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Listen "#106: Navigating menopause when HRT isn't an option"
Episode Synopsis
October is both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Menopause Awareness Month and today’s conversation is going to bring both of these very important topics to you.
I’m chatting with the lovely Sarah Cawood about her personal journey through menopause, particularly in the context of being a breast cancer survivor. Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer 2 years ago and is navigating her recovery with the challenges of an array of menopause symptoms.
We discuss the challenges of navigating menopause without hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the importance of nutrition and exercise, and the impact of menopause on relationships and intimacy. Sarah shares her experiences with various supplements, the significance of self-care and skincare, and offers practical tips for women facing similar challenges.
We get pretty deep and intimate in this conversation, but do so for a reason - we need to get comfortable talking about menopause, our bodies, and how we’re feeling, so we can support one another and get the help we need to feel healthy and happy.
In our chat today we’re talking about:
How nutrition and reducing alcohol intake can significantly impact health.
Navigating menopause without HRT and finding what works for you through testing and learning.
Recognising that menopause symptoms can persist even after periods stop, especially post-cancer.
Why living healthy must be about finding balance between healthy habits and enjoying life.
Being comfortable with having open and intimate discussions about vaginal health and sex to support your wellbeing.
How self-care routines, including skincare, can enhance mental health and confidence during menopause.
Movement being key to managing menopause symptoms and joint pain.
Why women should always prioritise their health and seek support when needed.
The importance of being kind to yourself during your menopause journey.
About Sarah:
Former telly bird, turned network marketeer.
Connect with Sarah:
Instagram
Sarah's Scentsy shop
Sarah's FREE Simon Ourian MD AI facial analysis
About Life Now Coaching:
We unwrap what healthy living really means to help you get clear on the power of building sustainable healthy habits without overwhelm and confusion. We’re stripping back and laying out the truth about why taking better care of yourself is the answer to the happy vibrant life you’re striving so hard to create so that every woman knows the incredible value of her health.
Life Now Coaching supports women in midlife to build sustainable healthy habits using our success framework of mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress
Resources:
Get your FREE guide with 10 proven ways to navigate perimenopause with confidence.
Visit our website
Follow on Instagram
Follow on LinkedIn
Watch the episodes on YouTube
Full episode notes available on our website
Make sure you subscribe and rate the podcast to help other women create their own healthy habits to thrive through every season of their life - including menopause!
I’m chatting with the lovely Sarah Cawood about her personal journey through menopause, particularly in the context of being a breast cancer survivor. Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer 2 years ago and is navigating her recovery with the challenges of an array of menopause symptoms.
We discuss the challenges of navigating menopause without hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the importance of nutrition and exercise, and the impact of menopause on relationships and intimacy. Sarah shares her experiences with various supplements, the significance of self-care and skincare, and offers practical tips for women facing similar challenges.
We get pretty deep and intimate in this conversation, but do so for a reason - we need to get comfortable talking about menopause, our bodies, and how we’re feeling, so we can support one another and get the help we need to feel healthy and happy.
In our chat today we’re talking about:
How nutrition and reducing alcohol intake can significantly impact health.
Navigating menopause without HRT and finding what works for you through testing and learning.
Recognising that menopause symptoms can persist even after periods stop, especially post-cancer.
Why living healthy must be about finding balance between healthy habits and enjoying life.
Being comfortable with having open and intimate discussions about vaginal health and sex to support your wellbeing.
How self-care routines, including skincare, can enhance mental health and confidence during menopause.
Movement being key to managing menopause symptoms and joint pain.
Why women should always prioritise their health and seek support when needed.
The importance of being kind to yourself during your menopause journey.
About Sarah:
Former telly bird, turned network marketeer.
Connect with Sarah:
Sarah's Scentsy shop
Sarah's FREE Simon Ourian MD AI facial analysis
About Life Now Coaching:
We unwrap what healthy living really means to help you get clear on the power of building sustainable healthy habits without overwhelm and confusion. We’re stripping back and laying out the truth about why taking better care of yourself is the answer to the happy vibrant life you’re striving so hard to create so that every woman knows the incredible value of her health.
Life Now Coaching supports women in midlife to build sustainable healthy habits using our success framework of mindset, movement, nutrition, sleep and stress
Resources:
Get your FREE guide with 10 proven ways to navigate perimenopause with confidence.
Visit our website
Follow on Instagram
Follow on LinkedIn
Watch the episodes on YouTube
Full episode notes available on our website
Make sure you subscribe and rate the podcast to help other women create their own healthy habits to thrive through every season of their life - including menopause!
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