Perimenopause doesn’t mean the end, it’s the beginning of a new chapter. Former tennis champion Kim Clijsters joins the conversation to share her journey through perimenopause, the lessons she’s learned, and how small changes in lifestyle can make a big difference during this transformative phase, offering valuable insights into the physical and emotional changes that come with this transitional phase.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:19 – What prompted you to share your perimenopause journey publicly?
00:03:53 – Is discussing perimenopause still taboo?
00:06:15 – What is perimenopause and how does it differ from menopause?
00:07:44 – What were your first signs of perimenopause?
00:11:06 – How do women typically handle perimenopausal symptoms?
00:13:25 – Is perimenopause really the start of a "downhill" phase?
00:15:02 – At what age should women start recognizing perimenopause symptoms?
00:20:01 – Did you track your period during your athletic career?
00:23:32 – How can women tailor exercise to their menstrual cycles?
00:26:05 – How did you manage periods during sports competitions?
00:28:49 – What’s your approach to nutrition and self-care during perimenopause?
00:35:27 – Are you open to medical treatments or holistic approaches for symptoms?
00:36:13 – What symptom would you fear most during perimenopause?
00:37:18 – What’s the key takeaway for women navigating menopause?
Resources Mentioned:
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In this episode of Beyond the Cycle, we sit down with Eva Goicochea, founder of Maude, and Morgane Leten, co-founder of Good Woman, to explore the evolving dialogue around sexual wellness. From understanding how libido fluctuates throughout your menstrual cycle to breaking the stigma surrounding self-pleasure and intimacy, this candid conversation is packed with insights for women at every stage of life.
Discover how Maude is reshaping the sexual wellness space with its gender-neutral, beautifully designed, and eco-conscious products and learn practical tips for improving sexual health, navigating long-term relationships, and embracing your unique needs through every phase of your life.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:06 – What inspired Maude?
00:03:21 – How do you define sexual wellness?
00:05:32 – Did adults talk to you about sex?
00:06:53 – What was your first sex ed class like?
00:08:25 – Should schools teach self-pleasure?
00:10:17 – What does self-pleasure mean to you?
00:12:34 – Why is female sexuality under-taught?
00:14:10 – How should parents discuss sex with kids?
00:17:39 – How do you engage older audiences?
00:20:28 – How can women receive pleasure better?
00:23:38 – Tips for intimacy in long-term relationships?
00:28:34 – How important is sexual wellness for singles?
00:30:49 – How does libido change in your cycle?
00:33:31 – What should people look for in lubricants?
00:35:25 – How can lifestyle improve libido?
00:37:24 – What’s the future of sexual wellness?
00:39:01 – What misconceptions should be addressed?
Resources Mentioned
The Man Who Hated Women: Sex, Censorship, and Civil Liberties in the Gilded Age
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Produced by Velkroo - Line Ellegiers
Why are so many important topics still considered taboo? In "Breaking Taboos: The Power of Community," Emma Bates, co-founder of Diem, and Morgane Leten explore the impact of open conversations and supportive communities in dismantling societal stigmas and empowering individuals. Discover how Diem, a groundbreaking social search engine powered by community conversations and Diem AI, creates a safe, judgment-free space inspired by the way women search. Learn how it combines the intelligence of AI with the warmth of your best girl group chat to foster meaningful connections and find answers online.
Fun fact: we built the first AI model to draw from women's conversations when it generates answers.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:01 - What inspired the creation of Diem?
00:02:31 - How do digital environments shape communities?
00:04:00 - What practical steps ensure safety in online communities?
00:06:00 - What societal taboos still need to be broken?
00:07:11 - Why did you create Good Woman, and how does it support women?
00:09:13 - How does the Good Woman platform operate?
00:14:22 - How can online platforms foster offline connections?
00:16:37 - Is forming friendships the end goal of these platforms?
00:19:13 - Why is it hard for adults to make new friends?
00:24:40 - Why is it important to break societal taboos?
00:28:43 - What does a Diem AI answer look like?
00:31:12 - Should partners share the cost of birth control?
00:34:47 - How do these platforms deal with misinformation?
00:38:06 - What’s the future vision for Diem and Good Woman?
00:39:47 - Conclusion
Resources Mentioned
You can ask Diem via iOS, Android or Web
And follow us at @askdiem on TikTok & Instagram
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Produced by Velkroo
Discover the powerful connection between hormones, nutrition, and skin health in this episode of Beyond the Cycle. Join Neada Deters, founder of the organic skincare brand LESSE, and Morgane Leten, co-founder of Guud Woman, as they share expert insights on tackling adult acne, managing hormonal breakouts, and achieving radiant, healthy skin. Learn how your menstrual cycle, diet, and lifestyle directly impact your skin and gain actionable tips for adjusting your skincare routine to align with hormonal changes. From understanding hormone-safe ingredients to treating your skin from within, this episode provides practical advice to help you feel confident in your skin at any stage of life.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:16 - How did Neada and Morganne meet?
00:02:43 - What inspired Neada to create Less?
00:03:29 - What was Morganne’s journey with acne struggles?
00:06:59 - Are oral acne treatments like Accutane sustainable?
00:10:36 - How do hormonal cycles affect our skin?
00:13:29 - What adjustments can improve my skin health?
00:14:01 - What are hormone-safe skincare ingredients to avoid?
00:17:03 - What are the best natural skincare ingredients?
00:20:31 - How can we educate ourselves about skincare?
00:21:47 - Are complex skin conditions hormone-related?
00:25:56 - Is the location of acne related to health issues?
00:28:11 - Should you exfoliate, and what’s the best way to do it?
00:30:58 - Is collagen powder effective for wrinkle prevention?
00:36:02 - Do men go through hormonal fluctuations affecting skin?
00:37:24 - Why do some people never seem to have skin issues?
00:38:28 - What role does makeup play in skincare?
00:39:50 - What’s the one key takeaway for improving skin health?
00:41:09 - Outro
Resources Mentioned:
Neada Deters
Sponsored by Guud Woman
Produced by Velkroo
In this episode of Beyond the Cycle, we dive into how nutrition can transform your hormonal health with two incredible guests: Nicole Jardim, Certified Women’s Health Coach and author, and Morgane Leten, co-founder of Guud Woman.
Together, they share expert insights on eating according to your cycle and why food is the foundation for balancing your hormones. From understanding bloating and mood swings to creating the perfect plate—1/4 protein, 1/4 carbs, and 1/2 vegetables—they’ll guide you toward living in harmony with your body’s natural phases.
Empower yourself with actionable tips for better hormonal health today!
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:16 - How did Nicole and Morgan meet?
00:03:07 - What inspired Nicole to start working in this field?
00:04:56 - The menstrual cycle in a basic way.
00:07:05 - Why is it important for men to understand women’s cycles?
00:08:00 - Do we need to stop using contraception?
00:08:46 - Why do you believe food is so beneficial for supporting hormonal health?
00:09:51 - How do you start addressing hormonal health issues with someone?
00:10:49 - The building blocks for a healthy plate.
00:12:12 - Does it make a difference if you eat vegetables raw or cooked?
00:13:51 - What do you typically eat for breakfast?
00:16:15 - Eating according to your cycle, how does it work?
00:20:28 - Struggling with PMS and cravings - manage them healthily without feeling deprived?
00:23:28 - How can people on hormonal contraception support their health with diet and lifestyle?
00:24:47 - Why is it important to prepare for menopause early, even in your 20s and 30s?
00:25:32 - Is it achievable to get all vitamins and nutrients from real food in today’s world?
00:27:08 - What gap were you trying to fill when you created Good Woman?
00:31:38 - Essential vitamins or minerals to focus on?
00:33:18 - Easy-to-remember daily habits or routines to improve hormonal health?
Resources Mentioned:
Nicole Jardim
The Fix Your Period Quiz (Free)
The Fix Your Period Collective
The Women's Hormone Health Certification Program (For Practitioners)
Guud Woman
Produced by Velkroo
Welcome to the first episode of Beyond the Cycle, your go-to podcast for women’s health and hormonal well-being. Have you ever wondered how hormonal birth control might affect your libido or emotional health? Or maybe you’re curious about its impact on your relationships and even the decisions you make? This episode tackles these important questions and more.
We’re joined by Dr. Sarah Hill, author of the groundbreaking book This Is Your Brain on Birth Control, and Abby Epstein, the acclaimed director of The Business of Birth Control. Together, they unpack how hormonal contraception impacts your brain, body, and behavior in ways you might not expect.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:44 - The basic hormones that run through our body?
00:03:10 - Are those hormones we're born with?
00:04:23 - When we're on the pill, we're not ovulating?
00:04:37 - What happens to the eggs we are born with?
00:05:18 - Abby on birth control, and why?
00:08:52 - The main reasons people get given the pill?
00:09:49 - The pill also affects our brain, right?
00:11:16 - Decisions we would make in phases of our cycle?
00:12:42 - How long would it take to get my cycle back?
00:20:18 - How does cycle syncing work?
00:23:24 - Is it true that women who live together sync their cycles?
00:24:40 - Is it true science is still a male-dominated world?
00:27:50 - What are the other options for contraception, avoiding the trauma of abortion?
00:31:55 - How can we achieve the 99% effectiveness of the natural method?
00:35:33 - Doctors might not know all these side effects well?
00:40:07 - What advice would you give to listeners who want to stop taking the pill?
00:45:11 - Is discussing the risks of the pill fearmongering?
Resources Mentioned
Dr. Sarah Hill
Sarah's book: This is your brain on birth control
Abby Epstein
We have created a 50% off coupon for our Birth Control: Beyond the Basics 6-part video series for the listeners, here with the link.
We have also created a 50% off coupon to stream or buy The Business of Birth control movie.
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Produced by Velkroo
Beyond the Cycle: Your podcast for women’s health and hormonal wellness. From quitting the pill to navigating menopause, we guide you with expert insights and honest conversations.
Explore topics like hormonal health, nutrition, and sexuality with inspiring guests like tennis legend Kim Clijsters, Dr. Sarah E. Hill, and filmmaker Abby Epstein. Many more experts join us to enrich the conversation.
Brought to you by Guud Woman, co-founder Morgane Leten, and hosted by Barbara Verbergt, this empowering podcast is your companion at every step.
Welcome!
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Tijdens de boeklancering van "Het Cyclus Kompas" in Bleyckhof vond de live opname plaats van de laatste aflevering van deze podcast. Het boek "Het Cyclus Kompas", geschreven door Morgane Leten tijdens haar negen maanden zwangerschap van haar dochtertje Lola, heeft als doel om jonge meisjes, vrouwen en eigenlijk iedereen te informeren over de menstruele cyclus. Als interviewer had ik het privilege om drie prachtige vrouwen te spreken: Eva Daeleman, Hilde De Baerdemaker en Natasha Cateleyn. Ze deelden uitgebreid hun verhaal over het leven in harmonie met hun cyclus. Hun vrouwelijke kracht is bijzonder inspirerend, en elk van hen schreef ook een persoonlijke getuigenis in het boek "Het Cyclus Kompas".
Veel luisterplezier en laat gerust weten wat je ervan vond!
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In aflevering 5 van Het Cyclus Kompas, de podcast, praten we over veel voorkomende klachten bij vrouwen, zoals pijn tijdens de menstruatie, vrijen, plassen of stoelgang. Helaas blijkt dat maar liefst 90% van de vrouwen last heeft van deze klachten, maar er niet genoeg aandacht aan besteed wordt. In feite krijgt 31% van hen te horen dat deze klachten normaal zijn en dat ze ermee moeten leren leven. Is dit echt de norm voor vrouwen?
Om hierover meer te weten te komen, hebben we twee experts uitgenodigd: Uwe Porters, vroedvrouw en postpartum expert, en Colette Peeters, osteopaat en expert op het gebied van endometriose, onvruchtbaarheid en gynaecologische klachten.
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In deze aflevering bespreken we hoe voeding en kruiden ons kunnen helpen bij een gezonde menstruatiecyclus. Onze darmen spelen hierbij een belangrijke rol, omdat ze onze spijsvertering en ons immuunsysteem reguleren en van invloed zijn op onze hormonen. Morgane, de auteur van Het Cyclus Kompas, benadrukt het belang van een gevarieerd dieet. We hebben twee gasten aan tafel: Lily Joan Roberts, een plant-based chef, voedingsdeskundige, ayurvedische welzijnscoach en herborist, en Lynn Van Royen, een actrice en herborist in opleiding.
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In de derde aflevering van het Cyclus Kompas de podcast staat onze huid centraal en wordt er specifiek gekeken naar de invloed van hormonen op onze huid. We willen allemaal een mooie, gezonde en stralende huid gedurende onze volledige cyclus, maar is dit wel haalbaar? Vandaag hebben we Morgane Leten te gast, auteur van het boek "Het Cyclus Kompas" en oprichtster van Guud Woman, en Marion Naudts, herborist, expert in natuurlijke cosmetica en bezielster van Marion Maakt. We gaan met hen in gesprek over de realistische verwachtingen die we kunnen hebben over onze huid. Veel luisterplezier!
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In deze aflevering hebben we het over hormonale anticonceptie, een onderwerp dat veel vrouwen aangaat. Hoewel het nemen van hormonale anticonceptie voor velen van ons routine is geworden, realiseren we ons niet altijd wat de negatieve effecten kunnen zijn. De pil en andere vormen van hormonale anticonceptie worden tegenwoordig ook voor andere doeleinden voorgeschreven dan alleen voor het vermijden van een zwangerschap, zoals voor acnebehandeling. In deze aflevering bespreken we de keuze om te stoppen met de pil. Twee moedige vrouwen delen hun persoonlijke verhaal.
Trix Eden Breuls en Nouchka De Maeyer schuiven aan onze tafel aan.
Twijfel je om te stoppen met hormonale anticonceptie dan is deze podcast zeker iets voor jou!
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In deze aflevering kom je te weten hoe je kan leven volgens jouw natuurlijke cyclus. Cyclisch leven klinkt misschien ingewikkeld, maar dat hoeft het helemaal niet te zijn! Samen met Morgane Leten, oprichtster van Guud Woman en auteur van "Het Cyclus kompas", en Rebecca Verhofstede, vroedvrouw, Sensiplan Coach en oprichtster van Vrouw en Vruchtbaarheid begeleiden wij je doorheen de verschillende seizoenen van jouw unieke cyclus. Heb je zin om intuïtiever in het leven te staan, je cyclus en jezelf beter te begrijpen en vervolgens je agenda hierop af te stemmen, dan is deze podcast zeker iets voor jou. Veel luisterplezier!
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