Self Care Club

Today is a very special episode of The Epilogue Show! The ladies chat more about the science behind Classical Music's powers of relaxation, discuss the disturbing cult-like lifestyle surrounding boutique fitness classes, and Lauren gives Nicole a very musical surprise! You'll want to hear this one, trust us. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter...

This week on the show, Lauren and Nicole discuss the benefits of listening to classical music. Can classical music help improve your mood and calm you down? Join us as we investigate! 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 the show or want to get in contact with...

March’s Self Care Book Club pick was Nancy Levin’s ’Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free.’ On today’s Author Special, Nancy joined Lauren and Nicole to chat all about boundaries, accepting your and other people’s discomfort, and leaning into what you really want. Join us! 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 yo...

Lauren and Nicole are back behind the mic to bring you more science and chat about this week’s practice of the Law of Attraction. Also on today’s show, we respond to a listener email about the importance of play and discuss how vibrators are heralding a new female sexual revolution. Oh - and Nicole discovers the world of Schitt’s Creek podcasts! If you like what we do here and want to be part of t...

Ever wondered how to attract more abundance into your life? Well, fear not, because this week Lauren and Nicole are trying out the Law of Attraction! On today’s show, the ladies chat about pimping up their vision boards and manifesting everything from cards to a rather unfortunate car breakdown...If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagra...

In today's episode, Lauren and Nicole are back to update you on whether or not the crystal face roller is a self-care holy grail or fail, and we have an in-house double whammy self-care fail to boot. Next, we check in with the Kardashian's version of Goop - “Poosh” (I wish I was kidding) - and tongue therapy. Strap in. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us...

This week, Lauren and Nicole tested out Jade and Rose Quartz face rollers! Is face rolling really as beneficial as many skincare nuts claim it is or is it really just a load of nothing? The ladies investigate - and watch out because this episode has a lot more jeopardy than you’d expect! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, why not follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SelfCa...

Lauren and Nicole are back to tell you more about the science behind healthy sleeping habits! As well as…. metal tray-gate? Elsewhere, they chat about what each of their respective lockdown habits say about them and cringe at a truly horrendous Self Care Fail involving a heavily pregnant lady and shaving ‘down there'. Oh dear. Join us! If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club, w...

Do you wake up feeling unrested? Are you glued to screens right up until your head hits the pillow? In today’s episode, Lauren and Nicole practice good sleep hygiene habits…. with mixed results. Join us! 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 the show or want to...

Happy Mother's Day! Today in the (home) studio, Lauren and Nicole welcome two fabulous guests to chat all about the myth of motherhood, lockdown pressures on mums, and why self-care is so important for mothers everywhere. The ladies are joined by Dr Emma Svanberg (aka the Mumologist) and Tova Leigh for a beautifully insightful and funny episode celebrating mums. If you like what we do here and wan...

This week, Nicole kicks things off by quizzing Lauren on her “sorry’s”: is she an over-apologiser, or just very British? Elsewhere, the epilogue show receives a bit of a facelift as we launch our brand new segment: Self Care Gone Wrong! Join us as Julie takes us through her tale of woe, involving a waxing mishap and an ill-timed trip to NYC. Tune in this Sunday for our very special Mother's Day sh...

This week, Nicole and Lauren stopped saying sorry! All too often women will belittle themselves by constantly apologising for every little thing - regardless of whether or not they actually did something wrong. In today’s episode, the ladies discuss the importance of a sincere apology and whether this is an issue of semantics or conditioning. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the...

Welcome to the Self Care Club’s International Women’s Day special! In this episode, Lauren and Nicole sit down with Cat Lantigua, a community architect and pioneer in women’s wellness. We chat about sister circles, the importance of female community and what different generations of women can teach one another. Also on today’s pod, we hear some voice notes and emails from you, our listeners, all a...

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Epilogue Show! Today, Lauren and Nicole reflect on what their week of sisterhood brought them, as well as whether or not sisterhood should be considered a form of self-care. We also hear from you, our listeners, about what sisterhood means to you and what it brings to your lives. Elsewhere, Gwyneth Paltrow is in a spot of trouble! The ladies discuss misinforma...

In the week leading up to International Women's Day, Lauren and Nicole are celebrating - you guessed it - women! In today's episode, the ladies chat about the importance of female friendship and the wealth of joy female friends can bring to your life. Lauren baulks at the idea of a sister circle, and the ladies share their beautiful letters to the women in their lives who inspire them. Tissues rec...

Throughout February, Lauren and Nicole chatted about David Hamilton's lovely book 'I Heart Me.' As February comes to a close, we invited David into the (home) studio to discuss his book and chat about self-love. Do you struggle with vulnerability and authenticity? David teaches the ladies about the importance of self-compassion and the scientifically proven impact of negativity on our health. Tune...

Lauren and Nicole are back and they're letting you know how they've got on with their pelvic floor trainers. The ladies discuss Framing Brittany Spears, DIY UV manicures, and the problem with social media filters. They also introduce March's Book Club pick: Nancy Levin's Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free'. Join us and don't forget to tune in this Sunday for the David Hamilton 'I Heart Me' autho...

This week – to Nicole’s great chagrin – Lauren’s got them trying pelvic floor trainers. Do you dread an especially violent sneeze or a go on the trampoline? Many women post-childbirth (as well as during menopause) suffer from a weakened pelvic floor, which can often cause incontinence issues and leave many women feeling alone and embarrassed. Today, Nicole and Lauren have an honest discussion abou...

Another Friday, another Epilogue Show! Lauren and Nicole discuss whether or not Niksen will remain a part of their lives and read some entertaining messages from listeners. They also talk about the rampant spread of misinformation on TikTok as well as how to speak to your teenagers and children about the content they come across online. If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club,...

This week Lauren and Nicole are doing NOTHING! That's right, absolutely nothing. ‘Niksen’ is the Dutch word for "doing nothing" and it's the latest trend that's been taking the wellness world by storm. Listen to today's episode to learn more about how exactly Niksen works, whether it has any negative side effects - you'd be surprised! - and what happens when Nicole lets go and does nothing. Again,...

Lauren and Nicole are back in the (home) studio with some particularly amusing emails this week! Trying to criticise less? Perhaps frame your request as a thinly veiled threat, says one listener. Elsewhere, the ladies dive into the science behind Puzzle Club and discuss Gen Z ‘normalising' under-eye bags. 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 practise self-love! They discuss high-fiving their reflections, Lauren digs deep, and Nicole talks giving yourself permission to feel, guilt-free. This episode does come with a bit of homework: take some time to sit down and think about three things you really like about yourself. Let us know what you come up with via Instagram! If you like what we do here and want to be part...

Welcome back to the Epilogue Show! Pour yourself a cup of tea and catch up with Nicole and Lauren as they discuss how they’ve been faring with trying to be less critical, Nicole joining the “Puzzle Club” and Lauren drowning in cookbooks. Also on this week’s show, the ladies' own producer turns their wise words against them… Et tu, Brute? If you like what we do here and want to be part of the club,...

Do you find yourself dishing it out harsh criticism to your partner and family whenever they forget to load the dishwasher or don't clean the bathroom for weeks on end? Let's be honest, we all do and that's why this week Lauren and Nicole are practising no criticising! Listen to hear all about how to express and deliver criticism in a measured, kind way - as well as how Lauren royally slipped up b...

The Self Care Club is back for a very special bonus episode! Today, Lauren and Nicole welcome Intuitive Eating co-founder and dietitian, Evelyn Tribole. Listen for an insightful and thought-provoking interview, as Evelyn and the ladies discuss the origins and effects of internalised fatphobia, how to disrupt diet culture thinking, as well as what Evelyn does for her own self-care. If you like what...