[0.57] Brigid and Dr Pat introduce the episode.

[3.39] Dr Pat gives a 101 on hormones and the menstrual cycle.

[5.23] Dr Pat explains what estrogen dominance is.

[7.59] Brigid asks how estrogen dominance is treated.

[10.16] Dr Pat talks about having low progesterone.

[11.36] Dr Pat talks about the signs that someone might have low progesterone.

[12.30] Dr Pat talks about when progesterone testing and supplements might be needed.

[13.14] Dr Pat explains what a day 21 progesterone test is.

[14.58] Dr Pat talks about short luteal phase and luteal phase defect.

[16.07] Dr Pat talks about whether there are things that can temporarily shorten a women’s luteal phase.

[18.40] Dr Pat talks about the concept of ‘balancing hormones’.

[20.20] Brigid asks whether inflammation in the body such as aches, and pains can decrease implantation.

[22.06] Dr Pat talks about whether brown blood can indicate progesterone levels.

[23.03] Dr Pat talks about whether full hormone panel testing is needed. [25.03] Brigid tells the listeners to go back and listen to episodes 26. Getting pregnant: 101 and 2. How to become an ovulation ninja.

[26.25] Dr Pat talks about natural killer cells and whether that is something to be concerned about

[28.46] Dr Pat talks about the MTHFR mutation.

[32.24] Brigid asks Dr Pat about the use of an endometrial receptivity assay for IVF cycles.

[33.45] Dr Pat talks about IVF add ons.

[35.09] Dr Pat answers some rapid fire yes or no questions.

[38.04] Dr Pat gives some ways that a woman can help herself to have a good menstrual cycle.

[38.45] Dr Pat gives some lifestyle factors that can impact someone’s fertility.