Menopause is a time of major change and for many women, it brings unexpected challenges like anxiety, stress and changes in mood. It’s common for women to experience these intense feelings for the first time…
Category: perimenopause
Alleviating Anxiety and Low Mood with Hypnotherapy
In this episode, I’m joined by Maria from Firefly Hypnotherapy. She’s a certified clinical hypnotherapist and we discuss how hypnotherapy can help with menopause symptoms. Maria explains that hypnotherapy combines talking therapy with hypnosis and…
Halle Berry: Doctor mistook perimenopause symptom as herpes
You may have seen Halle Berry discussing her experience of perimenopause lately. But more specifically, vaginal dryness and how this perimenopause symptom was misdiagnosed by her doctor as “the worst case of herpes he’d ever…
What is Gepretix? Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy
This month when I collected my Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) prescription I found my usual Utrogestan had been replaced with Gepretix. Luckily, being a Menopause Coach I was already aware of the introduction of this…
Walking During Menopause: More Than Just a Stroll
Is walking really just a waste of time? This question popped up during some of my perimenopause and menopause coaching sessions and it got me thinking. You see, a few of my clients were also…
NICE Recommends CBT in 2023 Draft Guidelines
The recent draft menopause guidelines announced by NICE on 17 November 2023, recommended cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) alongside or as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause symptoms. It has sparked a range…
Soulful Sunrise Sessions: Embracing Menopause in 2024
At the end of October, I defied the unpredictable weather and experienced a moment of pure magic at Holland on Sea. It was a trial run for something I’m incredibly excited about – my Soulful…
Navigating Perimenopause: Finding Your Starting Point
I recently had a conversation that many of you might find familiar. It revolved around the challenges of navigating perimenopause and the difficulty in finding a starting point amidst brain fog and all the overwhelming…
Breathwork for Cardiovascular Health: Celebrating World Menopause Day
When we think of breathing, most of us imagine it as an automatic process that sustains life. However, the way we breathe – especially during times of stress – can profoundly influence our overall health,…
Staying Active During Menopause: Embrace Gentle Movement
Menopause is a time of change, and staying active in a way that suits your body is more vital than ever. It’s not about punishing workouts, but embracing movement that brings joy and vitality to…