The Brilliant Fertility Podcast

Could the daily habits you barely think about be lowering your fertility without you even knowing it? If you're trying to grow your family, your role matters just as much as your partner's. In this episode, you'll learn the evidence-based lifestyle changes men can make today to improve fertility, protect sperm health, and support a healthier pregnancy—without guilt or blame. By list...

Are common fertility myths keeping you from getting the answers and support you actually need? When you're trying to conceive, it's easy to get overwhelmed by conflicting advice on social media, outdated recommendations, and misinformation that creates unnecessary fear. In this episode, we separate fact from fiction, uncover what current evidence actually tells us about fertility, and ex...

In this episode, I’m so excited to welcome Beth Clayton , a somatic practitioner and guide in feminine archetypal work. Beth supports women in breaking free from “good girl” conditioning and reclaiming their most authentic, embodied selves. We explore how healing is not just mental or emotional, but deeply somatic and embodied. Beth shares how many women reach a point where the life they’ve built...

In this episode, I’m so excited to welcome Dr. Abbey Leigh, an Ayurvedic doctor and Vedic astrologer specializing in fertility and reproductive health. Abby is known for helping individuals and couples take a holistic approach to conception by integrating the wisdom of Ayurveda with the timing and insight of Vedic astrology. We explore how fertility is not just a physical process, but an emotional...

This week on The Brilliant Fertility Podcast, we’re exploring how to reduce the environmental toxin exposures that impact fertility and hormone health.  From plastics and household materials to clothing and water sources, many everyday exposures contain chemicals that act as endocrine disruptors, affecting hormone health, egg quality, sperm health, and overall reproductive outcomes. In this episod...

In this episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast, we’re diving into a topic that often goes unspoken but can have a profound impact on your health, fertility, and overall well-being: fragrances .  I share my personal journey with chemical sensitivity, migraines triggered by perfumes and scented products, and the lessons I’ve learned from doing my best to create a fragrance-free environment in bo...

In this episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast, I’m sharing the story behind our new clinic building and the four-and-a-half-year journey it took to bring that vision to life. What began as a dream turned into a journey full of delays, challenges, difficult conversations, and moments where I truly wondered if it would ever come together. Along the way, a friend reminded me how many parallels t...

In this episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast, we’re diving into fertility over 40. I share why age is just one piece of the puzzle and how physical, emotional, and spiritual factors all play a role in supporting your journey. We explore the nuances of hormonal health, sleep, nutrition, and targeted supplementation, while also highlighting the importance of processing emotions and creating a...

In this episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast, we’re exploring presence, timelines, and the emotional landscape of your fertility journey. We dive into how to release pressure around “doing it perfectly” and embrace being fully present in your body, your choices, and your life while navigating TTC. We also unpack the emotions that often come up during this process such as fear, grief, frustra...

In this episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast , we’re finally diving into a topic that has long been overlooked: period pain. Despite affecting about 84% of people with a uterus, menstrual discomfort is often normalized — even though it’s a vital sign of what’s happening inside your body. I’m getting TMI sharing my own experience of having a completely painless period for the first time in me...

In this episode, I share an unplanned but necessary conversation about listening to your body, protecting your nervous system, and staying grounded in a crazy world. As the news cycle becomes increasingly overwhelming, many of us are feeling the effects in our bodies — from heightened anxiety and shutdown to disrupted sleep, hormones, and cycles. This episode explores how collective stress and con...

In this episode, I’m so excited to welcome Madison Waggoner, a compassionate Ayurvedic Doctor and natural fertility specialist who supports women and couples in preparing their mind and body for pregnancy. Madison blends ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern functional hormone science to help create a fertile, nourishing foundation for conscious conception. We explore what conscious conception real...

In today’s episode of The Brilliant Fertility Podcast , I’m sharing reflections from a recent women’s retreat that shifted me on a cellular level. This conversation weaves together conscious conception, conscious parenting, trauma healing, fertility, and the power of women gathering in intentional community. I explore how healing begins long before pregnancy—and how the work we do now shapes the w...

Being labeled as “Perimenopause” can feel so overwhelming, especially if you’re also trying to conceive! In this episode, I unpack the truth about perimenopause and fertility, clear up common myths, and remind you that perimenopause does not mean the end of your fertility journey.  We talk about what perimenopause really is, why it can start earlier than many people expect, and how pregnancy can s...

Protein is one of the most talked-about nutrients in the fertility space — and also one of the most misunderstood. In today’s episode of the Brilliant Fertility Podcast, I’ll be talking about how much protein you actually need to support hormone balance, blood sugar regulation, and fertility optimization. We’ll talk about protein quality, real food versus supplements, and how slowing down around m...

Welcome back to the Brilliant Fertility Podcast ! As we step into 2026, there’s something refreshing about a new year—it’s a chance to hit the reset button, let go of what didn’t serve us, and approach our fertility journey with fresh hope and clarity. In this episode, I’m diving into the three things you should NOT do if you’re trying to conceive this year. I know the start of a new year can feel...

As this year comes to a close, many people on a fertility journey reach a painful realization: a positive pregnancy test before the end of the year just isn’t possible. That moment can bring grief, frustration, and a sense of hopelessness, or even the thought of “Why even keep trying?” If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to move forward, this episode is for you. 2025 has felt...

This episode is a sticky one and an important one. I’m exploring the rising rates of infertility we’re seeing globally, what might be contributing to this shift, and most importantly, the steps we can take to protect our fertility, our environment, and our sense of hope. There’s a mix of existential anxiety and empowerment woven into this conversation, because that’s exactly where so many of us li...

This time of year brings up so many feelings…some joyful, and some overwhelming. And for those who are TTC, the end-of-year fertility anxiety can really sneak in. In this episode, I talk about the pressure December can create, why time feels so emotional on a fertility journey, and how to reconnect with trust, intuition, and your own inner knowing when everything feels “behind schedule.” I’m shari...

In this episode, I’m so excited to welcome Megan Blacksmith, a brilliant speaker, NLP Trainer, and co-founder of Zesty and the Becoming Zesty Podcast . Megan is known for helping people create meaningful change from the inside out through her work with Functional NLP — a blend of neuroscience, holistic health, and compassionate coaching. We explore how our subconscious mind shapes everything we do...

The new office is officially open! It’s not totally finished yet, but it already feels so full of love and new energy. I’ve been waiting to share this episode with you because it’s all about one of my favorite healing practices ever: EFT Tapping, also called the Emotional Freedom Technique. If you’ve been feeling stuck in your fertility journey — like you’re doing everything right but still not se...

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Renae Fieck — a mom of three, feminine leadership coach, and cycle-syncing expert who helps high-achieving women grow their businesses with more ease, flow, and balance. Renae shares her personal journey of building a business that allowed her to live fully now , not someday in the future, after facing her husband’s serious health challenges and raising t...

Welcome back to The Brilliant Fertility Podcast! It’s been a minute, and wow—life has been a lot lately. Between finishing our new building, trips, and my kids’ soccer schedule, my nervous system has been flooded. And that’s exactly what inspired this episode: exploring how the nervous system directly affects ovarian health and fertility. In this episode, I dive into a brand-new study from UCSF pu...

I’m so excited to share this beautiful conversation with Rebekah Kiger—a Trauma-Informed Master Mindset & Money Coach who helps women heal their relationship with money so they can create wealth with ease instead of burnout. Rebekah’s story is incredibly inspiring: from growing up below the poverty line and becoming a young mom at just 18, to transforming her life, building multiple six-figure...

In this episode, I’m diving into a controversy  that’s been showing up everywhere lately- Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM) vs. IVF.  If you’ve been scrolling through your social media feed and noticed some heated debates on these two approaches, you’re not alone. It can feel confusing and overwhelming to sort through the noise, especially when what you want most is a clear path forward in y...