Half of the world’s population will experience a period.A lifetime of periods equates to 8.6 years, 448 weeks, 3139 days and 70 080 hours.And yet, I wonder just how many women actually understand what’s going on in their bodies. Not just during menstruation, but for the rest of the month too.Welcome to your Menstrual Cycle Masterclass, where I’ll be diving deep into each phase of the menstrual cycle - what actually goes on inside our body, how to support your body, balance your hormones and support your reproductive system with nutrition, self care, exercise and sleep.This episode kicks things off with the phase you are probably most familiar with, the menstrual phase.HERE’S WHAT WE COVER:Understanding what actually happens during your period, and what is considered a “healthy” period.Why your menstrual cycle is ruled by your hormones – and why they can be haywire during your period.Coping with common symptoms and challenges during your period.How to work with your menstrual cycle, not against it.The best exercise to do during your period.How to improve your period with nutrition.________________ Read the show notes, including a transcript of this episode with all links and resources HEREDM Rachel on Instagram: @fertilitycoSupport the showWhenever you're ready, here's a few ways I can help you! Just getting started?Get my Fertility Roadmap – My simple 3-step system to understanding your body’s natural fertile signs and pinpointing ovulation day so that you can achieve (or avoid) pregnancy. Want to know exactly when you're ovulating? Check out my Fix Your Fertility Masterclass where I share 3 simple steps to find out exactly when you're ovulating. Want a holistic preconception plan to optimise ovulation and get pregnant fast? My $47 Conceive with Confidence workshop series teaches you how to pinpoint your most fertile day in under 5 minutes and discover the quick-fix solutions you NEED if you're NOT ovulating. Want to quit the pill forever and conceive in half the time (even if your periods are irregular, unpredictable or non-existent)? Enrol in my flagship online program for the long-term fertility game, Fertility School. Want individualised support from a trained fertility educator?Book a 1:1 consultation now! I'd love to work with you to achieve your fertility goals....