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Welcome to Cycle Wisdom: Women's Health & Fertility, where we empower women to achieve natural menstrual cycles to improve health and promote fertility. This enlightening podcast is hosted by Dr. Monica Minjeur, the physician-founder of Radiant Clinic, who specializes in Restorative Reproductive Medicine. She shares her expertise and passion for helping to find root cause solutions for menstrual cycle irregularities, educating on the importance of lifestyle modifications for improved health, treatment for recurrent miscarriages, and natural solutions for fertility troubles. Tune in for valuable insights, expert advice, and a deeper understanding of your body's natural menstrual cycles.
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Late ovulation isn’t random—it’s often your body’s way of saying conditions aren’t quite right yet. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explains why ovulation may consistently happen later, how stress, sleep, metabolism, thyroid health, and insulin resistance affect follicle development, and how to tell a temporary delay from a pattern that needs attention. Through Frida’s story, you’ll learn cycle-timed testing strategies and restorative steps that help bring ovulation back i...
A super light 1–2 day period can feel like a win—but sometimes it’s your body’s way of saying your uterine lining isn’t getting the estrogen and progesterone support it needs. In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explains what light flow can mean, how endometrial thickness and pattern reflect hormone health, and when it’s time to check cycle-timed labs and an ultrasound—especially if you’re trying to conceive. You’ll hear Nina’s story: an endurance runner in graduate school with a suddenly lig...
That brown or pink spotting before your period might be “no big deal”… or it might be a helpful clue. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explains how to tell the difference between harmless, occasional spotting and patterns that point to luteal phase deficiency, ovulation quality issues, or a uterine environment concern like chronic endometritis, plus how thyroid and insulin resistance can quietly contribute. You’ll hear Chloe’s story—how cycle charting revealed spotting star...
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and this episode is your clear, evidence-based guide to screening—without fear or confusion. Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down what cervical cancer screening does (and doesn’t) test, when to start, how often to screen, and what’s changed with newer options like HPV-based testing and emerging self-collection pathways. You’ll also learn how abnormal results are usually manageable, why screening protects fertility by preventing more invasive treatments la...
As 2025 comes to a close, what if your most powerful health habit for the new year isn’t doing more—but learning to slow down? In this reflective episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how calm, sleep, nervous system regulation, and simplified care can dramatically improve cycle health, mental health, and fertility outcomes. Through a patient story and themes seen across hundreds of women this year, you’ll learn why less intensity often leads to better ovulation, stronger luteal...
What if one overlooked protein quietly shaped your hormones, cycles, and metabolic health? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica breaks down Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)—what it is, why it matters for both women and men, and how low levels can drive acne, irregular cycles, ovulation issues, insulin resistance, and hormone imbalance. You’ll learn how SHBG affects free testosterone and estrogen, when to test it, and how a restorative approach can improve it by treating root causes ...
How much does your morning coffee or weekend wine matter when trying to conceive? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks the science behind caffeine and alcohol—and how both can impact ovulation quality, luteal phase strength, miscarriage risk, and sperm health. You’ll learn evidence-based limits for men and women, how timing matters just as much as quantity, and how to make changes without fear or perfectionism. This restorative approach helps protect hormones, improve s...
What if the most loving thing you could say to someone struggling with infertility wasn’t advice—but presence? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares what truly helps and what unintentionally hurts when supporting a loved one through infertility or loss. You’ll learn what to say, what to avoid, how to set healthy boundaries, and how to gently offer restorative reproductive medical care when someone is ready for answers. To learn more about personalized, restorative ...
Periods today look very different than they did decades ago—and the young women in our lives deserve better support than “tough it out.” In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down what every Grandma, Mimi, Nana, or Grammy should know about modern menstrual health. From what’s truly normal, to red flags you shouldn’t ignore, to updated period products and supportive language, this episode will help you show up with confidence and compassion. If you want support for the teen or young woman...
What if surgery to remove your uterus solves one problem—but leaves you with a dozen new questions? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down what happens to your hormones after a hysterectomy, whether your ovaries were kept or removed. Learn how to recognize symptoms of hormone imbalance, what lab testing still matters, and how restorative medicine offers a clear plan for sleep, libido, mood, and long-term health. Take the next step toward restoring balance—schedule your free discovery...
What if your period didn’t mean constant bathroom trips, backup pads, or worrying about leaks? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores menstrual cups and menstrual discs—their benefits, differences, and how to find the right fit for your body. You’ll learn what makes medical-grade silicone safer for your vaginal microbiome, how to troubleshoot leaks, and why these products can help you feel clean, confident, and in control. If heavy cycles, irritation, or frustration with traditional pro...
What if the first thing you were offered for infertility wasn’t a diagnosis, but a $20,000 procedure? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks the growing trend of couples being fast-tracked to IVF before a true evaluation of their health. Learn what’s often missed—hormone timing, male factor issues, inflammation, thyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance—and how a restorative reproductive medicine approach gets to the why before jumping to high-cost treatments. Learn more or schedule your f...
What if the hardest part of trying to conceive isn’t the lab work—but what it does to your relationship? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how timed intercourse can shift from connection to pressure and what couples can do to reclaim intimacy. You’ll hear Hannah and Ben’s story, plus practical ways to protect emotional closeness, ease fertility stress, and reframe the journey with compassion and clarity. Learn how restorative fertility care supports both your hormones and...
Illness can throw off your hormones—and it’s not “just stress.” In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explains how acute infections and Long COVID can delay ovulation, shorten the luteal phase, trigger heavier or brown bleeding, and decrease your energy. You’ll learn what typically self-corrects within a couple of cycles, when 3+ irregular cycles signal deeper hormone or immune issues, and the exact steps of a restorative, cycle-informed workup (charting, timed progesterone/estradiol, thyroid, ...
What if the most important step after pregnancy loss isn’t “try again,” but being truly seen and given a thoughtful plan? In this special episode for Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares how restorative reproductive medicine supports women with cycle-informed evaluation, timed hormone labs, thyroid and insulin testing, male factor assessment, and screening for chronic endometritis—often missed in standard care. With compassion and clarity, discover how to bui...
What if the medication helping your blood sugar and weight was quietly disrupting your menstrual cycle—or even your fertility? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how GLP-1 agonists (like semaglutide and tirzepatide) intersect with hormones, ovulation, and conception. Learn why some women see improved cycles, while others experience irregular periods, missed ovulation, or fertility delays. Dr. Minjeur breaks down how to navigate these medications safely, plan your was...
Could persistent brown bleeding or unexplained fertility struggles be more than “just old blood”? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur uncovers the often-missed condition of chronic endometritis—a quiet, low-grade inflammation of the uterine lining that standard fertility workups frequently overlook. You’ll learn how to recognize key signs, why microbiome balance matters, and what diagnostic tools and treatments can restore uterine health, improve implantation, and boost fertil...
Irregular periods aren’t random—they’re your body’s way of signaling that something deeper may be going on. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks the most common causes of irregular cycles, from PCOS and thyroid dysfunction to stress, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and more. Through Nora’s story, you’ll see how cycle charting plus timed labs uncover hidden issues that “normal” tests often miss. Discover how identifying the real cause of cycle changes can restore balance, impro...
During this month, of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness, we discuss one of the most common yet misunderstood conditions women face. Too often, the diagnosis is handed out—or dismissed—based on a single untimed lab or quick ultrasound. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives into the real signs of PCOS, why proper timing and context matter, and how a restorative approach leads to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. You’ll also hear Maya’s story of findi...
What if being told “your labs are normal” didn’t mean normal at all—but incomplete? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks why conventional testing often misses the root causes of infertility, irregular cycles, and miscarriage. You’ll learn how cycle-informed, time-specific testing reveals the bigger picture and how a restorative approach uncovers answers others often miss. Imagine if your labs gave you clarity of the whole picture, rather than just unanswered questions. ...
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