Dr Claire Macaulay

"Sexuality is our life force energy"Dr Claire Macaulay is an Oncology Doctor, who also helps peri and menopausal women have the sex lives they want.    Her dual career came about after one of her breast cancer patients told her that she didn't know which was worse.  The fact that she was going to die of cancer one day, or the fact that she couldn't have sex with her husband. Cancer patients can experience menopause as part of their treatment.  Those menopausal symptoms can have a huge impact on people's ability to have sex.Claire realised that her patients really needed support and The Pleasure Possibility was born.  She works with women who in the perimenopausal or menopausal phase of life, whether naturally occurring or due to medical treatment.Hands up - the Effin Hormones gang were a bit nervous talking about this at the start... But Claire is massively down to earth, incredibly knowledgable and funny too.  She really does break down some barriers and make this issue OK to talk about.  You'll learn a LOT! Claire mentions a meditation, which you can access here: I want meditation Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyondWebsiteInstagramTwitter Connect with Claire: Website Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"Sexuality is our life force energy"Dr Claire Macaulay is an Oncology Doctor, who also helps peri and menopausal women have the sex lives they want. Her dual career came about after one of her breast cancer patients told her that she didn't know which was worse. The fact that she was going to die of cancer one day, or the fact that she couldn't have sex with her husband. Cancer patients can experience menopause as part of their treatment. Those menopausal symptoms can have a huge impact on people's ability to have sex.Claire realised that her patients really needed support and The Pleasure Possibility was born. She works with women who in the perimenopausal or menopausal phase of life, whether naturally occurring or due to medical treatment.Hands up - the Effin Hormones gang were a bit nervous talking about this at the start... But Claire is massively down to earth, incredibly knowledgable and funny too. She really does break down some barriers and make this issue OK to talk about. You'll learn a LOT! Claire mentions a meditation, which you can access here: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4oK778a6C81MAv89yTItZ8mhBLWZZ6O/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">I want meditation </a>Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyond<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Connect with Claire: <a href="https://www.pleasurepossibility.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Dr Claire Macaulay: The Pleasure Possibility

"If one person feels heard, then that's important."Meera Bhogal is a menopause expert, personal trainer and fitness coach, who runs the platform Meera’s Made from Scratch,  which includes training plans, clubs, and support with health, nutrition and exercise. Meera’s passionate about raising awareness of menopause, particularly with South Asian women. She has also spoken to people at Sikh Gurdwaras - helping to break down taboos about menopause in South Asian communities.  She’s even been to parliament to talk about it.  If you bought Dr Louise Newson’s latest book, The Definitive Guide to Perimenopause and Menopause, then you’ll have read about Meera, as she contributed to that too.  Do you want to take part in a research study about menopause? Meera mentions this global research study: The Menopause Millionand Terri mentioned this report on average ages in menopause in The Journal of Midlife HealthCheck out Meera’s Menopause Symposium, which is happening on 01.07.23! Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyondWebsiteInstagramTwitter Connect with Meera: Website Instagram Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"If one person feels heard, then that's important."Meera Bhogal is a menopause expert, personal trainer and fitness coach, who runs the platform Meera’s Made from Scratch, which includes training plans, clubs, and support with health, nutrition and exercise. Meera’s passionate about raising awareness of menopause, particularly with South Asian women. She has also spoken to people at Sikh Gurdwaras - helping to break down taboos about menopause in South Asian communities.  She’s even been to parliament to talk about it.  If you bought Dr Louise Newson’s latest book, The Definitive Guide to Perimenopause and Menopause, then you’ll have read about Meera, as she contributed to that too.  Do you want to take part in a research study about menopause? Meera mentions this global research study: <a href="https://www.themenopausemillion.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Menopause Million</a>and Terri mentioned this report on average ages in menopause in <a href="https://journals.lww.com/jomh/fulltext/2016/07030/age_of_menopause_and_determinants_of_menopause.6.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Journal of Midlife Health</a>Check out <a href="https://meerasmadefromscratch.co.uk/events/dont-pause-for-menopause-symposium/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Meera’s Menopause Symposium</a>, which is happening on 01.07.23! Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyond<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Connect with Meera: <a href="https://meerasmadefromscratch.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/meerabhogal/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Meera Bhogal: Faith,  Hope and HRT

Why can't we get hold of #HRT? What protection do you have at work if you're off due to #menopause or #perimenopause symptoms? And -who's looking out for our interests? The gang get back together for a big old catch up about the politics of menopause. Hearing from campaigners like Carol Vorderman, Kate Muir, Carolyn Harris MP and Mariella Frostrup. Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyondWebsiteInstagramTwitter  Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

Why can't we get hold of #HRT? What protection do you have at work if you're off due to #menopause or #perimenopause symptoms? And -who's looking out for our interests? The gang get back together for a big old catch up about the politics of menopause. Hearing from campaigners like Carol Vorderman, Kate Muir, Carolyn Harris MP and Mariella Frostrup. Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyond<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a> Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better Help What's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Let's Get Political...Political!

Sam Walker

'Don't put yourself at the bottom of the pile'Sam Walker has wise words for you if you've been struggling through perimenopause and menopause.  Sam is an award winning broadcaster; podcaster and author.  She worked on national radio in the UK, before upping sticks and moving to - Phoenix Arizona! Her award winning podcast Desert Diaries tells you the story.  She’s now an audio consultant and podcaster.Emma and Helen hear Sam's perimenopause story, which was incredibly tough for her at times.  Remember, if you're struggling, and you're in the UK and Ireland, the Samaritans number is 116 123. They’re always there, day or night. In the rest of the world please do look up your local mental health number. Sam got through it, thanks to HRT and has regained her health and her sanity. In fact, she's about to run the London Marathon! She's raising money for Breast Cancer Now and would be incredibly grateful for any support.  Donate by clicking on this link, or you can find out more on Sam's instagram. Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyondWebsiteInstagramTwitter Connect with Sam Walker: TwitterInstagram Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

'Don't put yourself at the bottom of the pile'Sam Walker has wise words for you if you've been struggling through perimenopause and menopause.  Sam is an award winning broadcaster; podcaster and author. She worked on national radio in the UK, before upping sticks and moving to - Phoenix Arizona! Her award winning podcast <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5MMAA1ySbXnw9DuacZ7fEr" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Desert Diaries</a> tells you the story. She’s now an audio consultant and podcaster.Emma and Helen hear Sam's perimenopause story, which was incredibly tough for her at times. Remember, if you're struggling, and you're in the UK and Ireland, the Samaritans number is 116 123. They’re always there, day or night. In the rest of the world please do look up your <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">local mental health number</a>. Sam got through it, thanks to HRT and has regained her health and her sanity. In fact, she's about to run the London Marathon! She's raising money for Breast Cancer Now and would be incredibly grateful for any support.  <a href="https://2023tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/samantha-walker-3d095" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Donate by clicking on this link</a>, or you can find out more on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samwalkerradio/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sam's instagram</a>. Connect with Effin Hormones, a podcast about perimenopause and beyond<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Connect with Sam Walker: <a href="https://twitter.com/WalkerSam" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/samwalkerradio/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Sam Walker: Running Up That Hill

Carolyn Harris

"If a dinner lady from Swansea can make changes, anyone can."Carolyn Harris MP has been a dinner lady and a barmaid. Nowadays - she's an MP who's been doing INCREDIBLE work as the Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Menopause. If you're getting HRT on prescription in England, it's thanks to Carolyn that you're going to be able to pay for your prescription yearly. That means you're going to save a lot of money.  Carolyn breaks a LOT of the stereotypes of what you might expect an MP to be like.  She's happy to have a good swear with the Effin Hormones gang; she dyes her hair all kinds of different colours - and most importantly she gets things done, with cross party support. She's as far away from a career politician as you can possibly imagine, but as she says, she's not doing anything that other people can't do.  The Effin Hormones gang get inspired to keep on raising awareness and influencing government policy. Hopefully you'll feel inspired too. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"If a dinner lady from Swansea can make changes, anyone can."Carolyn Harris MP has been a dinner lady and a barmaid. Nowadays - she's an MP who's been doing INCREDIBLE work as the Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Menopause. If you're getting HRT on prescription in England, it's thanks to Carolyn that you're going to be able to pay for your prescription yearly. That means you're going to save a lot of money.  Carolyn breaks a LOT of the stereotypes of what you might expect an MP to be like. She's happy to have a good swear with the Effin Hormones gang; she dyes her hair all kinds of different colours - and most importantly she gets things done, with cross party support. She's as far away from a career politician as you can possibly imagine, but as she says, she's not doing anything that other people can't do.  The Effin Hormones gang get inspired to keep on raising awareness and influencing government policy. Hopefully you'll feel inspired too. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Having a Parley with Carolyn Harris MP

Louise Minchin

Without Louise Minchin, there would be no Effin Hormones!  Louise is a TV presenter, journalist and author. She's well known in the UK for being one of the presenters of BBC Breakfast, a job she’d had for years until announcing her departure in 2021. Louise was holding down that high profile job while going through perimenopause.  At the time, she kept asking the production team to cover menopause - because she knew it would get a big response from viewers.  In the end, her producer decided to cover it - for a whole week! Louise told her story as a part of it.   Louise's openness had a huge impact on both the audience - and producer Helen, who came up with the idea for Effin Hormones after seeing the impact that BBC Breakfast’s Menopause Week was having.  You'll hear all about that, plus you'll find out why Louise is so passionate that women experiencing menopause get the right information and support.  Hopefully you'll also get some inspiration on taking up sport too.  Louise credits her new passion with getting her through some trying times.  Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterConnect with Louise MinchinInstagramTwitter Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

Without Louise Minchin, there would be no Effin Hormones! Louise is a TV presenter, journalist and author. She's well known in the UK for being one of the presenters of BBC Breakfast, a job she’d had for years until announcing her departure in 2021. Louise was holding down that high profile job while going through perimenopause. At the time, she kept asking the production team to cover menopause - because she knew it would get a big response from viewers. In the end, her producer decided to cover it - for a whole week! Louise told her story as a part of it. Louise's openness had a huge impact on both the audience - and producer Helen, who came up with the idea for Effin Hormones after seeing the impact that BBC Breakfast’s Menopause Week was having. You'll hear all about that, plus you'll find out why Louise is so passionate that women experiencing menopause get the right information and support. Hopefully you'll also get some inspiration on taking up sport too. Louise credits her new passion with getting her through some trying times. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Connect with Louise Minchin<a href="https://www.instagram.com/louiseminchin/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/louiseminchin" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better Help What's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

The Rundown With Louise Minchin

Sarah Graham is an award winning health writer, whose book 'Rebel Bodies', is a manifesto for change when it comes to women's health.  Find out why it's not all in your head, in this bonus Effin Hormones episode!

Sarah Graham is an award winning health writer, whose book 'Rebel Bodies', is a manifesto for change when it comes to women's health. Find out why it's not all in your head, in this bonus Effin Hormones episode!

Rebel Bodies: Why It's Not All In Your Head

Has Emma solved her hot flushes with HRT? Has Helen finally worked out whether she's perimenopausal or not?!The gang have a couple of updates for you. Seeing as it's the start of a new year, Emma, Helen, Beena and Terri also put the world to rights and discuss what more needs to be done to improve menopause and perimenopause care for all.  Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

Has Emma solved her hot flushes with HRT? Has Helen finally worked out whether she's perimenopausal or not?!The gang have a couple of updates for you. Seeing as it's the start of a new year, Emma, Helen, Beena and Terri also put the world to rights and discuss what more needs to be done to improve menopause and perimenopause care for all. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

To Fan Or Not To Fan?

Sharon and her husband JB are the first couple to chat to the Effin Hormones gang! What a brilliant couple they are too.  They’re both very much in love, and a right laugh to hang out with. So - how did they cope when menopause hit Sharon like a ton of bricks? Sharon and JB discuss the impact menopausal symptoms have had on Sharon's career, her mental health and their relationship.  They also share some great tips on how to communicate with each other through what can be an incredibly challenging and frightening time.  They’ve managed to get through it together with their shared interests and a cracking sense of humour.  Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitter

Sharon and her husband JB are the first couple to chat to the Effin Hormones gang! What a brilliant couple they are too. They’re both very much in love, and a right laugh to hang out with. So - how did they cope when menopause hit Sharon like a ton of bricks? Sharon and JB discuss the impact menopausal symptoms have had on Sharon's career, her mental health and their relationship.  They also share some great tips on how to communicate with each other through what can be an incredibly challenging and frightening time.  They’ve managed to get through it together with their shared interests and a cracking sense of humour.  Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>

When a Man Loves a Woman

"Companies collaborate in the menopause space to make a difference"Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs are the co-founders of Womaness - a new brand covering the menopause market in the United States.  They've worked for huge US brands like Target, Pfizer and the shopping TV network HSN.  But as Sally asks, "Why was I creating all these brands for millennials? Why am I not tackling this space for women like me?" They’re on a mission to spread some - as they call it - 'menopositivity' into the world.Plus, the Effin Hormones gang discuss the importance of checking your boobs and bits, to keep yourself healthy.  Here are a couple of links to help with that: NHS: How to check my breastsCoppa FeelConnect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcastWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"Companies collaborate in the menopause space to make a difference"Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs are the co-founders of Womaness - a new brand covering the menopause market in the United States. They've worked for huge US brands like Target, Pfizer and the shopping TV network HSN. But as Sally asks, "Why was I creating all these brands for millennials? Why am I not tackling this space for women like me?" They’re on a mission to spread some - as they call it - 'menopositivity' into the world.Plus, the Effin Hormones gang discuss the importance of checking your boobs and bits, to keep yourself healthy. Here are a couple of links to help with that: <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/womens-health/how-should-i-check-my-breasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">NHS: How to check my breasts</a><a href="https://coppafeel.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Coppa Feel</a>Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

The Menopause Market

Struggling with your Effin Hormones? Then join Emma Goswell; Helen Brown, Beena Khetani and Terri Sweeney as they navigate their way through the perimenopause (and menopause too!)They're four mates who got to their 40s and asked, "Why the heck do I feel this way - and why the HECK did no-one TELL me me about this?!" It's time to talk as though there are no taboos - and have as much of a laugh as possible in this perimenopause podcast, given all the crap that can happen at this time of life.  Twitter: @effinhormonesInstagram: @effinhormones

Dr Louise Newson

"Everyone should be able to get their hormones back on the NHS shouldn't they?"Dr Louise Newson is the UK's leading voice on menopause and perimenopause.  Seven years ago, she set up a private clinic because she'd heard from so many women who were being offered antidepressants for their menopause, instead of HRT.  Louise hadn't wanted to go down the private route - she had found that was her only option.  Her aim, at first, was to be able to help a few people, but word spread and now her clinics see over 4000 women a month.  Since then, she's set up the Balance website and app, specifically to help women who can't afford to go private, and she's set up The Menopause Charity, which is all about working with healthcare professionals and individuals, to help them through menopause too.  The Effin Hormones gang discover what prompted Louise to campaign so passionately for an evidence based approach to the treatment of menopause, and how she managed to miss her own symptoms! Louise also answers questions from Effin Hormones listeners.  You'll learn a heck of a lot in this episode, and hopefully find some inspiration too. Louise cites some research papers, which you can access here:Back to the future: Hormone replacement therapy as part of a prevention strategy for women at the onset of menopause Menopause and cardiovascular disease Menopausal hormone therapy: why we should no longer be afraid of the breast cancer riskMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"Everyone should be able to get their hormones back on the NHS shouldn't they?"Dr Louise Newson is the UK's leading voice on menopause and perimenopause. Seven years ago, she set up a private clinic because she'd heard from so many women who were being offered antidepressants for their menopause, instead of HRT. Louise hadn't wanted to go down the private route - she had found that was her only option. Her aim, at first, was to be able to help a few people, but word spread and now her clinics see over 4000 women a month. Since then, she's set up the <a href="https://www.balance-menopause.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Balance website and app</a>, specifically to help women who can't afford to go private, and she's set up <a href="https://www.themenopausecharity.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Menopause Charity</a>, which is all about working with healthcare professionals and individuals, to help them through menopause too. The Effin Hormones gang discover what prompted Louise to campaign so passionately for an evidence based approach to the treatment of menopause, and how she managed to miss her own symptoms! Louise also answers questions from Effin Hormones listeners. You'll learn a heck of a lot in this episode, and hopefully find some inspiration too. Louise cites some research papers, which you can access here:<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e-8Gi_Eme5zJuZt5gkrbB5hdKbeS0VBb/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Back to the future: Hormone replacement therapy as part of a prevention strategy for women at the onset of menopause </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iWiVBlm0oLxbSaA7NmgDUpcz9JbNqTNh/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Menopause and cardiovascular disease </a><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IhjeedkHFnjrYBx88k9oQn8EXNi7IZ8b/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Menopausal hormone therapy: why we should no longer be afraid of the breast cancer risk</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Effin Hormones Returns with Dr Louise Newson!

Chin chin from all the gang as we celebrate our win at the British Podcast Awards 2022! Effin Hormones won GOLD for the Best Wellbeing Podcast in those awards, so join the gang as we chink chink to our success - with prosecco, nosecco and.........a cup of tea. You'll hear what it's been like for Emma as a new mum, plus we give an update on the government's plans for women's and girls' health over the next ten years, with the Women's Health Strategy for England.  

Chin chin from all the gang as we celebrate our win at the British Podcast Awards 2022! Effin Hormones won GOLD for the Best Wellbeing Podcast in those awards, so join the gang as we chink chink to our success - with prosecco, nosecco and.........a cup of tea. You'll hear what it's been like for Emma as a new mum, plus we give an update on the government's plans for women's and girls' health over the next ten years, with the Women's Health Strategy for England.

We've Been Given The Elba

Yeah baby - we are gold! We've won Best Well-being in the British Podcast Awards! Here's a little message of thanks from Producer, Helen x

Yeah baby - we are gold! We've won Best Well-being in the British Podcast Awards! Here's a little message of thanks from Producer, Helen x

Gold!

Guess what??!!

It's the end of series 2, and in this episode you're going to hear some FABULOUS news from our host Emma! This episode is also all about representation. One of the reasons why we decided to start this podcast about #perimenopause and beyond, was because we hadn't felt represented. There's been a stereotypical image of the menopausal woman in the past, that just didn't fit with us.There are plenty more people who are experiencing this, who aren't often represented too. This #LGBTHistoryMonth, you'll hear a couple of stories from people who don't always get represented, and they need to be. Tania Glyde set up @queermenopause and has carried out research into the queer menopause experience. You'll also hear from Hendrix, a trans man who experienced male puberty and menopause at the same time. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcastWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterConnect with Queer Menopause: Website InstagramMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

It's the end of series 2, and in this episode you're going to hear some FABULOUS news from our host Emma! This episode is also all about representation. One of the reasons why we decided to start this podcast about #perimenopause and beyond, was because we hadn't felt represented. There's been a stereotypical image of the menopausal woman in the past, that just didn't fit with us.There are plenty more people who are experiencing this, who aren't often represented too. This #LGBTHistoryMonth, you'll hear a couple of stories from people who don't always get represented, and they need to be. Tania Glyde set up <a href="https://www.instagram.com/queermenopause/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@queermenopause</a> and has carried out research into the queer menopause experience. You'll also hear from Hendrix, a trans man who experienced male puberty and menopause at the same time. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Connect with Queer Menopause: <a href="https://www.queermenopause.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/queermenopause/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Series 2 Finale: There Is No One Face of Menopause

Kate Muir

Kate Muir is the journalist who brought you the TV documentary "Davina McCall: Sex Myths and the Menopause", in summer 2021.  That TV programme had a huge impact on breaking down taboos when it came to talking about menopause and perimenopause.Kate and the Effin Hormones gang discuss that documentary, her next documentary with Davina McCall, and her new book, which is called "Everything You Need To Know About Menopause (But Were Too Frightened To Ask!)".  Plus you'll get to find out exactly why Granny Orcas really are badass.  Connect with Effin Hormones! A perimenopause podcastWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterConnect with Kate Muir: Website InstagramTwitterMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

Kate Muir is the journalist who brought you the TV documentary "Davina McCall: Sex Myths and the Menopause", in summer 2021. That TV programme had a huge impact on breaking down taboos when it came to talking about menopause and perimenopause.Kate and the Effin Hormones gang discuss that documentary, her next documentary with Davina McCall, and her new book, which is called "Everything You Need To Know About Menopause (But Were Too Frightened To Ask!)". Plus you'll get to find out exactly why Granny Orcas really are badass. Connect with Effin Hormones! A perimenopause podcast<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Connect with Kate Muir: <a href="https://katemuir.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/menoscandal/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/muirkate" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Kate Muir - Why Granny Orcas Are Badass

Sync Your Cycle"I put my children's needs before mine.  I realised to keep them healthy, I needed to keep me healthy" Jem Brooks is a personal trainer who works with women in mid-life, to help them get back their spark.  Did you know, that tracking our cycle is key, when it comes to exercising effectively? Jem can tell you all about that Plus - you'll hear all about the best ways to exercise in mid life  - and during perimenopause and menopause - with to how to get fit in your 40's and 50's.  Connect with Effin Hormones! A perimenopause podcastWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterMentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

Sync Your Cycle"I put my children's needs before mine. I realised to keep them healthy, I needed to keep me healthy" <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jem_brooks_pt/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jem Brooks</a> is a personal trainer who works with women in mid-life, to help them get back their spark. Did you know, that tracking our cycle is key, when it comes to exercising effectively? Jem can tell you all about that Plus - you'll hear all about the best ways to exercise in mid life - and during perimenopause and menopause - with to how to get fit in your 40's and 50's. Connect with Effin Hormones! A perimenopause podcast<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Sync Your Cycle

"You're not on your own.  It's nothing to be ashamed of." The Effin Hormones gang have had the actor Sue Devaney's words in their minds throughout this whole first series of the podcast about perimenopause and beyond.  Sue's story - and everything she's triumphed over - is the starting point for a look back at some of the key lessons Emma, Helen, Beena and Terri, have learnt this year.  You'll hear from the the amazing women who’ve been speaking out about menopause in 2021.  You’ll get to hear about the progress that’s been made in training GP’s; and you’ll also get a sneak peek of an interview with Kate Muir, the journalist who brought you THAT documentary, "Davina McCall: Sex Myths and the Menopause" Featuring; Totes Inappropes, Sue Devaney, Sam Simister and Heather Jackson from Gen M, Colette Walsh, Karen Arthur,  Marnie Riches, Carmel Cardona and Kate Muir.  Effin Socials:WebsiteFacebookInstagram Twitter 

"You're not on your own. It's nothing to be ashamed of." The Effin Hormones gang have had the actor Sue Devaney's words in their minds throughout this whole first series of the podcast about perimenopause and beyond. Sue's story - and everything she's triumphed over - is the starting point for a look back at some of the key lessons <a href="https://twitter.com/emmagoswell" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Emma</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/HelenBrown75" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Helen</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/beenathere" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Beena </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teapotncosy/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Terri,</a> have learnt this year. You'll hear from the the amazing women who’ve been speaking out about menopause in 2021.  You’ll get to hear about the progress that’s been made in training GP’s; and you’ll also get a sneak peek of an interview with Kate Muir, the journalist who brought you THAT documentary, "Davina McCall: Sex Myths and the Menopause" Featuring; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/totesinappropes123" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Totes Inappropes</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/suedevaney13/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sue Devaney,</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/2samjam" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sam Simister</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/jackson_heather" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Heather Jackson</a> from <a href="https://gen-m.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gen M</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/collette_writer/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Colette Walsh</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thekarenarthur/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Karen Arthur</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Marnie_Riches" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Marnie Riches</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellocarmel/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Carmel Cardona</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/muirkate?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Kate Muir</a>. Effin Socials:<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>

**Best Of '21** What Have We Learnt?

If you thought the Effin Hormones gang were always on point, then think again! It's often chaos.  Beautiful chaos though, and if you think about it, that's quite a reflection of life with peri menopause and menopause too.   Embrace the chaos that's what we say! In this special pre Christmas episode,  you'll hear the gang mucking up, corpsing and getting the giggles.  You'll hear some more NSFW conversation with the incorrigible Marnie Riches, who cracked us all up a couple of episodes ago! 

If you thought the Effin Hormones gang were always on point, then think again! It's often chaos. Beautiful chaos though, and if you think about it, that's quite a reflection of life with peri menopause and menopause too. Embrace the chaos that's what we say! In this special pre Christmas episode, you'll hear the gang mucking up, corpsing and getting the giggles. You'll hear some more NSFW conversation with the incorrigible Marnie Riches, who cracked us all up a couple of episodes ago!

Effin Outtakes

"I love my body. Look what it's done, what it's got through! I'm so proud of it."Carmel Cardona can teach you a LOT about how to get through some of the curveballs that can end up your way at this time of life.  She's a resilience coach, and the founder of "Stitch Your Parachute" - an organisation that works with people and organisations through change and difficult times.  Carmel herself experienced surgical menopause in her 30s, due to treatment for cancer.  In this episode you'll hear how Carmel has managed to reclaim her sense of self after having treatment that changed her body completely.  You'll hear about the impact that cancer treatments can have on libido, and how important it is that both the medical establishment and people experiencing this, feel able to talk about that.  You'll also hear about what Carmel has learnt about resilience during her treatment, and how she's managed to carve out a new career for herself since then.  We think she's fabulous!Connect with Effin Hormones! The perimenopause podcast:WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterConnect with Carmel and Stitch Your Parachute: Carmel: Instagram Twitter Stitch Your Parachute: Instagram Twitter Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy.  Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences.  You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phoneEffin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: betterhelp.com/effinhormones

"I love my body. Look what it's done, what it's got through! I'm so proud of it."Carmel Cardona can teach you a LOT about how to get through some of the curveballs that can end up your way at this time of life.  She's a resilience coach, and the founder of "Stitch Your Parachute" - an organisation that works with people and organisations through change and difficult times. Carmel herself experienced surgical menopause in her 30s, due to treatment for cancer. In this episode you'll hear how Carmel has managed to reclaim her sense of self after having treatment that changed her body completely. You'll hear about the impact that cancer treatments can have on libido, and how important it is that both the medical establishment and people experiencing this, feel able to talk about that. You'll also hear about what Carmel has learnt about resilience during her treatment, and how she's managed to carve out a new career for herself since then. We think she's fabulous!Connect with Effin Hormones! The perimenopause podcast:<a href="https://effinhormones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/306690264190321" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/effinhormones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/effinhormones" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>Connect with Carmel and Stitch Your Parachute: Carmel: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellocarmel/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hellocarmel" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Stitch Your Parachute: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stitchyourparachute/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a><a href="https://twitter.com/stitchyourpara" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter </a>Mentioned in this episode:Effin Hormones is sponsored by Better HelpWhat's Better Help, we hear you cry?! It’s online therapy. Better Help matches you to one of 32 thousand licensed therapists, based on your location and your preferences. You can then access therapy from your laptop or your phone Effin Hormones listeners get 10% off their first month by heading to: <a href="http://betterhelp.com/effinhormones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/effinhormones</a>

Stitch Your Parachute With Carmel Cardona

Struggling with your Effin Hormones? Then join Emma Goswell; Helen Brown, Beena Khetani and Terri Sweeney as they navigate their way through the perimenopause (and menopause too!) They're four mates who got to their 40s and asked, "Why the heck do I feel this way - and why the HECK did no-one TELL me me about this?!" It's time to talk as though there are no taboos - and have as much of a laugh as possible in this perimenopause podcast, given all the crap that can happen at this time of life. Twitter: @effinhormones Instagram: @effinhormones

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