<![CDATA[Health and Hormones ]]> https://healthandhormones.org/ Welcome to Health and Hormones! A conversation about holistic health care centered on women's health (and hormones). Join us as we unpack the many facets that impact our health, hormones, and how we can support our optimal health. My goal is for you to walk away inspired, empowered, and refocused on how you can support your own health!

Medical disclaimer: The information presented in Health & Hormones 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.

]]> RSS.com 2026.320.183334 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:25:27 GMT en 2ab9a250-eafa-52d0-a30e-a2d98d327617 https://media.rss.com/healthandhormones/20231122_071150_c86af95894ef2136c30e1b48f0797f07.jpg Health and Hormones https://healthandhormones.org/ yes Rita Johnson 2023 Rita Johnson, NTP, CFCP Rita Johnson, NTP, CFCP false episodic podcast <![CDATA[Why can't you do what you KNOW you should do?]]> Stuck in your weight loss journey and what you can do about it?

This interview covers so much more than just why #weightloss isn't happening but a revolutionary approach to healing your relationship with food so you can experience true and deep healing in your journey.

For more on Denise and Weight Loss with the Holy Spirit go here. https://weightlosswiththeholyspirit.com/

To sign up for our upcoming weight loss workshop go here: https://healthandhormones.org/weight-loss/

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2667711 d4131cdb-140e-4a10-9fa8-0b5bf4ffe64a 1738 full 1 1 59 59 false Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:25:25 GMT <![CDATA[What no one told you about weight loss?]]> It's really common to attribute weight loss that won't.budge. to hormones being imbalanced. But what if I told you that giving hormones all the blame isn't going deep enough. There is so much more we need to consider if you're stuck and struggling to lose weight. Things like are you eating enough? Exercising too much? Not supporting your body's ability to breakdown and absorb foods. There is so much we need to do and almost none of it is about calories in calories out. To sign up for the waitlist for the upcoming weight loss workshop go here. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/qpredEGDj6

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2643645 77c1168b-967e-4215-badd-a9fd0daa1804 544 full 1 1 58 58 false Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:34:19 GMT <![CDATA[How to support Cortisol! ]]> Listen to this on repeat if you're experiencing lots of stress! What is cortisol? How does it impact our hormones? And how in the world do I support dysregulated cortisol? I cover all this and more in todays episode. For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2608915 7413266c-0e01-469d-aec1-2b454b05f860 751 full 1 1 57 57 false Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:32:12 GMT <![CDATA[Why Treating Symptoms Isn't Enough]]> Ever been told your labs look "fine" but you still don't feel right? In this episode, Rita Johnson, NTP and owner of Health and Hormones, breaks down why your symptoms are actually a roadmap — not a problem to silence. Using her fire alarm analogy, Rita explains why eliminating symptoms without addressing root causes can lead to bigger health issues down the road.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • Why getting rid of symptoms isn't the same as solving the problem
  • How digestive issues like alternating constipation and diarrhea point to deeper imbalances
  • The role digestive secretions (stomach acid, enzymes, bile) play in everything from energy to hormone balance
  • Why eating "clean" and exercising consistently still might not be enough
  • How addressing root causes now can set women up for a smoother perimenopausal transition
  • When it's time to stop waiting and get support

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds[]=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2562623 9cd99505-7300-432b-91d4-861300694cfa 470 full 1 1 56 56 false Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:37:16 GMT <![CDATA[You're not lazy, you're overwhelmed!]]> Struggling knowing that you know what to do for your health--but why can't I do it? Listen to today's episode. We will unpack what to do if you know exactly what to do but are crippled by overwhelm.

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2526982 bd2699e7-71b5-44a2-b0d9-977bd899249d 695 full 1 1 55 55 false Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:01:00 GMT <![CDATA[Ever wonder if the supplements you're taking are doing anything?]]> Are you tired of taking tons of supplements?

You might not need to. This video will get you on track to finding the crucial supplements that you really need. And how to know if you need a different kind of support first.

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds[]=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2526951 66e15123-6809-4d3a-870c-8c0872904033 392 full 1 1 54 54 false Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:21:14 GMT <![CDATA[What is body literacy? Why is it critical for understanding yourself?]]> What is cycle tracking and how does it help us know more about who we are and how we were made? What are ways our body tells us about our health and how we can support it?

Meet Christina Valenzuela from Pearl and Thistle. https://pearlandthistle.com/

Next steps to heal your gut? Grab my free ebook. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/lLmy1vIdou

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2508387 24887d86-d7e2-4b56-8fc8-05e7caaa3793 1510 full 1 1 53 53 false Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:24:53 GMT <![CDATA[What's the Deal With Hair Loss?]]> Are you experiencing hair loss? You'll never guess what could be at the bottom of it. In today's episode Rita unpacks how to stop hair growth AND get it to come back fuller than ever! Next steps to heal your gut?

Grab my free ebook. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/lLmy1vIdou For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2464112 7643377c-914b-437e-8512-1ffd2dd34ffc 455 full 1 1 52 52 false Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:10:25 GMT <![CDATA[How to Fit Healthy Eating in Your Crazy Day]]> Many of us today have full plates, and busy lives. Here is a peek at my life and how I balance, family, school, and business with a healthy diet. Want to schedule a free discovery call with Rita? Do that here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds[]=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2444759 0dfa51bb-3206-47a6-9f22-1e16805f31e8 395 full 1 1 51 51 false Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Struggling with your relationship with food? How can you heal it & be a witness to those you love. ]]> Food freedom, intuitive eating are terms thrown around a lot when we talk about fostering a healthy relationship with food. But here is my hot take and initial recommendations I make for women that want more for their relationship with food for themselves, and for their family.

Want to chat with Rita about what is going on in your health journey? Schedule a free discovery call here. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2321795 350571c2-38ec-4f9f-836d-68baa13b2784 701 full 1 1 50 50 false Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:00:11 GMT <![CDATA[ How I Help Clients Balance Hormones, Heal Their Gut, and Feel Like Themselves Again]]> Wondering what it looks like to work with me in my one on one package? I run you through that in this short video that explains who I help and what you need to do to get moving forward in your health journey!

Move forward on working with me here: https://divinemercy.practicebetter.io/#/61a25eb03980330e548dff9a/bookings?p=6778234d1c6457ee4c92ce96&step=package

Ready to schedule a discovery call with me to ask your questions? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2301188 48b3e966-7ca1-44bf-99a1-8258535ad8de 438 full 1 1 49 49 false Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:55:36 GMT <![CDATA[Breaking Down the Problems in Women’s Health Care| Dr Naomi Whittaker explains]]> If you've ever wondering how is women's health SO difficult to navigate!! Why are so many women told to just take hormonal birth control and that that will 'fix' their problems, then you MUST listen to this episode.

Dr Naomi is a NaPro trained OBGYN who specializes in women's reproductive surgeries. She is a wealth of knowledge and so passionate at dispelling myths. You will walk away from this episode empowered on how to help make a change in women's health and understand the gift that is restorative reproductive medicine.

To follow her on IG: @napro_fertility_surgeon

And check out her non for profit: https://www.rrmacademy.org/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2276324 59a2d033-4984-4409-a218-e64d0dcf52fd 3181 full 1 1 48 48 false Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:22:47 GMT <![CDATA[Why I lift weights and you should too! ]]> Podcast episode all about why I prioritize lifting weights and you should too!!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2250012 b56e1ef7-0fe7-4f8f-a282-e29d530f3c87 494 full 1 1 47 47 false Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:00:29 GMT <![CDATA[Food reactions, is it an allergy, sensitivity?? How do I know if the food I'm eating is bothering me?]]> Food reactions are so confusing!! How do we know what food we are eating that is bothering us? Why is this bothering me now when it never did before? If I eliminate this food will I develop an allergy?

And so much more!! Join me as I answer all the questions you have (and ones you didn't know you have) about food allergies and sensitivities.

  • Wondering how can I heal my gut so that I'll be able to eat those foods I love again! Check out this YouTube video.
  • Want to schedule a free discovery call with Rita? Do that here.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2223731 fc07c675-5ba6-4719-a897-7099925dd23c 509 full 1 1 46 46 false Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:00:53 GMT <![CDATA[Bloated, GI issues, low energy, and feeling horrible? You MUST listen to this episode! ]]> Struggling to get through the day? Feeling unwell and uncomfortable more often than not?

Girl, I see you. I have been there and it.is.hard. But I have to tell you something, you are not stuck. This does not have to be how your story ends. Your body is incredible and able to heal. I hope hearing my story helps inspire you in yours.

  • Still feel stuck? Grab a free discovery call with me and let's talk about what your body needs to move forward from here!
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2209563 47c62138-4865-415c-9b28-887cbff27db9 497 full 1 1 45 45 false Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:00:34 GMT <![CDATA[What causes hot flashes and why is it critical I solve the it! ]]> Here is the thing when we have symptoms like hot flashes we often think the biggest issue is the annoyance. But the difficulty of being uncomfortable is nothing compared to what could go wrong long term if we don't start supporting your body with the onset of symptoms!

So join me as we dive into what your body is telling you when you experience hot flashes and how to support your body through them so that they are no longer a problem for you!

  • Want to learn more about what it looks like to work with Rita? Grab a free discovery call with her here!
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2209516 d4d58212-ea86-4b06-b157-254f6c73e456 426 full 1 1 44 44 false Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:00:24 GMT <![CDATA[What is the deal with menopause weight gain?]]> It's such a confusing time. What has always worked for you before is not working now! So why is that the case and what else can be done? These are some of the things I"m thinking of when I talk to someone who is struggling to lose weight after menopause.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2189304 36b33512-bc22-4b5b-ba68-550301cdf9ea 459 full 1 1 43 43 false Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:00:28 GMT <![CDATA[Why anti-inflammatory diet isn't enough!!]]> Wondering why your inflammation issues haven't gone away after incorporating an anti-inflammatory diet?? Join me as we unpack this on today's episode.

  • Want someone to help you navigating this in your own health journey? Schedule a free discovery call with Rita here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2167525 885df5cd-f8c0-4962-8cba-4c6b5038a5f5 501 full 1 1 42 42 false Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:00:18 GMT <![CDATA[How do we teach young girls how amazing their bodies are?]]> I have spent A LOT of time thinking about this. And then problem solving how do we help them from here? Instill a love of supporting their body's and understanding their hormones.

  • Grab a recording of my Created to Flourish webinar here.
    • Love what you hear? Reach out to me about coming to your area to give this talk in person. Let's ignite a new cultural shift of girls who love and embrace their bodies as a gift from God!
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2166293 3a860f64-a32c-44ff-8509-97aac25773eb 790 full 1 1 41 41 false Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:00:25 GMT <![CDATA[Why the pill is NOT good healthcare! And I would never give it to my daughters.]]> And by the pill I mean the hormonal birth control pill. But things like the IUD and other artificial contraception tell a similar story.

Having issues with hormonal health and looking for REAL solutions? Check out these options below that I mention in the podcast.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2154668 80a4c148-7bea-43cc-bd8d-f7f21a5a805b 552 full 1 1 40 40 false Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:00:34 GMT <![CDATA[Why I never ignore heartburn and you shouldn't either!]]> Join me as we unpack what heartburn is usually telling us about what is going on inside your body!

  • Want to grab my balancing hormones naturally guide? Grab that here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2140594 2ab163a1-15d4-4bb0-abd8-0428776bba6c 606 full 1 1 39 39 false Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:00:22 GMT <![CDATA[How do we give our daughters better than we had? ]]> We want to give our children so much!

But it can be so heavy if we have no idea what 'better' looks like. How do we do things differently than what was done for us? What does this even mean?

I unpack that especially in the realm of body literacy in today's podcast.

  • Want a recording of my mother daughter Created to Flourish webinar? Sign up here.
  • Or check out my upcoming Mother Daughter group class Created to Flourish here!
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2137541 c12ab5c3-ecd3-48ae-914e-e7593e74bec3 652 full 1 1 38 38 false Fri, 25 Jul 2025 17:59:34 GMT <![CDATA[What is the ONE thing you can do to balance your hormones??? (My answer might surprise you!)]]> Hormones are so often the crux of the conversation when we aren't feeling well or are struggling. So how do we support our hormones when the internet gives us so many different ways that they can be balance. Take this supplement. Lift weights. Lose weight. Eat more. Eat less. and the list goes on and on.

In today's episode I talk about the single most important thing you can do to balance your hormones.

  • Want to learn more about my upcoming perimenopause group class? Grab your free balancing hormones guide here and you'll be the first to know when doors open in August!
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2114670 9cc74120-b414-4460-9b3d-389558736f36 500 full 1 1 37 37 false Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:10:19 GMT <![CDATA[How do I support my body now!?! Perimenopause/Menopause edition]]> We have lived our whole life inside this body. What do we do when suddenly what we have always done that worked so well for us suddenly doesn't work anymore? How do we learn as if for the first time how to support our body now?

I hear this all the time with the women I work with. Things are going fine then wham perimenopause/menopause hits and it's a different ball game. On this episode I unpack why that is and how you can move forward from here.

Want to learn more about my upcoming perimenopause group class? Grab your free balancing hormones guide here and you'll be the first to know when doors open in August!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2107707 4b09e2c9-c26e-4267-ac65-83356d8273be 476 full 1 1 36 36 false Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:53 GMT <![CDATA[Created to Flourish: Raising Body-Literate Girls in a Faith-Filled Home]]> A sneak peak inside my Created to Flourish mother daughter class.

  • Created to flourish webinar get that here
  • Want to be the first to know when doors open for my next class? Grab your cycle syncing guide here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2079469 3d871341-6c26-440e-a867-ec0bf59e3fa2 512 full 1 1 35 35 false Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:00:44 GMT <![CDATA[Is it dangerous to teach girls about their ovulation? ]]> If we teach young girls about their fertility won't they use it before it's appropriate? Will they engage in premarital sex and risky sexual behaviors?

Watch out. This subject fires me up!!

If you want to know when I'll be offering my next Created to Flourish workshop where I teach girls about their amazing female bodies sign up for my email list here. (I'll also send you a free cycle syncing workshop!)

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2072415 bea7840b-c9e4-48ab-85df-9908e5242088 438 full 1 1 34 34 false Fri, 13 Jun 2025 19:43:17 GMT <![CDATA[Is my progesterone low? And what can I do naturally to support it? ]]> Hormonal imbalances are quiet literally the.worst. But even when we feel terrible and want to get out of the cycle of knowing our body needs support and unsure what to do we still don't want to take medication for the rest of our lives!

So in today's podcast we will unpack what does low progesterone look like symptomatically and how can you support your progesterone levels naturally!

  • Want more tips on how to balance your hormones naturally? Grab my ebook that walks you through that here.
  • Ready to figure this out with an ally in your corner? Schedule a free consultation with Rita here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2050181 1dbc046f-b721-46b8-9e3f-dc1c7a7a42b5 600 full 1 1 33 33 false Fri, 30 May 2025 13:00:52 GMT <![CDATA[How do we teach girls about periods without shame!]]> How do we give our girls something we weren't given? Teach them about their bodies differently than we learned about ours?

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2032874 dcf5dc88-9bbc-4afe-bb0c-4ea3dc15a0f4 349 full 1 1 32 32 false Fri, 16 May 2025 19:30:37 GMT <![CDATA[How we eat healthy (on the cheap) on a roadtrip as a big family!]]> This wraps up my series on travel. In this episode I unpack

  • what we eat on a road trip
  • how we save time if we aren't able to prepare in advance before time in the car
  • and some of go to travel hacks that help us have more peace in the car.

Enjoy!

If you are wanting to learn more about how to uniquely support your hormones grab my hormone balancing ebook here.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2022742 37323e0a-5bca-4727-bfe2-25edca287876 647 full 1 1 31 31 false Wed, 14 May 2025 20:53:39 GMT <![CDATA[How we travel on a plane (as a big family on) a budget! ]]> We love to travel without and with our kids! Today I share some of our favorite travel hacks we use when flying.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1993909 f56963e7-f5bd-4bcd-9b6f-6c9d0c8fbcbb 558 full 1 1 30 30 false Sat, 19 Apr 2025 22:24:07 GMT <![CDATA[How do you eat healthy and travel a bunch on a budget, with a big family?]]> I love talking about travel! I especially love sharing with others the ways we travel and save a boat load of money so that we are able to travel. And do it more frequently!! So let's dive into this new series.

Here is the recipe I mentioned for the instant pot Mexican burrito bowls. I hope you enjoy!

Another reason I love to eat healthy when we travel is so that I don't derail my health by eating out and having weight fluctuations! Who wants to feel bleh on their vacation? Not this lady!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1984071 eb6ab52f-4b28-4605-89e9-4020cb78f64b 722 full 1 1 29 29 false Sat, 12 Apr 2025 19:08:35 GMT <![CDATA[Do I have to do all the things all the time to improve my health?]]> We get stuck in a rut of striving for perfection in our health journey. So much so that we often ask what is the point of eating healthy sometimes if so often I screw up.

Here is what I tell people when they ask me, do I have to do all the things all the time?

Want someone to help you find out what are your non-negotiables that so quickly derail your health? Schedule a free discovery call with me and let's help you figure this out.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1969995 84aa3050-4e8f-4df5-86dd-5b412f46989e 647 full 1 1 28 28 false Fri, 04 Apr 2025 13:00:39 GMT <![CDATA[6 kids, homeschooling, and a business!! How do you do that?? Part 2 ]]> How is it possible to have a big family, homeschool your kiddos, and run a business from home? On this week's episode I cover some of the how we juggle these things in our family.

  • Want to balance your hormones naturally? Grab my free ebook here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1959670 e0f0be5a-4571-49b3-83d1-222b1c7a3c7f 473 full 1 1 27 27 false Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:00:34 GMT <![CDATA[6 kids, homeschooling, and a business!! How do you do that?? ]]> It's so easy to get overwhelmed by how much other people are doing. But we need to take a lot into account before we begin judging ourselves harshly and feeling more overwhelmed about what they have on their plate that we don't have. Phew!

Listen here for my biggest tips on how to let go of this unique type of stress.

Sick of navigating all of this alone? Schedule a free discovery call with me here.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1947105 8a7ac02b-5a98-4bde-825d-b756bcb9fd4f 703 full 1 1 26 26 false Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:00:16 GMT <![CDATA[Is your baby's gut doomed because you had a C-section??]]> As we learn more about the impact of a vaginal delivery on a baby's gut microbiome there will inevitable be mama's who wonder, is my baby's gut health going to be ruined forever because they were born via c-section? Give a listen and find out what new research is showing are the long term impacts of how your baby was delivered.

  • Research article can be found here.
  • If you are looking for someone to help you navigate healing your gut, or your kiddos, schedule a free discovery call with Rita here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1939303 8e10c020-4ce3-4190-b462-18b1fae6f19c 522 full 1 1 25 25 false Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:00:22 GMT <![CDATA[What is the prolife world doing differently when it comes to women's health?]]> Do you feel frustrated in the realm of women's health? Stuck and wondering how you can help support women that are being prescribed 'the pill' as the solution to their women's health issues? Wondering what you can do to initiate a cultural shift in our world to help women understand that they deserve more?

Resources to learn about more

Interested in my cycle syncing workshop? Grab that here

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1930990 b37b33f2-6487-45a0-9272-cfbea8edcc19 688 full 1 1 24 24 false Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:49:35 GMT <![CDATA[What does the family of a nutritional therapy practitioner eat in a busy season??]]> We all go through seasons where it is just hard to get food on the table. So when you are in one of those seasons what does a nutritional therapy practitioner eat??

I hope you enjoy a preview into what we eat during the crazy season we are in, postpartum with baby number 6.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1907767 3e7e5c9c-5d0e-4ba4-9494-0aef7d0afcdb 943 full 1 1 23 23 false Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:00:48 GMT <![CDATA[What does poor sleep tells us you need to focus on in your health journey?]]> Women often share with me that their sleep is poor almost as an after thought. Sometimes we write off poor sleep because, "I've always been a light sleeper" or "I'm just getting older". But poor sleep tells us a lot about how we need to support your body.

On this episode I talk about a couple things that pop into my head when someone shares with me that they aren't sleeping well.

Would you like to chat about your sleep and how to help you support your body better? Schedule a free discovery call with me. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1899499 4a671b3c-d71c-405d-8d16-b667dd6b901c 570 full 1 1 22 22 false Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:00:32 GMT <![CDATA[How to love life at 6 weeks postpartum (and beyond)!]]> Postpartum life can be hard. And at 6 weeks resuming relations with your spouse may not be at the top of your priority list. In this episode we trouble shoot some of the biggest complaints women have with being intimate with their husbands after giving birth. Things like "I have zero libido", "I don't look attractive", and nursing woes.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1845807 c264ee68-4b05-4dfa-80f0-e3e687d5bde9 851 full 1 1 21 21 false Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:00:39 GMT <![CDATA[Coming back from Maternity leave Life update]]> Life update. Postpartum. Busy and happy. And of course, what to expect from the podcast in 2025.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1840546 6b5b0111-8ca7-4c0c-b277-d787aa055891 553 full 1 1 20 20 false Fri, 10 Jan 2025 14:00:47 GMT <![CDATA[Why you're missing your period and what to do about it]]> Have you been missing your period for weeks, months, years even? If so that means there is an imbalance in your body that you need to pay some attention to. Don't just settle for taking the pill because even if that seems to be helping it isn't helping your hormones but instead over riding them. In this episode we will dive deeper into what to do to support your body when you have been missing your period.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1650189 03349872-23c5-4375-a97b-0a49b490afdf 347 full 1 1 19 19 false Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:00:16 GMT <![CDATA[The Importance of Balancing your Blood sugar]]> Click here for my free cycle syncing workshop!

Click here for my free e-book!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1641512 5938839e-2b65-4529-9e32-e1a66644b93e 368 full 1 1 18 18 false Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:00:27 GMT <![CDATA[Why you should consider traveling as a family!]]> Do you have the dream to travel with your family but it just seems to far away or "against the grain"? This episode is about how my husband and I traveled abroad with our five kids. Your dream IS possible and you can live it out! It is our job to bring into action the dreams God puts on our hearts whether that be starting a business or taking your family to Europe for a month. IT IS POSSIBLE!

Also, travel isn't the only place dreams can come true. It can happen in your day to day life and health journey too! To learn more about how you can change your dreams into reality schedule a discovery call with me here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

We will talk about where you are and what has been holding you back from living the life of your dreams!!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1609905 44d33fbc-8ddf-406d-b7df-995dde2ef9c4 330 full 1 1 17 17 false Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:37 GMT <![CDATA[My experience with Cycle Syncing and why you HAVE to try it!]]> Have you wondered what is cycle syncing? How it can help you balance your hormones? Or make your life more peaceful?

This is my testimony of what I have noticed since I implemented cycle syncing.

If you're ready to give cycle syncing a try sign up for my FREE cycle syncing workshop right here. https://healthandhormones.org/cycle-syncing-workshop/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1491911 fd79bb70-5d52-4cf6-8669-109d2b59bc85 388 full 1 1 16 16 false Fri, 24 May 2024 14:11:49 GMT <![CDATA[How does your healing super power help you grow in humility?]]> I don't know about you but growing in humility has always felt kind of abstract. But I just heard something that blew my mind about growing in humility and I wanted to share it with you all because it makes it so crystal clear how we can take concrete steps to start growing in humility.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1373531 70bf95f9-842e-4d43-aad9-c210ce7e5559 223 full 1 1 15 15 false Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:01:26 GMT <![CDATA[Why would you chart your cycles and what you can learn from it?]]> Have you been thinking about charting your cycles? Join me as I introduce the newest member of my team at Divine Mercy FertilityCare, Marie Swodoba. We talk about how she got started teaching women to chart their cycles and some things you can discover as you

To get started learning how to chart your cycles schedule an introductory session with Marie here.

If you have learned how to chart Creighton in the past but need a refresher schedule a follow up session here.

And if you'd like to learn more about how you can support your body and take next steps in your health journey schedule a discovery call with Rita here.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1334361 7dcfe06e-9ff2-4d45-ba4e-a64448e893f7 684 full 1 1 13 13 false Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:23:50 GMT <![CDATA[What is an essential part of every health journey?]]> You will not make progress in your health journey if you do not cultivate this at the same time! What is the this that is so critical and how do we learn to get in better touch with our body's?

Interested in Balancing your Hormones naturally? Grab my free ebook: https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/cDk9YT4KSn

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1309418 051f8243-6e6b-4728-9211-adea5b1c014c 239 full 1 1 12 12 false Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:00:48 GMT <![CDATA[How do I know if my hormones are imbalanced? ]]> Join me as I interview Amy LaRue, a Naturopathic doctor and we unpack balancing hormones.

We will discuss the questions:

  • how do I know if my hormones are imbalanced?
  • How do you balance hormones when they are off?
  • What are some things to consider when testing hormone levels?

What causes hormones to be imbalanced?

To connect with Amy: https://www.amylaruewellness.com/ What to know what you can do to balance your hormones? Grab Rita's free ebook how to balance hormones naturally. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/cDk9YT4KSn

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1299420 c9497582-82e8-420e-98b3-2a858d356d35 1636 full 1 1 11 11 false Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:01:19 GMT <![CDATA[What about the Carnivore diet?]]> So many people feel so good on different types of fad diets? But how do we navigate them all and find the one that is best suited for your unique body and it's needs. That's exactly what I begin to unpack on this episode. I hope it helps you! In the meantime let me know do you agree?

Want to understand your body and know how to support it better? Then check out my cycle care companion product that helps you trouble shoot the major problems women have with their periods; heavy bleeding, PMS, painful periods, missing periods, and what to do if you are currently on the pill. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/iyChKSQUZ2

Or looking for someone to help you navigate your health journey? Schedule a free discovery call with Rita here. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1294524 9128c266-ddc3-488a-b1f9-371bce18bcf5 225 full 1 1 11 11 false Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:09:31 GMT <![CDATA[When is it time to go on the pill for medical reasons?]]> This is a huge question I get asked all.the.time. My answer may surprise you!

Have you, or someone you love, been told to go on the pill for medical reasons? Stuck and wondering what to do next? Reach out to me. Health journeys can feel lonely but they don't have to be.

Want to understand your body and know how to support it better? Then check out my cycle care companion product that helps you trouble shoot the major problems women have with their periods; heavy bleeding, PMS, painful periods, missing periods, and what to do if you are currently on the pill. https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/iyChKSQUZ2

Or looking for someone to help you navigate your health journey? Schedule a free discovery call with Rita here. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1272007 8bf830ca-eaba-4c13-8c9a-b5cdcf274d15 260 full 1 1 10 10 false Tue, 02 Jan 2024 13:04:44 GMT <![CDATA[Making your way through Miscarriage]]> Miscarriage is a heavy cross to bear. So often we bare it alone with very few people knowing about the grief we are experiencing. Whether this is your first miscarriage that is currently happening, or you have had several in the past, there is no expiration date to grief. And the loss of a child is something we will always carry with us. We move through different seasons of it but it is always there.

So how can we support our bodies even in this? Listen for more.

Have questions? Reach out to me. No one should walk through this alone.

Want to learn how to balance your hormones naturally? To feel better than you thought was possible? Grab my new ebook: https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/cDk9YT4KSn

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1263122 121b457a-b102-4437-b868-f76561fd229c 492 full 1 1 9 9 false Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:30:18 GMT <![CDATA[Over 40 and wondering whose body is this??]]> Perimenopause is when we go through a lot of changes. Hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, weight gain? What is going on and how can you support your body uniquely during this time? If you need an action plan to start feeling better start here!! This video will walk you through small (and maybe large) steps to get you moving in the right direction to support your health.

Discovery call with Rita: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1241517 ab023aa8-2aff-4a4f-8db0-22b0156eb0b9 398 full 1 1 8 8 false Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:28 GMT <![CDATA[The power of a bereavement Doula]]> The loss of a child is a heavy cross to bear. Regardless of how little time you had with your child, your grief is a very real part of the journey. Today I am speaking to Dr Abby Jorgenson, who is a Catholic bereavement doula. Today we discuss what is a bereavement doula and how can they help you move forward in your grief.

To find Dr Abby: https://bereavementdoulas.com/about/

https://catholicbereavementdoula.com/

A Catholic Guide to Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss: Compassionate Answers to Difficult Questions Book coming in the spring of 2024

For more info on Rita, or to work with her, schedule a free discovery call here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

Healthy Food for All where I share tips, tricks, and lifestyle hacks that help our family eat clean with minimal time in the kitchen. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/V8eJUFz

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1214119 fe7b69f5-f2ba-4f2b-b4d4-86b63c3d7a8f 2098 full 1 1 7 7 false Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:29 GMT <![CDATA[The missing piece to restoring health in your body.]]> https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554Looking for tips, tricks, and lifestyle hacks in your inbox weekly? Sign up for my Healthy Food for all email series: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/V8eJUFz]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1194318 21ceaaad-febf-44ef-9ef0-ec4e89b5e821 213 full 1 1 6 6 false Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:00:28 GMT <![CDATA[Interview with Catholic infertility grief counselor, Edward Luersman]]> Grief & infertility goes hand in hand. It's so important to have someone in your corner that can help you navigate this difficult time. Join us as we discuss why is it helpful to work with someone who is Catholic for infertility counseling? Should you have a counselor that works with you and your husband together? And can you bear fruit during a season of infertility? Also, if you are wondering how you can love people in our lives that are struggling with infertility? To connect with Edward: https://www.griefcounselingohio.com/ If you are stuck and trying to navigate next steps in your health journey, grab my Ebook here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/3XLIMPo/whenisittimetobreakup Want Healthy Eating tips and tricks sent to your inbox? Sign up here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/V8eJUFz To schedule a discovery call with Rita go here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1173552 6a79738c-1bd0-42a7-ae10-e011af6fe133 1467 full 1 1 5 5 false Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:40:46 GMT <![CDATA[Confused by meat?]]> http://eatwild.com/ https://www.localharvest.org/ https://www.americangrassfed.org/If you enjoyed this video please subscribe and share!To schedule a discovery call with Rita go here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=27841554Grab my eBook, Is it time to break up with your doctor? https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/3XLIMPo/whenisittimetobreakup]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1146817 c7e7f5fa-5d72-4cb7-97e3-5c079eac2568 579 full 1 1 4 4 false Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:29:20 GMT <![CDATA[Is intermittent fasting good for women?]]> https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=27841554Grab my eBook, Is it time to break up with your doctor? https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/3XLIMPo/whenisittimetobreakup]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1146822 135b0cf7-d453-4dd6-a980-22d904b52988 328 full 1 1 3 3 false Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:35:15 GMT <![CDATA[What is inflamation?]]> https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=27841554Grab my eBook, Is it time to break up with your doctor? https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/3XLIMPo/whenisittimetobreakup]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1146818 2970a572-ca30-4cee-aa70-595a50d9554e 179 full 1 1 2 2 false Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:35:09 GMT <![CDATA[Why do you crave sugar?]]> https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=27841554Grab my eBook, Is it time to break up with your doctor? https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/3XLIMPo/whenisittimetobreakup]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/1146824 35229439-150d-4c7a-8a0c-dc4227d23e80 231 full 1 1 1 1 false Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:35:13 GMT <![CDATA[Your 'Something Has to Change' Moment: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You]]> Are you unable to put a 100% into everything that your doing? Whether its stress, lack of energy, or a rash, there may be a simple solution for your problems right in front of you.

To sign up for the waitlist for the upcoming weight loss workshop go here: https://birdsend.page/forms/9473/qpredEGDj6

For more about Rita and her practice go here: https://healthandhormones.org/about/

To schedule a free discovery call today go to: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/709c8384/appointment/27841554/calendar/3368299?appointmentTypeIds

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2644638 543c4267-7d65-45bf-9c92-78589b7ee8ca 462 full false Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:42:19 GMT <![CDATA[Let’s Talk Pelvic Floor: What Every Woman in 40+ Needs to Know!]]> I used to think that pelvic floor physical therapy was only necessary postpartum. Not anymore! And conversations like this show me how important it is for all people in all stages of life!

Meet Dr Trina Winner and enjoy our conversation all about pelvic floor physical therapy and what you can do to support yours as you age with strength and grace!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2196283 c04b72b9-130b-477e-ad60-55e84fe055a4 1314 full false Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:10:14 GMT <![CDATA[What does blood sugar imbalances have to do with hormones?]]> What does dysregulated blood sugar have to do with hormones and where do we even start in supporting this vitally important system of the body?

This is a huge piece of a puzzle when hormones are out of balance and something that cannot just be addressed by medication. Dive in more with me!

  • Want more tips on how to balance your hormones naturally? Grab my ebook that walks you through that here.
  • Ready to figure this out with an ally in your corner? Schedule a free consultation with Rita here.
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2053239 3a9a2c55-43e7-4513-a1ca-e9ca56754b2d 437 full false Sat, 07 Jun 2025 20:15:11 GMT <![CDATA[Menopause vs Perimenopause; how do I support my body now?]]> I hear it often that menopause is used when someone is talking about perimenopause and vice versa. So let's talk about what these terms mean and how we can support your body now!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/healthandhormones/2032893 0ca57c42-e530-4c6f-8355-8aee8d6ee262 649 full false Fri, 23 May 2025 13:00:52 GMT <![CDATA[How we eat healthy on a road trip!]]> Wrapping up my travel healthy (on a budget) hacks with what we do on a roadtrip.

  • Looking for someone who can help you bring healthy living into your life while also prioritizing what your body is telling you? Sign up for a discovery call here!
  • Want to know what you can do to balance your hormones naturally? Grab my free ebook.
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