Woven Well: Natural Fertility Podcast

Caitlin Estes
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  • Alternative Health
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Top 2.5% 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. 4d ago

    Ep. 223: Developing a Prayerful Family Planning Mentality, with Laura Ducote

    Do you pray about your family planning intentions? What are the moments when you feel drawn to offer up prayer to God? Is it when you really hope you *aren't* pregnant? Or when you truly pray that you *are*? Or can prayer offer more to us than just an opportunity to put in a "special request"? In today's episode, fellow FCP Laura Ducote and Caitlin talk about the role of prayer and discernment in natural family planning and how formative it can be for you, your marriage, and your children. Developing a prayerful family planning mentality doesn't happen instantly, but we talk through some things you can do today to begin welcoming God into this area of your life. GUEST BIO: Laura Ducote is a Family Nurse Practitioner with training in NaProTechnology and is currently a FertilityCare Practitioner at Woven Natural Fertility Care.  NOTE: This episode talks about discernment in family planning and intimacy, so it does include wording related to those topics.  SHOW NOTES: **Pre-order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide for Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness here: https://www.wovenfertility.com/pre-order-woven-well Ep. 38: Prayer Guide for the Female Body Ep. 29: Should we think theologically about fertility? with Dr. Cameron Jorgenson Ep. 213: Stewarding Your Cycles & Fertility as a Gift with Laura Ducote, FCP, FNP 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...

    20 min

  2. Jun 5

    Ep. 222: Finding Her Worth Through 12+ Years of Infertility, with client Kelsey

    Kelsey & her husband have been struggling through what she calls "long haul" infertility for the last 12 years. Throughout her trying to conceive journey, she's questioned her worth, cried out to God on the floor, and seen dozens of doctors. In the midst of it all, she is clear that God has been faithful and present as He's open and closed doors. Twelve years into marriage, they are the parents of 4 children through adoption and finally ready to share some of their good story with the world. Listen to Kelsey share how she rediscovered her worth as a woman and why she continues to pursue certain medical treatments even in the midst of the unknown. GUEST BIO: Kelsey is a wife, mama to four through adoption, and a holistic dietitian living on a small organic farm in Tennessee. She is also a client of Woven Natural Fertility Care. NOTE: This episode is open about some of the challenges related to foster care and adoption. SHOW NOTES: Ep. 109: Should all Christians adopt?, with guest, Kelley Ramsey Ep. 37: Infertility 101 Ep. 64: Unexplained Infertility Ep. 208: Unexplained Secondary Infertility Didn't Sit Right With Her, So She Got Answers. Client Story: Magan 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...

    18 min

  3. May 29

    Ep. 221: Sauna vs Cold Plunge for Women: What You Need to Know, with FDNP Allie Parsons

    Saunas and cold plunges are all the rage, but are they all that good for women (and especially women of reproductive years)? We opened up our Instagram stories to your questions and this episode is devoted to answering the most frequently asked, including:  - What do saunas and cold plunges actually do for the body?  - Why do they impact women and men differently?  - When is the best time to use a sauna or cold plunge? When should they be avoided?  - How does menstrual cycle phase impact their effects?  - Is there a difference between a steam sauna or red-light sauna? Which is better? NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. GUEST BIO: Allie Parsons is a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and owner of Off Beet Holistic Nutrition, where she and her team utilize functional lab testing and nutrition coaching to help men and women heal their health issues at the root cause level. She is the author of Wilted Women, a book that connects faith and science and encourages women to live into their full potential by caring for their bodies the way the Lord intended. She lives in Birmingham, Alabama on a small farm with her husband, one year old daughter, and plethora of farm animals. SHOW NOTES:  Allie's Book -- Wilted Women: Cultivate a Healthy Body and Stand Tall Once More Off Beet Holistic Nutrition website Ep. 166: How balancing minerals transforms your period and fertility, with Tori Black 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...

    19 min

  4. May 22

    Ep. 220: What are Reproductive Biomarkers? Do I really need to know?

    We all know our four vital signs and how to take our heart rate, but what about reproductive vital signs? Are there any? YES and they're called reproductive biomarkers. Today's episode lays out the key biomarkers that you can use in your daily life for family planning and health diagnosis (as well as bonus ones that may be more specific to you). Looking for help finding the right method of tracking reproductive biomarkers for you? Our new book, Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide for Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness is here to help! You can pre-order the book now through these links or call your local book store to request it! NOTE: This episode is appropriate for most audiences but does refer to sex education and uses the word 'libido.' SHOW NOTES:  **Pre-order Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide for Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness here: https://www.wovenfertility.com/pre-order-woven-well Join us for an upcoming Intro Session  Ep. 212: Traditional Chinese Medicine explains period blood clots, with guest Emily Keuntz, M.S., L.Ac. 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...

    14 min

  5. May 15

    Ep. 219: Practical Use of Mira Hormone Monitor with Fertility Awareness Methods

    The Mira Hormone Monitor is a part of a growing Femtech movement designed to make reproductive hormone data available to women in an at-home setting. It promises a lot, but it's not cheap, so many women have some questions before they're ready to buy:  How does Mira work? What will it require of the user? What kind of data does it actually provide? Does it work for every cycle type and every reproductive intention? Can it confirm ovulation? How? Can it be used with fertility awareness methods? To answer these questions and more, Caitlin invited Rose Mackenzie, Clinical Manager at Mira and FABM coach to talk about Mira and offer some special promotions to our listeners. Why special promotions? Because Mira is one of our sponsors for the upcoming book promotion of Caitlin's new book: Woven Well: A Christian Woman's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness. More info below!  NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. GUEST BIO: As the Clinical Manager at Mira, Rose assists healthcare professionals and providers in successfully using Mira with their patients. With over 10 years of experience as a natural family planning instructor trained in the Marquette Method and Sympto-Thermal Method, Rose has extensive experience assisting women using the Mira monitor for hormone monitoring and health promotion including women tracking their hormones in regular cycles, irregular cycles, postpartum amenorrhea, perimenopause, and chemo-induced menopause. SHOW NOTES: ALL pre-orders for Woven Well: A Christian Women's Guide to Reproductive Health, Fertility, and Wholeness are entered to win a Mira Hormone Monitor and Ultra4 Wand Kit! (Value of $250+) What does this mean for you? See below. #1. Pre-order the book here or here or your favorite book retailer.  #2. Upload your receipt info here. Congrats! You're entered to win! * Want to order a Mira now? * Remember: Clients of Woven Natural Fertility Care receive a discount! Reach out to Caitlin for the code! 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...

    20 min

  6. May 8

    Ep. 218: Pelvic Floor Isn't Just for Pregnancy: Preventative Tips & At Home Therapy with Dr. Erin Suellentrop, PT, DPT

    Have you heard the stereotype of women peeing when they sneeze or laugh as they get older? What's up with that? Can it be prevented? What about pelvic pain, constipation, or tampon discomfort? All of these have one thing in common: pelvic floor health. Notice that the commonality is NOT pregnancy or delivery, like is often believed. Women can have pelvic floor issues, like urinary incontinence, when they are young, unmarried, or have never had biological children. The real question is: what can we do to prevent pelvic floor dysfunction like this? Pelvic floor exercises? Breathing techniques? Therapy? To answer that question and more, we've welcomed Dr. Erin Suellentrop, orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist to answer your most asked question! NOTE: This episode may not be appropriate for all audiences as it does reference intercourse. GUEST BIO: Dr. Erin Suellentrop is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the founder of ADAPT Physical Therapy in Wichita, Kansas, where she specializes in orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapy. She helps women improve their pelvic floor to feel better in the gym, in the bedroom, and in their daily life. SHOW NOTES: ADAPT Physical Therapy, Wichita, KS Ep. 8: Pelvic Floor 101 (Part 1) Ep. 9: Pelvic Floor 101 with Dr. Rachel Moran (Part 2) 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...

    18 min

  7. May 1

    Ep. 217: What Are Bioethics and Why Do We Need Them in Reproductive Technology? with bioethicist, Katelyn Walls Shelton

    What does it mean to be human? And how does the answer to that question impact how we view medicine and medical advancements? Bioethicist, Katelyn Walls Shelton, shares an introduction to bioethics in the reproductive health space and gives listeners two questions to ask when considering next steps to take, whether it's about birth control, IVF, or anything in between. We only scratched the surface, so we'll be sure to have her back on soon! NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. GUEST BIO: Katelyn Walls Shelton is a visiting fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and a recipient of the Robert Novak Journalism Award. She is a women's health policy expert who previously worked at the US Department of Health and Human Services. She graduated from Yale Divinity School and Union University and lives near Washington DC with her husband, John, and their four children. SHOW NOTES: Substack: Technically Human | Katelyn Walls Shelton Substack: Fertile Faith | Caitlin Estes Ministering to Women Includes Physical Health, Christianity Today Ep. 6: The Pill - Facts about Birth Control Ep. 29: Should we think theologically about fertility? with Dr. Cameron Jorgenson Ep. 34: Is Contraception a Faithful Choice for Christians? Ep. 135: Can I trust Natural Birth Control? 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...

    14 min

  8. Apr 24

    Ep. 216: Birth Control Didn't Provide the Relief It Promised, with Kaleigh Van Middendorp

    When Kaleigh started having periods in high school, it kept her from class, theatre, and a normal life. But weren't cramps a "normal" part of periods? She hoped birth control would provide the relief she needed, but that wasn't her story. Hear just a few of the ways birth control affected her life and how she eventually found answers. Because of her journey, she is now passionate about empowering other young girls and women to know how to care for their reproductive health. NOTE: This episode does use the terms sex and sexually active. GUEST BIO: Kaleigh Van Middendorp is the executive director of Guiding Star, Souland in Orange City, Iowa. She holds a bachelor's degree in social work from Northwestern College and is a certified fertility care practitioner as well as a certified doula. But for today's episode, what matters the most is that she's a woman who knows what it's like to go through women's health issues.  SHOW NOTES: Ep. 10: Endometriosis 101 Ep. 53: Is the Receptiva test best for Endometriosis diagnosis?, with Dr. Nicholas Kongoasa Ep. 72: Naprotechnology, with Dr. Pakiz Ep. 91: Ovarian Wedge Resection, with Dr. Christine Hemphill 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 Woven Intro Sessions 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...

    19 min
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Top 2.5% 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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