Cycle Wisdom: Women's Health & Fertility

Send us Fan Mail Discover the truth behind common myths about IVF and artificial reproductive technologies (ART). In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores the risks, limitations, and alternatives to IVF, highlighting the benefits of restorative reproductive medicine. Learn how addressing root causes can improve fertility naturally and empower couples to achieve long-term reproductive health. T...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Monica Minjeur as she debunks common myths about natural fertility care and explores how restorative reproductive medicine can address the root causes of infertility. Discover how natural treatments empower women to improve their health and fertility without relying solely on IVF or IUI. Learn how evidence-based, personalized approaches can offer real, lasting solutions....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur dispels five common myths about fertility awareness methods (FAMs). From clearing up misconceptions about the rhythm method to highlighting how FAMs can work for irregular cycles, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights. Learn how modern science makes FAMs highly effective, empowering tools for fertility and health tracking. Tune in...

Send us Fan Mail  ​On today’s episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur and fertility coach and specialist Dr. Erica Bove explore holistic approaches to optimizing natural fertility. From fertility myth-busting, to exploring intentionality without intensity, to discussing the mind-body connection and how coaching can benefit your mindset, you don’t want to miss this discussion! Join this inspiri...

Send us Fan Mail  ​On today’s episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur and fertility coach and specialist Dr. Erica Bove explore holistic approaches to optimizing natural fertility. From cycle tracking with cutting-edge apps to lifestyle adjustments that support long-term health, the doctors share actionable insights to empower women on their fertility journeys. Join this inspiring conversation...

Send us Fan Mail In this holiday-themed episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur shares insights on navigating sensitive conversations about fertility, miscarriages, and family size. She highlights common, often well-meaning comments that can unintentionally hurt others, especially those on unique fertility journeys. Dr. Monica provides empathetic alternatives and strategies for creating suppo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur takes a deep dive into the hidden costs of hormonal birth control. From its impact on mental health, fertility, and overall well-being to how it masks underlying health issues, she shares practical insights and actionable advice. Hear Giselle's inspiring journey of reclaiming her natural cycles and discover empowering alter...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur explores the connections between menstrual health and mental health. Learn how hormonal shifts during your cycle can influence mood, anxiety, and energy levels. Through real-life patient stories and science-backed insights, Dr. Minjeur discusses PMS, PMDD, and post-ovulation mood dips, and provides actionable strategies for mana...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Monica as she interviews Lysne Tait, co-founder of Helping Women Period , a nonprofit tackling period poverty since 2015. Lysne shares how the organization has distributed over 4 million menstrual products, educated communities, and advocated for menstrual equity. Discover how period poverty affects 1 in 4 people, why access to menstrual products is vital, and how you can...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur delves into the unique benefits of a cash-based, direct specialty care model. She shares the heartfelt story of Carol, a patient who found clarity and hope after years of frustration within the traditional insurance-driven healthcare system. Dr. Minjeur highlights how bypassing insurance allows for individualized, transparent, a...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Monica Minjeur as she discusses setting realistic timelines for pregnancy when facing fertility challenges. Hear the story of Amanda, who navigated unexplained infertility, multiple failed IVF attempts, and the importance of identifying root causes through cycle charting and medical evaluation. Dr. Minjeur highlights a step-by-step approach to improve health and promote f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur discusses the essentials of menstrual cycle charting, explaining how tracking specific biomarkers—like cervical mucus, basal body temperature shifts, and hormone metabolite patterns—can reveal insights into ovulation timing, hormonal balance, fertility evaluation and overall health. We discuss how charting these daily biomarkers can aid in targe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives into the essential steps for stopping birth control, whether you're dealing with side effects or trying to get pregnant. Learn about restoring nutrient levels, managing potential cycle irregularities, and the benefits of tracking your cycles. Dr. Minjeur shares insights from a real patient case, offering practical advice to help women...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of my visit with Victoria Peck-Gray, a functional medicine dietitian and founder of Wonderfully Made Nutrition. Victoria shares her insights on overcoming resistant weight loss, balancing hormones, and restoring gut health through a functional medicine approach. With a focus on personalized nutrition, advanced lab testing, and targeted supplementation, she explains how nour...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I visit with Victoria Peck-Gray, a functional medicine dietitian and founder of Wonderfully Made Nutrition. Victoria shares her insights on overcoming resistant weight loss, balancing hormones, and restoring gut health through a functional medicine approach. With a focus on personalized nutrition, advanced lab testing, and targeted supplementation, she explains ho...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM) can address underlying health issues impacting fertility, offering a more natural and holistic approach to conception. Through a real-life case study, we highlight how RRM identifies root causes and provides personalized care that not only promotes natural fertility but also improves overall h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom , Dr. Monica Minjeur discusses proactive approaches to reduce miscarriage risk, especially for women who have experienced recurrent pregnancy loss. As October marks National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month, Dr. Minjeur offers support, evaluation techniques, and treatments that help improve fertility outcomes. Learn about hormone imbalances, genetic...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur continues the PCOS series, focusing on fertility and pregnancy. We discuss the often overlooked root causes of PCOS and explain how addressing these issues can improve the chances of natural conception. Through Ava's journey, you'll hear how holistic care, lifestyle changes, and hormone balancing can lead to successful, healthy pregnan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores treatment options for PCOS, depending on your health and fertility goals. She shares a real-life patient story, explaining how personalized care goes beyond standard treatments that are often recommended like oral contraceptives or a one-size-fits-all approach. From lifestyle changes to bioidentical hormones and ovulation stimulators, t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives deep into the complexities of diagnosing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). September is National PCOS Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to discuss common diagnostic pitfalls, including the over-reliance on ultrasound and the importance of understanding subtypes. Tune in to learn about proper diagnosis, the Rotterdam criteria, a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur kicks off a series on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in honor of National PCOS Awareness Month. Learn about the common symptoms, risk factors, and health concerns associated with PCOS, including irregular periods, weight gain, and infertility. Dr. Minjeur shares insights on why proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial, beyond just prescribing bir...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur discusses the challenges and joys of breastfeeding as we celebrate August as National Breastfeeding Month. Whether you're feeding your newborn, infant, or toddler, breastfeeding offers unique health benefits for both mom and baby. Dr. Minjeur shares practical tips to boost your milk supply, ensure a proper latch, and find valuable support....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the critical role sleep plays in menstrual cycles and reproductive health. Dr. Monica Minjeur shares practical tips for improving sleep hygiene, discusses the impact of melatonin disruption, and highlights the risks of sleep apnea, particularly for those with PCOS. Through a client story, we illustrate how better sleep can lead to improved fertility and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur discusses the growing trend of egg freezing, particularly for women facing social pressure or fear-based decisions. She unpacks the procedure, its potential downsides and questions the over-reliance on lab values like AMH as indicators of fertility. Dr. Minjeur also highlights how Restorative Reproductive Medicine offers holistic...

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Monica Minjeur on Cycle Wisdom as she delves into low progesterone levels. Learn the causes, natural remedies, and when prescription-strength progesterone is necessary. Hear Joanne's inspiring story of overcoming recurrent miscarriages with charting and targeted progesterone treatment. Dr. Minjeur also covers key lifestyle changes to boost progesterone and debunks co...