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

Does the pill cause depression? In today’s episode, FAMM practitioner Nikki Zavitz joins me to talk about her experience transitioning off the pill and how that lead her to make a shift in her business towards fertility awareness! Nikki Zavitz is a Menstrual Cycle, Fertility Awareness and Body Literacy Educator, as well as a Certified Teacher who founded Pretty River Red Tent, an educational hub…

When should we consider period pain ‘normal’? When is it problematic? Join me for an interview with Samantha Avnet. Samantha is a Nationally Board-Certified and California Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist and a Certified Arvigo® Abdominal Therapy Practitioner. She has been working with plant medicine for over twenty years with her roots in Western herbal traditions and is a Certified Women’s…

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

Why do so many with endometriosis go undiagnosed? In today’s episode FAMM practitioner Brittany Cornish shares her experience with endometriosis, and shares useful insights for not only getting an accurate diagnosis, but what to consider when seeking treatment. Brittany is a Reproductive Health Practitioner with certifications in Nutrition, Fertility Awareness Instruction (FEMM) and Cycle…

What do you do when you start bleeding between periods and it won’t stop? Lilliana shares her personal journey healing from an abnormal bleeding episode that lasted several months. Discover how the her experience in the FAMM program helped both personally and professionally! Lilliana is a massage therapist and Abdominal Therapy practitioner, who helps women suffering from physical pain and…

Can running a marathon cause you to lose your period? Join me for a fascinating conversation with FAMM practitioner Haley Smith as she shares how her period was impacted by her training schedule. Haley is a Nutritionist and Certified FAMM Practitioner specializing in helping women find their answers to sub-fertility. She’s on a mission to serve women who have never been taught how their fertility…

Is “unexplained infertility” really unexplained? Tune into my latest interview with Marc Sklar, the ‘Fertility Expert’ as we delve into the real reasons behind ‘unexplained’ infertility. Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. He’s mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey…

What are the most common side effects of the pill? Find out in today’s podcast episode with pharmacist Ross Pelton. Ross, also known as the Natural Pharmacist, is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist. He received his Ph.D. in Psychology and holistic health. He has written  10 books including “The Pill Problem: How to protect your health from the side effects of oral contraceptives” and “The…

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

  Why do 50% of women stop taking the pill the first year they use it? Why are so many women dissatisfied with hormonal contraceptives (HCs)? Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Series episode to discover the most common reasons women come off HCs! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program!  Use this link to join the waiting list!  Today’s episode…

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

Does caffeine consumption affect the menstrual cycle? Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Episode to learn more about the impact of caffeine on sleep, hormones, fertility, and the menstrual cycle! Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Use this link to join the waiting list!  Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery…

Why do so many women still have thyroid symptoms even when their lab results are “normal”? Find out in today’s episode with Dr. Eric Balcavage and Dr. Kelly Halderman. Dr Eric Balcavage is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional and regenerative medicine clinic in Glen Mills, PA. he is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (C.N.S.), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, and a licensed…

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

Does the pill shrink the clitoris and vulvar tissue?!? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Join me in today’s brand new FAMM Research Episode for a deep dive into sexual side effects of hormonal birth control. Today’s episode is also sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook.  The first fully customizable paper charting workbook of its kind, available in both Fahrenheit and…

Is this normal? Join Dr. Brighten and I as we explore strategies for getting your doctor to listen to you and help you when you’re having symptoms! Dr. Jolene Brighten is a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a…