Explore every episode of the podcast Reproductive Rebel
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| Reboot - Menopause as a Rite of Passage with Jane Hardwick Collings | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:52:58 | |
Over the last two seasons of Reproductive Rebel I’ve talked about menarche and childbirth as rites of passage. This week I had the honor of sitting down with Jane Hardwicke Collings to discuss menopause as a rite of passage.
- Jane Hardwicke Collings is a grandmother, former homebirth midwife for 30 years, a teacher, writer and menstrual, childbirth and menopause educator. She offers training programs on mother and daughter preparation for menstruation, and all her workshops. She offers workshops on the spiritual practice of menstruation, and the sacred dimensions of pregnancy, birth and menopause. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| A Holistic Look at Cancer - A Tribute to Kerry Chamberlain | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:51:27 | |
This is a previously aired episode of Reproductive Rebel, re-released in loving memory of Kerry Chamberlain. What if breast cancer care could be about more than surviving? What if it was about living with intention, presence, and deep self-trust? In this meaningful conversation, I sat down with Kerry Chamberlain to explore a holistic approach to breast cancer care—one that extends beyond conventional treatment to include emotional, spiritual, and whole-body healing. In this episode, we discuss:
Whether you are on your own healing journey, supporting someone you love, or seeking a more expansive understanding of care, Kerry’s voice, wisdom, and lived experience continue to offer insight, empowerment, and hope. This re-airing honors her legacy and the impact she continues to have. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Best Gift You Can Give: I stand with her with Kirsten Karchmer | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:50:52 | |
What if the most radical act of healing wasn’t found in a clinic, but in compassion? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down once again with Kirsten Karchmer, a pioneer in reproductive wellness and founder of I Stand With Her — a movement dedicated to rebuilding bridges between women in an increasingly divided world. We talk about:
This conversation is a call to come home to one another. Because when women support women, the world heals faster. 💗 The best gift you can give? Solidarity. Compassion. Sisterhood. Let’s remember what connects us — and rise together for the good of our shared future. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Insomnia to Integration: Restoring Balance Through Sleep with Dr. Barry Krakow | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:43:02 | |
What if your sleepless nights are more than just stress or bad habits? What if they’re a message from your body asking for restoration? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Dr. Barry Krakow, a renowned sleep medicine specialist, to explore the profound relationship between sleep, hormonal health, and the body’s natural ability to heal. We dive into: ✨ Why sleep disturbances often signal deeper imbalances in the reproductive and nervous systems ✨ How disrupted sleep impacts hormones, fertility, and perimenopause ✨ Practical strategies to repair your sleep and reclaim your energy ✨ The often-overlooked role of sleep in emotional regulation and reproductive well-being If you’ve been stuck in cycles of insomnia, fatigue, or feeling “wired but tired,” this episode is your invitation to return to a state of deep rest and integration. 💡 Tune in and learn how to honor your body’s nighttime wisdom so you can wake up whole. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Sacred Sexuality in the Second Half: Aging Desire, and Relationship Dynamics with Dr. Stephanie Bathurst | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:39:43 | |
Who says sexuality has an expiration date? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by Dr. Stephanie Bathurst — clinical sexologist, family therapist, and expert in sexuality and relationships — to break down what intimacy looks like as we age. Together, we explore how desire shifts across the second half of life, the surprising gifts that come with aging and partnership, and how couples can navigate evolving dynamics while keeping intimacy alive and sacred. If you’ve ever wondered how to embrace the changes of aging without losing connection to your sensual self, this conversation is a roadmap to pleasure, presence, and power at every age. In this episode, we discuss:
✨ Don’t miss this soul-stirring reminder that sexuality is lifelong, sacred, and ever-evolving. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Shame to Sacred: Awakening Your Feminine Energy with Tantra with Sacha Fossa | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:47:56 | |
In this soul-stirring episode of Reproductive Rebel, we explore the ancient practice of Tantra—not as a sexual technique, but as a revolutionary path of healing for the feminine. Join me as we unravel: 🌸 How shame becomes embedded in the body and what it takes to release it 🌸 Why Tantra is more about energy and embodiment than intimacy 🌸 Rituals and practices to begin awakening your feminine power 🌸 How to reclaim your womb and your pleasure as sacred Whether you’ve been curious about Tantra or simply long for a deeper connection to your body, this conversation will guide you from shame to sacred, one breath at a time. - Sacha Fossa provides custom designed programs for her clients to create and experience their Best Sex & Love Lives, yet and ongoing. Through her pleasure based business, Sacred Temple Arts Her credentials include: -Sex, Relationship, Intimacy & Wellness Coach & Educator -Holistic Healing Arts & Therapies Practitioner -MA in Health Arts & Sciences -Erotic Blueprint Coach™ -Advanced Certified Tantric Educator™ -Certified Sex Educator Take the Erotic Blueprint Quiz - Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Birthing Yourself Anew: The Alchemy of Birth, Business and Becoming with Kimberly Spencer | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:50:13 | |
In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by the luminous Kimberly Spencer of Crown Yourself — a coach, storyteller, and sovereign entrepreneur who knows what it means to rise from the ashes and birth herself anew. Together we explore the alchemy of creation — how the portal of giving birth to babies and the portal of birthing businesses both demand a sacred shedding, a burning down of what no longer serves, and a courageous becoming on your own terms. We talk about:
If you’ve ever felt the tension between motherhood, your body, and the desire to create something bigger than yourself, this conversation will remind you: you are the portal. You are the alchemist. And you get to choose how you birth yourself into the next version of who you’re becoming. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Impossible to Conceivable: Rewriting the Fertility Journey with Kirsten Karchmer | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:50:59 | |
What if your fertility struggle wasn’t a personal failure—but a system failing you? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Kirsten Karchmer, founder of Conceivable, a revolutionary platform that blends the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern technology to make fertility support both accessible and cost-effective. We talk about:
This conversation isn’t just about conception—it’s about reclaiming your power, your body, and your right to accessible care. ✨ Whether you’re actively trying to conceive, considering your options, or simply curious about how holistic approaches can transform reproductive health, this episode is for you. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Rewriting the Script: Career Reinvention in the Wild Midlife Years with Mary Beth O’Connor | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:46:59 | |
Midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s a crossroads. And for many women navigating the deep waters of perimenopause, it’s a moment of reckoning with who they’ve been… and who they’re becoming. In this powerful episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re joined by Mary Beth O’Connor, a fierce voice for transformation, to talk about what it really means to change careers, identities, and internal narratives in the middle of life. We explore:
Whether you’re contemplating a pivot or already on the path of reinvention, this episode reminds you that your most aligned chapter may still be ahead. 🌀 Your age is not your expiration date. It’s your ignition point. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Timelines & Test Tubes: Reclaiming Fertility Beyond The Clock with Tsao-Lin Moy | 04 Nov 2025 | 01:04:26 | |
We’ve all heard the warnings about the “biological clock.” Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Your Fertility Journey Deserves Clarity: IVF Costs and Considerations with Lakia Holmes | 28 Oct 2025 | 01:13:44 | |
In this powerful episode, we dive into the truth behind the financial and emotional costs of IVF with Lakia Holmes, fertility advocate and founder of The Fertility Finance Coach. Together, we break down what most clinics don’t tell you — the real numbers behind treatment, the overlooked emotional toll, and how to reclaim sovereignty in your fertility journey. You’ll learn: ✨ The true costs and common hidden fees of IVF ✨ Financial planning strategies for fertility support ✨ How to bring more clarity and empowerment into your decision-making ✨ Why informed choice is an act of radical self-care Whether you’re considering IVF, currently in treatment, or seeking a more holistic approach to fertility, this episode will leave you grounded, informed, and ready to make choices that honor your body, your heart, and your future. - Connect with Lakia Holmes: https://lakiasmbc.com Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| It Takes Two: Rethinking Fertility Beyond the Female Body with Gabriela Rosa | 21 Oct 2025 | 01:00:58 | |
In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we unravel the deeply ingrained myth that fertility is solely a “female issue.” Host Adrienne Irizarry, a holistic women’s health practitioner, invites you into a real, raw, and informed conversation about why fertility must be seen through a whole-body, whole-couple lens. Together, we explore:
Whether you’re actively trying to conceive, thinking about future fertility, or supporting someone who is, this episode will change the way you think about reproductive health. Resources Mentioned: https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article/40/Supplement_1/deaf097.018/8170558 https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article-abstract/27/10/2908/749072 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/endocrinology/articles/10.3389/fendo.2021.802632/full https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/endocrinology/articles/10.3389/fendo.2021.802632/full Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Beyond The Treadmill: What Your Body Really Needs After Menopause with Alicia Jones | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:56:53 | |
Most women over 50 have been told the same thing by their doctors: do more cardio, keep your weight down, and move your body every day. But what if that advice isn’t just outdated—it’s actively working against your well-being? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m pulling back the curtain on the fitness myths that keep midlife women exhausted, injured, and disconnected from their bodies. Menopause isn’t the end of vitality—it’s a new hormonal landscape that requires a new approach to movement. We’ll dive into: ✨ Why “more cardio” can actually make fatigue, weight gain, and joint pain worse after menopause ✨ The role of hormones in shaping strength, stamina, and recovery post-50 ✨ Which kinds of movement support bone health, muscle resilience, and nervous system regulation ✨ The radical importance of rest, flexibility, and flow in a fitness plan that truly nourishes ✨ How to shift from punishing workouts to practices that restore balance and energy If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling like the advice you got didn’t match your lived experience, this episode will give you the validation—and the tools—you’ve been waiting for. Menopause is not a decline; it’s an initiation into a wiser, stronger, softer way of being in your body. Let’s explore what that looks like when it comes to fitness and health. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Giving Ourselves Grace with Carissa Karban | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:52:55 | |
What if grace is the medicine we’ve been missing? In this heart-centered episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by Carissa Karban — trauma-informed leadership coach and founder of The Heal Collective — for a tender and empowering conversation about how we meet ourselves in the midst of healing. Together, we explore:
Carissa’s work is a balm for anyone ready to move from self-criticism to self-trust. This conversation invites you to soften, slow down, and remember that your pace is sacred. Connect with Carissa Karban: Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Breaking the Hustle Myth: Cycle-Aligned Planning & Feminine Flow with Anna Hall | 30 Sep 2025 | 01:08:12 | |
What if productivity wasn’t about pushing harder, but about flowing with your body’s natural rhythms? In this episode of The Reproductive Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Anna Hall of Embody Space to challenge the toxic hustle myth and explore what it means to live and work cyclically. Anna shares how cycle-aligned planning allows you to tap into your natural energy, creativity, and rest phases without guilt. We explore: ✨ What cyclical living really looks like (beyond just tracking your bleed) ✨ How to plan your work and life in harmony with your cycle phases ✨ Why hustle culture is deeply rooted in patriarchal systems — and how breaking free changes everything ✨ Practical ways to start embodying cyclical rhythms in daily work, relationships, and creativity This conversation is an invitation to remember: your body is not a machine. It’s a rhythm, a pulse, a wave. And when you align with it, you reclaim time, balance, and joy. 🔗 Connect with Anna Hall at https://www.embody.space/ 🌙 Ready to bring cyclical wisdom into your own life? Explore my free and paid resources at moonessence.life Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Not One-Size-Fits-All: Metabolic Typing and Personalized Nutrition with Dr. Anju Mathur | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:33:22 | |
In today’s episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Dr. Anju Mather, a functional medicine physician with a deep commitment to whole-person healing. Together, we explore the power of metabolic typing — a personalized approach to nutrition that honors your body’s unique biochemistry. If you’ve ever struggled with diets that don’t seem to “work,” chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, or fertility frustrations, this episode will open new doors of possibility. Dr. Mather walks us through how understanding your metabolic type can change everything from your energy levels to your reproductive health. We explore: ✨ The fundamentals of metabolic typing ✨ How it differs from trendy or restrictive diets ✨ Real-life impacts on menstrual cycles, fertility, and perimenopause ✨ Why personalized nutrition is critical for sustainable healing This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ready to stop guessing — and start eating in a way that truly supports your body. - Dr. Anju Mather is a board-certified physician and founder of Angel Longevity Medical Center. With decades of experience in functional medicine, she helps patients reverse chronic conditions, rebalance hormones, and reclaim their vitality through personalized, root-cause approaches. https://www.angellongevity.com Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Silent Saboteur: Childhood Trauma's Hidden Role in Reproductive Health with Riana Milne | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:41:35 | |
What if your fertility journey isn’t about what’s wrong with your body — but what your body is trying to protect? In this powerful episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re joined by trauma-informed coach and relationship expert Riana Milne for a deep dive into how unresolved childhood trauma silently impacts reproductive health. From stress hormone imbalances to subconscious self-protection mechanisms, we explore why the body often holds the score — and how to begin healing it. Together, we break down:
This conversation is a call to compassion — for your younger self, your present body, and your future dreams. Get your free life and love reports here Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Beyond the Veil: When the Body Starts Talking Loudly in Perimenopause with LisaBeth Lent | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:39:16 | |
Perimenopause is often painted as a problem to be fixed, silenced, or medicated away. But what if it’s something more sacred? What if the mood swings, the fatigue, the rage, the sleepless nights—are not signs of something wrong with you, but signs that something wants to rise within you? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Unplug to Rewire: Natural Tools for Modern Wellness with Isabella Young | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:50:16 | |
Welcome to this episode of the Reproductive Rebel podcast, where we explore the wisdom your body remembers and the rituals that bring you home to yourself. In today’s conversation, we’re diving into natural technologies—ancient, Earth-honoring practices that support optimal health in our modern, overstimulated world. If your hormones feel off, your nervous system is frazzled, or you just feel disconnected from your cycle, this episode is for you. We’ll explore how grounding (earthing) and sun gazing are more than wellness buzzwords—they’re scientifically supported ways to regulate your nervous system, balance your circadian rhythm, reduce inflammation, and improve reproductive and hormonal health. You’ll learn:
This is your invitation to reclaim your body’s relationship with the Earth and sky—no expensive gadgets, no complicated protocols. Just you, your breath, and the power of presence. ✨ Because your healing doesn’t live in your phone—it lives in your body. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Radiance Reclaimed: Holistic Beauty Without the Toxins with Renee Harris | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:36:18 | |
In a world of ingredient overload, greenwashing, and toxic beauty standards, how do we care for our skin without compromising our health? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Disconnection to Desire: Reclaiming Pleasure Through the Erotic Blueprints with Sacha Fossa | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:10:17 | |
In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, Adrienne is joined by Sacha Fossa, somatic sexologist and certified Erotic Blueprint™ Coach, for a transformative conversation about the journey from body disconnection to radical pleasure. Together, they explore:
This episode is especially for you if you’ve ever felt broken, numb, or confused about what turns you on. You’re not broken. You’re just ready to remember your unique path to pleasure. - Sacha Fossa provides custom designed programs for her clients to create and experience their Best Sex & Love Lives, yet and ongoing. Through her pleasure based business, Sacred Temple Arts Her credentials include: -Sex, Relationship, Intimacy & Wellness Coach & Educator -Holistic Healing Arts & Therapies Practitioner -MA in Health Arts & Sciences -Erotic Blueprint Coach™ -Advanced Certified Tantric Educator™ -Certified Sex Educator Take the Erotic Blueprint Quiz Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| What Is Somatic Experiencing with Betsy Kudlinski | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:56:50 | |
What does it really mean to feel safe in your body? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we dive into the world of Somatic Experiencing with trauma-informed bodyworker and somatic practitioner Betsy Kudlinski. We explore how trauma is stored in the nervous system—not just the mind—and how gentle, body-based practices can help you reclaim a sense of safety, agency, and wholeness. From pelvic health to perinatal healing, Betsey shares how somatics can be a deeply empowering tool in reproductive wellness. Whether you’re navigating chronic stress, trauma after birth, or simply curious about how to reconnect with your body on a deeper level, this conversation is a must-listen. - Betsy Kudlinski is a trauma-informed bodyworker and certified Somatic Experiencing practitioner who supports women and birthing people through transitions, grief, and embodied healing. Her work bridges the nervous system, body, and spirit to help people reconnect with their innate wisdom and resilience. Learn more about her work at https://betsykudlinski.com/ Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Working In A Heart Forward Way: The Heal Collective with Carissa Karban | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:36:34 | |
What does it mean to build something that honors your heart, your healing, and your humanity? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, Adrienne sits down with Carissa Karban, the visionary behind The Heal Collective, to explore what it truly looks like to lead, live, and work in a heart-forward way. Together, they unpack the systems that keep us stuck in burnout, hustle, and disconnection—and how The Heal Collective is creating a new paradigm rooted in equity, embodiment, and collective care. Whether you’re a practitioner, a space holder, or simply someone yearning for more alignment in your work, this episode offers inspiration and permission to do it differently. Your heart is not a liability—it’s your greatest guide. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Silent Postpartum Making Space for What Isn't Talked About After Birth with Dr. Jessica Vernon | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:37:11 | |
What happens when the world stops asking how you’re doing — and only sees the baby? In this tender and truth-telling episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re joined by holistic OB/GYN Dr. Jessica Vernon who specializes in perinatal mental health to talk about the often invisible realities of life after birth. From postpartum depression and anxiety to rage, numbness, and identity loss — we unpack the emotional terrain many mothers quietly endure. Together, we explore what it means to truly care for birthing people beyond the delivery room, and how we can shift the postpartum experience from silent suffering to sacred support. If you or someone you love has ever felt “off” after birth but didn’t have the words — this episode offers both language and liberation. - About Our Guest: Dr. Jessica Vernon, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN and perinatal mental health specialist who bridges the worlds of modern medicine and holistic healing. With a passion for whole-person care, she supports birthing people through the emotional, hormonal, and spiritual transitions of matrescence. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Overprescribed to Empowered: A new vision for Integrative health with John Moro | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:55:36 | |
In this eye-opening episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re pulling back the curtain on polypharmacy—the all-too-common practice of prescribing multiple medications, often without cohesive oversight. For women navigating complex reproductive health journeys, this can mean side effects, confusion, and disempowerment. But what if there was another way? Join your host, Adrienne Irizarry, as she explores how herbalists and pharmacists can co-create a more holistic, safe, and empowering approach to care. Discover how collaboration across disciplines isn’t just possible—it’s necessary for true healing. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Reproductive Real Talk: Why It's So Damn Hard to Find Black and Brown Sperm Donors with Lakia Holmes | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:52:55 | |
In this powerful episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re getting real about a topic that’s rarely discussed but urgently needs attention: the critical lack of Black sperm donors in fertility clinics across the country. Our guest, Lakia Holmes—fertility advocate and reproductive justice warrior—joins us to unpack the deep systemic, cultural, and emotional layers that contribute to this disparity. From medical mistrust and stigma in the Black community to inequities in the donor recruitment process, Lakia shares insight, research, and personal stories that shine a light on this hidden crisis in reproductive healthcare. Whether you’re on a fertility journey, supporting someone who is, or committed to equity in wellness spaces, this conversation will move you, challenge you, and empower you to think differently about whose stories get told—and whose futures are made possible. What We Cover: 🖤 Why there’s a severe shortage of Black sperm donors 🖤 The role of systemic racism in donor recruitment and reproductive medicine 🖤 Cultural stigmas and trust issues that impact donation rates 🖤 What inclusive fertility justice really looks like 🖤 How you can be part of the solution Connect with Lakia Holmes: Instagram: @lakiaholmes Website: https://lakiasmbc.com Subscribe + Share: If this episode resonated, share it with your community and help raise awareness. Tag us @moonessenceme so we can amplify your voice in this conversation. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| How To Have Your Best S3x and Love Life with Sacha Fossa | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:49:39 | |
Are you ready to unlock the love and sex life your body, heart, and spirit have been craving? In this juicy episode, sacred sexuality and Tantra expert Sacha Fossa joins us to share how to reawaken your desire, deepen your intimacy, and heal your relationship with pleasure. We explore how women can move from performance to presence, from obligation to ecstasy, and why your most empowered self begins in the bedroom. This is an invitation to reclaim your sensual sovereignty—on your terms. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| From Lost to Empowered: Aimee Goodwin's Story of Chronic Lyme & the Power of Integrated Healing | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:34:18 | |
What happens when the answers you’re given… aren’t enough? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Unwritten: The Womb, the Wild Girl and the Power of Not Knowing | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:27:20 | |
Remember when you used to just… play? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Truth Beneath: Perfectionism, Pain & the Power of Support with Mary Beth O'Connor | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:38:52 | |
✨ The Truth Beneath ✨ Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Rooted In Legacy: Claiming Motherhood Through IVF on My Own Terms with Lakia Holmes | 10 Jun 2025 | 01:13:07 | |
What if motherhood wasn’t about waiting for the “right time” or the “right partner”?
Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Full Circle Why Eating Disorders Resurface in Menopause with Michele Mason | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:31:35 | |
What happens when the body you once fought to control starts changing… again? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Mothering the Mother: How Her Own Darkness Lit the Path for Others with Nicola Crawley | 27 May 2025 | 00:42:21 | |
Many mothers suffer in silence. We talk about: Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Power of Pause in Perimenopause with Kate Galli | 20 May 2025 | 00:33:18 | |
Perimenopause isn’t a problem to fix — it’s a portal to reclaim. In this week’s episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re talking about the Power of Pause — how creating sacred space and honoring routines can become a powerful practice of self-devotion during perimenopause. This is your permission slip to slow down, soften, and actually feel what your body’s been whispering all along. Tune in for a grounded, rebellious reframe of this transition — and how to walk it with grace, not grind. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Energy Goes Where Intention Flows | 13 May 2025 | 00:32:33 | |
Where are you placing your sacred attention, love? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Medical Astrology with Taylor Sappington | 06 May 2025 | 00:47:31 | |
They said it was all in your head. The stars say otherwise. This week’s Reproductive Rebel episode, “Written in the Stars,” features the brilliant Taylor Sappington, and we’re blowing the lid off the medical system with ancient wisdom + astrological insight. Your rising sign could be telling you why your hormones feel off. Your Saturn placement? Clueing you in on ancestral patterns. It’s not woo—it’s truth. And it’s time you heard it. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Advocating with your OBGYN with Dr. Lisa Parsons | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:45:52 | |
One of the most common questions I get from clients is: This is SUCH an important topic—and this week on the Reproductive Rebel podcast, I brought in someone who knows the inside scoop: a practicing gynecologist. Together, we go deep into: If you’ve ever felt steamrolled, silenced, or scared to ask for what you need, this one is for you. Let’s rewrite the way we show up at the GYN’s office. Listen now + share this with every woman you know. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Human Design with Jo Visser | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:54:44 | |
This week on Reproductive Rebel, we’re diving into the cosmos of Human Design—a beautiful fusion of astrology, I Ching, the chakra system, and quantum physics. This isn’t about personality tests or quick fixes. This is about body wisdom, energetic sovereignty, and remembering the truth of who you are. You’ll learn: When you’re aligned with your design, your body stops fighting. Your energy flows. You get to live + lead from your truth—not the expectations of the world. Hit play, rebel. Your blueprint is waiting. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Over Fifty Fit and Fabulous with Alicia Jones | 15 Apr 2025 | 01:06:38 | |
They told us aging meant slowing down. They were wrong. On this week’s Reproductive Rebel episode, I sat down with the radiant force that is Alicia Jones, fitness expert and advocate for women 50+ who are ready to reclaim their health, power, and JOY. This is not about “bouncing back.” Tune in to hear: Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Aligned, Embodied and Protected with Anna Hall | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:43:06 | |
Imagine an app that doesn’t gaslight your symptoms. Doesn’t sell your data. Doesn’t assume your body needs fixing. Anna Hall did more than imagine it — she dreamed it and it’s now available for you. This week on Reproductive Rebel, we explore how her team is weaving womb-wisdom into every layer of UX, giving rise to a tool that truly protects your sacred data and keeps your cycle intelligence where it belongs: with you. This is what it means to design in alignment. Tapped in. Body-led. Spirit-backed. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Steam Your Way To Better Sleep | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:21:13 | |
Modern life has taught us to override our bodies—but the nervous system remembers. The pelvis is a control center for safety, rest, and repair. In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re breaking down how pelvic steaming before bed activates acupuncture points that regulate the nervous system, ease pelvic tension, and signal the body to finally exhale. And guess what? This is for all life stages—whether your cycle still flows or you’ve stepped into your next era. Press play and learn why your ancestors knew this secret all along. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Silky Sleep with Evalee Gertz | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:28:26 | |
The Hidden Key to Restful Sleep ✨ Your sleep struggles might not be about stress, hormones, or the full moon—it could be your light exposure. This week on Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by Evalee Gertz of Sia Silk, and we’re diving into something so simple yet wildly transformative: the way light (or the lack of it) shapes your sleep cycles. We talk about: 🌙 How artificial light is disrupting your body’s natural rhythms 🕯️ Ways to create a sleep sanctuary that supports deep rest 💡 The surprising role of a sleep mask in deepening your sleep quality If you’ve been craving more restorative sleep and waking up actually refreshed, you won’t want to miss this one. Check out Sia Silk here: https://www.siasilk.com/ Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| No Shame In The Sleep Game | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:19:55 | |
You’ve been told to work harder, push through, and “sleep when you’re dead.” But what if I told you that chronic sleep deprivation is wrecking your hormones, gut health, and emotional well-being? This week on Reproductive Rebel, we’re exposing the shocking truth about women’s sleep needs (hint: it’s way more than most people realize). If you’ve been feeling foggy, moody, or just plain exhausted, this episode is your permission slip to prioritize rest—guilt-free. Because real rebellion? It looks like well-rested women reclaiming their power. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Trusting Intuition Extrasensory Perception | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:36:38 | |
What if the whispers in your body, the gut nudges, the chills down your spine—what if they weren’t random? What if they were your deepest knowing speaking to you? In this week’s episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re diving into intuition as extra sensory perception—a skill, a language, a tool for liberation. Your body is always in conversation with you. The question is: do you trust it? Tune in as we explore how intuition is woven into our hormonal rhythms, our ancestral memory, and our sacred work as healers. We’ll unpack the layers of conditioning that make us doubt ourselves and reclaim the gift of deep, embodied knowing. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Holistic Look at Cancer with Kerry Chamberlain | 04 Mar 2025 | 01:50:48 | |
What if breast cancer care could be more than just surviving—what if it was about truly living? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Kerry Chamberlain to talk about a holistic approach to breast cancer care that goes beyond conventional treatment. We discuss:
Whether you’re navigating your own journey or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers insight, empowerment, and hope. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| The Paradox of Womanhood: Motherhood Edition | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:28:46 | |
The impossible standards of womanhood are exhausting. We’re expected to be powerful but not intimidating, beautiful but effortless, caregivers but never needy. It’s a paradox that keeps us chasing an ever-moving finish line, always feeling like we’re falling short. But what if the feeling of “not enough” isn’t personal—it’s systemic? In this episode, we unpack the societal and generational conditioning that fuels this illusion, and we explore tangible ways to break the cycle. The truth is, you were never the problem. The rules were. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Can We Forgive Ourselves | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:27:43 | |
Did you know compassion and forgiveness can play a huge role in your health? The inability to forgive yourself, a situation or others holds energy stuck in your body - opening the door to disharmony and disease. Join me this week as I unpack how forgiving ourselves is one of the hardest and yet healthiest things we can do for our body. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Meaningful Menopause with Jo Visser | 11 Feb 2025 | 01:02:53 | |
Perimenopause is a journey. While culturally we speak of it as a thing to be dreaded - it's an invitation to step into a new way of being. When we are true to ourselves and come into alignment with that truth we are empowered, healthier and bold. Join me this week as Jo Visser and I talk about how to make a meaningful menopausal journey and how nourishing this journey can really be. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Menopause as a Rite of Passage with Jane Hardwicke Collings | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:52:02 | |
Over the last two seasons of Reproductive Rebel I’ve talked about menarche and childbirth as rites of passage. This week I had the honor of sitting down with Jane Hardwicke Collings to discuss menopause as a rite of passage.
- Jane Hardwicke Collings is a grandmother, former homebirth midwife for 30 years, a teacher, writer and menstrual, childbirth and menopause educator. She offers training programs on mother and daughter preparation for menstruation, and all her workshops. She offers workshops on the spiritual practice of menstruation, and the sacred dimensions of pregnancy, birth and menopause. Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||
| Resisting Surrender | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:36:23 | |
Are you someone who has a hard time letting others load the dishwasher? Does it feel unsafe to let other people take over certain tasks in your life? Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life. - Brought to you in partnership with Bitter or Better - I Decide. Many reproductive, menstrual and menopause problems are triggered by stress. Learn how to reduce this stress with the book "Bitter or Better - I Decide". Access your free gifts now by visiting https://bitterorbetteridecide.com/ - “Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% off Tao of Women Institute: Our Course Catalog Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman! | |||