Hope, Health & Haha’s

🎙️ Beyond the Buzz: The Truth About GLP-1s, Peptides & Personalized Wellness Episode 1: What Are Peptides, Really? Peptides seem to be everywhere. They’re in skincare, supplements, longevity podcasts, and all over social media. You’ve probably heard people talking about GLP-1 medications, collagen peptides, or injectable peptides—but what are peptides, really? In this first episode of our bran...

Episode 17: 1 in 6 – Why We Need to Talk About Infertility   June is World Infertility Awareness Month, and in this heartfelt episode of Hope, Health & HAHAs, Winny shares her personal fertility journey and why infertility deserves more awareness, support, and conversation.   According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 6 adults worldwide experience infertility, yet millions continue to su...

When you're trying to conceive, it can feel like everyone has a supplement recommendation  from social media influencers to fertility forums and friends. But here’s the truth: not all supplements are the same. In this episode, Winny dives into why supplement quality matters and what many people don’t realize: supplements are not regulated the same way medications are. She breaks down terms like th...

Most Asian women grow up in a world where topics like infertility and reproductive health are silence..until now. Winny Chan sits down with Diane, a brave mother who shares her raw and heartfelt journey through IVF, cultural barriers, and the emotional toll of infertility. Diane’s story reveals the profound strength it takes to challenge cultural norms, navigate embryo donation, and find faith in...

What happens when your faith is strong… but your anxiety is louder? In today’s episode of Hope, Health & Haha’s, I sit down with Britt Skinner is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and therapist specializing in anxiety, depression and codependence. In her work, she helps clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with a biblical lens so they ca...

Episode 13: USA Organic vs European Standards: Why Reading Ingredients and Source Matters More Than Certified Organic We’ve all done it, picked up a product at the store and thought, “It’s organic, so it must be good for me.” But what if that’s not the full story? In this episode, Winny dives into: The differences between U.S. organic and European food standards Why “organic” doesn’t always mean c...

What if small, everyday swaps could create a healthier home for you and your family without overwhelm? In this episode of Hope, Health & Haha’s, I sit down with Jessica, a registered nurse turned entrepreneur, who shares how her medical background opened her eyes to the hidden toxins in everyday household and personal care products and inspired her journey into healthier living. Jessica opens...

In this deeply personal Episode 11 of Hope, Health, and Haha’s, host Winny Chan shares what it truly means to restart fertility treatment—not from fear, but from faith. Winny opens up about how infertility didn’t just impact her body, but also her marriage, mindset, and identity. After years of living in fear, overanalyzing every step, and blaming herself for outcomes, she reflects on the year-and...

In this important episode of Hope, Health & HAHAs, host Winny sits down with Senator Kelda Roys , the lead author of the Wisconsin Building Families Act, to unpack what this legislation could mean for individuals and families navigating infertility in Wisconsin. Wisconsin currently has no law requiring insurance coverage for infertility treatment or fertility preservation, leaving thousands of...

Today’s guest is someone I am truly excited to share with you all- Dr. Michaela Robbins, DNP.  Michaela is a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Board- Certified Nurse Practitioner, and Functional Hormone Expert with over a decade of hands-on experience in hormone health, longevity medicine, and functional + lifestyle medicine. She’s widely recognized for her exceptional hormone and metabolic care, along...

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Hope, Health & Haha’s, host Winny Chan explores the hidden challenges Asian women and Asian couples face on their fertility journey—challenges that most clinics never discuss, and that very few studies have truly investigated.   Winny breaks down what current research reveals: ✔ Asian couples consistently have lower pregnancy and live-birth rates com...

In this episode, Winny opens up about the lessons she wishes she had known during her fertility journey—understanding hormones, genetics, inflammation, and the power of functional medicine. She shares how these discoveries completely changed her approach to healing and how she now integrates functional and integrative medicine with mind-body-spirit wellness to help others achieve peace, balance, a...

Tired of feeling caught off guard when someone asks, “Have you look at adopting?” or “Just relax, it will happen.” In this deeply heartfelt and empowering episode of Hope, Health & Haha, I sit down with Lana Manikowski — an author, certified life coach, keynote speaker, and infertility advocate dedicated to helping women thrive after infertility. Lana is the founder of The Other’s Day Brunch a...

Episode 5 – Medicinal Mushrooms, Immunity & Fertility: Nature’s Secret Allies Did you know chronic inflammation can be one of the biggest — yet most overlooked — roadblocks to conceiving? In this episode, host Winny Chan dives deep into the world of medicinal mushrooms and their surprising role in fertility and wellness. From Cordyceps and Reishi to Chaga and Lion’s Mane, we’ll explore how mus...

Winny explores how medicinal mushrooms like reishi and cordyceps support fertility and overall wellness. From immune balance to reducing inflammation, learn how they complement treatments — plus Winny’s personal IVF story with intralipid therapy. Always consult your doctor before adding new supplements.

From the “birds and bees” talks to Plan B runs in our 20s, getting pregnant isn’t always simple. Winny shares how food — from quail eggs to the Mediterranean diet — can boost fertility, reduce inflammation, and support treatments, plus how realistic 80/20 meal plans transformed her health.

Winny shares her journey from a scarcity mindset to abundance, how fear after infertility blocked her flow, and how rewiring the subconscious restores peace. Plus, hear a powerful client story of career growth, personal struggles, and finding empowerment through egg freezing.

Starting a family isn’t always simple. In this debut episode, Winny shares her journey through ovulation charts, the pressure of “baby-making windows,” her first IUI, the heartbreak of miscarriage, and the unspoken control mode no one warns you about. With humor (yes, hangry pizza breaks) and honesty, she opens up about coping, relationships, and rediscovering hope in healing.

Real talk on infertility, cancer, hormones, healing, and mindset—served with heart, humor, and zero fluff. Join Winny Chan, fertility warrior, engineer, entrepreneur, and board member of Ray of Light Fertility Foundation,for conversations that inspire, comfort, and connect.