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Fertility Friday

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Does Skipping Breakfast Count As Intermittent...

Fertility Friday ·

2026/01/09

Does Skipping Breakfast Count As Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting is a trending nutrition strategy—but many women unknowingly compromise their hormonal health by skipping breakfast. In this episode, Lisa explores how breakfast impacts ovulation, energy levels, progesterone production, and overall cycle health. Drawing on research highlighted in Real Food for Fertility, she discusses why a strategic… Read More »The post Does Skipping Breakfast Count As Intermittent Fasting? | FAMM

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58:50

Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Fertility | Real...

Fertility Friday ·

2026/01/02

Nutritional Strategies for Fertility with Lily Nichols, RDN Discover research-backed nutritional strategies to optimize fertility with Lily Nichols, RDN. Explore protein intake, blood sugar balance, and how to support women with PCOS through real food interventions. Timestamps 00:00 – FAMM promo: why fertility awareness is a cornerstone diagnostic tool 02:30 – Introduction to Lily Nichols… Read More »The post Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Fertility | Real Food for Fertility | Lily

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19:15

Do We Really Need Fat To Balance Hormones?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/12/26

Do We Really Need Fat To Balance Hormones? In this episode, Lisa reviews a long‑term dietary intervention study that unintentionally revealed just how strongly dietary fat intake influences estrogen, progesterone, ovulation, and overall menstrual cycle health. For decades, low‑fat diets have been promoted as a pathway to better health. But when it comes to women’s… Read More »The post Do We Really Need Fat To Balance Hormones? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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38:45

The Clitoral Shrinkage Study: How Hormonal...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/12/22

Podcast Host: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner with over 20 years of experience. As the host of the Fertility Friday Podcast and author of The Fifth Vital Sign, Lisa empowers women to understand their menstrual cycles and optimize their hormone health. She’s a passionate advocate for informed… Read More »The post The Clitoral Shrinkage Study: How Hormonal Contraceptives Affect Sexual Function | Ep. 472

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44:16

Top Fertility Insights of 2025

Fertility Friday ·

2025/12/19

Top Fertility Insights of 2025 Discover the top 10 fertility awareness takeaways of 2025, including new research, the critical role of cycle literacy in women’s healthcare, and why ovulation isn’t optional. Timestamps 00:00 – Reflecting on 11 years of podcasting and 600+ episodes 05:20 – The menstrual cycle as a diagnostic tool 12:40 – Cervical… Read More »The post Top Fertility Insights of 2025 appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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43:12

Does The Pill Shrink Vulvar Tissues? | FAMM Research...

Fertility Friday ·

2025/12/12

Does the Pill Shrink Vulvar Tissues? Can hormonal birth control shrink vulvar tissues and impair sexual function? In this FAMM Research Series episode, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack reviews one of the most controversial studies on the long-term effects of combined oral contraceptives and the vaginal ring on clitoral size, vulvar blood flow, and sexual satisfaction. Timestamps 00:00… Read More »The post Does The Pill Shrink Vulvar Tissues? | FAMM Research Series appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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24:41

Does Ovulation Affect How “Sexy” You Feel?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/12/05

Does Ovulation Affect How “Sexy” You Feel? How does ovulation impact a woman’s self-perception and sexual behavior? In this episode, Lisa explores a fascinating new study that reveals the cyclical shifts in women’s self-rated attractiveness, sexual desire, and grooming behaviors — and the stark contrast for women on hormonal contraceptives. Timestamps 00:00 – Why understanding… Read More »The post Does Ovulation Affect How “Sexy” You Feel? appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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52:46

What Every Woman Should Know About Painful Sex

Fertility Friday ·

2025/11/28

Painful Sex and Vaginismus: What Every Woman Should Know | Dr. Janelle Frederick Pelvic pain and vaginismus are more common than you think. In this episode, Dr. Janelle Frederick breaks down the myths, stigma, and real solutions for painful sex. Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and FAMM Certification announcement 03:20 – Dr. Janelle’s journey to becoming… Read More »The post What Every Woman Should Know About Painful Sex appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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59:25

Why You’re Still Bloated — Even on the “Perfect” Diet

Fertility Friday ·

2025/11/21

Why You’re Still Bloated — Even on the “Perfect” Diet with Hannah Aylward Even if you’re eating a “perfect” diet, chronic bloating and digestive symptoms can persist — and for many of your clients, they do. In this eye-opening conversation, Lisa is joined by certified holistic health coach Hannah Aylward to unpack the deeper gut… Read More »The post Why You’re Still Bloated — Even on the “Perfect” Diet appeared first on Fertility Friday.

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34:21

Is Fertility Awareness Too Complicated For Your Clients?

Fertility Friday ·

2025/11/14

Is Fertility Awareness Too Complicated For Your Clients? | FAMM Research Series Is fertility awareness too complex for clients to use effectively? In this special FAMM Research Series episode, Lisa explores the nuances of user behavior, intention, and method efficacy—and what it means for health professionals supporting clients with fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs). Timestamps 00:00… Read More »The post Is Fertility Awareness Too Complicated For Your Clients? appeared first on

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35:59

Bringing Fertility Awareness To Midwifery

Fertility Friday ·

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?

Fertility Friday ·

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?

Fertility Friday ·

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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