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.

Cycles and Seasons is a health podcast hosted by Jennifer Redmond, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jennifer Redmond hosts Cycles and Seasons, a health show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode 47: How do you want to feel this September?

  Sep 1, 202613 min

  Episode 47: How Do You Want to Feel This September? In this episode, Jennifer shares a shorter, solo episode thinking out loud about the one question she asks almost every client entering fertility treatment or a new phase of treatment: how do you want to feel? Key topics discussed: Why September’s shift into fall can hit different when you’re mid fertility cycle, mid two-week-wait, or starting a new round of fertility meds The one question Jennifer asks nearly every client before a new cycle, egg retrieval, embryo transfer, or two-week wait - and why it changes everything Moving from “just get through the cycle” to getting through it feeling hopeful, empowered, grounded, or centered Why hope and fear can coexist, and how to stop treating them as a contradiction Why feeling overwhelmed by protocols, appointments, and decisions isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong - it’s a sign you need more support Redefining confidence during treatment: it’s not about knowing the outcome, it’s about trusting you can handle whatever comes What feeling “empowered” really means in fertility care, and why it starts with finding your voice with your care team, partner and yourself Why well-meaning advice like “just relax and it’ll happen” isn’t support, and what real support actually sounds like A simple exercise to name how you want to feel this month, and let that answer guide a decision or two Jennifer is opening a few 1:1 coaching spots this September, and how to schedule a free 45-minute Fertility Support Session Resources Mentioned: September 1:1 coaching openings Connect with Jennifer: DM Jennifer @jennredmondinhc Schedule a free Fertility Support Session I would be so grateful if you would subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with women in your life who can benefit from this information. Disclaimer: The Cycles and Seasons podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

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  Episode 46: The Fertility Class

  Aug 25, 202644 min

  In this episode Jennifer talks with Zsofia Jamieson and Marta Han about the Aviva Method, a specialized fertility movement practice, and how they built The Fertility Class to make it accessible to women around the world. Zsofia Jamieson is a certified Aviva Method teacher, entrepreneur, and former fashion executive who was diagnosed with severe PCOS as a teenager and told she might never conceive. She healed naturally through movement and nutrition and, after leading global strategy for brands like Net-a-Porter, introduced the Aviva Method from Hungary to the UK and US. Marta Han is a health coach, certified yoga teacher, and Aviva Method instructor. After navigating infertility and hormonal imbalance following years as a competitive ballroom dancer, she restored her health naturally through movement, nutrition, and holistic practices. Together, Zsofia and Marta are the founders of The Fertility Class. Key topics discussed: Zsofia and Marta's personal fertility journeys and how they met and joined forces to create The Fertility Class. The history and origins of the Aviva Method, developed by Aviva Steiner and practiced for decades in Israel and Eastern Europe. What a Fertility Class session looks like, from the warm-up sequence to the 30-minute pelvic-focused movement practice. How the movements support blood flow, circulation, and the endocrine system around the reproductive organs. Specialized modifications for different stages of fertility treatment, including IUI, IVF, and endometriosis. Why matching the right type of movement to your nervous system matters, especially for "Type A" women prone to overexercising. How the practice builds body awareness and helps women better understand their own cycles and symptoms. Why they measure progress through cycle regularity and ovulation signs, not just pregnancy outcomes. What's included in a Fertility Class membership: personalized plans, nutrition classes, meditations, and a supportive community. Cost and accessibility of the program, including a 7-day trial and scholarships for those who need them. Resources Mentioned: The Fertility Class The Fertility Class 7-day free trial The Aviva Method , the specialized movement practice at the root of The Fertility Class program Connect with Zsofia and Marta Website: thefertilityclass.com Instagram: @thefertilityclass Connect with Jennifer: Schedule a free Fertility Support Session Follow Jennifer on Instagram for more tips and insights: @jennredmondinhc I would be so grateful if you would subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with women in your life who can benefit from this information. Disclaimer: The Cycles and Seasons podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

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  Episode 45: Navigating Infertility After Sexual Trauma

  Jul 7, 202641 min

  In this episode Jennifer talks with Jessica Katz, LICSW, PMH-C, CCFP, about the intersection of sexual trauma and infertility, exploring how survivors can navigate fertility treatment with greater safety, agency and self-compassion. Jessica is a clinical social worker, certified perinatal mental health specialist and clinical supervisor specializing in infertility and reproductive mental health. She is the founder of Empress Counseling, a private practice dedicated to supporting individuals and couples navigating IVF and other family-building pathways. Jessica has worked with trauma survivors and individuals with complex infertility histories for over a decade, and is a committed advocate for reproductive justice. Content Warning: This episode includes a discussion of sexual assault and trauma. Some content may bring up difficult feelings, so please take care of yourself and feel free to pause or skip this episode at any time. Resources are listed below, and support is always available if you need it. Key topics discussed: How Jessica's background in trauma and sexual violence work, combined with her own infertility journey, led her into reproductive mental health The significant overlap between infertility and sexual trauma, and why the two are so rarely discussed together Why fertility treatment can cause previously healed trauma symptoms to resurface unexpectedly How the invasive, exposing nature of IVF procedures and exams can feel especially difficult for trauma survivors Practical ways to reclaim a sense of safety, choice and consent during treatment, including asking questions and setting boundaries around disclosure What "trauma-informed" care actually means, and how patients can find and vet trauma-informed providers and clinics The role of therapy in this work, including modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR and Internal Family Systems Why self-blame and shame are common during infertility, and how naming vulnerable feelings can interrupt that cycle Grief as a through-line connecting trauma and infertility, including loss of timeline, community and the life once imagined Reclaiming agency and rebuilding trust with your body, and how partners and couples counseling can support the journey Resources Mentioned: AllPaths Family Building . Directory that can help connect patients with trauma-informed reproductive providers, Boston Area Rape Crisis Center . Support resources and trauma training RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) . National sexual assault hotline and resources Maternal Trauma Support . An emerging directory of trauma-informed perinatal care providers RESOLVE: The National Infertility and Family Building Association . Therapist and provider directory Trauma therapy modalities: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, and Cognitive Processing Therapy Connect with Jessica Katz: www.empresscounseling.com Instagram: @EmpressCounseling Connect with Jennifer Redmond: Schedule a free Fertility Support Session Follow Jennifer on Instagram for more tips and insights: @jennredmondinhc I would be so grateful if you would subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with women in your life who can benefit from this information. Disclaimer: The Cycles and Seasons podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

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  Episode 44: Jodi's Path to Parenthood: Lessons for Your Own Journey

  Jun 30, 202651 min

  In this episode Jennifer talks with Jodi Tolman, author, keynote speaker and online course creator devoted to helping others navigate the path to parenthood. After marrying her husband Jay at 40, and faced with infertility, Jodi spent six years pursuing treatment, adoption and donor egg IVF, ultimately building a family of three children. Jodi now helps others find their own best path to parenthood. Her story is shared in her best-selling memoir, “ One From Each Column: My 46-Year Trek from Abusive Childhood to Elusive Motherhood .” Key topics discussed: Jodi’s discovery, at age 40, that she had age-related infertility, and how her resilience helped her face it Why couples should identify their true priority - genetics, pregnancy, or parenting - early in the journey How Jodi and her husband “double-tracked” treatment and adoption at the same time The importance of building a trusted team - doctor, social worker, genetics counselor and mental health practitioner Why relying on trusted professionals, rather than “Dr. Google” or AI tools, matters for fertility education Staying hopeful and keeping an open mind through a long, uncertain journey Learning to grieve the dream of a genetic child while embracing the wonder of however your child arrives Ways male partners can stay engaged and feel involved throughout the process Preparing thoughtful questions before every medical appointment Jodi’s upcoming digital course, “From Powerless to Parenthood and Points Beyond” Resources Mentioned: Jodi’s memoir: “ One From Each Column: My 46-Year Trek from Abusive Childhood to Elusive Motherhood ” Jodi’s upcoming digital course, “ From Powerless to Parenthood and Points Beyond ,” is launching soon All Paths Family Building , a New England-based nonprofit offering support groups, including for men Connect with Jodi JodiTolmanSpeaks.com Contact information for speaking engagements and consulting is available on her website Connect with Jennifer: Schedule a free Fertility Support Session Follow Jennifer on Instagram for more tips and insights: @jennredmondinhc I would be so grateful if you would subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with women in your life who can benefit from this information. Disclaimer: The Cycles and Seasons podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

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  Episode 43: PCOS is now PMOS

  Jun 23, 202635 min

  In this episode Jennifer talks with Dr. Maya Barsky about the recent renaming of PCOS to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), what it means for diagnosis and treatment, and how this shift can empower women to better understand and manage their health. Dr. Barsky is a double board-certified physician in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility. She serves as a Lead Physician at the Center for Advanced Reproductive Services and is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, at UConn School of Medicine. Dr. Barsky also holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Investigation, where her thesis research focused on Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). She is passionate about helping individuals and couples from all walks of life navigate their family-building journeys with compassionate, evidence-based care. Her clinical interests include PMOS, reproductive surgery, diminished ovarian reserve, recurrent pregnancy loss, fertility preservation, and third-party reproduction. Key topics discussed: Why PCOS was renamed to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) and what the new name better reflects about the condition. The history of the condition from Stein-Leventhal syndrome (1935) through its evolution as an endocrine, metabolic and genetic disorder. The three diagnostic criteria for PMOS (hyperandrogenism, polyfollicular ovaries/elevated AMH, and irregular cycles) and why only two of three are needed for diagnosis. How PMOS affects the whole body throughout life, including endocrine, metabolic, cardiovascular, mental health and reproductive systems, not just during reproductive years. Why up to 70% of women were diagnosed late under the previous name, and the challenges of diagnosing PMOS in adolescents and in women approaching menopause. PMOS and fertility: why it is not a diagnosis of infertility, how irregular ovulation affects conception, and the range of treatment options from lifestyle changes to letrozole, IUI and IVF. The role of lifestyle changes in managing PMOS: high-protein diet, reduced carb load, at least 150 minutes of movement per week, hydration and sleep. GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound) and their potential benefits for PMOS, and why they must be discontinued 1–2 months before trying to conceive. Supplements for PMOS: the importance of prenatal vitamins with folic acid for those trying to conceive, and inositol as an alternative to metformin. Dr. Barsky’s message to women who suspect they may have PMOS: there is no “typical” PMOS patient, the condition is not your fault and every woman deserves a clear diagnosis and a whole-person care plan Resources Mentioned: Center for Advanced Reproductive Services (UConn Fertility) Connect with Dr. Maya Barsky Instagram: @MayaBarskyMD Website: uconnfertility.com Connect with Jennifer: Schedule a free Fertility Support Session Follow Jennifer on Instagram for more tips and insights: @jennredmondinhc I would be so grateful if you would subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with women in your life who can benefit from this information. Disclaimer: The Cycles and Seasons podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

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