Victoria Myers is a registered dietitian and period recovery specialist who has spent over a decade helping women recover from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), restore their fertility, and feel at home in their bodies again. She works closely with women who have lost their periods due to chronic under-fueling, over-exercising, and high stress, guiding them toward sustainable healing rather than quick fixes. Victoria holds professional credentials as a registered dietitian and brings deep clinical experience in fertility, hormone health, and disordered-eating recovery.

Listen in to hear Victoria Myers share:

1. What hypothalamic amenorrhea is, how it develops, and why it is fundamentally different from PCOS
2. Key red flags and “healthy” habits that may actually be contributing to HA, including over-exercise and restrictive eating
3. Why jumping straight to IVF or fertility treatments can be risky for women with HA, and what needs to be addressed first
4. What’s really happening hormonally with estrogen, cortisol, LH, and progesterone during HA
5. Surprising symptoms of HA, like frequent urination, and why they’re often overlooked
6. How pregnancy and postpartum can be vulnerable periods for relapse, and what women with HA need to prioritize during those stages
7. The impact of chronic stress, social media health culture, and misinformation on women struggling with HA
8. Practical insights into labs, recovery timelines, and rebuilding a healthy relationship with food and movement
9. so much more

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating missing periods, fertility challenges, or the blurred line between “healthy” living and disordered behaviors—and for anyone who wants a clearer understanding of why HA requires a completely different approach than PCOS.

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In this episode, I address one of the most common and frustrating messages women hear when trying to conceive: that you must lose weight in order to get pregnant. I unpack the nuanced relationship between weight, metabolism, and fertility, drawing from research, clinical insight, and my work with clients, with a particular focus on PCOS, insulin resistance, and newer medical tools like GLP-1 medications. My goal is to move this conversation away from shame and oversimplification and toward clarity, empowerment, and true metabolic health.

Listen in to hear me share:

1. The connection between BMI and fertility outcomes, and why this doesn't tell the whole story
2. What actually drives fertility challenges, including insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and stress
3. How improving diet, lifestyle, movement, and nervous system regulation can support fertility without obsessing over the number on the scale
4. Why weight loss may happen as a side effect of treating the root cause of your fertility challenges
5. My thoughts on GLP-1 medications and fertility, including when they may be helpful, their limitations, and why habits still matter
6. How to reframe fertility support around nourishment, metabolic health, and long-term well-being, and why that shift can be so powerful
7. + so much more

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In this solo episode, I speak directly to women who have recently been diagnosed with PCOS. I share my own journey from the fear and confusion of diagnosis to understanding my body, healing my hormones, and ultimately achieving natural pregnancies. This episode is both personal and practical, grounded in lived experience and evidence-based guidance, with the goal of helping you feel informed, empowered, and hopeful.

Listen in to hear me share:

1. A clear explanation of what PCOS actually is, how it’s diagnosed, and why it looks different for every woman
2. The root causes of PCOS
3. How each root cause impacts hormones and ovulation
4. Why diet and lifestyle changes compliment medical interventions for PCOS
5. Practical, actionable steps you can start taking to balance blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and address PCOS at the root
6. Why knowledge, support, and small consistent changes can be incredibly empowering when you’re managing PCOS naturally
7. Free resources to help you take charge of your PCOS with confidence and clarity
8. + so much more!

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In today's episode, I’m sharing part two of my postpartum healing journey.

In this episode, I share:

1. The physical and emotional toll of postpartum recovery after a painful pregnancy
2. How I navigated prenatal depression, weight changes, and limited mobility
3. The fitness and rehab routines that slowly helped me walk again
4. Why self-care and support — especially a summer with family — made all the difference
5. How I’m using meditation to support my mental and emotional healing
6. What it looks like to balance motherhood and self-growth
7. so much more

If you’re in a season of rebuilding, this one’s for you. You're not alone — and healing is possible.

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In this episode I sat down with Brittany Metka from The cycology lab to talk about what it really looks like to prepare for pregnancy in today’s world — a world filled with toxins, stress, and confusing advice.

This episode is full of actionable tips, compassionate insight, and validation for anyone who’s trying to do pregnancy prep better, not harder.

Listen in to hear us talk about:

1. Why the modern world is making fertility harder — and what you can do about it
2. How Brittany uncovered root issues through functional lab testing
3. The role of blood sugar, muscle strength, and a colorful diet in fertility prep
4. Why nervous system regulation and stress relief are essential for hormone health
5. Practical, real-life steps you can take today to prep your body for pregnancy
6. so much more

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything but still not getting answers, this episode is for you.

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I’m back, and I honestly can’t explain how good it feels to be here again.

It’s been six months since I last recorded, and a lot has happened. I’m coming to you now about five months postpartum, and for the first time in a long time, I feel like I have my life, my soul, and my body back after a really difficult pregnancy, an unexpectedly intense birth, and a postpartum season that took real time to recover from.

In this episode (Part 1), I’m sharing my birth story, because I really believe birth stories are sacred. Mine didn’t go the way I planned at all, and I debated whether to share it, because it’s intense. I gave birth in Israel on June 16th, in the middle of a sudden war with Iran, and it was the definition of “everything out of control.” If you’re currently pregnant and feel like this might be too much, it is completely okay to save this for later.

I take you through the final days of pregnancy with SPD, the chaos of lockdown with two toddlers, losing my original doula plan, switching hospitals last minute, and what it was like going into labor while sirens and alerts were going off. I also share what helped me get through it in the moment, and how I’ve been processing it since, including the shift from anger and resentment to finally being able to draw strength from what I survived.

If you’ve ever had a birth or postpartum experience that didn’t go how you expected, I hope this helps you feel less alone.

In this episode, I open up about:

1. The moment everything changed when we went into war and life shut down
2. Losing my original birth plan, and what it felt like to adjust in real time
3. Advocating for what I wanted during labor (and what I had to let go of)
4. Using hypnobirthing, breath, and visualization to stay grounded when everything felt chaotic
5. Transition, nausea, pushing, and the moment I met my baby girl
6. Postpartum in the hospital during sirens, shelters, and being moved ward-to-ward
7. +so much more

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As I get ready to take a break for maternity leave, I wanted to record one last episode to reflect on what this pregnancy has really been like behind the scenes.

The second half of pregnancy has brought its fair share of challenges — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

From dealing with pelvic pain and SPD to navigating waves of prenatal anxiety, it’s been a lot. I also talk about what it’s been like trying to balance work, motherhood, and the pressure to stay "relevant" online, all while growing a human.

I’m sharing updates on my maternity leave plans, how I’m setting boundaries for my mental health, and why I felt it was important to share this chapter, even the messy parts.

If you're pregnant now, hoping to be, or just juggling a million things while trying to stay grounded, I hope this episode resonates.

In this episode, I open up about:

• What it’s really been like dealing with SPD, pelvic pain, and prenatal anxiety
• How I’m balancing business, family, and the realities of growing a baby
• Why I’m stepping back from social media
• Giving myself permission to rest
• Thoughts on maternity leave in Israel and what I’m hoping for postpartum
• Letting go of the pressure to “keep up” and embracing the newborn phase with presence
• + so much more

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Yael Trusch is a financial educator and the host of the Jewish Money Matters Podcast, where she empowers people to develop a positive relationship with their money that is also aligned with their values.

Yael brings a unique blend of Torah wisdom and practical financial strategies to her work, helping women integrate spirituality and financial wellness. She holds an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and has years of experience teaching both Torah and financial literacy.

Listen in to hear Yael share:

• How her background in Torah teaching led her to financial education
• Why we need to normalize talking about money
• How to align your financial decisions with your personal and spiritual values
• The importance of "money dates" for couples and how to do them right
• Strategies to teach children healthy and values-based financial habits
• Why giving to charity (maaser) is a powerful spiritual and financial tool
• + so much more!

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In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey as I prepare for my third childbirth—this time, leaning deeply into the practice of hypnobirthing. I open up about what this experience has been like for me, how I’ve used techniques like deep breathing, visualization, and affirmations to stay calm, and why I believe it’s so important to challenge the way we’ve been taught to think about labor and birth.

I also talk about some of the most common myths around birth—especially the idea that pain and fear are just part of the deal—and offer a different perspective rooted in trust, peace, and choice. Whether you’re planning a home birth or hospital birth, what matters most is creating an environment that supports you physically and emotionally.

In this episode, I share:

• How I’ve reframed my beliefs about pain, fear, and danger in childbirth
• The hypnobirthing tools I’ve found most powerful and how I use them
• What actually happens in the body during labor—and how mindset plays a huge role
• My thoughts on choosing between home and hospital birth here in Israel
• What I’ve learned about midwives, post-birth care at the milon, and navigating the birth system
• How I’m protecting my birth bubble and preparing to welcome this baby with joy
• What birth costs look like in Israel and how I’ve planned for it
• +so much more

Whether you’re pregnant, planning to be, or just curious about a different way to approach birth, I hope this episode inspires you to trust your body and your voice in the process.

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Nicole Fennell, RDN, is a functional Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with nearly 15 years of experience helping women uncover the root causes behind frustrating symptoms like bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight. As the founder of Chews Food Wisely, Nicole leads a team of expert dietitians who specialize in thyroid health, hormone balance, gut support, and metabolism mastery.

Through her signature BRAIN Method—balancing blood sugar, regulating inflammation, supporting adrenal resiliency, optimizing the gut, and replenishing nutrients—Nicole empowers her clients to finally feel like themselves again through a food-first approach. Whether she’s teaching at the University of Texas at Tyler or teaching her clients from her computer screen, Nicole blends science, soul, and sustainability into everything she does.

Listen in to hear Nicole share:

• Her journey getting diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease as a registered dietician and how that inspired her to help women treat the root causes of thyroid dysfunction
• Why so many women with thyroid issues get told their labs are ‘normal’ when they feel awful
• What role nutrition actually plays in thyroid health and how minerals, blood sugar balance, and inflammation affect your thyroid
• The link between PCOS and hypothyroidism
• How to tackle stubborn weight gain with hypothyroidism
• The importance of stress management, consistent routines, and rest for healing your thyroid
• + so much more!

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