The Jean Hailes podcast

Guest: Louise Browne, Head of Public Health and Education at Jean Hailes Got an itch down there? Don't scratch it, ask for an examination! Denise asks how to get your vulva examined without the awkwardness. Plus, how much period pain is too much?   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation What snoring can reveal about your health and hear Denise's amazing version of counting sheep.   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation Can wine settle a sleepless night? And what are the best remedies for insomnia?   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Elizabeth Farrell AM, Medical Director of Jean Hailes Dr Farrell discusses midlife mood swings and why you shouldn't spray perfume on your va-jay-jay. P.S. It's called a vulva.   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation Is co-sleeping with your kids a bad idea? Plus, do we really need eight hours of sleep every night?   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Jess Davis, Practice Nurse at Jean Hailes Put on 'COVID kilos'? Denise asks if your doctor will slam the weight gain. And, if you have a fear of needles – take heart, you're not alone.   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Louise Browne, Head of Public Health and Education at Jean Hailes Is 'light bladder leakage' (LBL) the new term for incontinence? Plus, how to chat to your doctor about your privates without getting red-faced. The good news – doctors have heard it all before!   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Jess Davis, Practice Nurse at Jean Hailes Cervical screening 'etiquette' – what to wear and whether pre-appointment grooming is a must.     Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation 'Sleep hygiene' – fad or fiction? What does it actually mean? Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with the cleanliness of your pillow. Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Elizabeth Farrell AM, Medical Director of Jean Hailes Libido! Dr Farrell explains why it can fizzle out at midlife and what to do if low sex drive is bothering you. There's also talk of contraception and why checks for sexually transmissible infections (STIs) are a must at any age – yes, ANY age.     Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Jess Davis, Practice Nurse at Jean Hailes Does it matter what undies you wear to the doctor, and what's the difference between a pap smear and cervical screening test?     Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Foundation Grab a pillow and tune in as Dr Junge and Denise discuss night sweats and snoring around menopause. Plus – how to tell your bedpartner she sounds like a tugboat (without causing a rift).   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Louise Browne, Head of Public Health and Education at Jean Hailes Battling menopausal symptoms? Learn what to do if your doctor ever tells you to 'suck it up' instead of providing solutions. Plus, how to improve your sex life after 60. Hint: the answer involves baking!   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Denise asks awkward questions, with host Denise Scott Guest: Dr Elizabeth Farrell AO, Medical Director at Jean Hailes Dr Farrell talks hormonal changes at menopause, growing hair in awkward places, and body shape at midlife – turning from a pear to apple shaped. Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Guest: Dr Liz Farrell, Clinical Director of Jean Hailes Denise heads back in time to the Logies to a story that will make you sweat. Also, Dr Farrell explains how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) can help some women with their menopausal symptoms.   Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au Produced by May Jasper Sound Engineering by Andrew Callaghan

Tina McCarthy is a wonderful reminder that you don't have to be a triathlete to be healthy. In 2012, she founded Wheel Women, a cycling group run by women, for women. The Australian organisation teaches women how to ride, and how to ride better, and their message is simple: Bike riding is fun, relaxing, and good for your health. Oh, and there's coffee and cake at the end. What's not to love?  Find Tina Online Website: www.wheelwomenaustralia.com Instagram: @wheel_women Facebook: www.facebook.com/wheelwomenaustralia Wheel Women Ride Schedule: https://wheelwomen.teamapp.com/ Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au www.womenshealthweek.com.au

Shelley Ware chats to CEO of PANDA Julie Borninkhof about anxiety and depression in new and expecting mums and dads. What does it feel like and how do you spot the signs? You can find more information about Perinatal Mental health, including anxiety and depression, via PANDA's website: www.panda.org.au If you'd like to talk to someone about Perinatal Mental Health, call PANDA's helpline: 1300 726 306 Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au www.womenshealthweek.com.au

For Anna Nunn, the past few years have been brutal. In 2020, Anna was pregnant with her second child when she was diagnosed with cancer. Living on a remote cattle station hundreds of k's from the nearest hospital, she had to overcome a series of obstacles to simply survive. Host: Shelley Ware Producer: May Jasper Sound [engineer]: Andrew Callaghan Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit www.jeanhailes.org.au www.womenshealthweek.com.au  

Janet Michelmore, AO, is the daughter of the late Dr Jean Hailes. She's also the CEO of Jean Hailes for Women's Health, which was founded in her mother's honour. In Jean Hailes' 30th year, we take a trip down memory lane and celebrate the pioneering work of Dr Hailes, who established Australia's first menopause clinic in the 1970s. Janet has honoured her mother's legacy to improve the health of all women. But, in Janet's words, "the work is not over". Host: Shelley Ware Producer: May Jasper Sound [engineer]: Andrew Callaghan Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/ www.jeanhailes.org.au www.womenshealthweek.com.au

Women's health physio Heba Shaheed confronts the issues we're too embarrassed to talk about – painful sex, constipation, period pain, bladder leakage and endometriosis. Heba argues that too often treatments, such as pelvic physiotherapy, are overlooked or unknown to women. Yet, they can be life-changing. You can find out more about pelvic conditions at: www.jeanhailes.org.au To find a women's health physio in your area, go to: www.choose.physio And you can follow Heba Shaheed on instagram @thepelvicexpert, or at the www.thepelvicexpert.com Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the health of all women, girls and gender diverse people. For free, accessible, evidence-based health information visit jeanhailes.org.au