

Henpicked Menopause Podcast
Deborah Garlick
Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support.
Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone.
This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.
Your menopause, your choice.
Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone.
This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.
Your menopause, your choice.
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Apr 18, 2022 • 23min
Stress - Columba Sodhi-Urey Ep 33
This month is Stress Awareness Month. Stress can affect the menopause and menopause can affect how we deal with stress, but what can you do about it? In this podcast, Columba Urey, Consultant and Psychotherapist, shares a raft of expert practical tips. Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Apr 11, 2022 • 25min
Line Manager - Sally Leech Ep 32
In this episode how to talk to your Line Manager about your menopause. Thankfully, more and more employers are recognising that some women need support in the workplace during their menopause transition. Sally Leech is from Menopause in the Workplace and has some great advice in this Podcast. Not everyone struggles, but three in four do experience symptoms, and these don’t just switch off when a woman arrives at work. This is why it’s important to know how to talk to your manager about menopause. Access more information here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-how-to-talk-to-your-line-manager-about-menopause Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

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Apr 4, 2022 • 32min
Weight Gain - Jackie Lynch Ep 31
Jackie Lynch, an award-winning nutritional therapist and founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, sheds light on the often-misunderstood relationship between menopause and weight gain. She emphasizes that menopause isn’t the main culprit; instead, aging, hormonal shifts, and stress play significant roles. Jackie shares insightful tips on intermittent fasting, particularly the 16:8 model, and highlights the importance of personalized dietary strategies. With practical advice on managing cravings and incorporating more fruits and vegetables, she empowers women to navigate this life stage with confidence.

Mar 28, 2022 • 26min
Bone Health Part 2 - Dr Shahzadi Harper Ep 30
In this episode we discuss how menopause can affect long term health, in particular bone health – osteoporosis – and what you can do about it. Our guest is Dr Shazadi Harper from The Harper Clinic. Find out more about the Harper Clinic here: https://theharperclinic.com Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Mar 21, 2022 • 31min
HRT Risks and Benefits - Dr Clare Spencer Ep 29
Do you know enough about HRT to make an informed choice about whether it’s right for you? In this episode we’ll discuss the benefits and risks of HRT. Henpicked’s Deborah Garlick talks to Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Mar 14, 2022 • 30min
Libido - Jackie Lynch Ep 28
In this episode we talk about menopause and boosting your libido naturally we are joined by award-winning Jackie Lynch, the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic, who specialises in women’s health and the menopause. She has some expert top tips on how to give your libido a boost, naturally. Find out more about Jackie here: https://www.well-well-well.co.uk Access a Transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-boosting-your-libido-naturally Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Mar 7, 2022 • 34min
Carolyn Harris MP Ep 27
In this episode I speak to Carolyn Harris the Labour MP for Swansea East, chair of the all-party group on menopause. We talk about finding a better way of supporting women through the menopause. Carolyn Harris MP wants to create legislation to help women in the workplace with menopause, make changes at GP surgeries with dedicated staff who are trained to advise women with menopause and to ease any difficulty in getting HRT treatment. To find out more about Carolyn's work: https://www.carolynharris.org.uk To contact Carolyn follow this GOVUK link: https://members.parliament.uk/member/4480/contact Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change.

Feb 28, 2022 • 29min
Ageing - Dr Liz McCulloch Ep 26
How does the menopause affect our ageing process. In this episode we are joined by Dr Liz McCulloch from Hormone Health. Liz helps us understand what factors influence how we age – including our skin and hair along with expert insights into what we can do. For more about this episode including a transcript: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-its-effect-on-ageing/ For more about Hormone Health: https://hormonehealth.co.uk The book that Dr Liz McCulloch recommended "Lifespan: Why We Age – and Why We Don’t Have To" buy it on Amazon/Kindle here: https://tinyurl.com/5yd9bkwh Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Your menopause, your choice.

Feb 21, 2022 • 29min
Anxiety - Dr Clare Spencer Ep 25
Did you know that anxiety is one of the lesser known symptoms of the menopause? Fluctuating hormones can cause feelings of anxiety or depression but what can you do about it? Dr Clare Spencer is from the My Menopause Centre. In this episode we discussed the important topic of managing anxiety during the menopause and what you can do about it. For more about this episode including a transcript: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/anxiety-menopause-what-you-can-do To learn more about The My Menopause Centre: https://www.mymenopausecentre.com Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Your menopause, your choice.

Feb 14, 2022 • 28min
Skin Part 2 - Dr Emma Wedgeworth Ep 24
Part 2 of our Menopause and skin and we speak to Consultant Dermatologist Dr Emma Wedgeworth. For more about this episode: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-skin-dr-emma-wedgeworth-part-2 The Emepelle skin treatment mentioned in the podcast, for more details: https://emepelle.co.uk/#henpicked Follow Dr Emma Wedgeworth on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/dremwedgeworth Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub