Podcast
Hormone Happy Hour with Dr. Heather Rhodes
Hosted by Dr. Heather Rhodes | Women’s Health, Fertility Coach & Hormone Expert · EN
Hi there, I’m Dr. Heather Rhodes—fertility and progesterone expert, hormone specialist, and your new go-to girlfriend for all things hormones, health, and healing.
Let’s be real—so many ambitious women (hey, that’s you!) are stuck in cycles of frustration, guilt, and confusion when it comes to their bodies. Maybe you’ve been told your symptoms are ”just part of being a woman,” or you’ve been handed quick fixes that barely scratch the surface. Whether you’re walking through a fertility journey, battling PCOS, struggling with your thyroid, or just trying to make sense of your moods, skin, and stress, this podcast is your place to finally connect the dots.
We’ll dive into the root causes behind what’s really happening in your body—breaking down the complex science into simple, bite-sized steps you can take to restore balance, heal naturally, and get the results you’ve been craving (yes, while still enjoying all your favorite things!)
Think of this podcast as part hormone health class, part Bible study fuel for your soul, and part girls’ night out—complete with zero judgment, lots of hope, and maybe even a song or two.
If you’re ready to leave shame and confusion behind, understand how your body works, and see the harvest of healing in your life, you’re in the right place. Let’s tackle the myths, uncover the truth, and bring some fun into your healing journey.
This is the Hormone Happy Hour Podcast, and I’m so glad you’re here. Cheers to healing, hope, and feeling more alive than ever! 🥂
Contact Information:
Email: hello@drheatherrhodes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherrhodes/
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70. Reconnecting With Desire | A 4-Step Framework for Nervous System Safety (Season 1 Wrap Up)
4w ago00:27:48Tap to summarizeWhen was the last time you did something simply because you wanted to? Not because it was productive, healthy, efficient, or part of a plan, but because you genuinely desired it. So many women have learned to disconnect from their desires in the name of responsibility, healing, fertility, or doing everything "right." But what if desire isn't something to ignore? What if it's actually valuable information? In this episode, we talk about how desire can reveal what your body needs to feel safe, supported, and fully alive. In this episode, I cover: Why desire is important data, not something to dismiss Why healing requires more than collecting nervous system tools Faith, surrender, and abiding with God How reconnecting with desire can impact hormones, cycles, fertility, and libido The role of support and co-regulation in healing A simple 4-step framework for practicing desire every day Learning to say "yes" to what brings life and nourishment I also share a few life updates, including our family's summer in Costa Rica, a pause before season two of the podcast, and ways to continue working together through consult calls. Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Here are some great episodes to listen to while we are on summer break! 25. Why I'm So Obsessed with Progesterone 2. What Your Health Class Didn't Teach You About Hormones 28. Girl, You're NOT in Perimenopause 5. Estrogen Dominance 19. Lift Your Libido Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →69. The Energy That Changes It All | Understanding PCOS/PMOS Through a Metabolic Lens
Jun 800:40:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour, we're talking about something I think more women need to understand: you may have signs of metabolic and hormone dysfunction without fitting the traditional picture of PCOS. If you've experienced things like low energy, cravings, mood swings, painful periods, cycle changes, low libido, sleep issues, or fertility struggles, your body may be giving you clues that there's a deeper metabolic conversation happening. I also share why PCOS is increasingly being viewed through a broader metabolic lens and how our modern approach to healing can sometimes create more pressure, stress, and "doing" than our bodies actually need. We talk about the balance between physical support and energetic support, why both matter, and how creating safety in the body can be just as important as the supplements you're taking. In this episode, I cover: Signs you may be on the PCOS or metabolic dysfunction spectrum The connection between metabolism, hormones, and fertility Why energy availability matters for ovulation and progesterone How striving, control, and pressure can impact hormone health Feminine practices that support healing and nervous system regulation Why getting specific with testing matters before adding more supplements Worthiness, receiving, and letting healing feel less complicated A practical framework for supporting your hormones from both angles Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →68. The Best Detox | What Actually Helps Your Body Eliminate Toxins
Jun 100:44:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we're talking about detoxing, but probably not in the way you think. Instead of focusing on cleanses, restrictive protocols, or fear around toxins, I want to talk about what it actually looks like to support the detox systems God already built into your body. Because the goal isn't perfection. The goal is resilience. Your liver, kidneys, gut, lymphatic system, skin, and nervous system were designed to help you process and eliminate what your body doesn't need. The question is whether those systems have the support and resources they need to do their job well. In this episode, I cover: Common toxin exposures in everyday life Why so many women struggle with detoxification How stress impacts your body's ability to detox Gut health, bile flow, and regular bowel movements Why undernourishment often creates more problems than toxins Heavy metals, mineral depletion, and ionic mimicry Supporting your liver without extreme cleanses Nervous system safety and detoxification Mental, emotional, and spiritual detox Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →67. The Things I Would Tell You If I Wasn’t Afraid to Hurt Your Feelings… (Hormones & Fertility Version)
May 2500:44:54Tap to summarizeThis episode of the Hormone Happy Hour is a little more honest, direct, and “big sister” style. I’m sharing some life updates, celebrating some really beautiful client wins lately, and talking through the things I genuinely wish more women understood when it comes to hormones, fertility, healing, and the way we’re living. We talk about why healing often has to go deeper than supplements and protocols into things like mineral depletion, stress patterns, nervous system regulation, mindset, alignment, and the environments we’re living in every day. I also share some patterns I commonly see in women struggling with fertility and hormone symptoms, including the pressure, striving, and timeline obsession that can quietly keep the body stuck in survival mode. In this episode, I cover: Why minerals matter so much for fertility and hormones The importance of changing the lifestyle that depleted you Alignment, abundance, and healing beyond supplements Speaking life, authority, and fruitfulness over your body Physical patterns I commonly see in women struggling hormonally Warmth, nourishment, digestion, and thyroid support Masculine vs. feminine energy in healing Why intimacy outside the fertile window matters too Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →66. Understanding H. Pylori | The Overlooked Root Cause of Gut, Thyroid, & Hormone Imbalances
May 1800:47:55Tap to summarizeThis episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, is a deep dive into something that gets missed way more often than people realize: H. pylori. A lot of women think of it as only an ulcer or reflux bacteria, but it can actually impact so much more things like digestion, minerals, iron levels, skin, thyroid health, hormones, and even fertility. I talk about why H. pylori can make it harder to absorb nutrients like iron, B12, and fat-soluble vitamins, how it connects to things like Hashimoto’s, histamine issues, acne, sluggish digestion, and immune stress, and why gut health matters so much when it comes to fertility for both women and men. We also get into testing, treatment options, biofilms, nervous system support, and the foundational lifestyle pieces that often get overlooked. In this episode, I cover: What H. pylori actually is Signs and symptoms that often get missed Gut health, skin issues, and histamine reactions The connection between H. pylori and Hashimoto’s Biofilms and hidden gut infections GI-MAP testing and treatment options Foundational healing support for the gut and nervous system Mentioned referenced episode for you to binge: Iron Copper Episode #15 Sperm Quality Episode #18 Gut Episode #65 Frequency Episode #16 Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →65. Gut Health & Hormones | Why Restrictive Protocols Aren’t Actually Healing Your Gut
May 1100:51:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour, I’m connecting the dots between gut health, the immune system, and hormonal imbalances that so many women are dealing with things like Hashimoto’s, eczema, acne, endometriosis, fertility struggles, anxiety, brain fog, stubborn weight gain, and even recurrent miscarriage connected to low progesterone. I also talk about why so many women stay stuck even after trying restrictive gut protocols and supplements. Because a lot of gut healing starts with foundations that are often missed, especially low stomach acid. When stomach acid is low, it impacts mineral absorption, fat-soluble vitamins, cholesterol production, hormone health, skin health, and even the integrity of the gut lining itself. We also talk about nervous system safety, stress, eating habits, and the spiritual side of stewardship and healing. In this episode, I cover: The connection between gut health, the immune system, and hormones Why gut protocols often fail to create lasting healing Low stomach acid and how it impacts minerals and nutrient absorption Leaky gut, inflammation, and immune-driven symptoms Acne, eczema, anxiety, brain fog, fertility struggles, and stubborn weight gain A top-down approach to gut healing and rebuilding Why stress and nervous system dysregulation impact digestion Stewarding your body through mindset, words, prayer, and healing rhythms Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →64. Fearfully & Wonderfully Made | Why So Many Symptoms Come from Living Outside God’s Design
May 400:36:54Tap to summarizeThis episode is a little more faith-centered, I’m recording while traveling and preparing for a women’s conference around Psalm 139, and this message has been on my heart. We hear “fearfully and wonderfully made” often, but I want to invite you to see it as something deeper an invitation into safety, identity, and intimacy with God. Because when your body doesn’t feel safe, it impacts everything…your hormones, nervous system, energy, and overall healing. In this episode, I talk about how true healing isn’t just physical, it’s body, mind, and spirit working together. And so many symptoms are actually signals that we’re living outside the design God created us for. In this episode, I cover: What “fearfully and wonderfully made” really means The connection between safety, hormones, and the nervous system Why healing has to include body, mind, and spirit How lack of safety can show up physically Speaking life-giving, identity-based words over yourself Strengthening your spirit through prayer, Scripture, worship, and community Living outside your design vs. returning to it Being made for slower rhythms, deep roots, and true nourishment Feminine design, receiving, and creativity If this resonates, I also share ways to work together, including consult calls and updated programs around hormones, minerals, and fertility. Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →63. Q&A Chat: Life Updates, Hormone Trends & What I’m Loving Right Now
Apr 2700:53:32Tap to summarizeThis episode is a little bit of everything in the best way! I’m answering your questions, sharing behind-the-scenes life updates, and opening up about a deeply personal “wilderness” season that shaped so much of where we are today…from loss and uncertainty to the restoration I couldn’t have planned on my own. I also share what this current season looks like how I’m approaching workouts, style, business, and boundaries along with what I’m seeing right now with hormones, fertility, and the nervous system. If you’ve been feeling stuck or discouraged in your healing, this one will meet you there. In this episode, I’m sharing: A behind-the-scenes look at this season of life and business My personal “wilderness” testimony and what it taught me about trust, identity, and timing What restoration has looked like on the other side Current routines: workouts, style shifts, and creating structure with flexibility My recent favorite products (and a few “not-so-crunchy” confessions) What I’m seeing right now with hormones + fertility (including low stomach acid trends) Why some nervous systems actually feel safer in chaos and how that shows up in healing Encouragement for when you feel stuck, discouraged, or like nothing is working Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Things Mentioned in This Episode: Clear Stem Skincare Cozy Earth use code DRHEATHER Amazon PJs Follow Jammie Baker for Style CRZ Yoga on Amazon Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →62. Upgrading Your Standards to Match the Version of You That Is Already Thriving (It’s Time to Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Body)
Apr 2000:42:49Tap to summarizeIf you’re waiting for a supplement or a specific lab value to change your life, you’re looking at the wrong map. We’re diving into the one thing that actually moves the needle when everything else…the protocols, the AI-generated advice, and the "experts" feels like a total mismatch for your real life. It turns out that rapid results (whether we’re talking about fertility wins or just finally feeling like a human again) don't come from working harder at a plan you hate; they come from a ruthless upgrade of what you’re willing to tolerate. I’m breaking down how to stop making decisions based on your past "stuck" self and how to start acting like the woman who already has the energy, the marriage, and the health you’re currently just wishing for. In this episode, we’re getting into: Why "good enough" is the silent killer of your hormone and fertility progress. The difference between just changing your behavior and actually shifting your identity. A somatic exercise to help you get out of your over-analytical brain and into what your body is actually telling you. Real-life stories of how raising the bar led to a conception in eight weeks and a massive emotional "softening" for another client. How to spot the "misalignment" in your current routine that’s draining your battery. How to make decisions today based on the future version of you, not the version of you that’s tired and frustrated. Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
Transcribe →61. Good Sex, Nervous System Healing & Why Intimacy Feels Hard | Getting Out of Your Head and Back Into Your Body | Conversation with Leisha Drews
Apr 1300:35:19Tap to summarizeThis episode is a little more open and honest than usual so quick heads up to grab your headphones. Leisha Drews joins me for a real conversation around sex, libido, and connection and how intimacy can actually support your nervous system, hormones, and overall healing. This builds on last week’s episode, because one of the ways women move out of stress and back into their bodies is through safe, connected intimacy. We talk about what “good sex” actually means (hint: it’s not about performance), and some of the deeper blocks that can make connection feel hard — like perfectionism, polarity shifts in marriage, and unprocessed resentment or shame held in the body. This isn’t about pressure… it’s about safety, presence, and connection. In this episode, we cover: Why intimacy can support nervous system regulation What “good sex” really means Getting out of your head and back into your body Common blocks: perfectionism, polarity shifts, and hidden resentment The connection between the pelvic floor, emotions, and stored tension Orgasms, release, and nervous system support A simple “bring it to the light” conversation for more honesty and trust Follow Me on Instagram hello@drheatherrhodes.com Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Follow Leisha on Instagram Subscribe to Happily Hormonal Podcast Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.
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