Just Pause

A fun, insightful and engaging podcast for women in their 30’s and upwards. This podcast is all about preparing yourself mentally, physically, emotionally and nutritionally for the next, inevitable stage of life: the menopause. Keeping things fun and lighthearted whilst diving deeper into how we can help ourselves BEFORE we navigate through the (seemingly negative) perimenopause. We will here from a mixture of special guests who are experts in their fields, and we will also here from listeners sharing their own personal stories. Take a moment to Just Pause!

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Episodes

S1 EP9: Listener Story - Lorraine Dodd

In this episode I interview my wonderful Mum, Lorraine. I wanted to include her listener story as it might inspire some of you to do the same and talk to your Mum (or closest female relative) about their perimenopause journey. Why?? All will be revealed in this episode, so listen until the end! If you would like to share your story please be in touch via Facebook or Instagram @just.pause.pod

Sep 28, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 9

S1 EP8: Jen Albano - Secret Core Club

In this episode Jen and I discuss all things pelvic floor health, hypopressives…..and journaling!! I promise it makes more sense when you listen to the episode why all of these things are covered in one episode!! If you would like to find out more about what Jen does then you can find her @thesecretcoreclub on Facebook and Instagram or check out her website www.secretcoreclub.com

Aug 24, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 8

S1 EP7: Listener Story - Natalie Hillman

Natalie shares her perimenopause journey including hot HOT flushes, depression dips and HRT. If you would like to be a guest on the Just Pause podcast and share your story (all stories are wonderful and worthy of sharing - you never know who you might be helping!) then please get in touch on Facebook or Instagram (follow me too, if you like!) @just.pause.pod

Aug 18, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 7

S1 EP6: Kim Swinden from Women’s Time Counselling

In this episode I catch up with the wonderful psychologist, Kim Swinden from Women’s Time Counselling, to talk all things self care. We tackle the negative connotations that come with perimenopause - whether self imposed or society led; we discuss how to reduce stress and bring self care more into day-to-day life; and if you’re keen to know what the ‘Grandmother hypothesis’ is then listen on….we’ve got you covered! Kim’s contact details are as follows if you would like to be in touch: Kim Swinde...

Aug 10, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 6

S1 EP5 - Listener Story: Karen Whyte

In this episode my high school teacher shares her personal journey, prompted by me asking her to come onto the podcast after seeing a post she put up on Facebook all about her hair (listen on to find out more!). If you would like to come onto the podcast and chat to me about your story then please be in touch @just.pause.pod on Facebook and Instagram.

Jul 20, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5

S1 EP4 - Amanda Thomas: Reiki, Women’s Circles & much more

In this episode I chat to Amanda Thomas, Nurtured Heart Healer & Mentor. Amanda is a writer, sacred space holder, trauma informed Reiki Master & mentor supporting women to reconnect with their heart and feel at home with their body. We talk about Amanda’s Nurtured Heart Women’s Circles; inward listening - moving from your brain down into your body; brain space VS body space; as well as talking through Amanda’s amazing perimenopause journey. You can find Amanda online @_amandajthomas_ on ...

Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 4

S1 EP3 - Kim Swinden: listener story

In this week’s episode we have a listener story with Kim Swinden. She talks about honouring her energy levels, learning to accept the change in brain, emotions & body - learning to welcome these changes rather than pushing them to one side. Remember, if you would like to share your own story on this podcast then please get in touch on Facebook or Instagram and searching for @just.pause.pod

Jul 06, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3

S1 EP2 - Charlie Baker: The Body Positive Fitness Coach

In this episode I interview the amazing Body Positive Fitness Coach: Charlie Baker. We chat all things self love, healthy bodies AND healthy minds. Charlie shares some of her tools to help prepare you for changes in your body as you move through your life ‘seasons’. It is a fabulous interview full of self love passion, laughter and some unexpected advice from a PT! For those who are interested in the Intuitive Eating aspect of this interview, here is a link for you: https://www.intuitiveeating.o...

Jun 29, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 2

S1 EP1: Lucy Nisbeck shares her story

In this episode I interview the gorgeous Lucy Nisbeck about her menopause journey so far. Lucy is a truly inspirational early years teacher (one that you feel truly thankful for that they are out there teaching our next generation!) who shares a lot of positive ways to adapt the negative bumps in the menopause road. I adored recording this episode SO MUCH so I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed recording it!

Jun 24, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1

INTRO Episode

Welcome to the Just Pause Podcast: A podcast for women just like me - late 30’s and wondering what the hell is going to happen when peri-menopause kicks in! I am here to find out all the hints and tips about how to get yourself into the best physical, nutritional, emotional, medical & mindful state BEFORE peri-menopause takes over, to see if it has any impact on how we can navigate our way through it.

Jun 20, 2023•5 min•Season 1Ep. 1

TRAILER

What is the Just Pause Podcast all about? (Full episodes launching Friday 23rd June) Subscribe to the podcast and follow me @just.pause.pod on Instagram to keep up with all the latest news!

May 30, 2023•1 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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