The Cyclical Doula Podcast: Fertility Awareness, Charting Cycles, and Reproductive Health Education

In this expansive and deeply encouraging conversation, Emma sits down with Anu Verma, author, podcaster, trauma practitioner, and founder of Victim 2 Victor. Anu blends scientific training with holistic wisdom, drawing on her lived experience to show how fertility, hormonal balance, and emotional wellbeing are rooted in the mind-body connection. She shares her journey of conceiving naturally at 37 and 42—despite discouraging ...

In this deeply moving conversation, Emma sits down with Nicole Recker, an entrepreneur, author, and mother who has transformed her personal journey of loss and trauma into a powerful message of hope and resilience. Nicole shares her story of navigating two pregnancy losses, the emotional toll of infertility, and how speaking her truth publicly became a catalyst for healing—not just for herself, but for countless others who fe...

In this episode, Emma speaks with Christine Horton, a registered dental hygienist, certified health coach, and founder of PCOS Glow Hygienist. Christine brings a unique perspective to women's health by connecting oral health, inflammation, and hormone balance—particularly for women with PCOS.

Key topics discussed:
- The oral-systemic health connection: Why your mouth is a window into your body's overall health
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In this episode, I’m joined by Kris Hall, a sex and relationship coach who helps people reconnect with their bodies, their pleasure, and their sense of aliveness.

We explore what it actually means to feel connected to your body—not just in theory, but in a lived, embodied way. From meditation to self-exploration, Kris shares how pleasure isn’t just about sex—it’s a vital sign of your overall well-being.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Sabrina Nowicki, CEO and co-founder of the Cyclisity app and niece of Toni Weschler, author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility.

We dive into what fertility awareness actually is (and what it’s not), why most cycle tracking apps miss the mark, and how charting your cycle can become one of the most powerful tools for understanding your health.

This conversation goes beyond “try...

In this first Real, Raw, Charted Life of Emmamma episode, I’m sitting down for a candid check-in—sharing what the past month has actually looked like behind the scenes.

April was full in every sense of the word. From family time and travel to St. Martin, to a pilgrimage through Italy, to navigating personal stress and a major shift in my day-to-day rhythm…this season has stretched me.

And like so many of ...

What does it actually look like to rebuild your life—one decision at a time?

In this deeply honest and unexpectedly light conversation, I sit down with Sarah Shoulak—speaker, artist, and author of the memoir Dead Serious: How Death Made Me Laugh at Life. Sarah shares her story of choosing sobriety at 27, navigating toxic environments, and learning how to feel again after years of numbing.

We talk about the momen...

In this episode, I sit down with reproductive health educator and fertility awareness teacher Kourtney Rider for a deeply honest conversation about what happens when you finally start listening to your body.

Kourtney shares her journey through anovulatory PCOS, infertility, birth control use, and the long process of learning what was actually happening inside her cycle. What unfolds is a story about unlearning, rebuilding ...

In today's fast-paced world, many women find themselves grappling with persistent physical symptoms that seem to have no clear cause. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by neck pain, tension headaches, or emotional stress, you're not alone. In this post, we explore the journey of healing through a holistic lens, drawing insights from Nicole, an occupational therapist and health mentor. You'll learn about the mind-body connection and p...

The conversation with Justine covers the topics of body literacy, reproductive choices, fertility challenges, miscarriage experiences, massage therapy for fertility support, and supporting women during pregnancy and postpartum. The conversation covers a holistic approach to women's health, including advocacy for informed decision-making, seeking alternative healthcare providers, and open conversations and support groups for women's...

In this conversation, Dr. Penni discusses her work in integrative medicine, her personal journey with chronic illness, and the importance of understanding menopause and hormone balance. She emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to health and the misconceptions surrounding menopause symptoms and hormone deficiencies. The conversation covers a proactive approach to perimenopause, empowerment in women's health, challenges of men...

The conversation with Athena, a family nurse practitioner and functional medicine provider, delves into the intersection of functional medicine and women's health. It explores the understanding of the female body, the evolution of exercise routines, the collaborative approach to wellness at Stat Wellness, common symptoms and hormonal health in women, practical approaches to hormonal health, and the monitoring of hormonal levels and...

In this episode of The Cyclical Doula Podcast, Emma sits down with Kim Foss, founder of Magnetic Wellness, to explore a healing modality called biomagnetism. This therapy uses therapeutic magnets placed in pairs on the body to help restore internal balance, regulate the nervous system, and support the body’s natural healing processes.

Kim shares how discovering biomagnetism during her own postpartum health challenges shifted t...

In this episode, Emma sits down with Karen Klein, founder of Talk About Your Period, to unpack why period stigma still shapes everything from school hallways to workplace policies. Karen shares how activism + storytelling became her lane, how raising kids (especially sons) can shift the next generation, and why simply being louder about periods is a real form of change. We also get into the big vision: menstrual leave, an...

In this episode of The Cyclical Doula Podcast, I’m joined by Alyssa Chavez — functional nutritionist, life coach, and former professional ballet dancer — for a grounded conversation about endometriosis, infertility, miscarriage, and what it can look like to rebuild trust with your body after years of pain.

Alyssa shares her personal story: coming off birth control, escalating symptoms, being dismissed, receivi...

Parenting can feel like living in survival mode… and if you’re not careful, “I’m surviving” starts to sound like who you are, not just what you’re in.

In this episode, I’m joined by Mitra Cummins (parent coach + entrepreneur, mom of two, 4 months postpartum at the time of recording) from My Introspective Solution. Mitra shares how she supports overwhelmed parents—e...

What if pregnancy, birth, and postpartum weren’t something to “get through” — but an experience you could move through with confidence, intuition, and support?
In this episode of The Cyclical Doula Podcast, I’m joined by Shauna Hall, a spiritual energetics herbalist, postpartum doula, hypnotherapy practitioner, and host of the Align Your Glow and Soul podcast. Shauna shares how her own pregnancy, bi...

Motherhood doesn’t come with a user manual… and for so many moms, the hardest part isn’t loving their kids—it’s feeling resourced enough to stay grounded when everything is loud, sticky, overstimulating, and deeply triggering.

In this episode, I’m joined by Sami Garrett, founder of Good Enough Matrescence, a global collective where moms come to expand joy, peace, and presence—and re...