Woven Well: Natural Fertility Podcast

Caitlin Estes
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Top 2% ranked natural fertility podcast with short episodes that empower women in their health decisions, family planning options, fertility treatments and more, while honoring the deep connection between faith and fertility. Host, Caitlin Estes, uses her extensive experience as a Certified FertilityCare Practitioner to educate you on all things natural fertility, while interviewing trusted medical professionals (like those trained in NaProTechnology) and real world clients who demonstrate that anyone can see their fertility journey transformed by exploring natural fertility options. 

  1. 6d ago

    Ep. 235: Is Natural Family Planning different than the Rhythm Method?

    Is Natural Family Planning also known as the Rhythm Method? How does the Rhythm Method relate to Fertility Awareness Methods? If you are interested in birth control alternatives, then it's essential that you understand the differences here.   In this episode, Caitlin explains:  ⭐️ What the Rhythm Method is and why everyone knows about it, but not what it does  ⭐️ The explanation of Rhythm Method vs Natural Family Planning and Fertility Awareness Methods  ⭐️ How knowing this information provides red flags for physicians or resources that may not know what they're talking about  ⭐️ What period tracking apps and the Rhythm Method have in common NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. SHOW NOTES: Ep. 2: BASICS - Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton Ep. 59: Can I really use Creighton myself?? Ep. 106: Creighton vs. NaProTechnology - What are they? Ep. 133: 4 Tips for Success with Creighton Model Charting Ep. 142: Cervical Mucus for Fertility Awareness Ep. 200: Step by Step Gameplan for Starting a Fertility Awareness Method/NFP in 2026 Ep. 220: What are Reproductive Biomarkers? Do I really need to know? ⭐️ See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA ⭐️ Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness ⭐️  Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  2. Aug 28

    Ep. 234: This Kills Sexual Desire in Women, with Ellen Holloway

    Are women wired to experience sexual desire around ovulation alone? Why does it plummet afterward? Is this the way it's supposed to be? And are there natural ways to increase sexual desire or increase libido? Today's episode welcomes Catholic sexuality and intimacy coach, Ellen Holloway, to discuss what exactly makes women feel sexual desire and how to recognize if yours is low or normal.  We discuss things like:  ⭐️ What libido is and why we experience it  ⭐️ The biological barriers that stifle healthy sexual desire  ⭐️ Steps you can take to restore sexual desire in your marriage NOTE: Due to subject matter and terminology, it is likely inappropriate for some audiences.  GUEST BIO: Ellen Holloway is the host of the Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy podcast, where she helps Catholic wives rebuild desire, experience pleasure, and strengthen their marriages while staying fully in line with Church teaching. Through her coaching programs and content, she blends faithful Catholic teaching with practical, evidence-based tools to help women want and enjoy sex and intimacy again. Her mission is to break the silence around sex in Catholic marriage and help women experience the joyful and pleasurable marriages God designed them for.  SHOW NOTES: Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy Podcast Ep. 204: Eating Close to Nature for Health and Wellness, with Chandis, RDN Ep. 172: What causes vaginismus and how pain free intimacy is possible for all, with Jess Seitz, OT ⭐️ See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA ⭐️ Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness ⭐️  Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  3. Aug 21

    Ep. 233: Recurrent Miscarriage to Twin Pregnancy Naturally with NaProTechnology, with client, Bettina

    Bettina had experienced recurrent miscarriage and even though her OBGYN "thought he knew why," he wouldn't do testing until she had lost three babies. Instead of waiting for that to happen, Bettina went in search of another opinion and discovered NaProTechnology. In this episode, Caitlin talks with one of her Woven Natural Fertility Care clients, Bettina, to hear what the NaProTechnology physician found that her local OBGYN didn't and how it not only allowed her to successfully carry a twin pregnancy, but also improve her cycles and quality of life moving forward. NOTE: Recurrent pregnancy loss is mentioned in this episode. SHOW NOTES: Ep. 26: Miscarriage 101 - common causes of miscarriage Ep. 106: Creighton vs. NaProTechnology - What are they? Ep. 143: Preventing Miscarriage by optimizing Thyroid with functional med/NaProTechnology, with Amanda Frederick, FNP Ep. 211: Bethany's "One & Done" Endo Surgery for RPL with RESTORE Endometriosis (Client Story) Ep. 215: Treating complex recurrent pregnancy loss through restorative reproductive medicine, with Amanda Frederick, NP ⭐️ See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA ⭐️ Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness ⭐️  Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  4. Aug 14

    Ep. 232: Communion as Comfort When Your Female Body Feels Broken, with Hannah King

    It's not easy being a woman in the world, especially physically. As much as we would like to pretend it doesn't make a difference, it impacts our lives, not only on a physical level, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. And especially when that physical reality is painful or broken or abusive, where is God to be found? For author Hannah Miller King, it was in the simple act of communion. Today's episode looks at the beauty and power of communion for connection with Jesus and healing the broken places we feel in our bodies as women. NOTE: Please be aware that this episode does mention sexual abuse and trauma.  GUEST BIO: Hannah Miller King is a mom, Anglican priest, and writer. She is the associate rector at The Vine Anglican Church in Clyde, NC and the author of Feasting on Hope: How God Sets A Table in the Wilderness. SHOW NOTES: Hannah's Book: Feasting on Hope: How God Sets a Table in the Wilderness Hannah Miller King on Substack: @hannahmillerking ⭐️ See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA ⭐️ Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness ⭐️  Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  5. Aug 7

    Ep. 231: Should I worry about Asherman's Syndrome after a D&C or polypectomy? with Dr. Jessica Miller

    If you need a uterine surgery, you already have a lot on your mind. Polyps or fibroids need to be removed if you're trying to conceive or you may need a D&C after a pregnancy loss or tough postpartum response. In the midst of this, you're told there's the possibility of developing Asherman's Syndrome. What is this syndrome and how likely are you to develop it? Are there signs to point to whether you have it or ways to reduce your chances of developing it? We talk about all of this and more in our interview with Dr. Jessica Miller, NaProTechnology Medical Consultant and Fellowship Trained Surgeon. Episode at a glance: ⭐️ What is Asherman's Syndrome? ⭐️ How can Asherman's to develop Asherman's? ⭐️ Are there things that the doctor or patient can do to reduce the chances of developing it? ⭐️ What are the signs you may have it? ⭐️ How can Asherman's be treated? NOTE:  This does reference pregnancy loss, miscarriage, and D&Cs.  GUEST BIO: Dr. Jessica Miller is a board-certified OB/GYN and fellowship-trained NaPro surgeon in Billings, MT dedicated to root-cause, restorative women’s health. She integrates surgical expertise with a holistic, evidence-based approach to fertility and gynecologic care. Her work focuses on helping women understand their cycles, address underlying conditions, and achieve optimal reproductive health. SHOW NOTES: ⭐️ Register for an Intro Session with Woven: At Woven Natural Fertility Care, we provide an Introductory Class that teaches you what you need to know about your body, how it works, and how to understand it--in a one-hour, virtual class that requires NO prior knowledge. Sign up for an upcoming Intro Session here: August 25, 5:00 p.m. CST September 15, 11:30 a.m. CST ⭐️ Want to suggest a podcast idea? Use this link: Send us a message! ⭐️ See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA ⭐️ Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness ⭐️  Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  6. Jul 31

    Ep. 230: An Easy Fertility Awareness Tip to Help Get Started & Quit Birth Control

    Are you considering a birth control alternative like fertility awareness methods? Are you using a natural birth control option? Getting started can come with challenges and roadblocks, which Caitlin knows all about (as a certified fertility care practitioner). In today's episode, she explores one easy tip that has helped countless couples begin to use natural family planning to avoid pregnancy and to continue to use it as long as they'd like! NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. SHOW NOTES: See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness Related Episodes: Ep. 6: The Pill - Facts about Birth Control Ep. 135: Can I Trust Natural Birth Control? Ep. 165: Using a Fertility Awareness Method on Your Honeymoon?? Ep. 200: Step by Step Gameplan for Starting a Fertility Awareness Method/NFP in 2026 Ep. 2: BASICS - Fertility Method of Choice: Creighton Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  7. Jul 24

    Ep. 229: Unusual Bleeding, Pain, & 5 years of Infertility Resolved with this Approach, with client, Jess

    Jess had dealt with debilitating pain and almost constant bleeding since she was 13 years old. Yet when she was ready to conceive, she was told "all looked normal" and her best shot was IUI. Spoiler alert: Things weren't normal. This episode shares Jess' journey to find out the diagnoses behind "unexplained infertility" and restore her reproductive health while she was trying to conceive. It's honest, it's encouraging, it's empowering. If you're wondering about your own reproductive health and where to turn next, this episode is for you. NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. SHOW NOTES: See Caitlin at one of these upcoming book events! Dallas, TX -- August 29 Denver, CO -- September 2 Raleigh, NC -- TBA Order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness Check out these related Woven Well episodes: Ep. 53: Is the Receptiva test best for Endometriosis diagnosis?, with Dr. Nicholas Kongoasa Ep. 10: Endometriosis 101 Ep. 139: Preventing scarring, adhesions, and repeat endometriosis surgery, with Dr. Naomi Whittaker Ep. 210: What to Look for in an Endometriosis Surgeon for a "One and Done" Surgery, with Dr. Patrick Yeung Ep. 211: Bethany's "One & Done" Endo Surgery for RPL with RESTORE Endometriosis (Client Story) Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

  8. Jul 17

    Ep. 228: Is There A Place for Faith in Women's Health?

    Why is there a Christian book about women's health and fertility? What does faith have to do with PAP smears and endometriosis?? Too often, the only time we see religion take part in conversations around reproductive health is when there's controversy or debate. That is not what we're about, or what our book is about. If you're interested in hearing just a hint of why we talk about faith alongside women's health, this episode is for you. NOTE: This episode is appropriate for most audiences but does mention sex ed. SHOW NOTES: Learn more about the Woven Well Book Woven Well on bookshop.org Woven Well on Amazon Woven Well on Christianbook Caitlin's article in Christianity Today Fertile Faith: Caitlin's Substack Send Us a Text! Support the show Other great ways to connect with Woven Natural Fertility Care:  Learn the Creighton Model System with us! Register here!Get our monthly newsletter: Get the updates!Chat about issues of fertility + faith: Substack Follow us on Instagram: @wovenfertilityWatch our episodes on YouTube: @wovenfertility Love the content? The biggest gift you could give is to click a 5 star review and write why it was so meaningful!  This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, exp...

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Top 2% ranked natural fertility podcast with short episodes that empower women in their health decisions, family planning options, fertility treatments and more, while honoring the deep connection between faith and fertility. Host, Caitlin Estes, uses her extensive experience as a Certified FertilityCare Practitioner to educate you on all things natural fertility, while interviewing trusted medical professionals (like those trained in NaProTechnology) and real world clients who demonstrate that anyone can see their fertility journey transformed by exploring natural fertility options. 

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