34. What Your Cycle Is Telling You About Fertility & Hormone Health | Naturopathic Doctor Jaclyn

If you've ever wondered what your menstrual cycle is actually telling you about your health, this episode is going to change the way you think about your hormones.Dr. Jaclyn is a naturopathic doctor who specializes in fertility and hormone health. At age 17, she still hadn't gotten her period. The doctor wanted to put her on birth control to "regulate" her cycle, and when she asked "what about when I want to have kids?" they said "don't worry, we have different medications for that."That moment changed everything.She realized how little is known about menstrual health and how few options exist beyond birth control and surgery. So she dove into naturopathic medicine and fertility care and now she's breaking down what your body actually needs.Here's what most people don't realize: fertility is one of the first systems to get disrupted when your health is off. Your cycle is your fifth vital sign, and it's telling you everything about what's happening underneath the surface.In this episode Dr. Jaclyn shares:→ Why your cycle matters (even if you're not trying to get pregnant)→ How to track your cycle the right way (temps, cervical mucus, ovulation)→ What follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase actually mean→ Progesterone vs estrogen—what they do and why they matter→ The Dutch test and how it maps your entire hormone picture→ Why stress is wrecking your hormones (and what to do about it)→ The top 3 things that impact fertility→ Practical tips you can start today (before you're even ready to conceive)Dr. Jaclyn explains the science in a way that actually makes sense (she calls the egg "the diva" and explains estrogen as laying bricks while progesterone is the mortar). And she gives you actionable steps to support your hormone health right now.If you've been told to just go on birth control without understanding what's actually going on, or if you're trying to conceive and don't know where to start, this episode is a must-listen!Connect with Dr. Jaclyn:Instagram: @hello_fertilityDutch Test: dutchtest.comDutch Fest (in-person event): March 12-14 in Dallas, TX |Dr. Courtney:Instagram: @thefemaleathletedocWebsite: threesixtywellness.co