The Imperfect PCOS Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Getting Pregnant Using the Power of Mindset With Rosanne Austin
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how these women in their late 40’s successfully get pregnant completely naturally when the odds are completely stacked against them? Gir...
Achieving Permanent Weight Loss with Medication with Merris Taylor, RD
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much noise and misinformation out there about GLP-1 medications (aka Ozempic) when it comes to weight loss and PCOS. Today we have the ple...
Weight Loss Without Restriction with Jackie Kirschen, MS, RD
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jackie has lost over 65 pounds and kept it off for over 14 years. She struggled with food noise, cravings, mindless eating, you name it, and landed he...
Filling in the Gaps of Sexual Wellness with Dr. Lindsey Harper, Ob/Gyn and CEO of Rosy
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Dr. Harper first started practicing medicine, she realized how many women were coming to her with issues surrounding their sexual health. Complai...
Take Control of Your Acne and Skin Problems with Meg Gaic, Acne Expert
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Acne is a MAJOR issue for so many of us with PCOS. Meg Gaic, leading acne expert, is no stranger to dealing with the frustrating, embarrassing, and no...
Everything You Want to Know About Your Thyroid with Amanda Montalvo, RD
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PCOS and thyroid issues often go hand in hand, and who better to break it down for us than Amanda Montalvo, a women’s health dietitian who has both?...
PSA: You Can Still Eat Dairy and Be Healthy with Lauren Twigge, RD
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s no way to skirt around this one: dairy has gotten a really bad rap in the health and nutrition space. But why? And how do we know that wha...
Unraveling Super Sensitive Women’s Health Topics with Dr. Jolene Brighten, ND
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many of us have heard that weight gain causes our PCOS? Yep, me too. It’s time to bust this myth, and so many others alongside none other than h...
Less Painful S*x and Urinary Issues with Pelvic Floor Doctor Janelle Howell
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So many of us silently struggle with s*xual pain. Not only can it lead to a loss of libido, it can cause s*xual fear and s*xual distress. If we can’...
Navigating Perimenopause like a Boss with Dr. Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered about how your body will change during perimenopause and menopause (or if you’re currently in the thick of this and strugg...
Understanding and Conquering Fibroids with Brooke Davis, RN
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ovarian cysts, heavy periods, and fibroids- oh my. What DON’T we deal with as women?! Fibroids can cause heavy and painful periods, bleeding in betw...
Sleeping Better for Healthier Hormones with Rebekka Wall
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Poor sleep (or not enough shut eye) can negatively impact our energy levels, mood, hormones, workouts, and even our weight! Plus, women with PCOS are ...
Discovering the Root Causes of PCOS with Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, LD
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sick of generic advice from a doctor’s office pamphlet? I get it. A functional approach to your PCOS fills the gaps and targets the root cause of ...
The Truth About Eating for your Pregnancy with Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering what’s on the menu for a healthy pregnancy? Join the club! With so much misinformation floating around, it's like trying to find your way ...
Missing Period? Learn whether PCOS or HA is to Blame with Lindsey Lusson, MS, RD
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unsure why your period is missing? Google may have let you down so far but my friend and trusted colleague, Lindsey Lusson won’t. Lindsey is a Re...
Sustainable Weight Loss Secrets with Katie Pekera, RDN
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ain’t nobody got time for counting calories (especially us workin’ women). In fact, it isn’t even necessary. You can lose weight and keep it off...
The Secret Sauce of a Happy Pelvic Floor in pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond feat. Marcy Crouch, PT, DPT, WCS @TheDownThereDoc
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, buckle up because we're diving into a topic that's as crucial as it is overlooked – pelvic floor health. Seriously, why aren't we getting t...
Say Goodbye to Emotional Eating with Michelle Yates, RD, LMNT
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Why can’t I stop emotional eating?” This is something I hear from clients all of the time, and If you find yourself asking the same question, t...
Beat Insulin Resistance and Take Control of Your Blood Sugar with Kristie Messerli, RD
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PCOS ladies listen up: 50% of us will develop type 2 diabetes by age 40. Scary, right? But here's the deal: Simple tweaks to how you eat, move, a...
Navigating Gestational Diabetes like a Boss with Casey Seiden, RDN & Certified Diabetes Educator
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Questions like: ‘Will gaining too much weight hurt my baby?’ or ‘Did I bring gestational diabetes on myself?’ or ‘Did my PCOS cause this?...
Healing Acne and Hair Loss with Dermatology Nurse, Care Clark
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If hormonal acne and/or hair loss are killing your confidence, I see you. I get it- girrrrl I’ve been there. I know, there's nothing that can m...
Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally with Ashley Reaver, RD
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about high cholesterol! This isn't just an "old man's" problem; it's a widespread issue affecting a whopping 90 million adults in the U.S. ...
Jamie Mills, RD on PCOS Weight Loss: Busting Weight Loss Surgery Myths and More
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“You don’t need to lose weight. You’re beautiful the way you are.” “Have you tried cutting out carbs?” “Just eat less and move more!” ...
Everything You Should Know About Preventing Pregnancy Naturally with Nathalie Daudet
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to ditching the birth control pill (and all of its side effects) some of us feel like we might be totally “reckless” or “irrespons...
Debunking PCOS Fitness Myths with Keisha Sethi, PT
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With so many fitness “dos” and “don’ts” for PCOS swirling around social media, it’s hard to know where to start in the gym. You might...
OB-GYN Dr. Shawn Tassone Dishes The Dirt on Navigating Women’s Healthcare
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Dr. Shawn Tassone, aka America's Holistic Gynecologist. He's the first US doc to be double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the Am...
PCOS and Body Image: How to Build Body Confidence with Savana Antonation MSW, RSW
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PCOS weight gain hitting your self-esteem hard? If you answered yes, this episode is for you. Meet Savana Antonation,MSW, RSW. Not only is Savana...
Hair Loss SOS: Strategies to Combat Hormonal Hair Problems in Women
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of feeling embarrassed or scared about your thinning hair? You're definitely not alone. As women, we experience massive hormonal shifts ...
Welcome to The Imperfect PCOS Podcast!
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it so hard for me to lose weight with PCOS? How do I boost my libido? How do I manage hormone-fueled mood swings? How do I balance being a mom ...