This podcast is designed to address the most common concerns of the modern-day woman who strives for radiant health, personal success and fulfilment. Episodes are designed to help women embrace the transition into and beyond the menopause. As a former nurse, a mum and award winning speaker, author and broadcaster, Gill has considerable experience with all stages of the menopause both personally and professionally. She is open and honest and shares her knowledge, wisdom and humour from a mind, body, spirit perspective. Join her for some fact and myth busting, health advice, inspirational stories, interviews and shorter episodes or “ mini-PAUSES” Above all... the aim is to keep things light-hearted, inspirational and a down to earth so that you can embrace your wisdom years and look forward to making the most of life over 40.
A few months ago, I was interviewed on this American podcast who love to focus on relationships. As I have been with my husband for nearly 40 years !! I was asked some pertinent questions about how we have been together and happy for so long. (You may notice that American's pronounce my name with a hard “G”.)KEY TAKEAWAYS· The 3 things I have identified as the keys to our success· Timing is everything.· Finding personal identity within a partnership.· How we came to make our life plans.· There is no should, could or would.BEST MOMENTS· I talk about my hope that we will be grand-parents in a year or 2 …. OMG little did I know then that we are going to be welcome a small Barham in June 2021!· The story of the moment my husband fell in love with a me!· Why I love and respect him· How understanding the differences in our Human Design makeup has helped our relationship. · Are we “lucky” to have our wonderful 3 children?These are the show notes from the interviewerAfter 38 years together, Dr. Gill Barham has three things that made her relationship extraordinary no matter the situation. The first one started even before they got married and that's setting the intention. There's no such an option for divorce. However, Dr. Gill is smart (and not just stuck in old ways). She realizes that not all marriages are meant to stay together, for example, maybe her parents should have divorced…The second thing is a compromise. The question is if compromise means giving in to much? Well, for someone who's a people pleaser, like Dr. Gill, that's a hard one to answer. How much is it about giving in and how much is about understanding the other person?How about when things change? Babies come, kids grow up, new jobs are started, we're ready to retire. What about when menopause hits? If you've got that understanding of yourself, your partner, and the situation, you'll be able to know if it's the right time to put boundaries, try new things or keep things as calm as possible.The third one gets tricky – what comes first love or mutual respect? Well, you've got to have both (together with added lust!) in order to make your marriage a success. RESOURCESThe Radiant Menopause Podcast episodes are on a variety of topics. I have interviewed some amazing guests and have been very open about my own midlife journey.These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and Stitcher and YouTubeTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin InstagramKEY TAKEAWAYS
I am so delighted to introduce you to my good friends and like-minded-soul sisters, Wendy and Lynda. You will hear that they have a very special bond as “mirror” twins and that their careers have been closely linked for almost 40 years. Like many I interview, they are both nurses, but like me have a broader view of health and wellbeing than the traditional approach. We discuss the mis-representation of genes as basis of disease and the simultaneous things that happen that influence the onset of illness. We also talk about their signature programme, how it works, who it is for and why so many women benefit from it. KEY TAKEAWAYS· Lynda describes her bladder cancer and how she made her decision to have conventional treatment · The realisation of the true cause of her cancer, why Lynda believes she got bladder cancer but Wendy didn't and the steps she took to stop it returning.· Wendy shares that how we navigate the menopause is dependent upon how much crap we've cleared before we get there.· How looking back, anxiety and lack of confidence were part of the picture and common peri-menopause symptoms.· The importance of listening to our bodies and adjusting life to our moon-cycles: embracing femininity.· This is the time of spiritual ascension, women empowerment and balance. BEST MOMENTS· How certain types of conflict affect certain organs.· “This is serious shit that they are putting inside me!”· The stark and shocking effect of the word CANCER and its impact on the person themselves and on the people around them.· How an allergy to dogs helped Wendy cope with a situation she wasn't comfortable in. · The menopause is a transition into your wise woman years.· The 4 archetypes, the Maiden, the Mother, the Wild Woman, and the post-menopausal Wise Woman (or Shadow Crone). RESOURCESDr Hamer German New MedicineThe Six Dimensions to Loving Yourself Well – Free Wednesday sessions These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
This is a very timely moment to release this the 35th episode of the podcast as my special guest is Fiona Catchpowle who has just received a “WOW” award from Jaqueline Gold, the founder of Anne Summers for her Menopause Directory. Coming from a 15 year digital marketing background she became known as Cybergran, but after experiencing an “interesting” menopause, Fiona decided to share her story and more recently this has evolved into the creation of a place for women to get help. The Menopause directory has taken off even more since the lockdowns where menopause nurses and other specialists are available for online consultations. KEY TAKEAWAYS· The Directory is designed as a one stop shop for all things menopause.· Aimed at women as young as their late 30's· It's about normalising the conversation· We talk about POST menopause care too and the effect of the flatline of hormones· How HRT has helped us with some most common symptoms that women often just put up with· We both love the science and the biology of hormones · Symptoms are not linear and don't come in any particular order so how do we diagnose the menopause? BEST MOMENTS · “I had been experiencing menopause symptom for 5 years without realising it” · Fiona's daughter was the one that “diagnosed” her mum!· It's about the consequences of the symptoms that matter.· The sooner we pay attention the better· We are Menopause evangelists · One of the cool things about the menopause is developing more spiritual awareness· Treat for menopause first!! · How you can manage the next 40 years with your elasticated waist bands!! · Our legacy to the 30/40 year old women. RESOURCESBook at 45 min appointment – for a smoother faster diagnosis, education and support. https://themenopausedirectory.com and access the ebook here too
I am so humbled to have been able to interview the wonderful WISE WOMAN herself, Juliet Yelverton as we entered the second “lockdown” period here in the UK. Juliet is one of the UK's leading trauma healing experts and teachers. She runs the Healing Waters Sanctuary in the mysterious and legendary Glastonbury and is an activist and warrior for freedom and personal sovereignty. Her work in the field of trauma healing is highly recognised. Juliet offers her advice on how best to deal with the stress of the current times and talks about the role of the Healing Gardens during the crisis.KEY TAKEAWAYS· Connection is essential to making us feel safe.· The tragedy of our age is the stigmatisation of people traumatised as children · Juliet describes how attachment damage affects lifelong struggles with relationships and is a factor in ADHD · Juliet talks about the fact that she has 4 children but gave birth to 6 children and how that has influenced her work in pre and peri natal trauma.· It's not about going back it's about looking at how you are coping now · How to harness the WINDOW OF TOLERANCE and why we should put ourselves first.· Can we choose how to `'be`' after the trauma of the last year? BEST MOMENTS · “The children that were separated from their parents in the second world war are more traumatised than those that stayed with their parents and witnessed the horrors of war” Gabor Mate· Which child as this moment in time is having their needs met? There will be massive repercussions for our children.· How the dream of living in rural France turned into a nightmare· Why Juliet ended up in a London prison cell for a night.· The power of presence. Be curious and listen.· Trauma is the disregulation of the nervous system.· Why her home is known as the heart chakra of the planet and what her hopes are for humanity. RESOURCES Please donate to help build a polytunnel at the sanctuaryhttps://donate.seedmoney.org/4764/glastonbury-healing-gardensVisit the website for details of courses, treatments and retreatshttps://www.healing-waters.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/juliet.yelvertonhttps://twitter.com/healingwatersuk?lang=en These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin InstagramKEY TAKEAWAYS
In this the first of a series of interviews with Amanda we talk specifically about the uses and benefits of hypnotherapy. Amanda studied psychology and became an advanced hypnotherapist after gaining her first and second degrees. I so enjoyed her wonderful clear explanations of how she works and the processes that help her clients very quickly overcome their problems or fears. Amanda has a knack of engaging us with stories and examples from everyday life to help us see why her holistic approach works so effectively. I really recommend that you listen to this episode and reach out to Amanda for help.KEY TAKEAWAYS· There are different types of hypnotherapies· Amanda has many psychological tools to help each individual manage their symptoms after therapy sessions.· With counselling you can talk forever and not solve anything unless you tap into the subconscious.· How anti-depressants mask the problem and stop you from feeling better.· Doctors don't trust hypnotherapists.· When people work with Amanda their issues are usually sorted within 4-6 weeks and they also have the tools to deal with future issues. BEST MOMENTS · Amanda describe the difference between the conscious and subconscious mind and what it feels like to be hypnotised. · “I like panic attacks!”· “I am very impatient and I like to sort things out quickly.”· When Amanda has treated people with fibromyalgia, in each case it has come down to a trauma in childhood. Regression therapy is particularly useful in this case.· You are like a beacon you attract someone who will help you to heal. · Practice makes perfect you are in control of your healing.· It sounds like noddy!! RESOURCESContact Amanda: 07930 234212Email: amandaangels.ap@gmail.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/Angelictouch444These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
The tables are turned in this episode where I am the one being interviewed. Sheila Balgobin grabbed me just as I was about to launch this podcast and asked me all sorts of questions about my plans for the show. The second half of the podcast includes information on sleep, hormones and HRT. KEY TAKEAWAYS· We talked about falling fertility rates (which is covered in episode #31 with Professor Joyce Harper) · The effect of lockdown on family life · The poor knowledge of menopause in the medical profession · The variety of experiences of women and the menopause and why it is still a taboo subject · The importance of self-love · Women are suffering needlesslyBEST MOMENTS · The best age to have a baby is still 18!· Why I worry when a woman says “I'm over all that now”· Why I changed my views on HRT · We have been put on the divine naughty stool · I learn more when I laugh · “This isn't happening to everyone but if it's happening to you, you are not alone”· I want to empower women to have a good outcome when they visit their physician RESOURCESRequest to join our private chat group RADIANT MENOPAUSE CHAT https://www.facebook.com/groups/281510192848338 https://www.radiantmenopause.com/episodes These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy
Joyce is Professor of Reproductive Science at the Institute for Women's Health, University College London. She has been a leader in the field of fertility, genetics and reproductive health since 1987. As well as being an established scientist with over 200 scientific publications, Joyce is a passionate educator of the public and students at all levels, from school children to PhD level. Joyce studied a BSc in Biochemistry, has a PhD in Pharmacology and started her career as a clinical embryologist at the London Fertility Centre. In 1992 she joined the much loved and respected “in vitro” pioneer Lord Robert Winston to work on preimplantation genetic diagnosis at the Hammersmith Hospital. She is the mother of three sons born through IVF and she shares her own journey with us. KEY TAKEAWAYS· Women are born with 1-2 million eggs but by puberty most have died!· Quantity and quality of eggs declines as we age – if you compare one from a 28 year old to 38 years old · Data is showing 20% of women in the UK of post-reproductive age are childless – some by choice but many more not. · Experiencing infertility is traumatic and that trauma stays with you· At 35 the chance of miscarriage and infertility drops dramatically · Prof Harper does not recommend a blood test for fertility/menopause · We discuss solo-motherhood · People stop fertility treatments because of emotional issues, rather than financial ones. BEST MOMENTS · EARLY thirties is the time to look to starting a family · The majority of miscarriages are due to chromosome abnormalities. · We look at who is most to blame if a couple is infertile and how long to leave it to get some help · Having an informed choice is the most important thing· Our ovaries haven't kept up with feminism · I never wanted to be an IVF patient· Very powerful messages for the midlife woman· Joyce was a bit of a lad! RESOURCEShttps://www.instagram.com/ProfJoyceHarper https://twitter.com/ProfJoyceHarper https://joyceharper.com www.globalwomenconnected.com click the image to pre-order Professor Harper's book These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin InstagramKEY TAKEAWAYS
Kathie is known as The Wylde Herbalist who has found her niche women's health and wellbeing. She is the brand founder of a luxurious, certified vegan and organic botanical lubricant, WYLDE ONE designed to be actively beneficial for a healthy intimate environment. From her days training as a medical herbalist, Kathie identified a problem common for women of all ages with vaginal dryness, irritation and bacterial infections. Kathie has a clinic that offers holistic treatments in abdominal massage, Bach Flower Remedies and ceremonial cacao alongside her medical herbal expertise. KEY TAKEAWAYS· Vaginal dryness affects a wider age range than than just menopausal women. · It's more about what you need to leave OUT of a lubricant that makes it fit for purpose e.g. propyl glycol (an anti-freeze product!) · Why you should avoid glycerine in any of your body care products.· It's important to set up clear expectations with what's achievable with neutraceuticals · Prevention is so key to avoiding life-saving drugs in later lifeBEST MOMENTS· How Kathie started using her own preparations for thrush from just 14 years old · Kathie calls herself a “teenage” herbalist as she has ONLY 11 years experience!! · Sexuality is a creative force for women, and is tied to our self-esteem and self-worth.· That razor blade feeling that stops women having sex· The influence of porn on sexual education RESOURCESthewyldeherbalist.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thewyldeherbalist/ Lubethewyldeherbalist.comhttps://www.instagram.com/intothewylde/https://www.facebook.com/IntoTheWylde/https://twitter.com/IntoWylde for a free sample of WYLDE ONE email Kathie unfold@intothewylde.comThe Naked Pharmacist episode https://www.radiantmenopause.com/episodes/18These interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and StitcherTheme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin InstagramKEY TAKEAWAYSself–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her
Are you as fascinated by your dreams as I am? Sheila was my first ever guest on my TV Show, The Vitality Hour over 3 years ago where we talked about ways to alleviate stress. I am very pleased to have Sheila on my podcast, this time as a sleep expert and to talk about how you can interpret or decipher your dreams. Watch out for some fascinating insights into how to get better at remembering your dreams, and the 4 types of dreams you might encounter. KEY TAKEAWAYS· How to sleep sound and dream deep· The 4 areas of types of dreams · 50% of a dream is forgotten in the first few minutes of waking up · You can get better at remembering your dreams with practice · The importance of sleep on preventing dementia · The psychological function of sleep to overcome depression BEST MOMENTS· All mammals dream · The effects of self-medication on sleep and wellbeing · Learn about: Smokestacks, Snapshots, Problem Solvers, and Big Medicine dreams · Google was invented on the back of a dream!! (and some other amazing things) · How a series of dreams helped Sheila avoid being in the midst of the 9/11 tradegy. · You are the director!· The subconscious mind and the conscious mind are like a lock and key · The divine naughty step RESOURCEShttps://www.sheilabalgobin.com https://www.facebook.com/TheDreamDecipherer/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedreamdecipherer/ https://www.instagram.com/sheilabalgobin/ Theme music by Ray Duffy ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin InstagramThese interviews are also available on APPLE PODCASTS Spotify and Stitcherd
I am so delighted to grab some time with one of the UK's leading lights in menopause care. Dr Harper has a background in conventional medicine working as GP for more than 25 years but since her own menopause has also started a private clinic in Harley Street, central London where she is able to focus on the wellbeing of women from a more holistic point of view. We talk about how we are both keen to help women make the menopause a more manageable and positive experience.KEY TAKEAWAYS· Our age does not define us· The effect of lockdown on menopausal women specifically.· HRT risks: 30% of breast cancers are caused by poor lifestyle choices whereas only 2% are caused by HRT (although not ALL women can take it).· I ask Dr Harper how we get the best care from our GPs and the 5 things she covers when training her peers· When to consider getting help and at what age Dr Harper decided to start HRT herself and why.· The reason HRT is prescribed and in what forms and how to take it, including testosterone.· How to manage progesterone sensitivityBEST MOMENTS· It's OK not to feel OK· There is only so far you can go with natural remedies· Look at this as a “hormone deficient” state· Don't deny yourself HRT because of the press stories, I ask Dr Harper how we get the best care from our GPs and the 5 things she covers when training her peers· I feel like I am on speed as a GP.· There is no end point for HRTRESOURCESwebsiteFaceBookTwitterInstagram
I have been a big fan of Joanne's for a while now, completely absorbed in her amazing achievements and determination.(Not least a WORLD CHAMPION) After a diagnosis of cervical cancer at just 26 years old, Joanne's life was turned upside down following radical treatment that through her headlong into an early surgical menopause. Following years of self-discovery and rebuilding her health Joanne was then diagnosed with another life threatening illness. I dare you not to be inspired.KEY TAKEAWAYS· How we are fortunate to have the internet when we are given information that is not explained to us· The lack of support for Joanne and women like her to look at ways in which she could have had a family in the future· How Joanne did her own research to work out what would help her most by looking after her body holistically.· The need to be more understanding if you know anyone in a similar situation· How eventually she decided that this wouldn't define her.· How no one has mentioned to Joanne the benefits of HRT as a post-menopausal woman· The benefit she gained from achieving her NLP master practitioner· Like most of my guests, Joanne answers my 3 quick-fire questions.BEST MOMENTS· The turning point when Joanne poured water into her handbag· “I didn't feel like I was a woman anymore”· The shocking lack of empathy for Joanne going to clinic appointments alongside expectant mothers· “Don't shut me out” her plea to her friends with babies· The tumbleweed moment – I can't have children; how and when to break the news· How Joanne was not ready to give up despite all her challenges and the fact that her military training and fitness helped.· “it's not just one thing that will change your life”· Loving yourself as you are is way more important than how you look.RESOURCESwebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramLinkInListen to episode 11 to hear Emma's story about her breast cancer and surgical menopause.ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
How many women are told that they cannot have why they want even when they have done their research and know the risks and benefits of treatment options.Being denied having a say in what happens to you and your body is still too much of the norm especially when it comes to the menopauseThis rant was inspired by yet another client who got little if no help from her GP with fixed ideas that do not concur with the NICE menopause guidelines
One of my special friends and associates, for many years Sandra was a very popular broadcaster in main street media in her native Belgium. Suffering burnout after years of being part of the “golden couple” Sandra walked away from her life of fame, and as a people pleaser, to undertake a quest to healing herself so that she could become the real Sandra. This conversation is a wonderful exploration of ways to invoke deep healing within the divine feminine.KEY TAKEAWAYS· We live in out head because it is a safe place· We see the body as a concept· Become aware of past traumas· We talk about ancestral pain· Attitudes to menstruation and our wombs· The importance of expressing ourselves as womenBEST MOMENTS· The body is a sponge of all unprocessed emotions· Suppression of emotions causes physical symptoms· A woman's most vulnerable area becoming the HOLY GRAIL when you start to listen· Our wisdom is from our womb, time to connect with it (even if you don't have one)· Start being beautifully selfish· Why fulfilled wives make happy husbands !RESOURCEShttp://www.sandradeakin.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-deakin-8a841576/https://www.instagram.com/sandra_deakin_com/https://www.buzzsprout.com/1141700https://www.facebook.com/Sandra-Deakin-1605537229706247We referred to the work ofDr Gabor Mate, Dr Joe Dispenza and Dr Bruce LiptonAnd Brandon Bays https://www.thejourney.comSee also the episode with Dr Marion Bevington who talks about traumaABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
The Barenaked Coach helps you bring back passion and intimacy. Maggie Bain is a Nigerian born former nurse, who has travelled the world offering advice on sex almost everywhere! Maggie provides individuals and couples with customised coaching to reignite their desire for each other and in the bedroom, deepen their intimacy and achieve more satisfaction in their relationship. Maggie also shares with us her own experience with the menopause.KEY TAKEAWAYS· We talk about what we feel as midlife women· We also discuss the focus and intensity on relationships as a result of the current pandemic· What is important about a partnership when someone is menopausal – how to cope with the disconnect· Arousal starts in the mind· We all want to fell needed, wanted and loved· You have to pay attentionBEST MOMENTS· The WISDOM of the midlife woman· Connection and Touch – the importance of sensuality· The brain is our greatest sex organ· Deep passionate kissing is the key· Touch is the bond· Are you flirting?RESOURCESWebsite Facebook Instagram YouTubeABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
The short episode focusses on:More about nutrition, and why we need to supplement. (EVEN IF you think you have a good diet.)and the importance of choosing high quality food and nutraceuticals.Google will show you 1 million results if you search for supplements online.How do you know what to choose?Contact Dr Gill for help and advice if YOU are looking to improve your wellbeing with safe and clinically trialled products and services.INCIDENTALLY - There has never been a more important time to raise your immunity by accessing good quality vitamin D, C and zinc.ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Welcome to PLANET MARION. How did this computer scientist and atheist find her way to the life of a “spiritual space cadet”? Dr Marion Bevington is one of my closest friends and guides. I don't know anyone quite like her! She is the person that has shown me how to enjoy life more. There is such learning in this episode and wonderful energy. No holds barred by the way! Be ready for a laugh and some choice language!KEY TAKEAWAYS· The power of Meta- medicine (also known as German New Medicine)· When we are stressed our perception changes and we see things only in black and white.· How “trauma” is running the show for us all· Why you might want to let your kids dress themselves in the morning.· `Hot flushes and shame· Marion's positive attitude to hot flushes.· How to FIND YOUR WHYBEST MOMENTS· “I used to programme computers and now I de- programme people”.· A window into the world of Marion as a nomad!!· Finding her purpose – this is it! Yoga and truth.· Why Marion is on constant alert· “THE OBSTACLE IS THE WAY”· “My independence is my identity – it's not me”· We discuss youth envyRESOURCEShttp://marionbevington.comhttps://www.livelovelaughlounge.com/WHYs2020webclasshttps://www.findyourwhyfoundation.comDon't forget to subscribe and download. Please join our all women Radiant Menopause Chat group on facebookABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
I am drawn to fellow nurses! It turns out that so many of my friends, clients, colleagues and podcast guests have a similar background and they always say the same thing happens to them too! Diane is no exception. Unlike me, she has stayed with in the allopathic world of conventional medicine, but her heart is in the holistic approach and is an advocate of lifestyle medicine alongside her work as a prescribing Nurse Practitioner.KEY TAKEAWAYS· There is more education of trainee medics, but a vast number of GP's are still not working aligned to current guidelines.· Find someone in your surgery that specialises in women's health to get your best care.· The empathy that nurses can offer menopausal women· Mis-diagnosis of symptoms· The need for clarity about the true risks of HRT· Why women over 60 more commonly have stroke and heart attacksBEST MOMENTS· Aromatherapy in the 1980's on a surgical ward!! Groundbreaking.· The catalyst for Diane's present career· The number 1 question every Dr should ask themselves when a woman over 40 makes a visit.· “I live and breathe menopause research”· Why we are both alarmed by post-menopausal women thanking they don't need helpRESOURCESwww.bourne2care.co.ukwww.facebook.com/bourne2carewww.twitter.com/DianePorterfie2www.instagram.com/dianeporterfield_bourneMake sure you take advantage of the reduced offer until October the 18th 2020 of a consultation (£99 instead of £145)Diane offers year round discounts to all NHS and Emergency Services staff.ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
This is a 6 minute foray into the positive effects of good nutrition on combating stressWhy should we bother to eat organically?What foods are good for us?ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
I so enjoyed talking to Elizabeth Carr-Ellis.Elizabeth couldn't be a princess so choose to spread the news instead. It's so common for me to find like-minded souls who turn out to be fellow Pisceans! Our watery chat covers some great detail about the menopause and some inspiring messages to women on their midlife and beyond.KEY TAKEAWAYS· Her success as the first and only female night-editor of THE SCOTSMAN· How turning 50 and the death of a friend kick-started her success as a midlife blogger.· The rules don't apply anymore.· Elizabeth's unusual first sign of peri-menopause· Common mental health problems of the menopause and the effect on her relationship, work and life.· How the lack of HRT during led to her recent suicidal thoughts.· 30% of women reported that their symptoms have worsened during lockdown.BEST MOMENTS· The mutual connection we have in the eccentric Felix Dennis.· “I don't take the shit anymore”· We are looking forward to drinking Gin in our 90's· The moment her GP asked her if she did cocaine!· How her husband diagnosed her symptoms· The HRT study that has “ruined women's lives”.· The reason for the creation of the #knowyourmenopause poster campaign· Are you turning into your grumpy old aunt?RESOURCEShttps://50sense.net/ websitehttps://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ellis.338https://twitter.com/50Sensehttps://www.instagram.com/lizzieat50sense/the campaignhttps://www.pausitivity.co.uk/ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Kevin Leivers is the owner and founder of the Naked Pharmacy. This “in conversation” episode focusses on the use of pharmacology and nutraceuticals. Trained as a conventional pharmacist, Kevin realised very early in his career that he wanted to offer more natural and holistic solutions to prevent and reverse illness. We discuss his career and the future of healthcare and prescribing and he gives us his approach for typical menopause symptoms like digestive and joint issues, and mental problems like depression and anxiety.KEY TAKEAWAYS· The benefits of quality supplements for building immunity· The dangers of over prescribing and the poly-pharmacy· The common practice of antibiotic prescriptions and the link to allergies· Don't put your pharmacist or GP on a pedestal· Do your own researchBEST MOMENTS· Mental health problems are not always do to with the brain· How research has discovered the real source of the happy hormone serotonin· How drugs are developed· The effect of a diet of burgers on a teenager· The power of saffron on anxiety· Your instinct mattersRESOURCESWEBSITEFACEBOOKLINKEDINRead more HERE about you and your relationship to Yellowstone ParkLink to find a menopause specialist in your areaABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Stress around relationships - sound familiar? this mini-pause includes a couple of exercises for you to do around your relationships.ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
This “in conversation” episode is with the founder of MENOPAUSE CAFÉ events, Rachel Weiss. Rachel is a counsellor and coach and based the menopause-conversation cafes on the “death cafe” model which was already a success. These not-for-profit events help people talk about their experiences in a safe environment with the added bonus of coffee and cake! Rachel explains how the meet-ups, and now LOCKDOWN virtual meetings work, who they are for and why they are so helpful. There are over 400 events now across the world and an annual festival held in Perth, Scotland, Flush Fest 30th April- 1st May celebrating all things menopause.KEY TAKEAWAYS· How to find a café· Where to search for menopause expertise· The importance of managing fear and developing more knowledge.· Rachel's own mild symptoms of the peri-menopause at 54.· It is human contact that makes the difference, rather than relying on the internet for information or support.BEST MOMENTS· “Menopause is a stage of life, about becoming the “wise elder”.”· The importance of the new generation of openness· Embracing our third-ageTypical feedback includes:“I talked about more intimate matters to these strangers than I have to my friends”“Now I feel normal, I know it's not just me, I'm not going mad!”Connect here:Cafe events and Flush festFacebookInstagramFind a Menopause Dr.Help the campaign #makemenopausematterABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Fellow nutritional therapist Clare Shepherd joins me for a chat about how we can use food as medicine to support the menopause journey. Clare is totally relatable as she describes her own experience of being in her 30's when the menopause hit her and how unprepared she was. Clare is a wonderful example of how a holistic approach to health has helped her remain positive and radiant into her mid 60's.KEY TAKEAWAYS· The importance of self-care for immunity and midlife wellness· Her personal experience of endometriosis and how that affected her in menopause.· Why good nutrition is the basis of everything to work· Clare's no 1 nutrition essential· Watch your supermarket trolley!BEST MOMENTS· The embarrassing incident that brought her job to an abrupt end.· The success of the KNOW YOUR MENOPAUSE campaign· How we have both struggled through lockdown· We discuss the pandemic fallout· Clare shares her top tips· CBA !!RESOURCESPlease connect with Clare here:https://www.yournewlifeplan.com/https://www.facebook.com/MenopauseRoadMaphttps://www.instagram.com/clare_shepherd_menopause_coach/Please support the #knowyourmenpause campaign – you can download the poster and support packhttps://www.pausitivity.co.uk/ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
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As promised, this is my first "in conversation" episode with a partner of a menopausal woman. Jonathan is the husband of Emma Guy who features in episode 11 sharing her story of her breast cancer journey and surgical menopause.KEY TAKEAWAYS• Jonathan is honest about how difficult it was to offer support when Emma was diagnosed and went through her treatment.• His focus was totally on Emma but that he received no support himself. This is the first conversation Jonathan has ever had about this difficult time.• His thoughts on how his physical relationship with Emma has changedBEST MOMENTS• How a positive mindset and being ‘The Anorak” helped him cope.• How Emma's anger is one of the most challenging menopause symptoms that they deal with and how he manages it.• Some simple advice for every man.RESOURCESThe MacMillan Cancer website - support for menABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
We all need role models, and Senator Yvonne is one of these women for me and many other women in business. She is a pioneer for equality and diversity and someone who has moved with global trends, in terms of race, religion and gender. She has such an openness, a passion and naturalness in the way she lives and works and is keen to support and bring all women together with her WINTRADE movement. She takes her work seriously and with great pride and responsibility and is a powerful leader. This episode was recorded on the 5th July 2020.KEY TAKEAWAYSHow her experience as 1 of 6 children of a migrant family ended up in Battersea trying to find somewhere to live amidst racist signs she believes is the driving force for entrepreneurship.The discrimination she suffered as the only visible black woman in a prominent role working for CBS led to a recognition of her talent but not being considered for promotion.A true journey of resilience.How her menopause seemed to arrive after a sudden shock.The importance of finding menopause specialists to support the transitionBEST MOMENTS“The only way for me to move up was to move out”All the “FIRSTS” as a female in business, a black woman, and a single mother.Hear what Yvonne is looking forward to and what she enjoys about her life at 65RESOURCESWINTRADE global talkshttps://www.msyvonnethompson.com/https://wintradeglobal.com/Support the campaign sign the petition: Make Menopause Matter in Healthcare, Employment and Education. #MakeMenopauseMatterABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Friend and fellow therapist and menopause expert Emma Guy shares her storyMy second “in conversation” in this series is with Acupuncturist Emma Guy, AKA the Menopause Godmother. Emma has 9 years experience of helping women with menopausal symptoms through her GUY PROTOCOL and is currently writing her first book. I invited Emma onto the podcast to talk about her own personal experience with cancer and surgical menopause.Emma is also known as the “baby maker”. Watch out for Emma and a fellow Acupuncturist Sally Varley in a special future fertility episode.My conversation with Emma's husband Jonathan is coming up soon in a future episode.KEY TAKEAWAYS· How Emma dealt with her breast cancer diagnosis.· Empowering women to listen to their gut and make choices about their health and wellbeing.· How women are still not warned about menopause after surgery by their physicians.· The effects of withdrawal of oestrogen and how Chinese medicine helps.· How little your average GP knows about the menopause· The importance of empathy and creating a safe space for clients.BEST MOMENTS· How the menopause godmother was born· How her life changed overnight· Emma's Hotel California moment· Discussing big floppy feet !!· Researching HRT· Emma's teenage son knowing about the menopause· Angry Emma!!· My give-a-damn's bustedRESOURCESOestrogen Matters: Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve Women's Well-Being and Lengthen Their Lives - Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer Avrum Bluming MD (Author), Carol Tavris PhD (Author)
Today this 4 minute mini-PAUSE covers the effects of stress on our hormones
For my first "in conversation" episode I have chosen the amazing RACHEL ELNAUGH..Business mentor, professional speaker and entrepreneur., Rachel was the creator of the experiences brand RED LETTER DAYS , the multi million pound turnover business that became the market leader and household name which changed the leisure industry for ever. She became famous as the first FEMALE entrepreneur on the BBC TV show Dragons Den in 2005.KEY TAKEAWAYS· Her changing views on motherhood and conscious parenting· A mother's role in helping sons become heart centred men· The “pattern interrupt' effect of covid-19· Trauma, parents and childhood and psychopathic behaviour· The path of the modern day “wise woman”BEST MOMENTS· Why “life is too short to stuff a mushroom”· How to get your teenage son to tidy his room.· How tantric massage cured her hot flushesRESOURCESYou can contact and learn more about Rachel and her Evolutionaries viawww.rachelelnaugh.com www.source.tvFurther reading and help on trauma and healingGabor Mate – childhood traumaJuliet Yelverton – trauma healing online and at the Healing Waters - GlastonburyGill's Light-hearted Conversation with RachelABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award-winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals) Europe and the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) with which she became a No 1 best-selling co-author in the UK and USA of the book Transformation Lessons.Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
KEY TAKEAWAYSThe rollercoaster ride of the female hormones Gill shares her own experiences of some of the 45 symptoms of the menopauseBEST MOMENTSGill's confession about HRTThe stats about breast cancer and HRTRESOURCESdownload the menopause NICE guidelinesABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) Europe and the WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals)Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
This mini-PAUSE highlights the link to insulin resistance and type 1 diabetesThe cheeky relationship between the hormones, insulin and cortisol
The taboo condition that will affect up to 80% of women, yet most have never heard of it! Me included until it happened to me.KEY TAKEAWAYSA frank and open episode that looks at one of the most common symptoms of ageing and the menopause for women. Dr Gill talks about her own experience and how she has overcome it.BEST MOMENTSThe facts and myths about HRTHow to minimise the risks of other diseases as a post-menopausal woman.The little know facts about your physician and their education on the menopause.RESOURCESFurther reading:ME & MY MENOPAUSAL VAGINA: Living with Vaginal AtrophyOestrogen Matters: Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve Women's Well-Being and Lengthen Their Lives - Without Raising the Risk of Breast CancerABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) Europe and the WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals)Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
KEY TAKEAWAYSGill shares her holistic approach to health and wellbeing and talks about the various ways you can manage your menopause and beyond. She also introduces some of the very special guests she has lined up for you in future episodes.BEST MOMENTSGill's life-changing moment when she was just 28.RESOURCESGill's favourite book of for personal growth: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How To Lose Your Mind And Create A New One ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) Europe and the WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals)Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
This series was recorded in the French Alps in the summer of 2019apologies for the “noises off”
KEY TAKEAWAYSThe normal feelings of motherhood from your child's first day at school to the day they leave home.Acceptance of the grieving process and disregarding guiltBEST MOMENTSGill's supermarket moment!RESOURCESRead the blog - the female elephant in the room ABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) Europe and the WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals)Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
KEY TAKEAWAYSTerminology explainedStages of the menopause - the hormone journeyWhat to expect - common and lesser know symptoms.BEST MOMENTSGill's attempts at being superwoman! sound familiar? RESOURCESvisit the menopause Symptom checker
KEY TAKEAWAYSHow I went from fat, sick and unhappy to award winning author, international speaker and transformational leader.BEST MOMENTSThe one question that changed my life path forever.The “trouble” with the menopause!RESOURCESGill's book The Heart of a Woman is available on AmazonABOUT THE HOSTDr. Gill Barham is an international award winning author, speaker, speaker trainer, broadcast presenter, Elite Holistic Health Coach and advocate for self–care.Her Podcast “Radiant Menopause” is designed to debunk myths, inform and educate women, (and men) on what to expect of the transition into midlife. Her goal is to empower women to make the most of their “wisdom” years.Dr Gill Barham uses her experience and expertise to run UK and International Public Speaking and Wellbeing events and retreats.Dr. Gill studied music as her first degree before qualifying as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in the UK. She has been studying functional medicine for the past 8 years and her transformational work has been recognised with a Doctorate Honoris Causa from the AUGP (Academy of Universal Global Peace) A Peace Award from the UPF (Universal Peace Federation) and she is a member of the ATL (Association of Transformational Leaders) Europe and the WAoFP (Worldwide Association of Female Professionals)Her humanitarian work currently involves running a domestic abuse awareness campaign called SPOT THE SIGNS - during lockdown and beyond. This is supported by her other podcast “The Life you Deserve” where she interviews experts and survivors highlighting ways in which we can recognise violence in the home and support potential victims.Connect with her here: www.radiantmenopause.com www.drgillbarham.comTwitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram
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