Healthy Her

Suffering a loss can be devastating, be it the loss of a loved one, finances, career, a home, a life we dreamed of and more. Host Amelia Phillips and resilience expert Vashti Whitfield discuss how how we can move through the grief after a loss, how we can rebuild and  reshape our life to be something of intense meaning and purpose. They discuss how to support our kids through a loss, and what incr...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes with Dr Norman Swan and Lara Cook, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better.  About the guest: Dr Norman Swan, a multi-award winning producer, broadcaster and Physician journalist. He hosts two popular podcasts; The Health Report and Coronacast, which won a walkley award last yea...

There’s nothing more concerning than when our kids go through troubled times, be it anxiety, depression, friendship fires, home life struggles or ill health. But could one remedy for this be right under our nose… the family pet? Or even a trip to a local farm for some equine assisted therapy. Host Amelia Phillips and therapist Lara Cook discuss how animal assisted therapy can be a powerful tool fo...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to pull yourself out of the crippling feeling of being a bad parent, her top tips on eating healthy on a budget, and how to start running (or get back into running) the safest, most effective way.  Show notes: Fresh and local produce delivery service in Sydney: https://w...

The quantified self movement refers to a cultural phenomenon we’re seeing of self-tracking with technology, be it smart watches, fitness tracking apps, and more recently finger prick technology. Host Amelia Phillips and Adjunct professor Phil Hayes St Clair discuss the best way for busy Mums to use this data to improve their health, new finger prick technology looking at multiple blood biomarkers...

Most of us want to live longer, healthier years. Research is indicating that our longevity is no more just about the genetic cards we are dealt, but actually we have more controllable elements at our finger tips than ever before. Host Amelia Phillips and Dr Norman Swan, a multi-award winning producer, broadcaster and Physician journalist, discuss the latest longevity and anti-aging research. They...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This ep goes behind Wendy MacCarthy who was instrumental in decriminalising abortion, and Alisa Latto, who grew an empire from the desire to raise healthy kids in a healthy home.  About the guests: Wendy McCarthy is nothing short of a po...

Described by Quentin Bryce as a 'National Treasure' Wendy McCarthy has been instrumental in shaping today's experience of motherhood. Host Amelia Phillips and Wendy discuss how she was able to be a feminist, activist, mother and teacher, how she campaigned to allow fathers to be present during birth, to decriminalise abortion in NSW in 2019, and ended up deputy chair of the ABC. She tells us how w...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on how to effectively manage kids screen time, some quick fixes for tight backs and what to do when your relationship is going through a rough patch. If you have a question you can contact her below. Stretches: Lower back twist Angel Pose Strength: Plank About the host: Amelia...

With so many chemicals in everyday products how can we know which ones are the worst culprits, and what are some safer, effective alternatives? How can we fight off colds and boost our kids immunity the natural way? Host Amelia Phillips and founder of 123 Nourish Me Alisa Latto discuss the practical family hacks to reduce toxin exposure and fight off sickness at the first sign of a sore throat.  A...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This ep goes behind domestic abuse expert Jess Hill and Gastroenterologist Dr B, and their interviews.  About the guests: Jess Hill is an investigative journalist who has been writing about domestic violence since 2014. Prior to this, sh...

NY times best selling author Dr B joins host Amelia Phillips to discuss gut sensitivities and their solution. They discuss latest research, the gut brain axis, how it really works. Why food sensitivities can arise for no apparent reason, and how to diagnose them. They discuss histamines, FODMAPS, the best ways to heal our gut and Dr Bs favourite gut healing foods.   About the guest: NY T...

Host Amelia Phillips answers our listener questions with simple hacks and products she loves. Today she answers questions on the top tips for better sleep, what to do if you're worried about your child's weight, and how to support your kids when you relocate homes.  Sleep: Ceiling Projection Clock Dr Carmel Harrington Episode on Sleep Biocuticals Ultra Night Muscle Ease Pure Inventions Tea: N...

Not all abusive relationships are as violent as the ones we hear about in the news, yet they can still be devastating for those involved. Many women may be questioning if their relationship or maybe a close friend’s relationship constitutes domestic abuse. Maybe they just ‘fight passionately’ or he just really ‘loves her so much he cares about her every move’. But how can we tell if a relationship...

Host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. Celebrity Erin Barnett and 'Just another Mummy Blog's' Steph Pase give us some insights into their personal life.  About the guest: Erin Barnett is a nurse, author and public figure, appearing on reality shows Beauty and the Geek, Love i...

Could decluttering achieve more than just a tidy house? With over half a million followers across her platforms, Steph Pase knows a thing or two about organising our house and life.  She and host Amelia Phillips discuss the top tips to decluttering and organising our home, as well as the hearing how it actually helped Steph's journey through post natal depression. They also discuss what it's like...

In this episode she answers questions on: how to shift the Covid kg, building resilience in kids after setbacks. And she also talks about the importance of the labels we put on our eating patterns. Got a question on health, fitness, parenting or career? Send it in and host Amelia Phillips will answer it.  Episode on Resilience with Dr Lyn Worsley: Raising Resilient Kids Using the Resilience Doughn...

Erin Barnett is a public figure, having been on Channel 7's Beauty and the Geek, the runner-up on 9's Love Island and channel 10's I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here. But behind her reality TV lifestyle Erin has been battling debilitating PCOS and Endometriosis. Host Amelia Phillips and Erin discuss the symptoms, diagnosis, management options and why cases are on the rise. Perfect for Mums of tee...

In this new segment, host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This week she dissects independent candidate Dr Sophie Scamps and mindset coach Dominique Bertolucci's episode and airs some personal questions she asked each guest. About the guest: Dr. Sophie Scamps is the independ...

Got a question on health, fitness, parenting or career? Send it in and host Amelia Phillips will answer it. In this episode she answers questions on: lunch box hacks for making them faster and healthier, how to get back into exercise after a break, and the best way to manage toddler tantrums Show notes: Healthy lunch box inspo:  @kidlunchbox  @things.my.kids.wont.eat @kidslunchboxrevolution @bento...

There's been a rise in female independents vying for a seat in federal parliament, willing to pause successful careers, and step away from family commitments. What makes a woman take that challenging leap, step out of her comfort zone, and take such a big, public risk? Dr Sophie Scamps is one such woman; a successful GP, mother of two, and now independent candidate for Mackellar in Sydney. Dr Soph...

Are you ready to find that sparkle, motivation and joy again, but you're feeling too exhausted to even begin? Host Amelia Phillips speaks with Domonique Bertolucci, best-selling author of The Happiness Code and seven other books about happiness on how to find your motivation using the intention method. They discuss purposeful clarity, a new version of goal setting that doesn't set you up for failu...

In this new segment, host Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. This week she dissects Dr Norman Swan and Sean Szeps' episode and airs some personal questions she asked each guest.  About the guests: Sean Szeps is a  podcaster, presenter and content creator, he’s also husband to...

For many, the decision to vaccinate children 5-12yo is not an easy one. Host Amelia Phillips discusses the major concerns with physician journalist Dr Norman Swan. Concerns such as long term impacts on health and fertility, efficacy of the vaccine and severity of Covid are unpacked. They also discuss top findings in Dr Swans book ' So you think you know what's good for you' covering major health t...

In this new Healthy Her segment, host Amelia Phillips answers listener questions. She answers questions on: how to manage mummy rage, top tips for exercise consistency, and whether it's better to focus on calories or nutrients for weight loss.  About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise, nutrition, parenting and business expert with a career spanning 26 years in health. She's a registered exer...