The Hormone Genius Podcast

The Hormone Genius Podcast

By Teresa Kenney and Jamie RathjenHealth & Fitness
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  • S7 Ep 10: The Postpartum Conversation Every Mom Needs to Hear; Intrusive Thoughts, Healing & Finding Your Village
    Have you registered for the fall FACTS virtual conference yet?
    Do not miss this two-day educational event featuring expert presentations, networking with like-minded medical professionals, and connecting with exhibiting organizations in this space! November 20th-21st.
    Register now at https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/2026-facts-virtual-conference/
    Join us on Friday, November 20th in the evening and Saturday, November 21st during the day.The postpartum period can be beautiful, challenging, unexpected—and a time when women need more support than they realize. In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we’re joined by Anne Marie Williams, host of the Postpartum on Purpose podcast, to discuss how women can prepare for postpartum with greater understanding, intention, and community.
    Anne Marie shares her personal journey through postpartum struggles, including panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, and her eventual diagnosis of postpartum OCD. Her story reminds us that frightening, unwanted thoughts can happen to many new mothers, and experiencing an intrusive thought does not automatically mean you want to act on it.
    We discuss the importance of recognizing when postpartum anxiety, depression, or OCD may need professional attention. Anne Marie explains exposure and response prevention (ERP), an evidence-based therapy for OCD, and why it’s important to consider both mental health support and possible physical contributors, such as nutritional deficiencies or other medical conditions.
    We also explore the dramatic hormonal changes that occur after birth, how women can support themselves through this transition, and why preparing for postpartum should include more than stocking the freezer with meals. Building a community of support, what Anne Marie calls a “grandma tribe”—can help mothers feel less isolated and give them the practical help they need.
    Plus, Anne Marie shares three simple practices for navigating postpartum: free things to be grateful for, one small change to notice, and a daily dose of discomfort. These reminders can help mothers approach this season with greater perspective, flexibility, and purpose.
    Find Anne Marie’s postpartum plan and habit tracker at PostpartumOnPurpose.com or follow @postpartumonpurpose on Instagram.
    OUR SPONSORS
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    Radiant Health Clinic : Looking for a root-cause approach to women’s health, fertility, PMS, PCOS, or perimenopause? Learn more about Dr. Monica Minjeur and telehealth services at RadiantClinic.com.
    Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare professional about your specific needs. If you experience frightening or distressing postpartum symptoms, seek professional support promptly. If you believe you may harm yourself or your baby, seek immediate emergency help. Call 988 for immediate mental health concerns.
    44 min
  • S7 Ep 9: Who You Gonna Call? Building Your Healthcare Team for Painful Periods, Endometriosis, Fertility & Hormone Health
    Who’s on your healthcare team? In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney discuss why achieving better health often takes more than one healthcare provider. From medical professionals to hormone coaches and fertility awareness instructors, the right team can help you understand your symptoms, investigate root causes, and take an active role in your health.
    Through three real-world case scenarios, we explore where to begin when you need answers:
    🌸 The Teen with Painful Periods: When a 17-year-old misses school because of severe menstrual pain, it’s time to look deeper. We discuss cycle charting, lifestyle and nutritional factors, and when to investigate endometriosis with an appropriately trained specialist.
    🌸 The Woman in Perimenopause: Sleep disturbances, mood changes, irregular cycles, brain fog, and fatigue can affect quality of life—even when you're told everything is normal. Learn why listening to a woman's concerns, assessing her symptoms, and building a team that may include hormone and health coaches can make a difference.
    🌸 The Couple Struggling with Infertility: Regular periods don't necessarily tell the whole story about ovulation and fertility. We discuss fertility awareness charting, appropriately timed hormone testing, thyroid and other health assessments, lifestyle support, and when further evaluation for conditions such as endometriosis may be needed.
    Our goal? To help you find professionals who will listen, work collaboratively, and look beyond symptoms toward the underlying causes. To get a list of directories to find a more restorative minded health care professionals, go to www.hormonegenius.com and you will find a pop up link to all the directories for your holistic health care team!
    Interested in Jamie's Hormone Coaching Program through Fiat Institute?
    OCT 26 at 8pm CST, Jamie is hosting a webinar to learn more about her Hormone Coaching Programs!
    Join FREE using this link below:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/l-Wc0QKdSNq_eVwu0oHHYg. You can also visit www.fiatinstitute.com to find registration details. For more information email [email protected]
    We Heart Nutrition
    Looking for thoughtfully formulated supplements? We Heart Nutrition offers targeted nutrients for women and men through different life stages, with an emphasis on quality ingredients, bioavailability, and third-party testing. Take their supplement quiz to explore your options!
    Visit weheartnutrition.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off.
    Radiant Clinic with Dr. Monica Minjeur
    Looking for restorative women's healthcare? Dr. Monica Minjeur and her team use Restorative Reproductive Medicine to investigate underlying causes of menstrual cycle concerns, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and perimenopause and menopause symptoms. In-person and virtual care are available, depending on location and licensing.
    Visit radiantclinic.com to learn more about their services and find out how they can support your healthcare journey.
    Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your qualified healthcare professional regarding your health concerns.
    41 min
  • S7 Ep 8: PCOS Is Changing? What You Need to Know About PMOS
    Have you heard that PCOS is getting a new name? In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we unpack the new terminology—PMOS: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome—and, more importantly, why this change matters for women.
    For decades, the name “polycystic ovarian syndrome” has placed a lot of emphasis on the ovaries and the presence of “cysts.” But the reality is much more complex. It’s not just the cysts—it’s the systems. PMOS is a whole-body endocrine and metabolic condition involving insulin, hormones, ovulation, and communication between the brain and ovaries.
    We discuss the history behind the name change, what those small follicles actually represent, and why not every woman with PCOS/PMOS will have polycystic-appearing ovaries. We also break down how the diagnosis is made, including the Rotterdam criteria and the role that AMH may play as an additional diagnostic tool.
    You’ll hear why PMOS can look very different from woman to woman—including women who don’t “look like” they have PCOS at all. We share a powerful fertility story illustrating why it is so important to evaluate both partners and to look beyond the obvious when infertility is present.
    Then we get practical: What can you actually do if you have PMOS?
    We talk about improving metabolic health and insulin sensitivity, lifestyle as a first-line approach, nutrition, exercise, strength training, walking after meals, continuous glucose monitors, glycemic index, weight loss when appropriate, myo-inositol, vitamin D, omega-3s, and the importance of tracking your menstrual cycle and understanding whether ovulation is actually occurring. We also discuss the emerging research surrounding GLP-1 medications and PMOS—and why this is an area to watch, while recognizing that more research is needed.
    Most importantly, we want women to know that a diagnosis doesn’t have to be the end of the story. Understanding your body, identifying the underlying dysfunction, and having the right support can change the trajectory of your health.
    Our Sponsors
    We Heart Nutrition
    Looking for high-quality, bioavailable nutritional support? Visit weheartnutrition.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off your order.
    Radiant Clinic with Dr. Monica Minjeur
    Radiant Clinic provides restorative women’s health and fertility care, including support for PCOS, irregular and painful cycles, infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, PMS/PMDD, menopause, and other reproductive health concerns. Dr. Monica Minjeur, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician and NeoFertility Medical Consultant. Radiant Clinic offers in-person and virtual care, and you can book a free discovery call to learn whether their approach is right for you.
    The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
    42 min
  • S7 Ep : Luteinized Unruptured Follicles: When You Think You’re Ovulating… But You’re Not
    What if your fertility chart looks great, your LH surge is positive, your progesterone rises, and yet you still aren’t actually releasing an egg?
    In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Teresa and Jamie welcome back Krista “CJ” Johnston to dive into one of the most frustrating and misunderstood causes of infertility: luteinized unruptured follicles (LUFs).
    CJ spent four years navigating infertility, endometriosis, recurrent LUFs, surgeries, and the emotional exhaustion that comes with feeling like you’re doing everything “right” without getting answers. Her story eventually led to a deeper understanding of what was happening in her ovaries, and, ultimately, to her first pregnancy.
    Together, we explore:
    ✨ What exactly is a luteinized unruptured follicle (LUF)?
    ✨ Why a positive LH test or rising progesterone does not necessarily confirm that an egg was released
    ✨ Why a follicle study/ultrasound series can provide information that charting and laboratory testing cannot
    ✨ The possible relationship between LUFs, endometriosis, PCOS, inflammation, scar tissue, and ovarian function
    ✨ CJ’s experience with recurrent LUFs before and after endometriosis surgery
    ✨ How pelvic inflammation and postoperative adhesions affected her ovaries
    ✨ The role of nutrition and iodine in CJ’s personal fertility journey—and why more research is needed
    ✨ Emerging approaches to healing and inflammation, including the unique use of PRP during surgery
    ✨ The emotional toll of infertility—and knowing when to keep pushing and when it’s okay to pause
    ✨ Why trusting your instincts and advocating for yourself matters
    Perhaps the most important takeaway? An ovulatory event is not necessarily the same thing as confirmed ovulation.
    Connect with CJ:
    Dignity Empowered — hormone coaching and writing focused on infertility, women’s health, and spiritual motherhood.
    We’re so grateful to have We Heart Nutrition supporting The Hormone Genius Podcast!
    Ready to check them out? Visit weheartnutrition.com and use code GENIUS at checkout for 20% off your order.
    Thanks to our sponsor Dr. Monica of Radiant Health. Please check them out for all your women's health needs. They do telehealth, specialize in all fertility and reproductive health concerns, as well as perimenopause & menopause.
    Dr. Monica Minjeur
    Neo Fertility Medical Consultant
    FertilityCare Medical Consultant
    FEMM Medical Provider
    Podcast Host: “Cycle Wisdom"
    P: (319) 804-8321 | F: 319-465-0081
    3705 River Ridge Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
    Mon – Thu, 9am to 3pm
    radiantclinic.com
    Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical care. Fertility concerns and treatment decisions should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional who can evaluate your individual history and circumstances. Information discussed about supplements, iodine, PRP, LUFs, and other treatments should not be interpreted as medical advice or a recommendation for self-treatment.
    39 min
  • S7 Ep7: The Ovarian Continuum: Understanding Your Hormones, Your Mental Health & Your Whole Self
    What if understanding your hormones could help you better understand yourself?
    In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Teresa and Jamie continue their special partnership with FACTS – Fertility Appreciation Collaborative to Teach the Systems and introduce listeners to Talia Caridi, a first-year resident and future physician who shares part of her own story of discovering the powerful connection between her hormones, her health, and her mental well-being.
    Talia’s story helps illustrate an important concept we call the ovarian continuum, the journey of the ovaries and reproductive hormones from puberty through the reproductive years and ultimately into menopause. Our hormones are not isolated from the rest of our bodies. They interact with our physical health, mental health, sleep, energy, mood, and overall well-being.
    We talk about the relationship between hormones and mental health. Hormones do not define who we are, and they certainly don't explain every mental-health experience. But reproductive hormones and the brain are interconnected, and understanding that relationship can give women and their healthcare providers additional context when evaluating symptoms and overall health.
    At Hormone Genius, we believe that body literacy creates empowered women. The goal isn't simply to know that hormones exist, it's to understand what your body may be communicating and to have the knowledge to participate meaningfully in your healthcare.
    Your hormones are part of your story, but they don't have to be a mystery. Become the genius of your own hormones!
    FACTS – Fertility Appreciation Collaborative to Teach the Systems
    Learn more about FACTS and their educational resources for healthcare professionals and students interested in fertility awareness and restorative reproductive healthcare.
    Perimenopause Program:
    Visit HormoneGenius.com to find the program and take advantage of the 50% off offer through September 30.
    And if you're approaching the menopause years, don't miss our Perimenopause Program, now 50% off through the end of September. For less than $50, the program provides an accessible introduction to perimenopause, common symptoms, lifestyle considerations, protein and exercise, and an overview of individualized menopausal hormone therapy. The program includes audio and visual content, PDFs, reflection questions, and practical action steps you can begin implementing right away.
    Whether you're 35 and wondering why you don't feel like yourself anymore, experiencing changes in sleep or mood, or simply wanting to understand what happens during the transition toward menopause, this program is designed to give you a place to start.
    Thanks to our epidose Sponsor, We Heart Nutrition! Go to weheartnutrition.com and find the supplements right for your stage of womanhood. Get 20% OFF with our code GENIUS.
    Medical Disclaimer:
    This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide individual medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information discussed should not be used as a substitute for consultation with your qualified healthcare provider. Every woman's health history and circumstances are unique. Talk with your healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, exercise, or hormone therapy.
    Tags:#HormoneHealth #WomensHealth #Perimenopause #Menopause #OvarianContinuum #Hormones #MentalHealth #WomensHormones #BodyLiteracy #MenstrualCycle #FertilityAwareness
    30 min
  • S7 Ep 7: From IVF to Root Cause Fertility: A Doctor’s Journey Back to the Whole Person
    What happens when a physician who spent years becoming highly skilled in IVF begins to ask a bigger question: Are we treating infertility, or simply trying to achieve a positive pregnancy test?
    In this powerful episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Teresa and Jamie sit down with Dr. Joseph Davis, an OB-GYN and fertility specialist with more than 15 years of experience, founder of Palm Integrative Fertility, and a member of FACTS About Fertility.
    Dr. Davis shares the very personal journey that led him from practicing IVF to embracing a more comprehensive, restorative approach to fertility care. His story is not about abandoning science, it is about recognizing that there is more science to fertility than many physicians are ever taught.
    Dr. Davis explains why conditions such as insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve, hormonal dysfunction, and recurrent miscarriage deserve deeper investigation, and why “unexplained infertility” may sometimes mean that we simply haven't found the explanation yet.
    One of the most fascinating parts of the conversation is Dr. Davis's discussion of the menstrual cycle itself. Rather than viewing ovulation as the finish line, restorative care looks closely at what happens after ovulation, including estrogen and progesterone patterns throughout the luteal phase and early pregnancy. Cervical mucus and other cycle biomarkers can provide valuable information about what is happening inside a woman's body.
    As Dr. Davis puts it, the patient is the best collector of her own personal health data.
    The conversation also tackles a difficult and important topic: the ethics of IVF and the dignity of the human embryo. Dr. Davis openly shares how his own ethical questions changed the way he viewed his work and ultimately led him to reconsider the role IVF played in his practice. Teresa also emphasizes an important message of compassion: this conversation is not about judging parents or children conceived through IVF. Rather, it is an invitation to think deeply about human dignity, informed consent, and the ethical questions surrounding fertility treatment.
    Finally, Dr. Davis talks about the exciting work being done through FACTS About Fertility, including the development of a new fellowship designed to train physicians in the science behind fertility awareness, restorative reproductive medicine, and cycle-based care.
    Your fertility matters. Your cycle matters. Your health history matters. And you deserve a practitioner who is willing to listen, investigate, collaborate, and help you understand the why behind what is happening in your body.
    If you've experienced infertility, recurrent miscarriage, diminished ovarian reserve, “unexplained” infertility, or simply want to understand your fertility more deeply, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
    Learn more about Dr. Davis and Palm Integrative Fertility: PalmFertility.com
    Learn about FACTS fellowship program, and electives at factsaboutfertility.org.
    Thanks so our sponsor We Heart Nutrition Supplements. Go to weheartnutrition.org and get 20% your first order with the CODE GENIUS!
    Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Information discussed by guests and hosts represents their individual perspectives and should not be considered a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your own qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health and treatment options.
    50 min
  • S7 Ep 6: Your Cycle Is a Vital Sign: Why Every Woman, and Every Doctor: Should Understand the Menstrual Cycle
    What if your menstrual cycle could tell you something important about your health—just like your blood pressure, heart rate, or other vital signs?
    In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Pearl Huang Ramirez, a family medicine physician, fertility awareness-based medicine advocate, and founding member of FACTS About Fertility, to talk about one of the most overlooked tools in women’s healthcare: the menstrual cycle.
    Dr. Pearl shares her own journey of discovering fertility awareness-based methods during medical school, at a time when she realized that medical education had given her very little understanding of natural fertility or cycle biomarkers. That discovery eventually led her to Creighton medical consultant training and to helping other physicians understand how fertility awareness can be incorporated into real-world medical care.
    Together, we explore why the cycle can be considered a vital sign of health and what clinicians can learn by paying attention to biomarkers such as cervical mucus, basal body temperature, cycle phases, bleeding patterns, and luteal phase length.
    We discuss what charting patterns may reveal about conditions such as PCOS, progesterone insufficiency, abnormal bleeding, endometriosis and other hormonal concerns, and why understanding the cycle can help clinicians move beyond simply suppressing symptoms toward asking what may be happening underneath them.
    Dr. Pearl also explains the powerful partnership between medical professionals and fertility awareness educators. Physicians don't have to do everything themselves. A trained fertility awareness instructor or hormone coach can spend the time teaching women how to observe and chart their cycles, while clinicians can use that information to guide evaluation, laboratory testing and individualized treatment.
    And for the medical students, nurse practitioners, physicians and other healthcare professionals, listeningwe talk about an incredible opportunity to learn more.
    🩺 FACTS About Fertility
    The FACTS Student Elective: FABMs for Family Planning and Women's Healthcare provides medical students and students in other health professions with education in evidence-based fertility awareness methods, female cycle physiology, chart interpretation and the integration of FABMs into women's healthcare. The elective is primarily online and can be completed in two-week blocks or as a four-week course. It is accredited through Georgetown University School of Medicine.
    👉 Learn about the FACTS Student Elective:
    FACTS Student Elective
    💻 FACTS 2026 Virtual Conference
    And if you're a healthcare professional who wants to learn more, mark your calendar for the FACTS 2026 Virtual Conference, happening November 20–21, 2026.
    The virtual conference is designed for medical and health professionals, residents, medical students, health-profession students and fertility educators. It offers an opportunity to learn from experts in fertility awareness, restorative reproductive medicine, women's health and fertility—and participate from wherever you are.
    Early-bird registration is currently available through October 15, 2026, with reduced rates for medical professionals, residents/FABM educators/general attendees and students. CME credit is also available.
    👉 Register or learn more about the FACTS Virtual Conference:
    FACTS 2026 Virtual Conference
    his podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health and medical care.
    39 min
  • S7 Ep 5: The Postpartum Superpower: Breastfeeding, Colostrum & Nourishing Mom
    WonderCow is running a Labor Day Sale! Don't miss out and go this this link https://affiliates.wondercow.com/HORMONEGENIUS.
    We recently recorded an episode with Erica Diebersloot of Wonder Cow, who is three months postpartum with her fifth child. The conversation centered around her postpartum experience, breastfeeding, colostrum, nutrition, and practical strategies for managing motherhood and a large family. Erica shared that she has experienced a particularly smooth postpartum recovery, which she attributes in part to prioritizing a nutrient-dense diet, supplements such as beef liver, postnatal vitamins and colostrum, and making sleep a priority. She also discussed using gentle sleep-training strategies and shared that her baby began sleeping through the night around six weeks.
    A particularly interesting part of the conversation was our discussion about breastfeeding and the remarkable biological communication between mother and baby. Erica highlighted the feedback loop that occurs during breastfeeding, where a baby's latch and interaction with the breast can communicate information to the mother's body and help support the production of immune components and antibodies that meet the baby's needs. We also discussed why colostrum is often called "liquid gold," including its distinctive golden color and concentrated nutritional and immune-supportive properties. Erica noted that components of colostrum can continue to be present in breast milk even months postpartum.
    The conversation also included some practical and creative uses for breast milk that Erica has incorporated into family life. She shared using it topically for things such as diaper rash and poison oak, as well as using it as a natural facial cream. She has also added breast milk to smoothies for older children as an additional nutritional and immune-supportive boost.
    Motherhood, Large-Family Life & Practical Strategies
    Erica emphasized that one of the keys to managing motherhood is learning to be present while also accepting personal limitations. Rather than trying to do everything perfectly, she shared practical strategies that help make life with a large family more manageable. These included keeping pre-boiled eggs available for a quick source of protein, teaching older children how to prepare simple meals and take on more responsibility, and creating what she calls a "Breastfeeding Basket." The basket contains a rotating selection of special toys that are brought out specifically during breastfeeding sessions, giving toddlers something engaging to do while Mom feeds the baby.
    These practical conversations helped reinforce the broader message of the episode: supporting women during pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, and motherhood requires not only good nutrition but also realistic strategies that make healthy choices more sustainable within the demands of everyday family life.
    Medical Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
    42 min
  • S7 Ep 4: Want to Get Pregnant? Start Here: The Hormone Genius Preconception Guide
    What if preparing for pregnancy started months before you ever saw a positive test?
    In this episode of Hormone Genius, Theresa and Jamie dive into the often-overlooked world of preconception health and why preparing your body for pregnancy shouldn't begin after conception—it should begin before.
    We start with the “fifth vital sign”: your menstrual cycle. Your period, cervical mucus, ovulation, and luteal phase can provide valuable clues about your reproductive health. Learn the three simple things to start watching in your cycle and why understanding your body's natural fertility signs can be such a powerful first step.
    Then we move beyond the cycle and talk about building a healthy foundation for both women and men, including:
    • Why giving yourself at least three months to prepare can be valuable
    • The role of whole foods and the Mediterranean-style approach to nutrition
    • Key nutrients to consider, including folate, iron, iodine, vitamin D, choline, omega-3s, selenium, and zinc
    • Why thyroid, metabolic health, hormones, and nutrient status deserve attention
    • Egg and sperm health—and why the months before conception matter
    • The potential roles of CoQ10, DHEA, and other targeted approaches for certain individuals
    • Why your partner's health matters just as much as yours
    • Sleep, exercise, stress, and environmental exposures
    • Simple ways to reduce unnecessary exposure to plastics, fragrances, and other household chemicals
    • Why dental and medication reviews belong on your preconception checklist
    • What to consider if you've recently stopped hormonal birth control
    Most importantly, we talk about hope without blame. If you've struggled to conceive, “just relax” isn't helpful—and fertility challenges deserve compassion, understanding, and appropriate care.
    Medical Disclaimer
    The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every person and pregnancy is unique. Always consult with your qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health, medications, supplements, fertility, and pregnancy-related questions
    43 min
  • S7 Ep:3 Woven Well: Discovering the Beauty, Purpose, and Meaning of Your Hormone Genius
    What if your menstrual cycle wasn't just about fertility, but was actually revealing something profound about your health, your identity, and even your purpose?
    In this inspiring episode, we welcome Caitlin Estes, fertility care practitioner, founder of Woven Natural Fertility Care, and author of Woven Well. Caitlin shares how her own journey into fertility awareness transformed the way she understood the female body—not simply as a biological system, but as a beautiful design that speaks to a woman's dignity, health, and capacity for relationship.
    Together, we explore why understanding the menstrual cycle is about so much more than tracking fertility. Caitlin explains how hormones are not problems to suppress but important messengers that reveal overall health. Rather than viewing the body as something to "fix" or optimize, women can learn to appreciate the wisdom built into their cycles and seek care that addresses root causes instead of masking symptoms.
    The conversation also dives into the growing movement toward restorative reproductive medicine and why more women are searching for alternatives to hormonal birth control when dealing with painful periods, PCOS, irregular cycles, or infertility. Caitlin shares powerful stories from women whose lives were transformed, not only physically, but emotionally and spiritually, when they began understanding their bodies through fertility awareness.
    We also discuss the importance of community, education, and honest conversations between women. Whether you're a teenager learning about your cycle for the first time, a mother raising daughters, navigating infertility, or simply wanting to better understand your hormones, this episode offers encouragement and hope.
    You'll walk away with a renewed appreciation for the incredible design of the female body and practical inspiration to begin paying closer attention to what your hormones are communicating every month.
    In this episode you'll learn:
    Why your menstrual cycle is a vital sign of health
    The difference between suppressing symptoms and treating root causes
    How fertility awareness empowers women in every stage of life
    The connection between physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
    Why conversations about women's health can change future generations
    Join us for this thoughtful conversation celebrating the beauty, purpose, and extraordinary design of every woman's Hormone Genius.
    Woven Well: A Christian Woman’s Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness
    Wovenfertility.com
    @wovenfertility - Instagram and YouTube
    Substack: Woven Fertility
    Also, check out Teresa Kenney WHNP's book as a great Combo for every young woman in your life! The Happy Girls Guide to Being Whole
    https://lumenpress.org/product/the-happy-girls-guide-to-being-whole/
    Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical advice from a doctor, or any medical professional.
    43 min

About The Hormone Genius Podcast

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Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones!

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