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Still feel like your body is asking for something more — but the answers you’ve been given don’t quite fit?
You’ve prayed. You’ve tried to do the “right” things. You’ve cleaned up your diet, followed the protocols, tracked the symptoms — and yet you still feel tired, inflamed, hormonally off, or quietly discouraged by a system that offers management instead of understanding.
Faith Over Pharma is a faith-led wellness podcast for women (and couples) who are ready to slow down, listen more deeply, and explore healing with discernment — without defaulting to pharmaceuticals or one-size-fits-all solutions.
Hosted by Susan Gladstein, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Functional Nutrition Specialist, the show blends science, scripture, and lived experience to help you reconnect with the wisdom God built into the body.
Through thoughtful conversations and real-life stories, episodes explore foundational health, nervous system support, light-based therapies, fertility after vasectomy reversal, hormone balance, chronic symptoms, and the role of faith in making wise, embodied health decisions.
This is not a space for quick fixes or pressure to “do more.”
It’s a place to create room — for clarity, restoration, and trust in the healing process God is still unfolding.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, rushed, or told your symptoms are simply something you have to live with, this space will remind you of what’s true:
Your body was designed with intelligence.
Healing doesn’t have to be forced.
And faith belongs in the conversation.
Welcome to Faith Over Pharma — where we choose discernment before default, and honor the pace of real healing.
Episodes
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
If your cycles are irregular, your labs always come back “normal,” and you’ve been told everything looks fine—but your gut is telling you otherwise—this episode is for you.
Maybe you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS and feel like your body is working against you…
Maybe your period hasn’t returned after stopping birth control…
Or maybe you’re stuck in that confusing limbo of not knowing what is off or how to fix it.
In this episode, I sit down with fertility nutritionist Julia Young, who knows the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive firsthand. After facing her own fertility struggles, failed IVF cycles, and seven years without a period, Julia turned to nutrition and lifestyle—and everything changed.
We dive deep into:
- What PCOS really is—and why it’s so often misunderstood
- Why “normal” lab results don’t always mean your hormones are fine
- The biggest nutrition myths around PCOS and fertility
- Small, realistic shifts that can actually improve ovulation and cycle regularity
- Supplements that support hormone health (and how to know which ones you really need)
Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally after vasectomy reversal, preparing for IVF, or just feeling overwhelmed by hormone chaos—this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and tangible next steps to move forward with hope.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Julia Young:
Instagram @juliayoungnutrition
https://www.juliayoungnutrition.com/
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
If you’re feeling frustrated, heartbroken, or completely confused by your fertility journey after a vasectomy reversal—this episode is for you. You’ve been told everything looks “normal,” but you’re still not getting pregnant. You’ve tried tracking, timing, maybe even medications… yet no one is talking to you about your gut health, your inflammation, or how those two things could be quietly impacting your chances of conceiving.
In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author, acupuncturist, and fertility expert Aimee Raupp to explore the critical (and often ignored) link between gut health, inflammation, and egg and sperm quality. Aimee shares her holistic approach to supporting fertility after vasectomy reversal—one that goes far beyond the standard protocols and digs into the root causes of infertility.
We talk about:
- How chronic inflammation affects both egg and sperm quality
- Why gut health is the foundation of hormone balance and fertility
- What conventional fertility clinics often miss—and how to advocate for more complete care
- Practical lifestyle shifts that reduce inflammation and improve conception outcomes
- The emotional toll of being told you're "just too old"—and why that's not the full story
If you’re trying to conceive after a vasectomy reversal and feeling unseen or unsupported, this episode will validate what your intuition has been telling you: there’s more to the story, and there’s more you can do—starting with your gut.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Aimee:
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed by all the mixed messages about fertility nutrition? It can be so frustrating to navigate the maze of diet recommendations, conflicting advice, and all the “what should I eat?” questions. If you’re wondering how to nourish your body (and your partner’s) the right way for fertility, you’re not alone.
In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Lily Nichols, a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator, to get to the bottom of it all. Lily is the author of Real Food for Fertility, Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, where she shares evidence-based, real-food strategies that help women and couples boost their fertility and reproductive health.
Here’s what we’re chatting about in today’s episode:
- The most important nutrients for fertility: What both you and your partner should be eating to support egg quality, sperm health, and overall reproductive health.
- Common fertility nutrition mistakes: Could your diet choices be unintentionally holding you back from conception? Lily’s got the answers.
- Blood sugar balance and fertility: Why stabilizing blood sugar is essential for both you and your partner to improve fertility and balance hormones.
- How food helps balance hormones: What to eat (and what to avoid) to support healthy progesterone levels and maintain a strong luteal phase for a better chance at conception.
- Nutrition strategies for women over 35: If you’re in your late 30s or early 40s and feeling the pressure of declining fertility, this episode is packed with tips to improve your chances, no matter your AMH level.
Whether you’re struggling to conceive, dealing with hormone imbalances, or just looking for clear, practical guidance on optimizing your fertility (and your partner’s), you’ll walk away from this episode with actionable tips you can start using today.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Lily:
Download first chapter of Real Food for Fertility for free at https://realfoodforfertility.com/
Instagram @LilyNicholsRDN
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
The TTC journey after a vasectomy reversal can feel overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally exhausting—especially when it starts to put strain on your marriage. You and your spouse want the same thing, but the stress of tracking cycles, dealing with setbacks, and waiting for your miracle baby can make you feel like you're drifting apart.
But what if this season of waiting could actually bring you closer together instead of pulling you apart?
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Miranda Bayard-Clark, couples therapist, relationship consultant, and host of the Love After Lullabies podcast. With over 13 years of experience, Miranda specializes in helping couples navigate the emotional and relational shifts that come with trying to conceive, pregnancy, and parenthood.
Inside This Episode, We Cover:
🔹 How TTC stress impacts your marriage (and what to do about it)
🔹 Small, daily habits to help you and your spouse stay connected—even when disappointment hits
🔹 Why intimacy can start to feel like a chore (and how to bring back emotional connection outside of your fertile window)
🔹 What to do when your partner isn’t as ‘all-in’ as you are with lifestyle changes, tracking, or treatment decisions
🔹 How to prepare your relationship for a new baby—so you don’t wake up months later feeling like roommates
If TTC has started to take over your relationship, you’re struggling with resentment over lifestyle changes, or you feel like you and your spouse are drifting apart under the weight of stress and disappointment, this episode is for you. Whether you already have kids or are trying to conceive your first together, we’re covering practical ways to protect your marriage, reconnect as a couple, and create a foundation that will last long after your baby arrives.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Miranda Bayard-Clark:
Website: www.loveafterlullabies.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveafterlullabies/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/818194252548981
Use code “CVR600” to save $600 off Miranda’s Baby Ready Blueprint plan
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation
Join the Hope & Healing Fertility Retreat wait list
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Are you feeling the pressure to “just do IVF” after months of trying to conceive post-vasectomy reversal?
You’re not alone—and you’re not without options.
In this deeply honest and eye-opening episode, I’m breaking down what most couples aren’t told about IVF. From success rates and emotional costs to the ethical questions no one prepares you for, we’re going beyond the surface to give you the full truth—so you can make this decision from a place of peace, not panic.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Why IVF is often recommended too soon after reversal
✔️ What the real success rates look like (and how age really factors in)
✔️ The financial, physical, and emotional toll of IVF most couples aren’t warned about
✔️ What IVF post-reversal actually entails—ICSI, sperm retrieval, and more
✔️ The ethical and faith-based considerations that deserve your attention
✔️ 5 critical things every couple should do before considering IVF
Whether you’re just a few months into trying or you’re feeling exhausted by the wait, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and more empowered in your next step—whatever that looks like.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Next Steps:
Join us in Costa Rica for the Refresh & Flourish Retreat, July 30-August 4
Join the Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Have you been told that your fertility labs are "normal," yet month after month, you’re faced with negative pregnancy tests? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m calling out one of the biggest frustrations I hear from couples trying to conceive — the belief that 'normal' means everything is fine. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t.
You’ll learn why standard lab results often miss critical information, especially when it comes to thyroid health, testosterone levels, and overall hormonal balance. I’ll also break down why many doctors stop investigating after a basic panel, leaving couples without answers and feeling like their bodies are broken.
But here’s the truth: Normal doesn’t mean optimal. And optimal is what you need when trying to conceive.
If you’ve been drained emotionally, financially, and physically with nothing to show for it, this episode is your reminder that there’s still hope. You don’t have to accept defeat, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- Why 'normal' labs may still be holding you back from getting pregnant
- The role of thyroid health and how subclinical hypothyroidism is often ignored
- The shocking decline in testosterone levels and why it matters for male fertility
- How Western medicine often fails couples by ignoring the holistic factors that impact fertility
- Why a personalized, foundational approach can make all the difference
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
Miscarriage is an experience no one wants to face, yet so many women do—often in silence. In this episode, I sit down with Allison Schaaf, founder of Miscarriage Hope Desk, to talk about the emotional and physical toll of pregnancy loss, how to process grief, and what it looks like to find hope again.
Whether you're trying to conceive after a vasectomy reversal, navigating recurrent pregnancy loss, or simply struggling with the uncertainty of your fertility journey, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone. Allison shares her personal story of six losses, what led her to create Miscarriage Hope Desk, and the resources she’s developed to help women advocate for themselves, find support, and heal emotionally and physically.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- The emotional toll of miscarriage and pregnancy after loss
- How to advocate for yourself with doctors and push for testing
- Common misconceptions about miscarriage and fertility
- The impact of miscarriage on marriage and how partners grieve differently
- Practical ways to process grief and find support
- Faith, healing, and trusting God’s timing
If you’ve experienced a miscarriage or are in the midst of a long fertility journey, this episode is for you.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Allison Schaaf:
Miscarriage Hope Desk Website: www.miscarriagehopedesk.org
Instagram: @miscarriagehopedesk
Substack: miscarriagehopedesk.substack.com
Miscarriage Hope Desk Podcast (Archived Episodes): Available wherever you listen to podcasts
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
You’ve tried everything—tracking cycles, changing your diet, maybe even investing in fertility treatments—yet you’re still not seeing those two pink lines. You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and starting to wonder:
“What if something is missing?”
“Why does my doctor say everything is ‘normal’ when I know something isn’t right?”
“Is there a better way to support my body naturally?”
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re going to love today’s episode.
I’m joined by Tsao-Lin Moy, L.Ac., MSOM, a highly skilled expert in Alternative and Chinese Medicine who has spent over 22 years helping women optimize their fertility. Tsao is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and the founder of Integrative Healing Arts in NYC. She specializes in fertility, pelvic floor health, anti-aging, stress management, and overall wellness using acupuncture, herbal medicine, energy healing, and traditional wisdom like Feng Shui and the Chinese Zodiac.
In this episode, we’re breaking down:
- How acupuncture improves blood flow, hormone balance, and fertility outcomes
- Why stress and inflammation could be the biggest roadblocks to conception
- How Chinese medicine views fertility holistically—beyond just lab results
- Key lifestyle changes that can make a real difference in your TTC journey
If you’re tired of hearing “just relax and it’ll happen” and want real, actionable strategies to support your body naturally, this episode is for you.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Tsao:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Get a Free Chapter from Her Book
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation