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

Thanksgiving isn't just about the turkey—it’s about connection. Navigating holidays can feel like standing at a crossroads of tradition and growth. 

In this episode, we talk about recognizing what you can control – your own thoughts and behaviors – rather than external expectations. This empowers you to navigate holiday stress with clarity and calm.

Use tools like journaling or coaching to reflect on internalized beliefs and prepar...

Want to know how to enhance joy in your life? Start by being thankful for your body each day. 

God created us male and female, and our bodies are His masterpieces. 

From womanhood to motherhood, trusting our bodies is a journey. Learn how embracing each stage —from cycles to menopause —can enhance your faith and well-being.

Let’s shift from negativity to gratitude, together. When we focus on the positive aspects of our bodies, we n...

Like running a marathon, preparing for birth requires knowledge and support. 

Explore how childbirth classes can provide confidence and lower anxiety, transforming fear into celebration and empowerment.

In this episode, we emphasize the importance of asking questions, seeking community support, and celebrating the ability to give birth.

We invite you to tune in to hear the importance of childbirth education, breastfeeding preparati...

Addiction doesn’t just affect the person struggling—it impacts the entire family.

In this episode, we talk to Michele Simpson about what it means to walk beside a spouse battling addiction while remaining rooted in faith, love, and truth.

You’ll hear:

• What it really means to love someone in the midst of their brokenness
• How to find peace, purpose, and hope when life feels uncertain
• Why seeing yourself—and your spouse—as God’s ...

What if the key to peace isn’t having your whole life figured out—but simply taking the next faithful step?

In this inspiring conversation, we interview Amanda Villagómez, wife, mom of six, author, and educator, to talk about her book Do the Next Thing: Stepping Forward in Faith. 

We explore what it looks like to trust God when the path ahead feels uncertain, how to surrender perfectionism and self-reliance, and how faith transform...

Do you ever feel like you’re trying to do it all—and still not getting it “right”? 

Today, we are talking about the weight of perfectionism, the trap of people-pleasing, and the freedom that comes when we rest in who God says we are—His beloved daughters.

Through Scripture, stories, and soul-level honesty, we share how to break free from unrealistic expectations, stop striving for approval, and rediscover peace in God’s love. 

You’...

Who am I now—and am I truly living as the woman God created me to be? 

In this episode, we discuss rediscovering your true identity in Christ, especially during seasons of transition and self-doubt. 

We share stories of growth, faith, and surrender, reminding you that you are God’s masterpiece—created with purpose and love.

Learn how to move from confusion to clarity, comparison to confidence, and step boldly into the woman God is ...

When one season ends and another begins, it’s easy to wonder—what’s my purpose now? 

In this episode, we talk about how a woman’s mission evolves through life’s transitions—and how God still has a purpose for your life, no matter your age or stage.

We share our own stories of confusion, renewal, and rediscovery, reminding you that even when roles change, your mission doesn’t disappear—it grows with you.

You’ll hear:

• How to red...

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...