Why Women Are Turning to Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Penelope McDonnell (Part I)

What is a naturopath—and where does this kind of care fit into women’s health today?In this two-part episode, Cat sits down with Dr. Penelope McDonnell for a candid conversation on fertility, menopause, inflammation, peptides, longevity, and the future of personalized medicine.Dr. McDonnell has been part of Cat’s health journey for nearly a decade—supporting everything from breast cancer prevention (with strong family history), fertility prep, miscarriage recovery and hormone support, and postpartum care, all alongside traditional medical doctors.This episode explores what can happen when women build a collaborative care team instead of feeling forced to choose one side or the other. Where one approach falls short, another can offer support—and together, they can help women feel informed, proactive, and truly seen.We also dive into root-cause medicine, hormone health, genetics, nervous system regulation, wellness misinformation online, and why nuanced conversations around miscarriage, menopause, libido, and aging matter so much.This is a conversation about balance, prevention, modern science, ancestral wisdom—and empowering women with more options, not more fear.You can connect with Dr. M: InstagramHer Practice