Brain fog – why can't I think straight? It's a common fear when you start forgetting names, wondering why you just walked into a room, struggling to concentrate…that what if this is the start of dementia? It's a proven fact that this cloudy thinking becomes worse for many of us around perimenopause. But the good news is that most times these aren't early signs of dementia. In this episode Dr Caroline Gurvich , a clinical neuropsychologist at Monash University in Melbourne, discusses the research...
Feb 27, 2022•20 min•Season 3Ep. 1
During menopause, this midway point in life, it's not uncommon for women to feel stuck in a rut, or perhaps a little bit disappointed by how life’s turned out at. So in this episode we help you clear the path to a really rewarding next chapter. Michelle Seelig , is a midlife transition counsellor and coach shares strategies to help you rediscover joy, and live a life you truly love. Michelle Seelig runs the Live Well Playground in Melbourne. https://thelivewellplayground.com.au/about-michelle-se...
Nov 21, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Award-winning makeup artist Amanda Ramsay is ‘pro-ageing’. Her mission is to deliver confidence to women at midlife. Amanda explains the key changes that happen to our skin around menopause and the essential skincare regimen that can restore a healthy ‘glow’. Plus, she imparts smart tips for applying makeup so you look confidently polished and radiant. Don't miss this! Amanda Ramsay offers online makeup masterclasses exclusively tailored to women 40+. Visit https://www.amandaramsay.com.au/ See o...
Nov 14, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Many of us go around judging ourselves and at the same time feeling wild outbursts of anger, frustration and sadness that can all brought on by our see-sawing hormones. What if there was a lighter way you could be – no medication required? Mindfulness coach Charlotte Thaarup shares tips for managing frustrating real life scenarios with grace and calm. And she coaches us through a simple technique to stop, pause and live in more in the moment. Learn how to swap the noisy destructive chatter in ou...
Nov 07, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are experiencing menopause hell and want to start feeling healthy and fit in their 40s and beyond. In episode 1 of this series she shared her own story, and in this episode she's back with a veritable toolkit of practical ways to look after your health at midlife. She explains how to avoid weight gain, overcoming emotional eating, soothe stress and anxiety, recharge your energy and rediscover the inner happy you. Amanda's lively Facebook group is c...
Oct 31, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Hot flushing when talking to your boss, a memory that now has more holes than swiss cheese... menopause can make us feel less confident in our jobs. In this episode workplace and wellbeing coach Thea O'Connor shares game-changing tips and tactics for when our hormones invade us at work. Learn how to sail through with confidence. Learn more about Thea's online program The Change to help menopausal women thrive in their workplace here: https://www.thea.com.au/the-change/ See omnystudio.com/listene...
Oct 24, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 2
A subtle, progressive shift in our hormones can start as early as our late 30s, and it creates a raft of changes in our body and our brain. While it’s different for every woman, this can include mood swings, migraines, depression, loss of confidence and feeling like you’re not yourself anymore. Author and fitness coach Amanda Thebe dubs it the ‘ Menopocalypse ’. In this episode Amanda describes her harrowing journey through perimenopause, from her debilitating symptoms to how she behaved with he...
Oct 17, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this final episode of the season, comedian Julia Morris shares hilarious stories of her own menopausal adventures. She opens up about the professional counselling she went through to relieve her menopausal mood swings. “I wanted to stab people!” she says. Julia also shares some valuable advice on being kind to yourself at this sensitive time. Yes, there’s practical tools from Julia, along with a few great belly laughs to help us sail happily through menopause and beyond. CREDITS Host: Andrea ...
Dec 08, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Three out of four women suffer from a pretty crappy sex life during menopause – though it’s hardly something we talk about. Common symptoms are not feeling in the mood, suffering from dry or painful sex, and physical changes down there. But all is not lost as sexologist Tracey Cox, author of Great Sex Starts at 50 , talks frankly and offers practical advice to maintaining a happy, healthy sexual relationship. Warning: this episode includes graphic content. CREDITS Host: Andrea Duvall. Producer: ...
Dec 01, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The good news is that there are great treatments available to nip your menopause symptoms in the bud. They'll not just take away the hot flushes, but soothe the mood swings, restore sleep and make you feel like yourself again. GP Dr Ginni Mansberg, author of The M Word , talks about the latest the evidence around HRT: Is it really safe? What kinds of symptoms does it treat? And if you want an all-natural option, Ginni shares what science shows really works – you’ll be surprised! CREDITS Host: An...
Nov 24, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Yes, you may feel like you’re going a little crazy, but rest assured it’s not you, it’s your hormones. Psychologist Dr Emmanuella Murray talks about the common intense changes that our hormones can cause: If you feel like your normal happy self has been stolen, or if you suddenly want want to leap out and punch someone who cuts you off in traffic, you’ll know what we mean. Dr Emanuella discusses how it’s quite normal to feel overwhelmed by life, exhausted and lose any sense of fun. And she share...
Nov 17, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Why do so many of us notice weight creeping on - especially around our belly - during menopause? In this episode, Dr Joanna McMillan , leading nutrition scientist, author and creator of Get Lean , explains why our metabolism slows down. And she discusses why belly fat can be risky for our overall health, compared with 'bingo wings' and the other places we may have discovered added padding. Dr Joanna guides us through how to curb weight gain without 'dieting'. She shares a range of simple 'tweaks...
Nov 10, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by hot flushes, intense mood swings and exhaustion from another lousy night’s sleep, you’re not alone. In this episode GP Dr Ginni Mansberg, author of The M Word (Murdoch Books, $32.99), explains what's really going on with our bodies, and what changes you can expect as you navigate this roller coaster of hormones that take over your body somewhere between the ages of 40 and 60. Dr Ginni answers the most common questions women ask, and shares down-to-earth advice fo...
Nov 03, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1
