Dear Menopause

Nov 14 2024 96 ep. 37 mins 29
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Are you experiencing changes to your physical, mental and emotional health you find hard to explain?

Have you tried talking to your doctor/partner/employer/best friend and been left feeling unsupported?

In this weekly show,  host Sonya Lovell interviews a range of experts and shares the stories of everyday people to help you understand what the hell is going on, why and where you can find support, empowerment and most importantly, a like-minded community.

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96: Senator Marielle Smith on Closing the Menopause Support Gap

Nov 14 2024 21 mins  
Join me for an enlightening conversation with Senator Marielle Smith as we explore the transformative Senate Inquiry into Perimenopause and Menopause in Australia. Over the past year, this Inquiry gathered insights from over 300 submissions, culminating in 25 key recommendations supported across political lines by the Liberal Party, Labor, and the Greens. Senator Smith provides a b

95: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Menopause Movement with Johanna Wicks

Nov 07 2024 44 mins  
How does an experienced women's health advocate struggle to recognise her own perimenopausal symptoms? Join me as I explore Johanna Wicks' journey from confusion to advocacy, sparked by Dr. Ginni Mansberg's enlightening book, "The M Word." Jo's story reveals a significant gap in women's health education and sets the stage for her influential role in the national conversation on men

94: Dr Kelly Teagle on Creating Healthy Habits

Mar 21 2024 40 mins  
The question Dr Kelly Teagle has for women is what will it cost you if you don't create healthy habits and make meaningful lifestyle changes now, while you're still young enough for it to make a big impact? In 10 to 20 years, will you be functioning well and still doing all the things that give your life meaning? In this episode, Dr Kelly, a leading GP specialising in women's healt

93: A Short Break

Feb 22 2024 2 mins  
As one of your guides through the ever-shifting landscape of menopause, I'm hitting pause on the podcast to recharge my batteries. But only for 3 short weeks!! Dear Menopause will be back with episode 94 on Friday 22nd March 2024.Make sure you're subscribed or following the podcast to ensure you are notified when the episode drops. While I'm off savouring the joys of travel and adv

92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide

Feb 15 2024 27 mins  
Menopause can leave many women feeling dry, itchy and irritated particularly when it comes to changes in skin health.Join me as Dr Shreya Andric, a leading dermatologist who also specialises in vulvar dermatology, shares her expertise on how declining estrogen and progesterone influence our skin during perimenopause and postmenopause.Dr Andric shares tips on embracing gentle skinca

91: Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips

Feb 08 2024 13 mins  
In this episode, I share 3 essential tips for those days when perimenopause is really kicking your butt, that you can get started with today.The focus is on journaling to keep track of symptoms, how to find a supportive healthcare professional, and small mindful lifestyle changes.These steps are vital for taking back control of your health and choices at a time when you may feel co

90: Australia's Menopause Inquiry and the Push for Health Equity with Senator Marielle Smith

Jan 31 2024 21 mins  
Senator Marielle Smith joins Sonya to discuss the Australian Senate Inquiry into Menopause and Perimenopause. Hear how this Inquiry hopes to break the silence on a topic all too often overlooked. Marielle takes us through the Inquiry's mission to recommend both legislative and societal changes and set the stage for a new era of understanding and support for this area of women's hea

89: Dr Fatima Khan: Weaving Eastern traditions with Western medical science

Jan 25 2024 41 mins  
Have you wished that you could find a Doctor who weaves the wisdom of Eastern traditions with Western medical science?In this conversation with Dr Fatima Khan, we cover everything from hormone health to the influential role of our elders, reminding us that this phase is not just about changes but about adaptation and growth.Hormones can be a rollercoaster, and Dr Khan is no strange

88: Beyond Booze with Sarah Rusbatch

Jan 18 2024 35 mins  
Have you ever found yourself in that murky space where your drinking seems more habitual than social, yet not quite what you'd label as addiction? Join the conversation with Sarah Rusbatch, a distinguished coach navigating the intricacies of grey area drinking. Sarah peels back the layers of her personal narrative, from motherhood to moving abroad, and how these pivotal moments can

87: Achieving Your Dreams Beyond Midlife with Esther Zeledon

Jan 11 2024 37 mins  
Have you ever felt like you're on the cusp of something extraordinary, but you're held back by the invisible chains of expectations? Esther Zeledon, the visionary behind Be Act Change, joins me to unravel the threads of these limitations and together, we tackle the nuances of going after your dreams, especially for those stepping beyond midlife.Transitioning from a career or even r