The Wholly a Woman podcast is hosted by Dr. Emily, the natural family planning pharmacist. In this show, we will discuss women's health from the perspective of a natural family planning educator and pharmacist. This show is for women who want to learn more about how their beautiful bodies work and want to find encouragement and inspiration to embrace their whole womanhood. New episodes are released every Sunday evening.
Emily says goodbye to the Wholly a Woman podcast. Thank you SO MUCH for your years of support!Previous Wholly a Woman podcast episodes mentioned:Episode 1: What is Natural Family Planning [published 3/8/20]Episode 7: Connecting to Yourself through Yoga [published 4/19/20]Episode 33: How I am taking care of myself during an intense period of grief - including simplifying my natural family planning pharmacist business [published 10/19/20]Episode 52: Celebrating One Year of the Wholly a Woman podcast! Highlights of the top 5 episodes [published 2/28/21]Episode 69: Early pregnancy loss - my miscarriage story | Dr. Emily, natural family planning pharmacist [published 7/5/21]Episode 78: I quit my job: Hearing from God and stepping out in faith | Dr. Emily, natural family planning pharmacist [published 9/6/21]Episode 100: EPISODE 100! What is one thing a woman can do to celebrate her whole womanhood? | Dr. Emily, natural family planning pharmacist [published 2/20/2022]
Kerry Jenkins shares an inspiring message of hope that women with PCOS can turn this condition around. She educates us about PCOS and how nutrition especially affects it. “Our bodies are innately wise; women are powerful and wise.”Kerry Jenkins is a PA-C practicing dermatology for 23 years. She got tired of seeing countless women with PCOS go undiagnosed and worse, be offered a birth control pill as their only treatment option. She created a 12 week online group program for women with PCOS that want to reclaim their health naturally without medications.Learn more about and from Kerry:IG: @whisperingwisdom2u FB: https://www.facebook.com/whisperingwisdom2u Kerry's website: https://whisper-health.com/
Katrina Foe is a board certified holistic nutritionist, who knows that when we look at health, we should be looking at the body as a whole. After overcoming her own cancer 100% naturally, and driven by her core belief that the body can heal itself, Katrina went on to become board certified in holistic nutrition and trained to read functional labs. Katrina's approach to cancer addresses the root cause of the disease and empowers clients to keep it in remission without living in fear of recurrence.Learn more about and from Katrina Foe here:Website: https://nutritionalpilates.com/Website: https://designedforhealth.net/ Instagram: @katrinafoe Facebook: nutritional.pilates
-January is national human trafficking awareness month-Unfortunately, child sex trafficking is happening around us-Go to your local organization or nonprofit and ask how you can help. It is best to work with professionals to help children the right way and safelyLearn more:Website: https://www.californiasforgottenchildren.com/ Connect with Melody on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcmfilmmaker
Emily shares her priorities, vision, and word for 2024. For Emily, 2024 is more about who she wants to be and what she wants to feel than what goals she wants to accomplish.See a picture of Emily's vision board on her Instagram: @emilykirkwold https://www.instagram.com/emilykirkwold/
Emily shares the multiple exercises she went through to reflect on 2023 and visualize / dream about what she wants in 2024. Check out the next episode to hear her vision and word for 2024!Previous Wholly a Woman episodes mentioned:Episode 139 - Vision Board Planning part 1: Dr. Emily's process [published 12/29/22]Episode 140 - Vision Board Planning part 2: Guided visualization [published 12/29/22]
-Changing the perspective on how we think about pain-The idea that “something you are doing is causing your pain” helps you ask WHY questions-”Just because you had pain for 20 years, doesn't mean the solution has to take 20 years”-Book “Solving the Pain Puzzle”-”Pain prevents us from feeling whole”Rick's home website: https://rickolderman.comRick's new book, "Solving the Pain Puzzle" is now available on Amazonhttps://amzn.to/3EOfgtY Fixing You® Method At Home Course: http://www.fixingyoumethod.com/ Listeners get 20% off their orders with code: FIXINGYOUTalk About Pain Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/talk-about-pain/id1593262436Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/FixingYouMethodhttps://www.instagram.com/fixingyouclinic/https://www.youtube.com/@RickOldermanPT/
-If you were born before 1991, you may not be protected against hepatitis B-Overview of what hepatitis B is, how it is spread, and how vaccinations work-Specifics about the hep B vaccination-Take care of yourself by prioritizing preventative healthConnect with Suzy / Learn more about the hep B vaccination:IG @drsuzannesolimanCDC website re: hep B vaccination: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/hepb/index.htmlMore on hep B vaccination: www.hepBcatchup.comPharmacist Moms: https://www.pharmacistmomsgroup.com/
-Autoimmune: your body is attacking yourself-Many diseases have an autoimmune component-80% of people with an autoimmune disease are women-Takes an average of 5 years for someone to be diagnosed with an autoimmune condition-There are multiple causes of autoimmune disease-Estrogen dominance can lead to many cycle/period/fertility issues. It is also associated with an increased risk of cancer-Having adequate vitamin D has been shown to decrease the risk of autoimmune conditions like Type 1 Diabetes in children-It can be simple and easy to be healthy! Your body is smart and it wants to be healthy!-Listen to your intuition. Just because something is common, does not mean it is normal-Take charge of your own healthDr. Bilstrom has helped thousands of chronically ill patients reverse autoimmune disease (which the science data says also prevents future disease) because he treats at the root cause. He's spent almost 30 years striving to treat people using protocols that don't create more disease. He's a Functional Medicine expert who is passionate about helping kids reset their epigenetics before age 19 to prevent chronic disease and helping kids and adults optimize their epigenetics to improve the health of their next 6 to 8 generations. Illness because of "old age" is a myth until you reach 90 years of age. Prevention is much easier than the traditional medical industry leads people to believe.Visit Dr. Bilstrom's websiteFREE Medical Bill Detox course: How to Solve the Root Cause of Autoimmune Disease & Stop Spending Thousands of Dollars on Unnecessary Treatments David Bilstrom, M.D. is a fellow of the American Academy of Integrative Medicine and American Academy of Medical Acupuncture as well as an advanced fellow in anti-aging, regenerative, and functional medicine. Dr. David Bilstrom is quadruple board certified in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Medical Acupuncture. Dr. David Bilstrom is the director of the International Autoimmune Institute and the Bingham Memorial Center for Functional Medicine—the first medical center in the country associated with a teaching hospital to treat all types of autoimmune diseases. It is also the first to use nature and its ability to improve human health and well-being as an integral part of a wellness program.
**If you're not interested in a long intro / life updates, skip to minute 8:30 to get into the episode content**-What was I eating to increase energy that was actually draining my energy?-Sugar is part of the carbohydrate continuum-When we remove sugar, we remove inflammation-Sugar is biologically addictive-Read labels, because added sugar can be in anything!-Cutting calories is NOT the only answer!-Removing sugar can lead to increased energy, balance of hormones and emotions, and increased mental clarity-View breaking the sugar cycle as an experiment - be willing to at least try-Eating sugar along with protein will slow the release of insulin-The order of foods is important for how your body processes them-Never have sugar on an empty stomach-Recognize that it's not your willpower that's the problem. Don't beat yourself up!Sue Thomas takes women from sugar cravings to control in order to improve mental clarity, create better sleep and feel more confident in their clothes. Sue is a nutritional therapist and wellness coach running 21 day and 8 week group programmes providing community support, accountability and most importantly education around sugar and the impact it has on the body. Find Sue / work with her at thesugarfreecoach.com - link hereIG: @suethomas_thesugarfreecoach - link hereFB:SueThomasTheSugarFreeCoach - link hereYouTube: Sue Thomas Wellbeing - link here
-Guillain Barre Syndrome-”There is hope for the future”-Hearing another survivor story sparked in her hope and fight. You don't have to go through your struggles alone-Promised herself that she would try again tomorrow-Find quotes that make an impact for you-”It's okay to let yourself fall”-”You have to go after your dreams now”-”Found a lot of gifts in what I went through.” -”The body is incredible. The body is amazing.”Holly's contact information/resources:Holly After GBS websiteRead Holly's book “Life Support”Instagram @hollyaftergbs Watch Holly's recovery videos on YouTubeHolly's Facebook pageHolly Frances is a Canadian writer, speaker, illness survivor/advocate, and certified trainer. She is also a mom in a blended family of five and the face behind Holly After GBS on social media, where her recovery videos have inspired millions of people around the world. She is currently at-work on her memoir about turning her medical horror into a crusade of helping others.
-Follow your curiosity. Jenny started finding the answers to others' questions.-Tea brings people together-Tea comes from evergreen trees-5 types of tea: white, green, oolong, black, and poor-The “tea-drinking lifestyle” includes taking time for yourself, slowing down-The tea plant contains natural caffeine and L-theanine. Quality always matters-Higher priced tea doesn't always mean it is higher quality-Quality loose-leaf teas should be able to be re-steeped four timesResources:Sipping Streams websiteYouTube channelSipping Streams FacebookInstagram @sippingstreams Listen to Jenny's podcastRead Jenny's book “The Essence of Tea” → grab a free digital copyBorn in Hong Kong and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska, Jenny Tse is the founder and owner of Sipping Streams Tea Company, the bestselling author of The Essence of Tea, and the host of the Essence of Tea podcast. Sipping Streams - the only geothermal-powered tea farm in the world - began as a vision in 2004 when Jenny noticed the way that tea was able to bring different people together. Bootstrapping from absolutely nothing 16 years ago and building a business without so much as a mentor, Jenny's passion for community, sustainability, and quality have allowed the Sipping Streams Tea Company to weather 2 recessions and a pandemic!
-Build in activity throughout your day/routine-”You have to do something you absolutely love or you'll stop”-Rest is also very important-Need to eat enough calories, especially protein-”You don't need to exercise to lose weight”-Birth control is the #1 thing that will mess you up-Surrender to God's plan-Menopause means loss of your period for 12 months-Building bone density is keyBarb's website: https://barbhawkenwellness.com/IG: @barb.hawken
-What having a divorce-proof marriage means-How can couples better prepare for marriage?-We cannot depend on nor fix the other person-We can change our own attitudes-”Stop giving your power to him” - “Don't let your husband take the place of God”-See your spouse the way God sees them-Pray for each otherVeronica's website: https://veronicavsutherland.com/ Veronica's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/veesutherland/
-Medication is not a cure-”Your genetics do not determine your outcome”-”We have the power to change”-Ultra-processed foods have chemicals that hurt bacteria in the body, and change hormones that tell your brain that you're full-You need muscle to help with blood sugar control-Stress leads to high cortisol levels which leads to high glucose levels-”A diagnosis is not a life sentence”-Hear Amy explain the problems with medications like OzempicAmy's website: https://amykwilson.com/Free 30-minute call with Amy: https://callwithamy.live/ -More info on the connection between PCOS and insulin resistance: https://www.verywellhealth.com/pcos-and-insulin-resistance-2616319#:~:text=As%20many%20as%2030%25%20to,diabetes%20and%20type%202%20diabetes.
-Janice Goldmintz studies aging and shares with us things we should be thinking about when it comes to living with and helping our aging parents-Pay attention, look for signs of a problem-Be receptive to a parent's concern (about their cognition or health)-”You have to come from love”-Within families: ”What is best for everybody?” - Everyone is part of the discussion, everyone is part of the solution-You always have the option to call in a third-party facilitator“Should I stay or should I go?” - link to free webinarRelated Wholly a Woman podcast episode: Episode 134: Planning for the end of life - what you need to know - ft. Amy Miller, end of life planning care concierge
-What does it mean to think with a business lens?-Benefits of thinking about your family like a business-Why your marriage shouldn't be 50/50-How to create a family culture that leads to successBooks referenced:-”Rich dad, Poor dad” by Robert Kiyosaki-”The boy crisis” by Warren Farrell and John GrayLearn more from Aaron Shelley:-”The Family Flywheel” book-The Family Flywheel website (https://thefamilyflywheel.com/)-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronshelley/ -Email aaron@thefamilyflywheel.com
-It is NORMAL to have conflict-The goal is not conflict elimination-Conflict can be a gold mine-Ask why, enter into a dialogue-Look at your patterns-How can you get on the same team?-Schedule a time for conflict-Get off auto-pilot-Book: The 6 Pillars of Intimacy Conflict Resolution: The Secret to Breaking the Conflict Cycle in Your Marriage-One Extraordinary Marriage website: https://shop.oneextraordinarymarriage.com/ -Instagram: @oneextraordinarymarriage
-What yoga can do for people-How our muscles work-Why stretching can actually cause harm-What can we do for our muscles instead-What is the AYAMA approach?-Listen to what you really needOne of the most sought-after teachers today, Yogi Aaron is trailblazing a new path in the world of yoga. Known for his unorthodox perspectives on stretching and flexibility and how both cause more harm than good, his teachings aim to help as many people as possible live a pain-free life. He is the creator of the revolutionary approach to yoga — Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™ (AYAMA)Resources:Yogi Aaron website: https://yogiaaron.com/“Stop Stretching!” book: https://amzn.to/3xHJmMkYogi Aaron YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/yogiaaron Find a coffee flight at Annabelle House in Osseo MN: https://www.annabellehouse.com/
-What is the SymptoPro method? -How does SymptoPro compare with other methods of fertility awareness / natural family planning?-What to look for in a basal body thermometer-SymptoPro for women with long/irregular cycles or who are postpartumOlivia Chasteen is the director of SymptoPro Fertility Education. She is a SymptoPro instructor, a certified lactation consultant, and a wellness professional.Learn more about SymptoPro / find an instructor here: https://symptopro.org/ SymptoPro is a symptothermal method of natural family planning
-Kim shares about her year-long experiment of living out 1 Corinthians 13 love-Love is living and giving and breathing - a constant, not an emotion; something you can be; not a transaction-Practicing love is NOT always easy-Love is NOT a two-way street. We can only control ourselves-You have to love yourself-Recognize your specialnessGuest links:Book “Love Is” by Kim Sorrelle: https://www.kimsorrelle.com/product-page/love-is-a-year-long-experiment-living-out1-corinthians-13-loveWebsite: https://www.kimsorrelle.com/ 14-day love challenge: https://www.kimsorrelle.com/copy-of-love-challenge Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/loveisbykim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimsorrelle/
-Inner children: unrealized potential that exists in your body-Going on a journey with your body-”You are an energetic being.”-Symptoms that you may want inner child healing include numbness, discomfort, congestion, and pain-The body knows what you need-Ask yourself, “what needs to move or flow better?”-Hear Damla's healing journey, including vibrational healing and crystal healing-Inner child healing can be done with any kind of faith practice-Inner children love naps!Website:https://programs.adropofom.com/press-and-media Free guided meditation: https://programs.adropofom.com/inner-child-healing-guided-meditation Instagram: @adropofom
-Intimacy is NOT just physical -An extraordinary marriage is one where both partners are intentional and take action-Book: “The 6 Pillars of Intimacy”: 6pillarsofintimacy.com-Emotional intimacy is key to all the other aspects of intimacy-”Two become one is an all-encompassing statement”-”You can't be too busy to give your marriage attention”Learn more about Alisa & Tony and One Extraordinary Marriage:https://oneextraordinarymarriage.com/IG @oneextraordinarymarriage What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Who is God calling you to be? In this episode, Amy Cummings, leadership and wholeness coach, helps us learn how we can know this and then how we can design our lives to be that person.Learn more about Amy and/or work with her: https://www.cummingscoaching.org/ Connect with Amy on Facebook or Instagram @amy.hansencummings What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Karyn Seitz empowers women to go from a lost sense of self to inner fulfillment and meaning so they can be truly happy and enjoy life. In this episode, Karyn shares her story and how she now helps others to be happier.“I was the problem. And I was the solution.”Karyn shares how building a relationship with herself led, unexpectedly, to a relationship with God.“Yoga and meditation can have benefits, but won't lead to happiness or purpose.”“I want to be a product of my choices.”Learn more about Karyn: https://ahappinesscourse.com/ Awakened Grace: a happiness course for women: https://ahappinesscourse.com/awakened-grace-happiness-course What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Emily shares her reflections on a life-changing book she recently read and how she is working on becoming an essentialist.Book: Essentialism by Greg McKeownWhat did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
After over 10 years of experience and having earned Nutrition Therapy Master certification, Restorative Wellness Practitioner certification (level 3), Board Certification as a Holistic Nutritionist, as well as certifications in Gut Health Science, Sports & Exercise Nutrition, and personal training, Andrea Nicholson has coached others to boost their immune systems, rebalance their gut, lose stubborn weight, and reverse undesirable symptoms with doable and lasting strategies.Things you'll hear on the podcast:How might someone know they have gut health issues?What kind of testing can someone have done to figure out if they have these issues? What are the differences between testing at a traditional doctors office versus a functional medicine practitioner's office?Other than food choices and exercise, what else could be preventing someone from reaching a goal?Connect with Andrea:Website: https://www.healthylifewithandrea.com/ Instagram @healthylifewithandrea https://www.instagram.com/healthylifewithandrea/?hl=en Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/healinhealthy Listen to the Holistic Health Bites podcast: https://www.healthylifewithandrea.com/holistic-health-bites-podcast/ What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Kathleen Donnelly Israel shares her story of why she went on a pilgrimage and what she learned along the way. While she physically journeyed for 66 days, this was also a spiritual and emotional journey for her.Read Kathleen's book: “Wisdom on the Camino” https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Camino-Spiritual-Forgiveness-Possibilities-ebook/dp/B09CR9MGD3What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Can sleep really affect things like fertility? How is sleep related to women's hormones? Why do we need sleep anyway?If you have had any of these questions, tune in to this episode with sleep consultant Martha Lewis.Martha Lewis is a sleep consultant to people who have tried everything and still can't sleep. As a certified sleep expert and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, she addresses both body and mind with stress resilience techniques and testing for hidden health issues to get to the root cause of her clients' insomnia. She goes beyond the basic sleep advice you read about everywhere else and addresses what's happening in the body that causes insomnia.What you will hear in this episode:-Why our bodies need sleep-How much sleep is necessary-If you're tracking sleep for data, that can be beneficial, but you don't want to be anxious about using some sort of sleep tracker-The number one cause of decreased sleep is increased stress in our environment-The cause of your insomnia might not be the cause of someone else's insomnia-What to do if you've done all the common techniques (sleep hygiene) and you still aren't sleeping well-How is sleep related to our gut health?-The correlation between sleep and hormonal balance and the impact on fertility-General tips for improving your sleep quality now (it might not be what you think!)-The ways birth control damages the body-Hormonal birth control does not rebalance natural hormones-Sleep to be the best version of yourselfLearn more about Martha Lewis:Website: https://www.thecompletesleepsolution.com/ Podcast: “The Insomnia Fix”Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/completesleepsolution Instagram: @completesleepsolution What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Dr. Emily shares her goals for 2023. She also reflects on some of the goals from 2022.Previous Wholly a Woman podcast episodes mentioned:-Episode 93: My word, vision, and goals for 2022-Episode 106: What does it mean to unlock your cycle?Unlock Your Cycle online course: https://www.unlockyourmenstrualcycle.com/What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Dr. Emily walks you through some guided exercises to think about your vision for the next year:-Helpful Bible verses-Ask God what He wants your next year to look like-Picturing yourself after another year has passed-Long-term dreams-What images will help you stay in touch with your vision?*Note: the visualization exercise was recorded in 2021. Substitute out 2022/2023 for 2021/2022 when applicableTune in next week to talk about goals!What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Dr. Emily shares her process of brainstorming ideas for her 2023 vision board. Questions to ask yourself: what are your dreams for the next year? What do you want 2023 to feel like? What are you doing when your life is ideal? Do you want to choose a word for the year? What images will help you stay in touch with your vision?Previous Wholly a Woman episode mentioned: Episode 40: Live a Life you are Passionate About - featuring LuAnn Buechler, coach and facilitator of the Passion Test (December 2020)In part 2, Dr. Emily will walk you through a guided visualization exercise.What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Lisa Harris is an author, poet, the founder of Lisa Harris & Company and the visionary behind the brand, Unveiled Beauty. After over 18 years of corporate retail buying, strategy and business development for Fortune 500 companies, she published her first book, Unveiled Beauty: Handwritten Stories from a Poetic Heart. After publishing Unveiled Beauty, Lisa had a vision. She dreamt of a space where women wouldn't feel so alone. A space where women stopped judging and opened their hearts. A space that thrived on inclusivity and diversity. A space where we built bridges and heart connections. Lisa dreamt of a space where women could share their stories, be themselves, heal, thrive, and inspire others. Today, Lisa provides more than a safe space for women to share their stories. She is a narrative expert and storyteller who helps women shift their narratives, give voice to their stories, and build authentic connections. As a public speaker, expert panelist, and regularly featured podcast guest, Lisa discusses how our narratives can lead to growth, healing, and change. Also, being a multi-racial, first generation college graduate, she engages in courageous conversations about race and identity in America. Episode highlights:-A tool to connect with ourselves and with others-Story has been around since the dawn of time-Vulnerability leads to others being vulnerable-”Needed to liberate myself by sharing with others”-A story is a moment in time; narrative is how you tell the story-The narrative weaves the stories together-Our words have POWER-”You become what you say you are”-Give life to your story Connect with / work with Lisa Harris:Lisa Harris and Company website: https://lisaharrisandco.com/who-we-are/about-the-company/ Narrative Coaching: https://lisaharrisandco.com/what-we-do/narrative-coaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisaharrisandco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaharrisandcompany/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lisa-harris-and-company/
Here is just some of what Christina and I discuss in this episode:-What is normal and what is not normal related to pelvic floor and symptoms you may be experiencing-This is a message of HOPE! If there is a cause for your discomfort, then there is also a solution-There are different types of pain that can happen with intercourse, due to different causes-A tight muscle is also a weak muscle-General recommendations for supporting your pelvic floor health-What a kegel actually is and why they are NOT necessaryAs mentioned in the episode:- https://journals.lww.com/jwhpt/Abstract/2020/04000/Immediate_Effects_of_Exercise_and_Behavioral.3.aspx Evidence-based Program at your fingertips - proven results published in the Journal of Women's Health Physical Therapy- Improving Intimacy Guide- Back, Hip, and Pelvic Floor Relief Position- Get started here: 5 minute Root Cause QuizSign up for Christina and Jenn's signature program: https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/signatureprogramUse code “DREMILY” to receive $50 off!Learn more / connect with Tighten Your Tinkler here:- Instagram - @tighten.your.tinkler- Facebook - YouTube- Email - hello@tightenyourtinkler.com
-Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 1 vs. HSV2-You might be living with herpes but not have any active symptoms-”You can use your story to connect with others”-”I'm not going to let it control my life”-Practice forgiveness-Take responsibility for your actions-Fight, flight, or freeze reactions to adversity-Sex ed should happen in schools and in the home-”Educate yourself and find a community”-Celebrate being feminineConnect with Alexandra Harbushka:Website: https://www.lifewithherpes.com/ IG @lifewithherpes TikTok @lifewithherpes What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
-Perimenopause is the time period before menopause (Menopause = no periods x 12 months)-Perimenopause can start younger than you might think! (Age 35 is not uncommon)-What you can expect to experience in different phases of perimenopause (early/mid/late)-Be aware of your body-Prioritize yourself-Connect to the feminineSign-up for my natural family planning instruction courses: https://nfppharmacist.com/signup/ If you want to track your cycle in perimenopause, register for the regular cycles instruction course PLUS the perimenopause add-on courseConnect with Sheryl Carroll:Learn more and/or participate in her coaching: https://www.ytvhealthcoaching.com/ Email: sheryl@ytvhealthcoaching.comIG @yourtinyvoice What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
What would happen if you were critically ill and unable to speak for yourself? How will your physicians and/or your loved ones know your wishes? Who will care for your children if you pass away? Who will care for you if you are unable to care for yourself?Amy Miller, end of life planning care concierge at Our Family Encounter, is my guest on the Wholly a Woman podcast this week.What you will learn:-Why you need to assign someone to speak for you in case of a situation where you can't speak for yourself-Healthcare agent vs. power of attorney-Documentation is important and it doesn't need to be complicated-How to bring up conversations about end of life planning with your loved ones-How your end-of-life preparations can be the last life lesson you teach your children-What a “family caregiving agreement” is and why you may want one“Abundance in Life and Death” workshop on Sat. 11/26: https://ourfamilyencounter.com/workshop/ Book: Last Life Lesson: https://ourfamilyencounter.com/product/last-life-lesson-book/ Family Care Giving Agreement and other resources: https://ourfamilyencounter.com/resources/
The key to natural family planning / fertility awareness is to find the most precise way to identify ovulation and then use that information to identify the fertile window. So, how do you know if / when you are ovulating? Did you know (if you are a cycling woman), your body is already giving you signs you can pay attention to?The main signs that help you identify the time of ovulation are cervical mucus changes, basal body temperature (BBT) changes, and urine hormone level changes. All signs can be paid attention to through normal bathroom and/or bedroom habits!Different methods teach you to track different signs of ovulation. All fertility awareness / NFP methods are effective! What sign of ovulation is going to work for you and your lifestyle?First study to show the accuracy of peak-type cervical mucus being associated with ovulation: published in the “Lancet” journal by Drs. Billings, Brown, & Burger in 1972. Multiple studies have been done to correlate the day of ovulation with peak-type cervical mucus since. The research shows the peak day of cervical mucus varies around (plus or minus three days) the estimated day of ovulation. Peak mucus is clear, stretchy, and/or slippery.Other references mentioned:-1976 Flynn et al.-1978 Hilgers et al.-1981 Cortisi, Rigoni, and Zen et al.-1990 Fehring-1991 Brown, Holmes, & Barker-1999 Guida et al.-2001 Ecochard et al.-2000 Behre et al.This episode was a revisit of episode 2 of the Wholly a Woman podcast, published 3/20/20Want to learn the Marquette Method of natural family planning? Start with an introductory class.Live, online class : www.calendly.com/nfppharmacist/classOn-demand online intro class: www.nfppharmacist.com/signup -> choose “Introductory class”
-”I am a conduit.” - God can use you in any way he wants-”When we understand who God is, He tells us who He created us to be.”-”Give yourself grace.”-”Do not succumb to the sexy look of social media.”-”My perception is my reality, the other person's perception is their reality.”-Destiny is not a destination-Are the things I am doing aligned with my destiny?-”My occupation does not completely define me.”-”If there's nothing impossible for Him (God), there's nothing impossible for me.”-”Trying is success.”Tag me (@nfppharmacist) and LaQuita (@laquita_monley) and let us know your take-aways!Read LaQuita's book: “Redefining Success: 8 Tools I Used to Develop a Growth Mindset”: https://www.amazon.com/Redefining-Success-Develop-Growth-Mindset/dp/B0B2PW9W7SListen to LaQuita's podcast: “LaQuita's Toolbox”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/laquitas-toolbox/id1556077747 Check out LaQuita's website: https://www.laquitamonley.com/
Renee Harris is my guest on the podcast to share her story of deciding NFP was right for her. Renee has nine children. She is the first to note “people would say then, that NFP doesn't work if I have nine, but nothing could be further than the truth.”Renee encourages women (of all ages) to know their bodies, beginning with NFP. “It's been important to me that I teach my daughters all about NFP because it's far more than accepting or postponing pregnancy... to know your body tells you when things are going right... or when something might need to be checked out.”Renee is also the founder of MadeOn hard lotion. Learn more: https://hardlotion.com/about-me/ Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardlotion
Emily just shares what is on her mind and heart right now as she is in a season of transition and making decisions about her career and her family. -Knowing what my priorities are and choosing in favor of my priorities (passions)-Intention + Attention + No-Tension-This, or something better-Acknowledging my priorities have shifted in the last 10 yearsWholly a Woman podcast episode mentioned:Episode 40: Live a Life you are Passionate About - featuring LuAnn Buechler, coach and facilitator of the Passion Test (December 2020)Will you pray for me?Can I pray for you? Email me at emily@nfppharmacist.comOr send me a message on Instagram @nfppharmacist
-Brittany tried a strict elimination diet to help her conceive-It takes a TON of water to make almond milk-Flax milk contains nutrients like fiber, omega 3, protein, magnesium-After struggling with infertility and having periods on and off, Brittany made the decision to take interventions-Brittany now has 2 beautiful children-Girls need to be educated about their bodies, tracking their cycles, etc. And this education should start early-Everyone needs to go through their own journey-Many things in life are hard, but also very worth it-Do something that makes you feel beautiful!Use code WHOLLY20 for 20% off your first order at https://malibumylk.com/ Connect with Brittany Fuisz:IG and Twitter @malibumylkEmail: brittany@malibumylk.comWebsite: https://malibumylk.com/ What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
-What are different cycles we can attune to?-The menstrual/moon cycle is the foundation, and other cycles are flavors-What are the benefits of cyclical living?-Our cycles can have darker phases - why is it helpful to live in tune with these phases too?-Hear Lisa's experience of using cyclical living to make peace with past struggles-Where is the 1% of your life where you can make changes to be in tune with your cycle?-Be curious about yourself-There is power in living your life in a cyclical pattern-The 1 thing a woman can do to celebrate her whole womanhood: Chart your cycle!Connect with Lisa here:Soul Mail Sign-up: https://lisa-jara.com/en/soul-mail-sign-up(Website: https://lisa-jara.com)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.jara.1650Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisa.jara.coaching YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG3IUe0ROGTtuw8r3Pmwz9Q Wholly a Woman episode mentioned: Episode 78: I quit my job: Hearing from God and stepping out in faith | Dr. Emily, natural family planning pharmacist [published 9/6/21]What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
What is natural family planning? What is fertility awareness? Why are there so many names for cycle tracking?A woman's body gives her signs when she is ovulating. Natural family planning / fertility awareness is about knowing these signs, keeping track of them, and then using that information. Natural family planning can be used for avoiding pregnancy naturally and effectively, for optimizing timing for achieving pregnancy, or for monitoring your health.There are multiple fertility awareness methods that teach women to track one or more signs of ovulation. Learning a method from a certified instructor is going to give you the most accurate information and help you be the most confident in using your chosen method to achieve your family planning and/or health goals.Resources mentioned:Episode 1 of the Wholly a Woman podcast: What is Natural Family Planning (aired 3/8/20)NFP Pharmacist Resources: https://nfppharmacist.com/resources/ FACTS - what is charting: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/what-is-charting/ FACTS - Fertility Appreciation Collaborative to Teach the Science - www.factsaboutfertility.org USCCB: NFP topic - https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/what-natural-family-planningTake one of my Marquette Method classes:-Live, online class (2x/month): www.calendly.com/nfppharmacist/class -On-demand class: Sign-up here: https://nfppharmacist.com/signup/ Take an in-person class at Guiding Star Wakota in West St. Paul: https://guidingstarwakota.org/fertility-awareness-education/ What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Taylor Allmand shares her story of having issues on birth control, starting to chart her cycles, and being diagnosed with PCOS and endometriosis. Taylor then shares the inner and outer transformations she experienced when she fully embraced her feminine design. Now Taylor helps others do the same as a hormone coach in her business, Living Well.Learn more about Taylor, or contact her here: https://www.livingwellwithtaylor.com/ Tag me (@nfppharmacist) and Taylor (@livingwellwithtaylor) on Instagram and let us know your take-aways!
Michael Rubino is an innovative expert in mold contamination and remediation. In this episode of the Wholly a Woman podcast, he teaches us how to prevent mold growth, symptoms of mold sensitivity, and discusses the best way to completely remove all traces of mold. While Rubino is only in his 30s, he is already turning the mold remediation world on its ear with his unique approach to this business. You may know that millions of Americans are struggling with the effects of mold exposure on their health. Many seek out mold remediation companies but still suffer after the jobs are done. That's because many conventional mold remediators are only doing part of this job. When Rubino does mold remediation, his procedure removes all traces of mold including the spores they leave behind and the toxins produced by the mold. A person suffering from hypersensitivity to mold needs all three types of decontamination to regain their health. To educate those who are suffering, Rubino wrote the book Mold Medic. In detail, Rubino advises readers on how to choose a mold remediation company and the exact processes that the company should be using. He also explains how to recover from mold-related illnesses. Book - Mold Medic by Michael Rubino: https://www.themoldmedic.com/product/the-mold-medic-an-experts-guide-on-mold-removal/ Websites mentioned:https://www.themoldmedic.com/ Home Cleanse - formerly known as All American Restoration - https://www.homecleanse.com/
How do you talk to your healthcare provider about using natural family planning? What could you say if you are tracking your cycle? What if your practitioner doesn't know much about fertility awareness?Dr. Emily, along with Sophie Krupp, provide some discussion starters you can use to have a productive conversation about addressing your health concerns you've noticed by tracking your cycle. Then, Dr. Emily expands on the topic, offering some conversation starters specifically when having “the birth control talk” with your provider.Unlock Your Cycle, online course teaching cycle tracking for health:Take the course: www.unlockyourmenstrualcycle.comDISCOUNT CODE for 50% off = PODCASTFollow us on Instagram @unlockyourcycle_onlinecourseFollow Sophie Krupp, educator on ADHD + menstrual cycles, on Instagram @theadhdcycleResources mentioned:NFP comparison chart with effectiveness rates: https://nfppharmacist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Natural-Family-Planning-Methods_-Comparison-Chart-1.pdf Facts about Fertility - overview of NFP methods: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/what-is-charting/ Download PDF with discussion starters: https://podcast.nfppharmacist.com/124 What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
-Highly sensitive people are made with a sensitive nervous system-Strengths of being a highly sensitive person (HSP): feel deeply, empathetic, creative, intuitive-Shadow side of being a HSP: take on energy of others, judgmental, take things personally-HSPs often cope with their sensitive nature by pushing or hiding-Allow yourself to be beautifully imperfect-Focus on the smallest increment of progress-Happiness comes from knowing who you are and connecting to a higher guidance-There's nothing made divinely that is flawedResource mentioned: “The Highly Sensitive Person” by Dr. Elaine Aron: https://www.amazon.com/Highly-Sensitive-Person-Thrive-Overwhelms/dp/0553062182 Schedule a complimentary clarity call with Susie:https://empoweredfromtheheart.com/ Or call Susie at 609-634-2764What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Journaling has CHANGED my life!In this episode, I talk about what my journaling practice has looked like since starting in February 2018 and how you can use journaling to embrace change and be intentionalTake-aways:-Journaling can help you see where you have been and how you have changed as a person-Reviewing your journals can help you see how your dreams change-I have to continually learn to accept that it is OKAY TO CHANGE-How my journaling (what I actually write down) has changed over time-Journaling allows you to keep track of influential books/podcasts/ideas-Your journal can serve as a diary for major events in my life/career-Be centered for the day-Choose what to focus on FIRST-Your journaling does NOT have to look like mine, AND it is okay for it to change over time!Resources mentioned:“High Performance Habits” by Brendon Burchard“Girl, Stop Apologizing” by Rachel Hollis“Everything is Figureoutable” by Marie Forleo“Profit First” by Mike MichalowiczWholly a Woman podcast episodes mentioned:Episode 40: Live a Life you are Passionate About - featuring LuAnn Buechler, coach and facilitator of the Passion Test (December 2020)Episode 78: I quit my job: Hearing from God and stepping out in faith (09/2021)What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Take-aways:-Molecular hydrogen is approved for therapeutic use in Japan-Hydrogen is a selective antioxidant that has been shown to improve blood flow and improve skin clarity-It was found that the benefits of alkaline water was the hydrogen byproduct formed-Ensure you are using a quality device when drinking hydrogen water or inhaling hydrogen gas-Hydrogen has helped with period and hormone issues after nothing else has helped-Avoid hydrogen pills (can be harmful to the liver) and drops to measure hydrogen (inaccurate)-Hydrogen therapy has been used to help chemotherapy be more effective and decrease side effects-You feel whole when you're in a healthy bodyLearn more:Greg Hydrogen Man YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UPRISING144KVideo #337 hydrogen gas + water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwRDh7XBm-Y Video #8 molecular hydrogen water effects on cancer, chemotherapy, radiation & nasa astronauts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7ZDku2Wj9s Molecular Hydrogen research studies: https://holyh2.com/human-studies/ Holy Hydrogen device: https://holyhydrogen.com/ What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
Take-aways:-Somatic = the body, sensations-The body is communicating to us, we just need to listen to this language-Listening to the body uses a different part of the brain than you use in talk therapy or journaling-Tuning in to your body's wisdom is just part of an overall wellness practice-Turn towards yourself-Build a loving and nourishing relationship with yourselfTag me (@nfppharmacist) and Christine (@ i_am_sacred_) and let us know your take-aways!Book a free discovery call with Christine here: https://www.christinelord.com/ What did you think? I want to hear from you!Email me: emily@nfppharmacist.comInstagram: @nfppharmacistFacebook: NFP Pharmacist
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