The Fertility Godmother Show

Fertility can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to make the right decisions at the right time.

In this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise sits down with Dr. Catherine DeUgarte, a reproductive endocrinologist with nearly 20 years of experience, to talk about what has changed in fertility treatment and what women often misunderstand about their journey.

Together, they discuss some of the biggest fertility mistakes women make, including waiting too long, skipping preconception care, and moving into treatment before the body is truly ready.

They also talk about what has improved in reproductive medicine, what gives hope right now, and why male fertility deserves more attention too.

On this episode, Denise and Dr. DeUgarte talk about:

• The biggest fertility mistakes women make
• Why preconception care matters before IVF
• What has changed in fertility treatment over the last 20 years
• How regulation and reducing stress can support the process
• What gives her hope in reproductive medicine right now
• Why male fertility should never be ignored

If you have been feeling overwhelmed, unsure what to do next, or wondering how to give yourself the best chance before IUI or IVF, this conversation will help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.

Why do you still feel triggered, anxious, or emotionally stuck even when you understand things logically?

In this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise is joined by licensed professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and perinatal mental health specialist Karissa Whitlatch for a powerful conversation about trauma, grief, and the way the body holds what the mind cannot always resolve on its own.

Together, they explore:

• what somatic therapy actually is
• why your body may still react even when you know you are safe
• how trauma can stay stored physically
• why grief is often misunderstood or overlooked
• how grief can show up as anxiety, anger, or depression
• what healthy emotional processing can actually look like

This conversation may really hit home if you have ever felt like you understand something mentally, but your body is still carrying it.

And it may be especially meaningful if you are navigating a fertility journey, pregnancy loss, chronic stress, or a season of life that feels emotionally heavy and hard to move through.

This is a grounded, compassionate episode for anyone who has ever thought, “I know better, so why do I still feel this way?”

If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more women find the support they need.

You can reach Karissa Whitlatch, MA, LPC at [email protected] or at (480) 788-9816

What happens when an embryo transfer fails, and you are left trying to figure out what to do next?

In this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise sits down for a real coaching session with Maggie, a woman preparing for surrogacy after a failed embryo transfer. What makes this conversation especially powerful is Maggie’s heart.

She is deeply committed to doing everything she can to support a healthy transfer and passionate about advocating for other women walking the surrogacy journey.

On this episode, Denise and Maggie talk about:

• The emotional impact of a failed embryo transfer
• What surrogacy preparation can look like behind the scenes
• Common nutrition mistakes women can make when trying to “do everything right”
• Why gut health, inflammation, sleep, and nervous system support matter
• The role of acupuncture and foundational support before transfer
• How mentorship, accountability, and community can change the experience

This episode is especially meaningful for women preparing for frozen embryo transfer, navigating failed implantation, or considering surrogacy. It is also a reminder that sometimes the next best step is not doing more, but making a few key shifts and getting the right support around you.

If you have ever felt alone, confused, or discouraged after a transfer did not go as planned, this conversation will help you feel seen and remind you that there is still a path forward.

How do you make the right IVF decision when every option feels overwhelming?

In this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise coaches Ebony through a real crossroads moment in her fertility journey.

• Choosing between fertility clinics
• Navigating IVF after a C-section scar complication
• Mom guilt and fear of affecting her child
• Learning how to follow the peace instead of spiraling
• Asking better questions to stay emotionally aligned

This is not theory.
This is real-time coaching.

You will hear the shift happen from spinning and overanalyzing to clarity and calm.

If you are stuck trying to make the right fertility decision and are afraid of getting it wrong, this episode will help you move forward with confidence.

If this episode resonated, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more women find this support.

What if the breakthrough you are looking for is not a new protocol, but a return to the fundamentals?

In this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise sits down with Anne Dunev, PhD, ACN, a naturopathic practitioner known for blending modern science with the wisdom of nature. Together, they explore why so many people chase advanced treatments while skipping the foundations that allow the body to truly respond.

Anne shares why digestion, circadian rhythm, metabolic health, immune resilience, and hormone balance must come first. When the basics are not in place, even the most sophisticated interventions can fall flat.

On this episode, Denise and Anne discuss:
✔️ Why fundamentals must come before fancy protocols
✔️ The difference between root cause and downstream symptoms
✔️ How circadian rhythm shapes hormones and metabolism
✔️ The connection between immune health, inflammation, and whole-body balance
✔️ What stem cell regeneration means and why cellular renewal matters
✔️ Why community, stress, and lifestyle choices shape long-term health

If you have been doing “all the things” and still feel like your body is not responding, this conversation will help you zoom out and refocus on what actually moves the needle.

And if you are trying to conceive, this perspective is especially powerful. Fertility is never isolated to one hormone or one organ. It reflects the safety, nourishment, and resilience of the entire system. When the foundations are strong, the body is far more capable of doing what it was designed to do.

Sometimes the most advanced strategy is going back to the basics.

You Don’t Have to Suffer in Silence: Hormones, Perimenopause, and Finding Your Voice with Rachael Wojcik, FNP-C

What if the symptoms you’ve been told to ignore are actually your body asking to be heard?

In this first episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise sits down with board-certified nurse practitioner and functional medicine expert Rachael Wojcik, FNP-C, for an honest conversation about hormones, perimenopause, and why so many women suffer in silence for far too long.

Rachael shares how looking beyond lab numbers and listening to the body’s story can change everything, from emotional well-being and energy to metabolism, skin health, and overall confidence. Together, they explore the connection between hormone balance, nervous system support, and whole-body healing, and why early intervention can make such a powerful difference.

On this episode of The Fertility Godmother Show, Denise and Rachael talk about:

✔️ Why women often wait too long to seek support
✔️ Early signs of hormonal shifts and perimenopause
✔️ The mind-body connection between hormones, stress, and emotional health
✔️ How functional and integrative medicine help women feel like themselves again
✔️ Why having the right care team matters during hormonal transitions

If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t responding the way it used to, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, informed, and hopeful.

Are you ready to feel empowered and supported on your own fertility and hormone journey? Learn more and connect with Denise at thefertilitygodmother.com.