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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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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. ...
Endometriosis care is too often reduced to “birth control or hysterectomy”—but women deserve better. In this second part of our endometriosis deep dive, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores treatment strategies that go beyond symptom suppression. We’ll talk about how bioidentical hormones, anti-inflammatory support, and cycle-informed care can help while you await surgery, and most importantly—how to find a true expert surgeon for excision so you don’t end up needing multiple repeat procedures. You’ll...
Endometriosis is more than just painful periods—it’s a chronic condition that can impact fertility, digestion, bladder health, and your overall quality of life. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks why diagnosis is so often delayed, why ultrasounds and even MRIs may miss it, and when to seek surgical expertise. Through Lena’s story, you’ll see how restorative reproductive medicine provides a more comprehensive, cycle-informed approach to uncovering endometriosis and gui...
Insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalances can quietly disrupt ovulation, cause irregular cycles, worsen acne, and make fertility harder to achieve. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares Becky’s journey to natural conception after uncovering hidden insulin issues. Learn how restorative medicine testing finds problems missed by standard labs, the differences between Myo-Inositol and Metformin, and practical nutrition strategies to balance blood sugar, improve hormones, ...
Perimenopause can bring heavy cycles, mood swings, weight gain, and brain fog — but it’s not “just part of getting older.” In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks what’s really happening with your hormones during this transition and why estrogen dominance plays such a big role. You’ll hear Stella’s story and learn how a restorative reproductive medicine approach can help you feel stable, supported, and empowered in this next chapter. ✨ Book your free discovery call at radiantclinic.com
You’ve been told it’s just stress, or maybe a hormonal imbalance. But what if the real reason behind your heavy bleeding, bloating, or infertility is a fibroid—and no one’s taken it seriously? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks how uterine fibroids can disrupt cycles, impact fertility, and go undiagnosed for far too long. Learn why fibroid location matters more than size, what types affect fertility most, and how a Restorative Reproductive Medicine approach can offer ...
Are you tired of being told to "just manage stress" while your sleep, cycles, and fertility feel out of control? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur is joined by Justin Hai, author of the upcoming book STRESS Nation, who unpacks how our tech-driven lives are disrupting cortisol—the master hormone—and what that means for women’s health. We talk about the overlooked ways cortisol imbalances are caused by poor sleep and our constantly digital world of 24/7 technology. We discuss how to truly res...
Is your exercise routine supporting your menstrual cycles & hormones—or sabotaging it? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores the hidden ways overtraining or undertraining can disrupt ovulation, cortisol balance, and overall hormone health. You’ll learn how to tailor movement to your cycle, why strength training may be a game-changer for PCOS, and how to reclaim energy and fertility with a balanced approach. 👉 Ready to create a personalized fitness and hormone strate...
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the online fertility testing kits and hormone panels that promise fast answers—but leave you more confused than before? You're not alone. Today on Cycle Wisdom, I want to protect you from wasting time, money, and energy on fertility testing that won’t actually help you get pregnant. We’ll break down how to evaluate these online services, how to know if the right diagnosis is being pursued, and how to tell whether your treatment plan is actually working. You'...
Have you ever wondered why we order mid-cycle follicle ultrasounds when you're trying to conceive? This episode unpacks exactly how these ultrasounds improve fertility care by: ✅ Tracking if you ovulate—and how well ✅ Adjusting your medication in real time ✅ Detecting issues like unruptured follicles ✅ Assessing uterine lining for implantation readiness Dr. Minjeur shares Brittany’s story of moving from “just take the meds” advice to a truly personalized approach—highlighting how careful ultr...
It’s our 100th episode—and today, we're celebrating by sharing 100 ways Radiant Clinic and Restorative Reproductive Medicine is transforming women's healthcare. From cycle science to root-cause diagnoses, patient-centered values, fertility support, and whole-person care, this special episode is packed with insights, patient quotes, and practical reasons why RRM offers real hope and real results. If you're tired of quick fixes and want true answers for painful periods, infertility, perimenopau...
What does a typical day look like at Radiant Clinic, where we treat our patients with Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM)? It’s not just about fertility — we also care for teens with painful periods, women navigating PCOS or endometriosis, couples trying to conceive, those dealing with pregnancy loss, and even women in perimenopause. In this episode, Dr. Minjeur walks you through a day in her RRM practice, sharing real-life examples of how real women’s health care is done differently. If ...
Can Better Sleep Help You Get Pregnant or Fix Your Hormones? You’re tracking ovulation, eating right, maybe even taking medications—but could poor sleep be holding you back? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down the powerful connection between sleep and fertility. From shift work and insomnia to hormone disruption and cycle irregularity, you’ll learn why sleep is more than self-care—it’s reproductive care. Featuring Heather’s story, a night-shift nurse who conceived naturally after...
What if your bloating, bowels, or other stomach symptoms were more than just a nuisance—and were actually holding you back from getting pregnant or having regular cycles? On this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how gut health can silently sabotage fertility and reproductive hormones. From the gut-immune-hormone axis to the estrobolome, we break down what the science actually says about GI symptoms, inflammation, and their link to conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and e...
Is seed cycling just another internet trend—or could it actually help balance your hormones? In this episode, Dr. Monica explores the real science (and limitations) behind seed cycling, a food-based strategy often promoted for hormone support and fertility. You’ll hear the story of Tasha, a mom of two who used seed cycling as one tool in her restorative care plan, and how it helped her feel more in control of her cycle, energy, and emotions. We’ll cover: What seed cycling actually is and how ...
You’ve likely heard the term “restorative reproductive medicine,” especially if you’ve been following our podcast or searching for real answers to your menstrual or fertility challenges. But what does “restorative” really mean—and how do you know if the care you're receiving actually qualifies? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur walks you through the 5 core principles of truly restorative care—starting with Ebony’s powerful story of transformation after years of painful periods, short cycles...
What if the pill you were given to help you ovulate wasn’t actually helping—or even making things worse—and no one was checking? In today’s episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur reveals the often-overlooked truth about ovulation stimulation with medications like Clomid and Letrozole. You’ll hear Hope’s story—a 29-year-old nurse frustrated by impersonal care and harsh side effects—and how a personalized, restorative approach helped her conceive naturally. Dr. Minjeur explains how convent...
Welcome back to Cycle Wisdom with Dr. Monica Minjeur. In this episode, we’re diving deep into a diagnosis that can feel like a door slamming shut—Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), sometimes called early menopause. If you’ve ever been told your AMH is undetectable or your only option is donor eggs, this episode is for you. We begin with Olivia’s powerful story—misdiagnosed, dismissed, and then restored through the compassionate care of Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM). Her journey fr...
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