From First Period To Last Period, co-hosted by Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Fertility Specialist Dr. Jenna Kahn, is a science-backed health & wellness podcast dedicated to shining a light on the women’s health topics that matter most — from periods and fertility to pregnancy and menopause.
Cortisol Face, Abby’s Pre-Eclampsia Story, & a Fresh Look at HRT
Rescripted Co-Founder Abby Mercado shares her pre-eclampsia experience, Registered Dietitian Anna Bohnengel discusses cortisol face, and Dr. Jenna Kahn explores hormone replacement therapy, offering insights into women's health; this is an interview.
13 May 2025
Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Embryo Freezing, & the Future of Menstrual Blood Diagnostics
In this episode of From First Period to Last Period, Shea shares her harrowing experience with hyperemesis gravidarum — a severe and often misunderstood form of morning sickness that made her pregnancy nearly unbearable.
Dr. Jenna Kahn (https://www.instagram.com/jennakahn_md/) also shares some big personal news: she's in the process of freezing her embryos. She takes us behind the scenes of the emotional and medical steps involved, and what this decision means for her future fertility.
Noticed mid-cycle spotting (https://rescripted.com/posts/what-the-color-of-your-period-blood-can-tell-you) and unsure what it means? We break down the possible causes — from harmless hormonal changes to signs you shouldn’t ignore — and when it’s time to call your doctor.
And in a glimpse at the future of reproductive health, we explore how menstrual blood could become a powerful diagnostic tool. Meet the companies (https://qvin.com/research/) leading this innovation and learn how their work could revolutionize early detection and care.
Hit play now on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/2SKJ1gV), Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-first-period-to-last-period/id1607359996), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLorNn_zhaMJLENGXTUL69rFNQsfyQjJYL), or wherever you listen. 🎧
📩 Want more expert-backed insights? Head to Rescripted.com (www.rescripted.com), and don’t forget to submit your questions for future episodes!
6 May 2025
Ectopic Pregnancy, Egg Quality After 35, & an Ovarian Cancer Breakthrough
In this episode of From First Period to Last Period, Sarah bravely recounts her ectopic pregnancy (https://rescripted.com/posts/what-is-a-ruptured-ectopic-pregnancy) — a harrowing experience that included a ruptured fallopian tube and uterus — and how it ultimately inspired her to pursue a career in nursing.
Kristyn and Dr. Jenna Kahn (https://www.instagram.com/jennakahn_md/) answer some of your most pressing fertility questions: I’m in my late 30s — how can I improve my egg quality for IVF or natural conception? And what’s the real deal with fertility supplements — are they worth it, or just wishful thinking?
In breakthrough news, we discuss a promising new blood test for early detection of ovarian cancer — a disease that’s often caught too late. Could this innovation change the game for survival rates?
Plus, a quick but essential guide to cancer screenings: how to recognize early signs of ovarian cancer, when to get a mammogram (https://rescripted.com/posts/when-should-you-get-your-first-mammogram), and the latest pap smear guidelines you should know.
Hit play now on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/2SKJ1gV), Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-first-period-to-last-period/id1607359996), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLorNn_zhaMJLENGXTUL69rFNQsfyQjJYL), or wherever you listen! 🎧
📩 Want more expert-backed insights? Head to Rescripted.com (www.rescripted.com), and don’t forget to submit your questions for future episodes!
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Abby Mercado
Anna Bohnengel
Dr Jenna Kahn
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