Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

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  • Women and Perfectionism: Being Brave Enough to Heal | Iona Holloway

    There’s a haunting kind of loss when women live in a constant state of perfectionism. In this episode, bestselling author Iona Holloway shares her story, which is the story of many women today.

    We discuss topics including women and perfectionism, the endless striving toward success, harmful habits, perfectionism and anxiety, and finding emotional resilience. Iona shares her journey of overcoming perfectionism as well as the bravery it took for her to truly face her emotions and find healing. 

    Iona is the author of Ghost: Why Perfect Women Shrink. She’s the voice behind the Soul Breathwork app and founder of Brave Thing, where she helps strong women clear the emotional muck and glow again in their life and work.

    Discussed in this episode:

    • Iona’s experience with perfectionism, eating disorders, and depression
    • What is perfectionism?
    • The danger of “good vibes” all the time
    • How to overcome perfectionism and start living life
    • Common fears and setbacks around healing harmful behaviors 
    • The importance of asking for help, and what to do if you don’t know where to start
    • Noticing your body’s innate language
    • Navigating triggers in the real world 


    “When we talk about perfectionism, we often tie it to someone being ‘Type A’... We see perfectionism as having incredibly high standards or being high achieving. But perfectionism can manifest in lots of different ways. I view it as chronic safety seeking.” - Iona Holloway

    Related to this episode:

    • Get the book: Ghost - Why Perfect Women Shrink
    • Iona’s Website: www.bravething.co
    • Iona’s Breathwork App: Soul Breathwork App
    • Ioana Secret Podcast: Goldmine
    • Follow Ioana on Instagram: @ioanaholloway
    • Resources and episodes on Mental Health



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    Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

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    Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

    Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


    **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


    **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


    **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


    54 min
  • LISTEN AGAIN: IBS: Navigating Diagnosis, Treatment, and the Difficult Healthcare System | Dr. Peter Whorwell

    Dr. Peter Whorwell, author of Take Control of your IBS, directs the South Manchester Functional Bowel Service and has had a particular interest in the functional gastrointestinal disorders. His unit undertakes research into the clinical, epidemiological and pathophysiological aspects of functional gastrointestinal disorders as well as caring for large numbers of these patients from all over the UK. 


    In honor of April’s IBS Awareness Month, dive into IBS and complications around diagnosis and treatment. Given Dr. Whorwell’s book provides a lot of the foundations and is a quick read, we dove into some of the topics he did not go deep into in the book. We do cover some foundations.


    You will learn this…


    • Challenges with modern medicine impacting IBS diagnosis and how tests don’t solve everything
    • Typical IBS symptoms and how IBS symptoms are unique from other possible conditions
    • Research conducted about endometriosis vs IBS
    • Another perspective on endo belly
    • Caution around understanding symptoms, especially around your period versus throughout menstrual cycle so you are not treated for the wrong thing
    • Why HRT can play a critical role for IBS patients in perimenopause and post menopause
    • Bloating vs distension
    • Gut microbiome and IBS relationship
    • Whether comprehensive stool analysis is worth it
    • IBS and the impact of fiber
    • Whether laxatives damage the bowel


    • “I can’t cure you, but I can make life better for you. IBS won’t be cured, at least not in my lifetime” - Dr. Peter Whorwell


      Resources:

      • Dr. Peter Whorwell's Book: Take Control of your IBS
      • Review other IBS resources
      • Podcast Episode on Gut Health
      • Podcast Episode on Bloating


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          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for information purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          About Dr. Peter Whorwell

          Professor Whorwell graduated in biochemistry at the University of London and in medicine at Guy’s Hospital, London. After a series of residencies and fellowships, one of which was in the USA, he was appointed as Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at the University Hospital of South Manchester in 1981 and was subsequently promoted to Professor of Medicine and Gastroenterology. Over the years he has had a particular interest in the functional gastrointestinal disorders and now directs the South Manchester Functional Bowel Service. This unit undertakes research into the clinical, epidemiological and pathophysiological aspects of functional gastrointestinal disorders as well as caring for large numbers of these patients from all over the UK. It also undertakes a wide-ranging programme of research into new treatment options for these conditions including pharmacological, dietary and behavioral approaches.


          Professor Whorwell has published over 350 papers and chapters in his fields of interest and serves on a number of international advisory panels and working parties.

          58 min
        • The Anatomy of Anxiety | Ellen Vora, MD

          Anxiety disorders are on the rise today, and the world we live in doesn’t make it any easier to deal with. According to the World Health Organization, anxiety has increased by 25% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

          In this episode, psychiatrist and author Ellen Vora joins us to discuss the main message of her new book, “The Anatomy of Anxiety.” We discuss generalized anxiety disorder, how to deal with anxiety as a woman, different factors that contribute to mental health, lifestyle changes vs anxiety medication, and more. If you or someone you care about struggles with anxiety symptoms, make sure to check out Ellen’s book.

          Ellen Vora, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher. She is the author of the bestselling book “The Anatomy of Anxiety”. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root. Dr. Vora received her B.A. from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia University. 

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Dr. Ellen Vora’s work as a psychiatrist 
          • Understanding false anxiety and real anxiety, and how to know the difference
          • Genetic vs psycho-spiritual influences on mental health 
          • Getting clear on lifestyle changes for anxiety 
          • Medication as a bridge out of mental suffering, not a quick-fix solution
          • Women’s hormonal effects on anxiety and experiencing valid emotions
          • Crafting an environment and community that feels good to you


          “True anxiety is actually what’s right with us when we are able to viscerally connect to what’s wrong around us. It’s not something to pathologize — it’s something to slow down and heed its guidance.” - Ellen Vora

          Related to this episode:


          • Get Ellen Vora’s Book: The Anatomy of Anxiety
          • Website: www.ellenvora.com 
          • Follow Ellen Vora on Instagram: @ellenvoraMD
          • Mentioned Episode: Ovulation is Critical for Women’s Health | Dr. Jerilynn Prior
          • Resources and episodes on Mental Health



          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          54 min
        • Redefining Motherhood: Perspectives from Women without Kids | Ruby Warrington

          In this honest and moving episode, author Ruby Warrington joins Fempower Health to discuss her new book, Women Without Kids. We cover all topics from childless couples who don’t want children to women who can’t have children even though it’s their deepest desire.

          Ruby shares her experiences writing such an important book, societal pressures for women to have kids, patriarchal assumptions, childlessness vs child-free, and fertility and sterility issues influencing adults today. 

          Listen for an insightful, relatable conversation and be sure to check out Ruby’s newest book, Women Without Kids, available in Spring 2023.

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Thoughts on Ruby’s new book and why she wrote it
          • What does motherhood mean today?
          • The impact our relationships with our mothers have on views on motherhood
          • Why do women decide to not have kids?
          • Rethinking the assumption that women should automatically want children
          • External pressures women face about marriage, motherhood, and childrearing 
          • Infertility and its impact on women with no kids
          • Pronatalism and society’s historical conditioning

          “There’s no such thing as normal. There’s no perfect, untainted path. Whatever path we choose in life is going to come with some regrets, challenges, and suffering.” - Ruby Warrington

          Related to this episode:


          • Ruby’s website: www.rubywarrington.com 
          • Get the Book: Women Without Kids
          • Follow Ruby on Instagram: @rubywarrington 
          • Recommended Book: Birth Strike
          • Recommended Book: Countdown
          • Resources and episodes on Breaking Taboos



          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          45 min
        • How to Find Chemical Free Products and Ingredients | Amy Ziff of MADE SAFE

          How do you know which products and ingredients are safe to use? Are nontoxic ingredients also eco-friendly? In this episode, we interview Amy Ziff, founder of MADE SAFE: the first human health and eco-friendly nontoxic certification program. Amy shares why nontoxic options are so important to health and the planet, where to find affordable chemical free products, and simple ways you can start choosing cleaner options today. 

          Amy Ziff is an ingredient expert, healthy living educator, writer, and mother who helps people transform their consumer decisions. The MADE SAFE platform helps you reduce the use of harmful chemicals and find certified products that are safe and clean for the whole family. 

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Why safe ingredients matter
          • How to tell if an ingredient is safe
          • What the MADE SAFE certification is and how to use it
          • The science on harmful chemicals in products today
          • What happens when people eliminate chemicals to live a nontoxic lifestyle
          • How to detox your home (and the #1 chemical to remove immediately)
          • Skincare, makeup, and nontoxic beauty products
          • Several basic rules and “poison P’s” we all should be aware of

          “What the ‘organic’ seal is for food, Made Safe is for products. It sets a standard of scientific principles by which we assess ingredients, materials, and substances that go into the things we use every day to determine whether or not they’re using safe ingredients.” - Amy Ziff

          Related to this episode:


          • Visit MADE SAFE: www.madesafe.org 
          • Follow @MadeSafeHQ and @Amy.Ziff on Instagram
          • Connect with @MADESAFE on Facebook
          • App for sleep: Breethe App 
          • Resources and episodes on Breaking Taboos

          • Resources and episodes on Pregnancy & Motherhood




          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          53 min
        • Tips for Better Sleep (and How Sleep Affects Women) | Dr. Chris Winter

          Ever wondered how to sleep better at night? If you aren’t getting enough sleep, you may feel stressed, disappointed, and even burnt out. Studies show that those who regularly lack sleep have an increased risk for chronic health issues like diabetes and heart disease, as well as difficulty experiencing optimal focus. But stressing over this fact can actually prevent you from sleeping even further!

          In this episode, Dr. Chris Winter shares some of the common sleep issues and stressors that prevent sleep, as well as practical tips covered in his book to get better sleep. Georgie and Dr. Winter discuss menopause sleep issues, specific sleep solutions for women, and how to sleep better during menopause and postpartum. 

          Dr. Chris Winter is a sleep specialist and the owner of the Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine clinic. He helps professional athletes and sports organizations optimize sleep schedules, and hosts the popular medical podcast Sleep Unplugged.

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Dispelling the worries over falling asleep and waking up 
          • Menopause sleep problems and how to address them 
          • Why do you wake up in the middle of the night, and is it normal?
          • The relationship between sleep and postpartum 
          • The importance of rest — not just sleep
          • Understanding how sleep works in order to effectively treat insomnia 
          • Does melatonin work?
          • The secret to great sleep for improved quality of life 

          “In today’s medical system, physicians let women down all the time. Sleep and menopause are maybe two of the biggest ways we do that.” - Dr. Chris Winter

          Related to this episode:


          • Chris Winter’s Book: The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep Is Broken and How To Fix It
          • Chris Winter’s Book: The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder--And How to Help 
          • Dr. Chris Winter’s Website: www.wchriswinter.com 
          • Listen to the Sleep Unplugged Podcast
          • Resources and episodes on Mental Health



          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          52 min
        • Reframing Menopause: Stages of Life Women Can Embrace and Enjoy | Ann Garnier

          Menopause is a life stage for women, not a condition to endure. In this episode, we dispel some of the myths and common negative attitudes about entering menopause. Ann Garnier, CEO of Lisa Health and co-founder of menopause tracking app Midday Health, shares her insight. 

          Ann explains how post-menopausal women can take care of their bodies and embrace this stage of life. She talks about health technology, menopause and sex drive, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and the benefits of tracking your symptoms for body awareness and health advocacy.

          Discussed in this episode:

          • What is menopause? 
          • What resources are available today for menopausal women?
          • How menopausal women can find products that are regulated 
          • Sleep hygiene and menopause
          • How diet, nutrition, and sugar intake impact women during menopause
          • The benefit of tracking your menopause symptoms 
          • Menopausal treatment and hormone therapy 
          • Answers to the top 5 questions women ask about menopause 


          “I think it’s important for us to flip the perception of menopause from a doom-and-gloom, negative thing to one where women feel this is a really celebratory time in their lives.” - Ann Garnier 

          Related to this episode:

          • Episode: Perimenopause Symptoms | Dr. Alyssa Dweck
          • Episode: Women’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting | Dr. Mindy Pelz
          • Episode: Hormone Repair After 40 | Dr. Lara Briden
          • Resources and episodes on Perimenopause & Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter

          • Midday Health: www.midday.health 
          • Midday on Instagram: @midday.health
          • Midday on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/midday-health 


          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          53 min
        • Chronic Pelvic Pain: Is it Endometriosis? | Dr. Peta Wright & Dr. Thea Bowler

          Chronic pelvic pain affects nearly 20% of women today. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed — or gets assumed as endometriosis. If you or a woman you know struggles with pelvic pain and painful periods, this episode is for you.

          Dr. Peta Wright and Dr. Thea Bowler, gynecologists at Vera Women’s Wellness, join us to discuss pelvic pain. As two specialists on endometriosis, fertility, and women’s health, they bring a whole-body perspective to female pelvic pain. They talk about the difficulties of pelvic pain, the nervous system, endometriosis surgery, research in women’s health, and what can cause pelvic pain in a woman.

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Is endometriosis always the cause of pelvic pain in women?
          • The different types of endometriosis 
          • Early intervention for chronic pelvic pain 
          • The autonomic nervous system and pain pathways 
          • Living in a world that doesn’t make room for women’s periods
          • What someone can do if they have pelvic pain or other endometriosis symptoms
          • Do women with severe endometriosis pain always need surgery?
          • Current research on endometriosis and pain 

          “It’s possible to have severe endometriosis but no pain, and it’s possible to have no endometriosis but severe pain. So there’s such a bigger picture we need to deal with.” 

          - Dr. Peta Wright


          Related to this episode:

          • Vera Women’s Wellness: www.verawomenswellness.com.au 
          • Learn about Endometriosis: www.fempower-health.com/endometriosis 
          • Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health

          • Resources and episodes on Endometriosis

          • Mentioned: Endometriosis, Pain, and Whole Women’s Wellness | Dr. Peta Wright
          • Mentioned: What Pain Science Reveals About the Brain/Body | Dr. Melissa Farmer
          • Mentioned: Ovulation and Women’s Health | Dr. Jerilynn Prior & Dr. Lara Briden
          • Endometriosis Foundation of America: www.endofound.org 


          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          1 hr 5 min
        • Let’s Talk About Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Carine Carmy

          More than 40 million women in the U.S. experience pelvic floor pain or dysfunction. But unfortunately, there are only about 5,000 pelvic floor specialists equipped to properly address these issues. At various stages of life, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, there are several things women need to know about pelvic floor health.

          In this episode, we hear from Carine Carmy, the co-founder of Origin, the top pelvic floor physical therapy provider. From her extensive background in healthcare and technology, she discusses pelvic floor anatomy, common issues as women age, the relationship between pelvic floor pain and muscle spasms, birth, menopause, and everything in between. Listen to learn about what you can do to prevent and address pelvic floor issues.

          Discussed in this episode:

          • What does good pelvic floor function look like?
          • Painful intercourse and the brain-body connection 
          • Symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction 
          • Pelvic floor and its relationship with pain, pleasure, and orgasm 
          • What is the most important exercise for pelvic floor?
          • Common pelvic floor issues after giving birth 
          • What happens to the pelvic floor during menopause and as we age?


          “We often think about pelvic floor therapy as, ‘Let me do my kegels after I have a baby so that I don’t pee my pants.’ But it’s really so much more than that. It’s also tied to orgasm and pleasure.” - Carine Carmy

          Related to this episode:

          • Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health

          • Check out Origin: www.theoriginway.com
          • North American Menopause Society: www.menopause.org 
          • Intl. Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health: www.isswsh.org 
          • American College of OB-GYN: www.acog.org  


          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          52 min
        • Knowing Your Thyroid Levels During Pregnancy | Dr. Katie Rothwell

          Thyroid plays an essential role in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. There are several things we should all know about healthy thyroid levels, whether living with an existing thyroid condition or experiencing unexpected hormone changes after conception.

          In this episode, Dr. Katie Rothwell shares her expertise on all things thyroid health. Dr. Katie Rothwell is a naturopathic doctor and educator who specializes in thyroid problems and pregnancy. She covers how to understand your thyroid levels in pregnancy, ideal thyroid levels for fertility, and what women should consider when trying to conceive if they have a diagnosed thyroid condition. 

          Discussed in this episode:

          • Important things to understand about thyroid during fertility and pregnancy
          • How to know optimal thyroid levels in pregnancy
          • Thyroid testing and pregnancy
          • TSH and other important thyroid screenings for fertility 
          • Secondary infertility and Hashimoto’s disease 
          • Lactation production and hormones 
          • Can pregnancy cause thyroid problems?
          • What should women with thyroid conditions do when pursuing pregnancy? 
          • Managing stress during pregnancy and postpartum 

          “There is so much that changes during pregnancy and postpartum — we don’t always attribute those changes to thyroid health. But we really need to be screening our women in those time frames, especially if they have a known thyroid issue.” - Dr. Katie Rothwell

          🔍 Time Stamps:

          00:30 - Introduction to the importance of thyroid levels during pregnancy.

          02:10 - Exploring the role of thyroid hormones in fetal development.

          04:55 - Common thyroid disorders and their impact on pregnancy.

          08:20 - Key symptoms to watch out for and when to consult a healthcare professional.

          11:15 - Strategies for managing thyroid levels and promoting a healthy pregnancy.

          14:40 - Expert advice on balancing thyroid medication and pregnancy.

          17:55 - Q&A session with Dr. Katie Rothwell, addressing common listener questions.

          21:40 - Closing thoughts and next steps for maintaining optimal thyroid health.

          Related to this episode:


          • Resources and episodes on Thyroid Disease

          • Resources and episodes on Pregnancy & Motherhood

          • Follow Dr. Rothwell on Instagram: @your.thyroid.nd 
          • The Thyroid Academy: www.thethyroidacademy.com


          🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:


          1. Help others discover Fempower Health:

          Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.

          2. Stay connected:

          Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.

          Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.


          **Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**


          **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**


          **May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**


          48 min

        About Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

        From the publisher's feed

        Fempower Health is where systems thinking meets women's health. Hosted by Georgie Kovacs, a healthcare strategist with 20+ years in the industry, each episode features conversations with leading researchers, clinicians, and innovators working to fix what's broken in women's healthcare. We cover hormone health, fertility, perimenopause, menopause, endometriosis, autoimmune disease, mental health, and sexual wellness, grounded in current research and real clinical practice. This isn't another wellness show. It's an evidence-based look at the systems, research, and policy shaping care for women, so you understand not just what's happening, but why.

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