Just As Well, The Women's Health Podcast

In this deeply emotional episode of Just As Well, GP and BBC Morning Live's Dr. Punam Krishan opens up about the birth trauma that nearly took her life and how it transformed her mission in medicine. From ICU and sepsis to postnatal depression, Dr. Punam shares what so many women experience but too few talk about. We discuss the gaps in postnatal care, the stigma around maternal mental health, especially in South Asian communities, and how she's championing compassionate, preventative care for every new mum. For support, contact @pandas_uk who offer mental health services for parents from conception, birth and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sex drive isn't constant and it's definitely not one-size-fits-all. In this episode of Just As Well, we sit down with psychosexual therapist and host of the Sexual Wellness Sessions podcast, Kate Moyle, to talk libido, painful sex, relationship mismatches, mental health, and everything in between.   Whether you’re struggling with desire, feeling pressure to “perform”, or simply wondering if what you’re feeling is normal—this is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ellie Kildunne is officially the best women’s rugby player in the world but her journey from playing with the boys in Yorkshire to leading England’s Red Roses is anything but ordinary. In this inspiring conversation, Ellie opens up about chasing World Cup glory, training around her hormone cycle, smashing stereotypes about women’s strength, and why she believes pressure is a privilege. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our hosts Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson are in the hot seat - no question off limits. Gemma opens up about life in the public eye, answering your questions on fame, body image, wellness, motherhood, and everything in between. From her early days in lads mags and awkward waxing stories to navigating online trolls and building real confidence, nothing is off the table. Expect honesty, laughs, and honest stories as Gemma and Claire get real about what it means to stay strong - inside and out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Just As Well, gut health expert Dr Megan Rossi joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson for an in-depth conversation about the gut microbiome - and how it affects everything from mood swings to menopause. Megan shares how a personal tragedy led her to study the gut, why she once hated it, and what changed her mind. She explains the life stages where the gut plays a crucial role - from infancy to puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause and beyond - and breaks down the science in a way that’s smart and totally accessible. You’ll learn: The difference between probiotics and prebiotics What the “Super Six” food groups are and why they’re vital for gut diversity How your gut health impacts mental health, sleep, hormones, and even taste preferences Why feeding your microbes properly could reduce perimenopausal symptoms — and improve mood and immunity at any age Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The wonderful Fearne Cotton joins us to share her experience of balancing wellness, burnout and boundaries - along with the emotional toll of creating content every week for seven years. We talk: • Burnout and the myth of balance • What it takes to run a podcast every week • Fearne’s personal wellness rituals • The power of saying no Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how Gemma Atkinson really trains - and what it takes to build a body like hers?In this candid conversation, three times former Women's Health cover star Gemma sits down with her personal trainer Elliot Upton, founder of Ignite, to reveal the real strategies behind her strength, body confidence, and long-term fitness.From busting the biggest weightlifting myths to navigating hormones, the menstrual cycle, and menopause, this is your ultimate guide to training smart - not just hard. This episode contains a paid partnership with Samsung. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lucy Bronze is a Lioness legend - treble winner, Euros champion, and one of the most decorated female players of all time. In this powerful conversation Lucy opens up about her early struggles in the game - from sofa surfing and being banned from boys' teams, to dealing with injury, late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, and becoming a role model for the next generation. She talks training, mental resilience, body image, and what it really means to lead from the front—on and off the pitch. Her strength routine How neurodivergence became her superpowerThe truth about winning across three countriesWhat drives her now—and what’s next after the Euros If you’ve ever been told you don’t belong, this one’s for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a modelling agent told Emily English to slim down, it triggered an eating disorder that stole years of her life. But what followed was a radical transformation - from obsessive calorie-counting to becoming one of the UK’s most influential nutritionists, with over 2.5 million followers. In this powerful episode, Emily opens up about her recovery, her no-nonsense approach to food, why joy and connection matter just as much as nutrients, and how she built a wellness empire rooted in empathy. Expect chat about walking as a miracle movement, budget-friendly meals, the truth about oat milk, and the supplement she swears by. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just As Well is the wellness podcast for women who want real science, practical advice, and great chat. Hosted by Gemma Atkinson and Women's Health Editor in chief Claire Sanderson, two working mums in their 40s who balance training with busy lifestyles. The show takes in everything from hormones and gut health to strength training and mental wellbeing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices