Cycles and Sanctity Podcast | Understand your Cycle and NFP, Grow in Holiness

In a world full of noise, pressure, and shifting roles, it’s easy to lose sight of who we truly are. 

As women, our identities are often tied to the seasons of our bodies and our roles—daughter, wife, mother, grandmother. But when life changes, we can be left wondering: Who am I now?

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why women struggle with shifting identity through life’s seasons.
• How to rediscover your worth when roles and routi...

Marriage, motherhood, and faith often intersect in real and messy ways—especially when intimacy, natural family planning (NFP), and life with young children are involved.

In this episode, we share honest conversations about navigating marriage, NFP, and intimacy through the lens of God’s design for love.

We tackle real questions like:

• How do we balance intimacy and family planning when we feel overwhelmed or “touched out”?

• ...

Weaning doesn’t happen in a single day—it’s a process filled with emotions, decisions, and sometimes unexpected twists. 

In this episode, we share practical wisdom, personal stories, and faith-filled encouragement to help you navigate weaning with grace and confidence.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between mother-led and child-led weaning—and how to know which path is right for you.
• Why weaning is rarely linear and how to respo...

How do we navigate the big transition from exclusive breastfeeding to introducing solid foods?

In this episode, we break down:

• How to recognize if your little one is ready for solids,
• What first foods might look like (spoiler: it’s not rice cereal!), and
• Why patience and play matter more than perfectly following a schedule or fancy baby food marketing. 

We weave in reflections on spiritual nourishment and the connections...

This episode is all about the realities mothers face when shifting from maternity leave back to the workplace, while continuing to nourish and bond with their babies.

From talking with HR and coworkers about your needs, to scheduling pumping breaks and handling milk storage, we share real-life advice and encouragement for making this transition smoother. 

You’ll also hear tips on balancing marriage, motherhood, and spiritual well-b...

Motherhood was never meant to be a solo journey. In this final episode of Breastfeeding Month, we explore the power of community and why support makes all the difference in the breastfeeding journey. 

We share our own stories of finding encouragement, discuss the beauty of older moms guiding younger ones, and offer practical ways to both seek and give support. 

From navigating isolation to building lasting bonds, this conversation ...

Breastfeeding is often described as natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. It can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face the challenges alone.

In this episode, we explore the emotional and physical challenges new mothers face, including exhaustion, self-doubt, resentment, and cultural pressures. 

We share stories from our own journeys, encouragement that your body was created for this, and practical advice to help you fin...

We are continuing our series for International Breastfeeding Month by exploring the profound beauty and numerous benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and child. 

We share personal stories, practical tips, and faith-filled encouragement, highlighting breastfeeding’s nutritional, emotional, spiritual, and developmental advantages. 

From the unique design of breast milk and its properties to its role in fostering maternal intuiti...

In honor of International Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week, we reflect on why breastfeeding matters - on a personal, communal, and even global scale. 

Drawing from our decades of experience as a labor and delivery nurse, lactation consultant, and Catholic mindset coach, we explore breastfeeding as not just a natural and sustainable way to nourish a child, but as a sacred act that mirrors God’s life-giving love.

This...

We are exploring the beautiful intersection of Natural Family Planning (NFP) and breastfeeding, and how these two practices are not only biologically intertwined but also support women spiritually and emotionally. 

We discuss how both NFP and breastfeeding foster trust - in our bodies, our babies, our spouses, and ultimately, in the Lord.

Using relatable analogies (like learning to ride a bike), this episode unpacks the challenges ...

We wrap up this month's series on NFP with National NFP Week and a special guest, Beth Kopczyk, certified SymptoPro instructor and Theology of the Body enthusiast from the Diocese of Phoenix. 

Together, we explore Beth’s journey from early childhood teaching to empowering teens and adults with NFP, how mindset coaching plays a role in NFP, and why body literacy matters for every woman, single or married. 

You’ll hear real-life stor...

Do you wonder how we have true freedom in marriage through Natural Family Planning (NFP)? This week, we unpack how NFP isn’t about restriction - it’s about choosing the good for each other, building virtue, and trusting God’s design.

We explore why NFP is good news for couples seeking unity, trust, and authentic love and how it’s rooted in virtues like self-mastery, obedience, and trust in God.

With relatable examples, gentle chall...

In this episode, we tackle the big questions about Natural Family Planning (NFP) - addressing whether it’s truly different from contraception and how intention and mindset play a crucial role. 

We unpack Catholic teaching, share personal experiences, and offer encouragement for couples navigating NFP. 

With relatable honesty and faith, we explore how NFP can strengthen marriages and spiritual lives, and remind listeners that openne...

This week, we're tackling the often-overlooked challenges of practicing Natural Family Planning (NFP) during midlife and perimenopause. 

From sudden cycle confusion and unpredictable charting, to shifting emotions and changes in intimacy, we share personal experiences and practical strategies for navigating this “new season” as hormones and family dynamics evolve.

If you’ve ever wondered how to handle NFP when your body and life ar...

Our conversation today is about the unique stages of womanhood and how husbands can better support their wives - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Drawing from personal stories and Catholic teaching, we cover everything from body changes and societal pressures to pregnancy, postpartum challenges, and the evolving seasons of marriage. 

We dive into what true support looks like - affirmation, presence, prayer, and teamwork - ...

Today, we are exploring the challenges and opportunities of navigating marriage and intimacy during midlife. 

We discuss the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes that often arise in this season and how Catholic coaching and communication can help couples grow closer. 

Our conversation emphasizes the importance of intentional time, understanding temperaments, and renewing intimacy with grace, humor, and faith. 

We encourage yo...

In this powerful episode, we welcome Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom Coaching, to discuss healing from pornography and unchaste behavior through a Christ-centered approach. 

Steve shares how his ministry helps men and women of all ages break free from compulsion by restoring their identity as beloved children of God. 

The conversation emphasizes compassion, curiosity, and the importance of supportive relationships in recovery, wh...

Today, we are joined by Catholic coach Michele Simpson for a candid, faith-filled conversation on Walking With A Spouse With An Addiction. 

Drawing from decades of personal experience, we tackle the deep loneliness, complex emotions, and unique challenges that come with loving a spouse struggling with addiction.

In this episode, you’ll hear honest stories, practical insights about faith and mindset, and a powerful reminder that bot...

We are closing out our May series on Mary by exploring the devotion to Mary as the Mother of Sorrows. 

We reflect on Mary’s hidden strength in suffering and guide you through the Seven Sorrows while sharing personal stories of pain, prayer, and resilience.

Tune in as we discuss why Mary’s intercession matters, the power of meditating on her sorrows, and how these reflections can bring comfort and hope to women facing struggles. 

Wh...