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A little irritable due to lack of sleep; excitement about my iPhone 13 pre-order; being mindful of the times that we're living in; Allergies and Menopause/Perimenopause; Next Week's Topic
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Special Edition: āQuiet-Quittingā, Bitterness And The Future of Work
My thoughts on how post-traumatic work trauma and bitterness can affect oneās future job prospects, whatās really behind the āquiet-quitting ā saga, social mediaās role in current employee behaviors, and some common-sense tips on how to navigate the current work climate.
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S2 E3: Journey Update 2
Catching up with podcast audience
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S2 E2: Journey Update
A short run down on where I am in my journey so far. Will be talking about symptoms, treatments and mental health
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Special Edition: New Yearās Restoration
This year, letās do whatās necessary to heal from hurts, pain, anger, bitterness, disappointments and all trauma so that we can be free to properly love the people in our lives.
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Special Edition: Thanksgiving š¦
A Thanksgiving Testimony; Soup Karen has been charged with assault; The ICU nurse that was incorrectly identified as the Soup Karen speaks out; A personal perspective on the DaniLeigh and DaBaby situation
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A Tale of Two Karens *WARNING * RANT POST š”
2 “Karens” caught out of pocket this week, and my feelings on women of a certain age acting inappropriately in 2021
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S1 E33: Perimenopausal Acne
Perimenopausal Acne; 10 Must-Haves for Perimenopausal/Menopausal Women; Link to vehicles with ventilated seats: https://www.cars.com/amp/articles/which-cars-have-cooled-seats-438946/
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S1 E32: Premenopausal Osteoporosis š«
Weāre almost there!; Is The Era of the Karen almost over?!?; Premenopausal osteoporosis; Next topic for the week
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S1 E31: Panic Disorder š±
Panic Disorder and Perimenopause; Gisele BĆ¼ndchen and her battle with panic attacks; next weekās topic
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S1 E30: Perimenopausal Depression š
Perimenopausal Depression article from Healthline.com; Next Week’s Topic
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S1 E29: Irregular Heartbeat and Heart Palpitations
Heart Palpitations in Menopause; Donnelly announces establishment of Ireland’s first center for Menopause; Next Week’s Topic
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S1 E28: Allergies šš¾
A little irritable due to lack of sleep; excitement about my iPhone 13 pre-order; being mindful of the times that we’re living in; Allergies and Menopause/Perimenopause; Next Week’s Topic
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S1 E27: A Potential Karen Episode Thwarted
I talk about steps I took to curb what could have been a potential “Karen” episode for me.
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S1 E26: Irritability – Part 2
Part 2 focuses more on the importance of self-awareness and the need to be hyper vigilant about out mental, emotional and spiritual health.
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S1 E25: Irritability – Part 1
Part 1 deals with the effects of perimenopausal and menopausal Irritability in families, relationships and the workplace
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S1 E24: Dry, Itchy Skin šµ
Perimenopause, menopause and dry, itchy skin; Sonya and Dell Curry divorcing after 33 years of marriage ā¹ļø; Do whatās best for YOU and YOUR family!
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S1 E23: Stress Incontinence š³
“Menopause and Urinary Incontinence” Source: Healthline.org; last medically reviewed on March 14, 2016.
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S1 E22: Dry and Itchy Skin, Tight Muscles š©
2 more menopausal symptoms? š³; I NEED my favorite breakfast shakes! ā¹ļø; Dry and itchy skin; Muscle tension; Next weekās podcast topic
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S1 E21: Memory Lapses and Brittle Nails š
Update on Mirena Coil; Memory Lapses; Brittle Nails
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S1 E20: Menopausal Hair Loss
Menopausal hair loss; 46 year-old Oksana Chusovitina participated in her eighth and final Olympics as a gymnast; Bob Odenkirk, 58, passed out on a set in New Mexico due to a āheart-relatedā incident
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S1 E19: Perimenopausal/Menopausal Fatigue š
Leslie Jones is TIRED!; Menopausal Fatigue; The importance of sexuality in menopausal women
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S1 E18: Difficulties In Concentration, Dizziness š
Difficulties in concentration; Dizziness; Menopause Myths Debunked; Sources; Next Week’s Topics
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S1 E17: Tingling Sensation in the Extremities, Sleeping Difficulties šµāš«
Tingling sensation in the extremities; sleeping difficulties; Ageism in the workplace and its effect on the economy; Todayās disturbing trend among younger people (and those of a certain age) towards marriage and committed relationships; Sources; Next Weekās Symptom(s)
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S1 E16: Anxiety š
Anxiety; A personal account of my struggle with it; Two accounts of middle-aged women losing their cool out in the community; My thoughts on Jada Pinkett Smith and her increasingly inappropriate behavior towards husband Will Smith
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S1 E15: Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues š
Personal update; Menopause In The Workplace (@Quicktake from Twitter), Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues, Social Media Recommendation for the Week, Sources, Next Wednesday’s Topic
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S1 E14: Electric Shock, Burning Mouth Syndrome, Mariah Carey Leaves Her Label, Mirena Coil Update
Electric shocks and burning mouth syndrome are normal menopausal symptoms. Mariah Carey makes a career change. Did she or did she not burn bridges in the process? And an update on my love/hate relationship with Mirena
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A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: Headaches and Joint Pain š©
Headaches, joint pain and pain in general š
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Changes In Libido – This oneās INTENSE! š
Iām discussing how the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause can negatively impact sexual intimacy with our partners; how acknowledging the issue doesnāt absolve our obligation to meet the sexual needs of our spouses; and I also discuss ways we can enlist the assistance of our spouses to help us help them in meeting their […]
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Sore Breasts ā(.)(.)ā and Weight Gain š
Sore breasts, perimenopausal weight gain, Social Media Recommendation For The Week
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Bloating š¤¢
Bloating, Rant (April Jobs Report, response from government and social media, and my feelings on it), Social Media Recommendation for the week
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 3 – Melinda Gates Called It Quits?!? š®
The dissolution of a marriage due to menopause from a manās point of view; discussing Bill and Melinda Gatesā divorce; Social Media Recommendation for the Week
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 2 – Effects On Relationships
Today weāre discussing how Perimenopausal Rage and Menopausal Anger can negatively impact relationships, and how we can work to turn those situations around for the better.
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings – Part 1 š¤¬
Hormonal imbalances really can cause uncontrollable anger and fits of rage in the perminopausal/menopausal woman. But we don’t have to let it ruin our lives. Part 1 discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment for perimenopausal rage and menopausal anger.
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Night Sweats š„µ
Night Sweats; Social Media Recommendation For The Week; DMX (RIP)
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Vaginal Dryness š³
Vaginal Dryness; Sarah Palin – but not in the way YOU think!; Paul Pierce; Social Media Recommendation For The Week
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Hot Flashes š„µ
Definition. Causes, Treatments, Social Media Recommendation For The Week. Sources: Mpoweredwomen.net and MayoClinic.Org
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey – Irregular Periods
Defining Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding after Menopause, Discussing Treatment Options, Personal Care and sharing my Social Media Recommendation for The Week
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A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: The 34 Symptoms of Menopause
Topics:Ā Black Women’s Health Problems During Menopause – Article; The 34 Symptoms Of Menopause;Ā Entertainment Topic of Conversation: Stacy Dash At The CrossroadsĀ
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey: Introduction and Disclaimers
Introduction, Disclaimers, Reason for Podcast, Content and Tone, Appreciation for all new listeners!!!
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A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey (Trailer)
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Thinking About a Career Change? Start Here
Tamsen left a 30-year career as a television news anchor at 52 without a plan that looked like a plan to anyone who knew her. This is the episode where she tells you exactly what that felt like, what kept her stuck, and what finally made her go. Whether you’re burned out and not sure […]
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Eps 403: Why Youāre Gaining Weight in Your 40s (Even Doing Everything Right)
If your body feels different lately and you canāt explain it, this will make sense. Youāre eating well, working out, trying harder than ever. Yet somehow your weight is still going up, your energy is dropping, and nothing is responding the way it used to. Thereās a reason for that, and itās not because youāre […]
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The Business Expert: How to Make More Money, Beat Self-Doubt, & Reinvent Your Life
This episode is a MUST listen.Ā If youāve ever felt behind, stuck, overlooked, or underpaid, you need to hit play.Ā This is the most motivational, eye-opening episode that you will ever hear, and it will give you the roadmap to become the bolder, braver, more confident, and richer version of yourself you know youāre meant […]
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Jimmy Carr: āMen half-arse things!ā My thoughts on feminism, parenting, and success
What would you do if you knew you couldnāt fail? Itās a question comedian Jimmy Carr reckons will help direct your life path. In this chat with Fearne, Jimmy explains how he strives for greatness for himself, without falling into the trap of comparing himself to others. He talks about how to define success for […]
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Diet or skincare ā which matters more for ageing skin?
Can skincare products really turn back the years or is diet more important? Liz explains why what goes in is as important as what goes on, and shares the key ingredients that really make a difference. Plus: supporting muscles and bones without weightlifting, natural remedies for menstrual migraines, the benefits of progesterone and can you […]
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How To Deal With Dismissed Menopause Symptoms ā Dr Naomi Potter & Jane James
Think itās anxiety, stress or depression? It could be perimenopause. In this episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by Jane James, menopause mentor at Menopause Care, to talk about the symptoms women often miss, what to do if your GP isnāt helping, and how to know when HRT might be right for you. Jane also […]
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Can Heartbreak Physically Break Your Heart?
Karen kicks off a new chapter for Itchy and Bitchy by introducing future host Stephen Miller, a cardiology nurse practitioner, for a conversation on Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, or ābroken heart syndrome.ā Together they explain what this stress-triggered heart condition is, why it so often affects postmenopausal women, and what recovery can look like. Visit our websiteĀ itchyandbitchy.com […]
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Hormones or histamine? Understanding your midlife symptoms ā with Dr Clare Ashby
Could your anxiety, brain fog, IBS and itchy skin be signs of something more than midlife hormonal changes? Dr Clare Ashby, histamine intolerance and MCAS specialist joins Liz to reveal the condition that’s often overlooked ā and how it can make HRT less effective. In this episode, Liz and Clare discuss how symptoms we might […]
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The Muscle Episode: Get Stronger, Look Better & Reverse Your Biological Age
Itās time to stop overcomplicating your workouts. Strength training expert Dr. Shannon Ritchey joins Tamsen Fadal on The Tamsen Show to break down why a simple strength training routine is far more effective for women looking to build muscle, lose fat, and improve metabolism than the latest trending sculpt class. Dr. Shannon Ritcheyās mission is […]
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Eps 402: Stronger Bones in Midlife: Where to Start at 40+ with Dr. Ben Weitz
Most women don’t realize their bones have been changing long before anyone thinks to look. While hormones, metabolism, and muscle are all affected by midlife shifts, bone is already responding to stress, nutrition, and estrogen in real time. What we’ve been told about bone loss starting “later” isn’t just incomplete. It delays the very actions […]
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54 – Menopause at 10 years old
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by therapist SaraWitter who shares her deeply personal and shocking experience of being menopausal as a child. Sara describes how she lost most of her ovarian function at just 10 years old following surgery for large dermoid cysts, and the long-lasting impact this had on her physical […]
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Bonus: Menopause at 10 years old
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by therapist SaraWitter who shares her deeply personal and shocking experience of being menopausal as a child. Sara describes how she lost most of her ovarian function at just 10 years old following surgery for large dermoid cysts, and the long-lasting impact this had on her physical […]
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6 Words to Tell Yourself Every Morning
You will not believe how much better you feel when you say these 6 words.Ā This is one of the most transformative conversations ever, on the Mel Robbins Podcast.Ā And itās aboutā¦ your clothes. If youāve ever stood in front of your closet thinking:Ā āI have nothing to wear.āĀ āNothing fits right.āĀ āI donāt feel […]
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āI had to say āc*ckā at The Royal Albert Hall!ā Fearneās talking about sex and being more creative
Whatās going on for you? What are you happy about, and whatās making you not so happy? Fearneās here with more chatter about whatās putting her and the Happy Place team in a good mood this week, and what can bugger off. This is the space for all of us to explore whatās been on […]
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Your Joyful Years: Thriving Beyond Menopause, with Joyce Harper, Professor of Reproductive Science. S7. Ep 12.
How do you feel about ageing? Have you started to write yourself off, or are you making the most of life? Thereās a reason I called this podcast The Happy Menopause, and thatās because I firmly believe this stage of life is our time. Not an ending, but a door opening to a whole new […]
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Strength Training in Menopause with Katalyst Coach Megan Hart
In day two of my training workshop, Iām joined by Coach Megan Hart to break down how to strength train for fat loss and body recomposition in menopause.Ā We cover why body composition matters more than BMI, the difference between weight loss and fat loss, and how losing weight without lifting can lead to a […]
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Afl 62 ~ Autisme en de overgang
We hebben het in deze podcast al vaak over ADHD en de overgang gehad. En dat neurodivergente vrouwen vaker laster hebben van hormonale stemmingsklachten en overprikkeling. Dat geldt al helemaal voor vrouwen met autisme, een bijna vergeten groep, maar ook voor hen geldt dat een diagnose vaak pas in de perimenopauze gesteld wordt. Omdat ze […]
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Healthcare Explained: What You Really Need to Know with Expert Rebecca Bloom
Insurance coverage is confusingāand that confusion hurts people when theyāre sick.Ā In this episode Rebecca Bloom, attorney, longtime womenās health advocate, and author of When Women Get Sick, explains how to navigate the healthcare and insurance landscape so you get the care and support you need. We cover choosing the right coverage, understanding in-network vs. […]
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The Perimenopause Masterclass: Anxiety, Brain Fog, Broken Sleep, Weight Gain & GLP-1s
In this episode of āunPAUSED,ā Dr. Mary Claire Haver answers the questions she gets asked most, sitting down solo to address what perimenopause actually is, why it starts in the brain before it ever shows up in bloodwork, and why so many women experiencing anxiety, brain fog, broken sleep, and unexplained weight gain are dismissed, […]
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Ep. 212 – An Ovarian Cancer Journey of Self Advocacy with NP Tammy O'Rourke
In this profoundly moving and eye-opening episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Dr. Tammy O’Rourke, a Nurse Practitioner with a PhD and a leading voice in hormone health. While their last conversation focused on advocating for patients, this time, Dr. O’Rourke shares a harrowing personal health journey that began with symptoms easily dismissed as menopausalābloating, […]
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How Light Is Affecting Your Sleep, Stress & Long-Term Health with Dr Martin Moore-Ede
In this weekās episode of Take a Breath, Iām joined by Dr Martin Moore-Ede ā one of the worldās leading experts in circadian science and the health impacts of light. After more than 40 years of research, his work reveals something most of us never even think aboutā¦ how the light weāre exposed to every […]
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53 ā Rosie Viva on bipolar disorder, hormones and mental health
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by model and author Rosie Viva, who speaks openly about her experience of living with bipolar disorder, something she also explores in her book, Completely Normal and Totally Fine. Rosie shares her journey to diagnosis in her early twenties, the challenges of being misunderstood, and the reality […]
A Middle Aged Womanās Menopausal Journey
What Iām going to talk about: – Menopause and perimenopause – The body/mind and spiritual changes that come with that – Relief suggestions (these are ONLY suggestions, not cures or remedies. Check with a doctor to see whatās best for you) – The effects of living life in todayās society as a middle-aged woman – […]