Best Merry Menopause Podcasts (2024)

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How can cyclical living inform your yoga, breathwork or movement practices? with Rebecca Rankin 1:12:49

3h ago1:12:49

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Follicular, Ovulatory, Luteal, Menstrual. Inner spring, Inner summer, Inner Autumn, Inner Winter. Waxing Moon, Full Moon, Waning Moon, New Moon. The cycles of nature are tangible in ourselves, and especially for those of us with wombs while we're in our cycling years, we have the option to align ourselves with the phase of our cycle we'e in at any …

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What's constipation got to do with it? How your elimination impacts hormones, skin, mood & mind 48:23

3d ago48:23

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Well, today I decided to go for it and talk about everyone's favorite topic... poop. 😂 But for real, the quality and regularity of our elimination has a huge impact on our overall health. And unfortunately, we've all but normalized constipation. Most folks go to the doctor and when they're asked, "Do you have regular bowel movements?" They respond,…

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91. Puberty and sex; what our kids are learning in school and how to continue the conversation at home - Part 2 1:07:02

3d ago1:07:02

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In part 2 of this 2 part episode, I sit down with Sexual Health Education Teacher, Jenny Rabinovich to discuss: Ways that habits, beliefs and knowledge from our childhood carries forward to adult related pelvic floor issues The Sexual Health Education curriculum Middle years and high school focus focus (grades 7-12) healthy vs unhealthy relationshi…

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Preparing for & reclaiming menopause the Wise Woman Way with Seraphina Capranos 1:06:59

10d ago1:06:59

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When you think about the menopausal transition, what comes up? I'm genuinely curious actually... Is it the end of the cycling years, no more bleeding? Or the hot flashes, low libido, dry vaginal tissues, maybe even need to focus more on bone or heart health? Does it feel liberating or like something you're dreading? I know some folks here are alrea…

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No One Told Me: All the things we don’t talk about from postpartum to bringing the village back with Zulilah Merry 1:08:14

17d ago1:08:14

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Something that always surprises me is how powerful it is to share stories, especially when they relate to "things we don't talk about." It's pretty easy for us to share stories about how our day went awry, or something funny about what our kids did when trying to get them to eat their dinner. But what we don't talk about are often the things we are…

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90. Puberty and sex; What our kids are learning in school and how to continue the conversation at home - Part 1 1:05:09

17d ago1:05:09

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In part 1 of this 2 part episode, I sit down with Sexual Health Education Teacher, Jenny to discuss: Ways that habits, beliefs and knowledge from our childhood carries forward to adult related pelvic floor issues The Sexual Health Education curriculum Elementary years focus (grades 4-6) puberty education (periods, hormones, pimples, hair, body odou…

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The story of your eggs, ovulation and the epic journey to your uterus and beyond 42:33

24d ago42:33

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As humans, we love stories. And sometimes physiology can be boring and heady and unpalatable. But what if we tell the story of what's happening instead? What if we see the primordial germ cell that may become an oocyte and may ovulate and then travel from the ovary through the uterine tubes and beyond as an epic tale? Honestly, I've fallen in love …

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Springtime in your body? Herbs + practices for gentle detox and seasonal connection with Kelley Riviere 1:09:50

1M ago1:09:50

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It's Equinox time! Finally, spring is showing its face... or is it? Depends where you live, honestly. Regardless, those of us in the northern hemisphere are likely noticing longer days, and with that increased light, we're reminded that spring is either here, or coming soon. Here in the Wabanaki lands of Maine, we're teetering between cold and slig…

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89. Forceps and vacuum birth with Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong 58:37

1M ago58:37

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In this episode, I sit down with New Westminster BC based Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong to discuss: Operative vaginal birth (vacuum, forceps, episiotomy) What do these instruments look like and indications for their use Indications for operative vaginal birth vs. Cesarean birth Risks associated with vacuum and forceps Canada has the highest rates…

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How to tend grief with support from the earth, herbs + seasonal living with India Elyn 53:55

1M ago53:55

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There are so many reasons to grieve right now, on the planet, in our personal lives. Whether it's part of our womb stories or not. Loss is everywhere. We can't escape it, it's part of being a fully living human. So instead of trying to minimize it or rush through it, as our modern world would love to have us do, what if we learn to tend our grief? …

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What does it mean to be an herbalist? (and a glimpse into my personal plant path) 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

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I woke up this morning feeling the spark of spring, and simultaneously felt the excitement of plants popping up. Maybe soon, maybe not. In those moments, I started to reflect on the multitude of ways we can "be an herbalist." And how I'm really a blend of so many, depending on the day, and how my personal herbal journey reflects this. I realized I …

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88. Sexual trauma and the pelvic floor with Psychotherapist Lucy Snider 58:25

2M ago58:25

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In this episode, I sit down with psychotherapist, Lucy Snider to discuss: How the pelvic floor is related to previous sexual trauma What you can expect at a pelvic physiotherapy appointment What may take place at a psychotherapy appointment What is EMDR therapy? Suggestions to help progress to pleasurable sexual activity How do you know when you ar…

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Healing chronic pelvic pain: A journey from helplessness to empowered liberation with Julia Dyer 1:04:53

2M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

As humans, we are storytelling creatures... but I think we often overlook how powerful hearing stories of others healing can be. Especially when they include facing profound debilitation and hopelessness. And show us how we are ALL capable of finding our way from the darkness to the light. To vitality, vibrancy -- even pleasure. And that's what I r…

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On enhancing arousal and pleasure with herbs, yoni eggs & psychedelics [ft Usha Rose, Juliana Rose Goldstone + myself] 51:05

2M ago51:05

51:05

Your pleasure is a superpower. Not metaphorically. Actually. And I'm not just talking orgasms and clitoral stimulation, though that's certainly a huge pathway to pleasure. Instead I mean, connecting to what feels good - uniquely, in your body, to you. And that's different for everyone. But in starting to pay attention to anything that feels good, y…

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87. Compression garments for prolapse, diastasis, c-section, pregnancy, hysterectomy and so much more with SRC 51:57

2M ago51:57

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In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist clinician/researcher Dr. Sinead Dufour and Sinead O’Donovan from SRC to discuss: The evidence based benefits of compression The quality garments SRC has developed for incontinence, prolapse and the perinatal population Australian trends for use of compression Given the data to support, some reasons w…

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"What's in your tea, today?" (and why the slow medicine of herbal tea is foundational) 42:48

2M ago42:48

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Tea is a foundational form of herbal medicine. Partly because it's the epitome of how "plant medicine is people's medicine" because it's so accessible, inexpensive, and familiar. But also because it's a way we can cultivate real, lasting relationship with the plants. Especially when we work with bulk dried herbs, we see them, smell them, taste them…

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BONUS Episode: HELP NEEDED! Midlife women and menopause research with Dr. Lori Brotto 20:23

2M ago20:23

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In this episode I sit down with Dr. Lori Brotto; Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of the Women’s Health Research Institute of BC and Principal Investigator in the HER-BC Research Study on Midlife Women and Menopause to discuss: The impacts of perimenopause/menopause on mid…

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The healing art + practice of everyday rituals and cultural wellbeing with Sherene Cauley 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

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I think it's easy to pigeonhole our health - whether that's hormonal, sexual, menstrual or overall health - to being something physical. Like, yes, we need certain foods, lots of fiber, healthy fats, good protein. And yes, we need to be hydrated. And move our bodies. And get outside. And make sure we're pooping. Without those things, we can't actua…

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86. Can the kegel chair and physiotherapy be friends? 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapy clinician and researcher Dr. Sinéad Dufour and Founder and CEO of Urospot, Erin Craven to discuss: Kegel chair (emsella) controversy Various marketing strategies Physiotherapy skepticisms HIFEM technology and the evidence How we use other modalities as physiotherapists to help “reboot the system” (musc…

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How to restore your core + pelvic floor from postpartum through menopause with Mary Vidal 1:08:12

3M ago1:08:12

1:08:12

I think it's easy to dismiss the importance of core strength as something only for those who are young or oriented to body image. But the truth is, your core is the center of your body. And it's actually a place where a lot of your whole body strength (and overall wellness) radiates from. According to today's guest, Mary Vidal, having a strong core…

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What is your fertile window? (and how to understand what it's telling you) 44:46

3M ago44:46

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6 days. You're fertile for only 6 days of your entire cycle every month. That's it! I imagine you may have heard that before somewhere, especially if you've been on a fertility journey or practiced Fertility Awareness / cycle tracking in any form. It's probably the most important part of the cycle to be aware of... but what IS it exactly? What's ha…

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85. How persistent pain is related to the brain with psychotherapist Christie Uipi 50:24

3M ago50:24

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In this episode, I sit down with Christie Uipi, a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain, anxiety and depression and the founder of The Better Mind Center to discuss: Pain is invisible and so are pelvic floor issues How pain works Why each person experiences pain uniquely Why sometimes pain goes away quickly and reasons why i…

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Your womb is a portal (and other womb mysteries) with Sepideh Hakimzadeh 1:10:24

3M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

What if your womb was a portal? Well, my beautiful friend... it is. Our wombs (and wombspaces - even if you no longer have a womb) are power centers in our body. In many ways, they are the literal seat of our embodied power. And they are also where we create life, experience the life-death-life cycle repeatedly, connect directly to the earth AND ho…

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Growing herbs, garden dreaming & the healing power of tending your ecology with Xenia D'Ambrosi 1:04:14

4M ago1:04:14

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It's deep winter now. The time of quietude, slow movement, deep nourishment, and dreaming and visioning. And in the case of gardeners, this is often the time of choosing seeds, planning gardens, considering any shifts or changes you might be considering for your landscape, maybe even learning new skills that can serve you next season. So it's the p…

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Body Literacy + Birth Control 101: The path to an empowered choice [episode snippets ft Gabrielle Jansen & myself] 56:06

4M ago56:06

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There's a term - body literacy - that's thrown around a lot in Fertility Awareness circles. And it may seem vague, "like, what part of our body are we talking about?" And it's true, you can become literate in any system of your body, technically. BUT your menstrual cycle is a window into your whole health - and has even been considered a fifth vita…

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Womb tending, clearing + healing [with Chaya Leia Aronson, Sondra Hamilton + Dr Emily Wilson] 54:45

4M ago54:45

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Your womb is a place of power, pleasure and possibility. AND it's also a place where we tend to hold deep seated fears, imbalances and trauma - whether physical or energetic. I've decided to take a couple week break on new content creation for the podcast, and instead of just ghosting you, be more creative and intentional in the break time. In this…

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What are the rites of passage in your womb story? And how to honor them 46:17

4M ago46:17

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Okay, so most of us DO honor pregnancy and birth in a way that could be considered to be a rite of passage. We have blessingways, baby showers, even postpartum care. But what about all the other pivotal moments of our womb story that we pass through? The truth is, honoring these transitional times is part of many ancestral traditions. It’s not some…

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39 - Andrea Mclean - Broadcaster and Menopause Warrior 56:13

4M ago56:13

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On this, our last ever Irregular B*tches (massive sad face!), we talk to Andrea Mclean, who was arguably one of the very first women in the public eye to start talking about the menopause 4 years ago on Loose Women and has paved the way for the rest of us! She is warm, funny and insightful about her journey and has some great nuggets of advice for …

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Human Design + Sexuality? What your chart says about sex, boundaries and relationships with Cara Dempsey 1:12:09

4M ago1:12:09

1:12:09

I know, I know... Human Design? What could a system that reads more like an astrological birth chart mixed with the I Ching and Chakras have to do with our sexuality or relationships? It's a fair question, and one I had, too. But today's guest, Cara Dempsey, shares about how learning Human Design (and especially understanding what her "Sacral Inner…

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84. Diastasis: Do we need to close the gap? With Munira Hudani 1:07:31

5M ago1:07:31

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In this episode I sit down with fellow pelvic health physiotherapist and leader in the field of diastasis, Munira Hudani to discuss: The increasing awareness around the topic of diastasis rectus abdominis and the confusion that comes with it Conflicting messaging ranging from “be careful, you shouldn’t do those exercises” to “all exercises are good…

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Reclaim your cervix! From “down there” to a source of power, pleasure + possibility 38:04

5M ago38:04

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What comes up when you think of your cervix? Is it images of a sterile healthcare office where you're getting a pap-smear (and all the complicated emotions that come up around that)? The common concerns around HPV, abnormal paps and even cervical cancer can run rampant in our minds. So perhaps, thinking about your cervix brings up some fear or disc…

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Nourish your nervous system with Ayurvedic wisdom (aka how to tame Vata dosha) with Kristen Timchak 1:08:21

5M ago1:08:21

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Stress, depletion, burnout, frazzled nerves, anxiety, lack of focus, spaciness, groundlessness. What do all of these have in common? Vata. If you're familiar with Ayurveda, you'll know there are three primary "doshas," or collections of elemental characteristics that describe qualities of a person. But they aren't static. I think sometimes people g…

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83. Should physiotherapists give patients what they want with Sarah Lord Ferguson 40:25

5M ago40:25

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In this episode, I sit down with clinician-researcher Sarah Lord Ferguson to discuss: Current trends in physiotherapy Physiotherapy as a business Expectations that patients may have of their physiotherapist Patients are not a blank slate The importance of meeting patients where they are at Blending evidence based care with what our clients may be a…

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Calming carminatives? Herbs to help ease gas, bloating, spasms when you're stressed, anxious or irritated 1:03:15

5M ago1:03:15

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I think many of us just accept the discomfort we have in our guts without question. I was talking to a client recently and I actively had to ask her if she ever notices any symptoms after eating for her to remember that she commonly experiences sharp pain in her belly and doesn't know why. The fact that it wasn't top of mind for her because she's j…

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How to tend "the root of your body" postpartum and beyond with Dr Rebecca Cohen 1:07:41

5M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

After birth, our bodies are especially tender and rather "blown open." Not only has a babe passed through either your perineum or your belly, but your spirit has been expanded tremendously, too. And unfortunately, most of us have NO IDEA how to effectively tend "to the root of our bodies" as today's guest, MD-turned-holistic-midwife (and mother of …

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82. Female sexual issues with urogynecologist Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya 51:50

5M ago51:50

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In this episode, I sit down with Beverly Hills based urogynecologist, Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya to discuss: The importance of sex and difficulties when it comes to talking about it The female sexual response cycle Desire: various types of sexual desires, common issues related to sexual desire, and available treatments Arousal: Factors that can impac…

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Tending your physical and emotional heart with herbs and other practices 1:03:06

6M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Oh, our hearts! I'm not sure if you're feeling it, but everywhere I look I'm seeing yet another person share about how they're feeling heartbroken, or how these times are heartbreaking. The collective field is full of grief, loss, shock, confusion, and meanwhile we're also all living our lives, attempting to go about our days "as usual." When our h…

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The womb, the mesentery & returning home to your body with Abigail Rose Clarke 1:06:39

6M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

What the heck is the mesentery? And why does it matter to you, anyway? Okay, so I know not all of us are anatomy nerds, and we don't commonly get excited to hear about anatomical structures, but this one... well, it's worth checking out. Partly because it's deeply intertwined with all of your belly organs, partly because it has an intimate relation…

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81. Hysterectomy and the pelvic floor with gynecologist, Dr. Kate Collins 48:32

6M ago48:32

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In this episode, I sit down with Kelowna based OBGYN Dr. Kate Collins to discuss: Reasons/symptoms that may indicate a hysterectomy could be beneficial Different surgical procedures (vaginal, open abdominal, laprascopic) Types of hysterectomy Surgical menopause What can be expected after surgery Postoperative suggestions Pain management Sexual inte…

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How to trust your body (+ your cycle) in times of uncertainty 51:29

6M ago51:29

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How do you navigate uncertainty - in your body, in your mind, in your life? I think it's easy to fall into patterns of avoidance or not facing what's hard, especially when that requires us to feel big emotions or actually respond to what we're feeling with some kind of action. This is just as true with worldly events like we're witnessing now as it…

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Where menstrual cycle archetypes + nature connection practices overlap with Bri Martinez 1:04:55

6M ago1:04:55

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We hear a lot about the gifts and benefits of each of our cycle phases, but what we don't commonly explore are the shadow sides of those times. And whether it's our menstrual cycles or even our womb phases we travel through during our lives, it's helpful to know what to look out for that might be a sign of imbalance. Not so much physically, but fro…

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80. Pelvic organ prolapse: pessaries, physiotherapy and surgical management with urogynecologist, Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya 1:11:18

6M ago1:11:18

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In this episode, I sit down with Beverly Hills based urogynecologist, Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya to discuss: What is prolapse? Typical sequence of events that happens when patients experience symptoms of prolapse and how they may end up in the office of a surgeon. Conservative management options How the decision is made to proceed with surgery Types …

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Non-hormonal birth control? 5 options for you (even if you have irregular cycles, are postpartum or perimenopausal) 58:32

7M ago58:32

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Okay, so why does it seem like hormonal birth control has become front and center as "the most effective" contraception? Somehow it seems like in the last few decades, non-hormonal birth control has fallen out of favor. Maybe because it's too simple? Maybe because there isn't enough money in it? It can feel scary to transition off of hormonal birth…

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Return to wholeness with your womb + the plants at the center with Robin Rose Bennett 1:05:14

7M ago1:05:14

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What does it mean to become fully yourself? And how can the plants and your womb help with that? These are questions that are not as straightforward as they seem. Really, each of us carries our own unique blueprint and gifts that we can offer to the world. And beginning to connect with that inner knowing, the place inside you that whispers that you…

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79. This isn’t about menopause, it’s about your health with Shirley Weir 58:13

7M ago58:13

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In this episode, I sit down with women health advocate and self proclaimed menopause chick, Shirley Weir to discuss: The negative stigma around the term ‘menopause’ The relationship between perimenopause, menopause and post menopause Symptoms commonly experienced in these stages Is women’s health support experiencing a wave of momentum? What Shirle…

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38 - Dani Binnington - Menopause after Cancer and much more 52:02

7M ago52:02

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On this episode of Irregular B*tches we welcome Dani Binnington AKA @healthywholeme: a community of women navigating their way through menopause after a cancer diagnosis spearheaded by Dani herself. We talk about treating menopause symptoms without HRT, supplements, alcohol, diet, yoga and navigating the tricky journey through cancer treatment and …

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How to Ease into Autumn: Herbs & traditional practices to support this seasonal transition in your body + mind 44:54

7M ago44:54

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Have you noticed how many people acknowledge the seasonal transition from summer to autumn? It's one of the most talked about events-of-the-year. Maybe that's because it's such a dramatic change. The vibrant heat and buoyancy of summer give way to the brilliant display of color and shedding of leaves on trees, and the return to the earth of many an…

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From pelvic pain to enhancing sexual pleasure (the essentials of pelvic health) with Laura Rowan 1:02:16

7M ago1:02:16

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What happens when the goal is not just to reduce pain or remedy a pelvic health "disorder", but actually to prioritize pleasure? What if it was possible to actually feel safe in your body, to listen to yourself, to gently ease into what authentically feels good for you... one step at a time. It's tremendously easy to feel shame around any kind of h…

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78. Your colonoscopy is related to your pelvic floor with registered nurse, Kirsten Curruthers 1:03:48

7M ago1:03:48

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In this episode, I sit down with registered nurse, Kirsten Curruthers who was curious to know ways she can better support her patients who undergo colonoscopy. Here are some of the things we discuss: Common patient symptom patterns Kirsten notices in the colonoscopy clinic Advice typically given when colonoscopy results are negative How the pelvic …

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The many gifts of Ashwagandha: An herb to restore, replenish & optimize hormonal health and beyond 1:07:28

8M ago1:07:28

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Oh, Ashwagandha. An herb that almost every single one of us have heard of - at least by name, if not because we've used it at some point along the way. A real celebrity of the plant world. And a true favorite among herbalists, too. Before I share more, just take a moment to think about what you already know about this plant. My guess is you probabl…

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