Hormone Puzzle Podcast: Fertility, Hormones, & Women's Health

In episode #367 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Caitlin Estes, talks about How Fertility Awareness/Creighton May Be the Key to Resolving Infertility.

More about Caitlin:

Caitlin has used the Creighton system for over 12 years and has taught Creighton for 8 of those years. She's reached the highest level of education in her field as a Certified FertilityCare Practitioner & leads a recognized FertilityCare Center of Excellence.

She is passionate about women's health and God's presence in it. Like you, she believes that each woman deserves to understand her body and her fertility. She hosts Woven Well: a natural fertility podcast and writes weekly on topics of fertility and faith. She is also writes for Natural Womanhood.

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This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

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In episode #366 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Lynne Racette, talks about How Histamines Can Impact Fertility.

More about Dr. Lynne:

Dr. Lynne is a licensed naturopathic doctor in Ontario, Canada with a clinical focus on hormonal health and burnout, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She loves helping women support their hormones so that they can work for them, not against them. She has helped thousands of women navigate health and wellness from a hormonal standpoint. Her superpower is to find the cause of your symptoms and figure out solutions that work for you and your lifestyle. When she isn't working with patients or doing research, she is busy spending time outdoors with her 2 young kids and her giant Bernese mountain dog.

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This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

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Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

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In episode #365 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Lorne Brown talks about The Use of Laser Therapy for Fertility.

More about Dr. Lorne:

Dr. Lorne Brown is a recognized leader in integrative fertility care. His earlier career as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) uniquely shaped his approach to health and wellness. As the founder of Acubalance Wellness Centre, he pioneered low-level laser therapy for fertility and introduced IVF acupuncture to Vancouver clinics in 2002. Dr. Brown served as chair of the Integrative Fertility Symposium for six years and authored the Acubalance Fertility Diet. He is also the creator of Healthy Seminars, an online education platform for healthcare professionals, and the host of the Conscious Fertility Podcast, where he explores the intersection of science, consciousness, and reproductive health.

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This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

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Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

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Episode #364 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Building your Brand as a Fertility Coach.

Each month the last episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and people who want to be coaches to teach you skills that you can use in your own coaching practice so if you're already a coach or maybe you're thinking about becoming one you can learn so many skills from listening to these episodes.

More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a Holistic-Integrative Fertility and Hormone Doctor and the Lead Educator - Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute.

After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance.

With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy.

She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach.

She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit.

Thank you for listening!

This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching.

Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog

Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - @‌kela_healthcoach https://www.instagram.com/kela_healthcoach

Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/education

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In episode #363 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about How Functional Labs Unlock Insights into Your Fertility Health – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela.

At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let's work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence!

More about Dr. Kela:

Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit.

Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute.

Thank you for listening!

This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach

Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show.

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In episode #362 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Kerry Hinds, talks about Fertility Yoga & Ayurveda Medicine: A Holistic, Minimalist Approach to Conception.

More about Kerry:

Kerry Hinds is the owner and founder of Fertile Body Yoga, a virtual yoga studio that is dedicated to supporting women navigating their fertility journey - whatever it may look like. She offers both livestream and on-demand Fertility Yoga Classes and Small Group Programs that embrace the complete journey - physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically, spiritually, and socially. Kerry has been teaching yoga for 20 years and has been specializing in fertility yoga for 8 years. Her classes and offerings are Informed by her own experiences with pregnancy loss, years of IVF, and eventually completing her family with 2 children. She has supported 1000's of women on their fertility journeys so far and is on a mission to help women conceive and birth with yoga and community. Kerry also hosts Fringe Fertility - a podcast that highlights supportive fertility practices beyond the doctor's office.

Thank you for listening!

This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

Follow Kerry on Instagram: @‌fertilebodyyoga

Join "On Fertile Ground" - an all-inclusive fertility retreat for your path to pregnancy from April 24 - 27th, 2025 in Hillsborough NH @ Bethel Farm HERE.

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Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

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In episode #361 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Kit Maloney, talks about Yoni Steaming for Conception.

More about Kit:

Kit Maloney is a certified Vaginal Steam Practitioner and founder of Kitara, a company dedicated to womb health through handcrafted yoni steam seats sustainably made by women in Maine. With over 20 years of experience as an activist, academic, and entrepreneur, Kit holds a Master's in Gender and Social Policy from the London School of Economics and has been featured in Glamour and Marie Claire. Trained by Steamy Chick founder Keli Garza, Kit is passionate about empowering women through holistic practices that support reproductive health, healing, and overall wellness.

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This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

Follow Kit on Instagram: @‌bykitara

Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach

Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

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In episode #360 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Sarah Cox, talks about Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating Grief and Finding Hope.

More about Sarah:

Sarah went through infertility due to PCOS, along with three pregnancy losses. This included the 32 week stillbirth of her daughter, Jasmine. She now uses her experience to help other families that are going through loss through her social media, podcast, and traveling rainbow skirt.

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This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

Follow Sarah on Instagram: @‌journeyforjasmine https://www.instagram.com/journeyforjasmine

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Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show.

For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at [email protected]

Episode #359 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Why Certification Matters in Fertility Coaching.

Each month the last episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and people who want to be coaches to teach you skills that you can use in your own coaching practice so if you're already a coach or maybe you're thinking about becoming one you can learn so many skills from listening to these episodes.

More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a Holistic-Integrative Fertility and Hormone Doctor and the Lead Educator - Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute.

After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance.

With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy.

She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach.

She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit.

Thank you for listening!

This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching.

Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog

Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - @‌kela_healthcoach

Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/education

For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at [email protected]

In episode #358 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about The Role of Fertility Teas in Balancing Hormones – Inside the Fertility Puzzle.

At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let's work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence!

More about Dr. Kela:

Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. She is an accomplished author and hosts the Solving-Infertility Summit and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit.

Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute.

Thank you for listening!

This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea

Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach

Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/

FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show.

For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at [email protected]