"PCOS- what a stupid, pompous title that is." - Dr Soji Swaraj

Imagine having a hour with an Endocrinologist to ask them all there is to know about PCOS? Well we did, and we couldn't wait to release this episode.

There is so much confusion and shame around PCOS - it's diagnosis; its true effect on fertility; its management. So we got none other than expert in the field, Endocrinologist Dr Soji Swaraj, on the podcast to understand exactly what PCOS is, why it happens, who it happens to (hint: Olympians and Netballers get a special mention), and how we can best manage it.

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with PCOS, this episode is not to be missed.

As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts so DM us on Instagram or flick an email to [email protected].

You may have already heard of Lauren, she is the face of One Mama Midwife whose highly regarded Antenatal and Birth Classes are offered across Sydney, Central Coast and Brisbane.

Lauren is a mum of four, and has experienced four cesareans, all with a differing reasons and experiences. In this episode, we chat to Lauren about cesareans (of course)- her personal experiences, how she supports her clients through planned or emergency C-sections, and the journey of a maternally-assisted cesarean section.

Whether you are currently pregnant, are planning on becoming pregnant, are booked for a planned C-section, or are wanting to learn how you can have a positive, beautiful cesarean, we think you'll really enjoy our chat with Lauren.

Also, for those who have previously had a cesarean, Lauren is currently undertaking research into the lived experiences of women who have had a cesarean. If you are interested in sharing your story, you can visit this link.

As always, we'd love to hear your feedback. Send us a DM on Instagram or email at [email protected].

Seven in ten people will experience some degree of nausea and vomiting in their pregnancy. Was that you, or were you one of the lucky ones who didn't feel unwell?

Unfortunately 1-3% of people will be diagnosed with a serve form of pregnancy sickness known as Hyperemesis Gravidarum (AKA HG).

HG can be completely debilitating and negatively influence almost all aspects of your health and life as you knew it - even proving to be fatal to foetus and mum if not managed correctly.

So when we say we are very excited about the new research confirming a direct link with a hormone that causes Pregnancy Nausea and Vomiting and HG, we mean we are very excited!

For far too long, the inequities with women's health care has been so bolding underrepresented and this new research may provide much needed support and reprieve for those who are and have suffered with HG.

Please note, the advice given in this episode is of general nature and should not replace any treatment given by your primary care provider. This episode also discusses pregnancy loss.

This week’s episode is for you if you are embarking on an assisted reproductive technology (ART) journey to conceive as a same sex couple, or going it alone using donor sperm.

Sam and Lauren are two of our lovely clients at Hormone Health Studio who have kindly shared their personal IVF and health journey with us, and all we can say is WOW - what a couple!

We ask them how they navigated the more technical side of having a baby from the referrals, appointments and sperm donor decisions to deciding who will undergo egg collection and who would carry the pregnancy.

Along the way, Sam and Lauren both uncovered health concerns which left them jumping hurdles in what they assumed would be a relatively straightforward process.

An episode not to be missed! And, as always, we'd absolutely love to hear your thoughts. You can email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.

Please note: this episode does discuss early pregnancy loss.

This weeks episode we are chatting with our very own Hormone Health Studio Naturopath, T'Keyah all about her home birth.

Before we get into the juicy details of her birth, T'Keyah talks us through her preconception planning, fertility journey and how she decided that homebirth with a private midwife would be her chosen model of care throughout her pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

T'Keyah shares practical advice on how she prepared her body for birth, and more importantly, how she created her desired environment during the early postpartum period.

So whether you are interested in a home birth, or you are just wanting some valuable information about how to feel empowered through your pregnancy journey, this episode is worth a listen.

T'Keyah has also kindly shared a listed of her favourite home birth resources which you can find as a post on @hormonehealthstudio instagram page.

And as always, we'd love to hear from you, so flick us a hello on socials or reach out via email at [email protected].

You may have heard about the gut microbiome and its influence on digestive concerns, anxiety, energy, weight. But have you heard about the vaginal microbiome

This is a fascinating new area of research that is providing valuable insight into how the vaginal microbiome might be affecting common concerns including thrush, bacterial vaginosis, vaginal dryness or burning, different discharge colours and smells, as well as fertility outcomes.

In this episode we chat about the common vaginal concerns our team of Naturopaths see at Hormone Health Studio as well as the testing we often order for our clients to gain a thorough understanding of how the vaginal microbiome may be affecting our health.

Enjoy this deep dive and let us know your learnings at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

We hear a lot about the harmful effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on our hormones. For example, there is a link between exposure to phthalates, parabens, bisphenols (and other EDCs) on fertility, egg and sperm quality, IVF outcomes, and also conditions such as endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid disorders, weight, the list goes on.

So one of the first (and simple) steps we can take to avoid the harmful effects of EDCs is by reducing our exposure to such chemicals in our skin care products. That's why this week we got Anna Mitsios on the podcast. Anna is a naturopath and the founder of the clean skin care range Edible Beauty.

We pick her brain about how to manage common skin concerns such as acne, psoriasis and dermatitis; the importance of avoiding EDCs; using SPF for healthy skin ageing; how long it takes to notice improvements in skin; and much more!

An episode not to be missed! Let us know your thoughts. Send an email to [email protected] or DM us on Instagram. And to try the beautiful range of Edible Beauty range, click here.

All too often, our clients at Hormone Health Studio first present to us with period pain. The number one question we ask is: What is causing the period pain? Is it related to the food they are eating? Is it related to their lifestyle? Or is it something more serious such as Adenomyosis or Endometriosis?

In this week's episode we dive into the complexity of period pain. This is an episode to be shared with all of your girlfriends.

It's time we create a path to pain-free periods.We'd love to hear your journey with period pain. Send us an email at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram.

In this week's episode we chat about Matrescence - the process of becoming a mother.

Similar to adolescence, matrescence is a time of enormous transition. Something we often disregard as people enter parenthood.

So today we speak with counsellor, psychotherapist, founder of Mind Momentum, and mum of 2, Wendy Gilroy all about this process and how mother's can support themselves through such transformative years.

Georgia also speaks about her experience with 'Mum rage' and how she was not prepared for such a change in her mental health.

An episode not to be missed! And to be shared among the mothers and mothers-to-be in our communities. Let us know what you think of this episode. Email us at [email protected] or DM us on instagram.

Whens launching Hormone Health Podcast, it was a goal to interview everyday people who have undergone extraordinary health journey's. Kate's is one such example. In today's episode we chat with Chloe's ex-boss all about her journey with abnormal cervical screenings and amidst the concern that she may never be able to conceive, she is nearing 39 weeks of her uncomplicated pregnancy.

It is through stories like these that we can truly normalise the conversation about fertility difficulties and unite in the comfort that we each have hurdles to face. Hurdles to jump over. And hurdles to look back on with real accomplishment.

If you would like to share your health journey with us on Hormone Health Podcast, send us a DM on Instagram or email at [email protected].