By Caitlin Estes
A natural fertility podcast with short episodes that empower women in their health decisions, family planning options, fertility treatments and more, while honoring the deep connection between fait
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There are many different forms of fertility awareness or cycle awareness that help you confidently track your cycle for natural family planning for hormonal and cycle health improvements. Each method tracks different reproductive biomarkers created by a woman's body, but many methods have one in common: cervical mucus. What is cervical mucus? What does it do? What function does it serve? How can we know if we have it or not, and what it tells us? Today's episode all a basic introduction to cervical mucus and the role it plays in your reproductive cycle!
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for most audiences, and does reference sperm and pregnancy.
FUN FACT: This episode is available on YouTube! Check it out @wovenfertility on YouTube
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Ep. 108: Choosing a Natural Family Planning Method
Ep. 60: LUF Syndrome 101
Ep. 2: BASICS - Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton
Free Downloadable Resources from Woven Natural Fertility Care
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
Getting off of birth control can feel scary when you're not ready for children. Can you prevent pregnancy successfully without the pill? Grace faced these fears and questions as she and her husband made the decision to ditch the Pill after she felt angry, anxious, and emotionally spent after a year on the lowest dose of birth control. Today, she shares her story of how God met her in her healing process and provided a "natural birth control" alternative that honored who she was as a person, honored her marriage, and honored her cycles. I hope you enjoy hearing her story!
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
FUN FACT: This episode is available on YouTube! Check it out @wovenfertility on YouTube
GUEST BIO: Grace is:
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
Isn't Natural Family Planning (NFP) just something Catholics do? This is a great question that hits on a common misconception! YES, Catholic couples often use NFP, but why is that the case? And is it still beneficial and effective for non-Catholic couples? If you're hesitant about using Natural Family Planning because you're not Catholic, this episode is for you! It explains WHY NFP is so often associated with the Catholic faith and why those who aren't Catholic may enjoy using it.
NOTE: This episode may not be appropriate for all audiences, as it does use the term sex several times.
FUN FACT: This episode is available on YouTube! Check it out @wovenfertility on YouTube
Interested in conversations about the intersection of fertility and faith? Join us on Substack for free!
Ready to learn the Creighton Model System? Now's the perfect time! You can register for the next upcoming virtual session. Register here!
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
Today we have the opportunity to speak with Dr. Naomi Whittaker about the keys to preventing scarring, adhesions, and repeat endometriosis surgery. This is HUGE! If you’re dealing with endometriosis or suspect that you are, PLEASE LISTEN TO THIS BEFORE YOU HAVE SURGERY TO REMOVE IT, if at all possible. Did you know that the #1 way to prevent adhesions and scarring from endometriosis surgery is to highly screen your surgeon? Who does your surgery and what special techniques they implement make a massive difference in your long term healing and success!
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
FUN FACT: This episode is available on YouTube! Check it out @wovenfertility on YouTube
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Dr. Whittaker is a Pennsylvania-based board certified OBGYN and fellowship-trained surgeon who specializes in the Creighton model system and NaPro technology, which works cooperatively with a woman's body to treat the underlying cause of gynecologic issues and infertility, such as endometriosis and PCOS. She created the Restorative Reproductive Medicine Academy and has dedicated her practice to women's restorative, reproductive medicine, compassionate healthcare, and education.
SHOW NOTES:
Endometriosis 101 - Free Download
Ep. 97: Ovarian Cysts, with Dr. Naomi Whittaker: Listen Now
Restorative Reproductive Medicine Academy
Interested in learning about the Creighton Model System? You're in the right place!
Looking for ways to implement fertility awareness into your life and faith? Check out out most helpful resources:
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
NEXT EPISODE RELEASE: Nov 1, 2024!!
As Christians, our faith has a heavy influence on all of our important decisions in life: spouse, jobs, finances, moves. But what about our fertility decision? How can our faith guide us when it comes to questions about contraception, sterilization, or sexual union within marriage? Fr. Michael Novotny joins us to talk about why he discusses these important topics with every engaged couple he counsels, as well as married couples within his church.
NOTE: This episode does use terminology like "sexual intercourse" and may not be appropriate for all audiences.
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Fr. Michael has been the Rector of Christ the King Anglican Church since June 2017 and has attended with his wife, Jennifer, since 2010. He is a graduate of Beeson Divinity School (M.Div 2013) having received Holy Orders in the Anglican Church in North America in 2016. Prior to becoming Rector of CTK he served as the Christian Studies department chair and Dean of Students/Spiritual Life at a local Christian high school. He is married to the love of his life, Jennifer. Together they have five children, Levi, Priscilla, Ruth, Joseph, and Samuel (of blessed memory). Fr. Michael’s desire as a priest is to “equip the saints for the work of ministry,” and help train up the next generation of clergy and lay leaders. Fr. Michael also serves as the Dean of the Central Alabama Deanery in the Anglican Diocese of the South.
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Creighton Introductory Session: Register here!
Interested in the intersection of fertility and faith? Find more here!
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Free Resources:
Prayer Guide for the Female Body
Fertile Faith -- weekly newsletter on topics of fertility and faith
Other Woven Well Episodes centered on faith:
God's Invitation to Connection
Should we think theologically about fertility?
Is contraception a faithful choice for Christians?
Prayer Guide for the Female Body Episode
How important are our bodies, really?
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
We've all heard things about our fertility that we're shocked to later find out are FALSE! This seems to be especially true when it comes to trying to conceive myths or how to get pregnant myths. But how do we know they're not true? When you hear something over and over again, you tend to believe it... That's why we're doing a Fertility "Myth Buster" episode today to bust some of the most common myths about trying to get pregnant. Enjoy!
NOTE: This episode includes terminology like intercourse, sperm, seminal fluid, and related talk and may not be appropriate for all audiences.
Clarification: A statistic was given related to couples who successfully conceive using the Creighton System within the first 6 months. This specific statistic is related to those without any fertility or reproductive health issues. The other statistic, related to 80% of couples conceiving within the first year, is related to those with diagnosed fertility issues. Thanks!
Ready to learn the Creighton Model System? Now's the perfect time! You can register for the next upcoming virtual session. Register here!
Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertility
Interested in conversations about the intersection of fertility and faith? Join us on Substack for free!
Episodes about Creighton Model System:
Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton
Can I really use Creighton myself??
Creighton vs. NaProTechnology: What's the difference?
Choosing a Natural Family Planning Method
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
While cycle charting is for every woman, some women experience medical or hormonal conditions that seem to prevent them from participating. Anna shares her story of feeling disqualified from fertility awareness options and how her interaction with this podcast and Woven Natural Fertility Care radically transformed her relationship with her body, her cycles, and her health journey. We're grateful to Anna for sharing her story!
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
GUEST BIO: Anna was born and raised in Colorado in an era when boredom was best kept at bay by playing outside with her 5 siblings. She enjoys being outside to this day. Hiking and gardening with her husband (Zach) ranks high on her favorite activities. The threw-line in her career arch is a desire to be helpful and to see people flourish. This led her to complete her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Colorado Christian University and her most recent adventure as a FertilityCare Practitioner Intern.
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To connect with Anna, find her on instagram @cyclesleuth or Facebook (Anna Kiser)
Interested in learning about the Creighton Model System? You're in the right place!
Looking for ways to implement fertility awareness into your life and faith? Check out out most helpful resources:
Have a question or want to give us feedback?
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
Switching to Natural Birth Control of some type -- like fertility awareness methods or natural family planning -- can feel really scary. How effective is natural family planning anyway? What if it doesn't work? These are fair and valid questions that every woman/couple should ask as they figure out the best option for them. But the great news is that certain forms of natural birth control, like the Creighton Model System, are incredibly effective -- 99.5% for avoiding pregnancy! -- which is higher than hormonal birth control. Still, it can feel scary to trust anything to plan your family in the timeline you'd like. Today's episode talks about this directly, as Caitlin explores how one couple's experience speaks to the reality many couples face: when it comes to family planning, who/what should we really trust? We'll explore the role our faith plays in these important questions and how to know when you can trust in your family planning.
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
Interested in more conversations about the intersection of fertility and faith? Join us on Substack for free!
Episodes about Creighton Model System:
Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton
Can I really use Creighton myself??
Creighton vs. NaProTechnology: What's the difference?
Choosing a Natural Family Planning Method
Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!
Ready to learn the Creighton Model System? Now's the perfect time! You can register for the next upcoming virtual session. Creighton Introductory Session: Register here!
Interested in the intersection of fertility and faith? Find more here!
Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertility
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
Have you heard of cycle syncing -- the decision to make decisions and lifestyle choices based on where you are in your menstrual cycle? Today's guest, Megan Faller, is the founder of The Aligned Cycle and she joins us to share how connecting with this ancient practice has been so beneficial for her and why she wants to empower others with the same knowledge. My favorite part of this episode? She makes cycle syncing *realistic and accessible!* If you are interested in learning more about what cycle syncing is and how you could begin trying it out for yourself right now, this is the episode for you.
NOTE: Sorry about the audio issues on this episode!
This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
GUEST BIO:
Megan Faller is a wife and homeschooling mother of four living in Southern California and the founder of The Aligned Cycle. In 2010, she began teaching the Creighton Model of fertility awareness and went on to co-found Restore FertilityCare. Along her health journey began to make adjustments to her own schedule in relation to her hormonal/cycle phase to support her wellness and avoid burnout. She's now on a mission to help other women rest and work in harmony with their natural rhythms.
SHOW NOTES:
The Aligned Cycle with Megan Faller
@thealignedcycle
Interested in learning about the Creighton Model System? You're in the right place!
Looking for ways to implement fertility awareness into your life and faith? Check out out most helpful resources:
Have a question or want to give us feedback?
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This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
It's normal to feel nervous before trying something new, and when that new thing is a fertility appreciation method like Creighton Model System, it can feel like a very big deal. How can you be successful with Creighton? What's the key to successful use of this fertility awareness based method? I've thought over my years as a Certified FertilityCare Practitioner teaching the Creighton System to share 4 tips that I see my most successful and confident learners practice. These are not rocket science, but they are effective -- and that's what counts. Enjoy the episode!
NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences.
Episodes about Creighton Model System:
Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton
Can I really use Creighton myself??
Creighton vs. NaProTechnology: What's the difference?
Choosing a Natural Family Planning Method
Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!
Ready to learn the Creighton Model System? Now's the perfect time! You can register for the next upcoming virtual session. Creighton Introductory Session: Register here!
Interested in the intersection of fertility and faith? Find more here!
Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertility
Send us a text
Support the show
This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.
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