In this solo episode, I’m breaking down what menstrual cycle awareness actually is—and why it’s not just about tracking your period. We’re talking about the four inner seasons, how they shape your energy, emotions, and productivity, and why syncing your life with your cycle isn’t “woo”—it’s just wise. Think: less burnout, more flow. Less guilt, more grace. Less pushing, more power. Whether you’re brand new to this or ready to deepen your practice, this episode is a bold invitation to stop fighting your biology and start leading from it.

• Why the world wasn’t built for cyclical beings—and how to reclaim your rhythm
• The four inner seasons of your menstrual cycle and what they really mean
• How to use cycle awareness as a roadmap for business, creativity, and emotional clarity
• The game-changing difference between “tracking” and living your cycle
• Cheeky analogies (as always) to make it all click

✨ Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle — a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:

📲 Come hang with me on Instagram:

@thecyclecodes

Disclaimer:

The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awareness—not as a licensed medical practitioner.

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I’m so honoured to share this conversation with Dr. Lara Owen, author of Her Blood Is Gold and a true pioneer in the menstrual space. Lara has spent decades researching, writing, and teaching about the menstrual cycle, and in this episode, she brings a beautiful depth of insight and grounded wisdom to the table.

From her early cycle tracking days to her current academic work bridging spiritual and scientific understandings of menstruation, Lara’s perspective is both expansive and practical—and I can’t wait for you to hear it.

We cover:

• How Traditional Chinese Medicine and Native American teachings shaped her early work
• The power of meditation during menstruation
• What we actually know (and don’t know) about heavy menstrual bleeding
• The relationship between trauma and the menstrual cycle
• PMDD and the complexities of how it's defined and treated
• Why perimenopause and menopause are being misunderstood—and what “Second Spring” really means
• How alcohol impacts hormonal health and why sobriety is a game-changer
• The harm of fear-based narratives and misinformation on social media

Lara also shares more about her international Master's-level course in contemporary menstrual studies, her upcoming retreat on trauma and the menstrual cycle, and her vision for more integrated, respectful, and informed conversations around menstruation and menopause.

DR LARA OWEN:

Website: laraowen.com

Instagram: @drlaraowen

Book: Her Blood is Gold

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✨ Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle — a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:

📲 Come hang with me on Instagram:

@thecyclecodes

Disclaimer:

The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awareness—not as a licensed medical practitioner.

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In this raw and unscripted first episode of The Cycle Codes, I’m pulling back the curtain on why this podcast has evolved from The PMDD Podcast — and what this shift means for you.

If you’ve been a longtime listener, thank you for still being here. And if you’re brand new — welcome! This space is for you.

In this solo episode, I share:

• Why The PMDD Podcast had to evolve
• The mission, vision, and fire behind The Cycle Codes
• What “cycle codes” actually means — and how decoding yours changes everything
• Why I’m calling BS on what we’ve been told about painful periods and PMDD
• A little ramble, a lot of heart, and my first unscripted solo moment (eep!)

This podcast is for the women navigating PMDD, painful periods, perimenopause, postpartum, burnout, and everything in between — and who are ready to stop second-guessing themselves and start living in rhythm with their bodies.

✨ Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle — a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:

📲 Come hang with me on Instagram:

@thecyclecodes

Disclaimer:

The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awareness—not as a licensed medical practitioner.

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🎙️ Trailer – The Cycle Codes

Welcome to The Cycle Codes — the podcast making menstrual magic mainstream.

I’m your host, Adriana Tantau. In this quick trailer, I’m sharing what this show is all about and why it’s time we stop battling our bodies and start syncing with them.

To celebrate the new podcast, I am giving away a FREE 1:1 session. Stop second guessing and start living in flow with your cycle. To enter, download the Cycle Clarity Guide + Cheat Sheet by July 31st!

Hit play, subscribe, and let’s make menstrual magic mainstream.

✨ Download your free Cycle Clarity Bundle — a practical fridge-friendly guide to help you align your life with your cycle:

📲 Come hang with me on Instagram:

@thecyclecodes

Disclaimer:

The content shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns you may have about your cycle, hormones, or health. I speak from lived experience and training in menstrual cycle awareness—not as a licensed medical practitioner.

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Ever wish you could hand your partner a guidebook to help them get PMDD? Well... Aaron did exactly that. He’s the author of Hope - A Guide to PMDD for Partners & Caregivers and today he’s sharing his story of learning, stumbling, growing — and ultimately becoming a powerful support for his wife through her PMDD journey. We talk about what partners really need to know, how to navigate the harder days with more compassion (and less panic), and why hope is absolutely worth holding onto. Whether you have PMDD or love someone who does, this conversation is full of real talk, honest moments, and a lot of heart.

If this episode hits home, be sure to share it with someone who needs a little extra hope today. Share with your partners and loved ones!

Hope - A Guide to PMDD Partners & Caregivers

Research Paper: Examining the impact of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) on life and relationship quality: An online cross-sectional survey study

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Ever wish you could just highlight the mental clutter, hit backspace, and start fresh? You're in for a treat. Today I'm joined by the incredible Lucia Petrusova, a Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) therapist who's all about helping women break free from the subconscious beliefs keeping them stuck.

We chat about:

• What RTT actually is (and why it works so fast)
• How childhood patterns sneak into our adult lives
• Real-life shifts Lucia’s clients have experienced
• How to start tuning into your inner truth and healing at the root

Lucia brings a grounded, gentle approach to deep transformation — and if you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or like you’re repeating the same loop over and over... this one’s for you.

How to find Lucia:

https://www.luciapetrusova.com/

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.

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This is an episode not to be missed! Permission slip for 11am baths... yes please!

I’m joined by Lisa de Jong — trauma-informed menstrual cycle coach and founder of the Menstrual Cycle Awareness Academy. We dive deep into the wisdom of the menstrual cycle, the connection between PMDD and unresolved trauma, and how somatic work can support us in becoming symptom-free, naturally.

Lisa shares her personal journey, the importance of nervous system regulation, and how we can begin to see our cycle as a teacher rather than a burden.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, overwhelmed by your symptoms, or curious about a more empowered way to live cyclically — this conversation is for you.

Connect with Lisa: @lisadejongcoaching and @menstrual_coach_academy

Work With Lisa: Lisa De Jong

Website: Menstrual Coach Academy

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.

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In this powerful episode, Adriana sits down with Dr. Victoria Schöffel, founder of Belle Health, a groundbreaking digital therapeutics platform redefining how we approach hormonal conditions like PMDD, endometriosis, ADHD, and menopause. From her personal journey navigating the gender health gap to developing the world’s first wearable for women’s hormonal health—the Belle Ring—Victoria shares how evidence-based tech, CBT, and cutting-edge research are transforming care.

Explore the future of hormonal health and digital healing with Belle Health:

🔗 Belle Health Website

🔗 Instagram

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.

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In this episode of The PMDD Podcast, I sit down with Kasi Reid, founder of Flo and Thrive, a menstrual cycle mentor, PMDD thriver, and fellow Menstrual Cycle Academy student. Kasi shares her personal journey with PMDD and how it led her to empower women to embrace their cyclical nature unapologetically. Kasi also introduces her signature program, The FLO Method, a 4-week coaching experience designed to help women move from burnout and frustration to clarity, confidence, and cyclical flow. Join us as we explore strategies for balancing work, self-care, and personal goals in harmony with the body's natural rhythms.

Connect with Kasi:

Instagram: @floandthrive​Instagram

Website: Flo and Thrive

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The FLO Method Program: The FLO Method​

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.

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In this episode I sit down with Heather Hendrie, Canadian author of Awfully Hilarious, to dive into the raw, real, and often ridiculous truths of womanhood. We explore the impact of the patriarchy, the complexities of relationships, the healing power of nature, and, of course, her book—where humour meets the menstrual cycle.

Get ready for an insightful and entertaining conversation that will leave you feeling seen, heard, and maybe even laughing through the chaos.

Do you have an untold story about pleasure, intimacy, sex and/or sexuality that you would like to share? The next book in the series is looking for you input! Check out this link for further details: https://awfullyhilarious.com/submissions/

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Heather Hendrie

Awfully Hilarious

True Nature Therapy Practice

Books:

Awfully Hilarious: Period Pieces

Awfully Hilarious: Stories We Never Tell

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a medical practitioner, and this podcast does not replace professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.

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