Self Care Club

The epilogue is back with more feedback from the club's lovely listeners and we hear about how everyone is getting along with "challenge of the week" (especially compliment week) Also did Nicole stick her face to the wall to see if it worked like the mask? Tune in to find out! With special thanks to @faceittea for gifting us 2 face masks to trial. For more info on their products visit - www.faceit...

This week the ladies try out the very instagramable LED face masks. They discuss how the beauty industry probably sells us a promise it can't always keep and whether or not, this celeb favourite mask, is part of that. As always expect some off topic discussions and Lauren's "interesting" take on a skincare regime. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on In...

In this weeks epilogue show Lauren and Nicole chat more about their week of giving and receiving compliments, hear feedback from the listeners about how they feel on the subject and Nicole ropes Lauren and even producer James into her ‘compliments circle; game which makes everyone (except Nicole) squirm. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and...

This week the ladies chat all about compliments. They practice how to dish them out in an authentic way that has an impact and even more importantly, how to receive them with grace. Lauren gets a touch stuck while Nicole happily accepts what comes her way. Listen now to how they get on with a whole week of telling people they are great and accepting compliments themselves? If you like what we do h...

In this weeks epilogue show Lauren and Nicole chat more about matcha and hear from the listeners about whether or not they are fans of the drink. They set their ‘challenge of the week’ and discuss getting ready to set sail for Goop at Sea. Thank you to Perfect Ted for gifting us the matcha powder and guesting on the show. You can find out all about them and their product at @perfect.ted or www.per...

It’s tea time! And not just any old tea, but matcha tea. This week the ladies explore the wonderful world of matcha. Find out how Nicole feels after drinking it before gym sessions and how Lauren got on with including it in every recipe she could find. There is even a live taste testing session in the studio. Will there be matcha matcha love for this special brew? If you like what we do here and w...

In todays epilogue show Lauren and Nicole discuss how they have been feeling after a week of not people pleasing. Has there been any fallout or has it changed their lives for the better? They issue listeners with their challenge of the week and discuss CBD leggings - gimmick or great idea? If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @Self...

This week, Nicole and Lauren stopped people pleasing! All too often women have an emotional need to please others often at the expense of his or her own needs or desires leading to a loss of self, depletion and resentment. In today’s episode, the ladies have a quiz to find out if you are a people pleaser and give clear steps as to how to stop and instead how to start attuning yourself to your own...

Welcome to the first epilogue show of the new series! On today’s epilogue show, Lauren and Nicole discuss the scientific evidence about reiki and hear back from the listeners about their thoughts and experiences of the practice. Elsewhere, in the wellness newsflash there is yet another example of the ongoing saga that is ‘things you should not put in your vagina’ If you like what we do here and wa...

Welcome back to the first show of the new series! This week the ladies experience energy healing through reiki with some surprising and revealing results. Join us to find out how Lauren and Nicole got on, how they became Instagram ‘colleagues’ with a porn photographer and more information on flexible rectums than you will ever need in a lifetime. If you like what we do here and want to be part of...

Self Care Club are back with a brand new season Tuesday 14th September and we can't wait. Here is a snippet of what to expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/self-care-club--6942824/support. Get in touch & come follow us on:Instagram Tiktok thttps://www.tiktok.com/@40ish.podcastJoin our privat...

Lauren and Nicole are back in the studio for more chat about body positivity! The ladies discuss the merits of body neutrality over body positivity, and Tova Leigh explains how the body positivity movement can distract from more pressing and immediate feminist issues. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've...

This week, Lauren and Nicole are practising body positivity! The ladies are taking a long hard look in the mirror and being honest about body image - as well as whether or not the body positivity movement is for them. Join us for some tips on how to be more comfortable in your own skin this summer! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instag...

Lauren and Nicole are back in the studio to answer the question on everyone’s lips: did Nicole make true on her promise to give perineum sunning a fair shake? And the answer is… sort of. Also on today’s show, we hear your reactions to this wellness trend, hear a wholesome story about meditating farmer John Butler and reveal what’s next for our Self Care Club Summer Staycation. If you like what we...

Well, it’s finally happening. This week for the Self Care Club Summer Staycation, Lauren and Nicole have tried perineum sunning. That’s right, the ladies tasked themselves with lying in their gardens, legs akimbo, to see whether sunning their perineums really does balance their hormones and charge their auras. Strap in for a hilarious show, with a surprise twist! If you like what we do here and wa...

Today, marks a huge milestone for the Self Care Club: it’s our 100th episode! We’ve put together a retrospective of your favourite shows, as well as discuss what practices we’re still doing 100 episodes later. Thank you so much for tuning each week and for making the show what it is today - we couldn’t do it without you! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow u...

Today, we’re kicking off week one of the very special Self Care Club’s Summer Staycation! First off, the ladies discuss the importance of rest and address the central question of why it’s so hard for women to give themselves permission to just take a break. So clear out your busy schedules and get ready to spend some quality time with yourself! If you like what we do here and want to be part of th...

On today’s Epilogue Show, Lauren and Nicole chat some more about the side-effects of past life regression therapy. Elsewhere, we cover part three of the great knicker shape debate and sheet masks for your vulva. Oh, dear. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned on th...

A controversial subject for many, this week Lauren and Nicole took a step back in time! In today’s episode, the ladies reveal their riveting past life stories - from picking vegetables as a 14th Century farm boy to a circus owner à la The Greatest Showman. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out a...

On today’s show, Lauren and Nicole revisit teeth whitening and whether or not it has become a staple in their self-care. Elsewhere, Lauren shares her summer reading list and the ladies talk about the valuable lessons they learned during lockdown that they will be bringing into the post-pandemic world. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Ins...

This week, Lauren and Nicole explore the world of teeth whitening! The ladies discuss what options are available to those wanting to whiten their teeth, explore Lauren’s intimate relationship with her dentist and despair over husbands trying to steal teeth whitening contraptions. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPo...

Lauren and Nicole are back in the studio to discuss period pants and whether or not this sustainable alternative has remained a part of their self-care. Also on today’s show, Lauren continues her anti-G-string rhetoric, the ladies discuss VPL and pop socks, and we (unfortunately) discover the world of penis facials. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on...

In the world of sustainable menstruation products, period pants and reusable sanitary pads are king! Lauren and Nicole investigate whether or not these products actually work and if you should be incorporating them into your monthly period routine. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of th...

This week, the Self Care Club are proud to bring you a special bonus show: a free audio sophrology session with Dominique! Kick back and get ready to relax, and feel free to come back to this episode as many times as you need. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCareClubPod. If you've tried out any of the practices mentioned...

Lauren and Nicole are back in the studio to share some more of their thoughts on Sophrology, as well as whether or not it belongs in the club! Also on today’s show, the ladies discuss Brittney Spears’ recent testimony, Matt Hancock’s colossal scandal, and how it’s okay to sometimes fall behind on your self-care. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twit...