The Cyclical Doula Podcast: Fertility Awareness, Charting Cycles, and Reproductive Health Education

Emmamma

The Cyclical Doula Podcast is a space for honest conversations about cycles, body literacy, motherhood, and what it actually looks like to live in relationship with your body. I’m Emma — Your Cyclical Doula. I’m a certified SymptoPro Instructor, fertility awareness educator, miscarriage doula, and mom of two. I teach women how to chart their fertility signs, understand their cycles, and rebuild trust with their bodies — and this podcast is where those teachings meet real life. Some episodes are personal reflections on hormones, cycle shifts, charting practices, and the messy, tender realities of womanhood. But this podcast is also deeply rooted in conversation. You’ll hear interviews with doulas, educators, clinicians, wellness practitioners, and women with lived experience — people working across fertility, birth, hormones, nervous system regulation, mental health, and motherhood. Together, we explore what’s working, what needs to change, and what women deserve to know about their bodies and their care. These conversations are grounded and human, thoughtful dialogue about cycles, embodiment, informed choice, and learning to listen to what the body is communicating. Whether you’re postpartum, trying to make sense of your chart, navigating hormonal changes, or simply tired of being told your body is too much, this space is for you. Your body isn’t broken — it’s cyclical, communicative, and worthy of care. Let’s talk about it together.

  1. Oct 22

    Transforming Cycles with Maritza Worthington: The Power of Minerals

    In this episode, Emma speaks with Maritza Worthington, also known as the Hormone Alchemist, a functional hormone practitioner specializing in women's health, preconception, and postpartum wellness. Maritza shares her personal journey from a health crisis that led her to discover the power of holistic medicine and hormone health. The conversation explores the critical role minerals play in women's health, including their impact on energy levels, metabolism, and hormone production. Key topics include: how mineral deficiencies manifest in menstrual cycles through heavy periods, migraines, cramps, and irregular ovulation; the importance of cycle tracking as a tool for identifying nutritional needs; why painful periods should not be normalized; the connection between gut health, nutrient absorption, and hormonal balance; testing approaches that prioritize root causes over quick fixes; the balance between food-first nutrition and targeted supplementation; practical wellness strategies for busy women, including the physiological sigh breathing technique; postpartum nutrition and recovery; and the importance of celebrating small wins rather than pursuing perfection. Maritza emphasizes that women deserve to feel their best and that sustainable wellness can be built into any lifestyle, even during demanding seasons of life. Connect with Maritza: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormone_alchemist The Path to Peaceful Periods [Free Gift]: hormonealchemist.com The Fertility Fastpass for Couples [Free Gift]: https://www.hormonealchemist.com/the-fertility-fastpass Connect with Emma: Book a Free Clarity Call with EmmaAsk a Question for the Podcast: Submit hereLeave a Review + Get a Gift: Claim your gift hereWebsite links: https://emmamma.com/linkInstagram: @cyclicaldoula The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Cyclical Doula Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Emma Goff or Emmamma LLC. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

    Transforming Cycles with Maritza Worthington: The Power of Minerals
  2. Oct 15

    Healing Through the Cycles: Holistic Health, Hormonal Balance & Creating Life with ZuZu

    In this episode, Emma speaks with Karen "ZuZu" Armes, a holistic health educator, author, and founder of Holistic Health Educators—an online school of natural medicine available in 100 languages worldwide. ZuZu shares her remarkable journey from wanting to get off epilepsy medications before starting a family to becoming a trusted guide for thousands seeking natural health solutions. Key topics covered include: - ZuZu's personal health journey: overcoming epilepsy through food and natural remedies - Why she shifted from conventional medicine to holistic health practices - The importance of stress reduction for fertility and hormonal health - Moon phases and their connection to cyclical health - Herbal allies for fertility: raspberry leaf tea, hibiscus, goji berries, maca root, and bee pollen - EMF protection and its impact on reproductive health - The critical role of nutrition in pregnancy: why what you eat matters for baby development - Nervous system health as the foundation for hormonal balance - Creating a safe internal and external environment through boundaries, feng shui, and home energy - The dangers of polyester and the benefits of natural fibers - Why you should address the nervous system before jumping to hormone replacement - Practical daily rituals: saunas, exercise, dance, and morning routines - How to feed fussy eaters and nourish your family with whole foods - The connection between the people in your life and your ability to conceive and carry pregnancy - Why stress reduction practices like bouncing on a ball, music, and meditation are essential ZuZu emphasizes that true health comes from working upstream—addressing root causes rather than symptoms, supporting the nervous system, nourishing the body with real food, and creating an environment (both physical and relational) that supports life and fertility. Connect with Zuzu: Website: https://www.lillyfieldscenter.com Holistic Health Education Platform: https://holistichealtheducators.com Personal Platform & Story: https://www.zuzuunleashed.com Connect with Emma: emmamma.com/link The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Cyclical Doula Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Emma Goff or Emmamma LLC. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

    Healing Through the Cycles: Holistic Health, Hormonal Balance & Creating Life with ZuZu
  3. Oct 8

    Body Trust and Hormones: Navigating Perimenopause with Candice Jones

    In this episode, Emma speaks with Candice Jones, a nurse practitioner specializing in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and women's hormonal health. Candice shares her journey from primary care nursing to launching her own hormone practice dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and hormonal transitions. Key topics covered include: - What perimenopause is and why hormones fluctuate dramatically during this phase - The three main hormones discussed in HRT: progesterone (the calming hormone), estrogen (affecting the entire body), and testosterone (supporting energy and libido) - How HRT is personalized based on individual symptoms and needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach - The importance of symptom tracking and cycle awareness in identifying hormonal patterns - Why lab work alone cannot diagnose perimenopause—symptoms matter more - The connection between hormonal balance and weight management, sleep quality, and overall quality of life - Different delivery methods for HRT (patches, creams, pills, pellets) and how to choose what works for your lifestyle - The critical importance of ongoing follow-up care and communication with your provider - How hormone replacement can provide benefits beyond symptom relief, including bone health, cardiovascular protection, and dementia risk reduction - Red flags to watch for when choosing a hormone specialist - Why it's never too late to seek hormonal support, even years after menopause Candice emphasizes that women deserve to feel like themselves again and that quality of life is paramount. She encourages listeners to advocate for themselves, track their symptoms, and find providers who offer multiple treatment options rather than pushing a single approach. Resources: Connect with Candice: www.coastalhealthandhormone.com www.glowspa.com Connect with Emma: emmamma.com/link The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Cyclical Doula Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Emma Goff or Emmamma LLC. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice

    Body Trust and Hormones: Navigating Perimenopause with Candice Jones
  4. Sep 24

    Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Fertility with Anne-Marie Pereira

    In this episode, Emma speaks with Anne-Marie Pereira, a Fertility and Emotional Healing Therapist, about the profound connection between emotional patterns, subconscious beliefs, and fertility challenges. Anne-Marie shares her personal journey of loss and healing, including the loss of her second son and how that experience led her to explore hypnotherapy and emotional healing work. She explains how unexplained infertility often has emotional roots and discusses specific beliefs that can impact fertility, such as fears of repeating family patterns, inherited generational trauma, and negative self-talk about the body. The conversation covers how the body contracts in response to emotional stress and fear, making it difficult to receive pregnancy. Anne-Marie provides practical first steps for listeners: observing your self-talk, bringing creative energy into your life, and using daily practices like meditation recordings to shift mindset. She emphasizes that women have agency in their fertility journey and can create a strong partnership with their bodies through positive affirmations and emotional healing work. Resources: Connect with Anne-Marie: www.freeinfertility.com Anne-Marie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freeinfertility Connect with Emma: emmamma.com/link  The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Cyclical Doula Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Emma Goff or Emmamma LLC. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

    Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Fertility with Anne-Marie Pereira
  5. Sep 10

    Beyond Protocols: Dr. Tarah Davis on Root-Cause Healing

    In this episode, Emma sits down with Dr. Tarah Davis, a functional medicine pharmacist and founder of The Rooted Farmacy, to explore the transformative power of root-cause healing. Dr. Davis shares her personal journey from severe childhood illness to becoming a trauma-informed functional medicine practitioner. The conversation delves deep into why gut health is foundational to overall wellness, explaining that gut health is not about symptoms but about the intricate connection between your immune system, nervous system, and digestion. Key topics include: understanding the gut microbiome and its role in hormone production and breakdown; how perimenopause is often misdiagnosed and is really about metabolic dysfunction, blood sugar imbalance, and accumulated stress; the use of continuous glucose monitors to track real-time blood sugar patterns; why functional medicine requires a 6-month commitment and a 'ready, willing, and able' mindset; the importance of looking at the whole person from birth onwards; how gut health impacts fertility, mood, autoimmunity, and weight loss resistance; and why one-on-one personalized approaches work better than one-size-fits-all protocols. Dr. Tarah Davis emphasizes that you're not broken—you've been set up for failure by lifestyle and misinformation, and healing begins with learning to love your body. Resources: Connect with Dr. Tarah Davis: https://therootedfarmacy.com The Rooted Revival: https://l.bttr.to/9q7Dl Book a discovery call with Dr. Tarah Davis here: https://l.bttr.to/RPfGD Dr. Tarah Davis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Therootedfarmacy Connect with Emma: emmamma.com/links The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Cyclical Doula Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Emma Goff or Emmamma LLC. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

    Beyond Protocols: Dr. Tarah Davis on Root-Cause Healing
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The Cyclical Doula Podcast is a space for honest conversations about cycles, body literacy, motherhood, and what it actually looks like to live in relationship with your body. I’m Emma — Your Cyclical Doula. I’m a certified SymptoPro Instructor, fertility awareness educator, miscarriage doula, and mom of two. I teach women how to chart their fertility signs, understand their cycles, and rebuild trust with their bodies — and this podcast is where those teachings meet real life. Some episodes are personal reflections on hormones, cycle shifts, charting practices, and the messy, tender realities of womanhood. But this podcast is also deeply rooted in conversation. You’ll hear interviews with doulas, educators, clinicians, wellness practitioners, and women with lived experience — people working across fertility, birth, hormones, nervous system regulation, mental health, and motherhood. Together, we explore what’s working, what needs to change, and what women deserve to know about their bodies and their care. These conversations are grounded and human, thoughtful dialogue about cycles, embodiment, informed choice, and learning to listen to what the body is communicating. Whether you’re postpartum, trying to make sense of your chart, navigating hormonal changes, or simply tired of being told your body is too much, this space is for you. Your body isn’t broken — it’s cyclical, communicative, and worthy of care. Let’s talk about it together.