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The Menstrual and Ovulation Cycle Explained
16:16 - 24:08 (07:52)
The menstrual cycle and ovulation cycle have distinct roles in preparing the body for possible pregnancy. The menstrual cycle is a four-week process that includes the proliferative phase, during which hormone estradiol prompts the endometrium to thicken in preparation for an egg.
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The menstrual cycle prepares the uterus for the egg, while the ovulation cycle prepares the egg for the uterus, and it's essential to get insights into the different cycles involved in the process.
16:16 - 19:07 (02:50)
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The menstrual cycle prepares the uterus for the egg, while the ovulation cycle prepares the egg for the uterus, and it's essential to get insights into the different cycles involved in the process.
ChapterThe Menstrual and Ovulation Cycle Explained
EpisodeHow Menstruation Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle is dominated by the hormone estradiol, which thickens the endometrium, while the secretory phase involves the secretion of various compounds that nourish and sustain an egg.
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The proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle is dominated by the hormone estradiol, which thickens the endometrium, while the secretory phase involves the secretion of various compounds that nourish and sustain an egg. The pH of the uterus also increases during this time, making it more favorable to sperm.
ChapterThe Menstrual and Ovulation Cycle Explained
EpisodeHow Menstruation Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Miscarriages are a common but rarely talked about experience, often leading to feelings of sadness and loss.
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Miscarriages are a common but rarely talked about experience, often leading to feelings of sadness and loss. Unanswered prayers can also bring unexpected gifts and blessings that wouldn't have been possible otherwise.