Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Hormone Puzzle Podcast - Fertility, Hormones, & Holistic Health
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| Coaches' Corner: Building Credibility Through Client Testimonials | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:31:25 | |
Episode #397 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Building Credibility Through Client Testimonials. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Business: https://www.fertilitycoachingmastery.com/ For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Top Tips to Boost Your Egg Quality – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela with Dr. Kela | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:44:27 | |
In episode #396 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about the Top Tips to Boost Your Egg Quality – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Wellnesse - https://www.wellnesse.com/puzzle Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Oral Health and Fertility with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:54:39 | |
In episode #395 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Dr. Michelle Jorgensen talks about Oral Health and Fertility. More about Dr. Michelle: Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is a holistic dentist, functional nutritionist, and health coach with over 15 years of experience helping people live well—free from pain, confusion, and chronic illness. After overcoming her own health challenges caused by traditional dental practices, she developed a passion for teaching others how to take charge of their health through a root-cause approach, with a special focus on the mouth-body connection. Through her ‘Living Well with Dr. Michelle’ platform, she provides education, tools, and personalized guidance to individuals and families seeking natural solutions. Whether facing fatigue, dental issues, food sensitivities, or chronic conditions, she empowers her clients to restore their health and energy. Her mission is to help people become their own best health advocates and reclaim wellness as their birthright. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Wellnesse - https://www.wellnesse.com/puzzle Follow Dr. Michelle on Instagram: Grab the FREE Personal Season’s Assessment HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Hidden Hormone Driver: Your Gut with Nishtha Patel | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:37:05 | |
In episode #394 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Nishtha Patel talks about The Hidden Hormone Driver: Your Gut. More about Nishtha: Nishtha Patel is a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Clinical Nutritionist with over a decade of experience helping women, men, and children heal from chronic gut issues, autoimmune conditions, and hormone imbalances. She specializes in complex cases including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, and SIBO, using a root-cause approach that blends science with traditional healing. Nishtha’s work is personal. When her daughter was diagnosed with IBD at 14, she turned to nutrition and lifestyle changes to restore her health — an experience that fuels her mission to help others do the same. Through one-to-one care, group programs, and transformational retreats, Nishtha empowers clients to understand their bodies, stay in remission, and confidently manage flares while rebuilding energy, improving digestion, and feeling truly well. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Wellnesse - https://www.wellnesse.com/puzzle Follow Nishtha on Instagram: Grab the FREE Guide ‘Top 10 Foods That May Kill You: Food Allergy Vs Intolerance’ HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Hidden Link Between Endometriosis and Unexplained Infertility with Dr. Karli Goldstein | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:39:34 | |
In episode #393 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Dr. Karli Goldstein, talks about The Hidden Link Between Endometriosis and Unexplained Infertility. More about Dr. Goldstein: Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein is a board-certified minimally invasive gynecologist specializing in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery for endometriosis excision, adenomyosis, and infertility. Her personal journey, shaped by her battles with endometriosis, infertility, and complex surgeries, has fueled her deep empathy and commitment to transformative patient care. As the founder of ESSE Care and Wellness, Dr. Goldstein blends cutting-edge surgical expertise with integrative wellness approaches, fostering whole-body healing and empowerment. With advanced fellowship training under a world-renowned endometriosis surgeon and experience in over 1,000 complex cases, she is passionate about providing precision care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Wellnesse - https://www.wellnesse.com/puzzle Follow Dr. Goldstein on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Uncovering the Root Causes of Infertility with Raquel Monroy | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:41:40 | |
In episode #392 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest, Raquel Monroy, talks about Uncovering the Root Causes of Infertility. More about Raquel: Raquel Monroy is a Nutritional Therapist specialising in fertility. She helps women and couples in their 30s and 40s increase their chances of pregnancy through targeted lifestyle and nutrition strategies, as well as functional testing to uncover and address the root causes of fertility struggles. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Wellnesse - https://www.wellnesse.com/puzzle Follow Raquel Monroy on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: How to Attract Your Ideal Clients with Dr. Kela Smith | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:18:19 | |
Episode #391 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about How to Attract Your Ideal Clients. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Business: https://www.fertilitycoachingmastery.com/ For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Cycle Optimizing 101: How to Align Your Hormones and Lifestyle – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:26:15 | |
In episode #390 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Cycle Optimizing 101: How to Align Your Hormones and Lifestyle – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode isbrought to you in partnership with Proov - https://proovtest.com/PUZZLE Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Toxins and Infertility with Dr. Roxanne Pero | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:35:50 | |
In episode #389 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Roxanne Pero, talks about Toxins and Infertility. More about Dr. Roxanne: Dr. Roxanne Pero is a triple-board certified OB/Gyn with expertise in Obstetrics, Gynecology, Infertility, Functional Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. She earned her M.D. from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center and completed her residency at UT Southwestern/Parkland Hospital in Dallas. After 12 years in private practice, guiding women through complex and high-risk pregnancies, she transitioned into holistic care. For the past three years, she has focused on root-cause healing and is board certified through the Institute for Functional Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Pero now practices at Alive & Well Dallas, where she helps patients address chronic conditions through integrative, lifestyle-driven protocols, combining conventional and functional approaches for whole-person healing. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Roxanne on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Glutathione & Hormones: The Overlooked Antioxidant That Supports Fertility with Dr. Nayan Patel | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:39:20 | |
In episode #388 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Nayan Patel, talks about Glutathione & Hormones: The Overlooked Antioxidant That Supports Fertility. More about Dr. Nayan: Dr. Nayan Patel, Pharm.D., is a globally recognized pharmacist, wellness expert, and thought leader specializing in transdermal glutathione delivery. Since 1997, he has collaborated with physicians to develop customized drug and nutrition regimens for patients, including celebrities, CEOs, and healthcare providers. He is the author of The Glutathione Revolution, a book based on over a decade of clinical research on glutathione’s role in detoxification, aging, and energy production. Dr. Patel is the patent holder for the only absorbable form of topical glutathione and is a respected educator in anti-aging and cellular science. He teaches at the USC School of Pharmacy and continues to compound therapies for elite clients, all while balancing his roles as a husband, father, and son. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Nayan on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Understanding Miscarriage and How to Make a Plan for a Healthy Pregnancy with Rachel Sherriff | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:41:03 | |
In episode #387 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Rachel Sherriff, talks about Understanding Miscarriage and How to Make a Plan for a Healthy Pregnancy. More about Rachel : Rachel Sherriff is the Founder of The Fertility Suite, following her own journey with fertility struggles that led to her wanting to understand more about what could be done to support her own fertility and IVF cycle. The Fertility Suite is a holistic fertility clinic based in Oxted, Surrey offering Fertility Acupuncture, Reflexology and 1:1 Assessments. Rachel and her team of 5 are passionate about helping couples to either get pregnant naturally or if IVF is needed helping them to prepare for the best possible outcome. They also work online globally with couples to offer advice and guidance. Rachel has featured widely in various media publications, is passionate about fertility education and hosts The Fertility Suite podcast which aims to share knowledge from fertility experts. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Rachel on Instagram: Get your FREE Supplements Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: Must-Have Tools as a Fertility Coach with Dr. Kela Smith | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:28:37 | |
Episode #380 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about the Must-Have Tools as a Fertility Coach. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Business: https://www.fertilitycoachingmastery.com/ For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Ovulation Blueprint: How to Track, Predict, and Optimize to Conceive – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:33:25 | |
In episode #385 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about The Ovulation Blueprint: How to Track, Predict, and Optimize to Conceive – Inside the Fertility Puzzle. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is brought to you in partnership with Proov - https://proovtest.com/PUZZLE Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Advocating for Your Fertility Rights with Allison Freeman | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:36:44 | |
In episode #384 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Allison Freeman, talks about Advocating for Your Fertility Rights. More about Allison: After years of treatments, including IVF, Allison Freeman is a proud member and advocate of the fertility community. Utilizing her personal experience and law license, she began representing others during their fertility journeys and is at the forefront of issues related to treatments. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Allison on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Trauma Impacts Hormone Balance and Fertility with Dr. Amelia Kelley | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:49:22 | |
In episode #383 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Amelia Kelley, talks about How Trauma Impacts Hormone Balance and Fertility. More about Dr. Amelia: Dr. Amelia Kelley is a trauma-informed therapist, author, researcher, and host of The Sensitivity Doctor Podcast. Specializing in Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Brainspotting, she’s also a certified yoga and meditation instructor. Dr. Kelley is a psychology professor at Yorkville University and a nationally recognized relationship expert featured on XM Radio’s The Psychiatry Show and NPR’s The Measure of Everyday Life. Her private practice collaborates with the Kinsey Institute’s Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. She is the author of several books, including Gaslighting Recovery for Women and Powered by ADHD, and co-author of What I Wish I Knew. Her work appears in Psychology Today, ADDitude Magazine, and major media outlets such as Teen Vogue, HuffPost, and SELF. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Amelia on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Food for Fertility with Ro Huntriss | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:43:27 | |
In episode #382 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Ro Huntriss, talks about Food for Fertility. More about Ro: With 14 years of experience working as a Registered Dietitian across the NHS, private practice and commercial business, Ro is the founder of Fertility Dietitian UK. She has two Master's degrees in Advanced Nutrition, and Clinical Research, is a published academic author, and the author of Deliciously Healthy Fertility. Ro acts as the Chair of the Women's Health and Fertility Specialist Group of the British Dietetic Association, is the nutrition representative for the European Fertility Society committee and is a member of the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee APPG. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Ro on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Blood Sugar Impact Fertility with Bethany Gettis | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:40:10 | |
In episode #381 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Bethany Gettis, talks about How Blood Sugar Impact Fertility. More about Bethany: Bethany Gettis, a former weight loss and health nurse turned Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant™ and founder of Nutritious & Delicious, brings over 17 years of experience. She specializes in helping women with hormonal imbalances, fertility issues, PCOS, and endometriosis, offering customized meal plans and nutrition education to individuals and families worldwide. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Bethany on Instagram: Get your FREE 7 Day Fertility Meal Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: Finding Your Niche as a Fertility Coach with Dr. Kela Smith | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:25:31 | |
Episode #380 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Finding Your Niche as a Fertility Coach. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Inflammation: The Hidden Fertility Blocker and How to Overcome It – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:24:10 | |
In episode #379 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Inflammation: The Hidden Fertility Blocker and How to Overcome It – Inside the Fertility Puzzle. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Sleep--It’s So Important, and Yet So Undervalued with Becky Ackerman | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:34:00 | |
In episode #378 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Becky Ackerman, talks about Sleep--It’s So Important, and Yet So Undervalued. More about Becky: Becky Ackerman is a Fertility Coach and the founder of Lily & Bee Fertility. Becky works with women who are struggling to conceive and feel thoroughly stressed out and overwhelmed by the fertility process. Her focus on the connection between the mind and body helps women feel calm, confident, and in control, while also naturally boosting their fertility. Becky lives in New Jersey with her husband and three children, and if she's not working, chances are good you can find her on a tennis court. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Becky on Instagram: Get your FREE 12 Fertility Journal Prompts to Reduce Stress and Boost Your Mindset HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Power of Ritual in Your Fertility Journey with Caroline Ashurst | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:47:25 | |
In episode #377 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Caroline Ashurst, talks about The Power of Ritual in Your Fertility Journey. More about Caroline: Caroline Grace Ashurst, M.Ac ., L.Ac., is the founder of The Fertility Formula Functional Holistic Fertility Coaching and Restorative Harmony Acupuncture. With nearly 15 years of clinical experience in Chinese medicine and training alongside functional and naturopathic doctors—and drawing from over 25 years of personal hormonal healing—Caroline has supported women worldwide in growing their families. Her whole-woman approach to fertility blends ancient wisdom with modern science. Caroline integrates advanced lab testing, personalized treatment plans, nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle guidance, alongside hormone balancing and compassionate, heart-centered coaching to empower women on their fertility journeys. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Caroline on Instagram: Grab a FREE copy of How to Balance Your Hormones and Get (+Stay)Pregnant Faster Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Use of Acupuncture for Menstrual Cycle Issues - PMS, Period Pain, Irregular Cycles with Holly Leever | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:42:48 | |
In episode #376 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Holly Leever, talks about The Use of Acupuncture for Menstrual Cycle Issues - PMS, Period Pain, Irregular Cycles. More about Holly: Holly is a Fertility Awareness Educator, licensed Acupuncturist, and Herbalist whose passion for women's health stems from her personal experience with cycle and fertility challenges. After recovering from anorexia, fertility awareness helped her reconnect with her body and has since supported her through natural pregnancy prevention, conception, and postpartum. In 2014, she founded Rosebud Wellness to help women optimize fertility and hormone balance through holistic care. She supports clients locally in Ojai, California, and virtually worldwide. When she’s not supporting women on their wellness journeys, Holly enjoys spending time with her daughter, practicing yoga, and connecting with nature. She also hosts The Fertile Womb podcast, offering empowering education on fertility awareness and holistic reproductive health. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Holly on Instagram: Get a FREE 35-minute Training on Cycle Charting for Conception Success HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: Secrets to Successful Fertility Coaching Business with Dr. Kela Smith | 27 May 2025 | 00:27:10 | |
Episode #375 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Secrets to Successful Fertility Coaching Business. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Building Emotional Resilience While TTC – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 27 May 2025 | 00:27:10 | |
In episode #374 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Building Emotional Resilience While TTC – Inside the Fertility Puzzle. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts the Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDC’s) Destroy Your Fertility with Kirsty Smith | 20 May 2025 | 00:39:45 | |
In episode #373 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Kirsty Smith, talks about How Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDC’s) Destroy Your Fertility . More about Kirsty: Kirsty is a Functional Medicine Health Coach specialising in hormone and gut health. She is also the founder of Natural Rays Wellbeing Consultancy. She works with individuals and employers to support them to better understand their hormones and how to work with them so that they can optimise their fertility for consistent energy, better mood, less brain fog, and the enthusiasm to live the life they have worked so hard to create. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Kirsty on Instagram: Take the 2-min quiz to unlock your menstrual cycle saboteur and be on your way to a symptomless cycle HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Thyroid - The Forgotten Link to Hormones, Cycles, and Pregnancy with Dr. Brad Montagne | 13 May 2025 | 00:21:57 | |
In episode #372 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Brad Montagne, talks about Thyroid - The Forgotten Link to Hormones, Cycles, and Pregnancy. More about Dr. Brad: Dr. Brad Montagne battled with his own chronic illness as a young child. He began managing his own illness by making his own diet and lifestyle changes when he was young. In adult life He conquered his own cases of chronic illness, Candida, Fungal Infections, Leaky Gut, Lyme disease, Babesia and more with the tools he presents here. Dr Brad has been a researcher and a pioneer in Functional Medicine Doctor for 4 decades. He is known for having one of the highest rates of helping restore health to people with the worst cases – even after “expert” care has failed. Coined “the most thorough doctor” by many, Dr. Brad now does primarily distance care. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Brad on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Reclaiming Rhythm and Rest: A Body-First Approach to Managing Overwhelm and Burnout on a Fertility Journey. with Raquel Deville | 06 May 2025 | 00:35:26 | |
In episode #371 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Raquel Deville, talks about Reclaiming Rhythm and Rest: A Body-First Approach to Managing Overwhelm and Burnout on a Fertility Journey. More about Raquel: Raquel is a somatic therapist based in Belgium, guiding neurodivergent women—especially those with autism and ADHD—toward physical and emotional balance. With a background in HR, occupational health, and yoga therapy, she blends science and softness to help women feel safe in their own skin. Through body-based practices and deep listening, Raquel supports her clients in navigating stress, burnout, and sensory overwhelm with gentleness and clarity. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Raquel on Instagram: Get a FREE copy of the ‘It’s NOt Your Period’ Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Are You Ready to Transform Lives? The 5-Day Become a Fertility Coach Challenge Recap with Dr. Kela Smith | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:21:35 | |
Episode #370 – Are You Ready to Transform Lives? – The 5-Day Become a Fertility Coach Challenge Recap In this special episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela Smith shares a heartfelt and informative recap of the 5-Day Become a Fertility Coach Challenge - a transformational event for aspiring coaches ready to step into their purpose and build thriving fertility-focused practices. Each month, the final episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and those who aspire to become coaches, providing skills and insights you can apply directly to your own coaching practice. Whether you’re brand new to this path or already working in the health and wellness space, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to take the next step. Ready to transform lives (and your own)? Register now at https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/challenge Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @kela_healthcoach About Dr. Kela Smith: Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Business: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Navigating Fertility at Advanced Maternal Age - Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela Smith | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:22:43 | |
In episode #369 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Navigating Fertility at Advanced Maternal Age - Inside the Fertility Puzzle. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Explaining Unexplained Infertility with Dr. Miranda Naylor | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:26:36 | |
In episode #368 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Miranda Naylor, talks about Explaining Unexplained Infertility. More about Dr. Miranda: Dr. Miranda Naylor is a board-certified Family Medicine and Functional Medicine Doctor specializing in women's hormonal health and fertility. She uses a root-cause approach to help women get to the bottom of symptoms and optimize their health from the ground up. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Miranda on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Fertility Awareness/Creighton May Be the Key to Resolving Infertility with Caitlin Estes | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:33:23 | |
In episode #367 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Caitlin Estes, talks about How Fertility Awareness/Creighton May Be the Key to Resolving Infertility. More about Caitlin: Caitlin has used the Creighton system for over 12 years and has taught Creighton for 8 of those years. She’s reached the highest level of education in her field as a Certified FertilityCare Practitioner & leads a recognized FertilityCare Center of Excellence. She is passionate about women’s health and God’s presence in it. Like you, she believes that each woman deserves to understand her body and her fertility. She hosts Woven Well: a natural fertility podcast and writes weekly on topics of fertility and faith. She is also writes for Natural Womanhood. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Caitlin on Instagram: Grab the FREE Guide on “Asking Good Questions in the Dr's Office” HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Histamines Can Impact Fertility with Dr. Lynne Racette | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:35:59 | |
In episode #366 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Lynne Racette, talks about How Histamines Can Impact Fertility. More about Dr. Lynne: Dr. Lynne is a licensed naturopathic doctor in Ontario, Canada with a clinical focus on hormonal health and burnout, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She loves helping women support their hormones so that they can work for them, not against them. She has helped thousands of women navigate health and wellness from a hormonal standpoint. Her superpower is to find the cause of your symptoms and figure out solutions that work for you and your lifestyle. When she isn't working with patients or doing research, she is busy spending time outdoors with her 2 young kids and her giant Bernese mountain dog. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Lynne on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Use of Laser Therapy for Fertility with Dr. Lorne Brown | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:53:15 | |
In episode #365 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Lorne Brown talks about The Use of Laser Therapy for Fertility. More about Dr. Lorne: Dr. Lorne Brown is a recognized leader in integrative fertility care. His earlier career as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) uniquely shaped his approach to health and wellness. As the founder of Acubalance Wellness Centre, he pioneered low-level laser therapy for fertility and introduced IVF acupuncture to Vancouver clinics in 2002. Dr. Brown served as chair of the Integrative Fertility Symposium for six years and authored the Acubalance Fertility Diet. He is also the creator of Healthy Seminars, an online education platform for healthcare professionals, and the host of the Conscious Fertility Podcast, where he explores the intersection of science, consciousness, and reproductive health. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Lorne on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Building your Brand as a Fertility Coach with Dr. Kela Smith | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:22:20 | |
Episode #364 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Building your Brand as a Fertility Coach. Each month the last episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and people who want to be coaches to teach you skills that you can use in your own coaching practice so if you're already a coach or maybe you're thinking about becoming one you can learn so many skills from listening to these episodes. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| How Functional Labs Unlock Insights into Your Fertility Health – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:22:56 | |
In episode #363 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about How Functional Labs Unlock Insights into Your Fertility Health – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Fertility Yoga & Ayurveda Medicine: A Holistic, Minimalist Approach to Conception with Kerry Hinds | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:52:16 | |
In episode #362 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Kerry Hinds, talks about Fertility Yoga & Ayurveda Medicine: A Holistic, Minimalist Approach to Conception. More about Kerry: Kerry Hinds is the owner and founder of Fertile Body Yoga, a virtual yoga studio that is dedicated to supporting women navigating their fertility journey - whatever it may look like. She offers both livestream and on-demand Fertility Yoga Classes and Small Group Programs that embrace the complete journey - physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically, spiritually, and socially. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Kerry on Instagram: Join "On Fertile Ground" - an all-inclusive fertility retreat for your path to pregnancy from April 24 - 27th, 2025 in Hillsborough NH @ Bethel Farm HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Yoni Steaming for Conception with Kit Maloney | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:52:53 | |
In episode #361 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Kit Maloney, talks about Yoni Steaming for Conception. More about Kit: Kit Maloney is a certified Vaginal Steam Practitioner and founder of Kitara, a company dedicated to womb health through handcrafted yoni steam seats sustainably made by women in Maine. With over 20 years of experience as an activist, academic, and entrepreneur, Kit holds a Master’s in Gender and Social Policy from the London School of Economics and has been featured in Glamour and Marie Claire. Trained by Steamy Chick founder Keli Garza, Kit is passionate about empowering women through holistic practices that support reproductive health, healing, and overall wellness. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Kit on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating Grief and Finding Hope with Sarah Cox | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:29:58 | |
In episode #360 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Sarah Cox, talks about Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating Grief and Finding Hope. More about Sarah: Sarah went through infertility due to PCOS, along with three pregnancy losses. This included the 32 week stillbirth of her daughter, Jasmine. She now uses her experience to help other families that are going through loss through her social media, podcast, and traveling rainbow skirt. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Sarah on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: Why Certification Matters in Fertility Coaching with Dr. Kela Smith | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:22:56 | |
Episode #359 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Why Certification Matters in Fertility Coaching. Each month the last episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and people who want to be coaches to teach you skills that you can use in your own coaching practice so if you're already a coach or maybe you're thinking about becoming one you can learn so many skills from listening to these episodes. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Role of Fertility Teas in Balancing Hormones – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela Smith | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:18:57 | |
In episode #358 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about The Role of Fertility Teas in Balancing Hormones – Inside the Fertility Puzzle. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. She is an accomplished author and hosts the Solving-Infertility Summit and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Fertility Awareness for Optimal Health and Fertility with Haley Yeager | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:54:06 | |
In episode #357 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Haley Yeager, talks about Fertility Awareness for Optimal Health and Fertility. More about Haley: Haley Yeager, a native of Phoenix, AZ, is a dedicated advocate for women's health, particularly in the area of fertility awareness. She is married and a mother of three children, ages 5, 3, and 6 months. Passionate about empowering women and couples to understand their fertility, she specializes in teaching menstrual cycle charting. Haley firmly believes that the birth control pill is not the solution to women's reproductive health concerns. Instead, she advocates for fertility charting as a means to help doctors identify and address underlying health issues. She works at an OBGYN clinic, where she collaborates with physicians to educate clients on how to chart their cycles using the Creighton Model System, providing them with valuable insights into their reproductive health. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Haley on Instagram: Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Beyond Hormones: Uncovering Hidden Factors Affecting Fertility and Preconception Health with Katie Morra | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:43:48 | |
In episode #356 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Katie Morra, talks about Beyond Hormones: Uncovering Hidden Factors Affecting Fertility and Preconception Health. More about Katie: Katie Morra, IFMCP and Registered Dietitian, has over a decade of clinical experience specializing in chronic gut and hormonal imbalances. She is the founder of Gut Honest Truth, a functional nutrition consulting business, and GHT Academy, a training platform for healthcare practitioners. Katie has helped thousands of clients uncover the root causes of inflammation, autoimmune diseases, IBS, food sensitivities, stubborn weight, and hormonal imbalances using lab testing, supplements, and lifestyle changes. Through GHT Academy, she mentors nutritionists, dietitians, MDs, PAs, NPs, pharmacists, chiropractors, and health coaches, equipping them with the tools to confidently support their clients and grow their businesses. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Katie on Instagram: Get a FREE copy of the Gut Health 101 Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Importance of Shifting Your Mindset and Energy for Your Fertility with Elaina Ricchetti | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:45:41 | |
In episode #355 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Elaina Ricchetti, talks about The Importance of Shifting Your Mindset and Energy for Your Fertility. More about Elaina: Elaina is a fertility mindset coach who supports women who have been struggling to bring their baby earthside. After years of struggling with infertility herself, and many failed treatments, she decided to implement a series of new practices that would lead to not only pregnancy, but to a complete transformation into motherhood. Elaina teaches women how to identify the sources of their infertility on an energetic level as well as to discover limiting subconscious programs. In her program, the Fertility Mindset Method, she supports women to not only uncover these causes, but to quickly rewire, and clear them. Elaina’s mission is to help women to see the true power they have over their fertility and to deepen their intuitive connections to their innate womb wisdom. She leads with her heart and is passionate about supporting women on this journey to do the same. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Elaina on Instagram: Learn about EFT for Fertility HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| What AMH Means for Fertility and Egg Health – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:21:59 | |
In Episode #353 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela Smith takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle to discuss What AMH Means for Fertility and Egg Health. At the end of every month on The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, Dr. Kela takes you Inside the Fertility Puzzle with a special solo episode dedicated to key fertility topics. From optimizing hormones and decoding lab results to fostering emotional resilience, these episodes deliver actionable advice and expert insights to support your journey to conception. Designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate your unique fertility challenges, this series is your guide to empowerment and clarity. Tune in and let’s work together to solve your fertility puzzle with confidence! More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection: How Yoga and Breathwork Regulate the Nervous System for Fertility with Jennifer Edmonds | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:39:05 | |
In episode #352 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Jennifer Edmonds talks about Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection: How Yoga and Breathwork Regulate the Nervous System for Fertility. More about Jennifer: Jennifer is a Yoga, Pilates, Meditation & Breathwork teacher who specialises in fertility & women’s health. During a long & difficult fertility journey of her own, Jennifer eventually found the practice of Fertility Yoga. This practice was able to ease her anxiety while TTC, relieve chronic insomnia, re-balance a thyroid condition…and eventually it helped her to fall pregnant naturally. She now runs an online business, Element Pilates & Yoga, helping women all over the world to overcome fertility challenges & find their way to motherhood. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Solving Infertility Summit. https://www.solving-infertility.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: Register for a FREE 3-day Live Fertility Yoga Series HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Thyroid Problems Aren’t Typically Thyroid Problems with Nicole Fennell | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:34:19 | |
In episode #351 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Nicole Fennell, talks about Thyroid Problems Aren’t Typically Thyroid Problems. More about Nicole: Nicole Fennell is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Board Certified in Functional Nutritional Therapies with an emphasis in thyroid health, Hashimoto's, and metabolism support. She is a mom of three and owner of Chews Food Wisely. Since 2012, CFW has helped over a thousand women optimize their hormones, energy, metabolism and find peace with food by implementing personalized and sustainable strategies to make meal times more of a habit and less of a hassle. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew’s Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Nicole on Instagram: Watch the Thyroid Hormone Journey Masterclass HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Kickstarting 2025: Your Fertility Roadmap to Get Pregnant – Inside the Fertility Puzzle with Dr. Kela Smith | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:28:56 | |
In episode #350 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our host Dr. Kela Smith, talks about Kickstarting 2025: Your Fertility Roadmap to Get Pregnant – Inside the Fertility Puzzle. More about Dr. Kela: Dr. Kela Smith is a leading Holistic Integrative Fertility & Hormone Doctor, dedicated to supporting women and couples facing fertility challenges. After overcoming her own fertility struggles using the Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Method, it has been her mission to help others solve their infertility puzzles so they can get and stay pregnant, have a healthy happy pregnancy, and easy postpartum. An accomplished author, she also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, and Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit. Dr. Kela's expertise also extends to guiding and inspiring future fertility experts as the lead educator at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Solving Infertility Summit. https://www.solving-infertility.com Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Coaches' Corner: Goal Setting and Tracking for Fertility Coaches with Dr. Kela Smith | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:13:44 | |
Episode #349 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is a special episode where our host, Dr. Kela Smith talks about Goal Setting and Tracking for Fertility Coaches. Each month the last episode of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast is dedicated to coaches and people who want to be coaches to teach you skills that you can use in your own coaching practice so if you're already a coach or maybe you're thinking about becoming one you can learn so many skills from listening to these episodes.. More about Dr. Kela: After personally battling infertility, she was finally able to conceive by implementing her Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E method (plus cycle optimizing), which takes a holistic approach to preparing the body for pregnancy from the inside out. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women who are struggling with infertility to optimize their bodies and hormones so they can get pregnant, stay pregnant, have a healthy super baby, and easy postpartum, as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. With over 25 years of experience as a professional fitness trainer and wellness educator, Dr. Kela has created 7 courses and published multiple books on fertility, hormones, pregnancy and total body wellness. Her recent book, The Hormone Puzzle Method: Optimizing Pregnancy has all her tips for a healthy, happy pregnancy. She mentors future fertility experts at the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute, which is an accredited and certified institute of higher learning for anyone interested in becoming a fertility coach. She also hosts Solving-Infertility Summit, Healthy Happy Pregnancy Summit and Fertility Coaching Mastery Summit. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute - your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in fertility coaching. Download a copy of the course catalog - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/course-catalog Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram - Get your FREE Fertility Coach Roadmap: 3 Steps to Launch a Fertility Coaching Busines: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| Can You Reverse Your Ovarian Age with Dr. Aumatma Simmons | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:52:38 | |
In episode #348 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Aumatma Simmons, talks about Can You Reverse Your Ovarian Age. More about Dr. Aumatma: Dr. Aumatma is a double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor & Endocrinologist, in practice for close to 15 years. She specializes in fertility and is the best-selling author of two books: "Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making” and “(In)Fertility: Struggles, Secrets, & Successes” Dr. Aumatma is also the Creator of Fertile Foundations™ supplements, a line of research-driven nutrients to support your fertility journey and the Host of the Egg Meets Sperm podcast. In addition to supporting couples through individualized care in person and long distance, Dr. Aumatma also trains practitioners who want to specialize in fertility. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Solving Infertility Summit. https://www.solving-infertility.com Follow Dr. Aumatma on Instagram: Get The Blueprint for the EXACT tests you need HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||
| The Importance of Good Quality Sleep for Hormone Regulation (And More Importantly Nervous System Regulation) with Dr. Katie Rose | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:40:25 | |
In episode #347 of The Hormone Puzzle Podcast, our guest Dr. Katie Rose, talks about The Importance of Good Quality Sleep for Hormone Regulation (And More Importantly Nervous System Regulation). More about Dr. Katie: Dr. Katie Rose is a licensed naturopathic physician and fertility coach who has helped hundreds overcome infertility. Her unique 3 step method to support the body, mind and spirit has allowed her clients to conceive despite years of unexplained infertility, failed IVF treatments, PCOS, Hashimoto's, endometriosis, and recurrent pregnancy losses. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Solving Infertility Summit. https://www.solving-infertility.com Follow Dr. Katie on Instagram: Get the 10 Steps to Optimize Circadian Rhythm & Sleep Free Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com | |||