PCOS and hypothalamic amenorrhea can both cause missing periods. Learn why the difference matters for period recovery and fertility.
hypothalamic amenorrhea
Healing Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: What Holds Women Back
Healing HA often means eating more, resting, and letting go of food and exercise rules. Learn what can hold women back from period recovery.
Diet to Increase Estrogen: The Missing Piece Behind Wedding Diet Burnout
If you’re preparing for your wedding, you probably want to feel confident, strong, and fully yourself on the big day. But if you’ve got fertility goals soon after you say “I do”, the pressure to achieve the perfect wedding body can backfire—suppressing estrogen,...
Can You Ovulate Without a Period? What Every Woman With a Missing Cycle Needs to Know
If you’ve been dealing with a missing period, you’ve likely Googled the question “can you ovulate without a period?”— especially if you’re hoping to get pregnant soon. And the short answer is: technically, yes… but there’s more to the story. Here’s the bigger...
From Amenorrhea to Restored Fertility: How One Woman Got Pregnant on Her First Ovulation
If you’re navigating the confusing overlap between amenorrhea and fertility, you’ve probably wondered whether your body is still capable of ovulating, or if pregnancy is even possible without a period. You’re not alone. Many women spend months or years stuck in the...
Exercise and Fertility: How One Runner Got Her Period Back Naturally
For years, Taylor believed that losing her period was just part of being a runner. She was a two-time Olympic Trials qualifier, logging 80–90 miles a week, and earning constant praise for her discipline and drive. But when she and her husband started trying for...
The DUTCH Hormone Test: What It Reveals, and Why It’s Not Right for Everyone
If you’ve been searching for answers about your fertility or hormone health, chances are you’ve come across the DUTCH hormone test. It’s one of the most advanced functional hormone panels available—and for good reason. It can show how your body is producing,...
10 Period Recovery Mistakes
Think you're doing everything right in your period recovery journey but still not seeing results? You're not alone. Many women make well-intentioned choices that unintentionally slow down or sabotage their recovery—without even realizing it. Whether you're eating...
Essential Steps for Female Athletes Recovering from Amenorrhea
As an athlete, I’m sure you’re well-trained in following rules: “If you want to be faster, be lighter.” “If you really care about improving, don’t miss a training session.” These messages from coaches, friends and family, and social media echo what many people believe...
Stress, Blood Sugar Balance , and Your Fertility
Jillian Greaves (MPH, RD, LDN) is a Functional Medicine Dietitian, Women's Health Specialist, podcast co-host, and founder of the highest-rated dietitian and functional nutrition business in Boston. She has been recognized across major publications such as Dr. Axe,...
Saving $15,000 by getting your period back naturally
Mallory Cooper is a devoted wife to her husband, Colton, of five years, a proud dog mom to her two golden doodles, Dood and Doodette, and, most recently, a loving mother to her little miracle boy, Hendon. She is passionate about her faith, cherishes time with family...
The benefit of period recovery before fertility treatment
Maggie lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and cat. She works in IT audit, and in her free time she loves spending time outdoors, reading, and exercising (now- in moderation!). Maggie and her husband welcomed a baby boy just a few weeks ago at the end of...
The Period Recovery and Fertility Podcast:
On the Period Recovery and Fertility Podcast we discuss the challenging, rewarding, and life-changing process of recovering your period and finding freedom with a healthier balance of food and exercise. Whether you’re hoping to regain your cycle and get your health on track, or you’re ready to become a momma- this podcast is for you.
While the recovery process isn’t always rainbows and butterflies, it’s my hope to bring you both information and inspiration during your own recovery journey.
meet the host
The topic of infertility related to disordered eating and period loss is very near and dear to my heart. By sharing my personal story with HA, recovery, and life after recovery I’ve connected with thousands of women who share a similar experience. Having a podcast is a way for me to continue to share inspiration and spread awareness about HA, how to recover, and talk about what it’s like to finally have freedom with food and exercise!
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