Fertility Friday Radio | Fertility Awareness For Pregnancy And Hormone-free Birth Control

Today’s episode is about an important topic that hasn’t yet been addressed on the podcast: bleeding disorders. Find out how bleeding disorders affect women, and why they often go undiagnosed. You won’t want to miss my interview with Dr. Fiona Bethea and Jhon Velasco. Dr. Fiona Bethea is a Health Scientist on the Bleeding Disorders Team in the Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch of the Division of Blood Disorders (DBD), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). She joined DBD in 2009 and served as the project coordinator and technical advisor for a study of hemophilia inhibitors, a serious treatment complication. Since 2016, she has worked with community partners to develop evidence-based health promotion and education programs to reduce and prevent complications of bleeding disorders. She also collaborates in the monitoring and evaluation of the Community Counts bleeding disorders surveillance program. Dr. Bethea has been privileged to serve this community and contribute to the scientific evidence ba

Raquel Lemus is a Licensed Midwife based in Los Angeles who has worked with families since she was 16 yrs old and has been a birthworker and uterine health specialist since 2012. Raquel serves the LA community as a Full Spectrum Midwife, Peristeam Hydrotherapist, Placenta Specialist, Yoga Instructor, and Educator. It is her goal to connect people back to the known wisdom and intelligence of their uterus in order help them experience more joy and alignment with their life purpose! In today’s episode we talk about postpartum vaginal steaming and the impact it can have during the first 6 weeks postpartum and beyond. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Course.  The most in-depth and comprehensive online fertility awareness self-study program available. Click here  to join now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Raquel’s background and what drew her into midwifery Raquel’s philosophy around birth What is vaginal steaming and what is the history of it Postpar

Kate Kordsmeier is a writer, educator, and creative entrepreneur. After almost a decade as a freelance journalist, Kate founded Root + Revel, a holistic wellness blog with a focus on mind-body-soul health. Once the blog blossomed into a 6-figure business, she started the The Six-Figure Blog Academy, a digital course dedicated to helping others start their own profitable businesses. Kate is also the host of the Success with Soul Podcast. Her mission is to empower women to create a profitable, purpose-filled online business and build a life of freedom and flexibility, without selling their soul. Today Kate shares her story about overcoming post-pill PCOS. An episode you won’t want to miss! Topics discussed in today's episode: Kate’s menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptives history What inspired Kate to start her holistic wellness blog, Root + Revel Kate’s journey coming off of the pill and normalizing her menstrual cycle Challenges with hormonal contraceptives Kate’s experience with her healthcare provider

Dani Sheriff is an Australian-Born, Austin based digital  illustrator, YouTuber and podcaster. She is the host of The Hypothalamic  Amenorrhea Podcast and founder of The HA Society – a podcast and online community for women who care about getting their periods. Her mission is to free up mental space for people who are caught up  in the diet-hard mindset so that they can do their life's greatest work. In today’s episode we talk about some of the most common myths about HA (i.e. that it can only happen to women who are really skinny) and much more! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program!  We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Dani’s period history and birth control use Dani’s personal diagnosis and experience with HA Dani’s experience with telling her doctors about her missed periods The effects of HA on ovulation and progesterone Differences between women with PCOS and HA Dani

Women are not small men! Today I dive into the important topic: Decoding the MALE health influencer space! From intermittent fasting to magical “diets,” I’m diving into the controversy and sharing why your menstrual cycle should be your guide to navigating what’s right for YOU! I also get into why, from a professional standpoint, the menstrual cycle can be an integral part of helping your clients navigate this space. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program!  We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: What inspired Lisa for decoding the male influencer space        How men and women are different in their hormonal profiles How we use the menstrual cycle as the great equalizer Diet trends in today’s world and how they differ for men and women What is intermittent fasting How intermittent fasting can disrupt the menstrual cycle What works best for women of reproductive ag

Nora Pope is a Fertility Awareness advocate and looks forward to the day when all women attain fertility literacy and know when they are fertile. In 2020, Nora Pope co-founded Fertility Continuing Education, an organization that creates accredited post-graduate courses in the fields of fertility awareness, restorative fertility treatment and perinatal care for healthcare professionals. Her publications include naturopathic treatments for epilepsy (Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Epilepsy), neurology, perinatal care, how to collaborate with other health care professionals, and cycle charting for several Naturopathic (“Day 21 No More: how to chart your cycle for the properly timed use of Progesterone HRT”, NDNR) and Midwifery publications Midwifery Today.) She is a popular public speaker and, since 2003, Nora has been educating physicians, midwives, pharmacists, and health experts on the scientific use of natural medicines. At professional healthcare conferences, she has presented on drug-herb inter

If you’re a women’s health professional and you’ve ever wondered how to incorporate fertility awareness into your practice, you’ll love today’s episode! Discover the most common challenges and misconceptions about adding fertility awareness charting support to your professional practice. If you’re wanting to learn even more, join us on Wednesday February 17th for a LIVE class all about incorporating fertility awareness into your professional practice! Follow this link to register today! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program!  We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Challenges involved in incorporating Fertility Awareness Charting to your existing practice There are very few programs designed for professionals to become knowledgeable on FAM charting The time commitment to learning a new area of expertise How healthcare professionals overestimate their ability to teach th

Samantha is an exercise and mindset coach, helping women take control of their fertility through the mind body connection so they can level up their life. After being diagnosed with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, finding out it’s possible to be too fit to get pregnant, and undergoing IVF to have their son, Samantha made drastic changes to her unhealthy relationship with exercise and healthy eating. She now helps other women through the major mindset shifts it takes to stop overexercising and under-eating so they can regain their cycles and get pregnant without going crazy! In today’s episode, Samantha shares her experience with HA, how she overcame it, and some of the specific challenges women face when dealing with HA. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program!  We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Samantha’s personal experience with HA and what led her to focus on this specific ar

Taq, ਤਕਦੀਰ ਕੌਰ Taqdir Kaur Bhandal, is the CEO of @imwithperiods. She runs her small business & think tank and spends her days doing research and teaching at the University of BC. She also gets to nerd out with fellow scholars as a member of the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research. When she’s not engaging in period research & writing of some kind, she spends her days trying to follow the rays of the sun with her dog. She’s trained as a human developmental biologist, health policy analyst, and herbalist. She is now physically based in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Mi’kmaw Territories after spending many years living in Vancouver. She is passionate about nachos & nach (dance)! In today’s episode, we talk all about self care, and why it’s essential to maintaining healthy menstrual cycles! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program!  We start the first week of March! For details and to apply now Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Taq’s

Mark is the founder and CEO of Organic Pastures Dairy Company, a leading California and national brand of truly raw dairy products including milk, butter, cream, kefir, truly raw cheddar cheeses. Founder and chairman of Raw Milk Institute and is an internationally recognized speaker and expert with an emphasis on Raw Milk production standards, gut biome, milk genomics, nutritional benefits, food safety and the medical benefits of raw unprocessed milk and products. Mark is deeply involved with raw milk food safety research and is associated with the International Milk Genomics Consortium at UC Davis. Since 2018, two peer reviewed research papers now identify the Raw Milk Institute standards, training and testing protocols as causing “The RAWMI EFFECT”. Since 2014, in the USA there has been a 357% increase in raw milk consumption with a decrease of 74% for reported illness associated with raw milk. This positive effect has been associated with the advances in testing technology and the standards and training de

In today’s on-air client session, my client Annie shares her experience with vulvodynia, the challenges she encountered getting a proper diagnosis, and how she discovered the link between her symptoms and hormonal birth control. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! [powerpress] Topics discussed in today's episode: The link between Vulvodynia and hormonal birth control The history of Annie’s menstrual cycle and her use of the birth control pill What lead Annie to choose fertility awareness Annie’s symptoms after she made the switch from the pill to an IUD Annie’s misdiagnosis of a vaginal infection Annie’s experience with a pelvic floor therapist Doctors recommendations for Annie’s pain and discomfort How side effects from using a horm

In today’s on-air client session, my client Grace shares her experience navigating cycle challenges while learning to use fertility awareness for birth control. Discover the lessons she learns from paying attention to her cycles! Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality Series! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Grace’s menstrual cycle history How Grace managed her fertility and what lead her to incorporate fertility awareness Grace’s thoughts on learning the Fertility Awareness Method The learning process of Fertility Awareness How women’s knowledge of the Fertility Awareness Method differ The importance of knowledge when making the switch to fertility awareness How Grace feels that the fertility awareness allows her to heal herself Possible cau

Today I share a rare interview with my husband John, who shares his perspective on fertility awareness cycle charting. You’ll get a peak “behind the curtains,” if you will on what it’s really like for a couple to use fertility awareness for birth control. This episode gives many insights from the male perspective, and will help you when you’re ready to have these types of conversations with your partner! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: What it was like for John when Lisa shared that she used the Fertility Awareness Charting method when they first started dating The importance of trust in a relationship when charting How men initially react to learning about charting Lisa’s suggestions on approaching and discussing Fertility Awareness Charting with your partner John’s advice to women when approaching their partner abou

In today’s on-air client session, my client Anna shares her experience seeking support within the medical system, and many of the challenges she’s had with medical professionals. Tune in to discover how she advocated for herself to get the care she needed. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality series! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Anna’s menstrual cycle history and experience How Anna managed her fertility and what brought her to Fertility Awareness Charting Anna’s previous health issues Challenges Anna had choosing a provider to support her How Anna advocated for her own health to health care providers The importance of finding a health care provider that is compatible with the approach you have Connect with Lisa : You can connect with Lis

In today’s on-air client session, my client Liana shares her experience learning fertility awareness postpartum. Discover what factors affect how soon you’ll start ovulating again after you’ve had your baby, and how to chart during the transitional period. Head over to fertilityfriday.com/FAMreality to listen to the other episodes in the Fertility Awareness Reality series! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Liana’s fertility awareness journey Liana’s menstrual cycle history Liana’s pregnancy experience Why Liana did not go back on the pill after her daughter’s birth How Liana learned about FAM Liana’s period history postpartum The importance of choosing a practitioner that fits you The Link between breastfeeding and your menstrual cycle When women should speak with their doctor postpartum if they don’t get their

In today’s special Pill Reality Series episode, my guest Frances shares her experience with the copper IUD. Many women turn to the copper IUD since it is one of the few non-hormonal options available, but the same question remains: are most women informed of the risks? Head over to fertilityfriday.com/pillreality to listen to the other episodes in the Pill Reality series! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: Frances’ menstrual cycle history and how she managed her fertility How the pill effected Frances libido Why Frances switched to the Copper IUD What was the process of inserting the Copper IUD for Frances Frances’ side effect immediately following after getting the Copper IUD inserted How the IUD effected Frances hormones Side effects of the IUD during the 5 years she had the IUD How Frances' period changed after

Today’s episode is all about fertility awareness, and the 4 basic steps to follow when you’re learning to chart your cycles! Tune in to find out what to watch out for when coming off the pill or charting postpartum as you learn the ropes. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us? Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: How to discover the Fertility Awareness Method Four Steps involved in learning Fertility Awareness Specific things to know and watch out for if you’re coming off the pill or post-partum What is Fertility Awareness? What is the menstrual cycle? The three main fertile signs What the Post Pill transition looks like Challenges you will see when coming off the pill Differences in Postpartum Charting Connect with Lisa : You can connect with Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, and on her website. Resources mentioned: Taking Charge of Your Fertility The Fift

Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & fertility expert, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, and Body Belief. Aimee works virtually with clients all over the world, as well she is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York and Connecticut. Aimee holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Rutgers University. She is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Beauty line of hand-crafted, organic skincare products that are optimized for hormone harmony. Aimee is also the Head of Chinese Medicine at The Well in NYC and is a frequent speaker at women’s health & wellness conferences across the nation. In today’s episode we talk about autoimmunity and the negative impact it can have on fertility. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 w

Laura Schoenfeld is a Registered Dietitian (RD), women’s health expert, and business coach for integrative and functional dietitians and nutritionists. Her mission is to educate women on how to nourish their bodies, minds, and spirits and help nutrition professionals grow and scale a successful business. A specialist trained in functional medical nutrition therapy, she has helped hundreds of women optimize their hormone and gut health while allowing for flexibility in their diet and lifestyle choices. Drawing on her background as a teaching assistant and mentor for the Kresser Institute’s ADAPT functional practitioner program, Laura has coached dozens of dietitians and nutritionists on how to grow their businesses for financial success. In today’s episode we talk all about hypothalamic amenorrhea, and how to overcome the mindset challenges to successfully recover healthy eating patterns and a healthy cycle! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully cust

Today’s episode is focused on period taboos, and how menstruation is managed cross culturally. My guest Ila Mostafa published the paper The Real Period Stain: Menstrual Stigma and Its Pressures in South Asia  based on a combination of her research and personal experience in this area. If you’ve ever wondered about menstrual taboos and/or stigma in different cultures, you’ll definitely appreciate this episode. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook. The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of it’s kind, available in both Fahrenheit and Celsius editions. Click here to grab your copy today! Listen to The Fifth Vital Sign for free with your free 30 day trial of Audible! Click here to listen now. Topics discussed in today's episode: What brought Ila to studying menstrual stigmas Ila’s personal experience with menstruation and how it differed How Ila defines menstrual stigma and what impact it has on our lives How different religions view women’s menst