Menstrual cycle coaching is an emerging field that's redefining how we approach the female mind and body. Hosted by Claire Baker and Lauren Olivia Hughes, this podcast brings you insights into this growing field with interviews from leading voices, tips on building a successful practice, and discussions on industry trends. Whether you're an established coach or just exploring this career path, join us to gain the inspiration and knowledge you need to excel in menstrual cycle coaching.
In this special solstice episode, Claire and Lauren reunite behind the microphone for the first time in a year to explore a topic that so many coaches, practitioners and business owners quietly wrestle with: what is really stopping us from putting ourselves out there? Using the winter and summer solstice as a moment of reflection, they answer real questions submitted by the Cycle Coach School community about visibility, imposter syndrome, social media, fear of judgement, creative overwhelm, and the vulnerability of sharing your work with the world. Together, they unpack how many of our marketing struggles aren't really about algorithms or content strategies at all—they're about identity, nervous system safety, perfectionism, and the deeply human desire to belong. Claire shares how she's been rethinking her own relationship with marketing, while Lauren reflects on returning to work after maternity leave and how becoming a mother has reshaped her creativity, priorities, and relationship with visibility. The conversation explores what it means to market your work in a way that feels authentic, sustainable, and aligned with your values, rather than forcing yourself into strategies that don't fit your personality or season of life. They also discuss the importance of community, long-form content, self-trust, and allowing your business to evolve alongside you. Whether you're just beginning your coaching journey or have been running your business for years, this episode offers a reassuring reminder that you're not alone if being seen feels uncomfortable—and that your unique voice is exactly what makes your work valuable. Click play to explore how to move through the fears that keep you hidden, reconnect with your message, and step into the next season of your business with more confidence, creativity and self-compassion. Cycle Coach School Certification - Enrolments for 2026 Open Now: Apply Here Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
In this special solstice episode, Claire and Lauren reunite behind the microphone for the first time in a year to explore a topic that so many coaches, practitioners and business owners quietly wrestle with: what is really stopping us from putting ourselves out there? Using the winter and summer solstice as a moment of reflection, they answer real questions submitted by the Cycle Coach School community about visibility, imposter syndrome, social media, fear of judgement, creative overwhelm, and the vulnerability of sharing your work with the world. Together, they unpack how many of our marketing struggles aren't really about algorithms or content strategies at all—they're about identity, nervous system safety, perfectionism, and the deeply human desire to belong. Claire shares how she's been rethinking her own relationship with marketing, while Lauren reflects on returning to work after maternity leave and how becoming a mother has reshaped her creativity, priorities, and relationship with visibility. The conversation explores what it means to market your work in a way that feels authentic, sustainable, and aligned with your values, rather than forcing yourself into strategies that don't fit your personality or season of life. They also discuss the importance of community, long-form content, self-trust, and allowing your business to evolve alongside you. Whether you're just beginning your coaching journey or have been running your business for years, this episode offers a reassuring reminder that you're not alone if being seen feels uncomfortable—and that your unique voice is exactly what makes your work valuable. Click play to explore how to move through the fears that keep you hidden, reconnect with your message, and step into the next season of your business with more confidence, creativity and self-compassion. Cycle Coach School Certification - Enrolments for 2026 Open Now: Apply Here Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#22 · 1 h 31 min · 22 jun 2026
In this solo episode, Claire reflects on why there has never been a more exciting time to be working in women’s health. From growing public awareness and increasing demand for cycle literacy to the evolution of research, language, and care models, she explores what it means to be part of a field that is still developing in real time. A central focus of this episode is the recent change from PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). Claire shares her own experience of being misdiagnosed with PCOS and explains why this shift in terminology matters so much. Far from being a simple rebrand, the name change reflects a deeper understanding of the hormonal and metabolic drivers behind the condition and has the potential to improve diagnosis, treatment, and support for millions of women. Claire is also joined by Cycle Coach School mentor and fertility awareness educator Nat Daudet and for a thoughtful conversation about the PMOS name change. Together with Lauren, they unpack what this shift means for practitioners and clients alike, discussing everything from diagnosis and treatment options to the role of insulin resistance, hormonal health, and self-advocacy. Nat also shares her personal experience living with PMOS and why this change feels both hopeful and validating. Throughout the episode, Claire reflects on the growing need for skilled practitioners who can do more than simply share information. She explores the importance of education, advocacy, relationship-building, and space-holding in supporting women through increasingly complex health conversations. Click play to explore the PMOS name change, the future of women's health, and why there has never been a more exciting time to be doing this work. Cycle Coach School Certification - Enrolments for 2026 Open Now: Apply Here Resources and Links: BBC: Emma Barnett – Fighting Endometriosis The New York Times: PMDD, Menopause & Pain Relief The Lancet article on hormonal & metabolic health research Nat Daudet’s Website: Fertility Awareness Project Nat Daudet’s Instagram: @fertilityawarenessproject Fertility Knowledge Collective: www.fertilityknowledgecollective.com Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#21 · 52 min · 10 jun 2026
In this episode, Lauren is back behind the mic after maternity leave and joined by a familiar face: Cycle Coach School graduate, mentor, and founder of Fertility Awareness Project, Nat Daudet. Together, they explore the journey of building a meaningful and sustainable business in the women’s health space, and what it can really look like to grow a career rooted in values, curiosity, and care. Nat shares the story of how she moved from working in mental health and social work into fertility awareness education, and how her work gradually evolved from a passion project into a thriving business. Rather than following rigid formulas or business “rules,” she reflects on the importance of creating systems that support the life you want to live and allowing your work to grow alongside you. Throughout the conversation, Lauren and Nat discuss collaboration, community, boundaries, business evolution, and the realities of working for yourself. They also explore the pressure many practitioners feel to always have the answers, and how moving toward a more collaborative and supportive model can create safety not only for clients and students, but for practitioners too. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to build a trusted career in women’s health education, or found yourself comparing your own path to someone else’s, this episode offers a refreshing and honest perspective. It’s a reminder that growth often happens through small changes over time, and that building something meaningful doesn’t need to happen all at once. Click play to learn more about creating a business that supports both your work and your life. Cycle Coach School Certification - Enrolments for 2026 Open Now: Apply Here Resources and Links: Nat Daudet’s Website: Fertility Awareness Project Nat Daudet’s Instagram: @fertilityawarenessproject Fertility Knowledge Collective: www.fertilityknowledgecollective.com Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia HughesGoing Pro
#20 · 55 min · 28 maj 2026
In this solo episode, Claire opens up an important and often under-discussed conversation about what it really means to hold emotional depth in cycle coaching spaces. She explores the nuanced space between coaching and therapy, and offers a grounded, honest perspective on how to meet emotion when
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#19 · 39 min · 20 apr 2026
We’re back for Season 3 of the Cycle Coach Show, and Claire opens this new chapter in conversation with long-time friend, collaborator, and fellow business owner Vienda Maria. Claire and Vienda have known each other for over thirteen years. They met in 2013 while enrolling in the same onlin
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#18 · 41 min · 13 feb 2026
In this bonus episode, Claire invites you into a gentle, spacious end-of-year reflection for practitioners who want to plan their work in a way that honours their energy, their nervous system, and their cyclical nature. Instead of pushing into the new year with urgency, Claire offers a grounding
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#17 · 1 h 4 min · 13 dec 2025
In this special season finale, Claire and Lauren come together to wrap up Season 2 of The Cycle Coach Show with a deep and practical conversation all about working with archetypes in menstrual cycle coaching. Drawing from their own client experiences, personal practices, and stories from
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#16 · 1 h 7 min · 1 nov 2025
In this episode, Lauren speaks with Zainab Alradhi — Cycle Coach School graduate and founder of Niswa, a growing platform dedicated to menstrual cycle awareness and body literacy for Arabic-speaking women around the world. Zainab shares how she built a community of over 100,000 women by choosing
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#15 · 53 min · 3 jun 2025
In this episode, Lauren is joined by two powerful voices in menstrual education: Hannah Brown and Beth Moxon. Both are graduates of Cycle Coach School who have gone on to pioneer youth-focused menstrual work through schools, community programs, and innovative peer-led education models. Toge
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#14 · 1 h 12 min · 27 maj 2025
Have you ever felt the push to “do something” with your creativity before it’s fully ready? Lots of ideas in your Notes app that go from inspiration to overwhelm when you realise you’d need to live 100 lifetimes to do them all? Maybe like us, you want to birth your work more slowly, more intuitiv
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#13 · 52 min · 20 maj 2025
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of grief, PTSD, and mentions of violence. How do you move in your playful inner spring or when embodying the wise Crone archetype at menstruation? We're inspired by the creative ways our alumni integrate cycle awareness into
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#12 · 48 min · 14 maj 2025
Did you know that female desire is cyclic? In this episode, Claire chats with sex and relationship coach Melissa Vranjes about the powerful intersection between menstrual cycles and sexuality. Melissa shares how discovering her cycle patterns revolutionised her intimate life and personal relation
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#11 · 48 min · 6 maj 2025
We’re back with Season 2 of The Cycle Coach Show , and we're opening the season with a powerful conversation between Lauren and Olivia Waller—also known as @cyclicallyolivia. Olivia is a women’s hormone health practitioner, mother, and graduate of Cycle Coach School, and in this episode,
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#10 · 60 min · 29 apr 2025
In this episode, Claire speaks with Monique Dickson, a menstrual cycle coach, women's hormonal health practitioner, and graduate of Cycle Coach School. Together, they explore the powerful connection between menstrual cycle awareness and the journey of pregnancy, diving into Monique’s framework of
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#9 · 53 min · 29 apr 2025
In this special season finale, Claire and Lauren come together for a reflective conversation, closing out the first season of The Cycle Coach Show. As the equinox approaches, marking the balance of light and dark, they explore the highs, lows, and unexpected moments of the season. From personal growth to professional highlights, they take time to celebrate the successes, challenges, and curiosities that have arisen during the podcast journey. Claire and Lauren reflect on the magic of the equinox and how it mirrors the balance of light and dark in their own lives and menstrual cycles. They also share highlights from some of this season’s most memorable conversations with guests like Charlotte Pointeaux and Adele Wimsett and more. As they wrap up this first chapter, Claire and Lauren celebrate the community they’ve built and share their hopes for future seasons. If you’ve been with us on this journey, or if you’re just joining us now, this episode is a heartfelt reflection on the beautiful complexity of life, cycles, and coaching. Join Our Waitlist for the Next Cycle Coach Training: Click here Learn more about Lauren’s The Den Coaching: Click here Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia HughesEquinox Finale
#8 · 1 h 8 min · 20 sep 2024
In Part 2 of our conversation with Charlotte Pointeaux, we dive into a dynamic Q&A session where Claire and Charlotte answers listener questions on a range of topics. From starting a business as a menstrual cycle coach to overcoming self-doubt and finding balance between life and work, this episode is packed with practical guidance and empowering advice for aspiring cycle coaches. Charlotte shares her experiences on managing the unique challenges that come with cycle coaching, offering advice on how to navigate the spiritual, emotional, and business aspects of the profession. If you're interested in practical steps for building a business around cycle coaching, strategies to overcome common obstacles, or how to stay grounded in your purpose, Part 2 of this conversation is for you. Click play to hear thoughtful responses to your most pressing questions and to explore the path of becoming a cycle coach! Join Our Waitlist for the Next Cycle Coach Training: Click here Resources and Links: Charlotte’s Website: https://charlottepointeaux.com/ Charlotte’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlotte.pointeaux.coach/ Wild Flow with Charlotte Pointeaux: https://charlottepointeaux.com/podcast/ The Cyclical Business Mastermind: https://charlottepointeaux.com/mastermind/ Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#7 · 1 h 8 min · 13 sep 2024
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions around eating disorders. Please take care while listening. In this episode, Lauren and Claire dive into the unique challenges and strategies for coaching female clients with ADHD. Joined by women's health practitioner Adele Wimsett, they explore how ADHD manifests differently in women, particularly when intertwined with hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle. Adele shares her personal journey with ADHD, how it influenced her work, and why understanding the interplay between hormones and ADHD symptoms is crucial for effective coaching. The conversation covers essential topics like the common struggles faced by neurodivergent women, the importance of recognizing ADHD traits in clients, and practical tips for supporting clients who may have undiagnosed or diagnosed ADHD. If you've ever wondered how to better support female clients with ADHD or are curious about how hormonal changes impact ADHD symptoms, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice. Click play to learn how you can enhance your coaching practice by better understanding and supporting neurodivergent clients! Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: About Adele Wimsett: Adele Wimsett is a women’s health practitioner whose passion is to empower women and people who menstruate, to harmonise their hormones in order to live an optimised life. Her support covers menarche to menopause, bridging science and woo, offering a truly holistic approach to women’s health by way of one-to-one support in both her online & in person hormone clinics. Adele has a special interest in supporting girls & women with how their hormones affect their (un)diagnosed ADHD traits. Adele’s Website: https://harmoniseyou.co.uk/ Adele’s Instagram: @harmoniseyou Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: http
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#6 · 1 h 22 min · 6 sep 2024
In this episode, Lauren takes the reins as she interviews two insightful guests, Nat Martin and Nat Daudet. Together they discuss what it’s been like for them working in the field of menstrual cycle coaching while personally experiencing irregular cycles, PCOS, pregnancy, and post-partum amenorrhea. Can you still work as a Cycle Coach if your own cycles don’t follow a 28-day pattern? Absolutely. Hear them discuss why this can be a strength and how to support clients whose cyclic experience is different from your own. If you’ve ever wondered how to approach cycle coaching with sensitivity and inclusivity, or how to support clients who may not fit the traditional cycle mold, this episode is for you. Click play to explore the many dimensions of cycle coaching and learn how to support every body. Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: Nat Martin’s Website: www.nataliekmartin.com Nat Martin’s Instagram: @natalie.kmartin Nat Daudet’s Website: Fertility Awareness Project Nat Daudet’s Instagram: @fertilityawarenessproject Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#5 · 1 h 4 min · 30 aug 2024
In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Claire is joined by Charlotte Pointeaux, a menstrual cycle coach who specializes in the shamanic dimensions of cyclical living. They explore how integrating spiritual practices and understanding life’s natural cycles can enhance both personal growth and professional development. Charlotte shares her journey from traditional life coaching to embracing the spiritual and shamanic aspects of menstrual cycle awareness. If you've ever been curious about the mystical side of menstrual cycles or wondered how to integrate shamanic practices into your life and work, this episode is for you. We’re about to dive into the transformative power of shamanic cycle coaching and how aligning with your true passion can create a fulfilling and impactful career. Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: Charlotte’s Website: https://charlottepointeaux.com/ Charlotte’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlotte.pointeaux.coach/ Wild Flow with Charlotte Pointeaux: https://charlottepointeaux.com/podcast/ The Cyclical Business Mastermind: https://charlottepointeaux.com/mastermind/ Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#4 · 46 min · 23 aug 2024
In this episode, your host Lauren dives into an enriching conversation with Lucia Mazzella and Mariah Berendt, two hormone health practitioners. You'll hear how they’ve both rapidly grown their social media channels, continued to study and learn together, and ridden the highs and lows of going viral. They share their journey of being assigned as listening partners during their Cycle Coach training and how their partnership evolved into a close friendship and successful collaboration. Together, they discuss the ups and downs of running a business in the hormone space, the impact of social media on their personal and professional lives, and the importance of community in this line of work. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions and the best pieces of advice they've received. Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: About Lucia Mazzella: Lucia is a functional health cycle coach + foodie. Lucia believes the world needs more well-fed, well-rested women living their power. She teaches traditional kitchen wisdom to women who want to take their health into their own hands and harness the power of their menstrual cycle to find their ‘kitchen flow’. Her approach is down to earth and practical; teaching women how to cook using the high energy time in their cycle so they are set up with ready-made food for their low energy times. Let’s take the power back into our hands and into our kitchens. She lives in rural Tasmania off grid with her partner Marcus and dog buddy where they are building a home, raising animals and swimming in the ocean as often as possible. Lucia’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambrosias.table/ About Mariah Berendt: Mariah is a nutritionist on a mission to help women eat their way to healthier menstrual cycles. Her approach focuses on real food, body literacy, and no BS. She wants women to know that their bodies are not their enemy, and that they have so much more control over their health than they’ve been led to believe. She loves to read, cook (duh), and eat hot dogs at baseball games with her fam. She lives in Philly with her husband and her dog, Cookie. Mariah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishyourcycle/ Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram:<a href="https://www.i
Lauren Olivia HughesClaire Baker
#3 · 1 h 15 min · 16 aug 2024
In this episode we dive into what it truly means to be a menstrual cycle coach. We discuss the intricate connections between our bodies' natural rhythms and the cycles of the world around us. From debunking myths about cycle syncing to exploring how you can live in harmony with your cycle, this episode offers valuable perspectives that can transform your approach to menstruation and self-care. We also explore the role of a menstrual cycle coach, what makes this practice unique, and how understanding your cycle can lead to a more empowered and fulfilling life. Additionally, we hear from guest teachers Jane Hardwicke Collings, Vida Hollander and Vianney Leigh, who provide valuable insights on the physical connections within the female body and the power of energy and authenticity in building a menstrual cycle coaching business. If you've ever been curious about the impact of menstrual cycle awareness or wondered how to align more closely with your natural rhythms, this episode is for you. We’re about to share the transformative power of living cyclically and how you can start this journey today. Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: Guest teachers: School of Shamanic Womancraft Body Sense Status Flow Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#2 · 49 min · 10 aug 2024
Welcome to our first episode of The Cycle Coach Show. In this episode, hosts Claire and Lauren introduce themselves and their journey into menstrual cycle awareness, sharing how this knowledge has transformed their personal and professional lives. We dive into the birth of Cycle Coach School, a 6-month online training and certification program, and discuss the growing need for menstrual education. If you've ever felt disconnected from your body's natural rhythms or wondered how understanding your menstrual cycle could impact your life, this episode is for you. We're about to share our personal stories and the transformative power of menstrual cycle awareness. It IS possible to live in harmony with your cycle, and we're going to show you how! Click play to hear about our journey and the exciting future of menstrual cycle awareness! Our Next Class Starts September 2024: Apply Here Resources and Links: Books: "Red Moon" by Miranda Gray "Her Blood is Gold" by Lara Owen Stay connected: Cycle Coach School Website: https://www.cyclecoachtraining.com Cycle Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyclecoachschool/ Claire's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_clairebaker_/ Claire's Website: https://www.clairebaker.com/ Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenoliviahughes/ Lauren's Website: https://findingjulian.com/
Claire BakerLauren Olivia Hughes
#1 · 55 min · 8 aug 2024