Episodes

Depression – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 39
Changes in mood are a symptom of the menopause. Some women develop depression, and some may have experienced it before. So how do you tell what’s going on and what you can do about it? With some expert advice is Dr Clare Spencer from My Menopause Centre. Access a transcript of this Podcast here: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-depression-2 […]

HRT Top Tips – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 38
Are you taking HRT but not sure if it’s working? Can’t get hold of the one you’re used to due to shortages? Think you need to change or are thinking of stopping? In this Episode we are joined by Dr Clare Spencer from My Menopause Centre who offers advice and explain more about HRT. You […]

Endometriosis – Dr Karen Morton Ep 36
Endometriosis can be a debilitating condition for sufferers. In this episode we find out how Endometriosis affects the menopause transition. To talk about the condition, we are joined by Dr Karen Morton, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Founder and Medical Director of Dr Morton’s, The Medical Helpline. To access a transcript of this Podcast, click here: […]

Surgical Menopause – Dr Heather Currie Ep 35
In this episode we discuss surgical menopause e.g. hysterectomy and oophorectomy, how it affects the menopause transition and what support is available to those who experience it. I am joined by Dr Heather Currie. Dr Heather Currie is an Associate Specialist Gynaecologist at Dumfries & Galloway NHS, Trustee and past Chair of the British Menopause […]

HRT Risks and Benefits – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 29
Do you know enough about HRT to make an informed choice about whether it’s right for you? In this episode we’ll discuss the benefits and risks of HRT. Henpicked’s Deborah Garlick talks to Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Your menopause, your choice. For more from the Henpicked Menopause Hub go to: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Menopause, […]

Ageing – Dr Liz McCulloch Ep 26
How does the menopause affect our ageing process. In this episode we are joined by Dr Liz McCulloch from Hormone Health. Liz helps us understand what factors influence how we age – including our skin and hair along with expert insights into what we can do. For more about this episode including a transcript: https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub/menopause-and-its-effect-on-ageing/ […]

Anxiety – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 25
Did you know that anxiety is one of the lesser known symptoms of the menopause? Fluctuating hormones can cause feelings of anxiety or depression but what can you do about it? Dr Clare Spencer is from the My Menopause Centre. In this episode we discussed the important topic of managing anxiety during the menopause and […]

Pelvic Floor – Dr Clare Spencer Ep 22
Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, bowel and the uterus. They prevent incontinence of bladder and bowel, prolapse and are also important in sexual function. But the pelvic floor can weaken during menopause which makes it important that we talk about this and understand what we can do. Dr Clare Spencer joins us with help, […]

Menopause and Skin – Dr Emma Wedgeworth Ep 19
In this episode – Menopause and Skin with Consultant Dermatologist Dr Emma Wedgeworth. How does menopause affect our skin, and what we can do about it. The Emepelle skin treatment mentioned in the podcast, for more details: https://emepelle.co.uk/#henpicked Follow Dr Emma Wedgeworth on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/dremwedgeworth Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as […]

Early Menopause with Dr Nick Panay Ep 12
In this episode early menopause and how it is treated. Our guest is Dr Nick Panay, Consultant Gynaecologist. Early menopause occurs when periods stop before the age of 45, which probably affects about 10-15% of women. If this happens before the age of 40, it’s known as premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), which affects about 1% […]