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!

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Creighton vs. NaProTechnology: What's the difference?
Choosing a Natural Family Planning Method

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Hope began her period at age 12 and, by age 14, was already experiencing extreme menstrual cramps with her period. She went to her OBGYN to seek answers and began a journey of discovery, health, and healing. Today she shares about her experience as a teenager, her timeline and process for diagnosis, and what she's doing now to invest in her reproductive health even as a young woman who is not in a relationship. Fertility awareness for single women is just as important as anyone else. Whether you have painful periods or simply want to know when you ovulate, there are fertility awareness based methods like the Creighton model system available to you! 

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Hope is a young adult discovering the design of her body through charting with the Creighton Model. She has a history of difficult and irregular cycles as well as stage 2 and stage 4 endometriosis. She currently works at an organic, sustainable orchard and enjoys snowboarding in her free time. 

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We're hearing more and more about estrogen dominance -- but what is it exactly? What signs point to its possibility? And how can I reverse estrogen dominance in my own cycles?  Knowing these basics is the first step to identifying and restoring the underlying causes of hormonal imbalances like estrogen dominance. Today's episode discusses what causes estrogen dominance, natural and restorative ways to combat estrogen dominance, and practical ways to identify it in your own life.

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Additional research on estrogen and its risks when elevated

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Other Woven Well 101 Episodes:
Ep. 24: Postpartum Fertility 101
Ep. 26: Miscarriage 101: Common causes of loss
Ep. 37: Infertility 101
Ep. 60: LUF Syndrome 101

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There are incredible benefits to using fertility awareness based methods (FABM) for reproductive health and family planning, but not all OBGYNs, midwives, or clinicians are on board. Why is this the case? Is there something "iffy" about FABMs? Is natural family planning (NFP) actually just the rhythm method? Yikes! Dr. Marguerite Duane, co-founder and executive director of FACTS about Fertility shares the science behind FABMs, why your physician may not know about them, and practical tips and resources for getting them on board and educated. We need more medical professionals knowledgeable and educated in areas of restorative reproductive healthcare -- not only for our own needs, but for future generations. Join us as we take the first step together!

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Dr. Duane, a board-certified family physician, is co-founder and Executive Director of FACTS about Fertility, an organization dedicated to educating medical professionals and students about the scientific evidence supporting fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs). Dr. Duane trained as a Creighton, FEMM and NeoFertility Medical consultant, and a TeenSTAR educator. She received her M.D. degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and completed her Family Medicine residency at Lancaster General Hospital in Pennsylvania. She received a Bachelor of Science with Honors and a Master of Health Administration degree from Cornell University. In 2022, Dr. Duane completed a primary care research fellowship at the University of Utah earning a Master of Science in Public Health.

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FACTS About Fertility Research

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In June 2024, a new bill was proposed called the RESTORE Act (or The Reproductive Empowerment and Support through Optimal Restoration Act). Politics aside, what does this bill say and could it be helpful for the real women facing reproductive health challenges in the United States? This episode reviews the goals of the bill and whether or not it could be helpful to women and couples. It wants to redefine the definition of infertility, change education for medical professionals, and study the impact of direct-to-women education. Are these helpful or hurtful? Let's explore together.

Here's a link to read the bill for yourself. 

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Advocating in the Dr.'s Office: Asking Good Questions

Other Episodes centered on Restorative Reproductive Medicine:
Ep. 31: The NaPro Difference, with Laura Ducote, F-NP, CFCP
Ep. 72: NaProTechnology, with Dr. Pakiz
Ep. 91: Ovarian Wedge Resection with Dr. Christine Hemphill
Ep. 119: Fertility Tests that shouldn't

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Another great client story for you today, as we hear from Emily about how she reversed the effects of the PCOS that had been plaguing her for years! Emily dealt with unusual bleeding, unpredictably long cycles, chronic fatigue, and more. She shares how she reversed these effects once she realized "healthy eating and exercise" weren't cutting it for her. What an impact this has made on her life, physically, mentally, and spiritually! Enjoy hearing from Emily!

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Emily has been married to Jeremiah for almost 3 years, and they make their home in the beautiful Great Lakes State of Michigan! When not working as a forest school leader, Emily loves to hike, swim in lakes, cross country ski, read novels, and bake pastries for friends and family. 

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Tracy Mann, R.D. -- www.everydaynutritionllc.com
Ep. 46: Nutrition Tips for Every Woman, with Tracy Mann
Ep. 20: Nutrition for PCOS, with Tracy Mann

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In June 2024, the Southern Baptist Convention voted on a resolution to formally condemn the use of IVF based primarily on the destruction of embryos. The SBC is one of the most pro-life denominations who emphasize the sanctity of life, and issues related to embryos are close to them. But what about the women and couples who want to honor the moral/ethical concerns with IVF but are struggling to conceive a pregnancy? There is hope for these couples! Certified FertilityCare Practitioner, Caitlin Estes, breaks down the approach of IVF and contrasts it with other available infertility treatment approaches that have no ethical or moral considerations. IVF is not the only option for couples struggling with infertility!

Related episodes:
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Common Causes of Miscarriage Explained
Infertility 101
IVF is not your only option
Unexplained Infertility
AMH: Can it tell you if you're infertile?
Theological Considerations with IVF
Fertility Tests that shouldn't be skipped
Sharing IVF Alternatives with friends

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We are big fans of NaProTechnology at Woven Well, because this unique approach investigates the root causes of reproductive health concerns like PCOS, PMS, Luteal Phase defect, and endometriosis. For many women, this restorative approach is all they need to finally get some answers and individualized care. But there are some who still have a "missing piece." This was how Dr. Melissa Weidert felt as she served a NaProTechnology OBGYN and surgeon. She loved NaPro, but knew she needed a complementary education to provide to some of her patients who still struggled. Now, she's opened her integrative health clinic and provides holistic reproductive care and fertility treatments to men and women. Utilizing hormonal panels, HTMA, bio resonance testing, mold and parasite investigation, and more, she seeks the root causes of reproductive health concerns and addresses them at their core. She joins us today to talk about this approach and how it serves men and women with reproductive health issues.

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GUEST BIO:
Dr. Melissa Weidert officially launched her virtual medical practice, Fiat Fertility & Wellness, in the Fall of 2023 after many years in restorative reproductive medicine. She has a strong passion for NaProTECHNOLOGY and trained as a NaPro surgeon. Combining this knowledge with functional medicine and holistic health practices allows her to walk alongside women, men, and couples on their unique health journeys. She lives with her husband and son and is a proud Wisconsinite who enjoys the outdoors, strong coffee, and quality conversations. You can find her soaking in the sun rays, working the soil into a new garden, and taking time to be present with those she loves.     

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Fiat Fertility & Wellness virtually serves patients in TX and PA.
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SUMMER BREAK is upon us! Woven Well will be back with more new episodes July 5th! 

Choosing to learn a fertility awareness method can feel scary and daunting -- but what about when you're in a very busy, stressful season of life? Is it worth it to try? Should you wait until things slow down? These are good, valid questions! I asked client, Claire, to share a bit of her story and experience learning Creighton, since she learned Creighton while in Medical School! Wow! She shares what was hard about learning during that time, what made the difference in her learning process, and her advice to other ladies discerning the best time to begin to learn Creighton. 

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Claire is a family medicine resident physician. She is a native of the Alabama Gulf Coast, where she lives with her husband and their labrador, Chief. Claire enjoys baking, bird watching, and yoga.

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How can I afford fertility awareness education? Does my insurance cover it? Are there more affordable methods? Can I get a fertility awareness scholarship? How can I pay for NFP (natural family planning)? This episode gives practical suggestions to how to pay for your fertility education (including insurance specifics and options for those who don't have insurance coverage), because we believe every woman deserve access to fertility education and natural family planning. 

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• https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/understanding-cancer-risk/known-and-probable-human-carcinogens.html
• https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/birth-control-side-effects/
• https://adflegal.org/press-release/court-delivers-victory-women-

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