Understanding Your Cycle, Fertility & Acupuncture: What Schools Never Taught Us!
Females Thriving Over ThirtyShow Notes
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with fertility acupuncture expert and podcaster Hannah Pearn to dive into the menstrual cycle, fertility awareness, acupuncture, and the unfortunate reality that so much of women’s health is still misunderstood, under-researched, or completely ignored. We also open up about personal fertility struggles, IVF experiences, navigating loss, and the emotional and physical impact this journey can have. This is one of our most important conversations yet — whether you're trying to conceive now, planning for the future, or simply want to finally understand your own body, this episode is for you. 💛 Hannah helps us break down the phases of the menstrual cycle, fertility myths, how to track your cycle safely, why apps aren’t always accurate, and what acupuncture can (and can’t) support on your fertility journey. She also shares vital tests, questions, and steps many women aren’t told about — but should be. Grab a warm drink, get cozy, and join us for this essential conversation about women’s health, fertility, and body literacy. ✨ What You’ll Learn: The four phases of the menstrual cycle — and the signs something may be off
How acupuncture supports fertility, hormones, stress, and overall wellbeing
Why period pain, spotting, and cycle irregularities aren’t “normal”
How to track your fertile window accurately (and safely)
The truth about contraception and fertility after coming off the pill
Why so many fertility issues go undiagnosed for years
The hidden tests people are rarely told about during IVF
How stress, sleep, diet, inflammation & lifestyle affect hormones
When to stop Googling and start advocating for yourself
Real talk: the emotional impact of IVF, loss, and unanswered questions
📚 Resources & Mentions: Hannah’s podcast: Don’t Tell Me To Relax
Instagram: @hannahpearnaccupuncture
Support groups & accounts mentioned:
The Worst Girl Gang
Fertility Action
Emma the Embryologist
The Fertility Podcast
BFN (Big Fat Negative)
💬 Join the Conversation: What’s something you wish you had been taught earlier about your cycle or fertility?Have you tried tracking your cycle or using acupuncture? What has your journey been like? Your stories help others feel less alone. 💛 Stay connected 🎧 Subscribe for more chats for women 30+ 📸 Follow us on IG & TikTok: @FemalesThrivingOverthirty 📩 Business/guest enquiries: [email protected] 📝 Leave us a review—it really helps! fertility acupuncture, menstrual cycle explained, fertility awareness method, IVF journey, female fertility tips, acupuncture for IVF, endometriosis awareness, hormone imbalance, women’s health podcast, fertility education, luteal phase, follicular phase, cervical mucus tracking, TTC support, trying to conceive over 30, fertility expert interview, cycle tracking tips, acupuncture benefits, embryo transfer support, fertility tests, natural fertility tips
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