The Healthy Menopause Podcast

Okay… we're going there! Sex, desire, intimacy and our relationship with our bodies aren't always the easiest things to talk about- but they are a really important part of women's health. In this episode of The Healthy Menopause Podcast , I’m joined by Jo Brown , integrative sexologist, embodiment teacher and counsellor, to have a very open conversation about what can happen to our sexuality and i...

Is the advice to “eat less and exercise more” leaving you frustrated in perimenopause? In this episode of The Healthy Menopause Podcast , I’m joined by Angelique Clark , Accredited Practising Dietitian, Nutritionist and Accredited Exercise Physiologist, with more than 20 years of clinical experience. We’re unpacking what actually happens to muscle, metabolism and body composition during perimenopa...

Melanie White is an Executive Coach, Performance Strategist (PCC), and Certified Menopause Practitioner who is passionate about helping high-performing women and the organisations that rely on them thrive through midlife and beyond. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Sage Women's Health, Melanie works at the intersection of women's health, leadership, and workplace wellbeing. She partners with organisat...

Join pharmacist, nutritionist and Certified Menopause Practitioner Sarah Gray and I, as we unpack the signs of perimenopause, the truth about supplements, and how nutrition, lifestyle and hormone therapy can work together to support women through midlife. Sarah Gray is one of Australia's only dual-qualified Pharmacist Nutritionists and a Certified Menopause Practitioner. She is the founder of The...

Why does weight suddenly seem to increase during perimenopause and menopause, even when nothing has changed? It's one of the most common and frustrating questions women ask during midlife, and in this episode of The Healthy Menopause Podcast , I'm joined by Dr Angela Kwong to unpack the science behind weight change, metabolic health, body composition, and the growing conversation around GLP-1 medi...

Why this episode is different... This episode marks an exciting new chapter for The Healthy Menopause Podcast . For years, my work has focused on supporting women through perimenopause, menopause and midlife health- helping women understand their bodies, build strength, improve their health and feel empowered through this important stage of life. But over time, one thing became increasingly clear:...

Saba is an Iranian-Australian Accredited Exercise Physiologist based in Brisbane. She has a unique professional journey, transitioning from engineering into exercise physiology after returning to university as a mature-age student to pursue work more closely aligned with her passion for health and helping others. She now supports older adults to improve strength, balance, mobility, and confidence,...

The Wild Woman Within: Reclaiming Your Power in Midlife What if midlife wasn't a crisis, but an awakening? In this inspiring conversation, I welcome Kersten Stengel back to the podcast to explore the powerful phases of womanhood, the Maiden, Mother, Wild Woman and Crone- and how these archetypes can help us better understand the transitions of midlife. Together, we discuss why so many women experi...

Today's guest brings a really unique perspective to the menopause conversation because she represents the next generation of doctors and researchers who are helping to shape the future of women's health. Joining me today is Ashima Elsa Philip, a final-year medical student currently living in Mauritius. Alongside her medical studies, Ashima developed an interest in medical research during her secon...

A little different from my usual menopause content... Earlier this year, I had the privilege of speaking on a panel at a major Brisbane organisation's International Women's Day 2026 event. In this short snippet, I share why I am so passionate about improving healthcare outcomes for women, advocating for better support in the workplace, and challenging some of the long-standing gaps that continue t...

Today’s episode is such an honest and important conversation about the emotional side of menopause- the identity shifts, mental load, and struggles so many women experience but rarely discuss openly. Joining me in this episode is Wendy Naumovski, a hair and makeup artist of over 30 years, salon owner, author of Wendy Talks Menopause . After decades of listening to women share their struggles from...

In this solo episode of The Healthy Menopause Podcast , I break down why menopause is far more than a conversation about symptoms, and why it should be viewed as a critical health intervention point for women. I introduce my  Midlife Health Trifecta framework, exploring the three key systems most impacted during menopause: ✔️ Muscle ✔️ Bone ✔️ Metabolic health Drawing on the latest evidence in men...

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Anna Barry to the show! Anna is an Accredited Nutritionist with a Master’s in Human Nutrition, specialising in women’s metabolic and hormonal health. She’s passionate about supporting women through perimenopause, helping them tackle challenges like weight gain, insulin resistance, low energy, and disrupted sleep. Anna takes a whole-body, preventative approach, focusi...

Hey babes! In this solo episode of The Healthy Menopause Podcast , I’m taking you inside the foundations I teach in my Perimenopause Reset program. We dive into what self-care actually means (hint: it’s not just bubble baths... it’s about truly valuing yourself) and how your daily habits directly impact your symptoms. I break down the 4 key lifestyle pillars: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress...

Lauren Conneely is a Certified Nutrition Coach, Accredited Health & Wellness Coach, and Certified Menopause Coach with a real passion for helping women navigate hormone health and midlife with confidence. Lauren’s path into this work is a powerful one. After more than 20 years working as a corporate trainer and wine marketer, she experienced her own health challenges in her late 30s, including...

Kersten Stengel is a Clinical Nutritionist, Yoga Therapist, educator, author, and speaker whose work beautifully bridges science, spirituality, and trauma-aware practice. Kersten’s story is one of resilience and reinvention. A former Deputy Principal and volunteer emergency services personnel, she dedicated her life to service and leadership. But after a workplace assault abruptly ended her 20-yea...