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Reproductive Rebel
by Adrienne Irizarry, HWH
The Reproductive Rebel Podcast is where women and womb-bearers unlearn shame, reclaim their power and rise into feminine wisdom. Hosted by Adrienne Irizarry, this show blends body literacy, menstrual cycle awareness, reproductive health, perimenopause and menopause support, sound healing and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help you remember your innate wisdom and live in harmony with your body.
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Women, Wealth and Worth with Nancy Griffin
In this empowering episode of Reproductive Rebel, we explore the rising landscape of women’s wealth with financial planning expert Nancy Griffin. Together, we dismantle the old patriarchal money stories that have kept women small and unprepared — and rebuild a foundation of financial clarity, sovereignty, and long-term security.Nancy brings decades of wisdom and practical strategy to support women in creating futures rooted not in fear, but in choice. We explore how women can connect money to nervous system regulation, generational healing, and the reclamation of personal power.This isn’t just a money conversation — it’s a liberation conversation.What We Cover:The rapid rise of women’s wealth and why it mattersHow to build financial security that supports your body and your lifeThe emotional and nervous system layers of money workSimple, actionable steps for financial planning at any stageWhy women’s financial empowerment is a collective revolutionBreaking cycles of scarcity and stepping into sufficiencyThe connection between worthiness, sovereignty, and sustainable wealthMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Pleasure at the Edge: Understanding the Kinky Erotic Blueprint with Sacha Fossa
Desire doesn’t always live in the soft and gentle—it sometimes lives at the edge of sensation, power, and taboo. And that doesn’t make it wrong. It makes it information.In this episode of the Reproductive Rebel Podcast, Adrienne Irizarry sits down with Sacha Fossa to explore the Kinky Erotic Blueprint—a framework for understanding why some people are naturally wired for intensity, sensation, and power dynamics in intimacy.Together, they discuss how kink can be explored as a conscious, consent-based practice that supports embodiment, nervous system regulation, and deeper connection with self and others. This conversation invites curiosity, reduces shame, and reframes kink as a potential path of self-knowledge and healing.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What the Kinky Erotic Blueprint is and how it fits within the Erotic Blueprint frameworkWhy some bodies crave intensity, power exchange, or taboo experiencesThe relationship between kink, nervous system safety, and embodimentHow consent, communication, and boundaries create safety in kinky explorationWays to begin exploring your desires with curiosity and compassion-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 ArtsHer 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 EducatorTake the Erotic Blueprint Quiz-Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Regulated, Real, Ready: Why Authenticity Is the Missing Link in Reproductive Health with Christina Kantzavelos
What if your body isn’t broken…but responding intelligently to a life that doesn’t feel like yours?In this Reproductive Rebel conversation, I sit down with Christina Kantzavelos to explore the often-overlooked truth:your mental and emotional authenticity directly shapes your reproductive health.We go beyond surface-level “stress” conversations and into the deeper terrain—where nervous system regulation, identity, partnership dynamics, and truth-telling all intersect with fertility, hormones, and cycle health.This episode is for the woman who feels “off” in her body…for the couple trying to conceive without clear answers…and for anyone ready to ask: Where am I not being real—and what is it costing me?Together, we explore:Why authenticity is a biological need—not a luxuryHow chronic emotional suppression disrupts hormones + cyclesThe nervous system’s role in fertility for both partnersHow misalignment in relationships impacts conceptionThe hidden cost of being “high-functioning” but disconnectedWhat it actually means to feel safe in your body againThis is not about doing more.It’s about becoming honest enough that your body can finally exhale.Because a regulated body can receive.A real life can sustain.And readiness isn’t forced—it’s felt.Link referencedMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Triggered by Design: Attachment Styles, Hormonal Shifts & the Midlife Reckoning with Bev Mitelman
If you’ve found yourself more emotionally reactive, more sensitive in your relationships, or questioning patterns you thought you already healed—this episode is your mirror.In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, I sit down with Bev Mitelman to explore how attachment styles evolve (and intensify) during midlife hormonal transitions.Because perimenopause isn’t just a physical shift.It’s a nervous system awakening.And the patterns you’re experiencing in love, conflict, and connection?They’re not random—they’re rooted in your attachment blueprint.Together, we unpack how hormonal changes amplify emotional responses, why your capacity for tolerance shifts, and how this phase of life is actually an opportunity to move toward secure attachment in a more embodied, sustainable way.This is the episode that helps you understand:You’re not going backwards.You’re going deeper.In This Episode, We Explore:What attachment styles actually are (beyond the buzzwords)Why midlife and perimenopause amplify emotional triggersThe connection between hormones and the nervous systemHow old relationship patterns resurface during hormonal shiftsWhy your tolerance for misalignment decreases in midlifeMoving toward secure attachment through body-based awarenessReframing triggers as invitations, not failuresThis Episode Is For You If:You feel more reactive or sensitive in relationships latelyYou’re navigating perimenopause or midlife changesYou’ve done personal growth work but feel “triggered” againYou want to understand your emotional patterns through a body-based lensYou’re ready to move toward more secure, grounded connectionMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Myth of Balance: Why "Hormonal Balance" Keeps Women Disconnected From Their Bodies
For decades, women have been told that the goal of hormonal health is balance.But what if that goal is the very thing keeping us disconnected from our bodies?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we explore the cultural myth of hormonal balance through the lens of Cycle Alchemy—a living framework that reframes the female cycle as intelligence, not instability.You’ll learn why:“Balance” is often a productivity-era distortion of women’s healthThe menstrual cycle was never meant to be flat, even, or predictableEmotional and physical shifts are not symptoms—they are signalsEach cycle phase carries distinct energetic and biological intelligenceSelf-trust returns when we stop correcting and start relatingWe also explore how East Asian medicine views health not as equilibrium, but as flow—and why so many modern symptoms are actually the result of rhythm being overridden, not brokenness in the body.This episode invites you into a different question:What if your body isn’t asking to be balanced… but to be understood?If you’ve ever felt like your energy, mood, or body changes “too much” across your cycle—this conversation will reframe everything.🔗 In this episode:Cycle Alchemy and the myth of hormonal balanceWhy cyclical intelligence was replaced with linear health idealsThe emotional cost of trying to stay the same all monthA new definition of women’s wellbeing rooted in rhythmHow to begin rebuilding trust with your cycle🌙 Closing reflection:You are not inconsistent. You are not unstable. You are in rhythm.And your body has been speaking the entire time.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Sexual Blueprint with Sacha Fossa
Your body speaks a unique erotic language—and when you learn to listen, everything changes.In this episode of the Reproductive Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Sacha Fossa to explore the Sexual Erotic Blueprint, a framework that reveals how you’re naturally wired for arousal, intimacy, and connection.Together, they unpack how understanding your blueprint can deepen relationships, enhance pleasure, support nervous system regulation, and foster a more compassionate relationship with your body.This conversation is for anyone curious about embodiment, sexual wellness, and reclaiming pleasure as a sacred part of holistic health.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What the Sexual Erotic Blueprint isWhy different bodies crave different kinds of touch and connectionHow your blueprint can help you communicate needs and boundariesThe connection between pleasure, nervous system safety, and healingHow to begin exploring and embodying your own erotic blueprint-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 ArtsHer 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 EducatorTake the Erotic Blueprint Quiz-Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Holding It All Together While Falling Apart: Pregnancy Loss for the High Functioning Woman with Dr. Marline Duroseau
There is a particular kind of grief that knows how to show up to meetings on time.It answers emails.It keeps the team afloat.It smiles when spoken to.And then it cries in the car.In this deeply honest conversation on Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Dr. Marlene Duroseau to talk about pregnancy loss through the lens of the high-achieving, high-functioning woman — the one who is used to being the strong one, the capable one, the one who holds it all together.We explore the silent pressure professional women carry after miscarriage — the expectation to perform, to “bounce back,” to compartmentalize grief so it doesn’t disrupt productivity.But pregnancy loss is not a productivity problem.It is a human one.A nervous system one.A soul one.In this episode, we talk about:The invisible emotional labor of grieving while workingThe myth of “strength” and what real resilience looks likeBody betrayal, shame, and the loneliness of lossNavigating workplace expectations after miscarriageNervous system regulation during acute griefHow hope can be rebuilt — not as toxic positivity, but as embodied truthThis is an episode for the woman who kept functioning.For the woman who didn’t fall apart publicly.For the woman who wonders if anyone saw how much she was carrying.You are not weak.You are not dramatic.And you are not alone.This is grief spoken out loud.This is hope rebuilt slowly.This is Reproductive Rebel.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Healing at the Root — The Functional Medicine Revolution for Anxious + Depressed Women with Laurie Hammer
In this powerful Reproductive Rebel conversation, I sit down with Laurie Hammer, functional nutritionist and practitioner of amino acid therapy, to dismantle the myth that women’s anxiety and depression are lifelong sentences.Together, we explore:🔹 The truth about “chemical imbalances”🔹 How amino acids like GABA, tryptophan, tyrosine & glutamine can rebuild mood from the inside out🔹 How nutrient deficiencies express as anxiety, depression, irritability, and overwhelm🔹 Why so many women are medicated for symptoms rooted in physiology, trauma, or depletion🔹 The possibility of stepping away from medication safely and intentionally🔹 The emotional + spiritual liberation that comes from understanding your own biochemistry🔹 Laurie’s personal journey and the revolutionary results she sees in her clientsThis episode is for the woman who knows medication saved her —and also trusts that her body may have another chapter waiting.It’s for the woman ready to reclaim her agency, her clarity, her chemistry, and her power.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Grief in the Womb: Fertility, Chronic Illness and the Emotional Alchemy of Healing with Christina Kantzavelos
When you live with chronic illness, the body can feel like a stranger—unpredictable, fragile, or even betraying. And when fertility enters the conversation, the grief can land in the womb, the bones, the nervous system.In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by Christina Kantzavelos to explore the tender terrain of fertility and chronic illness—how grief, rage, and heartbreak shape the hormonal landscape, and how nervous system regulation becomes a sacred fertility practice.We speak about the quiet mourning that happens when the body changes, the emotional weight of hormone fluctuations, and the radical act of rebuilding trust with a body that has felt unsafe.This is not a quick-fix fertility episode. This is a reclamation of the emotional and energetic roots of healing.✨ In this episode, we explore:How chronic illness impacts fertility, hormones, and cycle expressionThe concept of “grief in the womb” and body betrayalNervous system regulation as a fertility foundationSomatic practices to rebuild safety and trust in the bodyEmotional alchemy: transforming grief, anger, and fear into embodied wisdomWhy slowing down is often the missing fertility interventionMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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What the Feminine Remembers: Why the Patriarchy Fears Her Power with Megan Edge
What if control over the feminine was never about superiority—but about fear?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with master healer Megan Edge to explore a question that lives beneath politics, religion, medicine, and even our most intimate relationships:What is so threatening about the feminine that the masculine feels compelled to control her experience?Together, we unravel:What the feminine remembers—somatically, ancestrally, and energeticallyHow patriarchal control shows up in women’s bodies, cycles, pleasure, and intuitionWhy the feminine’s capacity to feel, create, bleed, birth, and transform has always been seen as dangerousHow both women and men have been wounded by the suppression of feminine wisdomWhat reclaiming the feminine truly looks like beyond rebellion—toward remembrance and repairThis is not a conversation about blaming the masculine.It’s a conversation about healing the rupture—within ourselves, our relationships, and our culture.If you’ve ever felt silenced in your body…If you’ve been taught to mistrust your intuition…If your cycle, sexuality, or emotions were labeled “too much”…This episode is for you.✨ The feminine is not rising.She’s remembering.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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When the Body Becomes the Healer: Frequency, Embodiment & Radical Recovery with Dr. Neja Zupan
What if the body already knows the way back to wholeness?In this deeply embodied conversation, Reproductive Rebel sits down with Dr. Neja Zupan to explore healing through frequency, nervous system regulation, and presence—not as abstract concepts, but as lived practices.Dr. Neja shares how embodiment became central to her healing journey, and how listening to the body’s intelligence transformed her relationship with health, safety, and vitality.Together, we explore:What “high frequency” really means in the bodyWhy embodiment is not optional for healingHow fear, safety, and coherence shape physiologyThe difference between fighting illness and partnering with the bodyReclaiming trust in the body’s wisdom after diagnosisThis episode is an invitation to soften, to listen, and to remember that healing is not something we force—but something we enter.10 Ways to Reset Your Nervous System NaturallyMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Biology Meets Breakup: The Hormonal Roots of the Menodivorce Surge with Alyx Coble-Frakes
Why are midlife marriages dissolving at unprecedented rates? Is it cultural? Emotional? Spiritual?Or is it something deeper — something biological?This week on Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by the brilliant Alyx Coble-Frakes for a raw, honest, body-literate conversation about the hormonal underpinnings of the menodivorce surge. Together, we dive into the midlife hormonal shifts that shape behavior, communication, libido, emotional capacity, and the invisible expectations placed on both women and men.This episode is for anyone navigating midlife transformation — whether personally or alongside a partner — and wanting to understand why everything feels like it’s changing at once.In this episode, we explore:The hormonal “break points” for midlife women entering perimenopause and menopauseThe often-ignored hormonal shifts of andropause in menHow estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone shape relational dynamicsThe nervous-system differences that lead to miscommunication and disconnectionWhy midlife is a spiritual and biological initiation, not a crisisHow couples can navigate these changes with compassion instead of collapseWhat sovereignty looks like inside a changing body and a shifting relationshipMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Metabolism Is Not Broken: Reclaiming Midlife Vitality with Carla Wainwright
If you’ve been told that midlife weight gain, low energy, blood sugar swings, or stubborn inflammation are simply “part of getting older,” this episode is your rebellion.In this conversation, I’m joined by Carla Wainwright, metabolic health educator and embodiment guide, to dismantle one of the most damaging myths in women’s health: that your metabolism inevitably breaks in midlife.Together, we explore how metabolic health is deeply influenced by hormones, nervous system regulation, stress physiology, and pleasure—not willpower, restriction, or punishment.This episode invites you to step out of the war with your body and into a relationship rooted in trust, rhythm, and repair.In this episode, we cover:🔥 Why metabolism doesn’t “slow down” — it adapts🌿 The hidden role of chronic stress, cortisol, and undernourishment in midlife metabolic changes🌀 How perimenopause and menopause ask us to shift how we care for our bodies💫 Why safety, pleasure, and regulation are foundational to metabolic resilience🌕 Practical ways to support blood sugar, energy, and vitality without dietingYour body is not failing you.It’s asking to be met differently.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Regulate to Receive: How Your Nervous System Shapes Hormones, Cycles + Conception with Christina Kantzavelos
You’ve been told to track more.Optimize more.Fix more.But what if your body isn’t asking for more effort…it’s asking for safety?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we explore the deeper truth beneath fertility struggles: your nervous system is the gatekeeper of conception.Because the body doesn’t prioritize reproduction when it feels under threat—whether that threat is physical, emotional, relational, or internal.This conversation reframes fertility through the lens of regulation, not restriction.Through receiving, not forcing.We move beyond symptom management and into the energetic and physiological conditions that allow the body to open.Inside this episode:Why the nervous system determines whether the body feels safe enough to conceiveHow chronic stress + high-functioning “survival mode” disrupt hormones and ovulationThe link between cortisol, the hypothalamus, and reproductive signalingSubtle signs your body is stuck in dysregulation (even if you “feel fine”)Why tracking and protocols can fail without internal safetyWhat it actually means to shift from survival mode → creation modeSimple, grounded ways to begin regulating your system without overwhelmThis is your reminder:Your body is not resisting you.It’s responding to you.And when the body feels safe—it doesn’t just function…it opens.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Same Symptoms, Different Seasons: Decoding Perimenopause vs Postpartum with Daffney Allwein
Fatigue. Hormonal shifts. Mood changes. Weight fluctuations. Low libido.These symptoms are often brushed off as “just hormones”—but what happens when no one helps you understand which phase your body is actually in?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with fitness expert Daffney to explore one of the most overlooked (and misinterpreted) conversations in women’s health: the overlap between postpartum and perimenopause.Because while the symptoms can look the same on the surface, the internal landscape—and the support required—are profoundly different.This episode is a reclamation of body literacy, timing, and trust.In This Episode, We Explore:Why postpartum and perimenopause symptoms are often confusedThe physiological and energetic differences between these life phasesHow conventional fitness advice can work against women in both seasonsThe role of nervous system regulation in healing and hormone balanceSigns your body is asking for restoration vs. transition supportHow to begin rebuilding trust with your body’s signalsThis Episode Is For You If:You’re experiencing symptoms that don’t seem to “add up”You’ve recently had a baby and don’t feel like yourselfYou’re in your late 30s or 40s and noticing shifts in your bodyYou feel like your usual routines aren’t working anymoreYou’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding your bodyMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Art of Savoring: Sensual Energy as a Path to Wholeness with Sacha Fossa
What if pleasure wasn’t a reward, but a rhythm your body was born to remember?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we journey into the Sensual Erotic Blueprint — a way of understanding your unique pleasure language that goes far beyond the bedroom. For the Sensual, everything is experienced through the senses: the scent of rose, the warmth of sunlight on skin, the curve of slow movement, the deep exhale of safety.You’ll learn:✨ What defines the Sensual Blueprint and how it differs from other erotic archetypes✨ Why sensuality is a vital part of your nervous system regulation and hormonal health✨ How the art of savoring can reconnect you to presence, embodiment, and pleasure✨ Gentle practices to reawaken sensual energy in daily lifeThis episode is an invitation to come home to your senses, soften into your body’s wisdom, and rediscover pleasure as medicine.🩷 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube — and explore how sensual energy can guide your healing.-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 ArtsHer 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 EducatorTake the Erotic Blueprint Quiz-Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Body's Red Flags: Understandings Allergies as Messages on the Path to Fertility with Hanna Kok
In this eye-opening episode, we explore the deep and often overlooked connection between allergies, the immune system, and fertility. I’m joined by the brilliant and compassionate Hanna Kok of I Thrive to unravel how our bodies create allergies—and how these immune responses can quietly influence hormone balance, conception, and overall reproductive wellness.We dive into the emotional and physiological roots of allergies: how the body becomes reactive, how stress and unresolved emotional triggers exacerbate inflammation, and how immune confusion can signal deeper misalignment in the body.Inside the episode, we explore:Why allergies are not random but a pattern of protectionHow the immune system and reproductive system communicate constantlyThe hormonal consequences of chronic inflammationHow emotional suppression or unprocessed stress may contribute to allergic responsesFertility challenges that arise when the immune system is in “overdrive”What you can do—naturally, somatically, emotionally—to support immune calm and fertile balanceSimple shifts and rituals that open the door to clearer conceptionThis conversation is for anyone trying to conceive, supporting clients, or wanting to understand their body’s signals more deeply. Your body isn’t betraying you—it’s speaking to you.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Woman Who Changed What's In Your Pad: Susie Hewson on Menstrual Advocacy and Radical Care
For decades, period products were something women were expected to use—but not question.Bleached fibers. Plastic layers. Synthetic fragrances. Pesticide-laden cotton.And very little transparency about what was actually inside.In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Susie Hewson, founder of Natracare, one of the first companies to create certified organic and plastic-free menstrual care products.Long before sustainability became a buzzword, Susie was already connecting the dots between environmental toxins, women’s health, and the products we use during our cycles.Her work helped spark global conversations about:Organic cotton menstrual carePlastic pollution from disposable period productsIngredient transparency in feminine hygieneThe relationship between ecological activism and reproductive justiceIn this conversation, we explore:✨ What inspired Susie to challenge the conventional feminine hygiene industry✨ The environmental and health impacts of conventional menstrual products✨ How advocacy can begin with a single uncomfortable question✨ Why menstrual care is still a feminist issue✨ What women deserve when it comes to products used on the most absorbent tissue of the bodySusie reminds us that rebellion doesn’t always look loud.Sometimes it looks like quiet persistence… asking better questions… and building something better.If you care about your body, the planet, and the future of menstrual care—this conversation will leave you inspired.-Susie Hewson is a champion in the period care business, over 30 years ago, Hewson developed the first brand of organic and natural period care products. Natracare, produces chlorine- and plastic-free products that are made out of biodegradable materials. Over the years, the company has acquired a wide range of certifications and awards for its eco-friendly practices. Hewson is a lifetime active environmentalist and disrupter with respect for humanity and the natural world.https://www.natracare.com/Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Forest Bathing for the Modern Soul: Reclaiming Calm In a Stressed Out World with John Moro
In this episode, we wander into the woods — not for exercise or escape, but for healing.John Moro joins Adrienne to explore the ancient art and modern science of forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku — the intentional practice of immersing the senses in nature’s living energy to ease stress, regulate the nervous system, and restore balance to the body.Together, they explore:🌿 Why chronic stress disrupts hormonal and reproductive health🌿 How forest bathing supports the parasympathetic nervous system🌿 The energetic parallels between East Asian medicine and nature therapy🌿 Simple ways to bring the essence of forest bathing into daily life — even if you live in the cityThis conversation is a soft reminder that you are nature — and your healing begins when you remember how to listen to her whispers.Listen if you’re feeling:• Burned out, anxious, or disconnected from your body• Hungry for stillness, ritual, and natural rhythms• Ready to reconnect with your wild, intuitive selfMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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When Motherhood Meets Midlife: Redefining Arousal After 40 with Xanet Pailet
What no one tells you about becoming a mother in your 40s — especially while moving through perimenopause — is that your sexuality doesn’t disappear.It changes its language.In this intimate and necessary conversation, I’m joined by somatic sex educator and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet to explore what happens to desire, arousal, and erotic identity when new motherhood and midlife collide.We talk about the realities of being touched-out, sleep-deprived, hormonally shifting, and emotionally stretched — and how these conditions ask us to redefine intimacy rather than mourn what once was.This episode is not about “getting your libido back.”It’s about learning how desire wants to meet you now.In this episode, we explore:🔥 Sexuality as a new mother over 40🔥 How perimenopause reshapes arousal and erotic timing🔥 Why spontaneous desire often gives way to responsive desire🔥 The grief, tenderness, and initiation of post-baby sexuality🔥 How to cultivate intimacy without pressure, performance, or shameThis is a permission slip for mothers in midlife to stop forcing desire — and start listening for it.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Pain into Purpose: The Birth of POSHParenthood Through a Myectomy & IVF Journey with Dr. Shanelle Bolton
In this powerful and deeply human episode of Reproductive Rebel, Adrienne sits down with Dr. Shanelle Bolton, fertility advocate and founder of POSHParenthood, to explore how a winding and often painful reproductive journey became the spark of a movement.Dr. Bolton shares her experience with fibroids, the decision and recovery from her myectomy, and her choice to pursue parenthood through IVF as a single mother by choice. Through medical gaslighting, uncertainty, and the quiet moments of deep self-trust, she carved a new path—one that now empowers countless women to reclaim their fertility stories.This episode is a beacon for anyone navigating reproductive challenges, considering solo parenthood, or seeking validation in their lived experience.Here, we honor the wisdom born from wounds, the legacy of self-advocacy, and the sacred courage it takes to choose yourself.In This Episode We Explore:The emotional and physical reality of living with fibroidsWhat led Dr. Bolton to her myectomy and how she advocated for the care she deservedHer entire IVF journey as a single mother by choiceThe birth of POSHParenthood and why her mission is rooted in lived experienceHow pain can become purpose, and how purpose becomes a path for othersThe importance of reproductive autonomy and compassionate careMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Impact with Ease: Redefining Success When Your Body Says Slow Down with Lynne Mull
In a culture that glorifies hustle, many women enter perimenopause feeling the strain of carrying “the living shoulds.” In this powerful conversation, Adrienne Irizarry and Lynne Mull unpack the myth that impact requires sacrifice — and invite listeners to explore a new model of feminine success rooted in rhythm, rest, and embodied wisdom.Together, they explore:🌙 The “shoulds” we inherit — and how to lay them down with grace🌙 Why perimenopause is the perfect season to realign with authentic ease🌙 How doing less can actually expand your influence and clarity🌙 Rituals and reframes for finding flow when the body calls for changeIf you’ve ever felt torn between your desire to serve and your need to rest, this episode offers a radical redefinition of both impact and self-care.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Eating for Function, Not Fads: Functional Nutrition for Women's Health with Katie Kirklin
What if the way you eat could unlock your body’s natural rhythms, heal root causes, and bring harmony to your reproductive health? In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I’m joined by functional nutritionist Katie Kirklin to explore how food is so much more than fuel — it’s a tool for healing, clarity, and cyclical balance.We dive into:What functional nutrition really means (and how it’s different from mainstream diet culture).The connection between food, hormones, and reproductive well-being.Simple shifts you can make today to support energy, digestion, and menstrual health.Why the “one-size-fits-all” approach to nutrition fails women — and what to do instead.If you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting diet advice, this episode is your invitation to come home to the wisdom of your body and use food as a powerful ally in your health journey.🔗 Connect with Katie Kirklin: https://www.katiekirklin.comMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Beyond the Genome: How Neurogenomics Shapes Fertility, Hormones & Healing w/Jaclyn Downs
What if the keys to your fertility, your hormonal balance, and your healing journey aren’t just in your cycle… but written into your genes?In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with Jaclyn Downs, functional nutrigenomics practitioner and author of Enhancing Fertility Through Functional Medicine. Together, we explore the emerging field of neurogenomics — the intersection of your DNA, nervous system, and reproductive health.You’ll learn:✨ How genetic variations can impact fertility, mood, and hormones✨ Why the nervous system is the “switchboard” that helps or hinders your body’s healing response✨ How to use nutrigenomics and lifestyle shifts to align with your unique genetic blueprint✨ The role of trauma and epigenetics in women’s health — and how to begin breaking intergenerational cyclesThis conversation is a deep dive into the sacred science of the body — where cutting-edge research meets feminine wisdom.Resources & Links:Connect with Jaclyn: Genetic TestingExplore her book: Enhancing Fertility Through Functional MedicineLearn more about my workIf you’ve ever wondered why your body responds differently than someone else’s — or how to truly personalize your path to reproductive health — this episode is for you.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Forgiveness as Medicine: Releasing Old Stories for Hormonal Harmony with Hanna Kok
In this tender and powerfully clarifying episode, we explore the unseen emotional threads that shape our hormonal rhythms. I’m joined by the luminous Hanna Kok of I Thrive for a conversation about grudges, forgiveness, emotional residue, and the biochemical reality of unresolved hurt.We unpack how the stories we hold in our bodies influence cortisol cycles, inflammation pathways, menstrual patterns, and the vagus nerve. Hanna brings forward a compassionate framework for releasing emotional weights—not bypassing, but metabolizing—so your hormones can finally exhale.Inside the episode, we explore:* Why forgiveness is not about excusing behavior but reclaiming energetic sovereignty* How unresolved conflict keeps the body stuck in low-grade fight-or-flight* The surprising hormonal impacts of resentment and emotional rigidity* Why self-forgiveness is often the doorway to cycle harmony* Somatic practices to soften old stories and regulate the nervous system* How emotional repair supports progesterone, cortisol balance, and overall vitalityThis conversation is an invitation to soften your grip on old wounds and step into a more spacious, regulated relationship with your body.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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From Hormones to Heartfire: The Evolution of Sexuality in Midlife with Xanet Pailet
In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re igniting a conversation few dare to touch — what happens to our desire when our hormones begin to change?I’m joined by somatic sex educator and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet to explore how perimenopause reshapes our relationship to pleasure, arousal, and connection. Together, we break open the myths that aging equals loss of libido — and instead, reveal how this phase can be a powerful initiation into deeper, slower, and more conscious intimacy.We talk about:✨ The truth about arousal and midlife hormones✨ How long-term relationships evolve through desire’s changing tides✨ Why perimenopause is a portal, not a decline✨ The difference between performative and embodied pleasure✨ How to awaken the “heartfire” — the feminine current of erotic aliveness that transcends biologyThis is an invitation to reimagine what sexuality can feel like when you no longer perform, but instead allow yourself to be felt.Listen if:You’re ready to reclaim pleasure as your birthright — not something that fades with age, but something that deepens with wisdom.-Learn more about Xanet Pailet below:Free GiftInstagramFacebookLinkedIn YouTubeBookMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Somatic Soothing: Navigating the Wild Edges of Perimenopause with Betsy Kudlinski
Perimenopause is not just a hormonal transition—it is a nervous system initiation. In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we sit with somatic practitioner Betsey Kudlinski to explore how the body, brain, and nervous system respond to the wild, liminal edges of midlife change.We unpack why perimenopause can feel like a rupture—emotionally, physically, spiritually—and how somatic experiencing and gentle body-based practices can become anchors of safety, softness, and sovereignty. This is a conversation about slowing down, listening to the body’s language, and remembering that your body is not breaking—it is re-patterning.If you’ve felt unmoored, anxious, inflamed, or more sensitive than ever during perimenopause, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate map back to yourself.In This Episode, We Explore✨ What perimenopause looks like through a nervous system lens✨ Why symptoms can feel intense, unpredictable, or destabilizing✨ How somatic experiencing supports regulation, safety, and resilience✨ The connection between trauma, hormones, and midlife transitions✨ Gentle somatic rituals for grounding, soothing, and reconnection✨ Reframing perimenopause as an initiation into embodied wisdomMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Pelvic Floor & Core: What Every Woman Needs to Know for Lifelong Wellness with Alicia Jones
Your pelvic floor and core are more than just muscle groups — they are the foundation of your body’s strength, stability, and vitality. In this empowering episode of Reproductive Rebel, I sit down with women’s health expert Alicia Jones to unpack the often-overlooked connection between pelvic floor function, core engagement, and whole-body wellness.We explore:Why pelvic floor health is crucial at every life stage — from your first period to post-menopauseHow core strength impacts hormone balance, sexual health, and bladder functionCommon myths about Kegels and what you should be doing insteadPractical, body-positive strategies to start reconnecting with your core todayWhether you’re experiencing leaks when you laugh, chronic low back pain, or just want to feel more grounded and powerful in your body, this conversation offers the essential tools and understanding every woman deserves.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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What Is...the Energetic Erotic Blueprint: Why Would You Want To Learn and Embody It with Sacha Fossa
Your body has its own unique “pleasure language” — and learning to speak it fluently can change everything.In this intimate and illuminating episode of the Reproductive Rebel Podcast, I’m joined by Sacha Fossa, a leading educator and practitioner in the Erotic Blueprints. Together, we explore:What the Energetic Erotic Blueprint is and how it worksWhy it’s essential for understanding arousal, connection, and intimacyHow knowing this blueprint can improve your relationships, self-esteem, and sexual vitalityThe empowering role embodiment plays in healing and pleasureWhether you’re in a relationship or flying solo, this conversation will help you deepen your self-awareness, expand your capacity for pleasure, and reclaim your erotic energy as part of your whole, vibrant self.-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 ArtsHer 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 EducatorTake the Erotic Blueprint Quiz-Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Quick Fix or Quiet Crisis? The Hidden Costs of GLP-1s in Perimenopause with Alyx Coble-Frakes
Perimenopause is already a wild ride for many women—hormones shifting, cycles changing, and the body sending signals we can’t ignore. Enter GLP-1 medications, marketed as quick fixes for weight management. But what happens when the “solution” comes with side effects that ripple through your hormones, gut, and emotional well-being?In this episode, Alyx Coble-Frakes joins the Reproductive Rebel to unpack the unseen costs of GLP-1s during perimenopause. We explore:How GLP-1 medications interact with perimenopausal bodiesCommon and lesser-known side effects women experienceWhy quick fixes may actually deepen long-term health strugglesTools and approaches to support your body naturally through this life stageThis is your guide to seeing past the marketing hype, reclaiming bodily wisdom, and making choices that honor your health over convenience.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Pleasure Prescription: Reclaiming Midlife Vitality with Carla Wainwright
In this episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re exploring a truth most women were never taught — that pleasure is not frivolous, it’s physiological. My guest, Carla Wainwright, somatic sex educator and priestess of embodied awakening, joins me for a profound conversation about how pleasure rewires the nervous system, restores hormonal balance, and opens the gateway to vibrant midlife health.We’ll explore:✨ How stress, shame, and societal conditioning disconnect us from our pleasure body🌿 The hormonal and energetic link between pleasure, vitality, and longevity🔥 Why midlife is the perfect time to rewrite your relationship with your body🌕 Simple, embodied practices to invite pleasure as medicine into daily lifeThis conversation isn’t about indulgence — it’s about reconnection, reclamation, and remembering the wisdom of your body.🔗 Connect with Carla Wainwright at https://www.carlawainwright.com/View her FREE Vibrancy Guide at: https://www.carlawainwright.com/vibrancyguideMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Reboot - Breaking Hustle Culture with Anna Hall
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 creativityThis 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/Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Reboot - Menopause as a Rite of Passage with Jane Hardwick Collings
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.If you are 35 and older - this is an episode you won’t want to miss!-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.Jane founded and runs The School of Shamanic Womancraft, an international Women’s Mysteries School and she has created the first holistic menstrual cycle charting app – Spinning Wheels.Link to a survey about the natal lunar phase return ovulation -https://form.jotform.com/241777516111050https://janehardwickecollings.com/https://schoolofshamanicwomancraft.com/Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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A Holistic Look at Cancer - A Tribute to Kerry Chamberlain
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:The emotional and spiritual work that can support healing and resilienceThe role of nourishment, movement, and self-advocacy in reclaiming agencyIntegrative and alternative therapies that help bring the body back into balanceWhether 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Best Gift You Can Give: I stand with her with Kirsten Karchmer
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:Why polarization harms all of us, especially womenHow the simple act of reaching across divides can shift the future of women’s healthWhy empathy is a form of activismWhat it truly means to stand with her — even when we disagreeThis 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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From Insomnia to Integration: Restoring Balance Through Sleep with Dr. Barry Krakow
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-beingIf 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Sacred Sexuality in the Second Half: Aging Desire, and Relationship Dynamics with Dr. Stephanie Bathurst
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 transformsHow aging impacts sexuality and intimacyWays to navigate relationship dynamics in midlife and beyondTools for deepening connection in long-term partnerships✨ Don’t miss this soul-stirring reminder that sexuality is lifelong, sacred, and ever-evolving.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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From Shame to Sacred: Awakening Your Feminine Energy with Tantra with Sacha Fossa
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 sacredWhether 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 ArtsHer 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 EducatorTake the Erotic Blueprint Quiz-Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Birthing Yourself Anew: The Alchemy of Birth, Business and Becoming with Kimberly Spencer
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 birthIf 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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From Impossible to Conceivable: Rewriting the Fertility Journey with Kirsten Karchmer
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 reachHow TCM identifies root causes that Western approaches often overlookPractical, affordable ways to optimize your body’s natural fertilityWhy rewriting the fertility story is as much about empowerment as it is about biologyThis 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Rewriting the Script: Career Reinvention in the Wild Midlife Years with Mary Beth O’Connor
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 changeLetting go of outdated identities and external expectationsHow to move through fear and step into your second (or third!) act with clarity and courageThe real, raw process of trusting your own timingWhether 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Timelines & Test Tubes: Reclaiming Fertility Beyond The Clock with Tsao-Lin Moy
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.⸻ 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⸻ 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.⸻ 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 understandingMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Your Fertility Journey Deserves Clarity: IVF Costs and Considerations with Lakia Holmes
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-careWhether 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.comMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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It Takes Two: Rethinking Fertility Beyond the Female Body with Gabriela Rosa
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 infertilityHow sperm health is impacted by stress, environment, and nutritionWhy fertility treatments often overlook the role of the male partnerHow couples can co-regulate, support each other, and reclaim fertility as a team effortRituals, herbs, and practices to support both partners on the conception pathWhether 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/deaf097.018/8170558https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article-abstract/27/10/2908/749072https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/endocrinology/articles/10.3389/fendo.2021.802632/fullhttps://www.frontiersin.org/journals/endocrinology/articles/10.3389/fendo.2021.802632/fullMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Beyond The Treadmill: What Your Body Really Needs After Menopause with Alicia Jones
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 energyIf 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Giving Ourselves Grace with Carissa Karban
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 healingThe cultural pressures that make grace feel “lazy” or undeservedWhat it looks like to build a heart-forward business and healing pathHow to begin unraveling perfectionism from your processNervous system-friendly ways to support yourself through life transitionsCarissa’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:🌐 thehealco.com📸 @wild_moss_📸 @healcollective.meMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Breaking the Hustle Myth: Cycle-Aligned Planning & Feminine Flow with Anna Hall
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 creativityThis 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.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Not One-Size-Fits-All: Metabolic Typing and Personalized Nutrition with Dr. Anju Mathur
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 healingThis 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.comMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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The Silent Saboteur: Childhood Trauma's Hidden Role in Reproductive Health with Riana Milne
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 adulthoodWhy emotional safety is a key to conceptionHow trauma can affect the nervous system, hormones, and fertility signalsSomatic and inner child healing tools to rebuild trust with your bodyHow to stop self-sabotage and create healthy relational dynamics during your fertility journeyThis conversation is a call to compassion — for your younger self, your present body, and your future dreams.Get your free life and love reports hereMoon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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Beyond the Veil: When the Body Starts Talking Loudly in Perimenopause with LisaBeth Lent
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.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“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% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Reproductive Rebel Podcast is where women and womb-bearers unlearn shame, reclaim their power and rise into feminine wisdom. Hosted by Adrienne Irizarry, this show blends body literacy, menstrual cycle awareness, reproductive health, perimenopause and menopause support, sound healing and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help you remember your innate wisdom and live in harmony with your body.
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Adrienne Irizarry, HWH
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