My Second Miscarriage and Everything It Taught me with Jess Quinn
This week, it’s just me, Jess, sharing my miscarriage story, both past and present.I open up about the heartbreak, the silence, and the lessons I’ve learnt along the way. It’s raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal, but it’s a conversation that so many of us need to hear. My hope is that this episode helps someone feel less alone in their own journey, or helps others better understand what miscarriage can be like behind the statistics.Follow & ConnectInstagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comHit play and join me as I share my story.
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The Birth Episode Every Woman Should Hear with Dr Morgan Edwards
This week on the podcast we’re talking all things birth with Dr Morgan Edwards, an Obstetric Anaesthetist specialising in pain management, epidurals, and anaesthesia during labour and delivery. From C-sections to epidurals, and the importance of self-advocacy, Dr Morgan shares her expert insights, practical advice, and the realities that often get left out of the conversation.We unpack what really happens in the delivery room, how to navigate your options, and the small but powerful steps you can take to feel confident, prepared, and in control during birth. Whether you’re planning, pregnant, or reflecting on a past birth, this episode is full of empowering takeaways and myth-busting truths.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comAs mentioned in the episode, here is a link to Dr Morgans resource Your Labour Your WayHit play to feel informed, equipped, and ready to advocate for yourself.
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The Truth About Perimenopause Every Woman Should Know with Dr Nicky Keay
Hot flushes, low mood, brain fog, weight changes, insomnia... sound familiar? You might be in perimenopause, even if no one’s told you so.This week on The Cyclist, we’re joined by hormone expert and medical researcher Dr Nicky Keay to break down what perimenopause and menopause actually are, when they can start, and what signs to look out for. We cover the most common (and commonly missed) symptoms, how to know if you're in it, and the role of hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone during this transition.We also dive into RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) and how undereating, stress, and overtraining can impact your hormones at any age, especially during midlife.This is the hormone education we should have received sooner, and a must-listen for anyone wondering if what they’re experiencing is “just stress” or something more.Follow & Connect& connect with us below: @wearethecyclist wearethecyclist.comHit play and let’s learn to cycle better together.
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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.
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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