Sexy Ageing: Embracing Life beyond 40

Big question here - why would women consider testosterone as a support aid for menopause?  Dr Shahzadi Harper, based in the UK, is a menopause and wellbeing doctor specialising in optimising women's health. She is also the co-author of the book “The Perimenopause Solution” with Emma Bardwell. In this episode, we discuss: - testosterone for women as a menopause support tool - why 1 in 3 women...

The "period" talk in my teen years wasn't exactly positive. It was a bit taboo and I remember feeling awkward and embarrassed. Ironically, in my 50's, I am now having conversations where there is a level of awkwardness discussing perimenopause!! BUT, this is not the case with my teenage daughter, Jazz Maia (17) who freely speaks about periods with her friends and our family and knows A LOT about p...

Niki Bezzant is the author of the #1 best seller "This Changes Everything: the honest guide to menopause and perimenopause". Niki is an author, writer, speaker and journalist and has been instrumental in educating women on "the change" in New Zealand. In this episode, we discuss: - Niki's survey on women in New Zealand and the surprising results and feedback she received. - Mental Health symptoms...

Kate is a mentor, speaker, facilitator, artist, writer and has been a therapist for 30 years. A pioneering spirit, Kate was the first to graduate as a Menstruality Medicine Circle facilitator, is the host of "Life - An Inside Job" podcast, created the multi-level art textile project The Pants of Empowerment and Threads of Friendship, and creates seasonal Yoga Nidra inspired by the land where she l...

In this deeply personal episode, I share how the perimenopause change impacted my stress and state of mind. When others may view you as a "motivated, confident go-getter" and you are having massive anxiety in your day-to-day work and home life, there is also a lot of shame with sharing that you might need help. I didn't know these emotions and experiences were linked to menopause - I wish I had kn...

Leah Simmons is a certified Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer and Kundalini Yoga Teacher. She has dedicated over 14 years to transforming people’s physiques (including her own) but soon realised that just training your body wasn’t enough to make you happy. After moving to Bali in 2015, Leah embarked on a 4-year journey of self-discovery to uncover exactly what it took to be truly healthy and tr...

I want to thank Kimberley Holiday-Coleman for her honest and candid interview on surviving colorectal cancer and living with a colostomy bag. In a world where midlife women often struggle with their changing bodies, Kimberley cracks open what it means to be positive in your body. Post cancer, Kimberley went on to win a burlesque competition, walk in a Melbourne Fashion Week show and had her photos...

According to a study conducted by the British Menopause Society, 40% of women claimed to have brain fog and forgetfulness during their menopause transition. And so many of us think we have early onset dementia! Tune in to my personal experience with brain fog, forgetfulness and a drop in personal self-confidence. I share stories from other women in this episode too! This content is from my book "M...

When was the last time you spoke about death? And do you know how you would want your life to be celebrated? Do your loved ones know? I spoke with Dr Kim Fischer about the hard conversation on dying and it was one of the most interesting and uplifting conversations I have ever had about death. Admittedly, there haven't been many! Dr. Kim Fischer is a board-certified physician anesthesiologist and...

This is one of the first and most noticeable symptoms for entering the perimenopause stage. This chapter is from my book "My Menopause Memoir" available from Amazon.com MY MENOPAUSE MEMOIR SEXY AGEING WEBSITE

As a follower of the SuperAge: Live Better podcast, it was a real honour to speak to David Stewart. David is the founder and the face of AGEIST, an online publication and a leading authority on the mindset and aspirations that drive the influential demographic of humans 50+. In my personal quest to interview the experts in the discussion on healthy ageing and longevity, catching up with David and...

Chapter 6 and Chapter 7 from My Menopause Memoir discuss how the changes in hormones can increase joint pain and muscle tightness. If these are symptoms for you, listen in to how you might be able to manage them.  You can find the book on Amazon.com or on the Sexy Ageing Website

One of the very first perimenopause symptoms I experienced was the inability to digest and process food groups that I had been perfectly OK with before. I was experiencing bloating and uncomfortable stomach cramps throughout the day. My joints started to swell and my skin was itchy and red. My research led me to understand that I was ingesting foods that were causing inflammation and this was heig...

Chapter 5 from "My Menopause Memoir" discusses how the changing hormones increase leg cramps and pain to feet. If this is a symptom for you, listen in for the tips on how to manage this. You can find the book on Amazon.com or go to the Sexy Ageing Website

I've been following Ann Marie McQueen's IG and TikTok accounts for her thought provoking and entertaining style of speaking about menopause. Ann Marie has a perimenoposse of 18k followers and she writes an amazing newsletter. As a Canadian journalist based in Abu Dhabi, Ann Marie is carving out a space to ask the questions, all of the questions that many of us think about, but might be too afraid...

In Chapter 3 and 4 of My Menopause Memoir, I share about the dreaded "hot flashes/flushes" and "night sweats" that are commonly associated with menopause. 75% of women will experience these symptoms in perimenopause and menopause. The chapters cover my personal experience as well as the wonderful Kim Edwards who shares her story. I explain what is happening to your body to cause the symptoms and t...

Marlon Woods - psychologist, DEI professional, and an international master trainer and ambassador for Les Mills International. In Marlon’s background as a personal trainer, Marlon was training women who were transitioning into the perimenopause stage of life. Without knowing anything about the end of the reproductive cycle for women and how this impacted on their physical and mental health, Marlon...

Off the back of Chapter 1 - Sleep Challenges, it's natural to feel like you've smacked into a wall, been run over by a bus and wishing that the day would speed up so you could jump back into bed. Fatigue - that dragging sensation that you are living your life in a funnel.  Tune in to the second audio chapter of "My Menopause Memoir". Thank you to Anna Friend from the UK for sharing her story...

Sandy Lowres is the Founder and Creative Director for WB40: Women Beyond 40 publication. Sandy is a writer and journalist who is passionate about sharing women's stories and making women FEEL SEEN. You can follow Sandy in the links below: WB40 WEBSITE THE GOOD GIRL CONFESSIONAL PODCAST ALEX THE SEAL PODCAST WB40 INSTAGRAM EMAIL: info@wb40.com.au MY MENOPAUSE MEMOIR BOOK

The first symptom I cover from my book "My Menopause Memoir", available on Amazon. Com RESOURCES AND STUDIES FROM THE BOOK Menopause Numbers in 2030 Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Clinic North American Menopause Society Sleep Deprivation Essential Oils and Sleep Sleep Support Supplements

Mel Tempest is a fitness business influencer or in my opinion, a woman who influences. Her belief and tenacity to leave the fitness industry better than she found it is the key driver to her daily life. She also lives with a brain tumour and there is something about that situation that can either make you shut down and hide away or get after your goals. Mel is the goal-getter. In this episode we d...

I wrote a book - it took 9 months - just like growing a baby. And I was also filled with anxiety through the unknown of the publishing process and the fact that I lay bare so many of the emotions I had while tacking 29 perimenpause symptoms. YOU CAN BUY THE BOOK BY CLICKING THE LINK MY MENOPAUSE MEMOIR

It breaks my heart that women can't access the support and information they need to navigate the menopause stage of life. And so having Dr Samantha Newman as my guest for this special International Women's Day episode was brilliant. There have been so many positive steps taken for equality for women but healthcare is still a long way behind. The fact that women DON'T know about perimenopause until...

We are two midlife fitness experts and podcasters from opposite sides of the world having a catch up and discussing our respective menopause journeys. Both Philippa and I work as fitness professionals and our goal is to help midlife women understand the hormonal changes to their bodies and mind and provide credible education across fitness, movement and lifestyle. Philippa, is a trained physiother...

Fyonna Vanderwerf is based in Ontario, Canada. She is a former IronWoman, Competitive Bodybuilder and the owner of HIVE Muskoka - a fitness facility for ALL. In this entertaining and supercharged interview, we started with: - should women over 40yrs wear bikinis? - Girl Power! and mentoring others within the fitness industry. Check out WIFA (Women in Fitness Association) - Can we rock a mohawk and...