Cycle Wisdom: Women's Health & Fertility

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 re...

Send us Fan Mail 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 thro...

Send us Fan Mail 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 th...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 helpe...

Send us Fan Mail 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 tru...

Send us Fan Mail 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 e...

Send us Fan Mail 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, di...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like your symptoms were dismissed or your fertility struggles minimized? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares what Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM) really is—and why it’s the missing piece for so many women facing cycle issues, hormone imbalances, and infertility. Through Patricia’s story, you'll hear how RRM transformed her journey from frustr...

Send us Fan Mail What if your menstrual cycle held the answers to your hormone health, fertility, and stress—all in one place? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how fertility awareness methods (FAM) give women powerful insight into their health, far beyond trying to conceive. You'll hear Lila’s story of coming off birth control, struggling with irregular cycles, an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives deep into why ovulation is far more than just a fertility tool—it's a powerful monthly indicator of your overall health. You'll hear Gloria’s inspiring story of how restoring her ovulation transformed her energy, mood, and ultimately helped her conceive naturally after years of irregular cycles. Dr. Minjeur explains: How ovulatio...

Send us Fan Mail This week, in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week , I’m sharing something deeply personal— my own infertility story . Infertility doesn’t care how carefully you’ve planned, how many degrees you’ve earned, or how responsible you’ve been. It shows up quietly, painfully, and often without answers. For years, I walked through unexplained infertility—while working in medicine,...

Send us Fan Mail I f you’ve ever been told that birth control is your only option for endometriosis, PMS, or unexplained infertility—you’re not alone. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur explores an unexpected yet powerful tool in restorative reproductive medicine: Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN). LDN was originally developed for opioid addiction, but at much lower doses, it’s gaining t...

Send us Fan Mail You’re not lazy. You’re not crazy. And it’s not just stress. If you’re exhausted, your periods have gone haywire, and your labs come back “normal,” you might be dealing with something deeper—adrenal fatigue. In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares Rachel’s story of burnout and recovery, exploring how chronic stress and cortisol imbalance can wreak havoc on your hormones. There...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your period disappears, and you're not pregnant or in menopause? Many women don’t realize that a missing cycle is a critical health signal, not just an inconvenience. In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) — a condition where stress, intense exercise, and inadequate nutrition cause the brain to halt ovulation. You'll he...

Send us Fan Mail When couples struggle with infertility, male factors are often overlooked—yet they play a role in nearly half of all cases. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur dives into the crucial role of male fertility, why basic semen analysis isn’t enough, and how targeted lifestyle changes can restore sperm health. Learn how one couple avoided IVF by addressing the root cau...

Send us Fan Mail Is fertility doomed after age 35? In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down the science behind age and fertility, separating fact from fiction. Learn real statistics, key strategies to optimize fertility naturally, and why age isn’t the only factor that matters. Dr. Minjeur shares an inspiring success story, explores the role of egg and sperm health, and discusses how restor...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with PMS or PMDD? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to suffer through it. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down the differences between PMS and PMDD, explores the root causes, and shares real solutions to restore hormone balance naturally. Through the story of Nisha, a patient who transformed her health with targeted treatments, cycle tracki...

Send us Fan Mail  Struggling to get pregnant and feeling like IUI or IVF is your only option? In this episode, Dr. Monica breaks down Radiant Clinic’s Fertility Package, a root-cause approach that has helped couples conceive naturally—without unnecessary medications or procedures. Learn how hormone monitoring, cycle tracking, and personalized care can optimize fertility and lead to higher live bir...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives into the critical role of progesterone and estradiol in pregnancy and miscarriage prevention. She shares Sarah’s journey—after two heartbreaking losses, hormone monitoring and bioidentical supplementation helped her carry a healthy baby to term. Dr. Minjeur explains how proactive hormone testing, personalized care, and holi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur wraps up her myth-busting series by tackling five common misconceptions about hormonal health, irregular cycles, and fertility. Are irregular periods really “normal”? Is birth control the only solution for hormone issues? Dr. Minjeur debunks these myths and explores how restorative reproductive medicine offers natural, effective...

Send us Fan Mail Think fertility awareness methods are only for the ultra-religious or outdated for modern life? Think again! In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur debunks five common myths about restorative reproductive medicine. Learn how these science-backed, modern, and accessible methods empower women to manage their health, fertility, and address root causes of reproductive is...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur breaks down five common myths about hormonal birth control and menstrual cycle health. Learn why birth control isn't a one-size-fits-all solution, the hidden risks it carries, and how it can impact future fertility. Discover natural, effective alternatives that address the root causes of cycle irregularities. Empower yourse...