Cycles and Seasons

Cycles and Seasons

Cycles and Seasons is a podcast for all women in all seasons of life. Hosted by integrative nutrition coach and hormone health expert ,Jennifer Redmond, each episode dives deep into the phases of a woman’s life, offering holistic insights on hormonal health, fertility, perimenopause, and menopause. Whether you're seeking to optimize your fertility, find balance during perimenopause, or embrace the changes of menopause, this podcast provides expert advice, real-life stories, and practical tips to help you thrive at every stage.

Episodes

November 25, 2025 17 mins

In this episode Jennifer shares what the holidays were like for her during her fertility journey, and the specific tools, boundaries and practices that helped her manage the season. 

Key topics discussed: 

  • Figuring out what was supportive for me, instead of pushing myself into traditions or gatherings that made me feel worse. 
  • Boundaries will support you, and how to set boundaries you can actually hold. 
  • Maybe it’s time to create y...
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In this episode Jennifer talks with Julie Grimm, the founder of Spiritual Studies Institute - a center to support individuals in reaching their highest potential and tapping their divine gifts. Through ancient techniques, Julie facilitates healing and awakening within each soul so that they can live in greater alignment with their divine purpose.

Key topics discussed:

  • Julie’s faith journey from atheist to scientist to a spiritual...
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For many of us, food becomes more than nourishment, it becomes about comfort and control. And when you're under pressure to “do everything right” when you're trying to conceive, it's easy to slip into guilt or frustration around how you’re eating. 

Emotional eating is information; it's your body's way of asking for support. So I'm excited to have Dr. Stephanie Fine on the podcast to talk about what&apos...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Emily Silva Hockstra, a 5x author and sought after spiritual life coach. Her mission is to help others cultivate inner peace through life’s inevitable uncertainties. Emily’s books offer daily meditations and mindful practices. Her book Sunrise Gratitude, was named in “10 Books That Might Just Change Your Life Right Now.” And her most recent release, Sunset Gratitude, helps readers find hope whil...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Pietro Bortoletto about restorative reproductive medicine. 

Dr. Bortoletto is a reproductive medicine specialist, reproductive surgeon, and co-founder of the newly opened Terra Fertility, along with Dr. Emily Seidler and Dr. Denis Vaughan. Based out of Dedham, MA, Terra Fertility is reimagining fertility care by making it more accessible, through transparent pricing, intuitive technology, and...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Leah M. Hill, a transformational energy healer and intuitive medium. She connects with Angels, Spirit Guides, Ascended Masters, and Loved Ones on the Other Side to relay messages that help people feel better, live better and embrace their own truth. Leah’s work helps those who may be struggling with anxiety and overwhelm, experiencing major life changes and challenges, looking to develop their o...

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In this episode Jennifer talks with Liane Moccia, the author of The Herbal Fertility Handbook: Holistic Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Getting Pregnant, releasing in September, 2025. 

Liane is a registered herbalist specializing in fertility and preconception planning. She is the author of The Herbal Fertility Handbook: Holistic Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Getting Pregnant, releasing in September, 2025. In her clini...

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August 12, 2025 49 mins

In this episode, Jennifer talks with Merle Bombardieri. Merle has been a private practice clinical social worker and psychotherapist for over 35 years and was the Clinical Director of Resolve: The National Infertility Association for 2 years. 

 Merle is the author of the bestselling book The Baby Decision originally published in 1981.

The revised 2016 second edition of The Baby Decision is based on 35 more years of her wo...

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July 30, 2025 19 mins

In this episode Jennifer talks about why perimenopause often feels like a perfect storm of change. (Spoiler alert: because it is!), and strategies to help navigate hormonal shifts that affect you physically, emotionally and cognitively.

Key topics discussed:

  • Physical, emotional and cognitive changes happening in perimenopause
  • Nutrition tips to help you feel more balanced and energized
  • A small but powerful change to start feeling mo...
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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Nicole Lange, LicAc, MAOM, a thought leader and fierce advocate addressing what she sees as a PTSD epidemic in fertility care. As founder of Life Healing Life in Minneapolis, MN, Nicole has pioneered a harm-prevention approach that protects patients from the treatment-induced trauma affecting nearly 50% of people in fertility treatment.

Since 2006, Nicole has revolutionized fertility care through...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Marina Kay, an Executive Coach and Breathwork Facilitator focusing on stress and burnout prevention in high achievers and entrepreneurs. Her passion is helping women affected by chronic stress feel calm, confident and resilient. She uses full spectrum breathwork protocols, from functional to somatic, helping her clients relax, restore and recharge the body.

Marina is the founder of Women Who Brea...

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Episode 19: Managing stress and building resilience in mid-life

In this episode, Jennifer talks with Rachel Posner, C-IAYT, E-RYT, a yoga therapist and mindfulness coach helping people reduce stress, build resilience and thrive. Her work is informed by the intersection of mindfulness, neuroscience and psychology and her teachings integrate best practices for the mind, body and brain. Rachel has been in the wellness field for 24 year...

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Episode 18: Strength and Fitness in Perimenopause and Menopause

In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Maria Luque, an energetic and accomplished fitness and menopause expert, former health science professor, and United States Air Force veteran. With a PhD and MS in Health Sciences and over two decades of fitness experience, she combines academic expertise with practical insights. 

Dr. Luque is certified as a Certified Health Educa...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Alyssa Rose. Alyssa walks with those navigating life's  most profound transitions. As a Grief Tender and Death Doula in Portland Oregon, she bridges ancient ritual practices with modern somatic therapies to create sacred spaces for those facing loss, death and deep change.

Drawing from her extensive work with hundreds of families and communities, Alyssa’s unique approach to grief care honors...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Kendra Quincy Knauf. Kendra is a licensed mental health counselor with a specialization in perinatal mental health, particularly supporting people dealing with fertility challenges, pregnancy after loss, and postpartum identity.  She has worked in multiple settings, particularly in the community mental health space with a diverse group of clients over the past ten years.  Currently she has a tel...

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Louise Neil, B.Sc, PCC, a Women’s Career Empowerment Strategist and founder of Menomentum, a movement dedicated to transforming how we experience and support menopause in the workplace. Louise helps midlife women navigate career pivots, reclaim confidence and align their work with who they are now, not who they were 10 years ago. 

Through Menomentum, she partners with organizations to break the ...

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 In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Camilla Moore, a Diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and certified instructor of Harvard Medical School's SMART program. She offers evidence-based solutions through self-guided online courses, on-demand programs and personalized one-on-one coaching. Her approach helps people identify and address hidden stress triggers that often go unnoticed.              

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 In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Melissa Hines, PT, DPT, about the importance of pelvic floor health. Melissa is a licensed physical therapist in MA and founder of Wellest Integrative Health, the only interdisciplinary premier pelvic health clinic in Boston. Melissa is also co-founder of the Institute for Pelvic Health, a pelvic health education platform for nurse practitioners, midwives and OBGYNs. 

Key topics discussed: 

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    Episode 12: Fertility awareness cycle tracking

    In this episode Jennifer talks with Julie Lipsett, a licensed therapist and certified fertility awareness educator who helps people feel more connected to their bodies and cycles. Through her work, she empowers individuals to navigate hormonal shifts with confidence, use cycle awareness to feel more at home in their bodies, and advocate for their health.

    Key topics discussed:

    • What the...
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    March 9, 2025 49 mins

     Episode 11: Sleep Wisdom for Women

    In this episode Jennifer talks with Jen Patenaude, the founder of Jennifer Eve Wellness. With a passion for guiding entrepreneurs and busy executives to their best selves, she specializes in transforming sleep from a mere afterthought to the cornerstone of peak performance and wellness. 

    • Key topics discussed: 
    • Root causes of poor sleep 
    • Sleep hygiene and sleep environment 
    • Synching up your body’s ...
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