Hormone Happy Hour with Dr. Heather Rhodes

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, we’re exploring a topic that deserves more depth, nuance, and support: female libido. Low desire is often brushed off or misunderstood—but the truth is, your body is always speaking. And when it comes to libido, there’s usually more going on beneath the surface.

We’ll look at libido through the lens of emotional health, hormone balance, spiritual alignment, and nervous system support, and I’ll...

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m bringing attention to a piece of the fertility puzzle that’s often ignored: sperm health.

So often, the focus is solely on the woman’s body—but male fertility plays a huge role in outcomes, whether you’re preparing your body for pregnancy or working to restore balance first. There’s a lot more to it than just sperm count, and today we’re getting into all the layers.

I’m walking you through...

In this episode, I’m kicking off a special summer series where we’re diving deep into some of the most-requested wellness topics—starting with sleep (because wow, does it impact everything!).

This one’s especially close to home for me. I’ve walked through my own struggles with insomnia and restless nights, and I know how defeating it can feel when your body just won’t rest—even when you’re doing “all the right things.” So today, I’...

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, we’re digging into something that often gets overlooked in the fertility and hormone conversation: energy. Not just "I need a nap" kind of energy—but the actual frequency your body operates on and how it affects everything from hormone production to blood flow to your ability to heal. And this isn’t your typical woo-woo conversation about energy. 

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Welcome back to Hormone Happy Hour! In today’s episode, we’re closing out the functional lab testing series with a powerful (and often overlooked) topic: iron and copper regulation.

Let’s be real—most of us weren’t taught how these minerals work together, and understanding them can be a game changer for your energy, mood, and overall hormone health.

Here’s what we’re chatting about:

💡 Why iron issues are usually more about poor mo...

We’re back with another episode in our functional testing series, and today we’re diving into one of the most talked-about tests in the hormone world—the DUTCH test (aka Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones).

If you’re thinking about or getting recommended to do a DUTCH test you are going to want to listen to this first, because in this episode of The Hormone Happy Hour  I’m breaking down:

💡 What the DUTCH test actually mea...

What Your Minerals Are Trying to Tell You (And Why a Hair Test Might Just Be the Missing Link)

In this episode, we’re continuing our functional lab testing series with one of my absolute favorite tools: the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) test.

I know lab testing can feel a little overwhelming—especially when you’ve been told everything looks “normal” but you still don’t feel right. That’s where HTMA comes in.

We’re diving into...

This episode kicks off a brand new mini-series all about functional lab testing—because when it comes to hormones, fertility, and overall wellness, your body is speaking… we just need to know how to listen.

I’m breaking down the three main tests I recommend most often to my clients: 🧪 The Dutch Test – for understanding hormone pathways and stress patterns 🧲 The HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) – to track mineral movement and...

This week on Hormone Happy Hour, I’m coming to you from a much calmer space after the whirlwind of moving (finally!) and I’m reflecting on what it looks like to balance the ministry of motherhood with the personal callings we’re each uniquely given.In the second half of the episode, we’re diving into something that’s close to home for so many women—secondary fertility struggles. If you’ve ever thought, “It was easy before… why not ...

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour with Dr. Heather Rhodes, I’m sharing a little life update—our family just made a big move to a new state! I’m talking about the chaos, the curiosity, and even a hilarious little story involving my son and an unexpected neighbor moment. 😂

But the real heart of this episode? BBT tracking. Yep, Basal Body Temperature might not sound glamorous, but I’m telling you—it’s one of the most powerful...

This week, I’m teaming up with my friend Leisha Drews, host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast, for a super real and supportive conversation about something we all face at some point—overwhelm and burnout when it comes to our health (especially our hormones).

We’re talking about: 💛 Why healing can feel so frustrating and what to do when you're stuck 🧠 How emotions like fear and anxiety actually impact your hormone balance 👩‍⚕️ T...

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour with Dr. Heather Rhodes, I’m getting real about something that’s been a lot lately—moving. The emotional rollercoaster, the logistics, the stress... it all adds up, and yes, it 100% impacts your hormones.

I’m sharing what this recent move has taught me—personally and hormonally—and how our bodies are way more connected than we think.

We’re diving into: 📦 How stress (like moving!) affects your...

You’ve probably heard a lot about your hormones, liver, thyroid, and gut—but what about your gallbladder? Yep, that little organ no one talks about might be playing a huge role in your hormone health.

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m breaking down the deep (and often overlooked) connection between your hormones and your metabolism, fat digestion, and cholesterol levels—and how your gallbladder is right in the middle of it...

Let’s talk about your liver—yep, that underrated organ that’s doing way more for your hormones than you probably realize.

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, we’re diving into: 💛 Why your liver is key to hormone balance (it’s not just about detox!) 🔥 How stress—especially big life changes like moving—affects your hormones ✨ The connection between feminine energy & emotional healing ⚖️ How balancing masculin...

Ladies, we need to talk about estrogen dominance—because if you’re dealing with PMS, mood swings, stubborn weight gain, or just feeling off, your hormones might be out of balance. And trust me, you are not alone.

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m breaking it all down—what estrogen dominance actually is, why it happens, and how to get your hormones working for you instead of against you. Plus, I’m sharing:

💡 How estrogen a...

Ever feel like you’re doing all the things—tracking, researching, trying new health strategies—yet still not seeing the progress you want? You’re not alone.

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, we’re talking about why so many of us feel stuck when it comes to our health and fertility goals and how to break through the overwhelm.

I’m diving into: 💡 Why information overload is keeping you from making real progress 🧠 How your deci...

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, I'm explaining to you the core principles that guide how our bodies work—things we probably should've learned in health class but didn't! You’ll understand why your body acts the way it does, especially with hormones and different symptoms. I'll explain how the body prioritizes survival, reproduction, and staying balanced (homeostasis) and how understanding these can help you get b...

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, I am making this like 'The Secret Life of Health Class,' I dig into the essential hormones that regulate our fertility and overall hormonal health: estrogen and progesterone. Think of this as the health class we all should have gotten when we were younger, but we didn’t. I'll be clearing up common misconceptions and explaining what estrogen and progesterone actually do. From the ch...

WELCOME TO THE PODCAST!

I'm so thrilled to share my excitement for what's coming in future episodes and why I believe it’s going to be a year of harvest! In this first episode, I talk about what you can expect from the podcast, my journey through pharmacy school and becoming a patient, and the transformative power of understanding your body from a holistic viewpoint.

We'll dive deep into vital topics like hormones, metabolism, an...