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In this episode of the Content Capitalist Ken Okazaki speaks with Rosanne Austin, a California state prosecutor turned fertility coach, and in her own words a Fertility Fairy GodMother. Rosanne coaches individuals, including physicians from across the globe to mama-making success, she is THE fertility coach professional women turn to when they want to beat the odds.Rosanne shares here story of being a successful prosecutor, starting out trying traffic ticket cases, then being hired to work in the DA's office, and being chosen to be part of the sexual assault protection unit. During her time as a prosecutor, she and her husband had spent well over 6 figures trying to conceive a child of their own. After almost giving up on being a mom, Rosanne decided to hire a coach, and the rest is history. After successfully conceiving and having her son at 43, Rosanne decided to commit to helping other women also conceive. She teaches women how to leverage the most underutilized resource they have on their fertility journey: MINDSET. Aside from hosting her very own podcast “Fearlessly Fertile”, Rosanne is also a featured blogger on fertilityauthority.com, Circle + Bloom, Heartfelt Egg Donation, and is the author of the book, “Am I the Reason I'm Not Getting Pregnant?: The Fearlessly Fertile™ Method for Clearing the Blocks Between You and Your Baby”.Listen to hear more about Rosanne Austin's fascinating story, on the Content Capitalists Podcast.Follow Rosanne Austin at: https://www.frommaybetobaby.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rosanneaustinfertility/ https://www.facebook.com/rosanneaustincoach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanneaustin Am I the Reason I'm Not Getting Pregnant?: The Fearlessly Fertile™ Method for Clearing the Blocks Between You and Your Baby https://www.amazon.com/Reason-Not-Getting-Pregnant-Fearlessly/dp/1642798568Follow Ken Okazaki at: http://contentcapitalists.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/influencervideo https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ https://www.youtube.com/c/KenOkazakiContent Capitalists YouTube 

In this episode of the Content Capitalist Ken Okazaki speaks with Rosanne Austin, a California state prosecutor turned fertility coach, and in her own words a Fertility Fairy GodMother. Rosanne coaches individuals, including physicians from across the globe to mama-making success, she is THE fertility coach professional women turn to when they want to beat the odds.Rosanne shares here story of being a successful prosecutor, starting out trying traffic ticket cases, then being hired to work in the DA's office, and being chosen to be part of the sexual assault protection unit. During her time as a prosecutor, she and her husband had spent well over 6 figures trying to conceive a child of their own. After almost giving up on being a mom, Rosanne decided to hire a coach, and the rest is history. After successfully conceiving and having her son at 43, Rosanne decided to commit to helping other women also conceive. She teaches women how to leverage the most underutilized resource they have on their fertility journey: MINDSET. Aside from hosting her very own podcast “Fearlessly Fertile”, Rosanne is also a featured blogger on fertilityauthority.com, Circle + Bloom, Heartfelt Egg Donation, and is the author of the book, “Am I the Reason I'm Not Getting Pregnant?: The Fearlessly Fertile™ Method for Clearing the Blocks Between You and Your Baby”.Listen to hear more about Rosanne Austin's fascinating story, on the Content Capitalists Podcast.Follow Rosanne Austin at: https://www.frommaybetobaby.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rosanneaustinfertility/ https://www.facebook.com/rosanneaustincoach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanneaustin Am I the Reason I'm Not Getting Pregnant?: The Fearlessly Fertile™ Method for Clearing the Blocks Between You and Your Baby https://www.amazon.com/Reason-Not-Getting-Pregnant-Fearlessly/dp/1642798568Follow Ken Okazaki at: http://contentcapitalists.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/influencervideo https://www.instagram.com/kenokazaki/ https://www.youtube.com/c/KenOkazakiContent Capitalists YouTube 

In this week's episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Joanne Verkuilen, founder and creator of the amazing platform Circle + Bloom. Joanne Verkuilen is the founder of Circle + Bloom which aims to share the incredible power of the mind-body connection. Her various programs and guided meditations are designed to empower anyone on their journey. Diagnosed with PCOS and the possibility of infertility as a late teen, she did struggle to conceive. She had two very different pregnancy experiences but it ended with two happy, beautiful children.   When her friend Stephanie also started having fertility problems and seeing what she went through, this gave Joanne a business idea. Thus she created Circle + Bloom back in 2008. Exploring the connection between the mind and body, she created a meditation program for both infertility and cancer. Her company grew fairly into the scale that it is today and has since helped over 50,000 women worldwide. We covered a bit about her story with fertility and the spark that brought Circle + Bloom to life, how meditation may be an importance piece missing on your journey, and she even mentioned some top secret projects that C+B are working on right now! My clients know that I am a huge supporter of using meditation to help you through this rollercoaster, and I have been using and recommending Circle + Bloom meditations programs since the very beginning of my practice. You can check out the Circle + Bloom programs here: https://circlebloom.com?ref=9454 And find them on Instagram: @cirlce_and_bloom    

Welcome to another episode of the Fertility Confidence podcast. I am your host, Dr. Kelsey Duncan, naturopathic doctor, and the founder and creator of the Fertility Confidence method.  In today's episode, we are talking about the two-week wait, that luteal phase we, as women, go through every single month. We will discuss how to give this difficult season the care and attention it deserves through understanding and building what I call our ‘survival kit'.    Here are the main topics of today's episode: What is the two-week wait? Two week wait survival kit - tools and strategies Top Four Suggestions  Taking time to breathe Positive pastimes  Connecting with Nature Refresh passions from your past My sincerest thanks for pressing play today. Join our growing community of strong, hopeful women, each on their own fertility confidence journey; as well as those that are listening to gain the knowledge and understanding needed to support them via the Fertility Confidence Instagram @fertilityconfidencemethod or through our Facebook group Be Hormonally Confident with Dr.Kelsey.    If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing the podcast with a friend that needs to hear these conversations, I would be forever grateful.   Curious about how you can work with me and my team? Book your free clarity call here.  Quotes “So we hear this time and time again, of how stress negatively impacts the fertility journey, but how do we stop stressing about it? We can't honestly, I think we honestly can't and I never expect someone to come in and just stop thinking about it or stop worrying about it or stop stressing about it. We need to support you and your body where you're at, so we want to build out your two-week wait survival kit.” “The first thing that you can consider … Basically taking some time to just breathe. Check-in with yourself, actually process through the emotions versus pushing them away.” “So acknowledging what comes into your brain, allowing yourself to sit with it for a minute, see what that means to you, and letting it go.” “EFT Tapping ...As a way to help move energy, move like stagnant energy through my body, set expectations, set affirmations, um, I've found it incredibly helpful for me and my FCM clients have really enjoyed the addition of EFT tapping into their protocols. Kind of originates from a TCM Background. And we can focus on moving negative energy out and tapping positive energy in” “ Number two is to plan some fun activities and visits. The two-week wait is one of those places where it actually might be beneficial for you to plan some things to distract yourself. Get you out of the house to get you out of your head, to have some fun, to forget for a minute that you're literally counting down the minutes until you can take a pregnancy test.” “Sometimes we've got to learn to say no, sometimes we got to learn. To honor our energy and our capacity in that moment. So if you do plan distractions and then the time comes and you're like, yeah, no, that's like 100%, not something I want to do right now. Don't do it. Never force yourself to do something you don't want to do. So take it with a grain of salt, figure out what feels right for you and cycle to cycle.”  Number three is to connect with nature. So we have lots of research to support spending time in nature improves mental health. We can use this as a tactic to calm your nervous system and to actually help reduce the anxiety that you might be feeling during that two-week wait” “Number four is to pick a hobby that you miss. So something that you made me feel like you haven't had a lot of time for. Something that you've maybe let fall to the wayside a little bit, something that used to bring you a lot of joy” Show notes links Circle + Bloom meditations https://circlebloom.com  Expectful App https://expectful.com  Calm App https://www.calm.com 

In today’s podcast episode I interview a woman who’s voice I have listened to many many nights during my fertility journey, so as you can imagine it was a great honour to interview her and hear her voice for real! My guest is Joanne Verkuilen, the creator and mastermind behind Circle and Bloom, which provides guided visualisation and meditation programs for fertility and much more. We really enjoyed recording this episode and our conversation covered everything from PCOS, Endometriosis, infertility, power of the mind, the placebo effect and how powerful this is, the need for hope and empowerment, how our body just needs the right tools to be able to heal itself and much more! I hope you enjoy it and find some inspiration from this, and that what you think and believe about your body, really does have a physical impact on your body. You can control how you are feeling. Joanne Verkuilen is the founder of Circle + Bloom which aims to share the incredible power of the mind-body connection. Her various programs and guided meditations are designed to empower anyone on their journey. Diagnosed with PCOS and the possibility of infertility as a late teen, she did struggle to conceive. She had two very different pregnancy experiences but it ended with two happy, beautiful children. When her friend Stephanie also started having fertility problems and seeing what she went through, this gave Joanne a business idea. Thus she created Circle + Bloom back in 2008. Exploring the connection between the mind and body, she created a meditation program for both infertility and cancer. Her company grew fairly into the scale that it is today and has since helped over 50,000 women worldwide. The topics we discussed were: Joanne’s PCOS and secondary infertility journey The rollercoaster, emotional pain and trauma associated with infertility journeys How Joanne found visualisation and meditation helped her best friends fertility, and went on to create Circle & Bloom with the support of Bernie Siegel (best selling author) An amazing story of a boy who overcame fatal brain cancer through visualisations How a plant-based diet has helped really helped her have healthy ovaries free of PCOS The importance of the mind-body connection and how you can reverse long term negative beliefs that can be some peoples root causes behind unexplained infertility and Endo pain. The need for taking control, hope, belief and empowerment when it comes to health conditions and not to accept negative believe patterns as the truth. The believe you can reverse conditions like PCOS and Endometriosis through reversing our thought processes. How our bodies are incredible and have the ability to heal with the right physical, mental and spiritual tools. The pain-fear-tension triangle in relation to Endometriosis and how visualisation and meditation could be used to break this and assist with reducing Endo pain. Resources Mentioned: Love, Medicine and Miracles by Bernie Siegel: https://amzn.to/37Kl0Dm Free Fertility Meditation: https://circlebloom.com/fertilityfree/ I am able to offer a great discount on the Circle and Bloom products, simply use SisuHolisticHealth20 to get a 20% discount - just use the link (affiliate link) above. You can find more about Joanne Verkuilen at: Circle and Bloom website: http://circlebloom.com/?ref=13289 Twitter: https://twitter.com/circlebloom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/circle_and_bloom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/circlebloom Further EndoFertility links and resources: Join my Endo Fertility community! Find us in the Thrive and Conceive with Endometriosis Facebook Group. The Endo Fertility Specialist website: https://www.endofertilityspecialist.com Follow me on Instagram (@endofertilityspecialist) and Facebook (@endofertilityspecialist) Intro/Outro Music Credits: Optimistic Future This episode is sponsored by the Endo Fertility Resource Library where you can get your 3 amazing freebies: E-Book: 5 Things I Learnt to Drop My Pain & Optimise My Fertility, Your Guide to Super Sperm, and 88 Ways I Dropped My Pain and Got Pregnant. Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any future episodes – which will be out weekly on Wednesdays! And, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a rating and a review, it will help it reach many more that need help on their Endometriosis and fertility journeys. Thank you! If you want to be on the podcast or have feedback please email: info@endofertilityspecialist.com This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

In episode 84, I interview Joanne Verkuilen, the founder of a company called Circle & Bloom that provides incredible guided meditation and visualization programs for people going through infertility and other health challenges. I’ve been spending a lot of time on the podcast recently talking about mind-body healing, and that’s because it’s such an important area of health and wellness that many of us struggle to create space for in our lives. It’s also something that conventional providers rarely, if ever, acknowledge as an important piece of creating a fertile environment in our bodies. I regularly recommend Circle & Bloom programs to clients and also use them myself, so I’m excited to have Joanne on the show to talk about: Her personal fertility story and what inspired her to start Circle & Bloom How guided visualization works and the science behind how it improves health and fertility The connection between stress and trouble conceiving (and the unexpected forms stress can take) What you can expect from the fertility enhancement programs that Circle & Bloom offers You can find links to the Circle + Bloom website and Joanne's social media at https://tinyfeet.co/my-podcast/84. Free Quiz: Are You Healthy Enough to Get Pregnant? Free mini-course: How to Choose the Best Prenatal Supplements Schedule your 20-minute phone consult!

Can you believe we are almost through the first quarter of 2020? Too often, by this time of year, despite our best intentions, many of the promises we made to ourselves at the beginning of the year are but a distant memory. When we get stressed and tired, it’s easy to fall back into negative […] The post Eliminate Shame & Blame From TTC appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Can you believe that 2020 is just two weeks away? This time of year can be so much fun, with tons of laughter, celebration, and spending time with the people you love. But in the back of your mind, when you are trying to conceive, there’s a question looming… Is 2020 the year I will […] The post Make 2020 Your Best Year Ever appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Can you believe that the beginning of the holiday season is just a few weeks away? This time of year can be filled with so much fun, laughter, celebration, and forging deeper connections with the people you love. When you are trying to conceive, it can also be a time when you are faced with […] The post Beat The Holiday Blues appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Today Dr. Elana interviews Rosanne Austin, a leading mindset coach for women ready to end their struggle with fertility. Rosanne shares her personal struggles trying to conceive and how she successfully got pregnant at age 43. She thought she had tried everything until she realized the power of mindset and took a deep look at that. On today’s episode, Rosanne walks us through how she helps coach clients in similar positions and offers takeaways for anyone who is personally struggling with infertility. She also shares ways to support friends walking through infertility. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: How mindset plays a huge role in fertility Common causes of infertility and how a coach can help Personal stories of “fertility psychosis” and what this can do to women and relationships Key tools to help transform someone's mindset in order to make their miracle baby How to keep sex fun during infertility struggles Healing from miscarriage and feeling confident with your next pregnancy Supporting friends who struggle with infertility Show Notes: Roseanne’s website: From Maybe to Baby Rosanne’s free book: Am I the Reason I Am Not Getting Pregnant? Follow Rosanne on Instagram Learn more about Whole Mamas Pregnancy Program Sign up for our Weekly Pregnancy Emails Take the Free Mini-Course at Dr. Elana’s Med School For Moms  Schedule an appointment with Dr. Elana Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram Whole Mamas Podcast Archive Rosanne Austin, JD, PCC, received her coaching training from Coaches Training Institute, in San Rafael, California. She is certified by and a member of the International Coach Federation, which is the leader in professional training, standards, and ethics for coaching professionals. Rosanne is also a proud member of California State Bar. Rosanne received her Juris Doctorate from University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where she was on the Dean’s List and received the Witkin Award in Expert and Scientific Evidence. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from San Francisco State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Rosanne's professional background has given her the honor and opportunity to directly impact thousands of people’s lives, at a time when they were vulnerable, fearful, heartbroken, and at a crossroads.Rosanne is also a featured blogger on fertilityauthority.com, Circle + Bloom, Heartfelt Egg Donation, and can be heard on the Fertility Revolution Podcast, as well as her own podcast, The Love Your Journey Podcast.Rosanne gives back by serving organizations committed to providing resources to survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking, as well as her local Humane Society for the Protection of Animals. Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information, content, and material presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Consult with your qualified physician or healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding pregnancy or your prenatal treatment plan.

Photo by Wendy Yalom It is so inspiring to read amazing fertility success stories from women in this community and beyond. As happy as you are for those women, it’s easy to think, “How did SHE do it? I did the same thing and it didn’t work. She must be luckier or more deserving than […] The post A Day in the Life of a Fertility Success Story appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

One of the most frustrating places to be on the journey to conceive is getting to the point when you say, “I am doing everything I can to get (and stay) pregnant, but nothing is working!” This is when you can get sucked into beating yourself up, second guessing your choices, and replaying “failures” over […] The post When Trying Isn’t Working appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

One of the hardest aspects of the fertility journey is feeling like we are surrounded by “failure.” Whether it’s reliving past disappointments, feeling like nothing we are doing is working, or being stuck in analysis paralysis, because we don’t want to risk making another “mistake” in the future— our approach to failure can play a […] The post Take The Fear Out Of Fertility Failure appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Does it feel like you are doing everything you can to get pregnant, but nothing is working? Do you worry that there’s something missing in your fertility strategy? Wish you had someone to talk to about this? Maybe even ask the scary, messy, or inconvenient questions you wouldn’t dare ask your friends, family, or partner? […] The post Up Level Your Fertility Strategy appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Are there days when you just want to scream, because it feels like you are doing everything you can to get pregnant, but nothing seems to be working? Do you ever think to yourself, “Something has to change, I just don’t know what!” If you find yourself in that place, you aren’t alone, and I’ve […] The post 3 Critical Skills for Creating Your Fertility Success Story appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Are there days when it seems like your fertility journey is just one struggle after another? Do you ever wish you could reconnect with the fun, joy, confidence, and excited anticipation you once had about being a Mom? Well lovely lady, ask and you shall receive! Listen to our FREE podcast where we explored the […] The post The Struggle Free Fertility Journey appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Are you ready for an exciting, fresh start on your fertility journey? Would you LOVE to live this time in your life with more peace, joy, and ease—instead of constantly feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and negative, with no hope in sight? You might think this sounds too good to be true, but here’s what you’ve got […] The post Unleash Your Fertility Super Power appeared first on Circle + Bloom™.

Interview with Joanne Verkuilen Joanne is the founder of Circle+Bloom, guided audio visualization and meditations for women (& men) struggling with infertility. There are different audio programs for many of the common conditions associated with infertility such as PCOS, IVF, and much more. Since this resource was released I have been recommending it to my patients, and the results have been nothing short of amazing! Joanne and her team have really created a fantastic resource, and if you haven't already tried them, today is the day to start.  ~ Spence Watch / Listen - https://beingfertileprogram.com/cultivating-fertility-guided-visualization-meditation Email joanne@circlebloom.com Website www.circlebloom.com Professional Profile - BS in Economics, 1992 Professional Achievements - Started Circle Bloom in 2008, almost 10 years ago. We've touched almost 50,000 women worldwide with our mind-body programs for infertility Professional Experience - Circle + Bloom, CEO and Founder 2008 - Current - MiddleM Creative, CEO and Founder 2014 - Current (provides marketing and branding for private equity and investment banking firms) - Investment Banking Career: Smith Barney / Morgan Stanley, Sanders Morris Harris, Conversus and BlackArch Partners

Ever wonder how much are subconscious mind is running our thoughts and beliefs? According to research done on the human mind-a lot! Today I interview Circle and Bloom founder Joanne Verkuilen. Joanne shares how her & her best friends struggle with secondary fertility ignited a fire in her to help others struggling with fertility issues. ...

This is the sixth episode of my Fertility Awareness Reality Series! I share the work that I do with clients "on air" with you in these special episodes where I am hosting live mini-sessions with women who I have worked with. In today's episode, I interview Aarathi. Aarathi was a member of my previous Fertility Friday Group Program, who has been trying to conceive for quite some time. After a failed attempt at IVF Aarathi sought a more natural route which is what lead her to discover the podcast. She wanted to be part of this series hoping that her story may give hope and/or inspiration to others. Make sure to head over to my Group Programs page to find out more about my upcoming January 2017 group programs and how you can apply to be a part of it! You'll want to apply early as there are a limited number of participants I can accept into each group. Topics discussed in today's episode Aarathi’s contraceptive history How to monitor cervical mucus when you don’t have much to start with How contraceptive pills can have long-term effects on cervical mucus What are the key nutrients that are critical for cervical health? Aarathi’s experience with failed IVF and MTFHR How excessive fertility testing took its toll on Aarathi Are there income-based grants for IVF? Aarathi discusses her experience with charting and what the most difficult part is for her Lisa and Aarathi break down the observational method as it relates to charting cervical mucous When is the optimal time for sex when you’re trying to conceive? How you can change your sleep habits to help with certain aspects of conceiving How Aarathi’s vegetarian diet affects her fertility Why Lisa recommends cod liver oil instead of fish oil Resources mentioned FFP 054 | The MTHFR Gene Mutation and Fertility | Recurrent Miscarriage, Nutrient Deficiencies, and Folic Acid | Diane Keddy FFP 053 | The Effect of Light on the Menstrual Cycle and Fertility | Sleeping in Darkness to Regulate Menstruation | Natural Family Planning | Joy DeFelice FFP 009 | Sacred Fertility Foods | The key to having healthy babies and a healthy pregnancy | Sally Fallon-Morell F.lux App ScreenShade App (Mac) Other Episodes in the FAM Reality Series [On-Air Client Session] FFP 105 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | PCOS | Balancing Blood Sugar | Nutrition for Fertility | Teri & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 107 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | Low Hormone Cycle | Impact of a Long-Term Vegetarian Diet on the Menstrual Cycle | Carolina & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 110 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Using Fertility Awareness for Birth Control | Aisha & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 112 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Low Progesterone, Miscarriage, Stress & The Menstrual Cycle | Overcoming Fertility Challenges | Amelia & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP | 113 Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Hypothalamic Amenorrhea | Making Fertility Awareness Work for You | FAM & Breastfeeding | Managing Your Fertile Window | Sarah, Lisa, & Rose Yewchuk Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!

In this special episode, I celebrate my 2nd "Podcastiversary" (Podcast Anniversary)! I have learned so much from my experiences working with clients and getting to know you better and it has made a huge impact on me. So, in honor of this milestone, I decided to do a solo episode this week and share with you my top ten biggest takeaways after two years of podcasting and producing over 100 episodes. If you're new to this show, or to fertility awareness, this is a great episode with lots resources and is a perfect starting point. To all of my listeners, thank you so much for making 2016 such an amazing year and I'm incredibly excited to see where 2017 will take all of us! Topics discussed in today's episode My thoughts on the overall response I’ve received from listeners of the podcast What keeps me going after 100+ episodes? Takeaway #1: Women do not deserve to suffer in silence Takeaway #2: Self-advocacy is difficult but worth it Takeaway #3: Know how to approach your doctors and get clarity on what they do Takeaway #4: Healing is possible but sometimes doesn’t take the path we expect Takeaway #5: An important part of restoring your fertility involves balancing male and female energy Takeaway #6: Every woman will fit fertility awareness into her life differently Takeaway #7: Fertility awareness does take work to get to the point where it’s easy Takeaway #8: The importance of this podcast is evident by how few women know about fertility awareness Takeaway #9: The pill has a detrimental impact on a woman’s health Takeaway #10: The power of community What’s to come in 2017? Connect with Lisa You can connect with Lisa on the Fertility Friday website and on Facebook and Twitter! Resources mentioned FFP 104 | Birth Control Pills From Your Doctor’s Perspective | Why Your Physician isn’t Looking at the Root Cause | Alternative Medicine for Women | Dr. Miranda Naylor FFP 007 | What the pill really does to your hormones | PCOS & Menstrual Irregularities | Dr. Lara Briden FFP 021 | What Hormonal Contraceptives Really do to Women | Sweetening the Pill | Holly Grigg-Spall Sweetening the Pill: or How We Got Hooked on Hormonal Birth Control | Holly Grigg-Spall Lisa's Guest Appearance on the All About Breastfeeding Podcast PCOS Related Podcast Episodes FFP 022 | What is PCOS? | Healing PCOS Naturally | PCOS Diva Amy Medling FFP 060 | Treating PCOS Without Fertility Drugs | Conceiving Naturally With PCOS | Dr. Katherine Sherif FFP 103 | Real Food for PCOS | PCOS, Insulin Resistance & Diabetes | Managing PCOS Naturally with Diet | Balancing Blood Sugar | Lily Nichols FFP 105 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | PCOS | Balancing Blood Sugar | Nutrition for Fertility | Teri & Lisa FFP 111 | 8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS | Inflammation, Gut Health, Thyroid Disorders & PCOS | Infertility | Autoimmunity | Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!

This is the fifth episode in my new Fertility Awareness Reality Series! I share the work that I do with clients "on air" with you in these special episodes where I am hosting live mini-sessions with women who I have worked with. In today's episode, I interview Sarah. Sarah was a member of my previous Fertility Friday Group Program and wanted to be part of this series hoping that her story of using hormonal contraceptives and eventually conceiving using holistic approaches may give hope and/or inspiration to others. I'm very honored to be joined on this call by my mentor, and previous guest, Rose Yewchuck. Rose is a Justisse Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner (HRHP) and Justisse HRHP Educator. You can connect with Rose on her website. Make sure to head over to my Group Programs page to find out more about my upcoming January 2017 group programs and how you can apply to be a part of it! You'll want to apply early as there are a limited number of participants I can accept into each group. Topics discussed in today's episode Sarah’s history with hormonal contraceptives Sarah’s experience getting pregnant with her now two-year-old The often-overlooked negative connection between intense exercise and getting pregnant What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and can it factor into your cycle? Sarah’s challenges with charting How the Kindara Wink Thermometer help Sarah get more accurate temperature recordings The reality of being inaccurate with your charting Why can knowing your body, and your cycle, sometimes cause issues with charting? Is the fertile shift in a cycle subtle or obvious? How our cycles are directly connected to the events in our life Breastfeeding and the impact it has on the cycle Is withdrawal a legitimate pregnancy prevention method and how should it be marked when charting? Can lubricants, and even coconut oil, have a negative impact on conceiving? Sarah talks about how she thought something was wrong after noticing a discharge in the toilet after going to the bathroom before learning it was cervical mucus The connection between synthetic hormonal contraceptives and vaginal dryness Resources mentioned FFP 002 | Fertility Awareness Method Cycle Charting | Rose Yewchuk FFP 003 | Identifying Menstrual Irregularities with Fertility Awareness | Special Charting Considerations | Rose Yewchuk FFP 015 | Fertility Awareness Method Cycle Charting Q&A Session | Common Charting Questions | Rose Yewchuk Rose Yewchuk | Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner FFP 104 | Birth Control Pills From Your Doctor’s Perspective | Why Your Physician isn’t Looking at the Root Cause | Alternative Medicine for Women | Dr. Miranda Naylor FFP 103 | Real Food for PCOS | PCOS, Insulin Resistance & Diabetes | Managing PCOS Naturally with Diet |  Balancing Blood Sugar | Lily Nichols FFP 004 | Using Fertility Awareness with Condoms and Withdrawal | Hannah Ransom Wink by Kindara - Fertility Thermometer Other Episodes in the FAM Reality Series [On-Air Client Session] FFP 105 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | PCOS | Balancing Blood Sugar | Nutrition for Fertility | Teri & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 107 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | Low Hormone Cycle | Impact of a Long-Term Vegetarian Diet on the Menstrual Cycle | Carolina & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 110 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Using Fertility Awareness for Birth Control | Aisha & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 112 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Low Progesterone, Miscarriage, Stress & The Menstrual Cycle | Overcoming Fertility Challenges | Amelia & Lisa Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!

This is the fourth episode in my new Fertility Awareness Reality Series! I share the work that I do with clients "on air" with you in these special episodes where I am hosting live mini-sessions with women who I have worked with. In today's episode, I interview Amelia. Amelia was a member of my previous Fertility Friday Group Program and wanted to be part of this series hoping that her story of struggling with multiple miscarriages and low Progesterone may give hope and/or inspiration to others. Make sure to head over to my Group Programs page to find out more about my upcoming January 2017 group programs and how you can apply to be a part of it! You'll want to apply early as there are a limited number of participants I can accept into each group. Topics discussed in today's episode Amelia’s contraceptive and menstrual history The unfortunate, but common, practice of using the pill as a cure-all Amelia’s transition of coming off the pill What type of charting was Amelia doing before starting the Justisse Method? How has Amelia’s understanding of cervical mucus changed since starting the program? Amelia realizes how recent stressful life events caused her to not ovulate When is the right time to test Progesterone levels during your menstrual cycle? The role Progesterone plays in the menstrual cycle Explaining the impact of stress, and even travel, on a menstrual cycle Why more Estrogen is not always the answer The connection between Amelia’s diet changes and the leveling of her cycle Why Amelia feels it’s critical to be kind to yourself Amelia’s recent experience with Circle + Bloom Resources mentioned FFP 093 | Mind & Body Connection to Fertility | Visualization & Meditation for Fertility | Circle + Bloom | Joanne Verkuilen FFP 106 | What You Need To Know About Progesterone and Pregnancy | Using Your Cycle To Time Hormone Testing | Fertility Awareness Method | Dr. Nora Pope To find out if there is a medical consultant in your area trained in NaPro technology go to this website and click on "Find a Medical Consultant" 2017 Fertility Friday Group Programs Other Episodes in the FAM Reality Series [On-Air Client Session] FFP 105 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | PCOS | Balancing Blood Sugar | Nutrition for Fertility | Teri & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 107 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Fertility Awareness Method | Low Hormone Cycle | Impact of a Long-Term Vegetarian Diet on the Menstrual Cycle | Carolina & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 110 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Using Fertility Awareness for Birth Control | Aisha & Lisa Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!

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 just 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. 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 Resources mentioned FFP 045 | Autoimmune Disease and Fertility | Thyroid Health | MTHFR Gene Mutation | Dr. Fiona McCulloch Dr. Fiona's Book: 8 Steps to Reverse your PCOS White Lotus Integrative Medicine PCOS Related Podcast Episodes FFP 022 | What is PCOS? | Healing PCOS Naturally | PCOS Diva Amy Medling FFP 060 | Treating PCOS Without Fertility Drugs | Conceiving Naturally With PCOS | Dr. Katherine Sherif FFP 103 | Real Food for PCOS | PCOS, Insulin Resistance & Diabetes | Managing PCOS Naturally with Diet | Balancing Blood Sugar | Lily Nichols Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!

Dr. Dixon is a graduate of the McGill University’s School of Medicine. Her initial postgraduate training was at the University of Toronto, in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her passion for reproductive medicine continued during her postgraduate training, where she specialized in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Vermont.  Dr. Dixon is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center. She also speaks both nationally and internationally at conferences in her field of  Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Dixon recently at the grand opening of her new clinic, Anova Fertility & Reproductive Health. In today’s show, we talk about the impact of aging infertility, the reality of IVF, and future of fertility treatments! Topics discussed in today's episode What is Dr. Dixon’s vision, and unique approach, for her new clinic? Why Dr. Dixon integrates working with a variety of caregivers into the management of her patients and practice What event was the catalyst that made Dr. Dixon want to specialize in her specific field? The shocking statistics of successfully conceiving as you age Why is a woman over the age 40 less likely to conceive even if she’s in peak physical condition? How likely is it that IVF will be successful and what is the most important factor? Why you need to know the difference between a clinical pregnancy and a “take-home baby” Dr. Dixon breaks down just how long an IVF cycle actually is What is Dr. Dixon’s perspective on patients who come to her with very specific plans; especially when they aren’t a path she would recommend for them? Does the future of fertility treatments include men being able to carry a child in a transplanted uterus? Is it possible that stem cells will allow IVF to be successful without having to take any medications? What is Augment IVF Treatment and what are the implications of this breakthrough? What is the one thing Dr. Dixon wants you to take away from her appearance today? The one myth Dr. Dixon would eliminate if possible Connect with Dr. Marjorie Dixon You can connect with Dr. Dixon on her clinic's Website and on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Resources mentioned Anova Fertility & Reproductive Health | Dr. Marjorie Dixon's Clinic FFP 088 | IVF Using Donor Eggs | Egg Donation | Infertility | Donor Egg Bank USA | Heidi Hayes FFP 096 | Deconstructing Your Infertility Diagnosis | Poor Ovarian Reserve | Practical Ways of Managing Stress | Traditional Chinese Medicine | Mary Wong Pathways to Pregnancy: Personal stories and practical advice for your fertility journey American Society for Reproductive Medicine Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society Fertility Friday Group Programs Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

Vicki Braun is a master fertility awareness consultant, trained and certified in four different methods of NFP; she is also a certified GAPS practitioner.  She has a Bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry and a Master's Degree in microbiology.  She writes and speaks on NFP, balancing hormones and healing the gut.  She has taught NFP for over thirty years and has consulted with thousands of women.  She combines NFP and her knowledge of hormonal imbalances with a focus on gut health in order to help people restore hormonal balance through diet and lifestyle changes. In today's show, we talk about cervical mucus and why it's central to the fertility awareness method. We also talk about the connection between gut health, diet, and fertility. Topics discussed in today's episode Why is cervical mucus central to a woman's hormone health? Can women learn fertility awareness on their own? What are the benefits of learning fertility awareness from an instructor? How to manage continuous mucus observations What is the connection between diet & fertility? What is the connection between gut health & fertility and how does that show up in your menstrual cycle? Weston A. Price dietary principles for fertility How do xenoestrogens impact fertility & the menstrual cycle? Connect with Vicki You can connect with Vicki on her Website Resources mentioned Wise Fertility Choices | Vicki Braun Billings Ovulation Method | Main Site Billings Ovulation Method | Wikipedia Serena Canada Couple to Couple League The Family of the Americas | Natural Family Planning FFP 084 | Adrenal Fatigue, Fertility & Hormone Balance | The Kalish Method | Dr. Daniel Kalish Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

Nora is a Board-Certified Naturopathic Physician and Creighton Model FertilityCare Practitioner in Toronto. She helps adults and children find relief from infertility, seizures, allergies, insomnia, high blood pressure (Marfan syndrome) & hormonal imbalances. She is an expert in drug-herb interactions & prescribes natural medicines which enhance the efficacy of the prescription medication. She advocates the midwifery model of natural birth and eco-friendly Fertility Appreciation with the Creighton Model FertilityCare System. She supports couples to conceive naturally. Nora is also the author of several articles and book chapter on Naturopathic treatment for epilepsy, women's health and fertility. In today's episode, Nora and I talk about using a woman's menstrual cycle chart as a diagnostic tool both from a medical perspective and from a Naturopathic perspective. We focus on assessing a woman's hormonal levels and supporting them in a way that aligns with her menstrual cycle. We also focus on progesterone levels specifically. How to test for progesterone, what your levels should be, how to know if your levels are low, and what to do about it if they are. Topics discussed in today's episode What is the difference between bio-identical progesterone and synthetic progesterone? What is NaPro (Natural Procreative) technology? How can NaPro technology be applied to a woman's cycle from a Naturopathic perspective? What is wrong with using the 28-day menstrual cycle model to inform testing and treatment of women? Why is the standard day 21 progesterone test useless for most women most of the time? When should a woman's progesterone be tested to get an accurate reading? How do a woman's progesterone levels change during pregnancy? What role does progesterone play in sustaining a pregnancy? What is the optimal lab range for progesterone 7 days after ovulation? How would you know if your progesterone might be low? How are a woman's progesterone levels related to her mental health? What is the relationship between progesterone levels and seizures? Connect with Dr. Pope You can connect with Nora on her Website and on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter Resources mentioned Nora Pope ND | Nora Pope Cycle Charting & Progesterone HRT | Health-Local.com NaPro Technology FFP 062 | Acupuncture for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Health | Jani White FFP 055 | Menstrual Cycle Health | Why Regular Ovulation is Essential for Bone, Heart and Breast Health | Dr. Jerilynn Prior NaPro Technology Related Podcast Episodes FFP 031 | Using Fertility Awareness Charting to Treat Infertility Naturally | NaPro Technology | Dr. Danielle Miller FFP 075 | Cervical Mucus Charting | Fertility Awareness Method | NaPro Technology | Megan Faller Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

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. I’m excited to talk with  Dr. Naylor about how physicians are trained regarding hormonal contraceptives, and what her experience was like with fertility challenges since coming off the pill herself. 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 Dr. Miranda Naylor (website) What is a DO? FFP 007 | What the pill really does to your hormones | PCOS & Menstrual Irregularities | Dr. Lara Briden FFP 095 | No More Periods? The Blessings of the Curse | Menstrual Suppression | The Pill | Dr. Susan Rako FFP 100 | Anniversary Edition Part 1 | Multi-Episode Compilation | Fertility Awareness Method | Pregnancy | Birth Control | Women’s Health | Lisa | Fertility Friday Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

Lily is a researcher, speaker, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition and a unique specialty in gestational diabetes. As a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Certified Pilates Instructor, she is the first to advocate for a nutrient-dense, lower carb diet for managing gestational diabetes. Her book, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, (and an online course of the same name), has helped thousands of women have healthy babies - and most without the need for blood sugar-lowering medication. What’s now been dubbed her “Real Food Approach” is currently being used in several research studies. Lily joined us on 2 previous episodes: episode 16 where we talked all about gestational diabetes and episode 25 where we talked about exercise during pregnancy! I’m excited to have Lily back on the show to talk about PCOS, and how to manage PCOS through diet and lifestyle changes! Topics discussed in today's episode What is the connection between PCOS and diabetes? What are some of the classic signs & symptoms of PCOS? How big of an impact can dietary changes make on your PCOS symptoms? Does a poor diet cause PCOS? How does PCOS impact the menstrual cycle? What is the link between PCOS, insulin sensitivity & diabetes? How is obesity related to PCOS? What foods cause insulin to spike? Is it possible to eat too much fruit? How does our consumption of carbohydrates impact our blood sugar? How does consuming soy products impact our hormone levels? Why is breakfast actually the most important place to start when balancing hormones? What can I eat for breakfast that is filling, nutritious, fast, won't spike my blood sugar, and will leave me feeling satisfied afterward? Connect with Lily You can connect with Lily on her Website and on Facebook and Twitter Resources mentioned Pilates Nutritionist | Lily Nichols Real Food for Gestational Diabetes: An Effective Alternative to the Conventional Nutrition Approach (book) | Lily Nichols Real Food for Gestational Diabetes | Lily Nichols Real Food For Gestational Diabetes (Book Review) | Fertility Friday FFP 016 | Real Food for Gestational Diabetes | Pre-conception & Pregnancy Nutrition | Lily Nichols FFP 025 | How Much Should Women Exercise During Pregnancy? | The Good, The Bad and the Uncomfortable | Lily Nichols FFP 009 | Sacred Fertility Foods | The key to having healthy babies and a healthy pregnancy | Sally Fallon-Morell PCOS Related Podcast Episodes FFP 022 | What is PCOS? | Healing PCOS Naturally | PCOS Diva Amy Medling FFP 029 | Learning to use Fertility Awareness after Coming Off  of the Pill | Managing PCOS Naturally | Jennifer Neff FFP 052 | Surviving Fertility Challenges | Infertility, PCOS & IVF | Kym Campbell FFP 060 | Treating PCOS Without Fertility Drugs | Conceiving Naturally With PCOS | Dr. Katherine Sherif FFP 072 | The Connection Between Eating Disorders, PCOS, & Fertility | Angela Grassi Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

Molly is an American homebirth midwife, reproductive health advocate, and educator, specializing in supporting pregnancy loss and abortion. She works with a full spectrum of reproductive experiences and supports individuals and families in finding the best options for themselves, including traditional, home- and plant-based alternatives. She teaches workshops on a variety of subjects within alternative reproductive healthcare aiming to provide empowered support for our complicated and fluid reproductive lives. She has taught hundreds of people the art and science of alternative fertility management, honoring its roots, and exploring its potential to change the way we relate to our bodies, our fertility, and our bleeding. She also loves catching babies and supporting birthing and postpartum families. In today’s show, we talk about abortion, miscarriage, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and menstrual extraction. We talk about the role midwifery care plays in helping women to manage these devastating life events. Please keep in mind that in today's episode we are talking about extremely difficult and sensitive topics. If you have experienced pregnancy loss of any kind this episode may be triggering for you. Topics discussed in today's episode Herbal abortion, emmenagogues & herbs that encourage menstruation and abortion The complexities of seeking support for an abortion if you have limited access in your region Financial barriers to miscarriage The implications of seeking support for abortion from a midwife What is a Full Spectrum Doula/Full Spectrum Midwifery? What is menstrual extraction, and in what situations can it be used? What role can menstrual extraction play for athletes, early abortion, and miscarriage? How did the introduction of hormonal contraceptives impact the prevalence of menstrual extraction? The implications of menstrual extraction for endometriosis The reality of miscarriage The emotional impact of pregnancy loss The different ways women experience miscarriage Should women allow miscarriage to happen naturally or seek medical intervention? (when the fetal heartbeat is not detected anymore for example) The traumatic experience of stillbirth and late-term pregnancy loss The role of midwifery care in pregnancy loss Supporting women who have experienced pregnancy loss Connect with Molly You can connect with Molly on her Website and via email Resources mentioned Molly Dutton-Kenny | Certified Professional Midwife FFP 091 | The Fifth Vital Sign | Fertility Awareness Method | Reproductive Health | Kelsey Knight & Emily Varnam FFP 018 | Arvigo Abdominal Therapy | Vaginal Steaming | Traditional Maya healing for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Irregularities| Dr. Rosita Arvigo FFP 009 | Sacred Fertility Foods | The key to having healthy babies and a healthy pregnancy | Sally Fallon-Morell FFP 093 | Mind & Body Connection to Fertility | Visualization & Meditation for Fertility | Circle + Bloom | Joanne Verkuilen Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

Jessica is the Founder and CEO of the Integrative Women's Health Institute and is passionate about caring for and empowering women who struggle with women’s and pelvic health conditions. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women's pelvic healthcare. Having over a decade of experience as a women’s and pelvic physical therapist plus owning a private women’s health clinical nutrition and coaching practice gives her a unique perspective on the integrative, conservative options for pelvic pain management. Jessica was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and Duke Integrative Medicine.  She is currently a doctoral student in clinical nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health In today’s show, we talk about pelvic health, what causes pelvic pain and inflammation and how to address these issues from a functional medicine perspective. Topics discussed in today's episode How does pelvic pain impact the quality of life for women? How are the pelvic floor muscles interconnected? What factors contribute to pelvic pain in women? The structural factors that contribute to pelvic pain (i.e. birth or physical trauma) The link between food sensitivities, inflammation, hormone imbalance and pelvic pain The importance of connecting with your pelvic area, your vulva, vagina and knowing your basic anatomy and physiology The connection between pelvic pain and gut health Why it is important to be diagnosed if you think you may have endometriosis Differentiating between muscle tension, tightness, weakness and strength The psychosocial connection to pelvic pain What is pelvic floor physiotherapy? Are Kegels the best exercise for strengthening the pelvic floor muscles? Is it possible to heal and restore the integrity of the pelvic floor muscles after childbirth? What is the best way to engage and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles? Connect with Jessica You can connect with Jessica on her Website and on Facebook and Twitter Resources mentioned Integrative Women's Health Institute | Jessica Drummond FFP 027 | The Impact of Sexual Abuse on Fertility and Infertility | Part 2 | Dr. Erica Berman FFP 009 | Sacred Fertility Foods | The key to having healthy babies and a healthy pregnancy | Sally Fallon-Morell Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

After nearly 2 years of this podcasting journey, I'm still going strong, and I wanted to celebrate my 100th episode by creating a special compilation! In this episode, I have strung together a number of clips from numerous different episodes. I have had the incredible privilege of interviewing over 100 amazing guests who have shared their knowledge, experience, and wisdom for all of us to benefit from. I had such a hard time narrowing down which episodes to pull from that I ended up with a 2 part series!  I created these episodes as a thank you to my amazing listeners and guests, so I hope you enjoy episode 100! Click here to listen to part 1! Episode list from Episode 100 Part 1 (in order) FFP 044 | Taking Charge of Your Fertility | Fertility Awareness Method | Toni Weschler FFP 007 | What the pill really does to your hormones | PCOS & Menstrual Irregularities | Dr Lara Briden FFP 055 | Menstrual Cycle Health | Why Regular Ovulation is Essential for Bone, Heart and Breast Health | Dr. Jerilynn Prior FFP 053 | The Effect of Light on the Menstrual Cycle and Fertility | Sleeping in Darkness to Regulate Menstruation | Natural Family Planning | Joy DeFelice FFP 067 | Healthy Menstruation | Fertility Awareness | Fertility Massage Therapy | Rachel Eyre FFP 018 | Arvigo Abdominal Therapy | Vaginal Steaming | Traditional Maya healing for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Irregularities| Dr. Rosita Arvigo Additional Clips from Episode 100 Part 1 (in order) FFP 071 | Connecting With the Wisdom of Your Menstrual Cycle | Fertility Massage Therapy | Clare Blake FFP 024 | Celebrating Menstruation from Menarche | Embracing your Fertility and your Menstrual Cycle with Fertility Awareness | Jane Bennett FFP 038 | Using Fertility Awareness to Navigate Through Perimenopause and Menopause | Lisa Leger FFP 002 | Fertility Awareness Method Cycle Charting | Rose Yewchuk FFP 073 | Copper Toxicity, IUDs, and the Birth Control Pill | Julie Casper FFP 061 | How to Conceive Naturally and Have a Healthy Pregnancy after 30 | Willow Buckley FFP 010 | Coping with Infertility | Using the Law of Attraction to manifest a baby | Alexandra Sipos-Kocsis FFP 097 | Managing the Stress of Infertility | The Physiology of Stress | Meditation & Guided Visualization | Hypnotherapy | Mind + Body Stress Reduction | Helen Adrienne Episode list from Episode 100 Part 2 (in order) FFP 020 | How to Accurately time Sex to Optimize your chances of getting Pregnant | Why Cervical Mucus is Essential | Dr. Kerry Hampton FFP 036 | Increasing Body Literacy with Fertility Awareness | Health Benefits of Regular Ovulation | Feminism and The Pill | Laura Wershler FFP 070 | Healing, Illness, Fertility & Pregnancy | Getting to the Root Cause | Dr. Thomas Cowan FFP 095 | No More Periods? The Blessings of the Curse | Menstrual Suppression | The Pill | Dr. Susan Rako FFP 084 | Adrenal Fatigue, Fertility & Hormone Balance | The Kalish Method | Dr. Daniel Kalish FFP 066 | Gut Health and Fertility | Preconception Nutrition | GAPS Diet | Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride FFP 031 | Using Fertility Awareness Charting to Treat Infertility Naturally | NaPro Technology | Dr. Danielle Miller Additional Clips from Episode 100 Part 2 (in order) FFP 056 | The History of Fertility Awareness-Based Methods | The Justisse Method of Fertility Management | Learning and Teaching Fertility Awareness | Geraldine Matus FFP 082 | Fertility Awareness | Body Literacy | Grace of The Moon | Sarah Bly FFP 033 | The Garden of Fertility | Night Lighting & Cycle Regulation | Electromagnetic Radiation | Katie Singer FFP 013 | Using Fertility Awareness with Irregular Cycles | Charting your Cycles while Breastfeeding | Justina Thompson FFP 008 | Trying to conceive after long-term birth control use | Fertility Awareness | Amy Sedgwick FFP 021 | What Hormonal Contraceptives Really do to Women | Sweetening the Pill | Holly Grigg-Spall FFP 045 | Autoimmune Disease and Fertility | Thyroid Health | MTHFR Gene Mutation | Dr. Fiona McCulloch FFP 012 | Recovering from Post-Birth Control Syndrome | How to get your period back | Laura Schoenfeld FFP 068 | Sleep your way to a Healthy Menstrual Cycle | The Connection Between Sleep and Fertility | Shawn Stevenson FFP 054 | The MTHFR Gene Mutation and Fertility | Recurrent Miscarriage, Nutrient Deficiencies, and Folic Acid | Diane Keddy FFP 011 | Age-Related Fertility Decline | Using Reproductive Technologies | IVF IUI & IVM | Dr. Melanie McDowall FFP 092 | Natural Fertility Info | Nutrition For Fertility | Smart Supplementation | Get Pregnant Naturally | Hethir Rodriguez FFP 060 | Treating PCOS Without Fertility Drugs | Conceiving Naturally With PCOS | Dr. Katherine Sherif FFP 017 | Natural Treatment for Unexplained Infertility | Treating Endometriosis and Fibroids | Dr. Shawna Darou, ND FFP 096 | Deconstructing Your Infertility Diagnosis | Poor Ovarian Reserve | Practical Ways of Managing Stress | Traditional Chinese Medicine | Mary Wong FFP 101 | Pelvic Pain and Inflammation | Functional Nutrition | Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy | Jessica Drummond FFP 074 | Resurrection Year | Maintaining Hope Through Infertility | Sheridan Voysey Connect with Lisa You can connect with Lisa on the Fertility Friday Website and on Facebook and Twitter Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Sponsored By This episode is sponsored by Circle + Bloom! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout!  

After receiving a diagnosis of PCOS as a late teen, and being told that “pregnancy may be difficult” Joanne did struggle to conceive. Her difficult emotional journey ended with two beautiful and healthy children, but when her close friend started having fertility problems, it prompted her to take Action. Exploring the connection between the mind+body, as well as the direct connection between stress and hormone balance and ultimately fertility, she had the idea of creating a daily relaxation program that tracked to the monthly cycle. Given the fact that our bodies are changing every day throughout the month, a physiological daily guided visualization made complete sense to her. This lead Joanne to create Circle Bloom! In today’s show, we talk about the mind/body connection to fertility, and how fertility can be improved through stress reduction, guided meditation, and visualization. Topics discussed in today's episode What prompted Joanne to focus on the mind + body connection as opposed to something more tangible like diet & supplementation How 15 minutes of guided meditation and visualization can reverse your stress Why is visualization so powerful for fertility? Why is the placebo effect all but completely ignored by our medical system and our culture? How to connect those who are skeptical of the effectiveness of visualization and meditation to the scientific research showing its benefits What does the science actually say about visualization and meditation? How to emotionally overcome the diagnosis of "infertility" The importance of connecting with others and receiving support from those with similar experiences and challenges Examining your limiting beliefs and replacing them with beliefs and practices that empower you to make the changes you want to see in your life How to incorporate these practices into your life even if you don't have the time Calming your thoughts and learning to silence your inner critic Connect with Joanne You can connect with Joanne on her website and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Resources mentioned Circle + Bloom | Joanne Verkuilen Molecules of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine (book) | Candace Pert The Science of Mindlessness and Mindfulness (podcast) | Ellen Langer Love, Medicine & Miracles (book) | Dr. Bernie Siegel FFP 096 | Deconstructing Your Infertility Diagnosis | Poor Ovarian Reserve | Practical Ways of Managing Stress | Traditional Chinese Medicine | Mary Wong FFP 089 | Treating Infertility Naturally | Natural Fertility Solutions | Getting to the Root Cause | Gabriela Rosa Circle + Bloom has created a special offer for the Fertility Friday community! Click here to receive 20% off Circle + Bloom products! Make sure to use discount code: FertilityFriday at checkout! Join the community! Find us on the Fertility Friday Facebook Fan Page Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic

In BONUS Episode 02 of Beat Infertility, we interview Joanne Verkuilen of Circle+Bloom about using visualization for fertility success.

In BONUS Episode 02 of Beat Infertility, we interview Joanne Verkuilen of Circle+Bloom about using visualization for fertility success. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.