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Jan. 16, 2025

An Unexpected Path to Perimenopause Advocacy with Tara Eglington

Tara Eglington generously shares her unexpected journey through perimenopause from the age of 37, highlighting its profound impact on her mental health and daily life. By discussing the challenges she faced—including anxiety,...
An Unexpected Path to Perimenopause Advocacy with Tara Eglington
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An Unexpected Path to Perimenopause Advocacy with Tara Eglington
Dec. 26, 2024

102: Kickstart Your New Year with My Recommended Listening

Start the new year by joining me, Sonya Lovell, in exploring essential topics that shape our midlife journey. Dive into a curated list of must-listen episodes that promise to inspire and inform as you set your goals for 2025....
102: Kickstart Your New Year with My Recommended Listening
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102: Kickstart Your New Year with My Recommended Listening
Dec. 19, 2024

101: Navigating Neurodiversity and Hormonal Health with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich

Joined by Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich, a leading clinical neuropsychologist, today we explore the fascinating world of neurodiversity, menopause, and women's mental health. Caroline opens up about her work at the HER...
101: Navigating Neurodiversity and Hormonal Health with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich
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101: Navigating Neurodiversity and Hormonal Health with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich
Dec. 12, 2024

100: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna

Join Johanna Wicks and me in today's Hot Take as we unravel the complicated process of getting treatments added to Australia's PBS, sparked by a recent breakthrough announcement about endometriosis medication. We explore the ...
100: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
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100: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
Dec. 5, 2024

99: Championing Hormonal Health: Julie Dutton's Inspiring Story

Ever wondered how self-advocacy can transform your healthcare journey (and even your GPs), especially during pivotal life transitions like menopause? Meet Julie Dutton, affectionately dubbed by her GP as "Patient Zero," after...
99: Championing Hormonal Health: Julie Dutton's Inspiring Story
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99: Championing Hormonal Health: Julie Dutton's Inspiring Story
Nov. 28, 2024

98: A Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna

In this Hot Take episode, Johanna and Sonya venture beyond the outdated "iron curtain" myth of Menopausal Hormone Therapy after age 60, revealing a new Australian research paper that could transform women's menopause care and...
98: A Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
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98: A Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
Nov. 21, 2024

97: Progressive Menopause GP Care with Dr Ceri Cashell

Dr Ceri Cashell's journey into improving the menopause care she gave patients, as a GP, was sparked by one patient's suggestion that she learn more about testosterone. This led her to explore and become a vocal champion for t...
97: Progressive Menopause GP Care with Dr Ceri Cashell
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97: Progressive Menopause GP Care with Dr Ceri Cashell
Nov. 14, 2024

96: Senator Marielle Smith on Closing the Menopause Support Gap

Join me for an enlightening conversation with Senator Marielle Smith as we explore the transformative Senate Inquiry into Perimenopause and Menopause in Australia. Over the past year, this Inquiry gathered insights from over ...
96: Senator Marielle Smith on Closing the Menopause Support Gap
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96: Senator Marielle Smith on Closing the Menopause Support Gap
Nov. 7, 2024

95: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Menopause Movement with Johanna Wicks

How does an experienced women's health advocate struggle to recognise her own perimenopausal symptoms? Join me as I explore Johanna Wicks' journey from confusion to advocacy, sparked by Dr. Ginni Mansberg's enlightening book,...
95: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Menopause Movement with Johanna Wicks
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95: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Menopause Movement with Johanna Wicks
March 21, 2024

94: Dr Kelly Teagle on Creating Healthy Habits

The question Dr Kelly Teagle has for women is what will it cost you if you don't create healthy habits and make meaningful lifestyle changes now , while you're still young enough for it to make a big impact? In 10 to 20 years...
94: Dr Kelly Teagle on Creating Healthy Habits
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94: Dr Kelly Teagle on Creating Healthy Habits
Feb. 22, 2024

93: A Short Break

As one of your guides through the ever-shifting landscape of menopause, I'm hitting pause on the podcast to recharge my batteries. But only for 3 short weeks!! Dear Menopause will be back with episode 94 on Friday 22nd March ...
93: A Short Break
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93: A Short Break
Feb. 15, 2024

92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide

Menopause can leave many women feeling dry, itchy and irritated particularly when it comes to changes in skin health. Join me as Dr Shreya Andric, a leading dermatologist who also specialises in vulvar dermatology, shares her...
92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide
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92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide
Feb. 8, 2024

Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips

In this episode, I share 3 essential tips for those days when perimenopause is really kicking your butt, that you can get started with today. The focus is on journaling to keep track of symptoms, how to find a supportive heal...
Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips
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Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips
Feb. 1, 2024

90: Australia's Menopause Inquiry and the Push for Health Equity with Senator Marielle Smith

Senator Marielle Smith joins Sonya to discuss the Australian Senate Inquiry into Menopause and Perimenopause. Hear how this Inquiry hopes to break the silence on a topic all too often overlooked. Marielle takes us through the...
90: Australia's Menopause Inquiry and the Push for Health Equity with Senator Marielle Smith
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90: Australia's Menopause Inquiry and the Push for Health Equity with Senator Marielle Smith
Jan. 25, 2024

89: Dr Fatima Khan: Weaving Eastern traditions with Western medical science

Have you wished that you could find a Doctor who weaves the wisdom of Eastern traditions with Western medical science? In this conversation with Dr Fatima Khan, we cover everything from hormone health to the influential role ...
89: Dr Fatima Khan: Weaving Eastern traditions with Western medical science
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89: Dr Fatima Khan: Weaving Eastern traditions with Western medical science
Jan. 18, 2024

88: Beyond Booze with Sarah Rusbatch

Have you ever found yourself in that murky space where your drinking seems more habitual than social, yet not quite what you'd label as addiction? Join the conversation with Sarah Rusbatch, a distinguished coach navigating th...
88: Beyond Booze with Sarah Rusbatch
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88: Beyond Booze with Sarah Rusbatch
Jan. 11, 2024

87: Achieving Your Dreams Beyond Midlife with Esther Zeledon

Have you ever felt like you're on the cusp of something extraordinary, but you're held back by the invisible chains of expectations? Esther Zeledon, the visionary behind Be Act Change, joins me to unravel the threads of these...
87: Achieving Your Dreams Beyond Midlife with Esther Zeledon
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87: Achieving Your Dreams Beyond Midlife with Esther Zeledon
Jan. 4, 2024

86: Early Menopause and POI at 15 Years Old with Sheree Hargreaves

When Sheree Hargreaves was diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency at just 15, it reshaped her teenage years in unexpected ways. Sheree, now 22, shares her courageous story, navigating early menopause symptoms and the ...
86: Early Menopause and POI at 15 Years Old with Sheree Hargreaves
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86: Early Menopause and POI at 15 Years Old with Sheree Hargreaves
Dec. 28, 2023

85: Heavy Menstrual Bleeding with Dr Talat Uppal

Who knew discussing periods could be so enlightening? You'll never see menstrual health the same way again after tuning in to this powerful conversation with Dr Talat Uppal, an obstetrician-gynecologist specialising in heavy ...
85: Heavy Menstrual Bleeding with Dr Talat Uppal
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85: Heavy Menstrual Bleeding with Dr Talat Uppal
Dec. 21, 2023

84: Empowering Choice in Menopause After Cancer: Dani Binnington

Enjoy a heartfelt conversation with Dani Binnington, the inspiring founder of the Menopause and Cancer organisation, and a breast cancer survivor. Dani gives a raw and brutally honest account of her journey through cancer and...
84: Empowering Choice in Menopause After Cancer: Dani Binnington
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84: Empowering Choice in Menopause After Cancer: Dani Binnington
Dec. 14, 2023

83: Dr Corinne Menn: Breast Cancer and Menopause Management

The need for better management of symptoms for women in surgically or medically induced menopause is undeniable. In this episode, we navigate through the complexities of menopause and breast cancer, with Dr Corinne Menn, a bo...
83: Dr Corinne Menn: Breast Cancer and Menopause Management
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83: Dr Corinne Menn: Breast Cancer and Menopause Management
Dec. 7, 2023

82: Menopause and Insomnia: Tracey Martin's Guide to Optimal Sleep

Ever wondered why insomnia seems to be a constant companion when you hit perimenopause? Today, we unravel the mysteries of sleep, especially as it relates to women during the menopausal transition. I am joined by the incredib...
82: Menopause and Insomnia: Tracey Martin's Guide to Optimal Sleep
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82: Menopause and Insomnia: Tracey Martin's Guide to Optimal Sleep
Nov. 30, 2023

81: Grace Lam on Challenging Menopause Misconceptions

Ever climb a mountain in high-heels? Metaphorically, that's what it feels like navigating through menopause. We've all heard about it, but few are prepared when it hits. But what's a journey without a travel buddy? Meet Grac...
81: Grace Lam on Challenging Menopause Misconceptions
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81: Grace Lam on Challenging Menopause Misconceptions
Nov. 23, 2023

80: Tania Dalton on Navigating Menopause with Resilience and Empowerment

Have you ever reflected on the trials and triumphs of navigating through menopause? Well, this episode is a heart-to-heart with Tania Dalton who has journeyed through this phase of life and come out stronger. Tania shares her...
80: Tania Dalton on Navigating Menopause with Resilience and Empowerment
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80: Tania Dalton on Navigating Menopause with Resilience and Empowerment
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