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.

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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:

• Why desire doesn’t fade — it transforms
• How aging impacts sexuality and intimacy
• Ways to navigate relationship dynamics in midlife and beyond
• Tools for deepening connection in long-term partnerships

✨ Don’t miss this soul-stirring reminder that sexuality is lifelong, sacred, and ever-evolving.

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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.

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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:

• 🔥 Why motherhood and entrepreneurship are both initiations into radical self-trust
• 🌙 How to honor the cycles of death and rebirth in your body and in your business
• 🌀 The role of surrender in becoming the woman and leader you were born to be
• ✨ Practical wisdom for creating a business that feels as sacred and alive as giving birth

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.

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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:

• Why so many fertility journeys feel isolating, expensive, and out of reach
• How TCM identifies root causes that Western approaches often overlook
• Practical, affordable ways to optimize your body’s natural fertility
• Why rewriting the fertility story is as much about empowerment as it is about biology

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.

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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:

• Why perimenopause often awakens the desire for change
• Letting go of outdated identities and external expectations
• How to move through fear and step into your second (or third!) act with clarity and courage
• The real, raw process of trusting your own timing

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.

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We’ve all heard the warnings about the “biological clock.”
But what if the way we’ve been taught to think about fertility—and time—isn’t the full story?

In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we explore the powerful distinction between chronological age and biological age, uncovering how your overall health, stress levels, and lifestyle can shape your reproductive potential far more than a calendar year ever could.

We’ll also take a grounded look at IVF and assisted reproductive technologies—their possibilities, limitations, and the ethical questions they raise about autonomy, access, and how we define family.

This conversation isn’t about pressure. It’s about permission—to understand your body, reclaim your choices, and release the myths that keep women bound to someone else’s timeline.

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 In this episode, we explore:
•The difference between chronological and biological fertility age
•How lifestyle, stress, and environment impact reproductive vitality
•The ethical considerations around IVF and reproductive technologies
•Cultural narratives that fuel fear and urgency around fertility
•A more cyclical, body-led approach to fertility and timing

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 Key Takeaway:

Your fertility isn’t defined by a date on the calendar—it’s shaped by the health, energy, and story of your whole being.
You are not running out of time. You are in rhythm with it.

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 Tune in if you’re:
•Feeling anxious about age and fertility
•Considering or undergoing IVF
•Curious about holistic and ethical fertility approaches
•Ready to move from fear to embodied understanding

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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.

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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:

• The silent epidemic of male-factor infertility
• How sperm health is impacted by stress, environment, and nutrition
• Why fertility treatments often overlook the role of the male partner
• How couples can co-regulate, support each other, and reclaim fertility as a team effort
• Rituals, herbs, and practices to support both partners on the conception path

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

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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.

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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:

• Why self-compassion is foundational to sustainable healing
• The cultural pressures that make grace feel “lazy” or undeserved
• What it looks like to build a heart-forward business and healing path
• How to begin unraveling perfectionism from your process
• Nervous system-friendly ways to support yourself through life transitions

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.

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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.

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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.

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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:

• The 10 types of childhood trauma and how they show up in adulthood
• Why emotional safety is a key to conception
• How trauma can affect the nervous system, hormones, and fertility signals
• Somatic and inner child healing tools to rebuild trust with your body
• How to stop self-sabotage and create healthy relational dynamics during your fertility journey

This conversation is a call to compassion — for your younger self, your present body, and your future dreams.

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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?

In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we peel back the veil on perimenopause and listen deeply to what the body is truly trying to say. This is the initiation that no one prepared you for—and the one that just might lead you back to your most powerful self.

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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:

• 🌍 What grounding really is and why your bare feet are powerful tools for healing
• 🌞 How sun gazing supports melatonin, cortisol, and hormonal cycles (especially in women!)
• 🌀 How to rewire your system by reconnecting with nature’s rhythms
• 💡 Ways to bring these practices into your day—even if you live in a city or spend most of your time indoors

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.

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In a world of ingredient overload, greenwashing, and toxic beauty standards, how do we care for our skin without compromising our health?

In this radiant episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by Renee Harris, founder of MadeOn Skincare and a pioneer in the clean beauty space. Together, we dive into the healing power of simplicity, the myths of conventional skincare, and how to create a conscious routine that truly supports your body’s wisdom.

You’ll learn:
🌿 Why fewer ingredients often mean more impact
🧴 What to avoid in conventional beauty products—and why
✨ How Renee built her brand from a homemade lotion bar to a holistic skin movement
💫 Ways to make skincare a sacred ritual instead of a chemical gamble
If you’ve been craving a gentler, body-honoring approach to skincare, this conversation will guide you back to the basics—and to the power of reclaiming your radiance, naturally.

Guest Spotlight: Renee Harris
Renee Harris is the founder of MadeOn Skincare, a company rooted in simple, effective, toxin-free skin solutions. A mother and wellness advocate, Renee believes that what we put on our bodies should be as nourishing as what we put inside them.
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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:

• What the five Erotic Blueprints are and how they work
• How cultural conditioning and trauma affect your ability to feel desire
• Why understanding your blueprint can heal shame and deepen intimacy
• Practical tips for reconnecting with your erotic self—at any life stage

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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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What happens when the answers you’re given… aren’t enough?
In this week’s Reproductive Rebel episode, Aimee Goodwin shares her powerful journey through chronic Lyme disease — from years of confusion and dismissal to finding unexpected tools that helped her body finally start to heal.
This one is for anyone who’s felt lost in their own body.

Listen now and reclaim hope.

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