253 - Empowering Reproductive Health: Navigating PCOS, Endometriosis, and Fertility with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

In this episode, Boonie is in conversation with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, a certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner. The discussion covers topics like PCOS, endometriosis, and the impact of diet on fertility, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's menstrual cycle for reproductive health advocacy. Personal anecdotes and expert insights shed light on issues such as fibroids, iron deficiency risks, and the necessity of proper medical screenings. Boonie shares her own experiences with women's health struggles, advocating for awareness and empowerment in seeking medical attention.  Lisa helps us explore the interconnected nature of beauty, wellness, and health, advocating for informed decisions, regular monitoring, and safer product choices. The discussion touches on hormonal birth control's effects on fertility, the role of men in the fertility journey, and the importance of comprehensive fertility discussions encompassing both male and female health aspects. Follow Lisa Hendrickson-Jack here: Instagram: @FertilityFriday Website: https://fertilityfriday.com/ A transcript of the full episode is available here. Support for today's episode comes from Dame Products, a brand whose mission is to help close the pleasure gap for people with vulvas. Receive 10% off your purchase by using the code BOONIE10, Shop here: https://bit.ly/DAMEBoonie Join Boonie over on Patreon for exclusive content and events here: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown  The hashtag for the podcast is #TheBoonieBreakdown. Share with others using the hashtag #PodIn. Shop The Boonie Breakdown Store: www.thebooniebreakdown.com/shop  The hashtag for the podcast is #TheBoonieBreakdown. Share with others using the hashtag #PodIn. Follow The Boonie Breakdown on Social Media: IG: @TheBoonieBreakdown Twitter: @BoonieBreakdown  Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown Have something to say? You can ask your questions, send comments via email to [email protected] or submit them here: www.thebooniebreakdown.com/contact/.   Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 0:00:47 Lisa Hendrickson Jack's Return 0:02:03 Pick of the Week: Longer Days Ahead 0:02:39 Housekeeping and Season 13 Update 0:03:58 Bonus Episode Announcement on Patreon 0:06:24 Lisa Hendrickson Jack on Fertility Awareness 0:12:30 Advocating for Your Health and Understanding Cycles 0:21:17 Impact of Fibroids on Fertility 0:24:39 Vitamin D and Fibroid Connection 0:26:59 Real Food for Fertility Approach 0:28:42 Black Women and Product Safety 0:39:21 The Impact of Hormonal Birth Control 0:44:43 Preparing for Pregnancy: Coming Off Birth Control 0:51:36 Men's Role in Fertility 0:53:15 Fertility Burden and Responsibility 0:54:58 Real Food for Fertility: Comprehensive Insights