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In this powerful episode, I’m joined by fertility yoga, Pilates, and breathwork teacher Jennifer Edmonds, whose personal journey through infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and nervous system dysregulation led her to a completely different understanding of what the body needed in order to conceive.

We dive into:
✨ Jennifer’s story of being told she was in early menopause, and what happened next
✨ Why fertility isn’t just about hormones, labs, or egg quality
✨ How chronic stress, trauma, and nervous system overload can shut down fertility
✨ The science behind the mind-body connection in conception
✨ How fertility yoga and somatic practices helped regulate her system, restore her cycle, and transform her journey
✨ What most fertility doctors overlook, and how it impacts your ability to conceive
✨ How to support your body emotionally, energetically, and physically through a fertility journey

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that your body is not broken, it may simply be asking for safety, support, and a different kind of healing.

If you’re navigating infertility, preparing for IVF, recovering from loss, or supporting your body naturally, this episode will give you tools, hope, and a new perspective on what’s possible.

Connect with Jennifer:
Instagram: @jen.elementpilatesyoga
Join her free 3-day Fertility Yoga Series (details inside the episode!)

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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*This episode is a replay of episode 3, one of my most popular episodes of all time, which originally aired on September 27, 2023. I thought it was time to bring it back to the surface for you to enjoy!*

Today’s episode is jam-packed and it really answers the question that I receive often of “Alyssa, what exactly do you DO?”

I got into the work that I do because it has been absolutely life changing for me. I tried so many things to help with my endo symptoms and felt like nothing was working.

Until I figured out a way to actually get to the root cause of my symptoms so that I could allow my body to heal. That is the same process that I use with my clients each and every day.

And the process I am here to share with you today!

In today’s episode you will hear:

• What functional nutrition actually is and how it can help you even when you feel like nothing else has.
• How I determine the cause of digestive symptoms like bloating/endo belly, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and more.
• How I identify the source of inflammation that can cause symptoms like pain, fatigue, and even infertility.
• How I identify exactly what foods your unique body is sensitive to that may be contributing to those inflammatory symptoms.

…and so much more!

Much love! Enjoy!

Episode 1: Top 5 things you need to know about nutrition for endometriosis

Episode 2: What is the best diet for endometriosis?

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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*This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes to date, which originally aired as episode 71 on January 22nd, 2025. Enjoy!*

Have you ever wondered if the food on your plate could help reduce your pain and give you more control over your body? Spoiler alert: it can. Today, we’re breaking down how to create an anti-inflammatory diet tailored specifically for you and your endometriosis.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

-Debunking myths: Common misconceptions about anti-inflammatory diets and endometriosis.

-What an anti-inflammatory diet looks like for YOU: How to personalize it for your unique needs.

-The 10 key steps to creating an individualized anti-inflammatory diet.

1. Identify and eliminate common inflammatory foods.
2. Focus on incorporating key anti-inflammatory nutrients.
3. Support your gut health.
4. Personalize your diet based on your unique sensitivities and symptoms.
5. Incorporate anti-inflammatory spices into your diet.
6. Balance macronutrients.
7. Minimize toxins in your food.
8. Stay hydrated.
9. Consider cycle syncing with your meals.
10. Thinking about targeted supplementation when necessary.

Making sustainable changes can feel overwhelming, so start small! Focus on one or two adjustments at a time to build lasting habits.

Join the Free Endo Diet Reset Challenge

Resources:

Episode 55

Episode 63

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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Your symptoms are never random, they’re messages.

In today’s episode, we dive into the emotional roots behind some of the most common struggles women face, from pelvic pain and endometriosis to bloating, constipation, back pain, fatigue, and even infertility.

Drawing from German New Medicine, Louise Hay’s work, and my own healing journey, we explore how unresolved emotions, stress patterns, and subconscious beliefs can show up physically in the body… and how understanding this connection can open the door to deeper healing.

You’ll learn:
✨ Why your body holds onto emotional experiences
✨ The emotional themes behind seven common symptoms
✨ How stored stress and trauma influence hormones, digestion, and pain
✨ Simple reflections to help you identify emotional patterns affecting your health

Your body isn’t working against you, it’s communicating with you. This episode will help you start listening.

Resources mentioned:

• You Can Heal Your Body – Louise Hay
• You Can Heal Your Life – Louise Hay
• The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
• German New Medicine

Want support with this work?
Book a free 30-minute consultation to explore functional nutrition and emotional breakthrough work with me: https://p.bttr.to/32rNLqm

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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In this episode, we take a look at the deeper connection between endometriosis and infertility, something I've lived, studied, and supported women through for nearly a decade.

I break down why endometriosis can make conception more challenging, what the research actually says, and the physical, emotional, and immune-system factors that play a role.

You’ll learn:

• How endometriosis affects egg quality, ovarian reserve, the fallopian tubes, inflammation, and more
• Why oxidative stress, immune dysfunction, and adhesions matter more than most women are told
• The surprising reason your nervous system state influences fertility
• Real steps you can take to support your body physically and emotionally
• A reminder that endometriosis does not mean you can’t conceive—Alyssa shares real stories of hope

If fertility is on your mind or you're supporting someone on this journey, this episode gives clarity, empowerment, and actionable next steps.

Links mentioned:
• Episode 105 – My full fertility journey
• Research mentioned: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6281964/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7513434/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9321488/

• Book a free consultation with me to explore support on your endo + fertility journey

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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You’ve probably heard at some point that endometriosis is a lifelong, progressive disease that only gets worse with time. But the research tells a very different (and far more hopeful) story.

In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Edmonds, author of Heal Endo, to break down decades of studies showing that endometriosis often stabilizes, regresses, or even resolves. We explore why symptoms don’t always reflect lesion behavior, how inflammation and the nervous system influence endo, and what this means for your healing.

This conversation will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and hopeful.

Highlights:

• The myth of inevitable progression
• What studies actually show about lesion behavior
• Why symptoms ≠ progression
• The role of inflammation, immunity, and the nervous system
• How lifestyle can support your body without obsession

🔗 Connect with Katie

• Website: www.healendo.com
• Instagram: @heal.endo

Resources:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37190782/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15547522/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10899492/

https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article-abstract/28/8/2023/661930?redirectedFrom=fulltext

https://www.danmartinmd.com/files/endotheory.pdf

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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*This episode was originally published November 22, 2023. But I thought that Thanksgiving week is a wonderful time to bring it back to the light!*

Today we are diving deep into how cultivating gratitude can transform our lives, particularly when facing a chronic condition such as endometriosis.

From sharing my personal gratitude practices to demonstrating how gratitude can help alleviate depression and anxiety and even improve your digestive health, we will explore how this beautiful practice can support a healthier and more joyful life.

We often tend to focus on the negatives in life, that’s just how our brains work. However, invoking an attitude of gratitude can ensure our thought patterns veer towards positivity, leading to better choices for our health.

So join me as we give thanks, show appreciation, and unlock the healing power of gratitude in our everyday lives. Let’s begin our journey to become more grateful and ultimately, happier and healthier.

Enjoy!

References:
Mayo Clinic article
Harvard Health article

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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In this episode of Aligned to Rise, I break down the three hidden patterns that keep so many women stuck in cycles of bloating, fatigue, PMS, constipation, and hormone chaos, even when they’re doing “all the right things.”

You’ll learn why symptoms keep repeating, how stress and nervous system overload impact your digestion and hormones, and the deeper emotional patterns that block true healing.

Inside the episode:

• Why focusing only on diet & supplements keeps you stuck
• How chronic stress disrupts gut + hormone healing
• The disconnection pattern: ignoring your body’s signals
• What actually creates safety, balance, and long-term change

Links:
– Sign up for the free Gut Reset Series (your next step!)
– Learn more about the Aligned Gut Reset program

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Work w/ Alyssa:

• Free Endo Diet Guide
• Free Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You?
• Work with me 1:1

Learn more about Alyssa

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.