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What comes to mind when you hear the word hypnotherapy? Relaxation, a deep sleep, or perhaps you're more of a sceptic and imagining being taken into a trance like state? Well in this episode, I'm joined by experienced Clinical Hypnotherapist, Sally Garozzo, and we're going to explore the practice of hypnotherapy and hear about how it could ease menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, anxiety and sleep disturbances. Sally will help us to bust some myths about hypnotherapy, help us understand the benefits and learn exactly how it can help during the perimenopause and menopause years.  As well as being an award winning clinical hypnotherapist and an advanced rapid transformational therapist, Sally Garozzo is also the founder of the Menopause Mindset Hypnosis collection, the world's only powerful set of hypnosis recordings, specifically for menopause symptoms. She also helps people with insomnia inside her Sleep Superpower Academy.  In this episode 01:36 What is hypnotherapy and how does it work? 06:53 What happens to the body during hypnosis 08:33 The benefits of hypnosis during menopause 15:33 How to know if hypnotherapy is for you 19:20 Creating a safe space for emotional treatments 22:12 How to access hypnotherapy About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/  We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Insta: @sallygarozzomindmentor FB: https://www.facebook.com/sallygarozzomindmentor Tw: https://twitter.com/sallygarozzo Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media https://www.emilycrosbymedia.com/ This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! https://youthandearth.com/   Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Too often women living with disability are left out of the menopause and midlife women's health conversations, and as a result put their symptoms down to pre existing health conditions, not realising that they could be entering perimenopause or menopause.  In this episode, I'll be talking to Emma Livingstone about navigating the menopause with a disability. Emma Livingstone was born with cerebral palsy and had to give up work having seen a significant decline in her mobility in recent years, leading to several surgeries. It was her frustration at the lack of knowledge and understanding of cerebral palsy as a disability affecting adults that spurred her on to begin campaigning. And she founded Up, the adult cerebral palsy movement, to campaign for better support and services and give a voice to the adult cerebral palsy community. In this episode: 01:46 Why Emma founded Up 08:09 The impact of aging on Emma's health 12:56 Experiences of the CP community with menopause 21:48 Untangling diagnoses 25:43 Recognising CP as an adult condition About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/  We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about the Up Movement: Insta: @upmovement_cp FB: https://www.facebook.com/upmovementcp Tw: https://twitter.com/upmovement_cp LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upmovementcp/ Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media https://www.emilycrosbymedia.com/ This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! https://youthandearth.com/   Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Your pelvic floor is an incredibly important part of the body that very often doesn't get the attention it deserves. Incontinence, painful sex and constipation are all embarrassing symptoms of a weak pelvic floor. But on occasion, poor pelvic floor health can result in more serious issues such as prolapse. All of these issues are extremely common, particularly after pregnancy and childbirth. And they're absolutely treatable, but aren't openly discussed often enough. And many women suffer unnecessarily in silence rather than seek help. So I'm delighted to be able to speak today to author pelvic floor specialist and creator of the ABS system Kim Vopni.  Kim Vopni is a speaker and women's health educator known as the Vagina Coach. She is a certified fitness professional who became passionate about spreading information on pelvic health when she was pregnant with her first child.  In this episode 01:32 What is pelvic floor prolapse? 6:24 How hormones affect your pelvic floor 10:22 Pelvic floor exercise 16:50 Pelvic floor therapy 20:59 When is surgery the answer? 25:05 Working with a pelvic health physiotherapist About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/  We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Kim: https://www.vaginacoach.com/Kim's book: Your Pelvic Floor, by Kim Vopni Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media https://www.emilycrosbymedia.com/ This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! https://youthandearth.com/   Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Why is resistance training so important as we age, and how can we fit it into our busy lives?  In today's episode, I'm talking to personal trainer Kate Oakley, about how we can increase strength and protect our bones and joints and midlife, as well as finding ways to fit it into our day. Even if you only have five minutes to spare, we'll find out how the right kind of training can do more than just help you get through the challenges that come with menopause, but also be empowering and totally change your outlook on life.  Kate Oakley is the founder of Your Future Fit. She's always loved fitness and training, but it was a passion. She only turned into a career at the age of 50, after a 25 year career in HR, to help peri and postmenopausal women who are going through similar challenges to her. As a fully qualified personal trainer, Kate focuses on encouraging women to start with small habit changes to their exercise, gradually building up the consistency that is sustainable for the future.  In this episode 00:00 Intro 01:39 How exercise should change post-40 05:30 Why muscles break down as we age 08:16 The benefits of resistance training 13:25 Lifestyle changes you can make 16:09 Fitting exercise into your busy life 21:06 Which weights do you need? 25:46 Walking for health 27:09 Nutrition for resistance training About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/  We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Kate: www.yourfuturefit.com Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media https://www.emilycrosbymedia.com/ This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! https://youthandearth.com/   Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Bone health and osteoporosis is often one of those forgotten symptoms of menopause. It's very easy for us to focus on the symptoms that are troubling us in the here and now like hot flushes or sleep issues or brain fog. And I totally get that we might not be in a place to give much thought to some of those longer term symptoms, and the ones you can't feel or see straight away like our bone health. So this episode is all about taking half an hour or so to give you the essentials on bone health and osteoporosis, so you know exactly what it's all about, and how we can reduce our risk of getting osteoporosis with some really practical tips. Joining me is Dr. Kate Bunyan.  Dr Kate Bunyan is the Medical Director at Stella, who are the experts who power our online menopause clinic, the Latte Lounge +. She has a special interest in women's health and is a member of the British Menopause Society. Kate is a regular guest in The Latte Lounge and always packs in so much helpful information. In this episode 00:00 Intro 01:40 Why is bone health important? 03:50 What is osteoporosis? 06:47 Risk factors for osteoporosis 09:22 How do you know if you have bone damage? 14:25 Lifestyle changes you can make 26:04 HRT and bone health 29:07 Medications and treatment About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Latte Lounge+: https://www.onstella.com/the-latte-lounge/ The Royal Osteoporosis Society: https://theros.org.uk/ Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Is it possible to slow down ageing? And how can we give ourselves the best possible chance to live a long and healthy life?  That's the topic I discuss in this episode with TEDx speaker, GP, lifestyle doctor and coach Dr. Alka Patel.  I first met Dr Alka two years ago when I interviewed her for our first ever Midlife Festival. What stuck with me is her mantra that our health is a ‘skill' - she explained to me that health is not something we're just given, it's something we have to work at. Join me as we dive into that more closely and hear Dr Alka's tips for how we can all make compassionate lifestyle changes for a happy, healthy and long life. In this episode 00:00 Intro 5:27 What does it take to be healthy in midlife? 13:21 Lifestyle factors that contribute to long life 23:28 Diet and supplements 28:16 Building good habits 33:31 Menopause and ageing About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge (https://www.lattelounge.co.uk). We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here: https://www.onstella.com/the-latte-lounge/ The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/ Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Dr Alka Patel: https://dralkapatel.com/ Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media (https://www.emilycrosbymedia.com) This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth (www.youthandearth.com). Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Welcome to Series Five of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 13th June 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: The Latte Lounge podcast is presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. This series is sponsored by Youth & Earth. Visit Youth & Earth and use code LATTE25 at the checkout for a 25% discount on products! Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to menopause expert Dr. Emma Ping. The perimenopause and menopause can be a very turbulent time particularly for women with ADHD. We'll be talking about how the symptoms of ADHD can be exacerbated by fluctuating hormones and why so many women are diagnosed in midlife. Dr. Emma Ping is passionate about offering women holistic, evidence based advice and support. She's a member of the British Menopause Society and International Menopause Society, and as a midlife woman herself has experienced symptoms of the perimenopause. She appreciates what a positive difference good advice and treatments can make to how you feel about your quality of life. Dr. Ping has a special interest in ADHD, particularly in women and how hormones influence symptoms. She works at Menopause Care with Dr. Naomi Potter.  2:20 What is ADHD? 6:22 Signs of ADHD in women 9:30 ADHD and the menopause 14:28 Getting a diagnosis  21:06 Treatment options 26:43 Talking to family and friends about your diagnosis About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: www.menopausecare.co.uk Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode I'm speaking to leading rheumatologist Professor Hasan Tahir, about just why we experience joint pain as we age, and what menopause has to do with it. We're going to discuss everything from common aches and pains right through to conditions such as degenerative disc disease, osteopenia, osteoporosis and fibromyalgia. I want to use this episode to help you understand more about how you can get the right diagnosis for you, plus the range of treatment options including standard pain relief and lifestyle measures, and when to know when it's time to seek more specialist help. Professor Tahir is an award winning specialist in rheumatology, sports medicine and general medicine. He is a consultant at the Royal Free London NHS Trust with several private clinics, and is actively involved in the latest research and the use of new treatments in arthritis. He's been a TV presenter of Life Health Show, and is actively involved in humanitarian work overseas.  2:29 Aging and our joints 5:19 Changes with the menopause 6:44 What does a rheumatologist do? 8:16 Fibromyalgia 16:09 Treatment options for pain 22:45 Lifestyle changes 25:04 HRT About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: www.hasantahir.com www.myspaapp.net Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode,I'm going to be talking to food coach and menopause expert Meera Bhogal, about how we can all cook our way to a happier menopause. We'll be talking about how many women can develop in midlife or discover they were suffering for years before with allergies and food intolerances, which can affect your quality of life during midlife and menopause. We'll also be discussing how through Meera's own personal journey with food allergies, she created a brand new healthy and nutrition rich food brand. Meera Bhogal is the founder of the healthy food brand Meera's Made From Scratch, which she created after realising that much of the gluten and dairy free food she needed to eat contained far too much sugar. She's hugely passionate about raising awareness of menopause, especially within South Asian communities where it's often not spoken about openly.  02:29 Meera's story 12:03 Building a food brand 19:13 Eating out with food intolerances 23:15 Easy cooking  26:55 Menopause and the South Asian community About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: www.meerasmadefromscratch.co.uk Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to yoga instructor, author and founder of Menopause Yoga Petra Coveney about how yoga can help with the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Yoga is now recommended by the NHS as there is evidence that it can help us manage mood swings, low mood and anxiety during menopause. So I wanted to speak to Petra to find out more about these amazing benefits and just why yoga is such a special practice. If you've never tried yoga before, or if you're a regular, I encourage you to listen to this fascinating conversation as Petra takes us through how we can incorporate yoga into our regular activity and the sorts of yoga poses that are going to be most beneficial for our symptoms. Petra Coveney is the author of Menopause Yoga: A holistic guide to supporting women on their menopause journey and a member of the British Medical Society. She created Menopause Yoga and Wellbeing back in 2011, following her own difficult experiences of the perimenopause and based on years of research into yoga, nutrition, HRT herbal remedies, acupuncture, and much more to help her to alleviate painful and disruptive symptoms. 04:05 The benefits of yoga 5:52 What's different about menopause yoga? 11:11 Bone desity and strength training 16:35 How to start as a complete beginner 19:46 Incorporating yoga into your busy life 24:09 Yoga and energy 26:48 Yoga and sexual health 29:41 Osteoporosis About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: www.menopause-yoga.com Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode I'm excited to welcome back to the podcast Neurologist Professor Guy Leschziner. During my last conversation with Professor Leschziner, we looked at sleep issues during midlife and menopause, and this time we'll be taking a deep dive into the female brain, and the impact of our hormones lifestyle and environment on our brain health. I want to find out why so many of us midlife women often complain of developing symptoms, such as brain fog, headaches and migraines during this time of our lives. And stay tuned as we'll also be examining the latest research and evidence on how to protect our brain health and potentially reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's and dementia, in midlife menopause and beyond. Professor Guy Leschziner is a consultant neurologist and a Professor of Neurology and Sleep Medicine at King's College London. He is a published author with ongoing research interests in sleep disorders, including restless leg syndrome, and he's presented two series on the brain and sleep for BBC Radio. And you may also recognise him from The Secrets of Sleep on Channel 4.  2:00 Brain fog 5:47 Dementia 11:00 Lifestyle and brain health 15:30 Migraines About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: www.guyleschziner.com Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode I've invited Dr. Rachel Hines, a medical specialist GP and the Clinical Director of Medical Services at Stella to talk to me about our new service, Latte Lounge +. If you're intrigued about the idea of an online menopause clinic, then stay tuned as we'll be walking you through exactly how it works. And getting through all your questions too.  Dr. Rachel Hines is an expert in the field of menopause. She's completed advanced menopause training with the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare, and she's on the British Menopause Society Specialist Register. Rachel's also an experienced GP and worked for the NHS for 17 years. She has diplomas in sexual and reproductive health care, gynaecology and child health and has specialised in women's health throughout her career working in community gynaecology for four years alongside her GP work. Alongside her work for Stella, she works at Claire Mellon and Associates at the Portland Hospital.  2:00 Why getting a diagnosis can be so difficult 5:09 When medication is needed 8:30 How Latte Lounge + works 9:28 Speaking with an online doctor 12:45 Receiving prescriptions by post 13:49 Additional support from the app About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/    Thank you: The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

Welcome to Series Four of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 25th April 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/    The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!  

In this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by celebrity hairdresser Michael Douglas. So many women experience hair loss and hair thinning during our midlife years and during menopause, which I know can really impact on self esteem. So this episode is an important conversation to have. We're going to be discussing what changes happen to our hair as we age and get Michael's expert advice on how to best protect, cut and style our hair. We'll also be discussing the treatment options that will and won't work to save us all wasting valuable time and money on products that don't make a difference and could even make things worse. You may have seen Michael on TVs This Morning, GMB or on The One Show over the years, or perhaps listened to him on his podcast making the cut, which he co hosts with his partner, TV presenter and menopause campaigner Davina McCall. Michael is on a mission to use his 30 years of experience to demystify the world of hair styling for women, empowering them with the tools, knowledge and confidence to style their hair quickly and without fast or hours spent in the salon.  In this episode 01:47 How does hair change in midlife? 4:00 Is hair loss inevitable? 9:00 Seeking professional help 12:00 Do products help? 15:08 Cuts and styling 18:01 Hair extensions 22:08 Going grey and embracing the grey 27:35 Dying hair 30:35 Talking about the menopause   About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £10 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: https://mdlondon.co.uk/ Instagram: @mdlondon Twitter: @mdlondon TikTok: @mdlondonhair Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

From the very first stages of planning this podcast over a year ago, there was one person I knew I had to interview. Professor Michael Baum is a British surgical oncologist who has dedicated his career to caring for women with breast cancer, and was honoured with the St Gallen Lifetime Achievement Award for the treatment of breast cancer in 2007, and the gold medal of the International College of Surgeons. During his career Professor Baum had a key influence on how breast cancer is now treated and manage co developing pioneering treatments, including one that replaces weeks of long treatment with just one shot of radiotherapy in a single 20 to 30 minute hospital visit. He is quite simply an inspiration in the world of women's health. And for regulars of the Latte Lounge, you'll also know that I'm lucky enough to call this wonderful man, my dad, and he's part of the reason I created the Latte Lounge. In this episode we're going to be exploring breast cancer and midlife and just how common it is looking at the latest treatment options, and how menopausal symptoms can impact recovery. Professor Baum is going to share his vast experience with us and explain how diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer has evolved over the years and just why he's optimistic about the future of breast cancer research. In this episode 2:41 Professor Baum's inspiration and career 6:16 How breast cancer treatment has evolved during his career 8:37 Current treatments and survival rates 13:20 Screening 22:00 Alternatives to screening 23:30 Advice for high risk women 26:50 Early diagnosis and risk 31:16 Does HRT cause breast cancer? 34:36 Treating breast cancer and menopause 40:53 The future of women's health About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £10 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: The History and mystery of breast cancer, by Professor Michael Baum Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to life coach and Olympian Michelle Griffiths Robinson. I first interviewed Michelle for the midlife Festival in 2021, all about self belief and confidence. And honestly, it was such an inspiring conversation that I knew I just had to have her back for this podcast. Michelle represented Great Britain for two decades as a triple jumper competing at the highest level, including at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. She was the first woman to jump over 14 metres in the Commonwealth. Since then, she has combined her passion for fitness and personal growth and is now a coach and mentor for individuals and organisations. Today, we're going to be chatting all about positive mindset in midlife, how to avoid the comparison trap, how to get yourself out of a rut and feeling great about yourself, and what self care really means for us busy women. I promise you by the end of this conversation, when Michelle, you're going to feel energised, empowered, and excited about the possibilities in life. In this episode 1:46 Michelle's confidence journey 5:07 Coaching women through the menopause 8:00 Tools for regaining confidence 10:00 Choosing between acceptance and change 12:00 Committing to fitness 14:47 Embracing your personal style 16:37 Does size matter? 18:27 The sandwich generation 21:00 Avoiding the comparison trap 23:25 Taking care of yourself through difficult times 25:43 Establishing boundaries   About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £10 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Michelle's website: michellegriffithrobinsonoly.co.uk Instagram: @michellegriffithrobinson Twitter: @RobinsonOly Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, I'm talking to continence nurse specialist and author Jane Simpson, about the impact that ageing and fluctuating hormones during menopause have on our pelvic health. We'll cover the common problems we might experience with our pelvic floors, including weak bladders, that feeling of always needing to go to the loo, as well as tightness and tension in our pelvis. And Jane will be sharing a whole host of tips and guidance on how you can ease your symptoms.  Jane has been a continence nurse specialist with her own private practice at the London Clinic for the last 25 years. Now semi-retired and with much more time, her focus is on raising global awareness of pelvic floor health. She's also the author of the Pelvic Floor Bible and has appeared on television, radio, in podcasts, and written many varied articles to spread the word with evidence based knowledge about all things pelvic floor.  In this episode 1:37 What is the pelvic floor? 2:55 What causes the pelvic floor to weaken? 4:45 What effect do our hormones in menopause have? 6:51 The importance of seeking help with pelvic floor issues 8:26 How to do pelvic floor exercises 11:22 Gadgets for your pelvic floor - do they work? 14:08 Lifestyle changes you can make to help your pelvic floor 19:40 When and how to seek medical help 22:51 How services could be improved 26:10 It's never too late to strengthen your pelvic floor 27:30 Jane's book - The Pelvic Floor Bible   About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £10 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Instagram - @Jane_thePelvicFloorBibleWebsite - www.thepelvicfloorbible.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, we're talking about relationships. And I'm so pleased to be joined by fitness coach and presenter Marvin Ambrosius and his wife, Stephanie, an experienced individual and relationship therapist. With the average age of divorce in this country being 45 to 55, we're going to be exploring all of the challenges that come with relationships in midlife, and tips on how to navigate through these to build stronger relationships with our loved ones. From the impact of perimenopause and menopause, on relationships, how to prioritise the relationship amongst the juggle of work, and parents and kids, as well as through life. And we'll also be looking at how men and women approach this phase of life differently, and why communication really is key.  Stephanie is a relationship therapist with over 14 years of experience. After growing up in an environment where marriage appeared to be very hard work, Stephanie became motivated to want to help people to find happiness, both within themselves and also with their partners. She currently works with individual adults and couples at all stages of relationship. Joining Stephanie is her husband, personal trainer and fitness presenter Marvin Ambrosius. You may know Marvin from the hit ITV television series, Eat Shop Save, and Sky TVs Fit in Five series. It was his own personal battle with losing weight that inspired him to help individuals with limited time in their day to still be able to work out and move closer towards their fitness goals.  In this episode 2:11 Relationship challenges in your 40s and 50s 5:19 Bringing men into the conversation 10:41 Why are some people reluctant to talk about hard topics? 17:30 Strategies to encourage communication  20:15 Talking about sex 23:28 The role of fitness in relationships 28:10 When is it time to give up on a relationship?   About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £10 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Marvin's website: www.fitfreaks.tv Socials: @MarvinAmbrosius Stephanie's Instagram: @satherapies_official Stephanie's YouTube: @satherapies Staphanie's website: www.satherapies.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, I talk to menopause clinician, author and podcaster Dr. Heather Hirsch, about the role of testosterone for women, especially in midlife, often misunderstood as just a male hormone. Testosterone can actually be the missing piece of the puzzle when it comes to our perimenopause and menopause symptoms. We'll be talking about what we need it for, how and why we lose it, how it can help with boosting libido, brain clarity and energy levels too, but also why it may not be right for everyone. And we'll also find out why it's hard to get it prescribed in the UK right now.  Dr. Hirsch is an internal medicine physician specialising in women's health and menopause care at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, USA. Her clinical work and research centres on inequalities or unanswered questions in the field of women's health, specifically menopause education, and she aims to help women experiencing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause to thrive in midlife. In this episode 2:09 What is testosterone and why do women need it? 4:07 Where is testosterone made? 6:45 What happens to testosterone levels in women during menopause? 10:01 How do you receive testosterone if you need it? 14:08 Side effects and span of treatment 17:39 Problems in accessing testosterone 23:39 Inequalities in women's healthcare   About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in her inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. Download for free here. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Website: www.heatherhirschmd.com Twitter: @HeatherHirschMD Instagram: @HeatherHirschMD TikTok: @HeatherHirschMD Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. Visit Sylk for a free sample or use code LL40 at the checkout for a 40% discount on products! The Latte Lounge podcast is produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

Welcome to Series Three of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 14th February 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: The Latte Lounge podcast is presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in the inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get a monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. DOWNLOAD FOR FREE HERE. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  

In this episode, Katie speaks to GP Dr. Nighat Arif, who explains why our skin changes as we age and the medical treatments, skincare regimes and lifestyle tweaks we can all consider. Plus we cover who, where and when to go for help if things don't improve. Dr Nighat Arif has over 15 years of experience in the NHS and private practice as a GP and medical educator specialising in women's health. You'll also know her as a TV doctor from BBC Breakfast, ITV This morning and BBC Look East, and she also hosts her own Sunday breakfast show on BBC Three Counties Radio. She is passionate about menopause care and appeared in the Channel Four documentary by Davina McCall, as well as on numerous podcasts and has been recognised for her exceptional commitment to raising awareness of menopause and women's health care in Black and Asian communities. In this episode: 2:32 The effect of hormonal changes on the skin4:01 The experiences of the Black and Asian communities6:34 Small changes we can make to help our skin8:11 Medical treatments10:34 Are experimental treatments effective?13:15 Vaginal skincare18:10 Vaginal atrophy20:15 Asking for help ______ About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in the inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get a monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. DOWNLOAD FOR FREE HERE. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/    Links from this episode: Find out more about Dr Arif from OSD Healthcare https://osdhealthcare.co.uk/ Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, Katie speaks to Dr Heather Currie MBE, about the causes of heavy bleeding and irregular periods during the perimenopause and menopause years and they discuss what treatments options are available. Dr. Heather Currie MBE is a gynaecologist and founder of Menopause Matters, an award winning website and quarterly magazine. As a trustee and past chair of the British Menopause Society, she is a driving force for women's health and medical care, and the author of many reviews and original articles in peer reviewed journals and books, with an MBE awarded in 2021, for services to health care. In this episode: 1:40 What happens to our cycles as we age3:55 When should you be concerned about irregular periods8:15 Changes in womb lining12:24 Treatment options16:33 Hormonal options19:12 Non-hormonal options20:50 Hysterectomy27:41 Gynecological cancers30:45 Scans33:04 PMDD ______ About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Here's a few ways we can help: The Latte Lounge + is our online menopause clinic where you can get an online appointment with a menopause doctor, a personalised treatment plan and prescriptions delivered to your door, all for an affordable monthly payment. More info here. The Latte Lounge Membership: join Katie in the inner hub for just £9.99 a month and you'll get a monthly practical masterclasses (things like taster menopause yoga sessions, Q&As with menopause specialists etc), members-only content (including 'cheat sheet' summaries of our podcast episodes), how-to guides and resources, and closer support from Katie when you need it. More info here.  Our free menopause symptom tracker: download our free symptom resource to check, track and understand your symptoms. DOWNLOAD FOR FREE HERE. Find The Latte Lounge community online... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/    Links from this episode: Menopause Matters https://www.menopausematters.co.uk/ Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, Katie speaks to Dr Wendy Molefi about why women can suffer from anxiety during the perimenopause and menopause years and they discuss what we can do both holistically and/or medically to improve these concerns. Dr. Molefi is an award winning menopause specialist and founder of the Vital Wellness clinic. She has a special interest in the psychological impact of the menopause on women's quality of life. With a background in wellness coaching and mindfulness teaching she takes a holistic and preventative approach with all of her patients. In this episode: 1:58 What is anxiety5:24 Why do some people have it?14:10 When does anxiety become something to be concerned about?17:31 Holistic treatments25:34 Apps for mindfulness27:22 Medical treatments ______ Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Latte Lounge Membership: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Dr. Wendy Molefi at www.vitalwellnessclinic.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, Katie speaks to Menopause Specialist, Dr Naomi Potter about hot flushes, their cause and what we can do about them. Dr. Naomi Potter qualified as a doctor in 2003 after first achieving a master's degree in psychology. After 16 years practising as a GP for the NHS, she now specialises solely in menopause care and treatments. Dr Potter's extensive training includes the advanced certification from the British Medical Society under the mentorship of Professor Nick Panay. She believes passionately, as we do, that women should have access to clear evidence based information to help them make informed choices on managing menopause. In this episode: 2:46 What are hot flushes?4:56 Why do some women get them?6:28 Lifestyle changes to reduce their impact9:30 HRT and hot flushes12:37 Cardiovascular disease15:48 How can family and workplaces mitigate the effects of hot flushes?18:03 When will they stop?19:36 Naomi's book with Davina McCall ______ Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Latte Lounge Membership: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Dr Potter's clinic - https://menopausecare.co.uk/ Dr Potter's book: Menopausing: The positive roadmap to your second spring by Davina McCall and Dr Naomi Potter Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, Katie speaks to Professor Guy Leschziner about why sleep can be so difficult for women during peri-menopause and menopause. Guy Leschziner is a consultant neurologist and a Professor of Neurology and Sleep Medicine at King's College London. He is a published author with ongoing research interests in sleep disorders, including restless leg syndrome. And he's presented two series on the brain and sleep for BBC Radio. And you may recognise him from The Secrets of Sleep on Channel Four.  In this episode: 4:54 Hormones effect on sleep7:37 Sleep hygiene13:03 Nutrition and exercise14:52 Insomnia20:45 Restless legs syndrome25:18 Treatments for sleeplessness during menopause28:04 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for insomnia ______ Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Latte Lounge Membership: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Find out more about Prof Guy Leschziner at www.guyleschziner.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

In this episode, Katie speaks to Nutritional Therapist & Author Jackie Lynch about food and nutrition.  Jackie is the founder of the award winning Well Well Well nutrition clinic, where she specialises in women's health and the menopause. Keen to break the taboo about discussing the menopause, Jackie launched her own popular podcast The Happy Menopause in 2019. Her third book, ‘The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish', is out now. Jackie's advice features in a range of national media, radio and TV including Channel Four's Super Foods, and she's also a Guardian Masterclass tutor too. In this episode: 2:19 Why weight loss and maintenance becomes an issue during menopause5:17 Sensible eating for middle years8:37 Embracing protein11:15 Adding complex carbohydrates13:18 Maintaining balance without weighing everything16:17 Snacking19:16 Blood sugar and its effects23:32 Are supplements the answer?27:56 Stress and food29:48 Gut health33:26 Mindful eating ______ Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte YouTube: The Latte Lounge Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Latte Lounge Membership: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause The Midlife Festival: https://www.themidlifefestival.com/  Links from this episode: Jackie's clinic www.well-well-well.co.uk Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook as @wellwellwelluk The Happy Menopause podcast The Happy Menopause  book Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Clarins. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media. Disclaimer: Information contained within this podcast is no substitute for personalised medical advice and should not replace advice from your own doctor. Please note that none of our podcast guests receive payment from our sponsor!

Welcome to Series Two of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 13th December 2021.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause

In our final episode of this series, Katie speaks to Amanda Thebe about improving your midlife with strength training, nutrition and better health. In this episode: 1:15 Amanda's menopause story6:30 What Amanda used instead of HRT13:00 Importance of strength training for overall health15:57 Nutrition17:40 Diet culture and fad dieting21:00 Why do you want to lose weight?23:13 Amanda's book27:00 Final top tips ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us)Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.ukMenopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Links from this episode: Website - www.amandathebe.com Amanda's book - Menopocalyse: How I Learned to Thrive During Menopause and How You Can Too, by Amanda Thebe Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

In our fifth episode Katie speaks to Dr Shahzadi Harper about the impact menopause can have on sex, treatments for physical symptoms, how to speak to your partner about it, and how to get the spark back. In this episode: 0:41 Why do our hormones affect the vagina, vulva and other areas?3:20 The impact of these changes on women's lives and relationships5:00 Declining testosterone5:38 Treatment options8:48 How can we talk to our partners about this?13:14 How to approach your doctor and pharmacist about oestrogen and testosterone19:22 Dr Harper's book21:03 A final top tip ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us)Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Links from this episode: Dr Harper's book - The Perimenopause Solution: Take control of your hormones before they take control of you by Dr Shahzadi Harper and Emma Bardwell Website - https://theharperclinic.com/ The Latte Lounge's menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

In our fourth episode Katie speaks to Dr Annice Mukherjee about her personal experience of the menopause, fear of HRT, treatment options for breast cancer survivors, and other treatments and lifestyle changes we can all try. In this episode: 0:00 Fear about HRT and breast cancer5:50 Dr Mukherjee's personal story12:30 Vaginal oestrogen for breast cancer survivors15:01 How should we make the decisions about our own personal risk factors?20:17 Ways to help yourself with symptoms especially if you can't take HRT22:09 Tool kit for long term health - movement 23:39 nutrition 24:11 weight management 24:32 managing fatigue 27:00 self care 38:00 A social network 30:32 New treatments?32:50 Dr Mukherjee's book ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us)Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Links from this episode: Dr. Mukherjee's book - The Complete Guide to the Menopause: Your Toolkit to Take Control and Achieve Life-Long Health by Annice Mukherjee Website - www.hormonewise.co.uk The Latte Lounge's Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

In our third episode Katie speaks to Diane Danzebrink about her own menopause experience, how to get the best treatment from your healthcare team, the training GPs receive and her #MakeMenopauseMatter campaign. CONTENT WARNING - this episode contains discussion of suicide.  In this episode: 0:22 Where's it all gone wrong?2:00 Life expectancy4:00 Where has education and care gone wrong?6:30 Lack of GP training and public education11:05 Diane's menopause journey25:08 What are the right steps to getting the right treatment on day one?30:24 The campaign36:30 How to get involved ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. The membership includes a members-only guide to getting the right help with perimenopause and menopause - as mentioned by Katie in this podcast episode. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us)Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.ukMenopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Links from this episode: Perimenopause and Menopause symptom checklist https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/ NICE guidance on the menopause https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23 How and where to get help for menopause: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause/how-and-where-to-get-help/  Menopause Support and the Make Menopause Matter campaign https://menopausesupport.co.uk/ Sign the Make Menopause Matter petition: https://www.change.org/p/make-menopause-matter-in-healthcare-the-workplace-and-education-makemenopausematter  Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

In our second episode Katie speaks to Dr Philippa Kaye about the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, how a diagnosis is reached, what treatments are available and whether HRT could be right for you. In this episode: 0:00 What happens to our hormones as we age?2:14 What is the peri-menopause?6:14 How do you make the diagnosis?11:27 Prevalence of symptoms13:01 Treatment options18:57 Vaginal atrophy and dryness20:51 Vaginal estrogen22:14 How long should we be on HRT?23:30 Lifestyle changes25:00 Fear of HRT25:50 Dr Kaye's book27:37 Final tip ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us)Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.ukMenopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Links from this episode: The Latte Lounge's perimenopause and menopause symptom checker: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Dr Philippa's book The M Word: Everything you need to know about the Menopause by Dr. Philippa Kaye Twitter @drphilippakaye Website www.drphilippakaye.com Thank you to: This series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

Welcome to the first episode of The Latte Lounge podcast!  In our first episode Katie shares her story of going through four years of misdiagnosed perimenopause, the lightbulb moment that changed her life, how she's balanced her hormones and discovered that midlife can be such a joyful and liberating time. ______ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again.  Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guides and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm and friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership  Follow The Latte Lounge: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause resources: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause Links from this episode: Perimenopause and menopause symptom checker: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Katie's weight loss journey: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/losing-it-midlife-weight-loss/  The Eve Appeal: www.eveappeal.org.uk/ This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was written and presented by Katie Taylor from www.lattelounge.co.uk. Thank you: The series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.

Subscribe now to ensure you catch the first series of the Latte Lounge podcast.   We'll talk balancing hormones, busting myths, breaking taboos, boosting libidos and bolstering confidence. ____ Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms? Then why not join us as a Latte Lounge member and let Katie help you to feel great again. Members get access to support from Katie, members-only masterclasses with medical specialists and wellbeing experts, members-only content, how-to-guide and resources, plus a chance to connect with other women just like you in a warm, friendly community. Podcast listeners can try the membership for just £10 for the first month with code LATTETRIAL at the checkout: https://members.lattelounge.co.uk/latte-lounge-membership    Follow The Latte Lounge: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelatteloungewomenover40 (or search The Latte Lounge group to find us) Instagram: @loungethelatte Twitter: @lounge_latte Website: www.lattelounge.co.uk Menopause support: www.lattelounge.co.uk/menopause This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was written and presented by Katie Taylor from www.lattelounge.co.uk. Thank you: The series is sponsored by Sylk Natural Lubricant. It was produced by Emily Crosby Media.