The Hormone Genius Podcast

Teresa Kenney and Jamie Rathjen
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The Hormone Genius Podcast

Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

  1. 20 HR. AGO

    S5 Ep. 12: Why Doesn't Your Doctor know the Alternatives to Birth Control? Ask Dr.Rachel Regan

    Have you ever wondered why doctors are unable to offer any alternatives for women's health issues, other than synthetic birth control? Jamie & Teresa will take a shot at answering this question with some help from a family medicine doctor Rachel Regan! Dr. Regan is passionate about other physicians knowing that it is possible to treat with alternatives to birth control, and give more holistic options for her patients. Dr. Rachel Regan is a board-certified Family Medicine physician who is currently practicing in the Dayton, OH area. She is an NFP-only physician and training to be a NaPro Medical Consultant. She graduated from Caribbean Medical University and then completed residency in 2023 through the University of Tennessee in Jackson, TN. As a Catholic physician she is passionate about teaching women about Natural Family Planning and alternatives to birth control, which eventually lead her to creating a website and blog to make information more easily available to women and couples. "I believe that there are much better alternatives to treating reproductive health problems than birth control. Not only does birth control go against many people's moral values and have a many potential side effects, but it can not be used to diagnose or treat the underlying cause of cycle irregularities and infertility. As an NFP-only physician, I wish that teaching about NFP and alternative treatment options was more widely accepted and taught within medical schools." Get a hold of Dr. Rachel Regan here: www.nfpphysician.com & @nfpphysician Thank you to today's sponsor Pearl & Thistle! Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies–from puberty to perimenopause and everything in between! Moms: Pearl & Thistle’s CYCLE PREP video course is the perfect age-appropriate way to teach your daughter about the menstrual cycle, to talk together about what it’s like to get a period, and get lots of helpful tips to know what’s normal for girls in the first few years of cycling… And if you’re in your 40’s and maybe approaching your own time of transition, Perimenopause Prep will teach you all about the hormonal and cycle changes that come with perimenopause (including why your cycles are crazy short!), providing couples with the resources to navigate NFP during this transition with confidence and positivity, together. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy at pearlandthistle.com. Can also follow on instagram @pearlandthistle Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    43 min

  2. NOV 13

    S5 Ep. 11: Endometriosis, Infertility & One Life Changed Through The Hormone Genius

    We have an amazing podcast today on The Hormone Genius. We are joined today by a young woman, Christa Johnston "CJ" who believes that listening to the hormone genius podcast has literally changed her life. It was through an episode about Endometriosis linked here (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-23-all-about-endometriosis-q-a-with-teresa/id1527363397?i=1000512386883) that gave her knowledge about her own symptoms within her body, that led her to find her own diagnosis of endometriosis. This was life changing to her in many ways. CJ is still on a woman's health journey. Her own health issues which include infertility are still ongoing, and she continues to work towards health and healing. CJ will give you an inside look into what it is like to struggle through infertility, see growth in suffering, and to see hope for the future! This is an authentic and real life hormone genius story that will resonate with many of your hearts! Christa "CJ" and her husband live in Minnesota with their rambunctious golden doodle. By day, she teaches the English language to multilingual elementary students. In her free time, she loves writing, speaking, and teaching women about the language of their bodies as a hormone coach certified through the Fiat Institute. Her mission is to accompany, encourage, and empower women with knowledge and natural tools to support their health and the God-given dignity of their design. To find out more about hormone coaching with CJ, email her at info@dignityempowered.com. Thank you to today's sponsor Pearl & Thistle! Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies–from puberty to perimenopause and everything in between! Moms: Pearl & Thistle’s CYCLE PREP video course is the perfect age-appropriate way to teach your daughter about the menstrual cycle, to talk together about what it’s like to get a period, and get lots of helpful tips to know what’s normal for girls in the first few years of cycling… And if you’re in your 40’s and maybe approaching your own time of transition, Perimenopause Prep will teach you all about the hormonal and cycle changes that come with perimenopause (including why your cycles are crazy short!), providing couples with the resources to navigate NFP during this transition with confidence and positivity, together. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy at pearlandthistle.com. Can also follow on instagram @pearlandthistle Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    46 min

  3. NOV 6

    S5 Ep. 10: Thyroid, Minerals, and Emotional Imbalance with Sophie Shepherd

    Jamie & Teresa already knew how much they could learn from Sophie, in our first podcast with her in 2021, but to have her on a 2nd time is truly bringing us to a genius level! Link to previous podcast with Sophie: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-7-gut-health-nutrition-and-getting-to-the/id1527363397?i=1000537722494 When Sophie Shepherd first started, SHE Talks Health back in 2017, she had but one goal – elevating and creating awareness about women’s health, around the world. From the rise in infertility, to epidemically high numbers of chronic illness like Endometriosis, PCOS, and Hashimoto’s, to the intricates of the female libido, irregular and painful menses, impact of hormonal birth control pill and stress and anxiety, SHE Talks Health, empowers women to reclaim their health through learning practical nutrition and holistic lifestyle changes. At 22 she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, put on medication and was told “There was nothing else they could do for me” Exasperated with how lousy she felt, she ended up firing her doctor to search for someone who would truly help her. Today, SHE Talks Health is globally recognised as an organization on the mission to help millions of women to have better periods, happier hormones, a relaxed gut and balanced moods. Empowering women to be the boss of their own health and lives, the organization helps busy women resolve painful and irregular periods, gut issues and anxiety by using the SHE Health Experience Method. This carefully curated method, an amalgamation of functional nutrition, sustainable lifestyle changes, eating psychology coaching, womb healing and functional lab testing, has proven to help women from all over the planet. “We are integrating coaching, lifestyle science, functional lab work and heart centered holistic nutrition coaching with emotional release activations and body love so that our clients feel better not only physically but emotionally and spiritually too,” says Sophie. Founder of SHE Talks Health Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Creator of the SHE Talks Health Podcast Website: www.shetalkshealth.com IG & FB: @shetalkshealth Work with Sophie: FREE HEALTH STRATEGY SESSION WITH ME: www.shetalkshealth.com/call Here is the mineral test Sophie discussed! HTMA LAB REVIEW: https://l.bttr.to/WfoEz Thank you to today's sponsor Pearl & Thistle! Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies–from puberty to perimenopause and everything in between! Moms: Pearl & Thistle’s CYCLE PREP video course is the perfect age-appropriate way to teach your daughter about the menstrual cycle, to talk together about what it’s like to get a period, and get lots of helpful tips to know what’s normal for girls in the first few years of cycling… And if you’re in your 40’s and maybe approaching your own time of transition, Perimenopause Prep will teach you all about the hormonal and cycle changes that come with perimenopause (including why your cycles are crazy short!), providing couples with the resources to navigate NFP during this transition with confidence and positivity, together. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy at pearlandthistle.com. Can also follow on instagram @pearlandthistle Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    48 min

  4. OCT 30

    S5 Ep. 9: A Deep Look at Cervical Fluid; The Key Sign of Ovulation

    Cervical mucus/fluid is the sign of the main event! It is the gatekeeper of your fertility as well. It is through changes in cervical fluid that your fertility opens and closes in a 5-7 day window around the main event of ovulation. The cervical fluid that tells us that ovulation is approaching has very specific properties. Cervical fluid is a hydrogel, or in other words it is mostly water, 90 to 95% water to be more precise. It contains mucin, glycoproteins, and nutrients that help sperm survive and thrive. As our hormones change, our cervical mucus changes, when the estrogen rises during ovulation our fluid becomes more watery, like raw egg whites and it becomes clear and stretchy, and very slippery. This should be an obvious sign of our bodies that we can observe when wiping front to back in the restroom daily. You can start paying attention every day when doing your regular routine by noting the sensation that you feel when you wipe front to back; was it dry, or smooth, or was it slippery? Look at the tissue next and observe whether you see mucus on the tissue; what does it look like? If you pick it up off the tissue, does it stretch more than an inch? Is it clear or cloudy? These are simple ways to be observant of the changes in your cervical fluid through the menstrual cycle. You can learn to chart these symptoms daily as well in your menstrual tracking chart! Again, the cervical fluid is a biological valve that turns on our fertility, and turns off our fertility. It opens and closes based on the hormonal messages that our cervix is receiving through the body. Estrogen in high amounts creates an increase in cervical fluid. Progesterone dries cervical fluid, therefore after ovulation most women are dry, or have very little vaginal discharge. These are just the very basics about cervical mucus, and we are teaching you today this information for the educational purpose of cycle and body awareness. If you are looking to use cervical fluid as a way to determine fertility for the purpose of either avoiding or achieving pregnancy, than you really want to learn to chart your cycles by a trained professional and scientifically validated method of charting. You can learn about different methods of charting from FACTS. https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/ or this site for FABMS; https://fabmbase.org/ or Managing Your Fertility; https://www.managingyourfertility.com/ If you want to look at beautiful pictures of cervical mucus ferning, check out this article which references the work of Dr. Pilar Vigil and the MIT researcher Dr. Katharina Ribbeck; https://www.sciencefriday.com/articles/cervical-mucus-health/ Also, thank you to this months sponsor! Brigid Tebaldi... Brigid is a birth trauma recovery coach 🫶 helping moms feel strong and safe after a tough birth & find peace! https://www.instagram.com/loretowellness/ Schedule a FREE mini-session with Brigid by visiting her website www.loretowellness.com, as well as a ton of helpful information to help you on the path of healing and peace today! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    38 min

  5. OCT 16

    S5 Ep. 8: Hormones, Fashion, and Dressing for Killer Confidence Everyday

    How do we as women dress with success with the changes of our bodies, not only through our menstrual cycle, but through life phases of being a woman? Do you feel like you where baggy clothes too often, and dress down instead of up? Do you wonder what style would look best for your particular body type? Well listen up ladies... Angela Foster is in the house and she is going to give you so many fun and practical tips for dressing for success, no matter what your vocation, or state in life as a woman! With over two decades of executive experience in the fashion and beauty industry, Angela Foster specializes in empowering high-achieving petite women to exude confidence by curating a wardrobe tailored to their unique needs. Angela's clients consistently show up self-assured, whether it's during keynote presentations, high-stakes board meetings, or daily life, all thanks to a meticulously curated wardrobe that works with their short-girl status, accentuates their body shape, and reflects their personal style. Angela's expertise has been featured in Real Simple and BestLife, inside of leadership coaching programs, and on podcasts including Wingnut Social and Liz on Biz. Whether it’s through DIY or personalized style coaching, Angela makes sure her clients never again find themselves paralyzed by the dreaded "I have nothing to wear" dilemma. Also, thank you to this months sponsor! Brigid Tebaldi... Brigid is a birth trauma recovery coach 🫶 helping moms feel strong and safe after a tough birth & find peace! https://www.instagram.com/loretowellness/ Schedule a FREE mini-session with Brigid by visiting her website www.loretowellness.com, as well as a ton of helpful information to help you on the path of healing and peace today! Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    42 min

  6. OCT 9

    S5 Ep. 7 How to Influence Body Weight, Hormones & Health with Louise Digby

    Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we are answering these questions with a special guest interview! Why does weight loss seem to become more difficult for women after 40? Why should calories not be the main focus when trying to lose weight? Are hormones to blame for everything or is there more to it than than? Louise Digby is a registered nutritional therapist, women’s weight loss expert and founder of The Nourish Method to Lasting Fat Loss. Her clients come to her after struggling to lose weight despite eating well and working hard to burn the fat. Louise transforms her client’s health and wellbeing by identifying and addressing each individual’s unique needs and imbalances, so that they can lose weight, optimise their health and rediscover their sparkle, without restrictive dieting or the need for superhuman willpower. Louise is the creator of the Nourish Method, an online programme that addresses the lifestyle factors that impact women’s fat-burning AND the mindset challenges causing self-sabotage. She is also the host of the Thriving Metabolism Podcast, a podcast created to guide and educate women about the nuances around metabolic health, hormones, gut health, and more in the context of weight loss. Her ultimate goal is to help women feel their best, end the cycle of crash dieting, enjoy choosing outfits daily, and, most importantly, feel confident and sexy in their own skin. Check out Louise at her social media sites: https://www.youtube.com/@louisedigbynutrition. The Thriving Metabolism podcast. louisedigbynutrition.com Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    32 min

  7. SEP 27

    S5 Ep. 6: Six Steps to Get Off Birth Control

    In this episode of The Hormone Genius, Teresa and Jamie explore Fiat Institutes new comprehensive "Six Steps to Ditch the Pill" program, a unique educational and coaching experience aimed at helping women reclaim their hormone health and overall well-being. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect: Week 1: Understand the Transition Learn about the physiological changes your body undergoes when coming off the pill and how to navigate this transition with confidence and clarity. Week 2: Chart Your Cycle Discover the importance of tracking your menstrual cycle to gain insights into your hormonal health and to identify patterns that may affect your well-being. Weeks 3 & 4: Replenish Nutrients Focus on restoring essential nutrients that may have been depleted by birth control, and learn how to incorporate nutrient-rich foods and supplements into your diet. Weeks 5 & 6: Gut Repair Address gut health and its crucial role in hormone balance. Explore strategies for healing your digestive system to support overall hormonal health. Week 7: Decrease Toxic Load Understand how to reduce exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals that may disrupt hormonal balance, and implement practical steps to lower your toxic load. Week 8: Restore Relationship with Womanhood Reflect on and rebuild your connection with your femininity and overall sense of self, integrating the insights gained throughout the program into a holistic approach to wellness. Why This Program? Many women use birth control for non-family planning reasons, such as managing symptoms or regulating their cycles. However, birth control often doesn’t address the root causes of these issues. The "Six Steps to Ditch the Pill" program is designed to help you address these underlying causes and empower a healthier, more balanced you. Beta Program Details: First, Here is the Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnB3ufbW3Bi5ztCAxknnWsPXC9B5eysL4cRgMZcPnRq-Icbg/viewform?usp=sf_link 1:1 Coaching: Personalized sessions with trained hormone coaches. Hormone Education: An overview of the hormone and fertility cycle along with an introduction to "symptoms tracking." Client Workbook: A comprehensive workbook to guide you through each step of the process. Reduced Pricing: Take advantage of beta pricing with limited seats available. If you’re ready to restore your hormone health, ditch the pill, and embrace a better version of yourself, consider joining this amazing program! Tune in to learn more about how this program can support your journey to optimal health! Links & Resources: Fiat Institute Website for those interested in Hormone Coach Training For program inquires, or to work with Jamie specifically, please email jamie@fiatinstitute.com Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take charge of your health and well-being. You'll be amazed at what you learn about your amazing body! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

    33 min

  8. SEP 19

    S5 Ep. 5: Three Supplements That May Benefit Your Health: N-AC, DIM & Myo-Inositol

    Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we are talking about 3 popular supplements. N-Acetyl-Cysteine, DIM, and Myo-Inositol. We are diving into what Jamie & Teresa know and recommend in regards to what health benefits could be possible from considering one or more of these 3 supplements. Now it first is important to remember to talk to your trusted health care professional in regards to whether you personally should, or should not take these or any supplement. It is also important to remember that it is good to do your own research. For example, you can look into the database sponsored by the National Institutes of Health called Pubmed https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ and look at all the research articles that exist in regards to these supplements. If you want to have a better idea of how to choose a quality supplement consider this article by FullScript which gives some basic but good information about knowing which supplement companies make quality and responsible products, https://fullscript.com/blog/third-party-certifications. Okay, here is a simple 101 on each supplement we are discussing, but it is just the tip of the iceberg. (NAC) N-acetyl-cysteine is an essential amino acid, a precursor to glutathione, our master antioxidant, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory rich properties. It is used as a detoxification of the liver, especially beneficial for overdoses of acetaminophen. It has been used to treat and support different lung diseases, as it is anti-inflammatory and reduces oxidative stress. It has been used to treat many other diseases, including OCD & trichotillomania, viruses, PCOS, endometriosis, and lastly because of its mucolytic properties has been used to improve quality cervical mucus in patients trying to conceive. (DIM) Diindolylmethane, a compound that comes from cruciferous vegetables, has been found potentially to benefit the modulation and support of estrogen metabolism. The evidence is growing and its use in the supplement world has been growing as well to benefit estrogen dominance, and promote better detoxification of hormones. DIM has done most of its research on stopping the growth of cancer cells, and some research is promising, but more is needed to know if DIM could be used effectively for cancer. Myo-Inositol is a natural isomer of glucose that has some powerful effects in the body. It has been studied well, and found to improve ovulation & menstrual cycles, body mass index, insulin level and cholesterol. It has been studied to prevent gestational diabetes, and also has been used to treat OCD, and other mental health disorders. But, it is most well known for its use in PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) for restoring ovulation, helping with high androgen levels, improving insulin sensitivity, and pregnancy rates. We hope you find this information empowering, and invite you to do your own thorough research and talk to your personal healthcare professional about what supplements are right for you. Also, if you have had a positive experience with one of these three nutrients, please share your story at thehormonegenius@gmail.com! We are featuring today The Hormone Genius mini-course that is on sale now for 37 dollars! Please go to www.hormonegenius.com and sign up for 5 modules of content including: -Five Signs That May Indicate Low Progesterone -Five Ways To Reduce Estrogen Dominance -Five Ways To Naturally Address PCOS -Five Signs That You Might Not Be Ovulating -Five Questions To Ask Your Doctor This includes PDF full informational handouts on all of these topics & 2 hours of video content of Jamie & Teresa educating you to become the genius of your hormones. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

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Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

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  • Creator
    Teresa Kenney and Jamie Rathjen
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    147
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