Training Overview

Before diving into the training, we will lay essential foundations first. In the introductory module, we take a deep and critical dive into the socio-cultural (racist) history of modern gynecology and how the system serves and doesn't serve people with menstrual cycles. Learn about the medicalization and research of cycles. And get clear on what it means to include inclusive values, body literacy, consent as well as social justice, inclusive language and anti-racism in reproductive health care. After laying these building blocks first, we will dive into 6 big parts of the training, each containing various study modules, all based on orthomolecular principles.

6 in-depth parts

1. Cyclical ecology, anatomy & physiology

2. Menstrual cycles & body system interactions + needs

3. The cyclical continuum from preconception to menopause

4. Understanding how to optimize menstrual cycles, fertility & the cyclical body

5. Beyond the physical: psychospiritual aspects of the menstrual cycle + alternative healing modalities

6. Creating your HHCC practice & business

This consists of 20 prerecorded study modules. On top of that, students will have weekly live classes, lectures and practices and an ongoing support system in a private and protected platform off of social media.

This training contains all you need to know to start and nourish your cyclical business.

If you feel a YES, join us next year!

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Study modules:

Module 1: Essential Foundations

We take a deep and critical dive into the socio-cultural (racist) history of modern gynecology and how the system serves and doesn't serve people with menstrual cycles. Learn about the medicalization and research of cycles. And get clear on what it means to include inclusive values, body literacy, consent as well as social justice, inclusive language and anti-racism in reproductive health care.

Module 2: General Human Anatomy

Learn whole-body general human anatomy before diving into the menstrual cycle. Here, it is important for you to understand our body is a living, breathing ecosystem.

Module 3: The Pelvis & Cyclical Anatomy

Dive deep into all you ever wanted to know about pelvic bone structure, perineal musculature, organs of the lesser pelvis and the anatomy of the vulva & clitoris.

Module 4: The Endocrine System & Menstrual Cycle

Start your learning journey throughout the endocrine system, the HPG Axis and how endocrine disruptors can affect cycles, fertility and offspring. We will also dive into endocrine conditions like intersex varieties.

Module 5: The Nervous System

Get a real-life understanding of the nervous system, learn about polyvagal theory, the connection between the nervous system, trauma & the menstrual cycle. You will also learn about somatic work to support the menstrual cycle.

Module 6: Digestion, Metabolism & Detoxification

Learn orthomolecular principles and the difference between digestion and metabolism, dive deep into various ways of looking at both of these bodily processes. Study macronutrients, micronutrients, energy needs and deficiencies in the body. Learn about glucose and detoxification pathways and their connection to hormones and learn to identify common digestive issues.

Module 7: The Gut-Brain Axis

Get an in-depth understanding about the gut-hormone connection, neurotransmitters, the microbiome and learn to recognize common gut imbalances people with menstrual cycles can encounter.

Module 8: The HPA Axis

Learn about HPA Axis, how the adrenals work, natural stress response in the body, as well as how to address stress in a cyclical body to improve overall optimal body function and peace.

Module 9: The HPT Axis

Get an in-depth understanding of thyroid physiology and its connection to cyclical health. And dive into common thyroid issues and how they weave into menstrual health.

Module 10: Menarche & Puberty

Understand teen cyclical health and what happens when puberty hits our kids’/childrens’ cyclical bodies. We will address how to support teens and how to encourage inclusive sex education as well as how to talk to teens about their bodies.

Module 11: Fertility & Preconception

Learn the benefits and risks of all types of birth control and get an introduction to the fertility awareness method. Study the foundations of fertility and learn how to support your clients to prepare for pregnancy. Also learn about how fertility is so much more than making babies.

Module 12: Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum

Get an introduction to the physiology of conception, pregnancy and birth. Learn what happens and what the body needs postpartum. And learn how you can support your clients through pregnancy, birth & postpartum as a cycle coach. Also learn about abortion and miscarriage. We will weave in doula-based knowledge as well.

Module 13: Perimenopause & Menopause

Understand what the transition of perimenopause and menopause entails and what the body needs. And learn how to support your client in their journey to menopause. We have an expert OBGYN coming in who is specialized in (peri)menopause as well.

Module 14: Common Cyclical Imbalances & How to Support your Client

Get a deeper insight into common cyclical imbalances and how you can help your client to address them. We will dive into things like PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids, low progesterone, estrogen dominance, and more.

Module 15: Functional Nutrition & Optimal Cyclical Health

Learn all about functional + ancestral nutrition that supports your clients throughout their entire cyclical continuum. We will approach this from a functional, ancestral as well as orthomolecular perspective.

Module 16: Lab Testing, Hormone Tests & Communication with Care Providers

Get an in-depth introduction to basic lab testing, understand the difference between standardized and functional lab ranges, dive into advanced testing for cyclical issues and get an introduction to the DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) test, Braverman test, GI map, hair mineral testing, nutritional assessment testing and more. We will also discuss how we can best support our clients in communicating with their primary care provider.

Module 17: Client Assessment & Support

Learn about various cyclical health assessments you can use and how to write client support sheets.

Module 18: Orthomolecular Views on Supplementation

Learn orthomolecular principles on how to determine which supplements or herbal support to use for your client

Module 19: Cyclical Living, Planning & The Energetics of the Menstrual Cycle

Understand how our cycles are so much more than just a physiologic process. Teach your clients to live & plan cyclically, and tune in to the energetics of their cycles.

Module 20: Alternative Healing Modalities for Menstrual Cycle Support

Learn about alternative and ancient healing modalities for menstrual health and where to send your clients (or further educate yourself) for broad-spectrum cyclical support.

On top of pre-recorded study modules, we also offer live guest teaching classes, discussion groups and cyclical business education.

If you feel a YES, join us next year!

SAVE MY SPOT!

What others say:

"Iris cares deeply for people with periods and empowers them with skills that revolutionise every aspect of their life - work, home and relationships. If you are sitting on the fence and don't know whether to take the plunge to do this training, my advice is, don't wait another minute."

Tara Ghosh

"I wanted to work with Iris because I found a post about a "period retreat". I learned so much because Iris knows so much! What I also got was a warm, caring person in Iris. I feel safe being vulnerable and being my truest self around her.

She also is so great at creating a community where I feel safe as well. Any of the programs that I've been a part of gave me so much information but also friends that I feel like "my people"! There are conversations we've had that I don't often have elsewhere and I appreciate that.

I have been so positively impacted by having Iris in my life!"