Thriving In Menopause

• S14E6: S14 E5 Making menopause everyone's business

  How can workplaces better support women through menopause – and why does it matter for everyone? In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, Prevention Australia editor Zoe Meunier speaks with Grace Molloy, CEO of Menopause Friendly Australia (menopausefriendlyaustralia.com.au), the organisation helping employers create inclusive, understanding and supportive environments for midlife women. Grace shares how the movement toward menopause-supportive workplaces is gathering momentum, why it’s good for both people and business, and how forward-thinking employers are taking real action to retain and empower experienced women. From practical initiatives and policy examples to the human stories driving change, this conversation shines a light on what true cultural change looks like. Learn what it means to be a menopause-friendly accredited workplace, including the five standards of accreditation and how they help businesses support women. Find out more about becoming a menopause-friendly workplace at menopausefriendlyaustralia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• S14E4: S14 E4 Fertility during perimenopause

  Fertility is often one of the most confusing – and surprising – aspects of perimenopause. Your hormones are fluctuating, your periods might be irregular, but yes, you can still fall pregnant. For some women, that’s an unexpected joy; for others, a wake-up call. And for those trying to conceive later in life, it can be a time filled with questions, hope and uncertainty. In this episode, we speak with reproductive endocrinologist Dr Devini Ameratunga (drdevameratunga.com), who specialises in hormonal and reproductive health, to unpack what really happens to fertility during perimenopause. Whether you’re hoping to conceive, avoid pregnancy, or simply understand your body better, this conversation offers clarity, reassurance and expert advice to help you make informed choices about your reproductive health during perimenopause. For more expert insights on thriving in midlife, subscribe to Thriving in Menopause and pick up the latest issue of Prevention Australia magazine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• S14E3: S14 E3 Treating sleep issues in menopause

  If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 3am with a racing mind or drenched from a night sweat, you’re not alone. Up to half of women in perimenopause and menopause experience disrupted sleep – and it can affect everything from your mood and memory to your relationships and quality of life. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, we talk to Dr Giselle Withers, a clinical psychologist and founder of A Mindful Way. Giselle specialises in helping people reclaim restful nights through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and mindfulness – both proven, evidence-based treatments that work without relying on medication. She explains why hormonal shifts, stress and “busy-brain syndrome” create the perfect storm for poor sleep, and how CBT-I – particularly when combined with mindfulness practices – can retrain your mind and body to sleep soundly again. Visit her website at www.amindfulway.com.au for further resources and information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• S14E2: S14 E2 Brain fog, cognitive functioning and ADHD in menopause

  If menopause has left you feeling foggy, forgetful, or like your brain has a thousand tabs open, you’re not imagining it. Cognitive changes are a very real part of perimenopause and menopause – and for women with ADHD, the impact can be even greater. In this episode of Thriving in Menopause, Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich, Clinical Neuropsychologist and Deputy Director of HER Centre Australia at Monash University, explains how hormonal changes affect the brain, why menopause symptoms can overlap with ADHD, and what women can do to better support their memory, focus and mental clarity. Find out: Why “menopause brain” happens How ADHD symptoms are influenced by hormonal changes The role of oestrogen in memory, attention and executive function Practical strategies – from medication to lifestyle habits – that really help The latest research on women’s brain health Interested in research?Caroline and her team at Monash are running studies on women, hormones, cognition and ADHD. To get involved, visit Monash HER Centre – Cognition and Hormones Group or email [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• S14E1: S14 E1 Dizziness, heart palpitations and panic attacks

  Do you sometimes feel your heart race out of the blue, experience dizzy spells, or even find yourself in the grip of a panic attack? These unsettling symptoms can be surprisingly common during perimenopause and menopause - but what’s really going on? In this episode, we're joined by integrative medicine specialist and naturopathic physician Dr Karen Coates, co-author of new book Hormonal Harmony. Dr Coates will unpack why these symptoms occur, when to seek medical advice, and the practical strategies that can help you manage them. From understanding the role of fluctuating hormones to uncovering lifestyle triggers, Dr Coates shares her expert insights to help you feel calmer and more in control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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