Health and Hormones

What does pregnancy look like in my 40s with baby number seven? In this episode, I'm sharing a few of the biggest things I'm prioritizing—and one thing I'm intentionally letting go of. We cover: Why I'm making sleep a priority. How I'm approaching exercise during pregnancy. Why I'm choosing not to worry about every little thing. Simple encouragement for enjoying pregnancy with confidence and peace...

In this episode, I share: • Why cycle tracking is one of the most powerful tools for understanding your hormones • How to recognize your body’s natural patterns instead of feeling surprised by them each month • What your moods, energy, and symptoms may be telling you • How cycle awareness can help you care for your health naturally • Why learning this now can help you confidently guide your daught...

What if your symptoms aren’t the problem, but the message? In this episode, I explain why hormonal birth control often masks underlying imbalances and why true healing begins with understanding what your body is trying to tell you. ✨ You don’t have to settle for simply managing symptoms. If you’re ready to uncover the root cause and create a plan that’s tailored to your body, I’d love to help. Bo...

In this episode , I share why I don’t believe the pill should be the first solution for teens struggling with period symptoms. While it can mask issues like painful periods, irregular cycles, acne, or heavy bleeding, it often doesn’t address the root cause. During the teen years, when cycles are still developing, it’s especially important to understand what the body is trying to communicate rather...

In this episode, I unpack the many ways gut imbalances can show up beyond bloating, constipation, or reflux. From hormone issues and skin concerns to fatigue, cravings or food sensitivities, and more, your gut influences far more than digestion. When we learn to recognize these signals, we can stop chasing symptoms and start addressing the root cause. ✨ Ready to understand what your body is tryin...

As moms, we set the tone for our homes more than we realize. In this episode, we’re talking about how our attitudes, moods, and even the way we talk about our bodies shape the people around us, especially our daughters. When we constantly criticize ourselves or reject compliments, we’re teaching our girls how to view themselves. Join me for a conversation about modeling confidence, receiving God’s...

In this episode I share things I wish someone had told me before my daughter had her first period. From fostering open conversations to helping girls understand the beauty and purpose of their changing bodies, this discussion offers practical encouragement for moms who want to raise confident, informed daughters grounded in God’s design for womanhood. Want one on one support? Schedule a free disco...

In this episode: Why "common" symptoms like painful periods, mood crashes, and headaches aren't actually "normal"—and what they're telling us The difference between NFP and body literacy, and why cycle awareness is a gift we owe our daughters How cycle syncing can shape the way we eat and exercise across the month The surprising parallels between puberty and perimenopause Building a healthy relati...

When a mom takes her daughter to the doctor for painful periods, heavy PMS, or cyclical acne and walks out with a birth control prescription, something has gone wrong. In this solo episode, Rita makes her case plainly: hormonal birth control doesn't solve a hormonal problem — it silences the very symptoms that are asking for help. Rita walks through why teenagers in particular tend to have loud, i...

What if teaching our daughters about their cycles wasn't a slippery slope, but actually one of the most protective gifts we can give them? In this episode, Rita sits down with her dear friend Katie Vidmar — body literacy and fertility awareness educator, founder of the Body Literacy Project. Together they tackle one of the harder questions Catholic and Christian moms quietly wrestle with: Will tea...

The Gut–Hormone Connection: Why Treating Them Separately Isn't Working Your gut and your hormones aren't two separate stories — they're chapters of the same one. In this episode, Rita unpacks the strong interplay between digestion and hormonal health, why conventional medicine tends to miss it, and the practical swaps you can start making today. Want to Go Deeper? Work with Rita one-on-one → healt...

Stuck in your weight loss journey and what you can do about it? This interview covers so much more than just why #weightloss isn't happening but a revolutionary approach to healing your relationship with food so you can experience true and deep healing in your journey. For more on Denise and Weight Loss with the Holy Spirit go here. https://weightlosswiththeholyspirit.com/ To sign up for our upcom...

Are you unable to put a 100% into everything that your doing? Whether its stress, lack of energy, or a rash, there may be a simple solution for your problems right in front of you. To sign up for the waitlist for the upcoming weight loss workshop go here: https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/qpredEGDj6 For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/ To schedule a fre...

It's really common to attribute weight loss that won't.budge. to hormones being imbalanced. But what if I told you that giving hormones all the blame isn't going deep enough. There is so much more we need to consider if you're stuck and struggling to lose weight. Things like are you eating enough? Exercising too much? Not supporting your body's ability to breakdown and absorb foods. There is so mu...

Listen to this on repeat if you're experiencing lots of stress! What is cortisol? How does it impact our hormones? And how in the world do I support dysregulated cortisol? I cover all this and more in todays episode. For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

Ever been told your labs look "fine" but you still don't feel right? In this episode, Rita Johnson, NTP and owner of Health and Hormones, breaks down why your symptoms are actually a roadmap — not a problem to silence. Using her fire alarm analogy, Rita explains why eliminating symptoms without addressing root causes can lead to bigger health issues down the road. In this episode you'll learn: Why...

Struggling knowing that you know what to do for your health--but why can't I do it? Listen to today's episode. We will unpack what to do if you know exactly what to do but are crippled by overwhelm. For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/ To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appoin...

Are you tired of taking tons of supplements? You might not need to. This video will get you on track to finding the crucial supplements that you really need. And how to know if you need a different kind of support first. For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/ To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c838...

What is cycle tracking and how does it help us know more about who we are and how we were made? What are ways our body tells us about our health and how we can support it? Meet Christina Valenzuela from Pearl and Thistle. https://pearlandthistle.com/ Next steps to heal your gut? Grab my free ebook. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/lLmy1vIdou For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://he...

Are you experiencing hair loss? You'll never guess what could be at the bottom of it. In today's episode Rita unpacks how to stop hair growth AND get it to come back fuller than ever! Next steps to heal your gut? Grab my free ebook. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/lLmy1vIdou For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

Many of us today have full plates, and busy lives. Here is a peek at my life and how I balance, family, school, and business with a healthy diet. Want to schedule a free discovery call with Rita? Do that here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds[]=27841554

Food freedom, intuitive eating are terms thrown around a lot when we talk about fostering a healthy relationship with food. But here is my hot take and initial recommendations I make for women that want more for their relationship with food for themselves, and for their family. Want to chat with Rita about what is going on in your health journey? Schedule a free discovery call here. https://app.ac...

Wondering what it looks like to work with me in my one on one package? I run you through that in this short video that explains who I help and what you need to do to get moving forward in your health journey! Move forward on working with me here: https://divinemercy.practicebetter.io/#/61a25eb03980330e548dff9a/bookings?p=6778234d1c6457ee4c92ce96&step=package Ready to schedule a discovery call...

If you've ever wondering how is women's health SO difficult to navigate!! Why are so many women told to just take hormonal birth control and that that will 'fix' their problems, then you MUST listen to this episode. Dr Naomi is a NaPro trained OBGYN who specializes in women's reproductive surgeries. She is a wealth of knowledge and so passionate at dispelling myths. You will walk away from this ep...

Podcast episode all about why I prioritize lifting weights and you should too!! Wondering how you can exercise to support what it is your body needs the most right now? Schedule a free discovery call with Rita? Do that here https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554