Reproductive Rebel

Why is the word "emotion" or "emotional" so bad? Why does it get such a bad reputation? If we express our feelings about things we are labeled an "irrational emotional woman" like its a bad thing. Suppression of emotion leads to all kinds of disharmony in the system isn't good for anyone. Healthy expression of emotion is a cornerstone in your health and wellbeing...

Do you ever feel like you need to apologize for being tired? Apologize for needing to bow out of obligations because you feel lousy? Being a cyclical being means you have changing energy and output all through the month - and guess what? THAT IS NORMAL. In this week's episode we talk about the inner critic and how understanding what is happening in our body gives us the power to tell that lit...

Have you heard the term "cyclical being" recently? There is rising awareness (finally!) that women are cyclical beings - but what does that really mean? In this week's episode we look at what it means to be a cyclical being and how that affects our work, our health and our lifestyle. To understand more about what it means to be a cyclical being and how to support your body best, you...

We have explored the Yin or substance focused phase of the cycle and now we learn about its counterpart - the Yang phase. Yang phase or the luteal phase starts with ovulation and continues until menstruation returns again. In this week's episode we talk about what the luteal phase is, what it does, how you should feel during it and more. Excited for a closer look at the phases of the cycle to...

Ovulation may be the shortest phase of the month, but for most women, this is where they feel the best of the entire cycle. Why is this? Join us this week as we explore what ovulation is doing in the body and why we feel so good and on top of the world during it. Want to learn more about all of the phases of your cycle? Body Basics is your reference for the foundational information about what is g...

If I said the word follicular phase, would you know what I'm talking about? Did you know that it's the longest phase of your menstrual cycle? Do you know what it does in your body? Psst...it's all about substance! Join us this week as we take a deeper dive into the follicular phase, talking about what it does for you biologically as well as energetically, so that you can live your h...

Have you been told by a practitioner that if this is the way your period shows up every month, that this is normal for you? , have you been told after having a child that the heavier period that you're experiencing is normal after you give birth? None of these things are normal. There is a standard of what your period should look like. Join us this week. As we take a deeper dive into menstrua...

Do you remember how you learned about your period? Did you learn about it in school or like many of us did you have a box of tampons passed through the door and you were on your own? In our culture, we don't have nearly enough education around menstrual cycle basics, and it does a huge disservice for our health and our fertility management. It's almost like if they teach us, they might u...

When you start thinking about changes that you wanna make in the new year, what do they look like? I'm talking about things more than just going back to the gym. 2023 is inviting us to think about what is important to us and what boundaries we're going to put in place to keep ourselves healthy and well-balanced. Part of those boundaries for some of us are directly related to healthcare....

Welcome to Season 2 of the Reproductive Rebel Podcast! It's hard to believe that this passion project of mine is a year old already - but here we are! It's time to celebrate! Kicking off the new season we take it back to where it all began. A woman with a passion to save the world - one uterus at a time. Interesting in learning more about how to empower your healing journey? Check out al...

"Um, you want me to steam my, what?!"  I would be a wealthy woman if I had a nickel for every time I heard those words uttered in the course of my career, whether you call it yoni steaming, vaginal steaming, perineal steaming, or pelvic steaming, the act of sitting over a steaming herbal solution offers a powerhouse of gynecological support. Join me this week as we revisit what pelvic st...

When we look at the trees in the wintertime, they don't look like they're doing much. But their rest is very important. Without it, they will not have the energy resources for that bursting forth that happens when they bud and flower in the springtime. Our bodies aren't meant to live in this spring and summer energy either. Winter is a natural time to want to pull inward and rest. A...

As 2022 winds down, many of us are finding ourselves called to set resolutions for the new year. Now, when I say the phrase New Year's resolutions, the image that springs to mind for most people is dusting off that gym membership and getting back to a regular workout routine. In this week's episode, we look at how intention setting is so much more than just a new workout routine. Do you...

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Leah Shirton, who is a trauma informed yoga instructor. Informed consent is a critical part of feeling safe and making decisions that are aligned with your values.  Join us as we talk about what informed consent really is and how it supports your feelings of safety everywhere from the yoga studio to the hospital room. About Our G...

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to menstrual health. With everything going on in the world these days, it's easy to feel powerless. Are you afraid to come off of birth control because you don't want to get pregnant. Is the overturn of Roe vs. Wade changing how you're thinking about your dating life. In this episode, I talk about the power that comes with knowing your bo...

In recognition of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, I felt called to share my journey with loss and grief. This episode is not recorded behind a professional mic because I had too much emotion to sit still at my desk to record. The words flowed from my heart and the quality is as raw as the feelings shared. If you are too raw from your own loss to hear this right now, you might wish to ch...

Your pelvic floor is important in your everyday life. Whether we think about it or not, it plays a critical role in everything from exercise to child care and more.  Join me and Dr. Ryan Bailey for a conversation about the importance of the pelvic floor, its role in exercise and life and how we can care for it best. About Our Guest: Dr. Ryan Bailey loves working with women to demystify the taboo t...

This episode is a solocast with your hostess, Adrienne Irizarry, PHc. So what IS peristeam hydrotherapy? Whether you know it as yoni steaming, perineal steaming, vaginal steaming or pelvic steaming - it's all the same ancient practice that empowers everyone with tools to care for their bodies. The practice is professionally known as peristeam hydrotherapy and it is a field that is rapidly gro...

I am joined by Rock Hancock of MovNat Madison to talk about moving with your cycle. We talk about exercise and your cycle and how important it is to have different types of movement during the different phases of your menstrual cycle. He is the creator of Move With Your Cycle which is a program that caters to the needs of a woman's body in every phase of her month. We dive into exercise, cycl...

Food is medicine. It has the power to transform your health - inside and out. Join Dr. Antonika and I as we talk about the importance of food, its effects on the body and how you can use your diet to transform your wellbeing. About our guest: Dr. Antonika Chanel Lac DACM Professor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. She is a board certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and Cla...

Fertility Awareness puts the power of your fertility in your hands. Whether your goal is to get pregnant or prevent pregnancy, learning the road map your body lays out for you each month is important. Your fertile signs are part of how your monthly cycle serves as a vital sign for your health. In this episode we discuss fertility, the fertility awareness method and how you can take control of your...

Spring is an important season in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is the season of Liver. What does this mean? There is a "bursting forth" energy that takes place this time of year that can result in some annoying symptoms if we don't exercise self-care. Joined by Dr. Lyndsey Tucker, Dr. Acu, this episode unpacks why spring is significant in nature and in our body and how we can car...

What does healthy menstruation look like? Even if you have been cycling for years - the answer may shock you. The health of your monthly cycle is a big part of your mental, emotional and physical health all month long. In this episode we talk about what's happening and why its important. References mentioned in the episode: The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/jul/18/wo...

Welcome to Reproductive Rebel! In this episode we meet the voice behind the show - Adrienne Irizarry. Her painful journey made her the practitioner she is today, and she is here to share with you a well-kept secret - you have choices! Learn about her mission and vision to create a better healthcare experience for women.  Not Your Momma's Menstrual Course  Download the Moon Essence App:  Apple...