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

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 [http://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/ [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.  🌿 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. ____________________ 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.

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 [https://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 [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBEhriAhpUSK_w0biyAbbGw]  ____________________ 🌿 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. 🌿 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. ____________________ 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.

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 [http://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   ____________________ 🌿 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. ____________________ 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.

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 [http://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. 🌿 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. ____________________ 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.

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 [http://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. 🌿 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. ____________________ 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.