In this episode of The Hippie Martha Hormone Hour, Ashley unpacks what “hormone balance” really means—and why ovulation is the true star of the show. Instead of chasing perfect balance, we’ll dive into the everyday disruptors that can throw your cycle off, from stress and sleep to endocrine disruptors, blood sugar swings, gut health, and thyroid issues.

Ashley also shares a powerful story about a popular influencer who decided she didn’t need her menstrual cycle anymore—a common but heartbreaking mindset that reflects just how disconnected many of us feel from our bodies. Together, we’ll reframe the menstrual cycle as more than fertility—it’s a vital sign of whole-body health.

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel empowered with practical, doable steps to support your hormones, protect ovulation, and reconnect with the wisdom of your cycle.

As always thank you so much for listening. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram ⁠⁠@thehippiemartha⁠⁠  or head over to my website at⁠ ⁠www.thehippiemartha.com ⁠

In this episode, I share where to start when your hormones feel “off” or out of balance. We’ll explore the natural ebbs and flows of the menstrual cycle, why ovulation is such a key piece of overall balance, and what’s really happening during life’s major hormonal transitions—puberty, postpartum, and perimenopause. I’ll also open up about my own journey into perimenopause, including the practices and mindset shifts that have helped me feel more prepared, supported, and gentle with myself during this new stage.

As always thank you so much for listening. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram ⁠@thehippiemartha⁠  or head over to my website at ⁠www.thehippiemartha.com

Welcome back to The Hippie Martha Hormone Hour!
I’m your host, Ashley, and I’m thrilled to share this grounded and heartfelt conversation with you.

Today, I’m joined by the wonderful Tamara Niedermann — a doula, community herbalist, and certified fertility awareness and reproductive health educator. Tamara brings such depth and warmth to this work, and I’ve loved getting to know her through The Well's School of Body Literacy.

In this episode, we explore the intersection of fertility awareness, herbalism, and trying to conceive. We talk about the power of body literacy, gentle herbal support, and what Tamara has learned from her own learned experiences as well as the birth work and community care she provides.

You can connect with Tamara on IG or TikTok @thekindredfeminine or website at www.thekindredfeminine.com

As always thank you so much for listening. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram ⁠@thehippiemartha⁠ or head over to my website at ⁠www.thehippiemartha.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Valentina Thayer—fertility awareness educator, burnout coach, and advocate for deep cycle wisdom. Valentina supports teachers, healers, and empaths in moving from overwhelm to embodied alignment.

Together, we explore what burnout really looks like, how it can show up in the body, and why it’s so important to slow down and reconnect with your body. We dive into the power of using the menstrual cycle as a tool for self-connection and healing, and how those around us can better support the cyclical people in their lives.

This is a gentle, affirming conversation about reclaiming your rhythm and learning to trust your body again.

You can connect with Valentina on Instagram @valentinathayer

As always thank you so much for listening. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram @thehippiemartha or head over to my website at www.thehippiemartha.com

This episode is one I wish every parent could hear — especially those of you raising teens or tweens with wombs.

I’m sitting down with Hayley Niel owner of Womb Honey, a fellow fertility awareness educator and advocate for cycle wisdom and body literacy especially for the youth and she happens to be my dear friend. You can find her info below and the book recs she shared in the episode. Both Hayley and myself enjoy working with teens and have created live in person classes and workshops. So if you are in Northern Utah or West Michigan and would like to connect please reach out. Thanks for listening!

Contact info:[email protected]

Instagram: @wombhoney

Substack: Womb Honey 

Book Recommendations Mentioned: 

• We Need to Talk About Vaginas by Dr. Allison K. Rodgers 
• Bunk 9's Guide to Growing Up
• Your Moontime Magic by Maureen Theresa Smith
• Celebrate Your Body by Sonya Renee Taylor 
• Your Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor 
• Untangled by Lisa Damour 

In this episode I talk about what help can look like in the 4th trimester and how to prepare or plan for rest and success during this phase of life.

I share about 40 days of rest and recommended the book The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Heng Ou.

You can find other resources on my website on my resource library under "postpartum" here.

We will be discussing this and more in the 6 week group offering called Reconnect & Restore coming in the fall of 2025.

As always thank you so much for being here I look forward to sharing more about this phase of life. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram @thehippiemartha or head over to my website at www.thehippiemartha.com

After teaching an in person postpartum prep workshop many of the topics I talked about in this episode came up including being able to ask for the type of nurse you want, pain management, the Pitocin talk and so much more. Having years of experience in labor and delivery, I was able to talk on these topics that so many had no clue that they could ask for. I hope this inspires you to be an active participant in advocating for yourself and having those crucial conversations with those who are providing care for you!

I love being a patient health advocate and if you are at a loss of how you can advocate for yourself with your provider, I offer private consultations to bridge this gap.

As always thank you so much for being here I look forward to sharing more about this phase of life. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram @thehippiemartha or head over to my website at www.thehippiemartha.com to schedule your private consultation.

*This is not medical advice! Do your research, be informed, and ask questions.

What is fertility awareness? Is it just for those looking to have a baby? Is there just one? Get a little introduction into what I teach and how I address common misconceptions related to the topic.

As always thank you so much for being here I look forward to sharing more about this phase of life. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram @thehippiemartha or head over to my website at www.thehippiemartha.com

In this episode I cover the basics of fertility awareness and why charting your cycles is so much more than trying to get pregnant. If you would like to learn how to start charting your own cycles you can sign up for my live cycle charting course here or get the recording with a private consultation here.

As always thank you so much for listening. For more happenings and bits of education be sure to check out my Instagram @thehippiemartha or head over to my website at www.thehippiemartha.com

Hey there! I’m so excited you’re here. I’m Ashley, the creator and owner of The Hippie Martha. I’m a nurse, certified fertility awareness educator, and a sexual & hormone health coach. My passion is educating others about hormones and teaching how to chart your cycles for conception, contraception, and overall health.

I specialize in supporting individuals through key life transitions like puberty, postpartum, and perimenopause. With a holistic approach and a background in healthcare, I’m here to help you navigate health issues that traditional providers might just prescribe a pill for.

What sets me apart is my focus on helping you tap into your own intuition and uncovering the power of your own unique cycle. I can’t wait to share the insights, experiences, and knowledge I’ve gathered over the years. I'd love to hear what you are most interested in learning about?