The Pill, PMS & the Endo Symptoms We Have Been Taught to Ignore with Dr Amelia Ryan
Dr Amelia Ryan, co-owner of Auckland Gynaecology Group, is a gynaecologist on a mission to improve how we diagnose and treat women's health conditions, especially endometriosis.In this episode, we get into the realities of being diagnosed with endo, why so many of us are dismissed or misdiagnosed for years, and how ultrasound is changing the game. We also unpack the good, the bad, and the misunderstood when it comes to the pill, plus why PMS shouldn’t just be shrugged off as “normal”.Whether you're navigating hormonal symptoms, trying to get a diagnosis, or just want to understand your body better, this one’s for you.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: www.wearethecyclist.comHit play and let’s demystify your body together.
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Miss Polly's Kitchen: Chron's, Egg Freezing & a Baby on the Way
From life on luxury superyachts to navigating chronic illness and fertility decisions, Polly Markus (aka @miss_pollys_kitchen) has lived many lives in one. In this feel-good episode, we sit down with Polly to chat about her journey with Crohn’s disease - from diagnosis to remission - and how it led her to make big decisions like freezing her eggs and preparing for motherhood.She shares what it was like working as a chef at sea, how food became both her creative outlet and healing tool, and what she's learned through pregnancy after chronic illness. This episode feels like a Facetime with your funniest, most honest friend.A must-listen if you’re navigating gut health, fertility, or just love a good real-life story.And, of course, a link to our FREE Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Guide Here. Follow & ConnectInstagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: www.wearethecyclist.comHit play and come hang out with us.
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What Kats First Birth Taught Her & What She Is Hoping To Do Differently This Time
In this episode, it’s just us - Jess and Kat - sitting down for a real and raw chat about Kat’s first birth and how she’s preparing for baby number two.Kat opens up about her birth with Cooper, how she ended up having an unplanned C-section, and the things she wishes she’d known beforehand. We talk about her recovery, the early postpartum days, and the products that actually helped during that chaotic season.Now, with her second baby on the way, Kat’s taking a different approach, from mindset to planning, and shares what she’s doing this time to feel more informed, calm, and empowered.Whether you’ve given birth before or are navigating it for the first time, this one feels like a warm chat with friends , with practical takeaways and honest reflections along the way.Follow & Connect:Follow us on Instagram: @wearethecyclistExplore more at wearethecyclist.comHit play and come behind the scenes with us on all things birth, recovery, and doing it your way.
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The Truth About PCOS That Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You with Nutritionist Clare Goodwin
PCOS: Is it your hormones, your diet, or both? In this episode, we break it all down with expert Clare Goodwin (@thepcosnutritionist).Clare is a PCOS nutritionist and medical scientist who’s helped thousands of women take back control of their hormones without extreme diets or restriction.We cover what’s actually driving PCOS symptoms, why insulin is often the real root cause, and how to manage it with realistic food and lifestyle changes. Clare also answers some of your top questions - from how much inositol to take daily, to what to do when you’ve tried FODMAP, gluten-free, and everything in between. Plus: what no one tells you about stress, under-eating, and hormone chaos.Follow & Connect:Follow Clare on Instagram @thepcosnutritionistFind us on Instagram: @wearethecyclistExplore more at wearethecyclist.comHit play and let’s decode PCOS - once and for all.
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Louisa Morley on Twins at 16, Egg Donating & Getting Pregnant on Contraceptive
This week we’re joined by Louisa Morley - mum of four, content creator, and all-round open book.In this candid, feel-good conversation, Louisa shares her journey of falling pregnant with twins at 16, navigating surprise pregnancies (yes, even while on the pill and the Mirena), and what it was really like to become an egg donor. We also chat about her experience of not having a period for two years, the emotional and hormonal shifts along the way, and how she’s approaching cycle education with her own daughters. It’s raw, relatable, and full of wisdom you wish you’d heard sooner.Follow & ConnectFollow Louisa on Instagram @louisamorley_Follow us on Instagram @wearethecyclistVisit our website: www.wearethecyclist.comHit play and join us for a conversation that feels like a FaceTime with your bestie.
The go-to women’s health podcast for real, honest conversations about hormones, periods, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, and the rest. Hosted by Jess Quinn & Katherine Douglas, we dive into all things women's health and help you to demystify owning a female body— with expert advice and real stories to help you feel empowered and informed. If you’re tired of being dismissed and want to decode your body, this podcast is for you.
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