
The Hormone Genius Podcast
Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones!
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
Latest episodes

Aug 24, 2021 • 35min
S2 Ep. 2: Hormone University Founder Ana Herrera
Ana Herrera has a story that will help educate and inspire women across the globe. Ana suffered with excruciating pain for years in her 20's with no answers, no relief, and no diagnosis. Unfortunately, by the time her true diagnosis was revealed (a condition called endometriosis), she was at an advanced stage of disease. She ended up having five surgeries including a full hysterectomy to relieve her pain. After years of emotional and physical turmoil, Ana turned a negative into a positive by founding Hormone University. The goal of this encouraging education platform according to Ana: "My company Hormone University aims to educate women about hormonal imbalances so that they can understand more about their own bodies and how they function." We all know how important it is to be an advocate for our own health, and it takes access to quality information to be able to speak on our own behalf. Endometriosis affects about ten percent of women and can take on average 4 to 10 years to accurately diagnose. By empowering women with education, Hormone University is an essential tool for giving women access to quality care they deserve.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Aug 24, 2021 • 23min
S2 Ep. 1: The Hormone Genius Season 2 Opener
Are you excited to continue learning about your Hormone Genius? Jamie and Teresa are! In this episode we reminisce on some highlights from season 1 and talk about what is coming up in season 2. Jamie shares about her newest life change: adding a new little girl to their family, and Teresa shares about her summer vacation as well. We want you to cozy in and get to know us even better as we dive into great and informative hormone topics during this next season. From endometriosis and infertility, to intimacy and men, to charting in the postpartum period, we have lots of things to podcast about this year so tune in and share with your friends!
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Jun 28, 2021 • 32min
Ep. 33: A Hormone Genius Story with Taylor Allmand
Taylor Allmand has a story that will resonate with many of our listeners. Why? Because it is a common story of having women's health struggles as a young woman, and laboring to find answers, hope, and healing. Taylor will share her story from painful periods and ovulation, cycle irregularities, and PMS all the way to finding real answers with NaproTechnology. She is such an incredible witness and her powerful story and words will inspire and empower our listeners!
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Jun 16, 2021 • 39min
Ep. 32: Solving Your Fertility with Dr. Monique Ruberu
Jamie and Teresa interview powerhouse physician Dr. Monique Ruberu. Dr. Monique is passionate about all things related to marriage, women's health and NaproTechnology (especially as it relates to infertility). She shares her story with us that will inspire you to want to check out her newest educational series and online fertility course called “Fertility Solved”. It is designed to help you understand your cycle and radically improve your fertility - naturally! Checkout naturalwomenshealth.com for more info! Dr. Monique will inspire you with the belief that infertility can be solved, and that finding the root cause is the place to start.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Jun 7, 2021 • 32min
Ep. 31: The Conversion of a Physician: Interview with Dr. Sheryl Hansel MD
Join Jamie and Teresa as we interview Dr. Sheryl Hansel.
Sheryl was born and raised in a small town and, after surviving childhood cancer, decided she wanted to become a doctor out of an altruism for humankind. She received her family practice degree in medicine in 2000 and since then, Sheryl has practiced everywhere from ERs, hospitals, nursing homes, and now, obstetrics. After several experiences with patients and people the Holy Spirit put in her way, she became drawn to taking care of women. Sheryl is a certified medical consultant in NaproTechonology, and currently practices at MercyOne in Waterloo, Iowa. In her free time she serves on the Board of Directors for Guiding Star Cedar Valley.️
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

May 19, 2021 • 34min
Ep. 30: Being the Boss Of Your Own Body with Lacey Dunn
Jamie and Teresa are thrilled to interview Lacey Dunn, MS, RD. Lacey is a functional medicine dietitian who helps women reclaim their health and become the boss of their own bodies. She specializes in hormonal disorders, thyroid struggles, and metabolic resistance. In her virtual practice, UpliftFit Nutrition, she uses a personalized, holistic approach to help her clients feel their best, transform their lives, and go from surviving to thriving. Make sure to check out Lacey at https://upliftfitnutrition.com and on instagram @faithandfit.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

May 10, 2021 • 36min
Ep. 29: A Podcast of Collaboration: Authentic Women's Health with Ellen Holloway
Welcome to the collaboration of two podcasts coming together. Jamie and Teresa are welcoming Ellen Holloway from the Charting with Intimacy Podcast to discuss what we are all passionate about, living out the feminine genius. In this episode we will dive into why using suppressive treatments i.e. the birth control pill, are used for every women's health issue. We desire to give hope to those who are looking for another alternative and point you towards a more cooperative and restorative approach to your female health. Thanks Ellen for reaching out and making this collaboration of two podcasts a reality.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Apr 26, 2021 • 33min
Ep. 28: Body Image and Being Your Authentic Self
The issue of body image is so important for a lot of women. Many of us, including co-hosts Jamie and Teresa, have struggled with body image and breaking through the lies that tell women they are not good enough, not beautiful enough, or that they should strive to be different. This episode dives into personal testimony around eating disorders, exercising, and body image. We will discuss the challenges and hardships young women battle with finding their authentic self and believing they are beautiful. You will not want to miss this important information since we all have someone we know and love that can relate to this information and could be helped as well!
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Apr 14, 2021 • 43min
Ep. 27: Your Hormone Genius in Pregnancy with Midwife Kristi Allison
We are so happy to be discussing the Genius of women in pregnancy with midwife Kristi Allison.
Kristi Allison is a Certified Nurse Midwife in Waterloo, Iowa. She has been practicing midwifery for 3 years. Kristi enjoys being with women through pregnancy and birth as well as caring for women from puberty through menopause and beyond. My goal is to listen to women, educate them, and provide resources and options so they are able to make healthcare decisions that support their goals and beliefs. She has 4 beautiful children of her own and she is sharing this empowering information about pregnancy with our listeners in this episode.
Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole.
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

Apr 7, 2021 • 40min
Ep. 26: The Amazing Main Event; Everything You Want To Know About Ovulation
Jamie and Teresa are pumped to share with you an in-depth look into your main event, which by the way, is NOT your period. Your main event happens in the middle of your menstrual cycle and is the key to where all of our lives began on this earth. The woman's body is truly amazing and each month it goes through dynamic changes to prepare for the procreation of another human being. We would like to take a pause and give time to explaining the details around ovulation and conception. Jamie and Teresa desire to continue to empower you with information that will truly allow you to be the genius of your own body and hormones and understanding ovulation is key to this journey!
Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.