183 | Gut Health, Hormones, and Fertility: What You’re Missing

183 | Gut Health, Hormones, and Fertility: What You’re Missing

From For the Love of Hormones- Miscarriage, Hormone Balance, Progesterone, TTC, Cycle Tracking, Conception, Holistic Health by Bekah Yawn I Christian Hormone & Ovulation Coach, FEMM Educator, Certified Doula, Fiat Institute

May 7, 2026 · 30 min · Episode 197

About this episode

This episode discusses the critical connection between gut health, hormones, and fertility with guest Hannah Aylward.

If you’ve been feeling bloated, exhausted, or like your body just isn’t working the way it should… this episode is going to open your eyes. Today I’m joined by Hannah Aylward, a functional gut health practitioner who helps women get to the root of chronic digestive issues and hormone imbalance. We’re talking about something that doesn’t get enough attention in the fertility space: your gut. Inside this episode, we cover: Why gut health directly impacts your hormones and fertility The most common signs your gut may be struggling How stress and miscarriage trauma affect your body physically Why “it’s just stress” is not the full answer What actually happens in your body when you're in fight-or-flight The connection between cortisol and progesterone This conversation is both practical and deeply validating. If you’ve felt like something is off but haven’t gotten real answers yet, this episode is for you. Resources & Links: ✨Join Fertility Framework: If you're ready for deeper support, personalized cycle guidance, and faith-filled encouragement, come join me inside Fertility Framework! This is a space where you AND your husband can learn about the science of your cycle while…

People in this episode

Host: Bekah Yawn

Guest: Hannah Aylward

Topics covered

  • gut health
  • hormones
  • fertility
  • digestive issues
  • stress
  • miscarriage trauma

Keywords

  • gut health
  • hormones
  • fertility
  • stress
  • miscarriage
  • cortisol
  • progesterone

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