Unlocking Fertility with Katherine Rohland

Katherine Rohland
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Welcome to Unlocking Fertility! I’m Katherine Rohland, and this podcast is all about women’s health. Together, we'll dive into the emotional connections behind our physical ailments and explore the wisdom of Chinese Medicine. My goal is to help you balance your body, mind, and spirit by blending ancient healing practices with modern-day solutions. Join me as we uncover ways to transform your health and live a more vibrant, harmonious life from the inside out. 🌐 Website: https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.com/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manhattan_medicine_wom

  1. FEB 3

    #41. Male Fertility/Infertility

    In this episode, Katherine dives deep into male fertility and sperm health through the lens of Chinese medicine. She explains why healthy sperm isn’t just about numbers or motility, but about the overall balance of energy, blood, nourishment, rest, and emotional health in the body. From kidney yin and yang to liver qi and digestion, this episode breaks down what men actually need to build strong, healthy sperm—and why so many modern habits quietly work against fertility. Katherine also unpacks the emotional and stress-related patterns she sees again and again in male fertility cases, and why healing goes far beyond supplements or lab results. Themes: You’ll learn practical, foundational ways to support male fertility, including: What kidney yin and yang really mean for sperm count, motility, and ejaculation Why sperm health depends on blood, hydration, and digestion How stress, anxiety, and unprocessed emotions directly impact erections, ejaculation, and sperm quality Why coffee is one of the most depleting habits for male fertility The importance of warm, cooked foods (and why smoothies, salads, and protein shakes fall short) How overtraining, excessive sweating, and dehydration harm sperm health The role of rest, sleep, and balanced movement in rebuilding reproductive energy Why feeling emotions—rather than suppressing or “managing” them—is essential for fertility How long-standing beliefs around work, achievement, and worth create chronic stress in the body Connect with Katherine 🍃 Instagram: @katherine_rohland🍃 Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠🍃 Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...🍃 Membership: ⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    23 min

  2. JAN 20

    #40. How to Truly Track Your Fertile Window

    In this episode of Unlocking Fertility, Katherine Rohland dives into the art and science of tracking ovulation—not just as a means to conceive, but as a "fifth vital sign" of your overall health. Moving beyond basic apps, Katherine explains how to interpret your body’s unique biological signals through the lens of Classical Chinese Medicine. From the nuances of cervical mucus to the hidden meaning behind your basal body temperature (BBT) patterns, you’ll learn how to identify hormonal imbalances, reduce stress, and optimize your fertile window naturally. Themes: The Fertile Window: Why timing is everything and how understanding your unique cycle length (both the follicular and luteal phases) can reveal the root cause of fertility challenges. Cervical Mucus & LH Strips: How to accurately read your body’s "fertile fluid" and why a negative LH test doesn't always mean you aren't ovulating. Basal Body Temperature (BBT): Using temperature shifts to confirm ovulation and identify "Cold" or "Empty-Heat" patterns that might be affecting your progesterone levels. Classical vs. Western Perspectives: How Classical Chinese Medicine views cycle irregularities as vital communication from the body rather than "failures."Advanced Tracking: The pros and cons of smart fertility trackers and how to use hormone data to assess "ovulation strength." Empowered Awareness: Shifting from the stress of "trying to conceive" to a compassionate, informed relationship with your reproductive health. 🍃 Instagram: @katherine_rohland 🍃 Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃 Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...🍃 Membership: ⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.com

    24 min

  3. JAN 6

    #40 How To Get Pregnant in 2026

    In this New Year episode of Unlocking Fertility, Katherine breaks down what it really means to prepare your body for pregnancy from a Chinese medicine perspective. She explains why fertility is all about having enough resources, how emotional and lifestyle “energy leaks” make conception harder, and why slowing down, nourishing yourself, and listening to your body are the real keys to getting pregnant with ease.You’ll learn practical steps to support your fertility: • How to identify what’s draining your energy • Why feeling your emotions (instead of pushing through them) is essential • The connection between your daily habits and deeper imbalances • What your menstrual cycle reveals about your health • The power of warm, cooked foods and why cold foods + coffee deplete your fertility • How to begin restoring your body so it feels safe enough to conceive and sustain a pregnancyWhether you’re planning to get pregnant in 2026 or simply want to strengthen your reproductive health, this episode is a gentle, nourishing guide to help you start the year with clarity, support, and confidence. 🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland 🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/... 🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    17 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    #39 Is Remote Acupuncture a Scam? Here's The Truth

    In this episode, we dive into the world of remote acupuncture, what it really is, how it works, and why it’s becoming such a powerful tool for healing. I share the roots of acupuncture, my personal journey into remote energy healing, and the science that helps make sense of it all. You’ll also hear real stories from clients who’ve experienced meaningful shifts physically, emotionally, and spiritually through remote treatments.We talk about how everything comes down to energy, our thoughts, our bodies, the fields around us, and how intention and connection can create transformation, even from a distance. Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or totally new to this, this episode is here to help you understand remote acupuncture in a grounded, approachable, and heart-centered way.THEMESWhat remote acupuncture is and how it differs from traditional needle-based acupunctureThe true role of energy and intention in Chinese medicineA brief history of acupuncture and its shamanic originsHow I discovered remote energy healing and began integrating it into my practiceThe science behind energy and connection (biofields, quantum physics, intention, brain + heart energy)How remote healing sessions work on an energetic and practical levelReal client experiences and measurable improvementsWhy remote treatments offer comfort, accessibility, and deep healingHow energy, intuition, and traditional medicine come together to support fertility, emotional balance, and overall wellbeingConnect with Katherine:🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠ 🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    16 min

  5. 12/02/2025

    #38 Miscarriages: Why They Happen and How To Prevent Them with Chinese Medicine

    In this deeply compassionate and eye-opening episode of Unlocking Fertility, Katherine Rohland—acupuncturist, classical Chinese medicine practitioner, and the Manhattan Medicine Woman— answers one of the most frequently requested topics:Why miscarriages happen and how women can support their bodies to prevent them—through the classical Chinese medicine perspective. Katherine speaks to anyone who has experienced loss, reminding them that miscarriage is not their fault, and that healing—energetic, physical, emotional, spiritual—is always possible. THEMES:  Why Miscarriages Happen in Classical Chinese Medicine How Weak Spleen Qi plays a role in miscarriages  Insufficient Body Resources Imbalances in the Chong Mai (The Penetrating Vessel) How to Prevent Miscarriages  with a Classical Chinese Medicine Approach Connect with Katherine: 🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland 🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠  🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    27 min

  6. 11/18/2025

    #37 Short Luteal Phase and Low Progesterone

    In this powerful episode, Katherine Rohland—known as The Manhattan Medicine Woman—guides listeners through one of the most common yet overlooked fertility challenges: the short luteal phase. Speaking to women navigating IVF, hormonal imbalance, or natural conception, Katherine bridges Western science with Chinese medicine to explain how low progesterone and luteal phase issues reveal deeper patterns of depletion and imbalance in the body. Through a lens of warmth, wisdom, and practicality, she teaches how energy, blood, yin, and yang all play vital roles in reproductive health—and why exhaustion, emotional suppression, and modern lifestyle habits often sit at the root of fertility struggles. Katherine walks listeners through the signs of blood and yin deficiency, the importance of temperature patterns, and how to restore vitality through nourishment, rest, and emotional release. She also outlines how chronic stress impacts digestion and hormone balance and why “managing stress” isn’t the goal—resolving it is. The episode closes with tangible guidance on building back energy through warming, nutrient-rich foods, emotional awareness, and traditional Chinese medicine principles. Key Takeaways: A luteal phase shorter than 12 days often signals depletion—not failure. In Chinese medicine, short luteal phases relate to deficiencies in blood, yin, or kidney yang energy. Chronic stress and emotional suppression deplete reproductive resources. Warm, cooked, nutrient-dense foods are essential for rebuilding blood and yin. Consistent nourishment and emotional healing create the foundation for conception and hormonal balance. Connect with Katherine: 🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland 🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠  🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    17 min

  7. 11/04/2025

    #36 How To Reverse Your POI 

    In this episode of There Qi Goes, Katherine Rohland—The Manhattan Medicine Woman—opens up a conversation about one of the most misunderstood fertility diagnoses: premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). Rather than seeing POI as “ovarian failure,” Katherine invites us to view it as the body’s gentle call for restoration. Through the lens of Chinese medicine, she explains how depletion of blood, yin, and qi can disrupt hormones—and how rebuilding nourishment, rest, and emotional balance can reignite fertility and vitality. With warmth and wisdom, Katherine shares how simple shifts—better digestion, deeper sleep, less stress (and yes, maybe less coffee)—can help women feel hopeful again. POI isn’t the end of the story; it’s your body asking for deeper care, balance, and belief in your ability to heal. Themes: POI is not ovarian “failure”—it’s a state of depletion that can be reversed with nourishment and rest. Chinese medicine views fertility through the balance of blood, yin, and qi. Digestive health is foundational—if your body can’t absorb nutrients, it can’t make hormones or blood. Chronic stress, overworking, lack of sleep, and caffeine all deplete kidney and spleen energy. Supporting kidney energy (the body’s reproductive “battery”) is essential for fertility and hormonal repair. Healing starts with compassion: your body isn’t broken—it’s protecting you. Connect with Katherine: 🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland 🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠  🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

    15 min

  8. 10/21/2025

    #36 How Heat, Cold and Dampness Affect Your Fertility

    In this episode, Katherine breaks down three foundational — yet often misunderstood — concepts in Chinese medicine: heat, cold, and dampness. These energetic patterns don’t just describe how your body feels — they explain why certain symptoms show up, particularly when it comes to reproductive health, fertility, and hormonal balance.Katherine takes what can be complex theory and makes it approachable, relatable, and immediately useful. If you’ve ever wondered why you “run hot,” feel heavy or sluggish, or can’t seem to get warm no matter what you do — this episode will help you connect those sensations to what’s really happening internally.Themes: All imbalances stem from deficiency — not excess. Heat, cold, and dampness show where the body needs support.External extremes (like cold plunges or saunas) don’t fix internal imbalances — they often make them worse.Focus on nourishing, cooked, whole foods to build Yin, Yang, and blood.Cold, raw foods (smoothies, salads) may feel refreshing but weaken the spleen and digestion over time.Your spleen energy is everything — it transforms food into blood, Qi, and sex hormones that sustain fertility and vitality. Connect with Katherine: 🍃Instagram: @Katherine_Rohland 🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠ 🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠ 🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...

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Welcome to Unlocking Fertility! I’m Katherine Rohland, and this podcast is all about women’s health. Together, we'll dive into the emotional connections behind our physical ailments and explore the wisdom of Chinese Medicine. My goal is to help you balance your body, mind, and spirit by blending ancient healing practices with modern-day solutions. Join me as we uncover ways to transform your health and live a more vibrant, harmonious life from the inside out. 🌐 Website: https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.com/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manhattan_medicine_wom

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