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35:59

Bringing Fertility Awareness To Midwifery

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2025/11/07

Fertility Awareness for Midwives: Integrating FAM into Community Practice with Kate Chantry Fertility awareness methods (FAM) offer midwives a powerful, evidence-based framework to support cycle literacy, natural family planning, and postpartum care. In this episode, Lisa interviews Kate Chantry, a licensed midwife of 14 years, who shares how she integrates FAM tools and teachings… Read More »The post Bringing Fertility Awareness To Midwifery appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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24:48

Do Organ Meats Boost Male Fertility?

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2025/10/31

Do Organ Meats Boost Male Fertility? Are organ meats the missing link in male fertility? In this episode of the FAMM Research Series, Lisa breaks down a surprising study on red meat intake and reproductive parameters in young men — revealing a major disconnect between the data and the published abstract. Learn what the study… Read More »The post Do Organ Meats Boost Male Fertility? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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29:09

Are Women Ditching Birth Control For Fertility...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/10/24

Are Women Ditching Birth Control for Fertility Awareness? In this FAMM Research Series episode, Lisa examines a new UK-based study suggesting an increase in unintended pregnancies linked to fertility awareness methods. But is that really the whole story? Tune in for a critical breakdown of the data, the real reasons women are turning away from… Read More »The post Are Women Ditching Birth Control For Fertility Awareness? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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25:43

Is Science Leaving Women Behind?

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2025/10/17

Is Science Leaving Women Behind? | Exploring Sex Bias in Research What happens when science is designed for men? Lisa explores the entrenched sex bias in biomedical research and its impact on women’s health in this solo FAMM Research Series episode. Timestamps 00:00 – Why this episode is a continuation of the discussion with Dr.… Read More »The post Is Science Leaving Women Behind? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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24:34

AMH, Egg Quality, and Infertility

Fertility Friday ·

2025/10/10

AMH and Egg Quality: What the Research Really Says Discover what AMH really tells us about fertility, ovarian reserve, and egg quality. Lisa breaks down the latest research and debunks persistent AMH myths in this clinical deep dive for practitioners. Timestamps 00:00 – Why AMH is widely misunderstood in both clinical and patient settings 05:10… Read More »The post AMH, Egg Quality, and Infertility appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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26:51

Is Vitamin A The “On/Off” Switch For Sperm Production?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/10/03

Is Vitamin A the “On/Off” Switch for Sperm Production? In this FAMM Research Series episode, Lisa explores groundbreaking research on the role of retinoic acid—the active form of vitamin A—in spermatogenesis, testosterone production, and overall male fertility. Discover why vitamin A may act as the biological “on/off” switch for sperm production, and how nutrient-dense foods… Read More » The post Is Vitamin A The “On/Off” Switch For Sperm Production? appeared first on Fertility

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58:54

The Period Brain

Fertility Friday ·

2025/09/26

The Period Brain with Dr. Sarah Hill In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Sarah Hill explores the misunderstood “dark half” of the menstrual cycle, revealing how progesterone shapes mood, metabolism, immunity, and women’s overall health. Dr. Hill is an award-winning researcher, professor, and author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control, which changed the national… Read More »The post The Period Brain appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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48:41

Birth Control “Misinformation” On TikTok

Fertility Friday ·

2025/09/19

Birth Control Misinformation on TikTok: What Health Professionals Need to Know What happens when hormonal birth control criticism on TikTok is labeled “misinformation”? Lisa explores the rise of social media health narratives and the implications for fertility awareness educators. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to the FAM Research Series 04:12 – TikTok’s algorithm, engagement bubbles &… Read More »The post Birth Control “Misinformation” On TikTok appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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38:38

IUD Insertion Pain Is Finally Being Recognized By ACOG

Fertility Friday ·

2025/09/12

IUD Insertion Pain Is Finally Being Recognized By ACOG ACOG’s new 2025 statement finally validates IUD insertion pain. Learn what this means for pain management in cervical procedures, and how to support your clients through informed advocacy. Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing today’s topic: pain during IUD insertion 04:15 – ACOG’s 2025 consensus statement on in-office… Read More »The post IUD Insertion Pain Is Finally Being Recognized By ACOG appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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57:29

Does Oral Health Impact Fertility?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/09/05

Does Oral Health Impact Fertility? | Dr. Katie Lee Discover how oral health impacts fertility in this groundbreaking conversation with functional dentist Dr. Katie Lee. Learn the surprising link between the oral microbiome, systemic inflammation, and reproductive health. For the first time on the podcast, Lisa explores the connection between oral health and fertility with… Read More »The post Does Oral Health Impact Fertility? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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38:42

PMDD vs PMS — How Bad Is It?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/08/29

PMDD vs PMS: What Practitioners Need to Know About Hormonal vs Psychiatric Diagnoses In this solo episode, Lisa explores the clinical differences between PMS and PMDD and breaks down a recent study that tested mood, cognition, and food intake across the menstrual cycle. She highlights major limitations in the study’s hormonal testing methods and challenges… Read More »The post PMDD vs PMS — How Bad Is It? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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52:20

The Menstrual Cycle: An Overlooked Vital Sign in...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/08/22

The Menstrual Cycle as a Vital Sign in Psychiatry with Dr. Katie Marwick Psychiatrist Dr. Katie Marwick joins Lisa to discuss the overlooked role of the menstrual cycle in psychiatry. Together, they explore why cyclical hormone changes can exacerbate symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric conditions — and how acknowledging the menstrual… Read More »The post The Menstrual Cycle: An Overlooked Vital Sign in Psychiatry? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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1:05:03

Are Your Natural Beauty Products “Greenwashed”? | The...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/08/15

Are Your Natural Beauty Products “Greenwashed”? | The Hidden Toxins In Your Skincare with Courtney Joy Goetz In this episode of the Fertility Friday Podcast, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is joined by Courtney Joy Goetz to uncover the truth about greenwashing in the natural skincare industry. From misleading marketing claims to hidden endocrine-disrupting chemicals, they break down… Read More »The post Are Your Natural Beauty Products “Greenwashed”? | The Hidden Toxins In Your Skincare appeared

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1:28:33

Toxin Exposure and Fertility

Fertility Friday ·

2025/08/08

Toxin Exposure and Fertility with Lara Adler Toxin exposure and fertility are front and center in this practitioner‑level conversation with environmental health educator Lara Adler. We unpack where exposures actually come from, what’s realistically within personal control, and how to prioritize high‑impact reductions without fear or perfectionism. From endocrine‑disrupting chemicals (phthalates, bisphenols, PFAS) to everyday… Read More »The post Toxin Exposure and Fertility appeared first on

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23:38

Microplastics In Ovarian Follicular Fluid?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/08/01

Microplastics in ovarian follicular fluid: what does the research say? Are environmental toxins making their way into the follicular fluid that supports egg development? In this solo episode, Lisa explores the first study to detect microplastics in human ovarian follicles and what this might mean for fertility outcomes. What happens when synthetic pollutants end up… Read More » The post Microplastics In Ovarian Follicular Fluid? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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FFP 584 | Is PMS Disrupting Your Sleep? | FAMM...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/07/25

Is PMS ruining your sleep every month? Learn how your cycle could be disrupting your rest and what the latest research reveals about why it happens. Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Follow this link to join the waiting list for our next class! Today’s episode is also sponsored… Read More »The post FFP 584 | Is PMS Disrupting Your Sleep? | FAMM Research Series appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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FFP 583 | Is Birth A Medical Emergency? | HeHe Stewart

Fertility Friday ·

2025/07/18

What does it take to feel empowered, informed, and supported in your birth experience—especially in a system that often prioritizes policy over patient autonomy? Tune in to my latest episode with HeHe Stewart as we discuss! HeHe is the Founder of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, the creator of The Birth Lounge membership. With a… Read More »The post FFP 583 | Is Birth A Medical Emergency? | HeHe Stewart appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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FFP 582 | Infertility and Endometriosis | Is Surgery...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/07/11

What if your painful periods, fertility struggles, or “unexplained infertility” were actually symptoms of something treatable? Dr. Naomi Whittaker and I discuss this all in today’s episode! Dr. Naomi Whittaker is the founder of RRMAcademy.org and is an OBGYN fertility surgeon focused on women’s restorative reproductive medicine, compassionate healthcare, and education. Dr. Whittaker is a… Read More »The post FFP 582 | Infertility and Endometriosis | Is Surgery The Answer? | Dr. Naomi

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FFP 581 | Uh Oh! Women Are Turning To Social Media...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/07/04

What happens when women stop waiting for their doctors to “get it” and start turning to social media for answers? In today’s episode, Lisa breaks down a recent research paper that analyzes PCOS-related content across TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit—and the implications are enormous. Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program!… Read More »The post FFP 581 | Uh Oh! Women Are Turning To Social Media For Their PCOS | FAMM Research Series appeared first

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FFP 580 | Are Female Doctors More Knowledgeable About...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/06/27

Are female doctors really more supportive of fertility awareness-based methods—or are we just assuming they are? In this episode, we unpack the surprising data that challenges this assumption and explore what it means for cycle charting users and educators alike. Today’s episode is sponsored by FAMM, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship program! Early bird registration… Read More »The post FFP 580 | Are Female Doctors More Knowledgeable About Fertility Awareness? | FAMM Research Series

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