The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast

In this episode, Ellen shares her honest journey through IVF, body image, and eventual recovery. She opens up about the unexpected stress and rigidity of IVF, the pressure she felt to look a certain way during pregnancy, and the moment she hit rock bottom and chose recovery. Ellen also discusses her traumatic birth experience, turning to running as a coping mechanism, and how that ultimately led her back to the same unresolved struggles. She reflects on the mental side of recovery, the power of support, and the tools that helped her finally reconnect with her body. If you've ever thought pregnancy would “fix” your food and body image issues or you're stuck in the cycle of coping without healing, this episode is for you. Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join [http://thehasociety.com/join] Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching [http://thehasociety.com/coaching] Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff [https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff] Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety [http://instagram.com/thehasociety] http://instagram.com/danisheriff [http://instagram.com/danisheriff] https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_ [https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_] https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/ [https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/] The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations]

In Part 2 of Kate’s story, we pick up where we left off. After 15 years without a period, Kate defied the odds once… but her journey didn’t stop there. In this episode, Kate opens up about multiple miscarriages, the pain of pregnancy loss, and the deep surrender that came with realizing she couldn't control the outcome. She shares how her mindset shifted from control to trust, from fear to respect for her body’s wisdom. At the time of recording, Kate is 22 weeks pregnant and reflecting on what it really means to let go and support your body, even when the path is uncertain. If you’ve struggled with fertility, loss, or letting go—this conversation will meet you right where you are. Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join [http://thehasociety.com/join] Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching [http://thehasociety.com/coaching] Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff [https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff] Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety [http://instagram.com/thehasociety] http://instagram.com/danisheriff [http://instagram.com/danisheriff] https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_ [https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_] https://www.instagram.com/itsmishigarcia/ [https://www.instagram.com/itsmishigarcia/] The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations]

In this episode, Dani sits down with Alyssa Challey—former Restore Your Fertility client, HHAP student, and now a recovery coach. Alyssa shares her full HA journey, from life as a Division I college basketball player to losing her period and finding herself stuck in restriction, overexercise, and burnout. She opens up about the pivotal mindset shifts she made inside Restore Your Fertility, what helped her actually let go of control, and how recovery transformed her so deeply she felt called to help others do the same. If you're navigating HA and wondering if full recovery is possible, Alyssa's story is a powerful reminder that peace, freedom, and even purpose can be on the other side. Restore Your Fertility is open for enrollment and starts June 17th: https://www.thehasociety.com/restore-application [https://www.thehasociety.com/restore-application] Become an HA Recovery Coach: https://www.holistichapractitioner.com/ [https://www.holistichapractitioner.com/] Connect with Alyssa: https://wholecyclehealth.com [https://wholecyclehealth.com] https://instagram.com/wholecyclehealth [https://instagram.com/wholecyclehealth] Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join [http://thehasociety.com/join] Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching [http://thehasociety.com/coaching] Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff [https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff] Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety [http://instagram.com/thehasociety] http://instagram.com/danisheriff [http://instagram.com/danisheriff] https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_ [https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_] https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/ [https://www.instagram.com/rosay.way_wellness/] The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations]

In this episode, Ashley chats with longtime HA Society member Megan Viggers about what happened when her cycles started to get a little wonky — longer lengths, PMS symptoms, and increased fatigue after exercise. Megan shares how these changes triggered some old fears from her original recovery and how she moved through them with more self-trust this time around. She opens up about the simple shifts she made, what worked, and how it brought up deeper body image reflections. This episode is a must-listen if you’re wondering what to do when recovery isn’t linear. It's a powerful reminder that setbacks don’t mean you’ve failed, they’re often invitations to reconnect with your body on a deeper level. Megan Viggers Blog: https://meganv.substack.com/ [https://meganv.substack.com/] Past Episodes: Megans Recovery Story [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/175-life-after-recovery-the-epic-story-of-megan-viggers/id1524976850?i=1000620863134] Finding Balance After Recovery [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/272-how-megan-found-balance-after-ha-recovery-where/id1524976850?i=1000668272441] Jool Wellness - Use HASOCIETY for 12% off https://joolwellness.com [https://joolwellness.com] TempDrop: [https://www.tempdrop.com/?mc_cid=292704a36f&mc_eid=93f6158775&utm_campaign=292704a36f-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_01_19_07_19_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_source=HA+Society+Subscribers&utm_term=0_d7c69005c6-292704a36f-650683324] Discout Code: AFHASOCIETY [https://www.tempdrop.com/?mc_cid=292704a36f&mc_eid=93f6158775&utm_campaign=292704a36f-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_01_19_07_19_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_source=HA+Society+Subscribers&utm_term=0_d7c69005c6-292704a36f-650683324] Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join [http://thehasociety.com/join] Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching [http://thehasociety.com/coaching] Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff [https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff] Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety [http://instagram.com/thehasociety] http://instagram.com/danisheriff [http://instagram.com/danisheriff] https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_ [https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_] https://www.instagram.com/itsmishigarcia/ [https://www.instagram.com/itsmishigarcia/] The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations]

Listener questions I answer today: Im recovered and a nurse but things are still a bit whacky. Do I need to do HA recovery steps or try something else? I'm triggered by eating more than my husband - help?! Im recovered but now I'm having strange 10 day bleeds... help? Want to submit one? dani@thehasociety.com [dani@thehasociety.com] Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join [http://thehasociety.com/join] Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching [http://thehasociety.com/coaching] Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff [https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff] Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety [http://instagram.com/thehasociety] http://instagram.com/danisheriff [http://instagram.com/danisheriff] The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations [https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations]