Modern Women's Wellness

Dr. Miranda Naylor
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Modern Women's Wellness Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities of women's health, hormone balance, and fertility. Hosted by Dr. Miranda Naylor, a board-certified functional medicine doctor, this podcast delivers science-backed insights and expert advice tailored to women on a mission to transform their health.

  1. 5d ago

    Finding Your Spark in Midlife

    A lot of women hit their late 30s, 40s, or 50s and notice the same thing: whatever they used to do to stay healthy just stopped working. The workouts feel harder. The scale won't move. Nobody really explains why. Dr. Miranda Naylor talks with Heike Yates, a fitness coach with over 40 years in the industry and author of Pursue Your Spark, about what's actually going on in the body during this stage and how to build a routine around it instead of fighting it. Heike has coached her own clients through the same perimenopause and menopause changes she's experienced herself, and she's blunt about what's worth worrying about and what isn't. We get into: ✔️ Why your old routine stops working in your late 30s, 40s, and 50s ✔️ Why there's no such thing as a flat belly ✔️ How intense workouts can raise cortisol and work against you ✔️ Setting boundaries with yourself before anyone else ✔️ Why consistency beats intensity, and what "exercise snacks" are ✔️ Eating for your goals instead of someone else's diet ✔️ What actually helps with the 3am wake-up If your routine stopped working and you can't figure out why, start here. Topics Covered Why old routines stop working in midlifeHeike's story, and why her coaching shifts every decadeWhy your body isn't "letting you down"There's no such thing as a flat bellyDo we actually gain weight in perimenopauseComparing yourself to your family instead of an unrealistic bodyWhy hard workouts can backfire on cortisolSetting boundaries with yourself and everyone elseA simple way to practice saying noConsistency vs. intensityWhat "exercise snacks" are and why they countGetting burned out from constant high-intensity trainingThe teacup trick for staying active during the dayEmpty nesting, caregiving, and finally having time for youNutrition basics: protein at every meal, watching portionsWhat a food diary actually shows youIs intermittent fasting right for you?Simplifying your plate instead of overthinking itSleep struggles and the 3am wake-upA trick for quieting your mind at nightThe closing message: there's nothing wrong with youWhere to find Heike and her book, Pursue Your SparkHeike Yates' Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/?hl=en  Podcast: https://heikeyates.com/category/podcast/  Website: https://heikeyates.com/  Book & Podcast: Pursue Your Spark  🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women navigating the hardest seasons of their lives. ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz https://drmirandanaylor.com/hormone-quiz-start/ 🩺 Ready to feel like yourself again? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor. http://drmirandanaylor.com/schedule-now 💊Get 20% off Needed supplements with code DRNAYLOR or this link: neededcreator.pxf.io/GmE69m  📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram  http://drmirandanaylor.com/schedule-now 🌐 Visit my website:  http://drmirandanaylor.com

  2. Jul 20

    The Peptide Surge: Hype vs. Evidence

    Peptides are having a moment, but between the hype, the celebrity mentions, and the DIY internet forums, it's genuinely hard to tell what's backed by real evidence and what's just noise. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor talks with Dr. Jeff Gross, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who spent almost 30 years treating neck and back problems before moving into regenerative and longevity medicine. Jeff started using stem cells, exosomes and peptides to help patients stuck between "not bad enough for surgery" and "nothing else is working." It eventually became the focus of his practice, Recellebrate. Now he helps patients use these tools to support healing, muscle, skin, and long-term health. We'll explore:  ✔️ What "FDA-approved" actually means and why it has nothing to do with whether something works  ✔️ Why peptides have surged in popularity right now (and the role distrust in Big Pharma plays)  ✔️ The real evidence base behind peptides, and why the big randomized trials don't exist  ✔️ Jeff's favorite peptides for muscle, skin, and longevity, and how they pair with GLP-1s  ✔️ The truth about where peptides are sourced and how to make sure yours are safe  ✔️ Stem cells vs. exosomes vs. peptides, and when to use each  ✔️ Common myths and misconceptions that keep people from trying these therapies  ✔️ How to find the right clinician if you want to explore this path If you've been curious about peptides but weren't sure whether to trust what you're seeing online, this conversation should clear a lot of it up. Topics Covered: Why peptides are everywhere right now Jeff's path from neurosurgery to regenerative medicine Why peptides are surging in popularity What "FDA-approved" really means The actual evidence behind peptides Why Big Pharma can't patent natural peptides Jeff's favorite peptides and where he sees the best results GLPs, muscle loss, and saggy skin Muscle as a longevity organ Peptides for muscle: tesamorelin, ipamorelin, CJC-1295 The copper peptide GHK-Cu and skin rejuvenation Why hormone optimization matters alongside peptides Where peptides actually come from Compounding pharmacies vs. research-use suppliers Common myths and misconceptions Are peptides allowed for professional athletes? Stem cells, exosomes, and cell signaling 101 Stacking peptides and exosomes together How to get started safely Jeff's closing message: don't take no for an answer How to work with Dr. Jeff Gross Dr. Jeff Gross's Links: Website: https://www.recellebrate.com/    Social: @reCELLebrate   🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more people navigating their health and longevity journey. ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz https://drmirandanaylor.com/hormone-quiz-start/ 🩺 Ready to feel like yourself again? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor. http://drmirandanaylor.com/schedule-now 💊Get 20% off Needed supplements with code DRNAYLOR or this link: neededcreator.pxf.io/GmE69m  📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram  http://drmirandanaylor.com/schedule-now 🌐 Visit my website:  http://drmirandanaylor.com

  3. Jul 14

    Why Eating Less and Exercising More Stops Working in Midlife

    Many women in their late 30s and 40s come to Dr. Miranda Naylor with the same frustration, their weight and energy just aren't cooperating anymore, and nothing that used to work seems to work now. In this episode Dr. Naylor sits down with Stephanie and Marnie of The Art of Living Well podcast, two board certified integrative health practitioners, to talk about what's really going on with metabolism in midlife. They get into the perfect storm of hormones, muscle loss, stress and sleep that hits women hardest at this stage, and why the old rules around calories, cardio and intermittent fasting can actually backfire.  We'll explore: ✔️ Why metabolism struggles in midlife aren't a willpower issue ✔️ How much protein you actually need and why most women are falling short ✔️ The connection between stress, cortisol and stubborn belly fat ✔️ Why alcohol affects women's sleep and metabolism more than we think ✔️ Simple, sustainable steps to start rebalancing your body today If you've felt like your body stopped listening to you somewhere in your 40s, this episode will help you understand why, and what you can actually do about it. Timestamps The concern Dr. Naylor hears from women in their late 30s and 40sIntroducing Stephanie and Marnie of The Art of Living WellWhy metabolism becomes such a big deal in midlifeThe perfect storm of hormones, stress and lifestyleWhy this isn't a willpower problemWhat actually influences your metabolic rateWhy strength training matters so much right nowThe role of protein and why most women aren't eating enoughHow much protein you actually needAiming higher short term, then dialing it backWhy tracking protein for a week can be so eye openingListening to your body's signalsWhy stress doesn't get talked about enoughHow cortisol connects to belly fatSleep, stress and that ripple effect on hunger hormonesGetting stuck in the metabolic loopSmall shifts that turn the spiral upward insteadThe insulin and blood sugar connectionWhat a continuous glucose monitor can teach youPersonal experiences wearing a CGMWhy eating three real meals a day mattersRethinking cardio and where strength training fits inThe truth about intermittent fasting and bio-individualityWhy so many wellness trends are built for male bodiesHow women carry stress differentlyWhy sleep quality matters more than hoursWhat tracking sleep revealedThe direct link between alcohol and sleep scoresSmall, sustainable steps to start withWhere to start if this all feels like a lotThe Vitality Reboot program explainedWhere to find Stephanie and Marnie Stephanie and Marnie’s Links: Podcast: The Art of Living Well podcast (search on any platform) Website: https://theartoflivingwell.us/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofliving_well/ 🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women navigating the hardest seasons of their lives. Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 💊Get 20% off Needed supplements with code DRNAYLOR or this link 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

  4. Jul 6

    Are You Running Out of Time to Have Kids? A Nuanced Conversation About Ovarian Aging in Your

    Most women don't check their fertility numbers until they're already trying to conceive. By then, they may have fewer options than they expected. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor shares a patient story that raises a question more women should be asking sooner. She talks about what AMH can tell you, why it sometimes comes back lower than expected even when everything else looks normal, and why the viral fertility claims you see online rarely tell the full story.  We'll explore:  ✔️ What AMH is and what it can and can't tell you about your fertility  ✔️ A real patient case where low AMH revealed more than expected  ✔️ How vitamin D and iron levels can affect AMH without you realizing it  ✔️ Why testing early gives you options that waiting just doesn't  If you're in your 30s and wondering whether you're running out of time, this one's for you. Topics Covered A quick solo episode on something Dr. Naylor keeps seeing in her practice Who this episode is for What AMH actually is and why it's used as a marker of egg supply Other fertility markers like hormone levels and antral follicle count The patient case where her AMH came back low Other blood work that can affect AMH like vitamin D and iron Why women aren't getting the full nuanced picture on this What family building can look like without a partner or a set plan The real question of when we should start checking these things Why AMH usually isn't checked unless it's already a stated goal Patients who got blindsided by early perimenopause Why losing the choice can feel devastating even if you didn't want kids Why checking now beats finding out once you're already struggling The emotional weight of this work as a doctor and a guideWhen cycles look fine but AMH is telling a different story What can actually change once you know early enough Final thoughts, and how to reach out with your own questions Her closing message and offer of support 🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women navigating the hardest seasons of their lives. ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

  5. Jun 30

    Somatic Healing Through Divorce: From Surviving to Awakening

    Most women going through divorce are told to lawyer up, divide the assets, and move on. Nobody talks about what's happening inside your body. Divorce stirs up things nobody prepares you for. The brain fog, the old wounds, the emotional rollercoaster, and somehow you're supposed to go from decades of intimacy to a business transaction overnight. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor sits down with Olivia Horoshko, the Somatic Divorce Coach, a breathwork and nervous system regulation specialist who personally navigated divorce, perimenopause, job loss, and a home sale all at once and came out the other side with a whole new calling. She now helps women move through divorce from the inside out, using somatic healing to process what the legal system never touches. We'll explore: ✔️ Why divorce is a body experience, not just a legal and emotional one ✔️ What somatic healing actually is and why it works when talk therapy alone doesn't ✔️ The gray divorce statistic that shows you are far from alone ✔️ How perimenopause and divorce collide and what that does to your nervous system ✔️ The childhood fault lines that quietly shape our adult relationships ✔️ Red flags that signal your body needs support through this process  ✔️ How to move from reaction to response even with a triggering ex ✔️ What breathwork actually is (hint: it's not just Wim Hof) ✔️ The two minute reset you can do before any hard conversation If you're going through a separation or divorce and feel like your brain is scrambled eggs, this one's for you. Timestamps 00:07 Why divorce is so hard on the body and mind 02:31 Olivia's background and what led her to this work 03:06 The trifecta (plus one) that changed everything 05:40 What is somatic healing and why does it matter 06:00 The gray divorce statistic you need to hear 07:05 Signs your body is in shock and needs support 09:06 Why going transactional overnight is impossible 13:00 The emotional triggers and how to recognize them 15:01 Perimenopause, divorce, and the hormonal connection 19:00 Feeling alone, broken, and unworthy, you're not 21:13 The cultural pressure women carry and survival mode 21:41 Divine feminine vs divine masculine energy explained 24:20 What are fault lines and how do they show up in divorce 27:46 Childhood wounds don't have to be dramatic to leave a mark 29:02 How to get curious about your triggers and start healing 32:02 Where to start: the four week reset and what it looks like 35:05 Breathwork basics, what it actually is and isn't 1:02:46 The two minute breathing tool before any hard conversation 1:04:29 Olivia's closing message for women on the other side of this 1:05:42 How to work with Olivia Olivia Horoshko’s Links: Instagram: @oliviadoyne Website: https://www.thesomaticdivorcecoach.com/separation-survival-session  🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women navigating the hardest seasons of their lives. ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 💊Get 20% off Needed supplements with code DRNAYLOR or this link 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

  6. Jun 22

    Coming Home to Your Body: Pain-Free Sex, Real Pleasure & Self-Acceptance

    We're rarely taught how our own arousal actually works, or that painful sex, low libido, and feeling disconnected in the bedroom are common but not normal. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor sits down with Brittney Ellers, a pelvic PT and pelvic health embodiment guide, for an honest conversation about pelvic wellbeing, pleasure, and intimacy. They go beyond the physical and talk about what makes us feel safe, how trust shapes our sex lives, and how reclaiming your sexuality can change so many other parts of your life too. We'll cover: ✔️ Why "strong" isn't really the goal for your pelvic floor ✔️ How chronic tightness develops and why it can cause pain or leaking ✔️ The connection between breath, fascia, and pelvic floor function ✔️ What painful sex can actually look like and what's behind it ✔️ Understanding your arousal anatomy and why it takes time ✔️ Giving yourself permission to explore desire and build your own "sex lab" ✔️ Brittney's personal story of rebuilding intimacy after a hard season ✔️ Why connection, not just sex, is what most partners are really after ✔️ Boundaries, self trust, and working through past experiences ✔️ Body image, the good girl narrative, and reclaiming your sexuality ✔️ Signs you might be more disconnected from your sexuality than you realize ✔️ What a pelvic floor therapy session actually looks like ✔️ How receptivity and pleasure tie into fertility ✔️ Why it's okay for sex, and healing, to be easy and fun If you've ever wondered whether your libido will come back, or felt too embarrassed to ask these questions out loud, this one is for you. Timestamps 0:07 Why this episode is for every woman 2:23 Welcoming Brittney Ellers back to the podcast 3:03 Busting the "strong pelvic floor" myth 4:57 Why tightness can become a problem 8:20 How breath, fascia, and the pelvic floor are connected 10:44 What causes pelvic floor tightness 11:07 What painful sex can actually look like 13:02 Understanding your arousal network 15:23 Why arousal takes 25 to 40 minutes (and why that's a good thing) 17:51 Lubrication and not overriding your body's signals 19:33 Permission to explore desire and build your own "sex lab" 21:07 Brittney's story of rebuilding intimacy after a hard season 25:32 Why connection matters more to men than we realize 27:49 Boundaries, safety, and working through past experiences 31:24 Body image and the good girl narrative 33:39 Brittney's personal story of sexual shame and reclamation 36:03 Signs you might be disconnected from your sexuality 39:55 The Sex and the City archetypes and the "well f****d woman" 42:08 Identity work: trying on a new persona 48:17 What a pelvic floor therapy session actually looks like 52:30 Sex, receptivity, and unexplained infertility 56:08 What if it could just be easy? 59:00 Where to start: Brittney's free Arousal Anatomy Adventure Dr. Brittney Ellers’ Links: Website: https://www.brittneyellers.com  Free: The Arousal Anatomy Adventure https://www.brittneyellers.com/arousal-anatomy-adventure  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b.ellers Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrBrittneyEllers  Listen to Brittney's first episode on the podcast: https://modernwomenswellness.buzzsprout.com/2464247/episodes/17108796-episode-9-let-s-talk-pelvic-health-pain-free-periods-better-sex-reclaiming-your-body-with-brittney-ellers 🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a positive review to help us reach other women on a journey to wellness! ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

  7. Jun 15

    Slowing Ovarian Aging: Buying Yourself More Time

    Most women have been told their fertility timeline is fixed. It's not, at least not entirely. If you're in your 30s and feeling the pressure of that ticking clock, this episode will change the way you think about your ovarian health. Because it's not just about how many eggs you have left. It's about how fast your ovaries are aging and what you can actually do about it. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor breaks down ovarian aging, what's driving it, and the lifestyle levers you can pull right now to slow it down, protect your fertility, and support a healthier pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause journey. We'll explore:  ✔️ The difference between chronologic age, biologic age, and ovarian age  ✔️ The new Menotime test and what it can tell you about your ovarian aging timeline ✔️ Why genetics is only 50% of the story and what you actually control  ✔️ How blood sugar instability silently damages ovarian health  ✔️ The role of stress and the nervous system in shutting down ovulation  ✔️ How chronic inflammation and gut health accelerate ovarian aging  ✔️ Why mitochondrial health is central to this conversation  ✔️ Endocrine disrupting chemicals to avoid and easy swaps to make  ✔️ Key supplements like CoQ10 that support ovarian health and fertility  ✔️ Why community, joy, and rest are part of the protocol too If you've ever felt like your fertility window is closing and there's nothing you can do, this one's for you. Topics Covered: The ticking clock and a new way to think about it What is ovarian age? Why ovarian health matters beyond fertility The Menotime test and what's new in ovarian aging science Genetics is only half the story Menopause isn't the enemy, rapid aging is How much time can we actually buy? Blood sugar and metabolic health as drivers of ovarian aging What to eat to support stable blood sugar and healthy ovulation Stress, the nervous system, and the survival reproduction connection Practical ways to support your parasympathetic nervous system Inflammation and how it damages ovarian tissue Anti-inflammatory diet: what to eat and what to limit Gut health and leaky gut as a source of systemic inflammationMitochondrial health and why it matters Endocrine disrupting chemicals and how to reduce your exposure Supplementation: CoQ10, ALA, PQQ, and urolithin A Getting personalized information about your ovarian age Making it sustainable, building a lifestyle not a checklist Wrap up and action steps🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women on a journey to better health! Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

  8. Jun 9

    Painful Periods Aren't Normal (And What You Can Do to Stop the Pain) with Dr. Cecilia Cruz

    Most women have been told that painful periods are just part of life. They're not. Bloating, spotting, pain with intercourse, exhaustion. These are signals from your body that something is wrong. Yet so many women walk out of their doctor's office with a birth control prescription and no real answers. In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor sits down with Dr. Cecilia Cruz, functional medicine physician, preventive medicine specialist, and associate physician at Modern Women's Wellness. Dr. Cruz personally healed her own endometriosis through functional medicine and now helps other women do the same. They get into what's actually driving period pain, what's truly normal during your cycle, and what you can do about it. We'll explore:  ✔️ Why period pain has been over-normalized and what's actually considered normal ✔️ Red flags during your cycle that are often overlooked or dismissed  ✔️ The root causes of period pain from inflammation and gut health to endometriosis and fibroids  ✔️ How an anti-inflammatory and Mediterranean style diet can make a real difference ✔️ The best food sources and supplements for omega-3s  ✔️ Why self-treating with supplements without testing can backfire  ✔️ How functional medicine testing leads to personalized, targeted treatment  ✔️ How to work with Dr. Cruz at Modern Women's Wellness If you've ever been told painful periods are just something you have to live with, this one's for you. Topics Covered: Why period pain is over-normalized Dr. Cruz's background in functional and preventive medicine Dr. Cruz's personal journey with endometriosis What is actually normal during a menstrual cycle Red flags to watch out for How stress and lifestyle impact period pain Root causes of period pain Can period pain actually be eliminated? Anti-inflammatory diet and omega-3s When to work with a functional medicine provider Why testing matters more than symptom-chasing The dangers of unsupervised supplementation How to work with Dr. CruzDr. Cruz’s link: Free Clarity Call for Dr. Cruz — https://drmirandanaylor.com/schedule-now/schedule-dr-cecila-cruz/ Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/dr.cececruz/ 🎧 Hit Subscribe or Follow so you never miss an episode. And if this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to leave a review. It helps us reach more women on a journey to better health! ______ Links 💫 What’s your hormone type? Take the quiz 🩺  Ready to feel like yourself again with personalized support? Book your free clarity call with Dr. Naylor 📲 Follow Dr. Naylor on Instagram 🌐 Visit my website

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Modern Women's Wellness Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities of women's health, hormone balance, and fertility. Hosted by Dr. Miranda Naylor, a board-certified functional medicine doctor, this podcast delivers science-backed insights and expert advice tailored to women on a mission to transform their health.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Miranda Naylor
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dr. Miranda Naylor, DO, Inc.
  • Show Website
    Modern Women's Wellness

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