In this powerful conversation, Dr. Aumatma Simmons — naturopathic endocrinologist and fertility expert — joins Heather to expose the truth about fertility, hormone health, and how toxins, birth control, and misinformation are wrecking more than just our chances at pregnancy — they’re undermining our creativity, vitality, and future health. From the dangers of DIY fertility advice to why "normal" period pain isn’t actually normal, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the real meaning of fertility — whether you're trying to conceive or simply trying to thrive.
Fertility isn't just about making babies — it's about the health and vibrancy of your entire life. In this no-holds-barred conversation, Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a naturopathic endocrinologist and best-selling author, reveals how hormones, toxins, and misunderstood medical advice are impacting far more than we realize.
We explore why true fertility is an indicator of your body's health, creativity, and resilience — and how understanding your cycle, avoiding common toxins, and tuning into your womb wisdom can change everything.
Whether you’re trying to conceive, heal your hormones, or simply live your fullest life, this episode will empower you to protect your future.
Time Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome and Dr. Aumatma’s Journey to Womb Wisdom
04:00 - Shame, Culture, and the Early Messages We Receive About Periods
09:00 - What Is a FABNE? (Fellow of American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology)
13:00 - Why IVF Isn't Always the Answer
18:00 - The DIY Fertility Trap: Why Google and AI Are Not Your Doctors
24:00 - How Everything in Your Body is Connected to Fertility
29:00 - Toxic Tampons, BPA, Fragrances, and Hidden Hormone Disruptors
38:00 - Why Fertility Awareness Matters at Every Stage of Life
46:00 - Cyclical Living: Harnessing Your Seasonal Superpowers
53:00 - How Men (and Businesses!) Can Benefit from Womb Wisdom
57:00 - Final Thoughts: Creating Safety to Create (Anything)
I'm a Naturopathic Doctor in practice for almost 20 years. I also have a speciality as a FABNE - which is a fancy acknowledgement that deems me an expert on hormones in a holistic way. For a majority of my time in practice, I have focused on fertility, and over the years have helped the birth of thousands of healthy babies. My best-selling book "Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You about Baby-Making" reveals a lot of my research and real-life experience beyond what's commonly taught to us as medical professionals-- and shares the major reasons why I am so passionate about educating women. I believe that ALL women should have access to knowledge about our bodies and what I have come to title 'womb-wisdom' which is the source of our creative energy - babies or other creations! Over the years, I have learned that one of my gifts is to take lots of pieces of information and convert it into a distilled take-away that someone can put to use instantly! So, I have stepped into the educational space of training the next generation for fertility specialists that approach fertility from a holistic perspective. Also, running a multi-6-figure business based on my female superpower (my menstrual cycle) is knowledge that I teach, train, and coach on for female entrepreneurs who want to up level their businesses without the grind-- and the burnout. I feel like the 'womb-wisdom' I referred to earlier is a core source of creation energy that we have access to as women. So, while most female entrepreneurs learn to grind like men (yep, I have been there too!) I think it's time that we access our own superpowers!
Website: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aumatma/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HolisticFertilityExpert
Egg Meets Sperm Podcast: https://www.holisticfertilityinstitute.com/podcast
Book: https://amzn.to/4lQRZvu