Hormone Puzzle Podcast - Fertility, Hormones, & Women's Health

Dr. Kela Smith | The Hormone Puzzle Society
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Welcome to The Hormone Puzzle Podcast with Dr. Kela Smith, Holistic Doctor, fertility expert, educator, author, and founder of The Hormone Puzzle Society®. If you're trying to conceive, struggling with infertility, balancing hormones, preparing for pregnancy, or looking for a natural, root-cause approach to fertility and hormone health—you're in the right place. After overcoming my own infertility and hormone challenges, I developed my Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E.® Method and made it my mission to help others uncover the missing pieces in their fertility journey. Each week you'll hear expert interviews, inspiring stories, and practical education on fertility, hormones, gut health, nutrition, egg quality, sperm health, hormone testing, thyroid health, PCOS, endometriosis, IVF support, cycle health, stress, inflammation, functional medicine, and holistic strategies for getting pregnant naturally. You may be wondering: • Why am I not getting pregnant? • Why are my labs "normal" but I still don't feel right? • How do I balance my hormones naturally? • Can gut health affect fertility? • How do I improve egg and sperm quality? • Is IVF my only option? • What hidden root causes may be affecting my fertility? We'll answer these questions and more. You'll leave with practical tools, expert guidance, and hope to take the next step toward solving your fertility puzzle. Connect with me at www.hormonepuzzlesociety.com.

  1. 6d ago

    Inside the IVF Lab: What Your Embryologist Wants You to Know with Alease Daniel Barnes

    In episode #455 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Alease Daniel Barnes talks about Inside the IVF Lab: What Your Embryologist Wants You to Know. More about Alease: Alease is an experienced embryologist, educator, and content creator. She obtained a  Bachelor's degree in Genetics from NC State University and has been in the IVF lab for more than 7 years. Alease is passionate about fertility education and has been leveraging social media since 2021 to advocate for fertility awareness, dispel misinformation, and support those on their infertility journey. She continually strives to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Fullscript. https://fullscript.com/welcome/drkela Follow Rafaella on Instagram: @‌alease_the_embryologist Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    Inside the IVF Lab: What Your Embryologist Wants You to Know with Alease Daniel Barnes

  2. Aug 11

    454: You're Not Lazy, Your Hormones Are Talking: 10 Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore with Dr. Kela Smith

    In episode #454 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host, Dr. Kela Smith, talks about You're Not Lazy, Your Hormones Are Talking: 10 Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore. More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a women's health expert specializing in fertility, hormones, and root-cause healing. She helps women identify and address the underlying causes of fertility challenges, hormone imbalances, and perimenopause, empowering them to achieve optimal health and thrive at every stage of life. Thank you for listening! Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    454: You're Not Lazy, Your Hormones Are Talking: 10 Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore with Dr. Kela Smith

  3. Aug 11

    453: Shifting Your Emotions From Fear, Grief Into Hope with Rafaella Elias

    In episode #453 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Rafaella Elias talks about Shifting Your Emotions From Fear, Grief Into Hope. More about Rafaella: Rafaella Elias has always been passionate about improving public health. With a background in Nutrition, Health Sciences and Epidemiology, her career path was focused on understanding health from a scientific perspective. However, when she faced Type 1 diabetes, hypothyroidism and infertility, she embarked on a transformational healing journey—one that extended beyond medicine. Along the way, she discovered the profound power of the mind-body connection, emotional healing, and shifting beliefs to manifest what the heart desires. By embracing these principles, she transformed her pain into power, turning what once felt impossible into reality: the gift of motherhood. Inspired by her journey, Rafaella developed Little Miracle Creations, an initiative to share meaningful offerings that support women on their journey to motherhood. Through creative expression and heartfelt insights, she continues to expand this growing collection, beginning with her poetry book and guided journal. With more to come, each offering is created to inspire women to believe in their own miracles. Rafaella's debut book, Little Miracle Milestones, is a collection of affirmation-infused poetry, written as an intimate dialogue between mother and baby. Accompanied by a guided journal, this collection provides a space to release limiting beliefs and step into the energy of manifesting a little miracle. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Fullscript. https://fullscript.com/welcome/drkela Follow Rafaella on Instagram: @‌littlemiraclecreations Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    453: Shifting Your Emotions From Fear, Grief Into Hope with Rafaella Elias

  4. Aug 4

    452: Peptides in Perimenopause - What's Safe, What's Hype, and What's Next with Bria Gadd

    In episode #452 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Bria Gadd talks about Peptides in Perimenopause - What's Safe, What's Hype, and What's Next. More about Bria: Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause, and finding clarity in hormonal chaos. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Fullscript. Follow Bria on Instagram: @‌bria_period_whisperer Watch FREE Training and get the exact 5 steps to feel amazing in midlife HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    452: Peptides in Perimenopause - What's Safe, What's Hype, and What's Next with Bria Gadd

  5. Jul 28

    451: What Unexplained Infertility Is Really Telling Us - Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela

    In episode #451 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host, Dr. Kela Smith, talks about What Unexplained Infertility Is Really Telling Us - Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let's work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a women's health expert specializing in fertility, hormones, and root-cause healing. She helps women identify and address the underlying causes of fertility challenges, hormone imbalances, and perimenopause, empowering them to achieve optimal health and thrive at every stage of life. Thank you for listening! Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    451: What Unexplained Infertility Is Really Telling Us - Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela

  6. Jul 21

    450: Histamine & Hormones - The Hidden Link with Jamie DeLaurentis

    In episode #449 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Jamie DeLaurentis talks about Histamine & Hormones- The Hidden Link. More about Jamie: Jamie is a registered dietitian and gut health expert and, as she often shares, a retired "sensitive Sally." She personally experienced the frustration of navigating GI specialists, receiving normal lab results despite ongoing symptoms, following strict elimination diets, and trying countless supplements. Like many of the clients she now supports, she felt stuck and questioned whether her health would ever truly improve or if the stubborn symptom cycle would ever break. Through her own journey, Jamie realized the missing piece wasn't doing more or simply changing what she was doing — it was understanding why the symptoms were happening in the first place. That insight propelled her into the functional medicine space and ultimately transformed the way she approaches gut health today. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Branch Basics. Use code DRKELA at checkout for 15% off. Follow Jamie on Instagram: @‌legalivingdietitian Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    450: Histamine & Hormones - The Hidden Link with Jamie DeLaurentis

  7. Jul 14

    449: Why Your Bloodwork Says "Normal"... But You're Still Not Pregnant with Dr. Kela Smith

    In episode #449 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host, Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Why Your Bloodwork Says "Normal"... But You're Still Not Pregnant . More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a women's health expert specializing in fertility, hormones, and root-cause healing. She helps women identify and address the underlying causes of fertility challenges, hormone imbalances, and perimenopause, empowering them to achieve optimal health and thrive at every stage of life. Thank you for listening! Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith 💚 Take the FREE Fertility Puzzle Assessment and discover where to focus next on your fertility journey: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/quiz/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    449: Why Your Bloodwork Says "Normal"... But You're Still Not Pregnant with Dr. Kela Smith

  8. Jul 14

    448: Breaking the Chronic Illness Cycle with Dr. Bill Rawls

    In episode #448 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Dr. Bill Rawls talks about Breaking the Chronic Illness Cycle. More about Dr. Bill: For over 30 years, Dr. Bill Rawls has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis with chronic Lyme disease abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to explore the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness for defending against microbes and other root causes of illness. Today, he works to bring life and vitality to others as he helps them establish their own paths to wellness through modern herbology. Through his bestselling books, Unlocking Lyme and The Cellular Wellness Solution, Dr. Rawls demonstrates why crucial herbal phytochemicals are key to protecting cellular health and strengthening the body's defense against illness. Dr. Rawls is also the founder of Vital Plan, a holistic health company, where he developed the signature RESTORE180 program, an advanced herbal protocol that has helped thousands to reclaim vibrant health.  Dr. Rawls is a #1 bestselling author and seasoned speaker and interviewee. With a compassionate approach and an incredible depth of knowledge, Dr. Rawls has a distinct ability to make scientific concepts accessible and enriching for everyone. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Branch Basics. Use code DRKELA at checkout for 15% off. Follow Dr. Bill on Instagram: @‌rawlsmd Get access to Dr. Rawl's FREE Resources HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌drkelasmith Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

    448: Breaking the Chronic Illness Cycle with Dr. Bill Rawls
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Welcome to The Hormone Puzzle Podcast with Dr. Kela Smith, Holistic Doctor, fertility expert, educator, author, and founder of The Hormone Puzzle Society®. If you're trying to conceive, struggling with infertility, balancing hormones, preparing for pregnancy, or looking for a natural, root-cause approach to fertility and hormone health—you're in the right place. After overcoming my own infertility and hormone challenges, I developed my Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E.® Method and made it my mission to help others uncover the missing pieces in their fertility journey. Each week you'll hear expert interviews, inspiring stories, and practical education on fertility, hormones, gut health, nutrition, egg quality, sperm health, hormone testing, thyroid health, PCOS, endometriosis, IVF support, cycle health, stress, inflammation, functional medicine, and holistic strategies for getting pregnant naturally. You may be wondering: • Why am I not getting pregnant? • Why are my labs "normal" but I still don't feel right? • How do I balance my hormones naturally? • Can gut health affect fertility? • How do I improve egg and sperm quality? • Is IVF my only option? • What hidden root causes may be affecting my fertility? We'll answer these questions and more. You'll leave with practical tools, expert guidance, and hope to take the next step toward solving your fertility puzzle. Connect with me at www.hormonepuzzlesociety.com.

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