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Cycles and Seasons

Jennifer Redmond
Fertility
Infertility
Nutrition
Perimenopause
Nervous System
Menopause
Mental Health
Restorative Reproductive Medicine
Surrogacy
Egg Donation
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Endometriosis
Third-Party Reproduction
Glp-1s
Emotional Eating
Weight Loss
Mother's Day
Fertility Journey
Reiki
Cortisol

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... more

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In this episode Jennifer talks with Kayla Branstetter about the Greek myth of Medusa and Athena as a lens for understanding medical gaslighting, reproductive trauma and the cultural expectation that women endure their pain in silence. 

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In this episode Jennifer talks with Alicia Abdella, MSW, LICSW,  about the emotional and psychological dimensions of third-party reproduction, including egg donation and gestational surrogacy. Alicia is the founder of On the Path Counseling and Consu... more

In this episode Jennifer talks with Janene Oleaga, a family formation lawyer and reproductive rights advocate, about the legal side of building a family through assisted reproduction. Janene demystifies the role of a reproductive attorney and offers ... more

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In this episode Jennifer shares a check-in and love note to her community as Mother's Day approaches. She knows how difficult the holiday can be for women on a fertility journey, and offers gentle, practical ideas for navigating the ... more

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Alicia Abdella
Founder of On the Path Counseling and Consultation, specialized group psychotherapy for reproductive health
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Episode: Episode 41: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Third-Party Reproduction with Alicia Abdella
Janene Oleaga
Family formation lawyer and reproductive rights advocate
Oleaga Law LLC
Episode: Episode 40: The Legal Side of Building Your Family with Janene Oleaga
Nicole Tanionos
High school student and endometriosis advocate; co-founder of Endometriosis Alliance of Massachusetts
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Episode: Episode 38: Living with Endometriosis
Lauren Hart Clancy
Executive director at All Paths Family Building, public health professional and fertility advocate
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Episode: Episode 37: National Infertility Awareness Week - "More Than"
Dr. Michael Hurley
Licensed acupuncturist; Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine; Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine
Cup of Life Healing Center
Episode: Episode 36: PCOS and Mental Health: An Integrative Approach
Jess Tims
Certified fertility doula, Reiki master
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Episode: Episode 35: Reiki for Fertility
Julie Grimm
Founder of Spiritual Studies Institute
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Episode: Episode 29: Faith, Obstacles and Healing on the Fertility Journey.
Dr. Stephanie Fine
Internist turned weight-loss expert focused on fertility
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Episode: Episode 28: Emotional Eating and Your Fertility
Emily Silva Hockstra
Five-time author and spiritual life coach introduced as a guest
Episode: Episode 27: Gratitude, Grief & Growth on the Fertility Journey

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Jennifer Redmond
Host of Cycles and Seasons; Integrative Nutrition Coach and hormone health educator

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Episode 21: A Patient-centered Fertility Journey
Q: What does a patient-centered fertility journey look like in practice?
It starts with a comprehensive intake to understand the whole person, followed by education that fits the patient's energy and capacity, and then a personalized plan that balances medical needs with emotional and relational factors.
Episode 20: Breathwork to Calm Hormone Chaos
Q: How can someone start balancing cortisol in daily life?
Begin with breathing practices (nasal, belly-driven, long exhalations), light exposure in the morning to signal wakefulness, and circadian-aligned routines; use gradual breath techniques like 4-4-8 or 4-7-8 when appropriate, and adjust evening lighting to promote relaxation.
Episode 19: Managing Stress and Building Resilience in Mid Life
Q: And how does this connect to stress and hormones during perimenopause and menopause?
The guest describes that in midlife hormones are fluctuating and diminishing, which makes stress management more crucial. Stress can dominate when sex hormones are lower, so listeners should acknowledge the extra load of caregiving, work, and life changes, allow self-compassion, and adopt sleep and nourishment as priorities to support the body during hormonal transitions.
Episode 19: Managing Stress and Building Resilience in Mid Life
Q: Can we start there with a nervous-system overview, to set the stage for how stress affects us in midlife?
Rachel explains the nervous system as a balance between sympathetic (fight/flight) and parasympathetic (rest/digest) responses. She emphasizes that we are constantly toggling between these states, and that perceived threats—even minor ones—can trigger cortisol and adrenaline, sometimes leading to tunnel vision and reactive thinking. She also notes that the system operates faster than the prefrontal cortex, often driving automatic responses before conscious thought kicks in.
Episode 40: The Legal Side of Building Your Family with Janene Oleaga
Q: What should prospective parents look for when choosing an attorney?
Trust your gut, meet multiple attorneys, ask about professional affiliations and experience, and evaluate whether you feel supported by them as part of your team.

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What is Cycles and Seasons about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on holistic, woman-centered health journeys with a strong emphasis on fertility, hormonal health, and life transitions like perimenopause and menopause. Across episodes, the host and a range of expert guests explore integrative approaches to fertility, the emotional terrain of third-party reproduction, legal considerations in family-building, and the lived experiences of conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS. Listeners are likely drawn to practical self-care, evidence-informed lifestyle strategies, and community-driven resources that support both medical and emotional aspects of fertility and hormonal health. A distinctive strength is the combination of clinical insights, personal storytelling, and advocacy for patient... more

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2. Janene Oleaga
3. Nicole Tanionos
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5. Dr. Michael Hurley
6. Jess Tims
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