The Hormone Cafe

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson is joined by Kelly Sinning, licensed professional counselor and certified perinatal mental health specialist, to discuss the emotional and relational challenges that often arise during the fertility journey. From shifting friendships to strain within marriage, the two-week wait, and repeated disappointment, this episode offers practical, compassionate tools to protect your mental health during a season that is often filled with highs, lows, and invisible grief.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, breaks down why gut health is foundational to hormone balance, fertility, and overall well-being. From how often you should be pooping to advanced gut testing and treatment options, this episode explains how digestion, absorption, inflammation, and the gut microbiome directly impact your hormones and reproductive health.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, dives deep into PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). She explains why PMS is not normal, explores the root causes behind luteal-phase mood and physical symptoms, and outlines a comprehensive, holistic framework for treatment — from nutrition and lifestyle to supplements, hormone testing, and medical therapies.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, is joined again by registered dietitian Callie to discuss how nutrition and lifestyle choices can significantly reduce period pain. They cover anti-inflammatory foods, key nutrients for cramp relief, what to limit during your cycle, and how to support your body throughout the entire menstrual cycle so your period doesn’t disrupt your life.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, sits down with registered dietitian Callie to discuss how nutrition directly impacts fertility, hormone balance, and preparation for conception. Whether you are actively trying to conceive or simply want to optimize hormone health for future fertility, this episode breaks down exactly how to eat to support your body.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, is joined by registered dietitian Callie, who specializes in women’s health and blood sugar management. Together, they break down how to eat with PCOS, support insulin resistance, understand what “low carb and low sugar” actually means, and use nutrition, movement, and lifestyle strategies to support hormone balance and sustainable weight loss.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN at Vera Health and Fertility, explains what cervical mucus is, why it’s essential for fertility, how to identify high-quality cervical mucus, and strategies to improve it.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN and founder of Vera Health and Fertility in Westminster, Colorado, breaks down polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). She explains what PCOS really is, how it’s diagnosed, the different types, and strategies for managing symptoms and restoring hormonal balance.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN and founder of Vera Health and Fertility in Westminster, Colorado, explains the ovulation process, how to know if you are ovulating, types of ovulation dysfunction, and strategies to treat ovulatory issues.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson, holistic OB-GYN and founder of Vera Health and Fertility in Westminster, Colorado, discusses irregular bleeding. She explains what counts as an irregular period, the possible causes—from hormonal imbalances to structural issues—and how to properly evaluate and treat irregular cycles.