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.
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Infertility Unfiltered: From Early Menopause to Motherhood with Jennifer Edmonds
This week on The Cyclist mini-series Infertility Unfiltered, we’re joined by Jennifer Edmonds, a woman who defied the odds and found her way to motherhood, twice.After being told she was in early menopause, Jennifer went on to have her first born through IVF, then later conceived her second child naturally following a long road of secondary infertility.In this episode, she shares her raw, real, and deeply hopeful journey, from heartbreak to healing, and what it’s like to hold on to hope when the path isn’t linear. Jennifer’s honesty and resilience offer powerful insight for anyone navigating their own fertility challenges.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: www.wearethecyclist.comHit play to hear a story of strength, surrender, and beating the odds.
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Vaginas, Perimenopause & Everything After with Dr Olivia Smart
What’s really going on with your vagina, your cycle, and your hormones?This week on The Cyclist podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Olivia Smart - a Christchurch-based gynaecologist with a warm, no-nonsense approach to women’s health.In this episode, we dive deep into the menstrual cycle, vaginal health, and the often-misunderstood vaginal microbiome. Dr. Smart also helps us unpack what’s actually happening during perimenopause and menopause - and how to support your body through it all. From pH balance to hormone shifts, it’s an empowering and informative chat that leaves no question off the table.Follow & Connect:Instagram – @wearethecyclistWebsite – www.wearethecyclist.comHit play and join us for a conversation every woman deserves to hear.
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Infertility Unfiltered: The Emotional Side of Infertility with Psychologist Andy Leggat
What does it really mean to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatment, not just physically, but mentally and relationally?This week, we’re joined by Andy Leggat, a registered Health Psychologist and Fertility Counsellor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Andy has worked extensively with individuals and couples dealing with reproductive health challenges, including infertility, gynaecological pain, cancer, and chronic conditions.We dive deep into the emotional toll of fertility treatment, how to support a partner through the process, and why secondary infertility can come with its own set of complexities. Andy also shares insights on what not to say to a friend going through it, how to hold space for grief and hope at the same time, and what true support looks like.Follow & ConnectInstagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: www.wearethecyclist.comHit play to feel a little more seen, supported, and informed - wherever you are on your journey.
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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