Heal Your Hormones with Dr. Danielle

In this episode, Dr. Danielle Desroche discusses the emotional and practical aspects of early pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of support and guidance during this vulnerable time. She covers topics such as when to take a pregnancy test, how to determine pregnancy timeline, essential steps to take after a positive test, key labs to monitor, nutrition and lifestyle adjustments, and managing ear...

In this episode of the Heal Your Hormones podcast, Dr. Danielle Desroche interviews Jennifer Myers, a licensed acupuncturist ( @coreacupunctureatlanta ), about the benefits of acupuncture for hormonal health and fertility. They discuss Jennifer's journey into acupuncture, how it works, common fertility issues treated, and the role of acupuncture in managing stress and anxiety. The conversation...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle interviews Katie Simmons ( @ATLPelvicHealth ), a pelvic physical therapist, about pelvic health during pregnancy and postpartum. Katie shares her journey into pelvic physical therapy and the importance of supporting women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journeys. They discuss the role of pelvic floor therapy in treating bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle provides an update on her summer travels and shares her personal experience with low AMH levels. She discusses how she improved her AMH levels through various methods, including taking antioxidants, doing acupuncture, and optimizing her thyroid function. Dr. Danielle also answers listener questions about high LDL and total cholesterol, improving period color and flow,...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle is joined by Caitlin Sullivan ( @SpringToLifeMethod ) to discuss how to support your body throughout the menstrual cycle with food. They break down each phase of the cycle and explain what is happening in the body during that phase. They also provide general recommendations for supporting hormones month-long, such as balancing blood sugar, prioritizing protein, and fo...

In this Q&A-style episode, Dr. Danielle answers questions related to PCOS, fertility, and hormone health. She discusses the use of mucinex for fertility, the significance of high AMH levels in PCOS, the safety of intermittent fasting during different phases of the menstrual cycle, the timing of cold plunges, the benefits of raw carrot salads, the difference between the Dutch test and a hair fo...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the importance of supporting postpartum mothers and provides tips on how to navigate the postpartum period. She emphasizes the need for moms to prioritize their health and seek support from healthcare professionals. Dr. Danielle also highlights the common symptoms experienced during postpartum and suggests ways to address them. She covers topics such as horm...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses how to achieve a healthy geriatric pregnancy for women over 35 years old. She highlights the lack of support in conventional medicine and the misconception that IUI or IVF are the only options. Dr. Danielle emphasizes the importance of preconception work, improving egg quality, managing autoimmunity, and considering acupuncture. She debunks myths about age b...

In this episode join Dr. Danielle in learning more about PCOS-related hair loss including why hair loss is common, what causes it, and natural and conventional therapies to help treat it. Mentioned in this episode: Mountain Rose Herbs - Spearmint Tea Wellbel - Code DRDANIELLE10 Castor oil - Code DRDANIELLEND10 ----- Have a topic you want covered? DM me on Instagram @drdanielle.nd ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedu...

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APRIL GIVEAWAY To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd. For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd The winner will be announced May! ----- In this episode, Dr. Danielle answers three questions related to women's health. She discusses how to shorten long menstrual cycles,...

APRIL GIVEAWAY To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd. For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd The winner will be announced May! ----- In this episode, Dr. Danielle interviews Dr. Lauren Steinman, a SIBO expert, about small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and its im...

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APRIL GIVEAWAY To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd. For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd The winner will be announced May! ----- In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses blood sugar and its impact on hormone balance and fertility. She explains the signs of high blood...

APRIL GIVEAWAY To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd. For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd The winner will be announced May! -------- In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the three important labs that women should ask their doctors for before starting metformin for...

APRIL GIVEAWAY To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd. For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd The winner will be announced May! ------- In this episode, Dr. Danielle announces a special giveaway for her birthday month. Listeners can participate by leaving a written revie...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses a controversial article published by the Washington Post that criticizes women for blaming symptoms like weight gain, depression, and fertility struggles on the birth control pill. The article claims that women are getting misinformation online and suggests that balancing hormones is a cash grab. Dr. Danielle expresses her frustration with the article and hi...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses male infertility and what men can do to support their fertility. She highlights the importance of recognizing that one-third of fertility struggles are related to male factor infertility and that supporting male infertility is often overlooked. Dr. Danielle explains common causes of male infertility, such as autoimmune disease, decreased sex hormones, infect...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the steps involved in becoming a naturopathic doctor and provides information on accredited naturopathic medical schools. She emphasizes the importance of choosing an accredited school for credibility and legal recognition as a naturopathic doctor. Dr. Danielle also shares her personal experience in choosing a school and highlights the need to visit the scho...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle shares some life updates and then dives into the topic of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for conceiving during perimenopause. She discusses the importance of assessing sex hormone levels and improving egg quality before considering HRT. Dr. Danielle provides natural ways to support the adrenal glands and ovaries, such as stress management, optimizing sleep, and eat...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the difference between hormonal acne and food sensitivity acne. She explains that hormonal acne is typically deep, cystic, and located along the jawline and chin. It can fluctuate with hormonal changes and may be accompanied by symptoms like hair loss and facial hair growth. On the other hand, food sensitivity acne is more surface-level, smaller, and located...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the significance of progesterone in pregnancy. She explains what progesterone is, common signs of low progesterone, and the role it plays in supporting pregnancy. Dr. Danielle also provides information on when and how to test progesterone levels, especially for women trying to conceive. She concludes by sharing natural ways to increase progesterone levels an...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle answers a question about why healthy women in their early 30s choose to freeze their eggs. She discusses the trend of delaying parenthood and the availability of IVF as contributing factors. The influence of social media and the openness of women sharing their fertility journeys also play a role. Dr. Danielle explains that women freeze their eggs as an insurance polic...

In this episode, Dr. Danielle shares her personal journey of improving egg quality and increasing AMH. She discusses her decision to delay egg freezing and focuses on optimizing her egg quality through diet, supplements, acupuncture, and stress management. Dr. Danielle emphasizes the importance of a healthy diet, including protein, vegetables, and limiting alcohol and gluten. She also shares her s...