
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 305 | Varicocele Diagnosis & Treatment | Male Factor Infertility | Dr. Mary Samplaski

Dr. Mary Samplaski is a fellowship-trained, board certified (American Board of Urology) expert in Male Infertility, and the Director of Male Infertility, Andrology and Microsurgery at the University of Southern California (http://keck.usc.edu/faculty/mary-samplaski/). She completed her residency training in Urology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She then completed a 2-year fellowship training program in Male Infertility and Andrology at the University of Toronto.

While Dr. Samplaski continues to maintain academic productivity, what drives her most is caring for individual patients and couples.

In today’s episode, we focus on varicocele, and how this common condition impacts male fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Dr. Samplaski to focus on male infertility
  • The benefits of micro-surgery for certain urology surgeries
  • How common male factor infertility is when dealing with infertility issues
  • What is considered a normal semen analysis
  • The concept of sperm DNA damage and how that affects a couple trying to conceive
  • What are varicocele’s
  • How you would identify and fix a varicocele
  • The improvements and pregnancy rates after fixing a varicocele
  • Other factors that can hurt sperm parameters
  • The benefits of both partners in the relationship working to better their health/lifestyles when dealing with infertility
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Dr. Samplaski on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 304 | Overcoming Period Pain and an Infertility Diagnosis | Lisa & Angie

Today I share a new episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series! Join Angie and I as we discuss how she overcame her heavy, painful periods, and her infertility diagnosis.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Angie’s menstrual cycle history and terrible period pain
  • How Angie’s journey trying to conceive led her to an infertility diagnosis
  • Why Angie’s unexpected pregnancy after unsuccessful IVF round and an infertility diagnosis was such a shock
  • How changes in Angie’s diet may have impacted her fertility and menstrual cycle
  • What led Angie to the Fertility Awareness Method
  • Why changes in behavior and daily routine affect your temperature during charting
  • The importance of noting changes on your chart that mat impact your temperature
  • Tracking changes in cervical mucus when TTC
  • Why checking your partners sperm quality is important when having trouble trying to conceive

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You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 303 | Postpartum Charting With The Marquette Method | Dr. Mary Lee Barron, PhD.

Mary Lee Barron, PhD is a wife, mother of 3, nurse practitioner, and Marquette Method NFP teacher in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Barron received her PhD from Saint Louis University, is an FNP, and an Associate Professor, School of Nursing, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She also directs Marquette Fertility Education, offering direct patient care services and research in Natural Family Planning.

She has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles, authored numerous book chapters and co-authored Guidelines for Nurse Practitioners in Ambulatory Obstetric Settings, and she has been teaching NFP for over 20 years.

Today’s episode is all about postpartum charting, and how the Marquette Method helps many women navigate this phase.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Dr. Barron to teaching the Marquette Method
  • What is the Marquette Method
  • The order you hormones need to be in for regular cycling and an indication of ovulation
  • How does the Clearblue monitor differ from typical LH strips
  • The benefits of the Clearblue fertility monitor
  • The two most fertile days of ovulation and why cervical mucus is so important then
  • The amount of cycles you should wait to start trying to conceive after stopping the pill
  • Using the Clearblue monitor when breast feeding
  • Why Clearblue is not recommended for women with PCOS
  • Myths on postpartum charting
  • How to use the Clearblue monitor for avoiding pregnancy postpartum

Connect with Dr. Mary Lee Barron:

You can connect with Dr. Barron on LinkedIn and on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 302 | Dirty Genes | MTHFR, Folic Acid, and Your Fertility | Dr. Ben Lynch, ND

Dr. Ben Lynch is the best-selling author of Dirty Genes and a leader in the field of nutrigenomics. He’s also president of Seeking Health, an innovative company providing supplements, courses, and tools designed to help people overcome genetic dysfunction and optimize health. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Washington, he then obtained a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University where he now serves on the Board of Trustees. Dr. Lynch lives in Seattle, WA with his wife and three sons.

Today’s episode focuses on how your genes can impact fertility, pregnancy, and menstrual cycle health.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program! Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Dr. Lynch began his journey in naturopathic medicine
  • The importance of optimizing pregnancies for future generations health
  • What are dirty genes?
  • How you can develop dirty genes
  • The basics of MTHFR and how it can impact fertility
  • Why it’s so important to give your body rest during pregnancy
  • How folic acid can dirty our genes
  • Why the human body takes so long to process folic acid and why we need to eliminate our exposure to it
  • Signs your fertility(for men and women) could be affected by your genes
  • All the various genes that can affect your health, your fertility, your moods, etc.
  • Why male infertility is fairly easy to fix
  • How to start cleaning up your genes one step at a time
  • What makes a good prenatal vitamin

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Conceiving With Fertility Awareness

From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 301 | Gut Health, Digestion, and Your Fertility | Dr. Haylee Nye, ND, and Kristin Cornett

Dr. Haylee Nye is a licensed naturopathic physician and certified nutritionist with advanced training in women’s health and infertility. Kristin Cornett is a certified nutritional therapy practitioner with expertise in functional wellness, women’s health, and fertility. Together they run Tiny Feet, an online platform that helps educate and empower couples as they journey toward parenthood.

Dr. Haylee and Kristin take a unique functional medicine approach that gives couples the tools they need to get to the root cause of health and fertility struggles, conceive successfully, and set their babies up for lifelong health from the very beginning. They offer functional lab testing with virtual one-on-one consults and have recently released an online preconception and fertility optimization course called Fertile in 5 Masterclass. They also co-host a popular weekly podcast on iTunes called Mastering Your Fertility.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The life experiences that led Dr. Nye and Kristin to their focus on women’s health and gut health
  • Factors that can cause your bowels to go wrong
  • Signs that something could be going on with your gut health
  • Who to go to if you suspect you are having gut issues
  • Tips on how to find specialized naturopaths in your area
  • Investigations into the gut that can be done to help identify problems
  • What is a normal day/week for the digestive system
  • What is considered constipated vs. diarrhea
  • The benefits of the Bristol Stool Chart for determining your stool type
  • The effects constipation can have on the rest of your body
  • How gut health impacts fertility
  • The effects of inflammation on a woman’s fertility and menstrual cycle
  • Tips to do before seeking out diagnostic testing to help with gut health
  • The benefit of an elimination diet when figuring out gut issues

Connect with Dr. Haylee Nye and Kristin Cornett:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Conceiving With Fertility Awareness

From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook

This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 300 | Conceiving with Fertility Awareness | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I’m celebrating 300 episodes of Fertility Friday! Please join me in celebrating this exciting milestone. To celebrate, I decided to record a special solo podcast episode all about the different ways fertility awareness will help you to conceive naturally when you’re ready!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why myths around conceiving make it so challenging when trying to actually conceive
  • The percentage a healthy couple has to get pregnant each cycle
  • How it is possible to prevent pregnancy without hormones
  • The average amount of months post-pill it takes to conceive
  • An unspoken benefit of Fertility Awareness for your fertility
  • How Fertility Awareness helps with timing when trying to conceive
  • How practicing Fertility Awareness gives you insight to any problems you may have with your cycle before TTC
  • The benefit charting has with getting your partner involved

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You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

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Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 299 | End Period Poverty Now | Menstruation in Low Resource Settings | The Period Purse | Jana Girdauskas

Jana always wanted to become the CEO of a charity and in 2017, Jana launched The Period Purse, now a registered Canadian charity. From outreach support and supplying free menstrual supplies to over 23,000 women and people who menstruate in 14 cities, to educating the next generation about reusable period products, to advocating for policy change, The Period Purse is a strong menstrual movement fully run by passionate volunteers. Jana has been recognized as a Top Women of Influence in 2018 and a Women of Distinction award from the YWCA Toronto in 2019. When she is not talking about periods, Jana is also a teacher who works in special education. She is a mother of two and lives with her family in Toronto.

In today’s episode we talk about period poverty and what we can do to eradicate it in our own communities!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Jana to start The Period Purse
  • The items that are in a period purse
  • How and what did shelters in Toronto provide women before The Period Purse existed
  • How Toronto shelters have started budgeting for female products
  • Jana’s personal movement to bring light to the lack of menstrual products available to homeless women that led to The Period Purse
  • The benefits of menstrual cups and other reusable menstrual products
  • Jana’s plan on getting into schools to teach the younger generation more about the menstrual cycle and the need for period products

Connect with Jana Girdauskas:

You can connect with Jana on her on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 298 | Reproductive Justice, Feminism, & Birth Control | Dr. Elizabeth Kissling PhD.

Dr. Elizabeth Kissling is a professor of women’s and gender studies at Eastern Washington University, where she teaches courses in feminism and women’s studies, gender and media, sexuality studies, gender health issues, and related topics. Her pronouns are she and her.

Dr. Kissling’s research focuses on women’s health, bodies, and feminism, and especially how these issues are represented in media. Her new book about abortion activism and social media is called: From a Whisper to a Shout. As the author of Capitalizing on the Curse and related articles, she is best known for her research on media representations of menstruation.

In today’s episode we talk about the menstrual cycle, reproductive justice, feminism, and birth control!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What led Dr. Kissling to her focus of the pill and menstruation
  • Results from Dr. Kissling’s study of junior high age girls and their first periods
  • The importance of teaching and providing information to young women & men about birth control
  • The true effectiveness of condom and why you should not use condoms with any type of oil
  • The importance of letting your menstrual cycle mature
  • Why putting young girls on birth control can be harmful to their bone health
  • The strategic marketing and patent methods behind the birth control pill over the years

Connect with Dr. Elizabeth Kissling PhD.:

You can connect with Dr. Kissling on her on her website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 297 | This is Your Brain on Birth Control | Dr. Sarah Hill, PhD.

Sarah E. Hill is at the forefront of groundbreaking research on the effects of the pill. A star psychologist with a PhD from the University of Texas, she studied with one of the founding fathers of evolutionary psychology, David M. Buss. In less than a decade, she’s published over 50 scientific articles and has secured half a million dollars’ worth of federal research grant money to study women, their health, and their mating and sexual psychology. She is regularly features in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Scientific American, The Economist, and many others.

In today’s episode we talk about Sarah’s groundbreaking book This Is Your Brain On Birth Control. Learn about the different ways hormonal birth control changes our brain, our emotions, and the ways we interact with others!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Sarah’s personal experience with birth control that led her to further research the influence of birth control on your brain
  • How sex hormones work in men vs. women
  • Why we need to steer away from thinking sex hormones in the brain are threatening to women or feminism
  • The affects of estrogen on women across the menstrual cycle
  • How our hormones impact our own behavior and influence the behavior of men around us
  • How at high fertility, women have more interest in genetic compatibility of men via scent
  • Why women who are on birth control do not get a surge in estrogen and therefore it impacts their partner choice
  • The importance of remembering there are other factors that will impact your partner choice besides your birth control status
  • Why it’s so important to be aware of the effects of birth control so if you choose to be on it, you know why you may experience changes in your body or mind
  • Why you should always trust your body and not take no for an answer from your doctor whether you choose to be on or off birth control

Connect with Dr. Sarah E. Hill:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 296 | All About Menstrual Cups | Your Questions Answered | INTIMINA™ | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today’s episode is all about reusable menstrual cups! I dive into the most common questions about using menstrual cups from insertion and cleaning, to emptying your cup in public washrooms! Nothing is TMI in this episode, and you’ll definitely want to tune in if you’ve been considering making the switch!

Today’s episode is sponsored by INTIMINA™. Discover a healthier, cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to disposable period products. Made from 100% medical grade silicone, INTIMINA's reusable menstrual cups are body-safe, ultra-smooth and hygienic.

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/INTIMINA today to find your perfect cup, and enter the promo code: FERTILITY15 for 15% off on all cups!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by Conceiving With Fertility Awareness My FREE online course designed to help you utilize fertility awareness strategies to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally. From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Fun facts about INTIMINA™
  • How reusable menstrual cups are financially cheaper over time
  • Practical benefits of using menstrual cups
  • How changing to menstrual cups reduces your exposure to chemicals contained in pads or tampons
  • How to know what size and shape cup you need
  • What to do with the cup before you use for the first time
  • The proper way to insert and remove a period cup
  • The importance of having a backup when first starting to use a cup
  • How to clean your menstrual cup
  • Why silicone is one of the choice materials for a cup
  • Benefits for young girls to use a cup
  • Lisa’s overall experience with the INTIMINA™ menstrual cups
  • The characteristics of the INTIMINA™ Ziggy Cup and how it is like a diaphragm
  • The difference in the INTIMINA™ Lily Cups
  • The benefits of the Lily Cup Compact when on the go
  • How the Lily Cup One is a great size menstrual cup for a moderate-light period
  • The only challenge Lisa had when trying the INTIMINA™ menstrual cups

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: INTIMINA™

Head over to fertilityfriday.com/INTIMINA today to find your perfect cup, and enter the promo code: FERTILITY15 for 15% off on all cups!

Conceiving With Fertility Awareness

From timing sex accurately every time to identifying potential fertility issues through charting, this course has you covered. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/TTC for access.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 295 | The IUD, The Pill, and Important Side Effects You Should Know About | Pill Reality Series | Katherine & Lisa

Today I share an new episode in my Pill Reality Series with my guest Katherine! She shares her experience with the hormonal IUD, the pill and much more!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why and when did Katherine start using hormonal birth control
  • What were some of the side effects she experienced on hormonal contraceptives
  • How the insertion process for the IUD was for Katherine
  • What was Katherine’s pain level during her menstrual cycle on and off the various forms of hormonal birth control
  • Why would Katherine’s doctor not give her the Copper IUD
  • Lisa and Katherine touch on studies about women making poor partner choices when on hormonal contraceptives
  • The importance of doing what feels best for you and your body even when your doctor may not agree
  • What was the Kyleena IUD like for Katherine
  • What happened to Katherine’s symptoms after removal of the IUD

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air-Client Session] FFP 294 | Deconstructing an Anovulatory Cycle | Natalie & Lisa

Today I share an on-air client session with Natalie! In today’s episode Natalie and I deconstruct her recent anovulatory cycle, and we also discuss factors that impact basal body temperature!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Natalie began taking hormonal birth control
  • How did the various forms of birth control affect Natalie
  • What Natalie stopped using birth control
  • What led Natalie to start using the Fertility Awareness Method
  • How had Natalie’s anxiety and depression changed since getting off the pill
  • What Natalie’s cycles have been like since coming off the pill
  • How training for a marathon has affected Natalie’s cycle
  • What is an anovulatory cycle

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air-Client Session] FFP 293 | Using Fertility Awareness For Birth Control | Kallie & Lisa

Today I share an on-air client session with Kallie! In today’s episode Kallie shares her experience making the transition from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness! She also shares some of the challenges she’s faced with her cycle post-birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • When and why Kallie began hormonal birth control
  • Why Kallie chose to stop using hormonal birth control
  • Some symptoms Kallie experienced after coming off the pill
  • The amount of time it took for Kallie to get her period after the pill
  • The difference between pre and post-ovulatory temperature ranges
  • Why Kallie should note how she has restless sleep or increased stress when charting
  • Why your temperature strikes during your cycle
  • The benefits of checking your cervix when charting
  • Why mucus production can be lower the first few cycles post-pill
  • How has the fertility awareness method affected Kallie
  • Why not to be truly concerned about the length of your period when your body is still normalizing
  • Why it is not about having a perfect chart, but about what your body is doing health wise
  • Pros and Cons of starting o chart right after coming off the pill or waiting till your cycles normalize
  • Kallie’s biggest fear when coming off the pill

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air-Client Session] FFP 292 | Tracking Your Cycles Post-Birth Control | Emily & Lisa

Today I share an on-air client session with Emily! Emily recently transitioned from hormonal birth control to fertility awareness, and in today’s episode she shares what her experience was like, and what her cycles have been like since making the switch.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Emily’s history with birth control
  • Symptoms Emily experienced on the pill
  • Why Emily decided to come off birth control and start fertility awareness
  • How soon Emily’s period returned after birth control
  • Cervical mucus during the transition phase on a menstrual cycle
  • The confusion checking internally for cervical mucus can cause when charting
  • Signs of a healthy cervix in regards to cervical mucus production
  • Tips for taking your temperature in a different time zone than where you live

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 291 | Postpartum Charting | Your Questions Answered! | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today officially marks Fertility Friday’s 5th podcast-aversary!! I launched the Fertility Friday Podcast 5 years ago this week! To celebrate, I decided to release a solo episode all about postpartum charting! This is the number one question I’ve had all year in my DMs, emails, and Facebook messages. In this episode I cover the most common myths about postpartum charting, when to expect your cycles to return, the role of basal body temperature, cervical mucus charting and much more!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why postpartum charting is so different than charting your normal cycle
  • How cervical mucus is so crucial for postpartum charting
  • How breastfeeding affects the return of your menstrual cycle
  • The role of basal body temperature postpartum
  • Factors to be mindful of when wanting get your period back postpartum to being trying to conceive again
  • When to consult with your doctor if you don’t see signs of your period returning postpartum
  • Benefits of the Tempdrop if you want to monitor your temperature when charting postpartum
  • Why it can be so helpful to work with an instructor when postpartum charting
  • How the Marquette method or other methods of charting may be a better option when you cannot fully rely on your cervical mucus or basal body temperature
  • When you start charting postpartum
  • Why it is so important to understand your mucus pattern and be consistent with charting if you plan to chart postpartum
  • What to expect when your period return

Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 290 | The Pill, The Hormonal IUD, and Pulmonary Embolisms | Lisa & Kat

Today I share a new episode in my Pill Reality Series . Kat describes her experience of using the pill to “regulate” her cycles before she even had her very first period. She also shares her terrifying near-death experience with pulmonary embolism — a rare, but well known complication associated with hormonal birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why did Kat initially start birth control
  • How Kat’s lifestyle and eating habits affected the start of her menstrual cycle
  • Why did Kat switch to the IUD and what were her side effects
  • Kat’s return to hormonal birth control that led to pulmonary embolisms
  • The symptoms Kat experienced before finally being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism
  • What the recovery has been like for Kat
  • What Kat has been using to track her cycle now that birth control is completely off the table for her
  • How has her relationship with her partner changed since coming off birth control
  • When did Kat finally get her first real menstrual period off of birth control
  • The importance of always remembering to be your own advocate and listen to your body
Connect with Lisa:

You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 289 | Taking the Leap from Hormonal Birth Control to Fertility Awareness | Stephanie & Lisa

In today’s episode I interview Stephanie, a current member of my Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program. We discuss the challenges she faced coming off hormonal birth control and transitioning to using fertility awareness to avoid pregnancy.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Does Stephanie regret initially getting on birth control
  • What was Stephanie's experience with birth control
  • How long did it take Stephanie to get pregnant after coming off hormonal birth control
  • What prompted Stephanie to switch from hormonal birth control to Fertility Awareness
  • What has Stephanie’s cycle been like since coming off the IUD
  • The importance of watching the patterns of your cervical mucus
  • Challenges Stephanie has faced with charting
  • Factors that have affected Stephanie’s luteal phase
  • How the Fertility Awareness Mastery Class has influenced Stephanie and her charting journey

Connect with Lisa:

ou can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 288 | Thyroid Disorders | Identifying The Root Cause | Dr. Eric Balcavage & Dr. Erica Riggleman

Dr. Eric is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional and regenerative medicine clinic in Glen Mills, PA, and he is the co-host with Dr. Erica of the Thyroid Answers Podcast.

Dr. Eric is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (C.N.S.), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, along with being a licensed Chiropractor in Pennsylvania.

And Dr. Erica graduated from Logan College in Chesterfield, Missouri with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree as well as a Masters in Nutrition and Human Performance. She specializes in functional medicine and is a graduate of the American Functional Neurology Institute (AFNI).

In today’s episode we focus on the the thyroid, how the thyroid affects fertility, why this condition is often under diagnosed in women, and the specifics about why it can be difficult to identify at times when the lab results don’t match symptoms.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Dr. Eric and Dr. Erica to their focus on the thyroid and thus their podcast
  • Cellular vs. Glandular Hypothyroidism
  • How inflammation can affect TSH levels
  • Why cell health is so important to the overall function of the body
  • Ways hypothyroidism shows up in the menstrual cycle when charting
  • How thyroid issues impact fertility
  • What is Reverse T3
  • Lifestyle changes to improve thyroid function
  • How birth control can affect thyroid function
  • Why birth control does not fix your cycle
  • The importance of preparing the body to come off birth control to get pregnant
  • Why you should always listen to your body and not ignore symptoms

Connect with Dr. Eric Balcavage and Dr. Erica Riggleman:

You can connect with Dr. Balcavage on his Website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

You can connect with Dr. Riggleman on her Website, Facebook and Instagram.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 287 | Conceiving with Love | Denise Wiesner, LAc.

Denise Wiesner, is an internationally recognized traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, specializing in the Whole Systems Chinese medicine approach to women’s health, sexuality, and fertility. Since 1994, Denise has treated and helped women manage challenges from menstrual disorders through menopause, and from infertility to pregnancy. Using a combination of acupuncture, diet and lifestyle counseling, nutritional supplements, and Chinese herbs, Denise has helped thousands of couples navigate the tricky, and often stressful, journey toward fertility, without losing their loving connection.

In today’s episode we talk about sex, pleasure, intimacy, and orgasm. We cover intimacy as it relates to couples who are trying to conceive, and for women who wish to experience more pleasure in their intimate relationships.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 10 week group coaching program! Click here to register now! Early bird pricing ends December 13th!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How did Denise’s own fertility journey influence her career
  • What is making it challenging for couples to find a level of intimacy
  • The importance of communicating to your partner what you like sexually
  • Why honesty in your relationship is so crucial
  • The many types of female orgasms
  • Tips to help women discover the way they orgasm
  • Steps to begin to learn how to pleasure yourself
  • The lack of education around the female reproductive anatomy
  • Why you should be careful of the products you use in and around your vagina
  • Denise’s thoughts on the practice of using a jade egg
  • Ways to have more intimacy with your partner

Connect with Denise Wiesner:

You can connect with Denise on her Website, Instagram, and Facebook.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 286 | Surviving Infertility | Sheridan Voysey

Sheridan Voysey is a writer, speaker and broadcaster. His other books include Resurrection Year: Turning Broken Dreams into New Beginnings, Resilient, and the award-winning Unseen Footprints. He is married to Merryn and lives and travels from Oxford, United Kingdom.

In today’s episode we cover the difficult topic of dealing with infertility when things aren’t working out the way you had planned for. Sheridan shares his personal experience of making it through from the male perspective.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • A look into Sheridan and his wife Merryn’s ten year infertility and adoption journey
  • How their journey led Sheridan to write his book, Resurrection Year
  • How Sheridan dealt with the grief and loss of their unsuccessful dream of having a child
  • Sheridan’s advice for couples struggling with infertility
  • The importance of putting your marriage/relationship first during this challenging time
  • Ways to deal with one partner wanting to stop trying and the other wanting to continue
  • How dealing with fertility issues can affect men in various aspects of their lives
  • The importance of also remembering to check in with men to see how they are feeling and dealing with the fertility struggles
  • Ways men who deal with lower sperm count can connect with others to know that they are not alone
  • How those who have gone through the infertility journey can use their trial to help guide, inspire or comfort others going through it
  • The importance of remembering there is so much more to you than your parental status
Connect with Sheridan Voysey:

You can connect with Sheridan on his Website, Instagram, and Facebook.

Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 285 | Finding a Medical Doctor Who Will Support You | Dr. Nathan Riley, MD

Dr. Riley is a Physician specializing in obstetrics and palliative medicine. He practices midwifery, minimal-intervention-style obstetrics with an emphasis on supporting the physiology of pregnancy and birth as well as female intuition while empowering women to embrace birth rather than fear it. He was Born in Pittsburgh. Trained in Philadelphia, San Diego and Los Angeles, currently practicing in Louisville, KY. Also a climber and somewhat obsessed w eco-conservation.

In today’s episode Dr. Riley takes us through his experience of medical school and residency to give us a deeper insight into why doctors often have the opinions and practices they do when it comes to women’s health.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Dr. Riley into medicine and specifically into women’s issues
  • How it made Dr. Riley feel when he came up with struggles on he and his wife’s journey to conceive
  • Who influenced Dr. Riley’s way of practice in his career
  • Problems in the curriculum physicians-in-training come across
  • Why doctors should be encouraged to admit when they don’t know an answer, ask questions or even just sit and listen to the patient
  • How it is unrealistic for the patient to expect their doctor to have all the answers and diagnosis after a short consultation
  • The harsh structure and lifestyle of the medical training process
  • The importance of health care professionals to still take the time to care for themselves so they can better serve their patients
  • The importance of being respectful of your doctor’s expertise and training
  • Why it is important for patients and doctors to be a little more generous with one another
Connect with Dr. Nathan Riley:

You can connect with Dr. Riley on his Website, Instagram and Twitter.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

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Fri, 08 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 284 | Arvigo® Abdominal Therapy For Fertility and Period Pain | Dr. Rosita Arvigo & Donna Zubrod

Rosita Arvigo, is a Doctor of Naprapathy, ethnobotanist, spiritual healer, author of 8 books on traditional healing of Central America, and she is the founder of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® & the Arvigo Institute.

Donna Zubrod is a nationally certified, North Carolina Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist, a DONA certified Birth Doula, and a certified practitioner and teacher of the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy. Her practice, Seven Generations Massage & Birth, offers support towards positive reproductive and digestive health experiences and outcomes from menarche, throughout the childbearing years, to menopause and beyond. She helps couples with fertility challenges to successfully conceive and nurtured expectant mothers during pregnancy through postpartum.

In today’s episode I share a special interview with both Dr. Arvigo and Donna. We focus on abdominal therapy for fertility and period pain, and how it differs from conventional medical treatments.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®?
  • The process of Arvigo® Therapy
  • How you need proper hemodynamics to find homeostasis within the body
  • What inspired Donna to conduct her observational study on measuring the affects of Arvigo® Therapy on the menstrual cycle parameter
  • Some of the factors she had the 10 participants track during their cycles
  • How Donna measured the effects for each participant
  • Why goal of the study was to see if abdominal therapy had any effects on the menstrual cycle
  • Was ovulation confirmed during the study?
  • The importance of self-care by the participants during the study
  • Did the participants have less painful period during the study?
  • What were some of the results that stood out to Donna?
  • How does abdominal therapy potentially improve mucus production or luteal phase length?
  • How can Arvigo® bring women with extreme menstrual pain back to a normal cycle
  • The importance of getting informed and being an active participant in your health
Connect with Dr. Rosita Arvigo & Donna Zubrod: You can connect with Dr. Arvigo on her website and on the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy website. You can connect with Donna on her Website, and on Facebook. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 283 | Overcoming Period Pain | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I discuss period pain. I go into the most common causes for period pain, and specific steps you can take to reduce and/or eliminate your pain starting today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is primary dysmenorrhea
  • What is period pain a sign of
  • How period pain is very common but not normal
  • The flow pattern of a normal period
  • Why you should get checked out by your doctor if your bleeding is too light or too heavy
  • How extreme pain with your period can be a sign of endometriosis or other issues
  • Why the pill may manage period pain but does not fix the underlying cause of the pain
  • Other modalities to look at when you have severe period pain
  • Strategies for reducing period pain
  • How processed dairy products can affect women
  • The importance of reducing xenoestrogenic chemicals from your household products or makeup
  • The benefits of acupuncture or abdominal therapies for period pain
  • How vaginal steaming can improve your bleeding issues
  • Supplements that can improve period pain
  • The importance of identifying the sources of inflammation causing your period pain
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 282 | What You Need To Know About The Implant | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Tessa

Today I share another Pill Reality Series Episode! Today I interview Tessa who shares her experience with the Implant. Tune in to discover what you should know about the Implant before you have it inserted.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What happened in Tessa’s menstrual cycle that led her to first getting on hormonal birth control
  • What diagnosis did Tessa receive after years of painful and absent periods
  • How the cost of hormonal birth control in Australia affected Tessa’s use of the pill
  • Why Tessa decided to get the implant rather than birth control
  • Tessa’s experience with the implant
  • The complicated process Tessa experienced when having the implant removed
  • How Tessa finally put all her birth control struggles together and decided to be rid of hormonal birth control for good
  • How Tessa and her husband dealt with no longer using hormonal birth control
  • The importance of listening to your body and being your own advocate for you health
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 281 | Intermittent Fasting, Keto Diets, and Why Women Should Approach it Differently | Shawn Mynar

Shawn Mynar is a holistic nutritionist and mindset coach based out of Boulder, Colorado. After years of chronic health issues, Shawn was able to regain complete health by changing the food she puts on her plate, the lifestyle choices she makes, and the mindset she brings to daily life. She now has made it her life’s mission to help others understand both the power of using food and a healthy, positive mindset as medicine on the path to total wellness. Shawn believes in and coaches on the frameworks of intuitive eating, body respect, self-compassion, and health at every size.

In today’s episode we get down to the biggest differences between men and women when it comes to Keto diets, intermittent fasting, and much more!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What the Keto Diet was originally intended to for
  • The personal experience that led Shawn to start the Keto Diet and therefore begin her career
  • What is the Keto Diet
  • How do you know you are in Ketosis
  • The difference between full-on ketosis and a lower carb diet
  • Why getting enough fats is important to build ketones and get to ketosis
  • What makes Keto a healing tool
  • The real goal of Keto for women
  • How Keto works differently for men vs. woman
  • Whether Keto is best used only for the healing process or a way to eat forever
  • The importance of listening to your body when eating
  • How to know if Keto is right for you
  • How to add fats to your meals and to your vegetables
  • Why you should do Keto on your own terms and your own guidelines
Connect with Shawn Mynar: You can connect with Shawn Mynar on her Facebook, Instagram and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 280 | Hormones, Menopause, and Using the Keto Diet to Manage Symptoms | Dr. Anna Cabeca

Dr. Anna Cabeca, a triple board certified, Emory University trained physician and hormone expert was diagnosed with early menopause at age 38. Devastated, she set out on a personal wellness journey to reverse her menopause side effects, which resulted in her delivery of a healthy baby girl at the age of 41.

After experiencing her own health successes, Dr. Cabeca began counseling others, ultimately changing the lives of thousands of women across the globe. Her new book The Hormone Fix and other empowering transformation programs have helped women of all ages become their best selves again.

In today’s episode we talk about balancing hormones, and how the Keto diet can be used to reduce symptoms and improve the menstrual cycle, particularly as we approach menopause.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Dr. Anna to write The Hormone Fix
  • How Dr. Anna’s early menopause diagnosis changed her work, her health and her life
  • What is Mighty Maca Plus
  • How a tragic loss in Dr. Anna’s life led to early menopause
  • The impacts of stress on the body and the menstrual cycle
  • How Dr. Anna was able to heal her body, mind and spirit to began ovulating again
  • The natural things Dr. Anna used to help heal herself
  • The process Dr. Anna has used to help her “infertile” clients conceive
  • How sugar affects our hormones balance
  • What is Dr. Anna’s 10-80-10 rule
  • What is Ketosis and the Keto Diet
  • The differences in the way intermittent fasting works for men vs. women
  • Why you have to take bio-individuality into consideration when changing your diet or eating habits
  • Symptoms that have improved with Dr. Anna’s clients after lifestyle and diet changes
  • The importance of never losing hope in your journey
Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca: You can connect with Dr. Cabeca on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 279 | Post-Pill Amenorrhea | Lisa & Jennifer

Today I share an on-air client session with my client Jennifer. It took several months for her period to return post-pill, and in our session she shares what steps she took to bring her periods back and how she is preparing ahead for pregnancy.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on October 1st. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What was Jennifer’s cycle like as a young adult and what led her to using birth control
  • What was Jennifer’s cycle like after she got off birth control
  • How Jennifer ended up working with Lisa
  • Changes that Jennifer made to her lifestyle that helped her period return
  • What is post-birth control syndrome
  • How long does it take for your ovarian reserve to go back to normal post-pill
  • What things can you do post-pill to get your body on track
  • Ways for you and your partner to find a happy balance for charting while preventing pregnancy
  • Benefits and challenges of post-partum charting
  • What is the MTHFR gene mutation and what to be mindful of when pregnant if you have it
  • How the Fertility Awareness program has changed Jennifer’s cycle and health
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 278 | Regulating Your Cycles Post-Pill | Lisa & Natalie

Today I share an on-air client session with my client Natalie. Natalie shares her experience coming off the pill, and what it’s been like as her cycles have normalized.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group coaching program! We start on October 1st. Will you be joining us? Click here to register now!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Natalie decided to come off the pill and begin using the Fertility Awareness Method
  • How long did it take Natalie’s cycle to come back post-pill? Did she have any changes to her cycle/moods post-pill?
  • Natalie’s charting immediately post-pill vs. now
  • How Natalie’s profession as a nurse has influenced her view on birth control
  • What were some of the side effects Natalie experienced on the pill
  • When trying to conceive, is it uncommon to not see mucus following sex?
  • When to start having sex in your cycle when trying to conceive
  • What Natalie has been doing to prepare her body for pregnancy
  • If you’ve been charting and rying to conceive for a while, when is it time to take the next step to a fertility assessment and/or sperm analysis
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 277 | The Top 4 Reasons Why You’re Not Conceiving | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I share the top 4 reasons why you’re not conceiving. Tune in to this special solo episode to discover how you can use fertility awareness techniques to optimize your chances of conception, and an important discussion about sperm quality!

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The importance of having healthy sperm, healthy eggs, healthy cervical mucus and a healthy body in order for conception to occur
  • Why women need to remember that fertility issues are not always their fault, but can sometimes fall on their partner
  • How you can mess up your chances of conception by relying on rhythm method thinking
  • Why it’s so important to get your timing right when trying to conceive
  • Why cervical mucus is so important in the conception process
  • The vast majority of sperm that men produce are abnormal even from the healthiest men
  • How the best days to have sex when trying to conceive are when you have cervical mucus
  • How ovulation kits can possibly hurt your chances of conception
  • Why your change in temperature does not predict ovulation
  • How the pill is a temporary bandaid for menstrual problems and how that can affect your cycle when you get off of it to try and conceive
  • The average time it takes for your body to normalize after coming off the pill
  • How much sperm is optimal for natural conception
  • What makes up an optimal sperm analysis
  • Lifestyle changes and nutrient supplements that can improve sperm quality
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 276 | Avoiding Pregnancy Naturally with FAM | Lisa & Cherese

In today’s episode I share an on-air session with my client Cherese! Join us as we talk about how she successfully transitioned to using the fertility awareness method as her primary method of birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How did Cherese’s mother impact her views on hormonal birth control
  • What influenced Cherese to look into Fertility Awareness
  • How did Cherese’s practitioner react to her protest against birth control and IUD’s
  • How has Cherese’s cycle changed since beginning the Fertility Awareness program
  • Is it possible to have peak mucus on the first day
  • The importance of remembering that there are no rules to charting and your body can easily change
  • The difference between the pre-ovulatory and post-ovulatory phase in terms of avoiding pregnancy
  • How often and how much mucus do women typically produce
  • What can someone do if they do not see mucus in their cycle
  • The importance of remembering there is no such thing as a perfect cycle
  • What lifestyle changes has Cherese implemented to make her cycle healthier
  • The importance of listening to your body and the signs it is giving you
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 275 | Recovering from Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Lisa & Catherine

In today’s episode I share an on-air session with my client Catherine! Join us as we talk about how she recovered her period after nearly a year without one.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What brought Catherine to want to learn about Fertility Awareness
  • What diet changes affected Catherine’s menstrual cycle
  • How did the pill affect Catherine’s cycle and her body
  • How Catherine’s menstrual cycle was interrupted by her exercise routine
  • Though currently pregnant, how has the Fertility Awareness program benefitted Catherine and prepared her for life postpartum
  • How Hypothalamic Amenorrhea can affect your bone mass
  • The importance of Catherine making sure she is getting enough to eat postpartum to avoid losing her period again
  • How steady-state exercises can increase cortisol levels and actually be a stressor on your body
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Program

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 274 | Paper Charting | Top 3 Reasons to Chart Your Cycles on Paper | Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Do you prefer paper charting to charting apps? Have you ever considered charting your cycles on paper? In today’s episode I’ll take you through the top 3 benefits of charting your cycles on paper! You’ll also get a sneak peak behind the scenes of my new Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The FAM Charting Workbook is the first paper charting workbook to include 3 years worth of charting pages, and is fully customizable depending on what charting system you follow! Head over to fertilityfriday.com/workbookto grab your copy today!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook launches today!
  • What is the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook
  • What did Lisa originally use to start charting her cycles
  • Who is the ideal candidate for the workbook
  • The benefits of charting on paper
  • How charting apps can add confusion
  • Why charting on paper can really let you customize your observations
  • Why it’s beneficial to have the paper records of your charting
  • How long the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook will last for you
  • What information is included in the workbook for you to reference
  • How many versions of the workbook are there
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 21:00:00 +0000
FFP 273 | The Magnesium Miracle | Magnesium & Your Menstrual Cycle | Dr. Carolyn Dean MD, ND

Dr. Carolyn Dean is a medical doctor and naturopath. She’s the author of over 35 books including best seller The Magnesium Miraclealong with IBS for Dummies, Hormone Balance, Death by Modern Medicine, and 110 Kindle books. In 2011, she launched RnA ReSetand brought her 50 years of experience into her proprietary, unique formulations that give every individual at any stage of wellness or illness the necessary building blocks for sustained health, vitality and well-being.

In today’s episode we focus on magnesium, and how magnesium deficiency can negatively impact your health, your cycles, and your fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What led Dr. Dean to focus on magnesium
  • What is the percentage of people that are magnesium deficient and why
  • The many activities that deplete magnesium
  • Why a lot of athletes have magnesium deficiency
  • How many conditions are associated with magnesium deficiency
  • What are some side effects of magnesium deficiency
  • Why it takes time to fully rectify nutrient deficiency
  • How to know if you are deficient in magnesium
  • How magnesium affects the menstrual cycle or menopause
  • What are the different types of magnesium
  • The benefits of an epsom salt bath for optimal absorption
  • What are some supplements that Dr. Dean recommends for rectifying nutrient deficiencies
  • How magnesium can affect your heart rate
  • The connection between the thyroid and magnesium
Connect with Dr. Carolyn Dean You can connect with Dr. Carolyn Dean on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

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Fri, 23 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 272 | The Truth About The Implant | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Laura

In today’s latest edition of the Pill Reality Series I share my interview with Laura. Laura shares her experience using the contraceptive implant. An episode you won’t want to miss!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Laura decided to get the contraceptive implant
  • What are some side effects Laura experienced from the arm implant
  • How did Laura change emotionally from the implant
  • Laura’s differences in side effects from the pill vs. the arm implant
  • Who influenced Laura to remove her implant and what that removal experience was like
  • What Laura is currently doing to prevent pregnancy
  • How long after her implant was removed did she notice changes in her body
  • How looking back on her journaling, Laura really was able to conclude how her body was affected by the contraceptive implant
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 271 | Sexual Pleasure And Redefining “Sex” | Amy Baldwin & April Lampert

Amy is a Sex and Relationship Coach (trained in the Somatica® Method), Certified Sex Educator, lead educator for Uberlube, as well as co-owner of a mother-daughter owned pleasure boutique called Pure Pleasure Shop. Amy has a passion for promoting shame-free, pleasure-focused sexuality education while emphasizing the deep emotional and energetic forces behind great sex and intimate connection, offering everything from private sessions to how-to workshops to erotic empowerment retreats.

April has been educating people about sexual pleasure, health and wellness at a global scale for the past 9 years. She travels internationally as VP of Hot Octopuss, an innovative pleasure product company. April was voted Woman of the Year in the adult industry, and continues to climb to new heights as the Boss Queen that she is.

In today’s episode we focus on sexual pleasure and redefining “sex” from a more feminine-centric place.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How did April & Amy get involved in the field of sex education
  • Why is there such shame around talking about sex and sexual experiences
  • What is a sexological body worker
  • How sensation play could help you focus more on the experience
  • The importance of getting out of your own way during sex and tuning in to the experience
  • Why you have to put work in to your sexual relationship with your partner to keep it fun and interesting
  • Figure out what is sexy to you and share that with your partner
  • What is the clitoris and how is it used for pleasure
  • Why it is important to explore yourself and figure out what you like
  • The importance of stopping the negative self-talk and love all parts of you
Connect with Amy & April: You can connect with Amy & April on their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on their website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 270 | Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | How Laura Got Her Period Back 5 Years After Coming Off The Pill | Laura Bruner

Laura is a Certified Nutrition Consultant, Certified CrossFit Trainer, mama to Evie Wilder, and firm believer in the mind, body, soul connection. She is one of the voices and hearts behind the Modern Mamas Podcast and has a passion for supporting families (especially mamas) in every phase. Laura’s goal is to educate and inspire towards intuitive shifts in daily habits and headspace, leading to healthier minds and bodies, increased strength and physical potential, longevity, and most importantly, the empowerment that comes with taking your health into our own hands.

In today’s episode Laura shares her experience with hypothalamic amenorrhea, and how she got her period back 5 years after coming off the pill.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Laura to start the Modern Mamas Podcast
  • How mindfulness changed Laura’s life
  • What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
  • How exercise, nutrition and stress can affect your menstrual cycle
  • How did Laura feel during the 5 years before her period came back post-pill
  • How learning to love her body and changing her mindset on her body image changed Laura’s health
  • What steps did Laura take to get her period to return
  • The importance of women appreciating their bodies and all that they can do
  • Why it is so important to listen to your body and tune into what it is telling you
Connect with Laura Bruner: You can connect with Laura on her Facebook, Twitter,Instagramand on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 269 | Can Women Ovulate More Than Once Per Cycle? | Can Women Ovulate While Pregnant? | Lets Set The Record Straight! | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I address one of the most prevalent myths about the menstrual cycle. Can women ovulate multiple times per cycle? Is it possible to ovulate once in your cycle and again a week later? Is it possible to ovulate while pregnant? In today’s episode I lay these myths to rest and set the record straight once and for all!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What are common myths about the menstrual cycle
  • The biological process of the menstrual cycle
  • When does your true menstrual period happen
  • The effects of estrogen in your cycle
  • What happens during ovulation
  • How long does ovulation last
  • Why it’s not possible to have double ovulation
  • Ways to confirm ovulation
  • Events that may be confused for double ovulation
  • What causes delayed ovulation
  • What is a double peak
  • What does a positive ovulation kit predict
  • How the human reproductive cycle operates
  • What happens to our bodies during pregnancy
  • How the body blocks itself from being able to become pregnant again while already pregnant
  • The importance of knowing pregnancy and implantation cannot just happen at random
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 268 | Postpartum Planning | What Really Happens After Birth | Adriana Lozada

Adriana’s background is multi-layered and multi-cultural. A former print and online editor from Venezuela, the birth of her daughter sparked her passion for being a birth advocate. With over 12 years of experience, Adriana is a certified advanced birth doula, postpartum educator, healthy sleep consultant, and bestselling author. Adriana is also the host of the Birthful Podcast, where she talks to amazing, knowledgeable, and passionate birth professionals every week, to help new and expectant parents inform their intuition. This is part of her quest to help expectant parents everywhere get birth and postpartum ready.

In today’s episode we have a candid conversation about the postpartum period from what it really looks like to how to prepare for it!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What inspired Adriana to jump into the birthing world
  • What is the official role of a Doula
  • The difference between a doula and a midwife
  • The benefits of birth doulas and postpartum doulas
  • The importance of postpartum education
  • The idea of motherhood postpartum vs. the reality of those first few weeks
  • The toll the first few weeks of postpartum life can take on a new mother
  • The importance of a new mother to rest, recover and discover
  • Benefits of establishing a postpartum plan
  • Embracing the change and having grace during that change
  • Communicating with your partner and sharing the mental load
  • How the “super woman” idea causes unnecessary stressors and pressure on mothers
  • Don’t forget to breathe!
Connect with Adriana Lozada: You can connect with Adriana on her Facebook , Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 267 | Heavy Metal Detoxification for Fertility | Wendy Myers

Wendy Myers is founder of Myersdetox.com. She is a detox expert and functional diagnostic nutritionist in Los Angeles, CA. She is the #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue. Wendy’s podcast is Myers Detox. Passionate about the importance of detox to live a long disease free life, she created the revolutionary Myers Detox Protocolafter working with thousands of clients.

In today’s episode we continue the conversation we started last week about heavy metal detoxification, and how it relates to your health and fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How did Wendy get into the area of heavy metals and detox
  • What were some of the symptoms Wendy had that led her to discover her heavy metals toxicity
  • How Wendy’s menstrual cycle was affected by her toxicity
  • How long did it take for Wendy to start feeling better after starting her detox
  • Where does heavy metal toxicity come from
  • Metals that most affect our hormones
  • Where are we getting exposed to these heavy metals
  • How lead and cadmium can affect fertility
  • How do you know if heavy metals are a problem for you
  • Wendy’s advice for those that are planning for pregnancy
  • How heavy metal toxicity can affect the baby during pregnancy
  • Practical ways to get started with your heavy metal detox
  • The importance of buying products without fragrance in them
  • Everyone reacts to the detox differently- sometimes right away and some gradually over time
  • Start figuring out what going on with your body by taking a heavy metals test (see resources below)
  • Why detoxing is a lifestyle and not a quick fix
Connect with Wendy Myers You can connect with Wendy on her Facebook , Twitter, Instagramand on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 266 | Detoxification for Fertility | Dr. Erika Enos, ND

Dr. Enos is a registered Naturopathic Doctor in the state of Colorado and owner of Healing Roots Natural Medicine. Dr Enos strives to understand (and help her patients to understand) and correct health issues by identifying their root causes. While Dr. Enos works with patients with a wide variety of issues, her area of expertise is autoimmunity and "medical mysteries." Her approach to care involves unique blend of the best of traditional naturopathic medicine, biotherapeutic drainage, and functional medicine. Dr. Enos completed her naturopathic degree at National University of Natural Medicine and her undergraduate degree at the University of California at Berkeley.

In today’s episode we talk all about detoxification, and how it relates to your health and fertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 264 | Cycling With the Moon | Dr. Katherine Dale, ND

During her 15-year practice as a Naturopath, Dr. Katherine has focused on uncovering the mysteries of Women’s Health: fertility, menstruation, and hormonal balance. In order to remain connected to her Natural Medicines (herbs, vitamins, and homeopathics) she regularly holds Mindful Moon Meditations. Dr. Katherine will guide you to connect to the cycles of the earth and your own body cycles; allowing you to heal your own body.

In today’s episode we delve into the connection between the menstrual cycle and the lunar cycle.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Who inspired Dr. Katherine to get into health care
  • What is Lunaception?
  • The relation between the light and dark of the moon and the ebbing and flowing of activity in our own lives
  • How the average menstrual cycle of 29 days matches up with the lunar cycle
  • Does the light aspect of the lunar cycle impact women’s menstrual cycles
  • How lights in your room at night can affect your hormones
  • How Dr. Katherine uses the new moon to get a woman’s menstrual cycle back and on track
  • Do all women cycle with the moon?
  • The importance of getting in tune with your cycle
  • Are you still affected by the moon if you are on hormonal birth control?
  • How beneficial it is to connect your body with your creative potential within you by connecting to the moon cycle and your own cycle
Connect with Dr. Katherine Dale: You can connect with Dr. Katherine on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 263 | Surrogacy and Egg Donation | Eloise Drane

Eloise is the founder of Family Inceptions — a “boutique style” family planning agency specializing in surrogacy and egg donation and Surrogacy Roadmap, a digital online platform teaching potential parents how to complete a successful surrogacy journey without paying agency cost— she considers it more than a business, but rather, a calling and she strives to be a blessing to the lives of people she meets each day. Eloise’s journey began in 1998 when she had the opportunity to be a kidney donor for her cousin. This experience became the catalyst for dedicating her life to serving others and empowering others to serve, and she went on to be an egg donor six times, and a surrogate three times. After these life-changing journeys, she was inspired to open a family planning agency in 2008 and continues to find deep joy and purpose in helping people fulfill their dreams of becoming parents.

In today’s episode we delve into everything you need to know about surrogacy and egg donation.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How did Eloise get started in the egg donation and surrogacy world
  • Why is there such a low percentage of surrogates being women of color
  • What Eloise’s first experience with egg donation was like and how that impacted the structure of her own business
  • The importance of knowing the risks and side effects-emotionally and physically-of egg donation before taking part in it
  • How anonymity in the donation process is decreasing
  • What inspired Eloise to be a surrogate 3 times
  • What does Eloise always ask couples before they move forward with surrogacy
  • What the surrogacy process entails
  • Are there rules around surrogacy that the surrogate must follow?
  • The importance of having a good relationship between the intended parents and the surrogate
  • The importance of knowing your countries surrogacy laws when partaking in International surrogacy
  • Who the people are that you will need on your team to successfully hire and use a surrogate
  • The importance of doing your due diligence and research before starting the surrogacy process
Connect with Eloise Drane: You can connect with Eloise on her Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Program

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 262 | Should Men Be Equally Responsible For Birth Control? | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I discuss a controversial article that came out recently suggesting that men are 100% responsible for all unplanned/unwanted pregnancies. Should men be responsible for birth control or should the responsibility fall on us? Tune in to find out my take on it!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Lisa’s take on the controversial article that came out on birth control and responsibility of men in pregnancy
  • What if women and men both took 100% of the responsibility of pregnancy
  • Why Lisa believes it truly is a privilege to be able to ejaculate inside a woman’s body
  • There is no birth control method that is 100% effective
  • How the pill has set up the expectation that having sex is different from having sex for pregnancy
  • What if men were expected to take full responsibility of pregnancy?
  • Why Lisa believes no one should have the blame put on them, but everyone should be more educated on what can happen when you have unprotected sex or get pregnant
  • The importance of couples or sexual partners to have conversations about sex, their preferred form of birth control and pregnancy
  • Is the withdraw method effective?
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 261 | Medical Gaslighting, Feminism, Reproductive Health, and Abortion | Nicole Jardim

Nicole is a certified Women’s Health Coach and the creator of Fix Your Period, a series of programs that empower women to reclaim their hormone health using a method that combines simplicity and sass. Her incredible work has impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of women around the world in effectively addressing a wide variety of period problems, including PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, painful periods, amenorrhea, and many more. Nicole is also the co-host of The Period Party podcast.

And in today’s episode we dive right into the controversy around diet, women’s healthcare, and abortion.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The side effects Nicole experienced from the pill and how that kick started her profession
  • The problem with birth control being prescribed as the quick fix for period issues
  • Why isn’t there more and better options to treat endometriosis
  • How being on birth control affects all parts of your health and body
  • The importance of listening to your body even when a doctor may tell you nothing is wrong
  • Finding the right diet to support hormonal health from a young age
  • The importance of being aware of your bodies signals after eating and how your cycle responds to what you are eating
  • How Nicole and Lisa individually feels about abortion and laws around women’s healthcare
Connect with Nicole Jardim: You can connect with Nicole on her Facebook, Instagram,Twitterand on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 31 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 260 | How Early Should You Start Planning For Pregnancy? | Meghan Telpner

Meghan is a Toronto-based author, speaker, nutritionist, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. She is the author of two best-selling, award winning books, UnDiet: Eat Your Way to Vibrant Healthand The UnDiet Cookbook. Meghan has been featured in Forbes, was ranked as one of the top 100 female entrepreneurs in Canada by PROFIT Magazine, and was named Best Holistic Nutritionist in 2017 and 2018 by National Nutrition Awards. With over ten years in the field, Meghan works tirelessly to empower her global community of Certified Culinary Nutrition Experts to become health leaders in the respective communities.

And in today’s episode we dive into preconception planning. Even if pregnancy is something you’re thinking about in the distant future, there are things you can start doing today to prepare for it.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Meghan’s self-healing experience for her autoimmune disease led her to her interest and studies in nutrition
  • There is no one diet for every person or for one person their whole life
  • How changes in diet could impact your fertility in the preconception phase
  • Simple things to change in your household to prepare for pregnancy
  • How to reduce causes of concern in your life when planning for pregnancy
  • Benefits of getting high quality fat & protein postpartum
  • The importance of finding answers and solutions that are good for you and your family and not putting too much pressure and stress on yourself to do something that is right for someone else
  • Why it’s important to also focus on male fertility
Connect with Meghan Telpner: You can connect with Meghan Telpner on her Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 259 | Thyroid, Adrenals, and Fertility | Dr. Aviva Romm, MD

Dr. Romm is a midwife, herbalist, and Yale-trained MD, Board Certified in Family Medicine with Obstetrics, who has been bridging the best of traditional medicine with good science for over three decades.

She is considered one of the world's leaders in botanical medicine and is the author of 7 books on natural medicine, including the textbook Botanical Medicine for Women’s Health (Elsevier) and The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution (Harper One).

And in today’s episode we dive into thyroid and adrenal health, and how it can impact fertility and the menstrual cycle.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobookis finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Signfor FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Dr. Romm’s scientific curiosity at a young age led her to her career path
  • The lack of in-depth women’s health studies in traditional medical school
  • How to choose the right practitioner
  • The function of the adrenals vs. thyroid
  • What factors keep the stress response system chronically activated
  • How insulin resistance is a main cause of PCOS
  • Signs your adrenals may be in overdrive
  • The 3 key things to reset your adrenals
  • The importance of keeping your blood sugar balanced
  • How getting enough sleep benefits your body and stress system
  • How cortisol impacts thyroid function
  • Does the pill affect thyroid function?
  • How problems with your adrenals or thyroid affect fertility
  • How to handle hypothyroidism when pregnant
Connect with Dr. Aviva Romm: You can connect with Dr. Aviva Romm on her Facebook, Twitter, Instagramand on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!


Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 258 | BBT Charting | Top 10 Questions About Basal Body Temperature Charting | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share with you the answers to the top 10 questions about BBT (basal body temperature) charting!

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon. Exciting news!! The audiobook is finally here! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE when you sign up for a 30 day free trial with Audible. Click here to download now.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Basal Body Temperature and when do you ideally take it
  • How you get the most accurate reading of your temperature
  • Factors that can affect your BBT
  • The 3 best spots to take your temperature
  • Are there normal pre and post ovulatory temperatures
  • What main element should your thermometer have
  • Does BBT predict ovulation
  • The importance of trying to take your BBT at the same time every day
  • Are wearable devices beneficial
  • When to take your temperature postpartum
  • The importance of making notes in your chart when taking your BBT
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 257 | Mercier Therapy for Pelvic Pain and Infertility | Dr. Jennifer Mercier, ND, PhD

Founder and creator of Mercier Therapy, Jennifer Mercier has been in practice for over a decade and serves women with primary and secondary infertility, pelvic pain and surgical recovery. Most of the women that consult Dr. Mercier's expertise have been diagnosed with endometriosis, PCOS, scar tissue, fibroids, blocked tubes, premature ovarian failure, diminished ovarian reserve, advanced age, and hormone/thyroid imbalance.

Mercier Therapy is a deep pelvic organ visceral manipulation done via the abdomen. Deep manipulation provides better organ mobility and increased blood flow to enhance overall pelvic organ function.

In today’s episode we talk about the incredible benefits of this powerful abdominal therapy modality, and its implications for women’s health.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Mercier Therapy
  • Who are the ideal candidates for Mercier Therapy
  • What led Dr. Mercier to her abdominal therapy career
  • The importance of abdominal therapy before, during and after pregnancy
  • The importance of abdominal therapy increasing mobility and blood flow
  • How abdominal therapy can better connect you with that area of your body
  • The effectiveness rates with Mercier Therapy
Connect with Dr. Mercier: You can connect with Dr. Mercier on her Facebook and her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 03 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 256 | Gut Health & Fertility | Sarah Clark

When Sarah was 28 years old, she received a diagnosis of premature ovarian failure. She accepted the diagnosis and had both her children through in vitro fertilization. Years later she realized the root cause of her infertility was a food intolerance. Sarah is a certified life coach with accreditation from the International Coaches Federation and a health coach with training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She is the author of Fabulously Fertile - Supercharge Your Fertility Naturally,and she is also the host of the Get Pregnant Naturally Podcast.

In today’s episode we talk about the link between overall health and fertility, and why it’s important to take a holistic approach to improve fertility challenges.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

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Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The importance of listening to what your body is telling you and the signals it is giving you
  • How sudden changes in your lifestyle can turn on and off disease
  • How long term use of birth control can affect your gut health
  • Similarities with gut health and menstrual health reflecting other issues in your body
  • How food sensitivity testing can determine the best foods for your personal health
  • What the DUTCH Test reveals about your hormones
  • A fundamental difference between a conventional medical approach versus a functional medical approach
  • The importance of focusing on your self-care and giving your body some love
Connect with Sarah: You can connect with Sarah on her Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor:

The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Wed, 01 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 255 | Is Questioning The Pill Anti Feminist? | Beyond The Pill | Dr. Jolene Brighten, ND

Dr. Jolene Brighten is a Functional Medicine Naturopathic Medical Doctor and the founder of Rubus Health, a women’s medicine clinic that specializes in women’s hormones. She is recognized as a leading expert in Post-Birth Control Syndrome and the long-term side effects associated with hormonal contraceptives. Dr. Brighten is the author of Beyond the Pill, a 30 day plan to support women on birth control, help them transition off, and eliminate symptoms of post-birth control syndrome. She is a speaker, women’s health advocate and a medical advisor for one of the first data-driven apps to offer women personalized birth control recommendations.

In today’s episode we talk about the problem with using the pill as the “cure-all” for all things menstrual (since the pill does not cure or fix anything), and the complexities of questioning the pill as a feminist.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Dr. Brighten’s health issues as a child lead her to her career path in naturopathic medicine
  • The reasons why the pill is not actually a treatment to women’s health issues
  • How the goal of Dr. Brighten’s book, Beyond the Pill, was not to be anti-feminist, but to provide all the information on the effects of hormonal birth control so women can make an educated decision on whether the pill is right for them or not
  • The younger you are put on the pill and they longer you stay on it, the higher probability you can develop endometriosis
  • How hormonal birth control simply masks symptoms of PCOS and can actually raise your risk of it
  • Why the menstrual cycle is an important indication of health
  • The importance of trusting yourself and what you believe is going on in your body when talking with medical professionals
Connect with Dr. Brighten: You can connect with Dr. Brighten on her Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

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Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 254 | 5 Ways Fertility Awareness Will Help You Get Pregnant | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share with you the top 5 ways Fertility Awareness will help you get pregnant! Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or planning to conceive in the near (or distant) future, you’ll want to tune in!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:

  • What does it mean to preserve your fertility?
  • How long should you be off of hormonal birth control before trying to get pregnant?
  • How Fertility Awareness helps you time sex accurately
  • The 3 signs that determine your fertile days
  • When do you produce cervical mucus?
  • The role cervical mucus plays in sperm fertilization
  • How your menstrual cycle is the fifth vital sign
  • Why eating healthier or consuming more unhealthy items than normal may affect your menstrual cycle
  • The benefits of tracking your cycle for your own health benefits

Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 253 | Does Fertility Awareness Really Work? | Sarrah & Lisa

In today’s episode I share an on-air session with my client Sarrah! Join us as we talk about transitioning to fertility awareness for birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Sarrah’s experience with hormonal birth control
  • What brought Sarrah to Fertility Awareness
  • What it means to have a continuous mucus pattern
  • How to determine you fertile window with focusing on the shift in mucus consistency
  • The benefit of checking your cervix daily when dealing with a continuous mucus pattern
  • The importance of your mucus observation lining up with your temperature
  • Sarrah’s journey with the Copper IUD
  • Thoughts on hormonal birth control for men
  • How Fertility Awareness has already affected Sarrah in her short time of charting
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 252 | Identifying Your Fertile Window | Devyn & Lisa

In today’s episode I share an on-air session with my client Devyn! Join us as we talk about transitioning to fertility awareness for birth control.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Devyn found Fertility Friday and the Fertility Awareness Method
  • How did Devyn feel after getting off the pill?
  • Fertility Awareness is a process. It’s experiential learning.
  • Natural ways to manage and help painful periods
  • The challenges with checking your cervix
  • The importance of changing your expectations when first starting to chart
  • Why checking your cervix is so important with the Fertility Awareness Method
  • Always remember it's important to have patience with the Fertility Awareness process
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 251 | Postpartum Charting & Using FAM for Birth Control | Tara & Lisa

In today’s episode I share an on-air session with my client Tara! Join us as we talk about using FAM for birth control, and postpartum charting.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Tara’s journey with charting and discovering Fertility Awareness postpartum
  • Is it possible for a person to successfully chart for the first time postpartum?
  • The 2 questions to ask yourself everyday when trying to decipher the shift in your cycle
  • The challenges with successfully charting postpartum
  • The importance of being confident with your charting and making sure all signs line up
  • What do you do when you forget to chart or another factor interrupts your charting?
  • There is no such thing as a perfect chart or a perfect cycle
  • Whether trying to conceive or not, the Fertility Awareness Method is a wonderful tool for body awareness
  • What does it mean that the menstrual cycle is a vital sign?
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 250 | The Top 5 Myths About Fertility Awareness | Lisa | Fertility Friday

We made it! 250 episodes and counting! Today I celebrate this exciting milestone by addressing 5 of the most common myths about fertility awareness and the menstrual cycle!

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The main differences between the Rhythm Method and the Fertility Awareness Method
  • What is the importance of cervical mucus in terms of your menstrual cycle?
  • How a healthy woman’s maturing menstrual cycle changes the length of her cycle over time
  • Your menstrual cycle is directly related to your overall health
  • Do hormonal birth control options actually fix any health issues?
  • The effects of hormonal birth control on the menstrual cycle
  • It is not normal to be in so much pain during your menstrual cycle
  • What can period pain be a sign of?
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 249 | The Copper IUD and Pregnancy | Pill Reality Series | Lisa & Angie

In today’s episode, I share an interview with Angie, a member of the Fertility Friday community who shares her experience with the copper IUD. Unfortunately, Angie experienced a surprise (unplanned) pregnancy while using the device. She shares her experience as well as valuable insights for anyone who has ever considered using it.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What are some of the side effects Angie first experienced when she had the Copper IUD inserted?
  • What is the failure rate with the Copper IUD? How did Angie react when she learned she was part of that percentage?
  • Angie’s recovery (mentally and physically) after her emergency surgery
  • How does Angie feel about the Copper IUD now?
  • Angie’s experience so far with the Fertility Awareness Method
  • The importance of researching your any form of birth control before you decide what is best for your body
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 248 | Abdominal Therapy for Fertility, Conception, and Emotional Healing | Andrea Thompson

Andrea Thompson, LMT, has been a licensed and practicing massage therapist in Oregon. Her passion is utilizing modalities, such as Craniosacral Therapy and Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy ®, to bring a deep sense of awareness to the body while tapping into its inherent healing capabilities. Although she enjoys working with all ages and genders, her main focus is working with female-bodied people to assist them in the process of attaining healthy menses and natural conception, as well as aiding them through the physical changes of pregnancy.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The benefits of massage therapy and body work modalities for a woman’s fertility
  • How body awareness can change your health and mindset
  • What is Craniosacral Therapy?
  • How can vaginal steaming help with your menses?
  • Castor oil pack benefits
  • The importance of having your cervix and uterus aligned
  • Why having a healthy and clean womb not only helps with fertility and your menstrual cycle, but also helps your baby in the long run
  • How pregnancy massages and prenatal yoga are beneficial to your ever changing body
  • How body work can be healing for women (or any individual) who has been through trauma, whether physical or emotional
Connect with Andrea: You can connect with Andrea on Facebook and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 247 | The Truth About Copper IUDs | Pill Reality Series | Nina and Kathryn

In today’s special edition of the Pill Reality Series, I share two interviews with Nina and Kathryn, two women who used the copper IUD, and wanted to share their experiences with it.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Benefits and possible side effects of the Copper IUD
  • What were some of the side effects Nina experienced with the Copper IUD?
  • How long did it take Nina's body to regulate after removing the Copper IUD?
  • Is insertion of an IUD downplayed?
  • Kathryn’s positive side effects with the Copper IUD
  • What was the reasoning behind Kathryn removing the Copper IUD?
  • Importance of sharing and researching experiences with various types of birth controls
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 246 | Heavy Flow | Managing the Complexities of Menstruation | Amanda Laird

Amanda Laird is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist™ and host of The Heavy Flow Podcast – a weekly podcast dedicated to periods, reproductive health and other taboo health and wellness topics, and Amanda is the author of Heavy Flow: Breaking the Curse of Menstruation.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Embracing your menstrual cycle and escaping the wrath of period negativity
  • Why are women's bodies being ignored in capitalist structures?
  • Does your period interrupt your productivity?
  • Balancing work and motherhood
  • Why is it important to talk to the next generation about menstruation?
Connect with Amanda: You can connect with Amanda on her Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 245 | Essential Oils and Your Hormones | Dr Mariza Snyder

Dr. Mariza is functional practitioner, and the author of six books: including the The DASH Diet Cookbook and and her most recent book The Essential Oils Hormone Solution. She has been featured on Fox News, MindBodyGreen, Dr. Oz, the HuffingtonPost, and in Women's Health, Shape and Self magazines. She has lectured at wellness centers, hospitals, conferences, and corporations on hormone health and essential oils, nutrition, and detoxification, and she is the host of the Essentially You Podcast.

In today's episode we talk about essential oils and their impact on hormones and the menstrual cycle.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What are essential oils?
  • The non-invasive healing powers of essential oils
  • How to bring essential oils into your life
  • Can oils help with balancing hormones?
  • The impact of oils on fertility and menstrual pain
  • Managing stress with essential oils
  • Are essential oils safe to use during pregnancy?
Connect with Dr. Mariza: You can connect with Dr. Mariza on her Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 244 | The Truth About Using FAM for Birth Control | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode I share the honest truth about using fertility awareness for birth control, and what are the main reasons why women get pregnant (user failure) when using the method. I share what you need to know in order for this method to work for you, and it’s more than simply “follow the rules”. I know you’ll appreciate this episode, because it’s the stuff no one talks about.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • User failure versus method failure
  • The difference between user failure and method failure as it relates to fertility awareness
  • How effective is the fertility awareness method?
  • The importance of understanding the rules (fully) prior to using fertility awareness for birth control
  • What is "rhythm method thinking"?
  • Why the decision to become pregnant is not black and white, and how to manage the grey area
  • Managing your fertile window effectively
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 243 | The Fourth Trimester | Postpartum Care with Maga Mama | Kimberly Ann Johnson

Kimberly is a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner, birth doula, and single mom. She specializes in helping women prepare for birth, recover from birth injuries and birth trauma, and heal from sexual trauma. She is the founder of Magamama.com, an international holistic women’s health care resource for expectant and new mothers. She is the co-founder of the STREAM School for Pelvic Care, where she trained birth professionals, yoga teachers, somatic therapists, and bodyworkers to help women prepare for birth and recover from birth. She is the author of bestselling The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions and Restoring Your Vitality.

In today’s episode we talk about the fourth trimester, and why postpartum care is essential for both mother and baby.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 242 | Planning for Pregnancy | What You Need To Know! | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Today I share the top 4 ways to prepare your body for pregnancy.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why you'll want to consider coming off hormonal birth control 18 months to 2 years before you are ready to start trying to conceive.
  • Managing your fertility post-birth control
  • The importance of a preconception period of at least 6–12 months before you start actively trying to conceive
  • Why it's equally (if not more!) important for men to institute a preconception period of at least 6–12 months before you're ready to start trying for a baby
  • Getting the timing right using fertility awareness when you're ready to conceive
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Follow this link to purchase your copy today.

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 241 | Behind The Scenes | The Fifth Vital Sign | Interpreting The Data | Lisa | Fertility Friday

I've had many requests to share some behind the scenes info about the process of bringing my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility to life! Today I pull back the curtain and share what the writing process was like, and some of my key takeaways now that the book is finished and out in the world!

I share what it was like going through thousands of research papers to provide the depth of information you'll find in this mammoth book, my reflections after seeing what the data shows — and after reviewing the researchers' interpretations of that data.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What the process was like researching for this book, and how that affected the writing process
  • The importance of thinking critically about scientific research
  • The relationship between hormonal birth control and fertility
  • How hormonal birth control affects menstrual cycle parameters
  • How hormonal birth control impacts the time it will take you to become pregnant when you stop taking it
  • Why many researchers conclude that this well established (temporary) delay in the return of fertility is no big deal
  • Why I had to give myself some grace and let go of my expectations of the timeline (writing, editing, etc.)
  • Managing the range of emotions that sparked up as I wrote this book
  • Why it's up to us to demand better medical care
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Follow this link to purchase your copy today.

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 240 | The Fifth Vital Sign is LIVE today | Book Launch | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Exciting news to share today! My new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility was released today! After 2 years of researching, writing, editing, and more editing, The Fifth Vital Sign is finally here!

In today’s episode, I talk about the main message of the book: Why we must look at the menstrual cycle as a vital sign that is constantly relaying important information about our health and fertility. We can tap into this incredible knowledge by paying attention to our cycles, and monitor our progress by paying attention to how our cycles change over time. Fertility awareness is a central part of this process as it gives us the tools to both modify and understand what’s happening in our cycles.

Today’s episode is sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • When I first discovered that the menstrual cycle is the fifth vital sign of your health and fertility
  • The incredible properties (and role) of cervical mucus
  • What information will you find in the book?
  • What are the normal parameters of a healthy menstrual cycle?
  • The issue with timing sex based on a specific day of the menstrual cycle
  • Why hormonal birth control is not the answer to period problems (and menstrual cycle irregularities)
  • The history of the pill, and how it relates to our current understanding of how it works
  • The research on how the pill alters mate choice
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility

This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Follow this link to purchase your copy today.

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
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FFP 239 | 6 Ways to Improve Your Menstrual Cycle in 2019 | Lisa | Fertility Friday

New Year, new beginnings! In today’s episode, I share 6 ways to improve your menstrual cycle in 2019.

Join us for Fertility Awareness Mastery in January 2019! We start in a few weeks.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The important role of sleep (quality and quantity!) in menstrual cycle health and fertility
  • Reducing your xenoestrogen exposure
  • Why it's time to identify your vices, and consider reducing your consumption (alcohol, caffeine, sugar, unopposed and/or refined carbohydrates, food sensitivities)
  • Addressing nutrient deficiencies
  • The role of menstrual cycle charting
  • Finding ways to de-stress
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 239 | 6 Ways to Improve Your Menstrual Cycle in 2019 | Lisa | Fertility Friday

New Year, new beginnings! In today’s episode, I share 6 ways to improve your menstrual cycle in 2019.

Join us for Fertility Awareness Mastery in January 2019! We start next week! If you were waiting for the last minute, it has officially arrived!

Today’s episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us? Click here for more information!

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 238 | Fertility Awareness, Birth Control, and Body Literacy | Lisa & Leah C

Today I share an on-air client session with my client Leah C. Leah was a part of my most recent 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery group program. In today’s episode, we explore the challenges associated with coming off hormonal contraceptives and transitioning to using fertility awareness for birth control.

Join us for Fertility Awareness Mastery in January 2019! We start in a few weeks.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The link between hormonal birth control and migraines
  • Managing the fear of coming off birth control
  • The downside of coming off hormonal birth control in Leah's case
  • Supporting liver function
  • Managing sugar cravings (and keeping your blood sugar balanced)
  • Transitioning off birth control in favour of using fertility awareness to prevent pregnancy
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 237 | Demystifying the Cervix | Lisa & Dana

Today I share an on-air client session with my client Dana. Dana was a part of my most recent 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery group program. Join us for Fertility Awareness Mastery in January 2019! We start in a few weeks.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Using fertility awareness for birth control, and also to gain important health information
  • Birth control side effects
  • The issue with IUDs, more specifically, painful insertion
  • Identifying the fertile window (the role of mucus)
  • Discharge related to abnormal cervical cells and how charting can help you identify it
  • Getting into the habit of checking your cervix (and dealing with the frustration of cervix checking!)
  • How to identify pregnancy on your chart
  • The importance of developing body literacy
  • Assembling your ideal healthcare team
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 236 | Unexplained Pelvic Pain & Fertility Awareness Charting | Lisa & Leah B

Today I share an on-air client session with my client Leah B. Leah was a part of my most recent 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery group program. Join us for Fertility Awareness Mastery in January 2019! We start in a few weeks.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How to tell if your menstrual/pelvic pain is normal
  • Could pelvic/menstrual pain be related to endometriosis?
  • How Leah used body literacy to reduce her pelvic pain over time
  • Deconstructing cervical position charting
  • Why it's easier to chart your cycles when your cycles are healthy
  • The impact of light on the menstrual cycle
  • Reducing nighttime light exposure
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 235 | Reflections After 4 Years of Podcasting | Anniversary Edition | Lisa | Fertility Friday

Happy Podcast-aversary to Fertility Friday! (Yay!) The Fertility Friday podcast has been going strong for 4 years. I can barely believe it because it certainly doesn’t feel like it’s been that long. The saying “time flies when you’re having fun” definitely applies here!

In today’s episode, I share my top takeaways from 2018. I often think of my years in themes, and several themes came up for me this year. I call out the healthcare system, do a bit of pill-bashing, and discuss where feminism fits into it all leaving you with a jam-packed and informative episode you won’t want to miss!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 234 | Thyroid Health and Your Charts | Lisa & Taq

Taq was a member of my January 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Program, and today she joins me for an on-air client session! We talk about thyroid and fertility, and why it’s not always easy to find a practitioner who will help you determine the root cause.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us?

Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The emotional side effects Taq experienced on hormonal birth control
  • Building the habit of charting your cycles
  • Reducing nighttime sleep exposure to improve menstrual cycle health
  • How thyroid disorders show up on the menstrual cycle chart
  • The difference between T4 and T3 (thyroid hormones) and why the TSH test alone isn't sufficient to diagnose thyroid disorders
  • Functional vs conventional ranges for thyroid hormone lab tests
  • Shifting to body literacy, and learning to appreciate your menstrual cycles
  • The importance of seeking support from a qualified health practitioner who specializes in the specific issue you have
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter and on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 233 | Progesterone and the Importance of Regular Ovulation | Dr. Jerilynn Prior

Dr. Prior is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia working on women’s health. She studies menstrual cycles, the effects of ovulation and its disturbances on women’s later life osteoporotic fracture, heart attack, and breast cancer risks. She is the British Columbia Center Director of the Canadian Multicentre Osteoporosis Study (CaMos), a 20-year prospective 9-centre population-based bone and general health study and the Scientific Director and Founder of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research.

I first interviewed Dr. Prior back in episode 55, so make sure to take a listen if you haven’t heard it before. In today’s episode we’re talking about the important role of progesterone (and regular ovulation) for overall health, beyond your ability to procreate!

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us? Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The connection between regular ovulation and overall health
  • The difference between anovulation and a short luteal phase as it relates to low progesterone
  • The relationship between low progesterone, a short luteal phase, and stress
  • Could menstrual cycle disruptions be related to the status of women in our culture?
  • Why would subtle variations of progesterone in the luteal phase make such a significant difference in a woman's bone density
  • The true ratio of estrogen to progesterone in the menstrual cycle
  • The different roles of estrogen and progesterone in the menstrual cycle
  • The impact of hormonal contraceptives on bone density, particularly as it relates to the development of peak bone mass
  • The impact of progesterone on a woman's risk of heart attack
  • The impact of stress on heart health
  • The role of mindfulness practices in reducing stress
Connect with Dr. Jerilynn Prior: You can connect with Dr. Prior on her website. Resources mentioned

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 232 | Birth Stories | Planning and Preparing for Birth | Dr. Danielle Miller

Dr. Miller is board certified in Family Medicine and also has additional training as a Natural Procreative Technology Medical Consultant. As a NaPro physician, she has extensive experience in Natural Fertility Awareness and using a natural approach to correct common women’s health disorders. NaPro Technology is a new women’s health science that monitors and maintains a woman’s reproductive and gynecological health. It provides medical and surgical treatments that cooperate completely with the reproductive system. NaPro Technology Consultants have an extensive understanding of the female reproductive system and the fertility awareness method, and their treatment protocols are informed by the woman’s own unique menstrual cycle variations.

I first interviewed Dr. Miller back in Episode 31, so make sure to take a listen if you haven’t heard it before. In today’s episode, we’re talking about birth — preparing for birth, and how to maximize your chances of having the type of birth you want.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on January 22nd, 2019. Will you be joining us? Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Why Dr. Miller says she didn't really know what birth was until she had her first baby (even though she had previously attended over 100 births!)
  • How Dr. Miller was able to go from doctor to patient by preparing herself for her first birth
  • Why birth, itself, is not a medical emergency
  • The role of the cervix in birth — the difference between dilation and effacement
  • The incredible difference between Dr. Miller's first two birth experiences compared to her third
Connect with Dr. Miller: You can connect with Dr. Miller on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 231 | How To Get Your Partner On Board With Charting | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode, I share my top 10 strategies for getting your partner on board with fertility awareness charting, especially when you intend to switch to fertility awareness for birth control!

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs. My Fertility Awareness Programs are designed to help you to master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Share why fertility awareness is important to you
  • Take the necessary time to learn and understand the method before you start using it
  • Find out how much your partner wants to be involved
  • Consider taking a class to show your partner how serious you are about making it work
  • Decide on the lingo you and your partner will use to communicate whether you're fertile or infertile
  • Be clear and honest in your communication, especially if you miss a day or if you are unsure of your observations
  • Have a conversation about how you will manage your fertile window
  • Share the science with skeptical partners
  • Share the benefits of using fertility awareness!
  • Be patient as it may take time for your partner to feel comfortable using FAM
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 230 | Essure Problems | The Bleeding Edge | Angie Firmalino and Amanda Rusmisell

Angie Firmalino holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metal smithing from Syracuse University, an Associate’s in Psychology from Syracuse University, and an Associate’s in Jewelry Design from the FIT. She also studied abroad in Florence, Italy. She then worked as a bench jeweler in New York City, a goldsmith for Steven Kretchmer, and then became a freelance wax model maker after her first child was born in 1998. Due to continuing health problems, she no longer is able to work as a jeweler. Mrs. Firmalino founded an advocacy group against Essure in 2011, called Essure Problems. She continues to run that group and founded ASHES nonprofit in 2015. She is also involved with Medical Device Problems, a website launched in July of 2018. She and her family live in the Catskill Mountains of New York.

Amanda Rusmisell is a wife and mother of two boys in Charlotte, North Carolina. She holds her Bachelors of Science from Appalachian State University and her Masters of Counseling from the University of North Carolina Charlotte. Currently, she works in the nonprofit sector. Amanda has always been an active volunteer and advocate in her community. After being harmed from a medical device and having major surgery, she joined the Essure Problems Facebook Group. She was shocked to see the harm caused to so many women and was compelled to help. Amanda is the Legislative Liaison for the Essure Problems Group. She has spoken before the FDA, organized and participated in numerous advocacy meetings in Washington DC and collaborated with other nonprofits to bring awareness to the issues surrounding Essure and medical devices.

In today’s episode, we talk about the issues with Essure, a highly problematic form of permanent birth control that has affected tens of thousands of women worldwide, the recent Netflix documentary The Bleeding Edge, and the issue with the medical device industry.

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs. My Fertility Awareness Programs are designed to help you to master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Essure and why was an entire Netflix documentary created to address the issues with it?
  • The tendency of many medical professionals to minimize the experiences of women (i.e. medical "gas-lighting")
  • Pain with insertion and immediate side effects associated with Essure in some women
  • The curious history of Essure as it was first created as a fertility device
  • The role of the Essure Problems group in helping to get the Essure device discontinued in the United States (as of the end of 2018)
  • The issues with the medical device approval process in the United States
  • The various presentations of Essure side effects, and why many women don't experience side effects right away
  • How Essure passed clinical trials even though many of the women in the initial clinical trials experienced serious side effects
  • What side effects are associated with the Essure device
  • Issues with insertion and removal and why the Essure Problems group have developed a special removal protocol to follow to minimize removal issues
  • Broader implications of this situation as it relates to the status of women
  • The importance of body literacy for all women
  • The collective power of women when we join together
  • Your right to advocate for the care you need
Connect with Angie and Amanda: You can connect with Angie and Amanda on Facebook, Twitter and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 229 | Premature Ovarian Failure and Diminished Ovarian Reserve | Dr. Maureen Rozenn

Dr. Rozenn has practiced Integrative Medicine for almost 20 years. She is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine with a dual specialization in Women’s Health and Pain Management and a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM.org). She teaches Masters and Doctoral students from various universities on how to treat Women’s health, in addition to male and female fertility issues. Dr. Rozenn is working on the second edition of her book, Your Fertility Program, aimed to assist people to navigate the confusing field of infertility. You may remember her from our first interview together back in Episode 41.

Dr. Rozenn maintains a private practice in Santa Cruz, California where she provides specialized Integrative Medicine care including acupuncture and herbal therapy, diet and lifestyle counseling, and Western and Eastern diagnostic tests to men and women wishing to become parents.

In today’s episode, we talk about Premature Ovarian Failure (POF) and Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR), and why, other than IVF with an egg donor, Western medicine has few options to offer.

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs. My Fertility Awareness Programs are designed to help you to master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is premature ovarian failure?
  • What is resistant ovarian syndrome?
  • The cycle of seven in Chinese medicine as it pertains to women's reproductive lifespan
  • How the perspective of Western medicine differs from Chinese medicine
  • The challenge of hearing different information from different practitioners
  • How long does it take to improve egg quality in women?
  • The importance of consuming warm food (from a Chinese medicine perspective)
  • Why Dr. Rozenn recommends that you reduce your sugar consumption!
Connect with Maureen: You can connect with Maureen on Facebook, Twitter and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000
FFP 227 | Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals, Fibroids, and Epigenetics | Dr. Tiffany Katz, Ph.D.

Dr. Katz is an Instructor at Baylor College of Medicine in The Center for Precision Environmental Health. She began her research career as a McNair Scholar at the Pennsylvania State University and earned her Ph.D. at Rutgers University where she was a Southern Regional Education Board Doctoral Scholar and a National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute Fellowship recipient.

During her dissertation work, she began studying the developmental origins of health and disease and breast cancer risk. She went on to the University of Pittsburgh in the Women’s Cancer Research Center to continue studying how epigenetic mechanisms contribute to breast cancer risk with a particular focus on the protective effect of early pregnancy against breast cancer.

Dr. Katz believes that there are periods during the life course where the genome becomes highly dynamic to accommodate great change such as early development, puberty, and pregnancy and has termed these times of purposeful plasticity.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the connection between endocrine disrupting chemicals and various health issues including fibroids and endometriosis.

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Today’s episode is also sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs. My Fertility Awareness Programs are designed to help you to master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here for more information!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The protective effect of pregnancy on the lifetime risk of breast cancer (and how it relates to a woman's age at first pregnancy)
  • Is there a link between xenoestrogens and the development of fibroids and/or endometriosis?
  • Developmental exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals
  • The potential fallout of early exposure (in utero) to endocrine disrupting chemicals
  • The role of epigenetics in future risk of developing various health conditions
  • How big of a role a genetic predisposition to certain illnesses (i.e. fibroids, endometriosis) play in your risk of developing it?
  • Genetic determination versus environmental exposure
  • The difference between xenoestrogens and phytoestrogens
  • Practical ways to reduce your exposure
Connect with Tiffany: You can connect with Tiffany on LinkedIn, and on Baylor College's website.

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Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 226 | Xenoestrogens in Black Hair Products | Tola Okogwu

Tola Okogwu is a British blogger and author of the ‘Daddy Do My Hair?’ book series for children. She recently launched KECHIS ‘Kechi’s Hair Goes Every Which Way’ in May 2018, Tola wants to tackle the relationship between young black girls and their natural afro hair in a vibrant, entertaining and educational way. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in journalism and has written for several publications including Black Beauty and Hair Magazine and Metro UK.

In her own words: “For black people, hair is so much more than just what grows out of our heads. Along with our skin colour, it’s the biggest signifier of the differences between us and other races and for the longest time we’ve been made to feel that there is something wrong and unattractive about it.”

In today’s show, we talk about the issue of chemicals in black hair products, and how black women can move away from products that contain harmful chemicals.

Join me in New York on November 3rd for an epic event, Hack Your Cycles to Change Your Life! Click here for details

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The complexities and politics of straitening your hair as a black woman
  • The toxic and damaging nature of hair relaxer
  • Relaxer and chemical burns
  • Is there a link between hair relaxer and fibroids?
  • The importance of informed choice as it relates to hair-care products
  • Embracing the beauty of natural hair
  • How manufacturers have adapted to the natural hair movement
  • The xenoestrogen and other chemical content of natural hair products
  • The particular way black women use hair-care and other beauty products, and why this exacerbates our toxic exposure
  • How to minimize your exposure?
  • How many products do you need?
Connect with Tola: You can connect with Tola on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 225 | Egg Freezing and Cryopreservation | Fertility Preservation | Valerie Landis

Valerie has been working in women’s health field for the last decade. Her medical career experiences and passion for helping women merged when she founded her educational website eggsperience.com. She focuses on guiding women of any reproductive age through the complex and challenging paths of fertility decisions.

Valerie compliments the Eggsperience website with a fertility podcast called Eggology Club that she hosts to continue to change the conversation around cryopreservation and egg freezing. Valerie provides non-bias and fact-based information to empower women to feel inspired, brave, and act progressively to take control of their future families and protect their fertility.

And in today’s episode, we talk all about fertility preservation, cryopreservation, and egg freezing.

Today's episode is sponsored by my free FAM 101 video series? Click here for access.

Join me in New York on November 3rd for an epic event: Hack Your Cycles to Change Your Life! Click here for details.

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is fertility preservation?
  • What is the difference between egg and embryo freezing?
  • Can egg freezing stop the aging process?
  • The impact of aging on fertility?
  • How many eggs are necessary to have a successful pregnancy and live birth?
  • What is the best age for egg freezing?
  • What does egg freezing entail? Is it similar to IVF?
  • Improving egg quality in preparation for egg retrieval
  • Cost effective options for women who want to freeze their eggs
  • What types of drugs are used in the process?
Connect with Valerie: You can connect with Valerie on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 224 | Making Sense of Wonky Cycles | Lisa & Rachel

In today’s FAM Reality Series episode, Rachel and I talk about how to make sense of wonky cycles.

Click here for other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series.

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program. We start on October 9th (2018). Will you be joining us? Click here for details!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What issues can impact ovulation?
  • Interpreting temperature fluctuations
  • The relationship between cervical position and your hormone levels
  • The difference between random fluctuations and health issues that show up in your charts
  • The importance of looking for patterns and trends over several months prior to making rash judgements about your charts
  • Possible sources of breast tenderness during the luteal phase
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 223 | Overcoming Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | No Period. Now What? | Nicola Rinaldi

Today I am joined by Nicola Rinaldi, author of, No Period. Now What? for her second interview on the podcast. Make sure to go back and listen to our first interview together in Episode 141. Today’s episode focuses on the emotional aspects of hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), whereas our first episode focused more on how to identify the condition, and identifying the difference between HA and PCOS.

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program. Master fertility awareness, take a deep dive into your cycles, gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on October 9th. Will you be joining us? Click here for details!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)?
  • Why regular ovulation is important for overall health (not only when you want to have babies!)
  • The role of estrogen and progesterone in the menstrual cycle
  • Are periods necessary?
  • HA as a symptom of a broader social issue
  • The role of under-eating and over-exercise in HA
  • Overcoming the mindset associated with severe caloric restriction with food
  • Why hormonal contraceptives aren't the solution for HA
  • Overcoming HA when trying to conceive
Connect with Nicola: You can connect with Nicola on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 222 | Optimizing Sex For Conception With Limited Mucus | Daysi & Lisa

In today’s FAM Reality Series episode, Daysi shares her experience moving from a PCOS diagnosis to a possible diagnosis of endometriosis all while trying to conceive.

Click here for other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series.

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program. We start on October 9th (2018). Will you be joining us? Click here for details!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How much mucus is necessary for successful conception?
  • How to identify your fertile window?
  • The association between hormonal birth control and HPV and abnormal cervical cells
  • Why not all women experience the same observations of cervical mucus
  • The importance of monitoring sperm health when you experience fertility challenges
  • Stacking your healthcare team
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 221 | 10 Ways I Reduced My Sugar and Carbohydrate Consumption | Lisa | Fertility Friday

In today’s episode, I share the top 10 ways I’ve reduced my sugar consumption over the past 10 plus years, and I share how my cycles have changed as a result!

This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program. We start on October 9th. Will you be joining us? Click here for details!

You are invited to join us in the Fertility Awareness Mastery program! You’ll have an opportunity to master Fertility Awareness, take a deep dive into your cycles, gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. Click here to apply now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The reason why I opt for water over juice and pop
  • Why I went (mostly) gluten free & reduced my grain consumption
  • The importance of having a balanced breakfast
  • How to reduce your carbohydrate consumption by changing your plate
  • Knowing the difference between high and low sugar fruits
  • Skip the sugar with alternative sweeteners!
  • Tips for reducing processed foods
  • Do you have to give up chocolate? (Hint: I didn't!)
  • Benefits of tracking what you eat for a few days
  • Why moderation is important
  • Can your sugar intake impact your cycles?
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 220 | Managing Intense Period Pain | Maria & Lisa

In today’s FAM Reality Series episode, Maria shares her experience managing painful periods while trying to conceive.

Click here for other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series.

Today's episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program.

You are invited to join us in the Fertility Awareness Mastery program! Master Fertility Awareness, take a deep dive into your cycles and discover the connection between your fertility and your health. Click here to apply now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • The connection between dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, and infertility
  • Managing period pain
  • Timing sex for conception
  • What are optimal sperm parameters?
  • How to optimize sex for conception when sperm count or quality is low
  • How important is laying on your back after sex (when trying to conceive)?
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
[On-Air Client Session] FFP 219 | Investigating Period Problems | Georgia & Lisa

In today’s FAM Reality Series episode, Georgia shares her experience learning to use fertility awareness for birth control.

Click here for other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series.

Today's episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program.

You are invited to join us in the Fertility Awareness Mastery program! Master Fertility Awareness, take a deep dive into your cycles and discover the connection between your fertility and your health. Click here to apply now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • How Georgia managed to avoid pregnancy without hormonal birth control
  • Georgia's experience with irregular bleeding during her cycle
  • Possible causes of abnormal mucus patterns and mid-cycle spotting
  • Interpreting varied basal body temperatures and pinpointing ovulation
  • Using cervical checks to confirm ovulation
  • What does a normal cervical mucus pattern look like?
  • Using fertility awareness to avoid pregnancy
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000
FFP 218 | The Pill Gave Her A Stroke | Pill Reality Series | Julia & Lisa

Today’s episode is the newest installment of the Pill Reality Series. Julia had a stroke as a direct result of taking hormonal birth control. She shares her experience in today’s episode.

Click here for other episodes in the Pill Reality Series.

Today's episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program.

You are invited to join us in the Fertility Awareness Mastery program! Master Fertility Awareness, take a deep dive into your cycles, and discover the connection between your fertility and your health. Click here to apply now!

Topics discussed in today's episode:
  • Julia's history with hormonal contraceptives, and the events leading up to the stroke
  • The early warning signs and symptoms that Julia was at risk
  • The lengthy recovery process
  • Why in Julia's case, she can never use hormonal birth control again
  • Why so most of us don't consider blood clots and stroke to be a significant risk factor
  • Why women's experiences are often minimized by health professionals
  • The importance of informed choice as it relates to women's health, and birth control in particular
Connect with Lisa: You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.

Resources mentioned:

Related podcasts & blog posts:

Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts!

Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Programs

This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Awareness Programs! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here for more information!

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 04:00:00 +0000
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