A summer bonus! Take a peek behind the curtain, and life before Fertility Awareness Project. How did a season of burnout as a social worker led Nat to FAM? We're sharing a recording of an interview that a past Cycle Love client, Nicole did with Nat. Nicole had me on her podcast our conversation was so good, we wanted to share it here! Nicole did her research, and came through with some hard hitting questions. This episode covers: Nat's story, how she found FAM, and her connection to...

Or how Nat accidentally became the poster child for FAM misinformation on Tiktok. In this episode she talks candidly about reading her own words in a pretty popular magazine piece, and the problem with these types of articles. Delving into the difference between wellness influencers telling people to ditch the pill and FAM educators who devote their lives to sharing evidence based information about the cycle.  She also talks about how FAM is not for everyone, and how we need to talk about...

Finding yourself out of your charting habit? Listen to this episode to get back into charting/leveling up your charting if you’ve been at it for a while. With every skill, there are ebbs and flows, and FAM is no exception. This episode dives into: learning a new method, refreshing on your old method, working with an educator elements of good charting - keeping an accurate + consistent record perfecting the method you use going through your custom data lines/refreshing being...

Why is Nat using Natural Cycles? It’s all part of a grand experiment. In this episode, Nat compares her symptothermal and Billings chart to the Natural Cycles algorithm. How effective is Natural Cycles, and how does it compare to a FABM? We also talk about: The fallacy that tech is smarter than us Long cycles and predicted ovulation in period tracking apps The psychology behind the seamless “FDA approved” design Red days and calculation rules in long cycles Outsourcing our sense of...

Oura, Ava, Tempdrop, Apple Watch, BBRing, Fitbit... There are SO many temp wearables on the market, how do you choose? Are they even accurate for fertility charting? The queen of in depth resources and research, Jessie Brebner, answers all of your questions about wearables. We also chat candidly about postpartum, and Jessie's experience charting through the return of fertility, Jessie Brebner of Fertility Charting is a passionate advocate for Fertility Awareness as a gateway to improved...

Brand new to fertility awareness, or in need of a refresher? In this episode, we break down: What fertility awareness is and how it works Is FAM too good to be true? What the fertile window is and how we track it, breaking down cervical mucus and LH testing Who fertility awareness is for What methods of fertility awareness exist Why learning about your physiology and hormones is the most empowering thing you can do. Share this episode with a friend who wants to learn more about...

Be a fly on the wall while Tami Stroud and Nat Daudet have an in depth meeting reviewing and planning Fertility Knowledge Collective! Listen to the processes they go through to review their program for Fertility Awareness Educators, reflecting on what went well and what improvements they want to make. If you’ve ever wondered what goes into planning every aspect of a course or program, you won’t want to miss this episode!  Join the waitlist for Fertility Knowledge Collective  Take FAM...

Are you ready to dive deep into the potential for power in reconnecting with your cycle? This enriching conversation between Nathalie Daudet and Maria Carmen will have you feeling absolutely pumped about creating a more balanced world both inside and out. Maria Carmen is here to help you find the flow with your cycle and fight the patriarchy with body literacy. As an academic researcher and activist, Maria comes to this episode of the Fertility Awareness Project Podcast with a wealth of...

In this episode, Nat discusses the often taboo topic of money, and shares her new system for budgeting finances in both her business and personal life. Inspired by the Profit First method, Nat breaks down the importance of prioritizing profit to ensure long-term sustainability in your biz. She shares tips for making "out of sight, out of mind" work in your favour, and how to set aside expenses and taxes using the envelope method. If you're a new business owner, Nat recommends using the Profit...

Sometimes you need to reevaluate what you’re doing for your hormone health, ask yourself what's working, and what is no longer working. In this episode, Nat checks in after 3 months of having more regular cycles, and why she thinks things are improving. She talks about her experience getting DUTCH test results, and strategies she's implemented to reduce stress. She talks about her experience with PCOS, and the cult of wellness - how when you’re doing something to support your cycles, it can...

What's your pleasure? In this solo episode, Nathalie Daudet reviews the new Netflix docuseries Principles of Pleasure, and talks about how FAM can open the door to better understanding your sexuality.    Other resources mentioned in this episode: Certified holistic sex coach Melissa Vranjes @melissavranjes  Sexuality Doula, sex educator, and sensualist Ev'Yan Whitney @evyan.Whitney  Instagram account dedicated to "unlearning shame that purity culture taught us." @talkpuritytome Save...

What preconceived beliefs do you have about natural family planning and the Catholic community? Jamie Murphy joins Nathalie Daudet on this episode of the podcast and busts pesky myths and misconceptions related to NFP and its place in the Catholic community.  Also covered in this podcast is the importance of acknowledging the strengths and weaknesses of each FAM method in order to find the right fit for you, regardless of spiritual beliefs.  Jamie Murphy is a fertility awareness educator...

Are you ready to lead a slow, gentle, and profitable life? Join Astrid Bracke and Nathalie Daudet as they explore setting boundaries in life and business, cyclic awareness, and the unexpected gifts of cycle charting.  They'll talk about how to make your life and business fit YOU instead of the other way around, and how connecting with and listening to your body can be a game changer when it comes to setting yourself up for success.   Astrid thinks there is a slower, gentler, and more...

Ready to dive deep into all things pregnancy release care and learn more about the interconnectedness of all things FAM, nature, and spirituality? In this episode of the podcast, Samantha Zipporah shares her profound and unique insight in regards to her work as a fertility awareness educator, her pregnancy release program, and her view of fertility awareness and its deep connection to nature.   Samantha Zipporah is a fertility, sex, & cycle educator with over 20 years of experience...

Looking to balance your hormones, reduce period pain, and restore your cycle regularity? One piece of the hormone balance puzzle is restoring your minerals! Amanda Montalvo of Hormone Healing RD shares her take on hormone balance and what we need to remember on our health journey when seeking symptom-free cycles.  Amanda Montalvo is a women’s health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. Amanda started off her education in...

In this solo episode, Nat talks candidly about her experience with her cycle over the last 9 months. It's a fine balance between control and taking action, challenging the narrative of the perfect 28-day cycle while still seeking support for hormone imbalance. She talks about why it's been hard to open up on social media, how she's planning on addressing her long cycle, and the mindset she's taking as she navigates PCOS. If you have ever had a long cycle, or if you've been frustrated with...

Are you clear on your fertility intentions? Have they shifted throughout your charting journey? In this episode Tami Stroud and Nathalie Daudet talk about charting following infertility, choosing a FAM instructor in line with your personal values, fertility intentions and how they can shift over time, and how cross referencing biomarkers from various fertility awareness methods can help or hurt your charting practice depending on how you use them.  This episode is packed with Tami's rich life...

Kicking off season four of the podcast with a fascinating conversation on the future of secular fertility awareness education, online FAM communities and how to navigate between the scientific and religious factors within them. Meet Lauren Monk, a Canadian nurse, outdoor enthusiast, houseplant lover, and long term fertility awareness user. Her passions include hiking, canoeing and wilderness camping, cooking, gardening and books of all kinds.  Save 12% on any Tempdrop package with code...

In this solo episode, Nat reviews he Business of Birth Control documentary and offers her ~opinions~ as a FAM educator. She also dives into her experience taking the Billings Ovulation Method teacher training, who Billings is right for and why the method has been SUCH a game-changer.  Thanks for being here for season 3 of the podcast!  Save 12% on any Tempdrop package with code NATD. Find Nat's work on Instagram and take FAM Fundamentals.

Reclaiming our body and pleasure is a beautiful side effect of charting our cycles and living cyclically. Part of this process comes from the awareness and perception of our own bodies and anatomy. Nat has a beautiful conversation with Vida, a fellow Cycle Coach, embodied movement teacher and an anatomy enthusiast.  Vida owns her own studio, called Body Sense, where she works with clients 1:1 to help them heal their bodies and their relationships with their bodies through movement, menstrual...

We have a very special guest on the podcast today, you actually know her - but you might not know that you know her! Gretchen is a fertility awareness educator and doula, specializing in birth and parenthood, and the one who makes audio magic through editing this podcast! Nat speaks with her assistant and podcast editor Gretchen about emotionally and spiritually preparing for conception, and her journey with fertility awareness. Gretchen has a background in Modern Dance and Gender Studies and...

Eating for your cycle is a hot topic in the fertility awareness space! So many of us struggle with cycle challenges, and eating for your cycle is one way to nourish your body and hormones. In this episode, Nat speaks to Lucia Mazzella, a functional health cycle coach who teaches traditional kitchen wisdom to women and people with periods who want to take their health into their own hands and live in sync with their cycles. Her approach is simple, down to earth and practical, focusing on...

What is it like to be a FAM educator and navigate your own personal charting challenges? Joy and Nat have a vulnerable conversation about the ways in which life has impacted our cycles, and how we stay hopeful when these challenges arise. We also talk about Joy's experience going through Justisse and the ways in which her culture flows through the fertility awareness education she provides for her community. Joy of Full Moon Fertility is a Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Health...

How do we as facilitators create intentional, sacred online spaces that foster connection? How do we embrace all of the facets of ovulation, both the sparkly ones and the shadowy ones? What are some of the differences between menstrual cycle awareness and fertility awareness? In this conversation, Nat interviews Claire Baker, a a sought-after period coach, author and speaker. For nearly a decade Claire has taught thousands of women how to live in harmony with their menstrual cycle, rather...