Friends With Fertility

In this empowering episode of Friends with Fertility, we’re joined by Kristyn Hodgdon—women’s health advocate, IVF mom, and Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Rescripted, a platform revolutionizing the way we talk about fertility. With a mission to make complicated medical information digestible and genuinely helpful, Kristyn uses her personal experiences with IVF, pregnancy loss, and PCOS to support and educate others on their own reproductive health journeys.

Kristyn shares how she turned her pain into purpose, building a platform that speaks to the real, raw, and often overlooked moments in the fertility world. We also dive into her hit podcast From First Period to Last Period, where she brings taboo topics and honest conversations to the forefront of women’s health.

Tune in as Kristyn opens up about blending lived experience with creative advocacy, the importance of inclusive fertility education, and how community is key in navigating the ups and downs of reproductive health.

Find Kristyn: 

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hellorescripted 

Website:https://rescripted.com/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

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Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

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In this episode of Friends with Fertility, we sit down with Nora DeBora—a Functional Fertility Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, Fertility Awareness Practitioner, and host of The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast. With over a decade of experience in integrative health, Nora is passionate about helping women and couples prepare their bodies for pregnancy and improve fertility outcomes through personalized, root-cause protocols.

Nora shares how she transitioned from a career in HR to holistic nutrition, eventually finding her true calling in women’s health and preconception care. Through her high-touch 1:1 coaching, she helps clients address imbalances, heal their gut, and optimize their fertility with nutrition and lifestyle strategies—no crash diets or guesswork needed.

We also chat about her favorite fertility-friendly routines, the most common blocks she sees in couples trying to conceive, and how to tune into your cycle for empowerment and insight.

Whether you're just starting to think about having a baby or have been on the journey for a while, this episode offers practical tips and inspiring encouragement from one of the fertility world’s most grounded, relatable voices.

Find Nora:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturally_nora/ 

Website: https://www.naturallynora.ca/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this compelling episode of Friends with Fertility, we’re joined by Ginanne Brownell, an award-winning journalist, author, and powerful voice in the fertility and family-building space. With over 30 years of experience reporting across 45 countries and a portfolio that includes The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, and more, Ginanne brings her storytelling brilliance to a deeply personal and investigative new work: Elusive Mommyhood: An Investigative Reporter’s Personal Journey into IVF and Surrogacy (coming February 2025).

Blending memoir with investigative journalism, Ginanne explores the emotional, ethical, and legal complexities of infertility and assisted reproduction, challenging societal perceptions of motherhood and advocating for meaningful reforms. She shares her own path to parenthood through surrogacy, as well as her work as Communications and Research Director for the Michigan Fertility Alliance, where she helped champion The Michigan Family Protection Act—landmark legislation ensuring protections for families formed through assisted reproductive technologies.

Ginanne also discusses her role in launching State Strong, a national coalition advancing fertility healthcare and family-building rights across the U.S.

Tune in for a powerful, perspective-shifting conversation about motherhood, advocacy, and what it means to fight for a future where all families are seen, supported, and protected.

Find Ginanne:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elusive.mommyhood/ 

Website: https://ginannebrownell.com/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this informative episode of Friends with Fertility, we sit down with Natalie Richeimer, MS, CGC, a board-certified genetic counselor at JScreen with experience in adult, pediatric, and reproductive genetic counseling. With a master’s degree in human genetics and genetic counseling from the Keck Graduate Institute, Natalie brings a passion for reproductive health education and a dedication to community outreach.

A native Torontonian now living in Los Angeles with her husband and two boys, Natalie shares how genetic counseling can be an empowering step in fertility care. We explore the importance of genetic screening, how to access it, and what it means for individuals and families planning their reproductive journey. Natalie also highlights her work with local organizations and schools to make genetic counseling more accessible and better understood.

Join us for an insightful conversation that unpacks the role of genetics in reproductive health and how counseling can provide clarity, confidence, and connection in your fertility journey.

Find Natalie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getjscreened/ 

Website: https://www.jscreen.org/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/ 

In this powerful episode of Friends with Fertility, we welcome Nicola Salmon (she/her), an award-winning fertility advocate and fat-positive fertility specialist. Nicola is on a mission to support fat folks who feel excluded or dismissed by traditional fertility spaces, offering compassionate, evidence-based guidance free from diets, shame, or stigma.

Nicola’s work challenges weight bias in the fertility industry, empowering individuals to trust their bodies and reclaim their reproductive health. She shares the harmful impact of weight stigma in fertility care, the misconceptions surrounding body size and conception, and how to advocate for inclusive and respectful healthcare.

Join us as we discuss breaking barriers in fertility, embracing self-acceptance, and the importance of body autonomy in reproductive healthcare. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking a more inclusive and compassionate approach to fertility.

Find Nicola:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatpositivefertility/ 

Website: https://nicolasalmon.co.uk/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this deeply moving episode of Friends with Fertility, we sit down with Lana Manikowski—author, certified life coach, keynote speaker, and infertility advocate—who is dedicated to helping women navigate life after infertility with purpose and fulfillment.

After seven years of fertility treatments, including multiple rounds of IUI and IVF, Lana faced the heartbreaking reality that motherhood wasn’t in her path. When she couldn’t find the support she needed, she built it herself. Now, through her coaching program Thrive After Infertility, her podcast So Now What?, and her upcoming book of the same name (April 2025), Lana is on a mission to help women reclaim joy, connection, and self-worth beyond motherhood.

In this episode, Lana shares her journey, the power of post-traumatic growth, and how she’s creating spaces—like The Other’s Day Brunch—where childless women feel seen and supported. If you’ve ever wondered, So now what?, Lana’s wisdom and encouragement will remind you: your story isn’t over—it’s just beginning.

Find Lana:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lana.manikowski 

Website:https://lanamanikowski.com/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this enlightening episode of Friends with Fertility, we welcome Carly, a seasoned nurse with over 15 years of experience—six of which have been dedicated to fertility care. Having witnessed the widespread misinformation and lack of knowledge surrounding women’s reproductive health, Carly is on a mission to change the conversation and provide expert guidance.

As the leader of the myStoria Concierge Team, Carly ensures that individuals navigating their fertility journey receive the compassionate support and informed care they deserve. In our conversation, she shares key insights on common misconceptions, the importance of fertility education, and how myStoria is revolutionizing patient support.

Join us as we dive into the realities of fertility care, the gaps that still exist, and how Carly and the myStoria team are making a meaningful impact on the lives of those trying to conceive.

Find Carly: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mystoriafertility/ 

https://www.instagram.com/carly_fertilityadvocate/ 

Website:https://www.mystoria.com/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this must-listen episode of Friends with Fertility, we sit down with Dr. Amie Hornaman, also known as The Thyroid Fixer—a leading expert in thyroid health and hormone optimization. As the founder of The Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization and host of the globally recognized The Thyroid Fixer™ podcast, Dr. Amie has dedicated her career to helping people regain their health after struggling with thyroid dysfunction, misdiagnoses, and ineffective treatments.

Dr. Amie shares her personal journey of battling insufferable symptoms and how it inspired her to revolutionize thyroid care. She discusses the critical role the thyroid plays in fertility, hormone balance, and overall well-being, as well as the transformational approaches she’s developed to help patients worldwide. We’ll also dive into her Fixxr™ Supplement line and how proper supplementation can be a game-changer in optimizing thyroid function.

If you’ve been frustrated with your thyroid journey or want to understand how it impacts fertility and overall health, this episode is packed with valuable insights and hope. Tune in for a conversation that just might change your life!

Find Dr. Amie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/ 

Website: https://dramie.com/ 

https://dramie.com/labs/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/

In this insightful episode of Friends with Fertility, we welcome Beth Gulotta, a licensed Mental Health Counselor and the Founder of NYC Therapeutic Wellness. With a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan College, Beth has extensive experience supporting individuals navigating complex social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

As the host of the Quiet the Clock podcast, Beth explores crucial topics like fertility, egg freezing, and relationships—offering a compassionate space for those on their own reproductive and emotional journeys. In our conversation, Beth shares her expertise on the emotional toll of fertility struggles, the importance of mental health in family planning, and strategies to cultivate resilience throughout the process.

Join us for an open and empowering discussion on balancing mental wellness and fertility, and how to quiet the pressures of time in your personal journey.

Find Beth:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ 

Website: https://quiettheclock.com/podcast/ 

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/ 

In this compelling episode of Friends with Fertility, we welcome Diane Ducarme, Founder & CEO of Nectar Health, a trailblazer in migraine investigation. With a rich background that spans engineering, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and fluency in seven languages (including Mandarin), Diane masterfully blends Eastern wisdom with Western science to uncover the true roots of migraine disease.

Diane takes us on her transformative journey—from studying Traditional Chinese Medicine in China to engaging in groundbreaking neuroscience research at Harvard X. Her innovative approach emphasizes adding functional foods to nourish the body, offering a refreshing alternative to restrictive diets and conventional treatments. As the host of the popular Migraine Heroes podcast, she shares practical insights and inspiring stories that have resonated with migraine sufferers around the globe.

Join us as Diane reveals how her holistic methods are reshaping migraine care, paving the way for relief, resilience, and lasting wellness.

Find Diane:

Take The Free Test: https://nectarhealth.typeform.com/migraine-test

Website: https://www.mynectarhealth.com/

Migraine Heroes Podcast: https://www.migraineheroes.org

Instagram: @mynectarhealth , @migraineheroes

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mynectarhealth

Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/migraineheroes

App Link at Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6446701680

App Link at Google Play : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nectarhealth

Find Elizabeth:

Instagram: @theoffcialelizabethking

TikTok: @elizabethkingofficial

https://www.elizabethking.com/ 

Thank you for listening to this episode of the Friends With Fertility Podcast. Make sure to follow us on Spotify for free episodes and subscribe to the Friends With Fertility Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcast.

Looking to kickstart your career as a Certified Fertility Coach? Apply Today! 

https://www.fertilitycoachacademy.com/