Menopause Conversations

💤 Why Sleep is the Most Important Nutrient After Oxygen In this episode of Menopause Conversations , Angela dives deep into why sleep is critical for women’s health—especially during the menopause transition. You’ll discover: Why poor sleep raises risks of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even dementia. The difference between deep sleep (detoxifying the brain and body) and REM sleep (memory,...

Energy in Menopause: What’s Draining It — and How to Get It Back In this episode, Angela breaks down why energy can decrease during the menopause transition and what you can do about it. From hormonal shifts that affect your energy systems to everyday habits and hidden drains most women miss, she shares simple steps to rebuild steady energy without relying on things like caffeine. She covers: What...

Struggling with memory lapses , brain fog , or feeling like you’re losing your edge during menopause? In this empowering episode of the Menopause Conversations podcast, host Angela Counsel explains why these symptoms are common—and what you can do about them. Drawing from cutting-edge neuroscience and her own experiences, Angela reveals that your brain isn’t breaking down—it’s upgrading. Discover...

In this insightful episode, Angela unpacks a powerful truth: not every symptom you’re experiencing is automatically “just menopause.” From brain fog and weight gain to low energy and hair loss, many of the signs we blame on hormones might have deeper underlying causes. Is the shift in your hormones the cause of your symptoms or triggering some of the symptoms that your hormones were previously mas...

Do You Have a Health Plan for Midlife and Beyond? You have a business plan. You have a financial plan. But what about a health plan ? In this episode of the Menopause Conversations podcast, Angela poses one of the most important — and overlooked — questions midlife women need to ask themselves: Do I have a plan for my health as I age? With honesty and insight, Angela dives into the concept of heal...

Welcome to Series 5 of Menopause Conversations with your host Angela Counsel! After a short break, we're back—and this season, we're diving deep into a topic that is not talked about enough: the impact of menopause on women running businesses, leading teams, and holding corporate roles. In this powerful opening episode, Angela shares personal stories and expert insights on how hormonal shifts affe...

This year has marked a significant shift in how menopause is perceived and discussed, both globally and in our region. We've witnessed a great move towards openness and support. In Australia we have seen a Senate inquiry into perimenopause and menopause, resulting in 25 recommendations aimed at better supporting women. In New Zealand, we’ve seen organisations like Gender at Work being instrumental...

Were you aware of Australia's Senate inquiry into Menopause over the past few months? If not, you're not alone. In today’s episode of Menopause Conversations , I’m joined by Sonya Lovell , an advocate for challenging societal stigmas and taboos, and for promoting better education and resources for all people as they transition through menopause. Sonya’s journey began at 47 when she experienced ind...

Have you found yourself wondering why your body feels off-kilter during the menopause transition? It might be time to look deeper into your gut health. Imagine your body as a symphony orchestra. Each hormone plays an essential role, but the one conducting the gig is your gut. There is more to your gut than just digestion, it's central to hormone balance. In this episode of Menopause Conversations...

Menopause changes more than your hormones—it transforms your skin, also. In this episode of Menopause Conversations , we highlight the surprising ways menopause impacts your skin and how you can take charge of your skin’s health with natural, effective strategies. Many women will experience dryness, wrinkles, dullness, or sensitivity during perimenopause and beyond, but it’s not just because you'r...

If you are noticing thinning hair or unexpected facial hair growth during menopause this episode is for you. Today in the Menopause Conversations Podcast , we dive into the causes of hair loss during menopause, from hormonal imbalances to thyroid issues, stress, and nutrient deficiencies. I'll walk you through practical steps to manage hair loss and support regrowth, including tips on managing str...

Have you noticed strange, new allergy symptoms creeping in during perimenopause? Whether it’s recurring headaches, itchy skin, sinus congestion, brain fog, heightened anxiety or even eczema, these symptoms could be a result of fluctuating hormones that spike your body’s histamine levels. In this episode of Menopause Conversations , we dive into the surprising reason behind why allergies often wors...

If migraines are showing up in your life for the first time, seem to be increasing or have become debilitating, put the Panadol aside and take a listen to this episode of Menopause Conversations . We explore why migraines become more severe during perimenopause, the cause and what you can do to help alleviate them. As you may have suspected, HORMONES are the key contributors as we ride the rollerc...

Join us as we take a trip down memory lane and my conversation with Angela Raspass. Angela is a coach and mentor who specialises in helping women create "next chapter" businesses. Whether it’s the second, third, or even fourth chapter of life, Angela guides women as they explore new ventures. Together, we discuss the importance of face-to-face connections and the longing many women feel for someth...

In this inspiring episode of Menopause Conversations I sat down with Carren Smith, a recognised Australian number 1 International Speaker, who's talks often focus on overcoming adversity, personal transformation and finding purpose. As a survivor of the Bali bombings, Carren faced immense tragedy, losing her two best friends in the attack and endured years of depression. She draws on her own exper...

Is Fear keeping you small, creating self-doubt and affecting your ability to make decisions in your life and live the life you want? In this week's Menopause Conversations episode I revisit a conversation I had with Tegan Marshall, author of several books, including Facing Fears and Courage to be Brave. Tegan’s passion is to make a difference in someone else’ life, making their journey a little ea...

In this week's episode of Menopause Conversations , I sit down with Lynda Dyer, an accomplished coach, speaker, and author of 11 best-selling books, as well as an NLP Master Trainer, to explore the mindset around aging. We live in a society that often glorifies youth, leaving many older women feeling invisible or unworthy. But is it solely society’s influence, or do our personal and family beliefs...

In this episode of the Menopause Conversations Podcast , I chat with Tantra Intimacy Coach Taryn Harvey about important and often shied away from topics surrounding intimacy, especially post children. Taryn shares her unique journey from pharmaceutical rep to being a Tantra Coach who teaches men and women how to re-connect to their sensuality. We covered a range of topics including: The difference...

This week's podcast topic is such an important one as we focus on Menopause in the Workplace. For many years the topic of menopause was not discussed in public and certainly was not spoken about in the workplace. In fact, a study showed that when asked, women felt a sense of secrecy, isolation, being too scared to speak up because of the stigma around the topic and being discriminated against. One...

On this week's episode of Menopause Conversations we revisit a previous episode (previously the Wise Women Conversations Podcast), and look at what happens to relationships as you move through your menopause years. For some women it is a time of new beginnings, for others it is a time of endings, and some may find relationships challenging so in this episode I chat with Couples Counsellor Iman Isk...

In this episode we delve into an essential conversation for women navigating the peri-menopause and menopause transition and joining us for this conversation is Denise McKenzie. Denise is an ex-nurse and highly experienced Personalised Health Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutrition, Mindset, and Trauma-Informed Coach with over 25 years of expertise in the health and fitness industry. She is passionate...

When we see any kind of health professional, we want to receive a personalised approach to our health rather than a standard, general response to concerns. Our health during the menopause transition is no different. In this podcast episode I’ll walk you through Personalised Health , a truly groundbreaking approach to your health, particularly important during this transition. Personalised Health i...

On this weeks special episode of the Menopause Conversations Podcast, I am joined by guest Vanamala Mayr-Reisch, a recent recipient of a Women Changing the World Award. With an extensive knowledge of the body, mind and spirit acquired over 35 years of working with people, Vanamala's focus is empowering women and instilling a positive body image for mental and physical wellbeing. Esp...

Understanding your body's needs can make all the difference as you transition through Menopause and this week’s episode covers two vital nutrients - Antioxidants and Essential Fatty Acids. Discover: What antioxidants and essential fatty acids are, and why they’re crucial for your health. Why women in menopause need more of these nutrients. The best foods to include in your diet and if supplements...

In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked mineral, zinc, and its significant role in supporting women through menopause. Zinc is essential for numerous bodily functions, but its impact on hormone regulation, bone health, and mood stabilisation makes it particularly crucial during menopause. We explore how zinc helps balance estrogen and progesterone levels, supports bone density to preven...