Stasha Unfiltered: Hormones, Health Hacks, and Hopes S3E28

Stasha Unfiltered: Hormones, Health Hacks, and Hopes S3E28

Perimenopause Update: Hot Flashes, Hormone Testing, Liver Enzymes + Launching the “Pain Free Periods” Podcast   In this Period Besties episode, Katie interviews her “period bestie” Stasha for a candid perimenopause check-in. Stasha shares new symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes, what Mira hormone testing showed (low progesterone and fluctuating estrogen), and why bloodwork snapshots can miss ongoing changes. She discusses follow-up testing, an ultrasound and possible fatty liver affecting access to estrogen, and plans to try the lowest-dose estrogen carefully due to endometriosis. They talk cycle syncing with progesterone, using CBD/CBG support, and thyroid support with iodine. Stasha announces her new Pain Free Periods podcast focused on physical, emotional, and spiritual pain around periods, plus ongoing work on the Period Besties Summit Live & Unfiltered (live panels in September). She also shares summer plans, supplement changes, blood-sugar-focused eating and weight loss, and quick favorites.   Sign up to join us LIVE in September here: http://theperiodcoach.com/Live2026 [http://theperiodcoach.com/Live2026]   00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:40 Perimenopause Symptoms Update 01:48 Hormone Testing and HRT Plans 02:37 Liver Enzymes Mystery 07:00 Progesterone Cycle Syncing 08:34 Hot Flashes and Thyroid Support 11:13 Summer Energy and Intuition Work 14:39 Pain Free Periods Podcast Launch 19:43 Summit Behind the Scenes 22:35 Summer Plans and Camping Trial 23:36 Camping Trial With Dogs 25:01 New Supplements Update 26:25 Cycle Changes And Cramps 27:26 Blood Sugar Eating Wins 29:00 Lightning Round Favorites 30:55 Book Nerd Deep Dive 36:47 Dream Vacations And Greece Food 39:15 Wrap Up And Sponsor Thanks   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

Inside OOVA: Transforming Hormonal Health with Cutting-Edge Technology S2E22

Revolutionizing Women's Health with Amy Divaraniya | Period Besties Podcast In this episode of the Period Besties Podcast, Stasha and Katie dive into a dynamic conversation with Amy Divaraniya, the founder of OOVA, a groundbreaking company transforming the landscape of hormonal health tracking. Amy shares her personal journey through infertility, which inspired the creation of OOVA, a non-invasive, at-home hormone monitoring tool highly trusted by clinicians. Navigating topics from fertility struggles to the challenges of perimenopause, Amy discusses the innovative technology behind OOVA, its clinical applications, and how it's empowering women with actionable data. Tune in to hear about Amy's inspiring path, the benefits of OOVA, and real stories from users who have experienced life-changing results. https://www.oova.life [https://www.oova.life] Discount code is 10% - PERIODBESTIES10 https://www.instagram.com/oovalife/ [https://www.instagram.com/oovalife/]   Dr. Amy Divaraniya is the CEO and Founder of Oova, a leading women’s health platform known for its physician-backed fertility and perimenopause at-home hormone monitoring. Oova, which she founded after her own experience with infertility, empowers people to take control of their hormone health from their first period and to their last and beyond. Since founding Oova, Dr. Divaraniya has led groundbreaking research in the field of hormone health, leveraging her background as a data scientist. Prior to Oova, Dr. Divaraniya worked for industry leaders like Roche and Bristol Meyers Squibb, analyzing molecular networks, driving discoveries in common diseases, and publishing research in personal genomics and biomarker discovery. She received her undergraduate degree in biology from Temple University, her Masters of Science in Bioinformatics from New Jersey Institute of Technology, and her Doctor of Philosophy in genetics and genomics sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.   00:00 Introduction to Period Besties Podcast 01:22 Kicking Off World Infertility Awareness Month 06:09 Interview with Amy Divaraniya: Fertility and Perimenopause 06:32 Amy's Personal Journey and the Birth of OOVA 10:34 The Technology Behind OOVA 15:19 Expanding to Perimenopause 24:15 User Stories and Impact 28:08 Navigating Doctor Visits with Confidence 29:27 The Frustration of Inadequate Medical Testing 30:59 Empowering Women with Actionable Data 31:40 Personal Stories of Overcoming Health Challenges 35:17 The Growth and Passion Behind OOVA 39:22 Balancing Work, Family, and Self-Care 44:37 Lightning Round: Fun and Personal Insights 48:55 Conclusion and Special Offers   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

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