You Can't Wear Cream To A WEDDING!

Mommyhood 2 Menopause

February 22, 2022 ∙ 24 mins

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This podcast was born over a coffee date. Two unlikely friends of different ages (37 and 55) figure out that being pregnant and going through menopause have similar symptoms. LauRen and Barb are sharing their personal stories and struggles while laughing their way through these life changes.

Victoria Secrets is adding a whole new line up of more diverse models to their roster. The lingerie giant recently added models of all shapes, sizes and back grounds to their catalog including a pregnant model and a young lady from the Down Syndrome community. LauRen also shares the moment she was "mommy shamed" on social media and the two discuss wedding etiquette to live by. From attire to engagements and bringing a gift vs sending one, nothing is off the table in this discussion!

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Mommyhood 2 Menopause

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February 22, 2022

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24 mins

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How to Reverse Diet to Break a Weight Loss Plateau in Menopause

In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to implement a reverse diet, including how to calculate your maintenance calories, when to increase calories gradually versus jumping straight to maintenance, and what to expect during the process. Last week, we talked about why chronic dieting and years of eating too little can leave you […]
Moments: Father's Day Special

This week’s Begin Again Moments, we’re celebrating the fathers and the impact they’ve had on their kids. For the full episodes search wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
221: Itchy & Bitchy ClinicCrawl: Your Dog Brought a Killer Into Your House; Skipping Your Meds could Kill You

(00:00:00) 221: Itchy & Bitchy ClinicCrawl: Your Dog Brought a Killer Into Your House; Skipping Your Meds could Kill You (00:00:11) Welcome to the Itchy and Bitchy Podcast (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:34) Hypertension and Medication Compliance (00:03:52) The Importance of Taking Medications as Prescribed (00:07:40) Ticks and Tick Prevention (00:11:34) Closing Remarks […]
The Closet Clean Out Guide: Declutter Your Life and Get Your Confidence Back

Have you ever stood in front of a full closet, said “I have nothing to wear,” and reached for the same safe outfit one more time? You are not alone, and it is not really about the clothes. Tamsen’s viral closet clean out started as a simple declutter and spiraled into one of the most […]
Try it For 1 Week: Small Ways to Make Your Life Fun & Exciting Again

Summer is all about having fun: long days, warm nights, and getting together with the people you love. Today’s episode is your playbook for making that time you spend with people more exciting and meaningful. Mel is joined by Priya Parker, one of the world’s leading experts on human connection. Her book “The Art of […]
Are you a witch? Believe in your magic and the power of ritual, with Poppy Jamie

Did you listen when your gut told you to turn down that job… and did you seize a better opportunity after? What about when you were tired but something told you to go to the party anyway? Did you meet your partner there? Entrepreneur and author Poppy Jamie says there’s no such thing as a […]
How to fade age spots and pigmentation

If years of sun exposure have left you with age spots, freckles and uneven pigmentation, you’re certainly not alone. Liz explores the best ways to manage sun damage, sharing the skincare ingredients and treatments that can genuinely help – without the need to splash out on expensive creams. Plus: The impact of hair dye on […]
The Solution to UTIs in Menopause: Topical Oestrogen – Dr Naomi Potter

Could your recurrent UTIs actually be a menopause problem? 🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihih In this week’s solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter explains the surprising and often overlooked link between diminishing oestrogen and recurrent urinary tract infections – and why antibiotics alone are never going to […]