The Hormone Genius Podcast

Kari Beadner is a wholistic women’s health advocate. She is a leading expert in equipping parents to bring joy to the beautiful season of puberty/adolescence of their daughters. At the age of 31, Kari learned for the first time that her body was made GOOD and that there are effective natural methods of family planning that do not include the birth control pill. She became a practitioner of the Creighton Model FertilityCare system in 2012 and leads a team of 5 FertilityCare practitioners at Ashwood FertilityCare Center. Kari is now the national coordinator of the Guiding Star Cycle Show and the author of a new online mother/daughter course called “Charting Health for Young Women". Along the way, Kari’s FertilityCare clients encouraged her to become a certified birth doula, and she has now attended more than 35 births as a doula. Kari and her husband Aaron have 3 young children and call Orange City, IA home. Get Kari's FREE Download "7 Ways to Connect with your Daughter", a guide to intentionally connect with your daughter during your epic road trip through puberty and womanhood! (https://ashwood.kartra.com/page/TBm103) 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.

We cover another common Hormone Genius story today during our interview with Kelsey Umthun. Kelsey became interested in fertility health after seeking medical care for her own abnormal fertility cycles as a young woman. In this process, she learned first-hand about the gap in women's health care and she became passionate about this issue. Kelsey believes all women should be empowered with the knowledge of their beautiful femininity. Kelsey loves avocados and loves to travel. She works at The Job Foundation, a local nonprofit in Cedar Valley serving low-income youth. 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.

Endometriosis affects 176 million women worldwide. March is endometriosis awareness month and we would like to dive into this condition and give you an overview of this frustrating and oftentimes painful condition. Endometriosis can lead to physical pain, mental and emotional volatility, infertility, and even miscarriage. It takes an average 7 to 10 years to get an accurate diagnosis of this disease. Women deserve answers and the chance to have this disease treated in a restorative and curative way to improve quality of life and fertility. Listen and share with a woman in your life that needs this information. 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.

We are honored to have on The Hormone Genius Podcast an inspiring woman, Dr. Marguerite Duane. Dr. Duane is a board-certified family physician and Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University, and she is the co-founder and executive director of FACTS – the Fertility Appreciation Collaborative to Teach the Science - an organization dedicated to educating healthcare professionals about the science supporting fertility awareness based methods. This work is so important to introducing and teaching the sound science regarding natural fertility methods. Dr. Duane is trained as a Creighton and FEMM medical consultant and a TeenSTAR educator. Dr. Duane balances her career as a teacher and family physician with her role as a mother and wife. She is proud to be accompanied on this life journey by her husband and fellow family physician, Dr. Kenneth Lin, and they are delighted to be the parents of 4 young children. 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.

Many of us went through a sex education class in school, most likely in biology class. But oftentimes, sex ed is reduced to nothing more than a class on risk mitigation. Instead of giving women the full explanation of how our bodies work, all we are told is what sex is, and how to avoid pregnancy and STDs. When it comes to human sexuality, there is so much more, especially when we focus on the amazing and complex nature of women's fertility. The hormonal symphony of our body is not only designed to have procreative power but is also a vital sign of health. We deserve more education than what is offered in traditional sex ed, and it's not too late! In this episode, Jamie and Teresa discuss this important topic and how you can be empowered to learn more about your body! 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.

Ep. 20: Postpartum Depression, Jamie's Story, and A Deep Dive Into PPD by Teresa Kenney and Jamie Rathjen

We are blessed to interview a fellow Podcast host, Rachel Wong. Rachel is a writer and speaker living in Vancouver, Canada, and she is the host of the Feminine Genius Podcast. Rachel will share her story and how she came to realize her vocation to speak and write about the amazing gifts of women. She also opens up with us about her struggles with depression and anxiety and how faith inspired her to find her identity and the unique gifts of her feminine genius. Check out her amazing Podcast; https://femininegeniuspodcast.com (@femgeniuspod on Instagram) and at https://www.rchlcwng.com/. 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.

Teresa Kenney NP discusses thyroid health, testing, and nutrients essential for normal thyroid function. The podcast covers the impact of thyroid health on fertility and the importance of advocating for personalized care. Learn about iodine balance, testing, and optimizing thyroid health for overall well-being.

Jamie and Teresa are excited to share with you the story of a woman who has empowered women around the world to understand the gift of their feminine design. Kristen Van Wey's humanitarian efforts have brought hope and empowerment to communities in crisis. She has started a unique and incredible organization called Let's Empower which is dedicated to helping communities end poverty through education, health and well-being, self-sustaining employment, and informed decisions around planning families. 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.

Jamie and Teresa discuss five reasons to ditch hormonal birth control. With many side effects both serious and unpleasant that synthetic hormones in birth control cause, and the fact that we have highly effective natural fertility methods, it may be time for you to think twice before ingesting those artificial hormones. We will take a deep dive into how hormonal birth control works, the risks, and show you how while women survive the pill, they do not thrive on it! We will share with you the good news about alternatives for those who are on the pill for medical reasons as well. As promised in this episode, here are two links that provide a one-stop shop for all the information you need to get started learning about Fertility Awareness Based Methods/NFP. https://www.managingyourfertility.com/methods/ https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/what-is-charting/ 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.