Hormones & Heels

Many women tell us they do not feel attractive in the same way they used to. In this episode, we explore how style can help you reconnect with confidence, sensuality and the feeling of being comfortable in your own skin. We talk about why sexy is sensory before it is visual, how fabrics, movement and fit affect how you feel, and why your underwear drawer matters more than you think. We also cover...

Sandra Cohen (functional medicine practitioner, complex midlife hormone nutritionist) and Shabrina Kara (Image consultant & colour specialist) break the taboo on what many women experience in perimenopause and menopause but rarely say out loud: vaginal dryness, itchiness, burning, irritation, painful sex, recurrent UTIs , and how this can quietly impact libido, intimacy, confidence, and “roomm...

Why does your skin suddenly change in your 40s? Hormones, stress, gut health and even your wardrobe all play a role. In this episode we reveal how to rebuild glow, confidence and healthy skin in midlife. Menopause skin changes are one of the most common concerns women experience during perimenopause and midlife. How to Glow in Menopause: Skin, Hormones, Style & Confidence Why does your skincar...

What No One Tells Midlife Women Midlife isn’t a crisis. But the way women are treated in midlife can be. When your hormones shift, your body changes and suddenly society hands you a new job description: stay small, stay quiet, stay young. No thank you. In this episode of Hormones and Heels , Sandra Cohen (functional nutritionist and root cause hormone practitioner) and Shabrina Kara (stylist and i...

A Realistic Midlife Guide to Party Season Listen if you want December to feel less like survival mode – and to move through the season feeling more comfortable, more yourself, and a lot kinder towards the body you are living in. Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode Download the Fall/Winter Trend Edit – Shabrina’s free guide to styling the season’s updates without starting from scratch C...

Trends, Colours & Outfits for Midlife Women September has its own energy. The light shifts, the air cools, and routines fall back into place. It’s not just kids who get a back-to-school moment—midlife women deserve one too. This season is your chance to reset your wardrobe, embrace trends that feel good, and step into autumn visible and confident. In Part 2 of our September Reset series, hosts...

The Midlife Inner Reset You Need Now September feels like a fresh notebook: crisp pages, new intentions, and the perfect moment to pause and ask: How do I want to reset myself for this season of life? In this intimate episode of Hormones & Heels, Sandra and Shabrina open up about their own summer resets: from family trips that reconnected them to their roots, to quiet moments of self-care, and...

Black & Beige No More. In this episode of Hormones & Heels, we explore how embracing colour on your plate, in your wardrobe, and in your mindset can reset the way you feel and show up. You’ll learn easy, actionable tips to: Refresh your wardrobe with simple pops of colour for instant confidence Break free from hiding in neutrals and step into visibility Eat the rainbow to nourish your horm...

Navigating Perimenopause with Confidence. What happens when your mind goes foggy, your body feels foreign, and the career you once loved no longer fits? In this powerful episode, we explore the often-unspoken reality of how perimenopause can disrupt not just your hormones but your identity, your career, and your confidence. We’re joined by a former corporate professional who experienced burnout, d...

Stop Hiding in Clothes That Weigh You Down. In this transformative episode of Hormones & Heels, Sandra Cohen (functional nutritionist & kinesiologist) and Shabrina Kara (stylist & image consultant) unpack why so many midlife women hide in oversized, outdated, or ill-fitting clothes - and how that quiet habit is deeply tied to self-worth, body image, and confidence. This episode is a ca...

How Oestrogen, ADHD, and nutrition collide in the midlife experience. Brain fog. Emotional overwhelm. Scattered focus. Is it just perimenopause… or something more? In this episode of Hormones & Heels, we’re joined by fellow practitioner Lucinda Miller to unpack the surprising overlap between ADHD and perimenopause—a topic that’s rarely talked about, but deeply relatable for midlife women. Host...

How Menopause Can Be Your Most Empowering Chapter Yet - With special guest: Samantha Lawton, Franchise Director at Women in Business Network (WIBN) What if menopause was more than a transition—it was your invitation to rise? This week on Hormones & Heels , we meet Samantha Lawton , powerhouse leader of 11 WIBN (Women in Business Network) franchise groups, who shares how her own perimenopausal...

How to Dress for the Woman You’re Becoming Is your wardrobe stuck in the past while you’re evolving into a new version of yourself? This episode is your midlife style reset. Join Shabrina Kara and Sandra Cohen as they unpack how to align your clothes with the confident, visible, and powerful woman you’re becoming. Shabrina brings expert style guidance, while Sandra shares mindset and wellness insi...

What’s Really Happening in Your Body Menopause can feel like the wildest rollercoaster ride of your life , with hormones fluctuating, energy levels shifting, and myths about weight, metabolism, and exercise flying around everywhere. In this episode of Heels & Hormones , we’re tackling what’s real and what’s absolute rubbish when it comes to menopause and your body. We break down what’s actuall...

How to See Yourself in a New Light. Menopause isn’t just a physical transition—it’s an opportunity for reinvention . In this episode of Hormones & Heels , we explore how shifting your mindset can transform the way you experience this stage of life . We dive into how to break free from feelings of stagnation or invisibility , set meaningful intentions that align with your values, and create spa...

Why We’re Starting This Conversation Menopause has been dismissed, misunderstood, and often ignored—but not anymore. In this debut episode of Heels & Hormones, hosts Shabrina, a stylist and image coach, and Sandra, a functional nutritionist, open up about why menopause can feel overwhelming and why so many women start to feel invisible during this transition. They share their holistic, inside-...