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This week on The Cyclist mini-series Infertility Unfiltered, we’re joined by Jennifer Edmonds, a woman who defied the odds and found her way to motherhood, twice.

After being told she was in early menopause, Jennifer went on to have her first born through IVF, then later conceived her second child naturally following a long road of secondary infertility.

In this episode, she shares her raw, real, and deeply hopeful journey, from heartbreak to healing, and what it’s like to hold on to hope when the path isn’t linear. Jennifer’s honesty and resilience offer powerful insight for anyone navigating their own fertility challenges.

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What’s really going on with your vagina, your cycle, and your hormones?

This week on The Cyclist podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Olivia Smart - a Christchurch-based gynaecologist with a warm, no-nonsense approach to women’s health.

In this episode, we dive deep into the menstrual cycle, vaginal health, and the often-misunderstood vaginal microbiome. Dr. Smart also helps us unpack what’s actually happening during perimenopause and menopause - and how to support your body through it all. From pH balance to hormone shifts, it’s an empowering and informative chat that leaves no question off the table.

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What does it really mean to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatment, not just physically, but mentally and relationally?

This week, we’re joined by Andy Leggat, a registered Health Psychologist and Fertility Counsellor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Andy has worked extensively with individuals and couples dealing with reproductive health challenges, including infertility, gynaecological pain, cancer, and chronic conditions.

We dive deep into the emotional toll of fertility treatment, how to support a partner through the process, and why secondary infertility can come with its own set of complexities. Andy also shares insights on what not to say to a friend going through it, how to hold space for grief and hope at the same time, and what true support looks like.

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Endometriosis, stage performances, and yellow skivvies - this week we’re joined by Emma Watkins, the original Yellow Wiggle, to talk about living with endo in the spotlight.

Emma opens up about her stage 4 endometriosis diagnosis, what it was like managing debilitating pain while touring the world with The Wiggles, and why she pushed through for so long, even when her body was screaming at her to stop. From pausing shows mid-performance to finding strength in slowing down, this is a story of resilience, reality, and reclaiming health on your own terms.

Whether you're navigating your own endo journey or just want to hear what it really looks like behind the curtain, Emma’s story will stay with you.

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This week on Infertility Unfiltered (a mini series by The Cyclist), we’re joined by Jessica Giljam-Brown, a nutritionist and medical herbalist, known for her work at Wellness by Jessica. Jess shares both her personal and professional insight into infertility, a journey she knows intimately and one she now supports others through with evidence-based, holistic care.

We speak with Jess about the emotional toll of infertility, how natural medicine can play a role in the process, and what she wishes more people knew when seeking support. She opens up about her own path to pregnancy, as well as practical nutrition and supplement tips for those trying to conceive.

Please note: Jess is currently pregnant, so if this may be triggering for you, please take care and feel free to skip this episode.

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This week, we’re sharing our personal journey into natural medicine, the real, raw, and surprising moments that led us to where we are today.

Kat opens up about growing up in a medical family and how chronic UTIs became the turning point that led her to naturopathy. Jess shares how natural medicine became a powerful support during her cancer treatment and why it’s now an essential part of her holistic health routine.

We talk about what naturopathy actually is, how we integrate it into our everyday lives, and how it’s shaped the way we think about our bodies, symptoms, and healing.

We love these solo episodes, we yap about womens health all day long so it's nice to sit down and record it.

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This week, we’re kicking off our four-part mini-series for Infertility Awareness Month: Infertility Unfiltered.

We’re joined by gynaecologist and fertility specialist Dr. Lizzie Glanville to open the conversation with expert insights, compassion, and clarity.

We unpack how to navigate infertility in both the public and private system, when to seek help, and what intervention options actually look like.

Dr. Lizzie also breaks down common myths around fertility, sheds light on secondary infertility, and shares how to advocate for yourself when you feel unheard. Plus, we answer some of the community questions that came through.

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This week we’re diving into the emotional and physicaldrivers behind women’s health.
We’re joined by nutritional biochemist, bestselling author, and women’s health expert Dr Libby (⁠@drlibby⁠)to talk about stress, hormones, and iron, and how it’s allconnected.
We unpack the impact of chronic stress, the role emotions play in hormone health, and why so many women are unknowingly iron deficient. Dr Libby also shares insights from her latest book Fix Iron First and her new supplement Iconic Iron, designed specifically with women in mind.

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This week we're diving into your plate & your cycle.

We're joined by dietician Sara Widdowson from Your Monthly (@yourmonthly) to talk all things cycle syncing, hormones and how food can support your cycle as a whole.

We unpack how to build a blood-sugar friendly plate, how to eat to support your hormones, and what you really need to know about managing PCOS, endometriosis, or irregular cycle.

We have also created the first ever The Cyclist downloadable in collaboration with Sara. You can download it here

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In this open, honest, and deeply powerful episode, we’re joined by the incredible Sharyn Casey (@sharyncasey) for a conversation that pulls back the curtain on motherhood, fertility, and mental health.

Sharyn shares her journey through infertility and the emotional rollercoaster that came with it, including her diagnosis of a septate in her uterus and the life-changing care she received from her gynaecologist.

She opens up about the premature birth of her son, the unexpected realities of new motherhood, and her experience with anxiety and depression, all while showing up on radio and TV with the warmth and humour we know her for. With grace, grit, and her signature realness, Sharyn reminds us that behind every woman is often a story we haven’t heard, one of strength, struggle, and healing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating their own fertility or mental health journey, or simply needing a reminder that you’re not alone.

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