The WOVA Circle Fertility & TTC Podcast

Gabriela Peytchev
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The WOVA Circle is a podcast for anyone on the path to parenthood, featuring expert voices from both modern medicine and holistic care. Through real stories and grounded guidance, we support every step of your fertility journey—with empathy, insight, and community.

  1. Sep 9

    Tap Water Isn't Safe: The Hidden Toxins Affecting Your Fertility & Health with Dr Aly Cohen

    🎙️ In this episode of The WOVA Circle Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Aly Cohen, board-certified integrative rheumatologist and environmental health expert, for an eye-opening conversation about environmental toxins, tap water contamination, and what it really means for your hormones, fertility, and long-term health. We're told to drink more water and eat clean, but what if the water itself is part of the problem? Tap water can carry hundreds to thousands of contaminants, many of which go undisclosed, and when it comes to fertility, pregnancy, and hormone health, daily exposure adds up more than most people realize. Dr. Aly breaks down what's actually in our water, which exposures matter most, and why you don't need to overhaul your entire life to make a meaningful difference. We talk about the swaps that have the highest impact, how nutrition supports your body's natural detoxification processes, and why a whole-body approach, covering environment, nutrition, sleep, and stress, matters more than trying to do everything perfectly. What you'll learn in this episode: What's actually in most tap water, and why it's not well regulatedHow environmental toxins affect hormones, fertility, and pregnancyWhy you can't avoid every exposure, and why that's okayThe highest-impact swaps to prioritize firstHow nutrition supports your body's natural detoxificationA whole-body approach: environment, nutrition, sleep, and stressHow to make changes that are sustainable, not overwhelming✨ This episode is for anyone trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or navigating perimenopause or menopause who wants practical, science-backed guidance on reducing toxic exposure without the overwhelm. 🎧 Tune in now for an honest, empowering conversation about environmental health and what it means for your fertility and hormones. ____________________ 🌱 WOVA Health Fertility support for everything that happens outside the walls of a doctor's appointment: the questions that arise at all hours with nowhere to go, the daily habits and decisions that feel impossible to navigate alone, the lifestyle factors that influence fertility, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with every step of the process. Personalized daily guidance from 20+ leading fertility and health specialists. Available every single day. For about the cost of a monthly streaming subscription. ____________________ 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova ____________________ Dr. Aly's Resources: Website: https://alycohenmd.com Podcast: https://alycohenmd.com/podcast Books: https://alycohenmd.com/books ____________________ WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their fertility journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider. Dr. Aly is not affiliated with WOVA and does not endorse the WOVA app or any related products. WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  2. Aug 11

    When TTC Kills Your Sex Life: Reconnecting With Intimacy & Desire | Dr. Stockwell

    🎙️ In this episode of The WOVA Circle Fertility Podcast, I’m joined by Alexandra Stockwell, MD, physician, relationship and intimacy expert, and author of Uncompromising Intimacy, for an honest conversation about love, desire, and intimacy during the fertility journey. When sex becomes another item on the TTC to-do list, intimacy can start to disappear. What began with excitement and connection can become scheduled, pressured, and focused entirely on conception. But what happens when couples stop treating intimacy as something they have to “get through” and start finding their way back to curiosity, pleasure, and connection? Alexandra challenges the idea that compromise is always the key to a healthy relationship and explains what it means to be uncompromising in love. We talk about how curiosity can transform a relationship, how to communicate honestly about what you actually want, and how couples can reconnect with sensuality and desire, even during one of the most stressful seasons of their relationship. We also get very practical, with Alexandra sharing specific tools couples can use during the fertility journey, from non-sexual physical touch to five minutes of daily pleasure and the “conscious redo” for interrupting negative relationship patterns. What you’ll learn in this episode: ❤️ Why compromise isn’t always the answer in a relationship ❤️ What it really means to be uncompromising in love ❤️ How curiosity can transform intimacy and connection ❤️ Why desire can disappear when sex becomes focused on having a baby ❤️ How scheduled sex and fertility treatment can affect a couple’s relationship ❤️ How to communicate so you actually feel heard ❤️ Why non-sexual physical touch can be especially important during the fertility journey ❤️ How couples can reconnect with desire, pleasure, and playfulness ❤️ Why five minutes of daily pleasure can make a difference ❤️ How the “conscious redo” can help interrupt negative relationship patterns ❤️ Why conflict and passion aren't necessarily opposites ✨ This episode is for anyone trying to conceive who has felt the pressure of scheduled sex, lost some of their desire, or simply wants to protect their relationship while navigating fertility challenges. You’ll walk away with practical ways to bring more curiosity, connection, pleasure, and playfulness back into your relationship. 🎧 Tune in now for an honest and empowering conversation about intimacy, desire, and staying connected while trying to build a family. _____________________ 🌱 WOVA Health Fertility support for everything that happens outside the walls of a doctor's appointment: the questions that arise at all hours with nowhere to go, the daily habits and decisions that feel impossible to navigate alone, the lifestyle factors that influence fertility, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with every step of the process. Personalized daily guidance from 20+ leading fertility and health specialists. Available every single day. For about the cost of a monthly streaming subscription. 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova _____________________ Alexandra Stockwell's Resources: Website: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com Her book: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book/ Podcast: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/podcast Understanding the Complexities of the Sexual Differences Between Men and Women podcast episode Dr Stockwell mentioned during our talk: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/understanding-the-complexity-of-the-sexual-differences-between-men-and-women-feat-sheri-winston/ _____________________ WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  3. Jul 19

    Gut Health and Fertility: How the Microbiome Impacts Hormones, PCOS, Thyroid & Endometriosis with Katie Chapmon

    🎙️ In this episode of The WOVA Circle Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by registered dietitian nutritionist Katie Chapmon to explore the powerful connection between gut health, hormones, and fertility. Katie shares why symptoms like painful periods, bloating, fatigue, and digestive issues shouldn't always be dismissed as "normal," and explains how the gut influences everything from estrogen metabolism and stress resilience to thyroid health and reproductive function. We also discuss why PCOS was recently renamed PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), what to know about GLP-1 medications when trying to conceive, and why it's never too late to make meaningful changes that support your fertility and long-term health. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com | Instagram: @wovahealth What you'll learn in this episode: 🌿 How gut health influences hormones, inflammation, and fertility 🌿 Signs your menstrual cycle may be trying to tell you something 🌿 Why sleep, stress, and everyday habits shape hormone health over time 🌿 What to know about GLP-1 medications and fertility 🌿 Why PCOS is now PMOS and what this change means 🌿 How IBS, thyroid dysfunction, and endometriosis can affect whole-body health and fertility ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone trying to conceive, navigating hormonal symptoms, or wanting a deeper understanding of how gut health, metabolism, and reproductive health are connected. You'll walk away with practical, approachable strategies to support your body—wherever you are in your fertility journey. 🎧 Tune in now for an empowering conversation about hormonal resilience, whole-body health, and the small changes that can make a meaningful difference over time. ____________________ Katie's Resources: Website: https://www.katiechapmon.com/ Instagram  / @katiechapmonnutrition ____________________ 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. 🌿 Connect with WOVA: at www.wovahealth.com Join WOVA: https://www.wovahealth.com/enroll-in-program  Take the Fertility Quiz: https://tally.so/r/448gjY Gabie’s Story: https://www.wovahealth.com/about 💚 FOLLOW ME ON: https://www.instagram.com/wovahealth/  💚 NEWSLETTER: https://subscribepage.io/wova-newsletter-sign-up 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.  WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  4. Jun 18

    Chinese Medicine for Fertility: Egg Quality, Hormones & Holistic Healing with Dr. Susan Fox

    🎙️ In this episode of the WOVA Circle Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Susan Fox, fertility expert and doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine with 20+ years of clinical experience. Susan shares her whole-body, integrative approach to fertility care, blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with functional medicine, nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental health to support people trying to conceive. We explore why Susan considers Chinese medicine "traditional" rather than "alternative," the concept of Jing — your reproductive essence — and how to protect it, and how TEAS, a take-home acupuncture protocol, has been shown to boost live birth rates by 42% in women over 35. Susan also breaks down the role of environmental toxins, what to look for when sourcing quality herbs, and a new blood test that can detect silent endometriosis without surgery. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com | Instagram: @wovahealth What you'll learn in this episode: 🌿 Why Dr. Fox calls TCM "traditional" medicine, not "alternative"  🌿 The Five Elements framework and how it maps to your fertility  🌿 What "Jing" is and how to protect your egg reserve  🌿 How TEAS can boost live birth rates by 42% in women over 35  🌿 The environmental toxins quietly affecting your fertility  🌿 How a new blood test can catch silent endometriosis ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone trying to conceive, exploring holistic options alongside conventional care, or wanting a deeper understanding of how whole-body health influences fertility. You'll walk away with practical tools and a more empowered perspective on your path to parenthood. 🎧 Tune in now for an honest, science-informed conversation about ancient wisdom, modern research, and what truly supports fertility. ____________________ Dr Susan Fox Resources: Website: https://healthyouniversity.co Instagram  / @dr.susan.fox YouTube /  @healthyouniversity   ____________________ 🌿 Connect with WOVA: at www.wovahealth.com Join WOVA: https://www.wovahealth.com/enroll-in-program  Take the Fertility Quiz: https://tally.so/r/448gjY 90-Day Egg Quality Guide: https://www.wovahealth.com/freebies 90-Day Sperm Health Guide: https://www.wovahealth.com/freebies Gabie’s Story: https://www.wovahealth.com/about 💚 FOLLOW ME ON: https://www.instagram.com/wovahealth/  💚 NEWSLETTER: https://subscribepage.io/wova-newsletter-sign-up 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  5. May 20

    Yes, You Can Get Pregnant: Aimee Raupp

    🎙️ In this episode of the WOVA Circle Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by Aimee Raupp, fertility expert, acupuncturist, and bestselling author of Yes, You Can Get Pregnant. Aimee shares her whole-body, integrative approach to fertility care, blending traditional and functional medicine, nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional wellbeing to support people trying to conceive. We explore the deeper story behind “unexplained infertility,” the importance of root-cause diagnostics, and why fertility outcomes are often influenced by far more than age alone. Aimee also breaks down common gaps in IVF care, the role of inflammation, insulin resistance, and hormone health, and how personalized approaches can shift outcomes. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com | Instagram: @wovahealth What you'll learn in this episode: 🌿 Why “unexplained infertility” is often a missed root-cause diagnosis 🌿 How inflammation, insulin resistance, and hormones impact fertility outcomes 🌿 What deeper diagnostics can reveal before and during IVF 🌿 Why fertility care needs to move beyond one-size-fits-all protocols 🌿 How lifestyle, nutrition, and environment shape reproductive health 🌿 The emotional impact of fertility journeys and the importance of support systems ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone trying to conceive, navigating fertility challenges, or wanting a deeper understanding of how whole-body health influences reproductive outcomes. You’ll walk away with more clarity, more context, and a more empowered perspective on your fertility journey. 🎧 Tune in now for an honest, science-informed conversation about what truly supports fertility and how to approach your path with more confidence and support. ____________________ Resources: Aimee Raupp's website: https://aimeeraupp.com Yes, You Can Get Pregnant by Aimee Raupp (revised edition for 2026, now available): https://amzn.to/4s0vQfS Aimee Raupp on Instagram   / aimeeraupp   and TikTok   / aimeerauppfertility   ____________________ WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  6. Apr 20

    No Regrets, No Myths: The Truth About IVF with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh

    🎙️ In this episode of the WOVA Circle Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Aimee, Harvard-trained reproductive endocrinologist, host of The Egg Whisperer Show, and one of the most well-known fertility specialists in the US. Dr. Aimee shares her whole-body, evidence-based approach to fertility care, blending traditional reproductive medicine with functional health, lifestyle, and emotional wellbeing. We discuss the real story behind IVF success and failure, the myths that are quietly hurting patients' outcomes, and why age, mindset, and whole-body health matter more than most people realize. Dr. Aimee also opens up about her personal journey into reproductive medicine, her thoughts on AI in fertility care, and her upcoming book. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com | Instagram: @wovahealth What you'll learn in this episode:  🌿 What patients should know and ask before starting IVF  🌿 The most common IVF myths that are doing more harm than good  🌿 Why egg quality drives most IVF outcomes and what actually supports it  🌿 How age, sperm health, and the uterine environment impact success  🌿 The emotional toll of IVF and why a fertility therapist belongs on your team from day one  🌿 Where AI in fertility care is promising and where it's still overhyped ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone considering IVF, currently in treatment, or wanting a deeper, whole-person understanding of fertility medicine. You'll walk away more informed, less overwhelmed, and genuinely hopeful about your path forward. 🎧 Tune in now to hear Dr. Aimee's insights and learn how to approach your fertility journey with clarity, confidence, and a whole lot less stress. WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  7. Apr 17

    Healing Shame, Trauma & Stress During Fertility Challenges with Dr. Anna Glezer

    🎙️ In this episode of the WOVA Circle Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Anna Glezer, psychiatrist and founder of Women’s Wellness Psychiatry, to explore the emotional and psychological aspects of fertility. Dr. Glezer shares her integrative, evidence-based approach to supporting women and couples navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and the complex emotional transitions of reproductive health. We discuss the profound effects of stress, shame, trauma, and identity on fertility, relationships, and wellbeing, and how both partners can find support and resilience. Dr. Glezer also provides practical guidance on coping strategies, nervous system regulation, communication with partners and loved ones, and creating a balanced approach to your fertility journey. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com | Instagram: @wovahealth What you’ll learn in this episode: 🌿 How stress and trauma impact fertility and emotional health 🌿 Practical tools for nervous system regulation: breathwork, mindfulness, and grounding 🌿 Coping strategies for both introverted and extroverted personalities 🌿 How shame and societal expectations affect identity during fertility challenges 🌿 Communication strategies for partners navigating differences in emotional coping 🌿 Integrative approaches combining lifestyle, nutrition, therapy, and mindfulness ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone trying to conceive, navigating fertility treatments, or wanting a whole-body, integrative perspective on reproductive and emotional health. You’ll gain actionable strategies to feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout your journey. 🎧 Tune in now to hear Dr. Glezer’s insights and learn how to approach fertility challenges with compassion, balance, and resilience. WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

  8. Feb 15

    Healing Trauma & Stress: Integrative Fertility Support with Dr. Dani Olson

    🎙️ In this episode of the WOVA Circle Podcast, I, Gabie Peytchev, founder of WOVA Health, sit down with Dr. Dani Olson, expert in brain health, chiropractic, Reiki, and holistic wellbeing, to explore how trauma, stress, and the body-mind connection impact fertility. Dr. Dani shares his integrative approach to supporting reproductive health, including structural alignment, energy work, and emotional healing, and how these strategies can complement conventional fertility treatments like IVF or IUI. We dive into practical, evidence-based tools for reducing stress, addressing emotional blocks, and optimizing overall wellbeing for conception. We also discuss how emotions, physical alignment, and energy flow can influence reproductive health, and why small, intentional practices can create meaningful shifts on the fertility journey. 🌐 Connect with WOVA Health: www.wovahealth.com 📸 Instagram: @wovahealth What you’ll learn: 🌿 How trauma, stress, and emotional blocks can affect fertility 🌿 The connection between brain health, structural alignment, and reproductive function 🌿 Evidence-based strategies to reduce stress and support conception naturally or with fertility treatments 🌿 How energy work, visualization, and intentional practices can support your fertility journey 🌿 Practical, integrative steps for individuals and couples navigating fertility challenges 🌿 The importance of holistic, whole-body approaches to reproductive wellbeing ✨ This episode is perfect for anyone trying to conceive, experiencing fertility stress, or looking for integrative approaches to optimize their reproductive health. Dr. Danny shares actionable insights and encouragement to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported on your journey. 🎧 Tune in now to learn how trauma, stress, and holistic practices can shape your fertility journey and how WOVA Health can help you navigate it with confidence. WOVA Health 📲 Get the WOVA App: studio.com/gabie/wova Take the Fertility Quiz: tally.so/r/448gjY Learn more: www.wovahealth.com Gabie's Story: www.wovahealth.com/about Instagram: www.instagram.com/wovahealth/ Newsletter: wova-newsletter-sign-up.subscribepage.io 🎙️ Subscribe & Share If you found this episode helpful, subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone on their TTC journey. Your support helps others find this space. ____________________ DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.

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