Kyri Unfiltered

Gaslighting isn’t always obvious—but in women’s health, it happens far too often. From being told painful periods are “normal” to waiting nearly a decade for an endometriosis diagnosis, women’s symptoms are frequently dismissed or minimized. This medical gaslighting not only delays care but also carries a huge emotional and financial toll. Add to this the fact that women weren’t even required to be included in medical trials until 1993, and it becomes clear why so many health experiences are overlooked. It’s time for the medical system to listen—not just to the research, but to the women in front of them.

Have you ever been told your blood tests are “normal” while your symptoms are anything but? You’re not alone. Many women with menstrual or fertility concerns hit this frustrating wall—tests come back “fine,” yet nothing feels fine. The truth is, reproductive health testing is far more nuanced than a quick blood count or single iron marker.

Timing matters, too—some hormones need to be tested on specific cycle days for results to actually mean something. From FSH and LH to progesterone, thyroid panels, and nutrient markers, the right tests at the right time can reveal what “normal” ranges often miss.

At Kyri Cycles, we believe in aiming for optimal, not just barely passing. With the right guidance, your results can become a map toward understanding—and improving—your cycle health.

Acupuncture isn’t just about needles — it’s about listening, understanding, and treating your body as a whole. Rooted in over 2,000 years of Chinese medicine, acupuncture offers a gentle yet powerful way to support menstrual health, fertility, and life transitions like perimenopause. From easing painful periods and managing endometriosis symptoms, to regulating ovulation and smoothing the menopause journey, acupuncture works by restoring balance, improving circulation, calming inflammation, and harmonising your hormones. At its heart, Chinese medicine sees your period as a vital sign — one that should arrive and pass with ease. When it doesn’t, it’s a call to look deeper, address the root cause, and return you to feeling vibrant, symptom-free, and in flow with your cycle.

Think your period app has your back? Think again. One minute it’s sending you a smug push notification saying “Your period starts today,” and the next, you’re standing in the supermarket aisle, totally unprepared, silently cursing your phone. The truth? Most apps are just glorified calendars with a pink theme. They guess. They assume. And sometimes… They. Just. Don’t. Get. It. Right.

Enter the Kyri Cycle Basal Body Ring — the wearable that actually knows your cycle. This clever little ring doesn’t rely on cookie-cutter predictions; it reads your body’s actual signals — like basal body temperature, heart rate, and even heart rate variability — to give you real-time, personalised insights. Translation: no more “surprise” periods, no more guessing games, and no more side-eyeing your phone when it gets it wrong.

Night shifts don’t have to wreck your hormones — here’s how to support your cycle while working around the clock.
In our previous blog, we explored how night shifts can disrupt your circadian rhythm and ripple out to impact your hormonal and menstrual health. But now it’s time to shift gears — because while you may not be able to avoid night shifts, there are practical steps you can take to support your body.

From protecting your melatonin production to nourishing your nervous system and tracking your cycle, even small, consistent habits can make a meaningful difference. Whether you’re working nights regularly or just occasionally, these tips are designed to help you restore balance, protect your hormones, and stay connected to your cycle — no matter what your schedule looks like.

Night shifts might keep the world running — but they can throw your hormones off track.
Whether you’re a nurse, midwife, paramedic, police officer, or working in hospitality, night shifts are often part of the job. What rarely gets talked about, though, is how working against your body’s natural circadian rhythm can impact everything from metabolism to menstrual health and fertility.

Your body is designed to be awake during the day and asleep at night — with key hormones like cortisol and melatonin regulating that rhythm. Flip this pattern (hello, night shift), and you can disrupt hormone production, ovulation timing, and even egg quality over time.

If you’re a shift worker and noticing changes in your cycle, you’re not imagining things. In this blog, we break down exactly how night shifts affect reproductive health — and what you can do to support your hormones while still doing the work you love.