Period Besties Podcast

Hormonal Highs and Summer Vibes: Katie's Latest Adventures S3E27

Perimenopause Check-In with Co-Host Katie Brussack: Progesterone, Thyroid, Heavy Periods + Summer Routines | Period Besties In this Period Besties Podcast episode, Stasha Washburn interviews co-host Katie Brussack for a personal check-in on her perimenopause journey, including nearly two years on progesterone, thyroid dose adjustments for Hashimoto’s-related fatigue, weight changes, improved energy and focus, and new cycle shifts like heavier bleeding and fluctuating cycle lengths. Katie shares why she’s starting estrogen gel (and avoiding the patch during a summer of ocean, pool time, and sweating), plus plans to optimize DHEAS next. They also discuss Katie’s summer schedule with her kids, upcoming plans in New Hampshire, and their September “Live and Unfiltered” summit with live panels, moderators, and guests including Dr. Lara Briden, Dr. Carrie Jones, Nicole Jardim, and Lisa Hendrickson-Jack. Katie mentions her summer coaching sessions, experimenting with creatine, boosting protein and hydration, favorite books and shows, and writing a romance novel.   Summer Sessions with Katie: https://go.oncehub.com/KatieBressack?mc_cid=35467e466a [https://go.oncehub.com/KatieBressack?mc_cid=35467e466a]    00:00 Welcome and Check In 00:29 Perimenopause Update 01:24 Thyroid and Energy Fix 02:59 Cycle Changes and Next Steps 05:08 Estrogen Gel vs Patch 06:30 Summer Plans and Travel 08:38 Live Summit Preview 10:54 Summer Sessions Offer 11:56 Creatine and Summer Eating 14:37 Walking and Dog Hikes 16:18 Kids Update and Screen Free Fun 17:14 Book And Show Recs 18:16 Book To Screen Debate 19:30 Writing The Romance Novel 21:06 Seasonal Mood Shifts 22:31 Where To Find Katie 23:04 Lightning Round Favorites 26:26 Wrap Up And Sponsors Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: PeriodBestiesPodcast@gmail.com Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

Unlocking Fertility Secrets with Dr. Kela Smith S2E23

Unlocking Fertility Secrets with Dr. Kela Smith | Period Besties Podcast In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, hosts Stasha and Katie dive deep into the world of fertility and hormonal health with special guest Dr. Kayla Smith. Explore common misconceptions about fertility treatments, the importance of thorough hormone testing, and impactful lifestyle changes for fertility. Dr. Smith shares her personal journey with unexplained infertility, her path to becoming a holistic fertility and hormone doctor, and the creation of the Hormone Puzzle Society. Tune in for practical tips, inspiring stories, and expert advice that can help improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy. Dr. Kela Smith is a Holistic-Integrative Fertility and Hormone Doctor. She holds a Ph.D. in Natural and Holistic Medicine as well as Double Board Certification as a Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM) and Doctor of Humanitarian Medicine (DHM). Dr. Kela is also a Board-Certified Functional Nutritionist (BCFN) and a 5x Board-Certified Health Coach (BCHC). She founded The Hormone Puzzle Society and the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. The Hormone Puzzle Society is a health hub for fertility, hormones, and pregnancy and through this platform Dr. Kela and her team work with women/couples coaching them on how to optimize their body/mind/spirit so they can get and stay pregnant, bring home a healthy baby, have an easy postpartum as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. The Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone wanting to become a fertility coach. Dr. Kela has over 25 years of experience in integrative health and has published multiple books on fertility, hormones, and pregnancy as well as seven distinct online courses. She is also the host of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Solving Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit, and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit.   https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ [https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/] A Recipe Guide to Naturally Boost Your Egg Health and Support Your Fertility. This FREE Recipe Guide features hand-picked recipes to nourish your body, improve egg health, and balance hormones. These simple, delicious recipes also support your fertility goals while being easy to make. This FREE Recipe Guide features hand-picked recipes to nourish your body, improve egg health, and balance hormones. These simple, delicious recipes also support your fertility goals while being easy to make. https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/egg-health-guide/ [https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/egg-health-guide/] Instagram- www.instagram.com/kela_healthcoach [http://www.instagram.com/kela_healthcoach] Facebook - www.facebook.com/kelahealthcoach [http://www.facebook.com/kelahealthcoach] Podcast - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/podcast [https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/podcast]    00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:19 Introduction to Today's Episode with Dr. Kayla Smith 03:30 Dr. Kayla Smith's Personal Journey with Infertility 05:55 Understanding Fertility and Common Misconceptions 10:27 The Importance of Comprehensive Health History 15:31 Essential Blood Work and Supplements for Fertility 21:21 The Role of Diet and Supplements in Fertility 24:30 Adrenal Fatigue and Its Impact on Fertility 32:22 The Rewarding Experience of Helping Others 33:02 Whole Food Nutrition for Fertility 34:19 Limiting Sugar and Unhealthy Oils 35:26 Gluten and Dairy Considerations 37:06 Personal Experiences with Whole Foods 40:04 Client Detox and Reintroduction 45:05 Balancing Self-Care and Family 47:43 Future of Women's Health 49:52 Lightning Round Questions 58:59 Closing Remarks and Free Gifts   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: PeriodBestiesPodcast@gmail.com Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

Conquering Chronic Illness: Nicole Mixdorf's Remarkable Healing Story S3E26

Healing Chronic Illness, Akashic Records & Period Coaching | Nicole Mixdorf on Root-Cause Healing Katie and Stasha welcome Nicole Mixdorf—an award-winning corporate wellness leader turned Akashic healer—who shares her decade-long journey with ulcerative colitis, flare-ups tied to stress and pregnancy, and how she pursued holistic healing when doctors had no answers. Nicole explains her “five layers of healing” (physical, mental, emotional, energetic, spiritual), including trauma release, Reiki, generational wounds, soul contracts, and Akashic Records work, plus why acceptance and surrender can unlock healing and change. The episode also explores sacred menstruation, menopause, and how women can reclaim their power and intuition. Nicole built and led workplace wellness programs reducing burnout and improving well-being, while privately navigating chronic illness from prolonged stress and life trauma; today she blends practical wellness with soul-level healing to help high-achievers release patterns and restore wholeness.   Find Nicole: www.balancebynature.com (coming soon—www.nicolemixdorf.com) IG: https://www.instagram.com/stories/nicolemixdorf/ [https://www.instagram.com/stories/nicolemixdorf/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemixdorf/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemixdorf/]  Free Akashic Abundance Activation: https://nicolemixdorf.mykajabi.com/abundance-activation [https://nicolemixdorf.mykajabi.com/abundance-activation]   Painful Period Call with Stasha Book Here: https://stasha.kartra.com/calendar/DeepDive [https://stasha.kartra.com/calendar/DeepDive]    00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:25 Nicole’s Colitis Story 02:37 Doctors Said No Answers 04:34 Mindset and Stress Blocks 07:28 Five Layers of Healing 10:16 Emotional Trauma Release 12:56 Energy and Soul Healing 14:23 Miracles and Recurring Symptoms 17:08 Akashic Records Explained 20:12 Soul Contracts and Karmic Wounds 27:45 Generational Lineage Healing 33:03 Host’s Akashic Example and Endometriosis 35:34 Patterns and Openness 37:48 New Earth Feminine Rise 38:08 Sacred Menstrual Wisdom 40:07 Menopause and Sacred Rage 43:00 Endometriosis Healing Breakthrough 45:01 Acceptance Over Rejection 47:56 Surrender and Letting Go 50:37 Manifestation Without Control 51:24 Akashic Timeline Clearing 54:03 Training and Instant Shifts 58:39 Lightning Round Fun 01:00:41 Wrap Up and Sponsors   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: PeriodBestiesPodcast@gmail.com Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

Fertility After 40: Krissy's Journey S2E52

Exploring Motherhood Later in Life with Krissy Gasbarre| Period Besties Podcast Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast with Stasha and Katie! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Krissy Gasbarre, discussing the intricacies of motherhood later in life, fertility challenges, and empowered conversations around reproductive health. With over 20 years of experience as menstruation coaches, Stasha and Katie dive into practical tips, information, and personal stories to improve your hormonal health and happiness. Whether you're interested in period coaching or considering becoming a coach yourself, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement. Join us as we break taboos and shine a light on the world of menstrual coaching. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a five-star review!   00:00 Welcome to the Period Besties Podcast 01:22 Introducing Today's Special Guest: Krissy Gasbarre 01:51 Krissy's Journey to Motherhood 04:54 Navigating Fertility Challenges 14:59 The Role of Technology in Fertility 21:32 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Fertility Treatments 26:46 The Need for Support and Advocacy 29:29 The Overlooked Role of Male Fertility 30:23 Personal Fertility Journeys and Challenges 33:15 The Importance of Vitamins and Minerals 34:38 The Impact of Diet and Lifestyle on Fertility 42:54 The Growing Health Coaching Industry 47:49 Advice for Women on Fertility Preservation 49:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 50:57 Podcast Outro and Sponsor Shoutout   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: PeriodBestiesPodcast@gmail.com Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound

From PCOS to PMOS: What Every Woman Must Know Now S3E25

PCOS Is Now PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Syndrome): What the 2026 Name Change Means + How to Advocate The hosts break down the official May 12, 2026 renaming of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) to PMOS (polyendocrine metabolic syndrome), published in The Lancet after 56 organizations collaborated and surveyed/interviewed 22,000+ doctors and patients, with an estimated three-year transition in clinical practice. They explain that the old “cyst” framing led many doctors to overlook cases without cysts/immature follicles, contributing to delayed or missed diagnoses (cited as ~70% misdiagnosed or diagnosed late), and argue the new name better reflects a whole-body metabolic condition. They encourage listeners to advocate by asking for comprehensive metabolic testing (blood sugar/insulin resistance, liver and kidney function) rather than relying only on ultrasound, and they criticize birth control as a common but inadequate default, hoping care shifts toward addressing insulin resistance and metabolic health.   00:00 PMOS Name Change 01:10 Why Rename Matters 01:36 Misdiagnosis From Cysts 02:35 Client Stories And Validation 04:45 Whole Body Hormone Rant 06:14 Research And Advocacy 07:21 Endometriosis Diagnosis Updates 09:45 How To Get Tested 11:33 Doctor Catch Up Timeline 13:08 Symptoms Checklist 13:53 Birth Control Pushback 15:42 Wrap Up And Sponsors   Todays episode is sponsored by: Period Coaching School and Katie Bressack Wellness. Email us: PeriodBestiesPodcast@gmail.com Our Websites: PeriodCoachingSchool.com KatieBressack.com Instagram and Facebook: @StashaWashburn  @KatieBressack  Freebies: Charting with Stasha https://ThePeriodCoach.com/etrc Eating For Your Hormones Guide https://katiebressack.com/freegift/ Books: The Revolution Will Be Bloody https://ThePeriodCoach.com/Revolution Bloody Brilliant Business https://PeriodCoachingSchool.com/Bloody-Brilliant-Business-book  Eating For Your Hormones Recipe Book https://katiebressack.com/hormone-balancing-recipe-book/ Theme music composed, recorded, performed, engineered, mixed and mastered by Ted Wulfers 663 Sound