Fertility Friday
Fertility Friday Radio is your source for information about the Fertility Awareness Method and all things fertility related. Fertility Friday Radio debunks common myths about the fertility awareness method, birth control, and conception. Learn how to increase your chances of getting pregnant if you’re trying to conceive, and learn how the Fertility Awareness Method is more effective than the pill for birth control when used correctly. Your host Lisa, founder of www.fertilityfriday.com, is passionate about women’s health, specifically in the areas of fertility, hormone-free birth control, conception, and pregnancy. Lisa delivers in-depth weekly interviews with a wide...
Is Science Leaving Women Behind?
Is Science Leaving Women Behind? | Exploring Sex Bias in Research What happens when science is designed for men? Lisa explores the entrenched sex bias in biomedical research and its impact on women’s health in this solo FAMM Research Series episode. Timestamps 00:00 – Why this episode is a continuation of the discussion with Dr.… Read More »
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AMH, Egg Quality, and Infertility
AMH and Egg Quality: What the Research Really Says Discover what AMH really tells us about fertility, ovarian reserve, and egg quality. Lisa breaks down the latest research and debunks persistent AMH myths in this clinical deep dive for practitioners. Timestamps 00:00 – Why AMH is widely misunderstood in both clinical and patient settings 05:10… Read More »
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Is Vitamin A The “On/Off” Switch For Sperm Production?
Is Vitamin A the “On/Off” Switch for Sperm Production? In this FAMM Research Series episode, Lisa explores groundbreaking research on the role of retinoic acid—the active form of vitamin A—in spermatogenesis, testosterone production, and overall male fertility. Discover why vitamin A may act as the biological “on/off” switch for sperm production, and how nutrient-dense foods… Read More »
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The Period Brain
The Period Brain with Dr. Sarah Hill In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Sarah Hill explores the misunderstood “dark half” of the menstrual cycle, revealing how progesterone shapes mood, metabolism, immunity, and women’s overall health. Dr. Hill is an award-winning researcher, professor, and author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control, which changed the national… Read More »
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Birth Control “Misinformation” On TikTok
Birth Control Misinformation on TikTok: What Health Professionals Need to Know What happens when hormonal birth control criticism on TikTok is labeled “misinformation”? Lisa explores the rise of social media health narratives and the implications for fertility awareness educators. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to the FAM Research Series 04:12 – TikTok’s algorithm, engagement bubbles &… Read More »
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IUD Insertion Pain Is Finally Being Recognized By ACOG
IUD Insertion Pain Is Finally Being Recognized By ACOG ACOG’s new 2025 statement finally validates IUD insertion pain. Learn what this means for pain management in cervical procedures, and how to support your clients through informed advocacy. Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing today’s topic: pain during IUD insertion 04:15 – ACOG’s 2025 consensus statement on in-office… Read More »
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Does Oral Health Impact Fertility?
Does Oral Health Impact Fertility? | Dr. Katie Lee Discover how oral health impacts fertility in this groundbreaking conversation with functional dentist Dr. Katie Lee. Learn the surprising link between the oral microbiome, systemic inflammation, and reproductive health. For the first time on the podcast, Lisa explores the connection between oral health and fertility with… Read More »
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PMDD vs PMS — How Bad Is It?
PMDD vs PMS: What Practitioners Need to Know About Hormonal vs Psychiatric Diagnoses In this solo episode, Lisa explores the clinical differences between PMS and PMDD and breaks down a recent study that tested mood, cognition, and food intake across the menstrual cycle. She highlights major limitations in the study’s hormonal testing methods and challenges… Read More »
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The Menstrual Cycle: An Overlooked Vital Sign in Psychiatry?
The Menstrual Cycle as a Vital Sign in Psychiatry with Dr. Katie Marwick Psychiatrist Dr. Katie Marwick joins Lisa to discuss the overlooked role of the menstrual cycle in psychiatry. Together, they explore why cyclical hormone changes can exacerbate symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric conditions — and how acknowledging the menstrual… Read More »
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Are Your Natural Beauty Products “Greenwashed”? | The Hidden Toxins In Your Skincare
Are Your Natural Beauty Products “Greenwashed”? | The Hidden Toxins In Your Skincare with Courtney Joy Goetz In this episode of the Fertility Friday Podcast, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is joined by Courtney Joy Goetz to uncover the truth about greenwashing in the natural skincare industry. From misleading marketing claims to hidden endocrine-disrupting chemicals, they break down… Read More »
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Toxin Exposure and Fertility
Toxin Exposure and Fertility with Lara Adler Toxin exposure and fertility are front and center in this practitioner‑level conversation with environmental health educator Lara Adler. We unpack where exposures actually come from, what’s realistically within personal control, and how to prioritize high‑impact reductions without fear or perfectionism. From endocrine‑disrupting chemicals (phthalates, bisphenols, PFAS) to everyday… Read More »
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