Synopsis
Fertility Friday Radio is your source for information about the Fertility Awareness Method and all things fertility related. Fertility Friday Radio debunks common myths about the fertility awareness method, birth control, and conception. Learn how to increase your chances of getting pregnant if youre trying to conceive, and learn how the Fertility Awareness Method is more effective than the pill for birth control when used correctly. Your host Lisa, founder of fertilityfriday.com, is passionate about womens health, specifically in the areas of fertility, hormone-free birth control, conception, and pregnancy. Lisa delivers in-depth weekly interviews with a wide variety of special guests covering fertility awareness, birth control, menstrual health, hormonal health, pregnancy and much more.
Episodes
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FFP 576 | Using The Menstrual Cycle As A Vital Sign In Adolescent Girls | FAMM Research Series
30/05/2025 Duration: 25minThe menstrual cycle is a vital sign. So why isn’t it treated like one? 10 years after ACOG said we should be assessing every teen girl’s cycle… most clinicians still aren’t doing it. We need to change that. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 575 | Is Withdrawal Legit? | FAMM Research Series
23/05/2025 Duration: 24minWait…you’re telling me withdrawal might actually work? That’s what the data is starting to suggest—and it’s time we stopped pretending this method doesn’t exist. Your clients are using it. Are you ready to talk about it with clarity instead of stigma? Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 574 | PMDD & The Menstrual Cycle | FAMM Research Series
16/05/2025 Duration: 18minCould the menstrual cycle be the missing piece in understanding and treating psychiatric disorders, especially PMDD? Tune in as we break down a recent study calling for the inclusion of menstrual cycle awareness in psychiatric care. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 573 | Is A New Male Contraceptive On The Horizon? | FAMM Research Series
09/05/2025 Duration: 28minHave you ever wondered why we don’t have a hormonal contraceptive for men, despite women having had access to birth control pills for over 60 years? In this episode, we explore the current state of male contraception, why it's taken so long for options to emerge, and what challenges still stand in the way. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 572 | Is Red Light Therapy Beneficial For Menstrual Cycle Health? | Tracy Donegan
02/05/2025 Duration: 59minRed light therapy isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a fertility tool with serious science behind it. From powering up your mitochondria to improving egg and sperm quality, this episode will change the way you think about light and conception. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 571 | The Truth About Cycle Changes In Perimenopause | FAMM Research Series
25/04/2025 Duration: 27minHow common are cycle changes as you approach menopause? Today I break down a fascinating study that measured cycle changes during the 10 years before menopause so you know what to expect. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 570 | Finding Fertility After 8 Years of Infertility | Monica Cox
18/04/2025 Duration: 44minHer doctor told her she couldn’t get pregnant, but a surprise pregnancy proved him wrong! Today I’m sharing an interview with Monica Cox, where she shares her IVF journey and the incredible shift that happened in her fertility once she started addressing her health holistically. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 569 | Why Your Doctor Isn’t Recommending Fertility Awareness-Based Methods | FAMM Research Series
11/04/2025 Duration: 51minIf you’re still wondering why your doctor isn’t recommending fertility awareness methods, I’m sharing a study that explains it all — in their own words too! Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 568 | Barriers To Fertility Awareness Research | New Research on Miscarriage | Dr. Marguerite Duane, MD
04/04/2025 Duration: 01h03minHave you ever wondered why fertility awareness research doesn't get the attention it deserves? Or why miscarriage remains such a silent and misunderstood issue? Dr. Marguerite Duane joins me to discuss the challenges of publishing fertility research, the real reasons behind miscarriage, and how we can change the landscape for women's health. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 567 | Is The Pill Really That Bad? | FAMM Research Series
28/03/2025 Duration: 01h03minThe white lies about the pill are crashing down around us! In today’s episode I decimate a recent research article trying desperately to invalidate women’s concerns about hormonal birth control. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 566 | Overcoming HA After 3 Years Without A Period | Grace Parce
21/03/2025 Duration: 57minFrom 3 years without a period to consistent, healthy cycles! Tune into my latest interview to learn more about how Grace plans to inspire other women to do the same. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 565 | Elevating The Birth World With Fertility Awareness Education | Feven Binega-Northcott
14/03/2025 Duration: 57minCan fertility awareness transform the way we approach and experience birth? Find out in today’s episode with Feven Binega-Northcott. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 564 | Can You Teach Fertility Awareness If You Don’t Have Charting Experience? | Rhoda Chee, RDN
07/03/2025 Duration: 42minCan you teach fertility awareness without charting experience? Rhoda, one of our FAMM Practitioners-in-training, shares her experience learning to chart her cycles postpartum while also learning to teach her nutrition clients! Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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FFP 563 | Will Getting The Timing Right Help You Get Pregnant Faster? | FAMM Research Series
28/02/2025 Duration: 37minCan fertility awareness help you get pregnant faster? Even if you don’t make any other health changes? Find out in today’s episode. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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FFP 562 | Elevate Your Women’s Health Practice By Specializing In These 2 Areas
21/02/2025 Duration: 42minIf you’re a women’s health practitioner and you haven’t specialized in advanced cycle charting (fertility awareness) and fertility, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity! In today’s episode I share why these skills are essential as cycle charting becomes more mainstream. Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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FFP 561 | Boost Fertility And Balance Hormones By Doing THIS! | Real Food For Fertility | Lily Nichols RDN
14/02/2025 Duration: 01h28minFollow these steps to boost fertility and balance hormones! Lily Nichols joins me this week as we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Real Food for Fertility! We share some of the most compelling success stories we’ve received from readers all over the world! Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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FFP 560 | Missing Period? | Low Fat Intake And Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) | FAMM Research Series
07/02/2025 Duration: 33minThis episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!
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FFP 559 | Do ADHD Symptoms Change With The Menstrual Cycle? | FAMM Research Series
31/01/2025 Duration: 17minDo ADHD symptoms change with the menstrual cycle? Find out in today’s episode! Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 558 | Your Menstrual Cycle Is The Fifth Vital Sign | 6-Year Anniversary!
24/01/2025 Duration: 38minWhat is a vital sign? And why should we consider the menstrual cycle our 5th vital sign? Find out in today’s episode as we celebrate the 6th year anniversary of my first book, The Fifth Vital Sign! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?
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FFP 557 | Should You Modify Your Workouts Based On Your Menstrual Cycle? | FAMM Research Series
17/01/2025 Duration: 28minShould you base your exercise routine on your menstrual cycle? What does the research say about it? Find out in today’s episode! Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa’s new book Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here! Would you prefer to listen to the audiobook version of Real Food for Fertility instead?