On the podcast today, I’m talking with Kate Codrington about her new book Second Spring and her passion for supporting women before, during and after menopause. You may wonder what place menopause has on a fertility podcast. But with more women trying for babies when they are peri or post-menopausal, often with donor treatment, I believe it’s important to have these conversations.

Kate has always been a passionate supporter and advocate for women, and her new book, Second Spring, has a really refreshing focus on self-care through menopause. I was so pleased that Kate was up for this conversation, which I believe really needs to be happening for everyone who is trying for a baby at this time in their lives.

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• An introduction to the seasonal view of the menstrual cycle and how this can support us.

Guest Links:

• Second Spring by Kate Codrington

Next steps:

• Download your free Fertility EFT Starter Kit

I’ve spoken with Maria before on her podcast and we had such a great conversation that it planted the seeds in my imagination for this podcast to be created. Now on our 74th episode, I’m welcoming Dr Maria Rothenburger who is a fertility counsellor, coach, best-selling author and intuitive. In this episode, you’ll hear about her own path to parenthood and the journey this took her on both in her own life and in the way she supports others in her work. I really loved the perspective Maria brought to the more spiritual side of fertility, from her science-based background and training, and I hope you love listening in too.

Trigger warning: This podcast talks about suicidal thoughts. Please take care of yourself and choose not to listen if you would find this triggering.

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• Maria’s 6.5 year fertility journey and her post traumatic growth.

Guest Links:

• Maria’s book, Transcending Infertility

Next steps:

• Download your free Fertility EFT Starter Kit

We’re back with a brand new series of the Fertile Mindset Podcast! There are eight very special episodes ahead for you with some amazing guests that I can’t wait for you to meet. First up today is Nat Kringoudis who is a best-selling author, podcast host, and women’s health and natural fertility practitioner. At her natural health clinic, The Pagoda Tree in Melbourne, Australia she has helped over 20,000 women rescue their hormones and reclaim their best life.

I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing Nat several times before, when she shared her extensive knowledge about natural fertility, hormones and women’s health, but this time I got to do a deep dive with Nat into the mindset aspects of fertility. It was fascinating to hear Nat’s insights into the importance of mindset and how this has evolved the support she gives in her clinic.

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• What Nat realised was missing in her patient consultations and what she now focuses on when addressing fertility and health challenges.

Guest Links

• Visit Nat’s website

Next steps:

• Download your free Fertility EFT Starter Kit

Welcome back to the Fertile Mindset Podcast! It was back in May that I last released an episode, and now I’m excited to share a brand new series featuring chats with some really wonderful guests. They come from a variety of backgrounds and each has their own approach to support. They brought fascinating discussions to the table as we talk about the role of MINDSET on a fertility journey.

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• A little update on what I’ve been up to.

Next steps:

• Watch the Fertility Care Awards 2022  (my surprised award acceptance speech for Best Fertility Coach is at 21:33!)

This is the last episode of the Fertile Mindset Podcast for a short time, while we take a break to plan and record more episodes for you. If you’d like to suggest topics and guests for future episodes please get in touch at [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you and are looking forward to making more podcasts for you!

In the meantime, do scroll back and listen to the 71 episodes.

In this last episode before our break, I’m speaking with the lovely fertility coach, Jo Dalziel. Jo is so warm and caring in her approach to fertility support,, and I know you’re going to love listening to our chat. I first met Jo when I was looking for fertility EFTers to speak at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit earlier this year, and as I got to know Jo I knew that I wanted to hear more about how she came to be working in fertility and the beautiful ways she supports the emotional and mindset sides of fertility. And that’s why she’s here on the podcast! To have a great chat, and to share it with you!

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• Jo’s own fertility story and how she shut down and kept her fertility journey a secret.

Guest Links:

• Visit Jo’s website

Next steps:

• Download your free Fertility EFT Starter Kit

Have you collected any lucky charms or done anything to “bring you luck” in conceiving your baby? Don’t be shy, because in this episode I reveal all the things I did when I was TTC! The bizarre, the funny, and the beautiful ones, and why I believe this connection to ‘luck’ did ultimately help me have my baby.

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• How a talk in London this month with Dr. David Hamilton about his new book Why Woo-Woo Works led to me reflect on my fertility journey.

Next steps:

• Buy Why Woo-Woo Works: The Surprising Science Behind Meditation, Reiki, Crystals, and Other Alternative Practices by David R. Hamilton PhD

Yay! The podcast is back after a week off! This was partly because I was on an Easter break and partly because I was working on bringing you some exciting new fertility support. And now it’s ready and this special episode is all about a new FREE fertility support group. The Fertile Mindset Café is open and there’s a place at the table for you!

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• What the Fertile Mindset Café is, where you can find it, and how to join us for free!

Next steps:

• Download your free Fertility EFT Starter Kit

A busy, overwhelmed mind can feel like an inevitable part of having fertility issues. There is always so much to think about, research, and do! So, in this episode, we’re talking about finding a way of navigating your fertility journey that feels calmer and more comfortable, and which leads you to making good, informed decisions along the way. 

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• How most people are feeling when they first reach out for support with me, and why it’s so important to get a handle on a busy, overwhelmed mind.

Next steps:

• For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33

This is another mini-episode this week, but don’t be put off by its size; it’s small but mighty!! By taking just 5 minutes to listen and then following the three steps given, you will be connecting to your intuition in a powerful way. Intuition is one of my favourite topics and I love to guide people to connect with theirs on their fertility journey and see what emerges for them. I hope you enjoy listening, and I’d love to hear how you get with this episode and the three steps. Do send me a message here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/contact-me/

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• Why connecting with your intuition or inner wisdom is such a powerful thing to do for your fertility.

Next steps:

• For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33

In another mini podcast this week I talk about the next step after recognising and acknowledging that emotional support is needed on a fertility journey, which is asking for that support. This can be a challenging step to take and can leave us feeling stuck, struggling, and lonely. I don’t want that for you, and by listening and journaling after this episode I hope you’re soon connecting with and receiving all the support you need!

Here’s what is included in this episode:

• How thinking of your fertility as a ‘journey’ can make it easier to ask for help along the way.

Next steps:

• For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33