Published by Kylah Smook & Abi Fernandini
with @cyclewithkylah & @abifernandini
Listen on Apple PodcastsIn today's episode, Kylah sits down with Dr. Jolene Brighten – a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and bestselling author of Beyond The Pill – to discuss all things hormonal birth control. We cover HOW hormonal birth control actually works in the body, the real side effects your OBGYN won't warn you about, copper IUD vs hormonal IUD, & and how to heal your body after getting off birth control. Check out Dr. Brighten's Books: Beyond The Pill , Is This Normal? , & ADHD And Women Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Kylah breaks down step-by-step how to ditch hormonal birth control and heal your cycle. We'll cover how to prepare your body before coming off birth control, supporting your hormones naturally afterward, and recognizing the signs that your cycle is healing. We'll cover everything from nutrition and sleep to fertility awareness, mineral replenishment, and the biggest mistakes to avoid—so you can approach this transition with confidence instead of fear. LINKS MENTIONED: BOOK: Taking Charge Of Your Fertility BOOK: The Fifth Vital Sign BOOK: Period Repair Manual PODCAST: Fertility Awareness Method Crash Course PODCAST: Why I don't Recommend Natural Cycles PODCAST: A Girl's Guide to Cycle Syncing PODCAST: Surviving The Luteal Phase Black Lotus Shilajit Dessicated Beef Organs Dessicated Oyster Fig Prenatal Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
The Glyphosate incident that gave an 18-year-old lymphoma, Dave Asprey's demonic dance party, Botox gone wrong, and Bryan Johnson's autoimmune disease. Link to glyphosate article WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Abi opens up about her struggles with mom guilt and how she has worked to overcome it. WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode Kylah is breaking down the basics of how the female cycle works and everything we should be learning at age 16! LINKS MENTIONED: Menstrual Cycle 101 Substack Post Surviving The Three Days Before Your Period Podcast Episode Fertility Awareness Method How-To Podcast Episode Ultimate Guide to Cycle Syncing Podcast Episode Luteal Phase Crash Course Podcast Episode Period Color, Spotting, & Ovulation Pain Episode Taking Charge Of Your Fertility Book The Fifth Vital Sign Book Period Repair Manual Book WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In this episode, Abi and Kylah dive into the difference between eustress and distress, and why not all stress is something to avoid. They explore how healthy challenges build resilience, where the line between growth and burnout exists, and how to increase your capacity without sacrificing your well-being Chart for reference WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In this episode, we sit down with Sue Becker to unpack why so many people struggle with bread today—and why the problem may not be wheat itself, but the way modern flour is processed. Sue shares the fascinating history of commercial milling, how freshly milled flour differs from store-bought flour, and why thousands of people report feeling better when they return to bread made from grains in their original form. We also dive into the nutrient loss that occurs during modern flour production, common misconceptions about gluten sensitivity, and practical steps for getting started with home milling. If you've ever wondered whether bread can actually be part of a healthy diet, this conversation will completely change the way you think about grains. LINKS MENTIONED: The WonderMill The Essential Home-Ground Flour Book (cookbook!) Sue's YouTube channel Grains for milling Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Abi shares about her struggle with cystic acne and what eventually helped her heal her skin naturally Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today’s episode, Abi & Kylah are answering your TMI questions! Tune in for a candid, hilarious conversation about all the things everyone thinks about—but no one wants to say out loud. WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
The three days before our bleed are a uniquely frustrating time for many women. It is often the height of our exhaustion, irritability, and emotional energy. It's a time that can make us feel like we are going slightly insane, but it doesn't have to be that way! In today's episode, Kylah breaks down the Do's and Dont's for this 72-hour period, so you can survive and thrive through it. LINKS TO THINGS MENTIONED: Cycle Phases Crash Course Substack Post Luteal Phase Substack Post Luteal Phase Survival Guide Podcast Episode WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
Could your clothes be affecting your health? In this episode, I sit down with Alden Wicker, author of To Dye For , to uncover the hidden chemicals in modern fashion and why almost nobody is talking about them. From the flight attendants who became seriously ill from their uniforms to the truth about polyester, PFAS, dyes, and “performance fabrics,” this conversation completely changed the way I think about clothing. We also cover what brands and certifications to look for, whether natural fibers are actually safer, and how to make better choices without spiraling into fear. Read Alden's Book EcoCult on Substack WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Abi and Kylah open up about their relationships and how they have learned to navigate different seasons of life. LINKS TO THINGS MENTIONED: Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work The Masculine In Relationship WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today’s episode, Kylah sits down with Dr. Elisa Song , integrative pediatrician and author of Healthy Kids Happy Kids , to unpack one of the most overlooked foundations of children’s health: the gut microbiome. Dr. Song explains why gut health isn’t just about digestion, but is deeply connected to immunity, brain development, behavior, allergies, and even long-term mental health. Dr. Song breaks down why diagnoses like IBS often miss the root cause, and how symptoms like anxiety, acne, sleep issues, and behavioral challenges can all trace back to gut imbalance. She also dives into the role of antibiotics—when they’re truly necessary, when they’re overused, and how parents can advocate for their children in medical settings. Most importantly, she shares practical, realistic ways to build resilience in kids from an early age, including nutrition principles, lifestyle foundations, and how to support recovery after illness or antibiotics without fear or extremes. LINKS TO THINGS MENTIONED: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids book Supplements & Courses WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Kylah shares her top tips for everything from clothing choices to haircare to help you feel more beautiful in a natural, body-friendly way, working WITH your body rather than against it. LINKS TO THINGS MENTIONED: Episode 143: Biomarkers of Vitality. How to Achieve Thick Hair, Plump Lips, and Youthful Skin Naturally WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today’s episode, Kylah is sitting down with Dr. Jenn Simmons . Dr. Simmons was a breast cancer surgeon for nearly 20 years before walking away from conventional medicine and becoming a functional medicine doctor after facing her own diagnosis. We talk about the real root causes of breast cancer, why prevention has to go far beyond mammograms, the role of hormones, stress, toxins, and metabolic health, and what women need to understand about protecting themselves long before disease shows up. This conversation challenges the mainstream narrative around breast cancer and offers a much deeper, hopeful look at true healing and prevention. Dr Jenn's Book: The Smart Woman's Guide To Breast Cancer Perfeqtion Imaging The Tear Test (code DRJENN20) WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Kylah is sitting down with her friend Fiona Riddle to discuss the massive push of weight loss drugs online and the bigger picture of why women feel as though they need them. They open up about their own journeys to loving their bodies, and what they wish more women knew. WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, Kylah and Abi are breaking down the book Heal Yourself With Sunlight by Andreas Moritz. This conversation gets JUICY. If you want to completely dismantle your understanding of the sun and its relationship to cancer, give it a listen. WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In this episode Abi shares life updated about home life and the restaurant along with some personal thoughts about “knowing when to take one for the team” when it comes to managing a lot of stress with the family WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
Have you ever wondered why sleeping from 12am-8am doesn't feel the same as 10pm-6am? They're both 8 hours of sleep.... so why does one feel so much better? In today's episode, Abi and Kylah are breaking down the glymphatic system (not to be confused with the lymphatic system!) and what exactly goes on in your brain from 10pm-12am. LINKS TO THINGS MENTIONED: Why We Sleep book by Matthew Walker WE'VE LAUNCHED OUR PODCAST GROUPCHAT & BOOK CLUB! JOIN FOR $7 A MONTH Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
In today's episode, I’m joined by my friend Evie McLeod for an honest conversation about pregnancy loss. Evie shares the story of her two miscarriages and what navigating grief looked like each time. She recounts how friends and family showed up for her in each season, and gives advice on what it looks like to support and love a friend going through this experience. LINKS MENTIONED: Evie's podcast episode with Jordan Lee Dooley on The Answers for Recurring Pregnancy Losses That NO ONE Tells You Evie's podcast episode on her pregnancy journey (part 1) Evie's podcast episode on her pregnancy journey (part 2) Have feedback or questions? Text us! We LOVE hearing from you!
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