In this solo episode I share all about my preconception, pregnancy and birth journey for my first pregnancy. You'll hear about the preconception care my husband and I did, our decisions in pregnancy and for birth, and my learnings on how our society and system views women and birth. I also share the wild ride that was my labour and birth. Resources I speak about in this episode: The Great Birth Rebellion Podcast by Dr Melanie Jackson Birth Time documentary Born at Home documentary Spinning Babies Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Want to work 1:1 with Tris? Book your complimentary 15min consult DISCLAIMER​​ - this episode is for information purposes only and is not personal or medical advice. This episode is also not anti-birth control. It is pro-informed consent and pro-transparency. My wish is for all women to feel educated, empowered and supported in their decisions when it comes to birth control, your contraception options, and your health. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.

Maddie Ellise Burton shares her inspiring story of living life to the fullest even with the challenges of living with PCOS, Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Maddie's health journey led her down the path of reducing endocrine disrupting chemicals and switching to low tox products to support her health. When she couldn't find a low tox perfume she loved, Maddie launched Your Bliss, a low tox, cruelty free and vegan perfume brand. If your ready to not let your health challenges define you, this episode is for you! In this episode: Maddie's inspiring story, her health journey with PCOS, endometriosis and adenomyosis, and how it led to her founding Your Bliss. The challenges Maddie has overcome in her health journey and in living with PCOS, Endo & Adeno How her health diagnosis' have shaped her health and fitness journey The most impactful things that have supported Maddie's health Starting Your Bliss and balancing business and health Why low tox is so important for hormone health Connect with Maddie: IG: @maddieelliseburton @yourbliss_beauty Your Bliss website Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition

The oral contraceptive pill (OCP) and hormonal birth control methods are widely used for nearly all women's health issues. We are now only beginning to see the long term health consequences experienced by several generations of women utilising the OCP not only as a method of contraception, but as a bandaid solution for hormonal symptoms and conditions. In this solo episode, I discuss some of the current research on the effects of the OCP on various systems in our body. ***DISCLAIMER​​ - this episode is for information purposes only and is not personal or medical advice. This episode is also not anti-birth control. It is pro-informed consent and pro-transparency. My wish is for all women to feel educated, empowered and supported in their decisions when it comes to birth control, your contraception options, and your health. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.*** In this episode: How does hormonal birth control actually work in your body? My personal experience with the oral contraceptive pill and PCOS The benefits of oestrogen and progesterone in naturally cycling women Current research on the oral contraceptive pill and it's effects on nutrient status, heart health, depression and anxiety risk, the brain, fertility, and the stress response. Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Want to work 1:1 with Tris? Book your complimentary 15min consult

Create healthy meals and encourage healthy eating for the whole family (including fussy eaters!) with more ease after this discussion with Nutritionist Steph Geddes. Steph provides practical suggestions from both personal and professional experience for navigating fussy / picky / non-adventurous eaters. We also chat about the importance of family meal times, not pressuring children to eat, the language we use about food, and how to expose children to different foods. As a Registered Nutritionist Steph has a particular interest in family nutrition as she is also a mum of two toddler boys. She is passionate about helping parents to simplify mealtimes, bring more enjoyment and nourishment to everyone at the table and raise a generation of food loving children.  In this episode: Steph's journey to becoming a Nutritionist and what led to her passion for family and culinary nutrition Is it possible to serve one meal to the whole family? The importance of family meal times and how you can use this to encourage healthy eating The division of responsibility with food and kids How to navigate picky / fussy / non-adventurous eaters How to encourage kids to try new foods without pressuring The importance of the language we use around food How to simplify meal planning and prep Connect with Steph IG: @nutritionist_stephgeddes Website Check out Steph's program - The Family Food Plan Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Want to work 1:1 with Tris? Book your complimentary 15min consult

Tired of deciding what to make for dinner? Spending a ton of money on groceries and eating out, only to waste food at the end of the week because you haven't eaten it? Struggling to reach your health goals? Meal planning and prepping is going to help you! This is a super practical episode with my husband Flynn, to help you navigate meal plan and prep with more ease. In this episode: how meal planning and prepping is going to save you time, money and decision fatigue what our lifestyles and goals are and how that impacts our nutritional needs and therefore what we plan and prep how we meal plan and prep as a couple and family with a toddler how we navigate different nutritional needs & taste preferences tips on how to make your planning and prepping easier to reach your goals Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website

Are you ready to step fully into your power as a s*xual and sovereign being? Ella D’Aloia is a certified holistic s*x coach and therapeutic yoni massage practitioner who specialises in female s*xuality. Through her intimate and supportive approach, Ella helps women to reclaim their bodies and embrace their pleasure to live s*xually empowered lives. Ella also works closely with men, providing education on the divine feminine and the art of loving women. In this episode: Ella's story to becoming a s*x coach & yoni massage practitioner + her approach with working with her clients How our upbringing & societal narratives can influence our beliefs around s*xuality, pleasure & body confidence What is yoni massage Common blocks to pleasure & how stress can impact our libido Our menstrual cycle phases & how it impacts our libido, s*xual wants & needs Navigating s*xual desire stagnation in relationships The difference between the male & female arousal responses How we can navigate intimacy through seasons of life (e.g. postpartum, post relationship breakup) Is planned intimacy ok or should it always be spontaneous? Navigating relationship breakups & reconnecting back to your s*xual desires Bringing more pleasure into our day to day lives Connect with Ella IG: @ella_daloia_ Website Free guides Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Sync Your Cycle Masterclass - EMPOWERED to join for only $27

Struggling with digestive issues? Want to improve your gut health to improve hormones, immune, metabolism, mood and more? This episode is ALL about the importance of gut health and how to nourish and nurture our gut. Shan Cooper is a health and wellness coach, and Health Educator at life-changing health food brand, Gevity Rx. Shan’s extensive background in nutrition, fitness and wellness has been amassed over more than a decade as an educator, presenter, and gym owner. Her deep interest in gut health began after her own struggles led her to learn about the importance of this often-overlooked health linchpin. Shan’s work with Gevity Rx allows her to focus on her passion for educating and empowering people to take control of their health, from the inside out. Her approach to eating for health is ‘maximum nutrition with minimal messing about’ and she loves helping people discover the dietary changes that can lead to better long-term health. In this episode: Shan's own health story and her gut issues being a root cause of many symptoms Evidence-based research on gut health and it's impact on our immune health, metabolism, mood, brain function, sleep, skin, and more The 'oestrobolome' and gut microbes effect on hormones and oestrogen metabolism What are prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics The gut as a root cause contributor for PCOS and endometriosis What is normal vs. not normal with gut symptoms What contributes to poor gut health What is leaky gut? How to start healing your gut Nutrition strategies eat for optimal gut health Benefits of bone broth Nutrient dense, cr*p free options for sauces, marinades and mayo Connect with Shan Cooper IG: @myfoodreligion & @GevityRx Website: au.GevityRx.com For 20% off Gevity Rx products, use code EFLO20. Valid from 6am April 3rd 2024 - 11:59pm April 6th 2024 on the Gevity Rx website Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Sync Your Cycle Masterclass - EMPOWERED for discount

Should women train differently to men? Should we train differently around our menstrual cycle? Can we continue strength training during pregnancy? Can we run during pregnancy? How does exercise support pregnancy, labour and birth? These are just some of the questions we cover in this episode all about strength training for women with qualified trainer Ange Drake. Ange is the founder and head coach at women's boutique strength training studio 23W, located in Preston, Melbourne's north. Ange is a highly skilled fitness professional with experience and qualifications in pre and post natal exercise, nutrition, Level 1  Strength and Conditioning, Level 1 Powerlifting, mat Pilates, boxing and more. The strategies and system taught at 23W mirrors Ange’s philosophy in health and fitness. I love her philosophy of "learn to be 1% better everyday". In this episode: Ange's story and passion for fitness and strength training Should women train differently to men? The importance of muscle mass and maintaining muscle mass for optimal health Training around your menstrual cycle Strength training and exercise modifications during each trimester of pregnancy Do we need to monitor heart rate during exercise in pregnancy? How to reduce the impact of Diastasis Recti (abdominal separation) Can you continue running during pregnancy? How strength training during pregnancy contributes to better labor and delivery Considerations for returning to exercise and strength training postpartum Connect with Ange @ange_drake @twentythreew Website Connect with Tris @trisalexandranutrition Website Sync Your Cycle Masterclass - EMPOWERED for discount

Healing from inflammatory skin conditions like acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and peri-oral dermatitis, to holistic anti-aging and optimising your skin health for glowing skin. Sally is a Dermal Clinician (BHSc. Clinical Dermal Therapies & DipBT. - Beauty therapy) with 20 years in the skin health industry, offering a realistic and holistic approach to skin health and management. Holding space for assessment, education, discussion and understanding options around what is right for you and your skin wellness. Sally's goal for her clients is to feel understood and heard which then leads to achieving skin wellness goals. She believes skin health cannot be improved without looking at the full lifestyle of the client. Factors such as dietary habits, stress, social routines, environmental toxins and topical products all have the potential to impact the skin in both negative and positive ways. In this episode: Sally's holistic approach to skin health & healing from inflammatory skin conditions Importance of nutrition & lifestyle for skin health The link between stress, cortisol & skin health (including inflammatory conditions like acne) Supporting lymphatic drainage pathways to promote skin healing Sun protection considerations & what to look for in a sunscreen The impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals & unfiltered water on our hormones, fertility & skin health The connection between the gut, hormones & skin health Impacts of the oral contraceptive pill & supporting your body (and skin) coming off the pill In-clinic and at home skin treatments to consider Navigating the overwhelming products out there & what ingredients to look for with different skin conditions Supportive foods & supplements for skin healing & health Connect with Sally Grant IG: @sallygrant_dermalclinician_ Website Book with Sally Connect with Tris Alexandra IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website FREE Love Your Cycle Guide with Menstrual Cycle Tracker

Have you been diagnosed with or suspect PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)? In this solo episode with women's health Clinical Nutritionist, Tris Alexandra, learn about how to resolve your PCOS naturally and thrive. Because PCOS does NOT need to define you! In this episode: - What is PCOS? - How is PCOS diagnosed? - The shortfalls of the current system for diagnosing and treating PCOS - The research on evidence-based supplements vs. conventional treatments - Why keto and low carb diets may not be for everyone with PCOS - What you need to know about the oral contraceptive pill & PCOS - What are the root causes of PCOS? - What to consider with your nutrition, lifestyle and supplements to resolve PCOS symptoms Connect with Tris IG: @trisalexandranutrition Website Free PCOS Testing Guide Sync Your Cycle Masterclass - code EMPOWERED for discount *The information in this podcast is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure, and is for your information only. Always seek personalised advice from a qualified practitioner.