Women's Health & Fertility Podcast with Dr. Tina Yang

In this special episode, Dr. Tina Yang reflects on an incredible Season 2 of the Women's Health & Fertility Podcast while celebrating the official launch of her new book, The Fertility Healing Journey. Drawing from more than 20 years of clinical experience as a Chinese medicine doctor and fertility acupuncturist, Dr. Yang shares the inspiration behind the book, the deeply personal journey of b...

In this week's episode of the Women's Health & Fertility Podcast, Dr. Yang interviews fertility pioneer Dr. Robert Anderson, who has spent more than 40 years helping families grow and has witnessed the incredible evolution of IVF and reproductive medicine firsthand. We discuss: ✨ How IVF has transformed over the last four decades ✨ The breakthrough technologies that dramatically impr...

Welcome to a very special milestone episode of The Women's Health & Fertility Podcast! In a beautiful twist, our host Dr. Tina Yang steps out of the interviewer's seat and into the spotlight as our guest to celebrate the upcoming launch of her highly anticipated book, The Fertility Healing Journey: An integrative guide to conception, IVF support, and healthy pregnancy through Tradition...

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with fertility consultant, podcast host, and author Tasha Blasi to discuss the realities of modern IVF, why so many women feel unheard in fertility care, and how personalized protocols can dramatically improve outcomes. After enduring 10 rounds of IVF herself, Tasha transformed her experience into a mission to help women redu...

How do we bridge the gap between 2,000-year-old wisdom and modern clinical safety? In this episode, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with Benjamin Zappin—an acclaimed herbalist, licensed acupuncturist and co-founder of Five Flavor Herbs . Benjamin shares his journey from the "infancy" of the American herbal industry in Santa Cruz to running a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oakland. To...

In this episode of the Women’s Health and Fertility Podcast, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with Megan Marie Stewart, founder and executive director of the PCOS Awareness Association, to discuss the realities of living with PCOS and the urgent need for better awareness, diagnosis, and support. Megan shares her personal journey—from years of delayed diagnosis to building one of the largest nonprofits dedi...

This episode goes beyond surface-level hormone talk and dives into the bigger picture: how your brain, hormones, metabolism, and nervous system are all interconnected. This interview between Dr. Yang and Dr. Davis emphasizes that hormones are just one piece of the puzzle. True healing often requires a multidisciplinary approach—addressing lifestyle, stress, inflammation, and emotional wellbeing al...

In this podcast, we explore how Arvigo® Maya Abdominal Therapy supports women through fertility, hormonal balance, postpartum recovery, and beyond. Our guest, Caitlyn Nguyen, is a second-generation certified massage therapist and holistic health practitioner. She is a Tul'Ix Practitioner providing Arvigo® Mayan Abdominal Massage, which is an indigenous bodywork practice that supports reproduct...

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sadikah Behbehani, a dual fellowship–trained OB-GYN specializing in reproductive endocrinology and minimally invasive excision surgery. We discuss what endometriosis really is, why it’s frequently missed, and how it impacts fertility and IVF outcomes. What You’ll Learn • Why normal ultrasounds don’t rule out endometriosis • How inflammation from endometriosis a...

In this episode of the Women’s Health & Fertility Podcast, we explore the evolving world of integrative reproductive medicine—where East Asian medicine and modern science work together to support fertility, IVF, and overall reproductive wellness. Our guest is Dr. Lee Hullender Rubin, an internationally recognized, award-winning Doctor of Acupuncture and leader in integrative fertility care. Sh...

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Yang is joined by Courtney Bird, Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist at Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center, to explore the wisdom and healing power of Classical Five Element Acupuncture (5E) — a unique lineage of Chinese Medicine that focuses on restoring balance and harmony to the mind, body, and spirit. Courtney shares her personal journey into holistic heali...

In this episode of the Women’s Health & Fertility Podcast, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with yoga therapist and sound healing practitioner Alexa Rogers to explore the transformative power of movement, meditation, and sound. Alexa shares her personal journey into yoga and sound healing following a car accident, how these practices support nervous system regulation, and why slowing down is essential...

Welcome to The Functional Medicine Workshop for Women’s Health! In this special panel episode, we go beyond surface-level care to explore the root causes that influence women’s health — from hormones and energy to sleep, mood, and fertility. Join Dr. Tina Yang, Dr. Naomi Machimura, and Leilani Wong Navar as they bridge Eastern and Western medicine, sharing wisdom from functional medicine, acupunct...

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with Dr. Fangyin Meng, a reproductive endocrinologist whose work bridges compassionate clinical care and cutting-edge fertility research. Together, they explore the science behind embryo genetics, egg quality, and personalized IVF protocols, while also addressing the emotional realities patients face on the journey to parenthood. Dr. Meng shares r...

In this deeply insightful and heart-centered episode, Dr. Tina welcomes Elizabeth Goodman, a trauma-informed massage therapist and holistic healer, for a fascinating workshop on how myofascial release and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) massage work together to support nervous system regulation and emotional healing. Elizabeth shares her personal healing story — from navigating autoimmune condi...

In this motivational and educational episode, Dr. Yang interviews Dr. Farhan Tahir, founder of Youthful Vitality and Longevity Medicine. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Tahir is a quadruple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, Integrative Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. Known for his deeply personalized, science-based approach, Dr. Tahir helps patients rever...

In this powerful and deeply enlightening episode, Dr. Yang sits down with Dr. Kelly McCann, a compassionate and pioneering physician who seamlessly blends integrative medicine, functional medicine, and spiritual psychology to guide patients toward true healing. Dr. McCann shares her fascinating journey from being a music major and aspiring opera singer to becoming one of only 35 physicians worldwi...

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Yang welcomes Kelly Rodas, a pediatric occupational therapist, founder of Feeling Yum, and mom to two amazing daughters. Kelly shares her deeply personal journey — from facing infertility and a failed IVF transfer to embracing holistic healing and ultimately conceiving naturally after nearly two decades without a menstrual cycle. Now, through Feeling Yum, Kelly suppo...

In this heartwarming episode, Dr. Yang sits down with Esther Park, the founder and CEO of Ahma & Co, a groundbreaking postpartum retreat center at the Waldorf Astoria in Monarch Beach. Together, they explore the growing need for postpartum support in the U.S. and how Ahma & Co is transforming recovery for new parents. Esther shares her journey from corporate life at L’Oréal to creating a s...

This week on the Women’s Health & Fertility Podcast, I’m honored to welcome Dr. Li-Mei Lin, a Columbia and Johns Hopkins-trained vascular neurosurgeon whose journey took her far beyond the operating room. In this episode, Dr. Lin opens her heart about her medical journey, her cultural upbringing, the sacrifices of her immigrant family, and the spiritual awakening that led her from a life of co...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Sachdev, a double board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) specialist and OB/GYN with advanced training from prestigious institutions including NYU and the University of Chicago. Known for her compassionate approach and ability to make complex science easy to understand, Dr. Sachdev has been supporting patients on their journey t...

In this heart-centered episode, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with her dear friend and colleague, Leilani Wong Navar, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, dream worker, and functional medicine practitioner. Leilani shares her incredible journey—from discovering Chinese medicine as a child in Beijing to weaving together acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, dreamwork, and functional medicine in her pr...

In this empowering episode, Dr. Yang sits down with Cynthia Donovan, Registered Dietitian and founder of Recipe For a Period®, to explore the root causes of missing periods, how nutrition plays a crucial role in hormonal recovery, and why food freedom is essential for restoring your menstrual cycle and fertility. Cynthia shares her personal journey, debunks common myths around eating and exercise,...

In this episode, Dr. Yang sits down with Ashley Rocha, the founder of Ladywell, a hormone-focused supplement company created for women. Driven by a deeply personal journey through hormonal imbalance, PMDD, and fertility struggles, Ashley shares what inspired her to create a line of targeted, evidence-informed supplements that support women’s hormonal health at every stage of life. We dive into the...

In this inspiring interview, Dr. Yang is joined by Dr. Miranda Naylor, a board-certified Functional Medicine Doctor specializing in women’s reproductive health, hormones, and fertility. Dr. Naylor shares her personal health journey and how it led her to shift from the conventional medical model to a more holistic, functional approach. Together, we explore how functional medicine can support women...