Finally Found

Stef Williams is a fitness creator, businesswoman and the OG endometriosis influencer. She joins Sophie Richards to reveal how cycle syncing changed the game not only for her endo, but every part of her life.In this episode, Stef explains how to eat, work out and be your best self in every phase of your cycle. Heard of the luteal phase but no idea how to navigate it? Wondered why your ovulation phase isn’t the thriving week you’ve been sold? Stef shares her guide on when to push for a PB or get cosy on the sofa.Plus, she shares how she’s navigating postpartum (only 5 months at the time of recording!), how she struggled with identity in pregnancy and dealing with weight gain when you’ve got 2 million people following you for your body goals. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 We know NOTHING about periods!04:04 Fighting for an endometriosis diagnosis14:12 The symptoms aren’t just during your period20:34 Introduction to cycle syncing23:30 The Luteal Phase28:25 The Menstruation Phase33:46 The Follicular Phase37:06 The Ovulation Phase41:10 Why cycle tracking can be life-saving43:50 Navigating pregnancy body changes as a fitness creator52:00 Losing your identity postpartum 59:50 What are your menstrual cycles like postpartum?01:02:20 The reality of ‘having it all’ Follow @stef.williamsGet Period Proof - out now! Try Stef’s app: WeGlowJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth

Sophie is about to enter the biggest chapter of her life: having a baby, getting married, building her business… and who better to dissect it than her fiancé Dillon!In this episode, Sophie and Dillon discuss the chaos of the first trimester - including some very strange scan experiences. Sophie goes in depth with her symptoms and Dillon shares how much his life has (not) changed…Plus, Sophie reveals how her pregnancy has affected her endometriosis, what type of birth she’s planning and gives us an update on the wedding planning!EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 A huuuge life update!02:06 How hard was it to get pregnant?06:57 The ‘child-free by choice’ conversation08:44 How we found out we were pregnant 13:02 The chaos of first trimester18:45 What happens in an early scan?25:32 Baby names we WON’T be using27:11 Does pregnancy get rid of endo symptoms?29:45 How do you get ready for your life completely changing33:08 C-section or Vaginal birth??36:12 The newborn bubble has already burst40:08 What are we most excited about??42:18 Telling everyone we’re having a baby47:07 The insane wedding planning trip… 52:59 “Are you ok??” 57:11 Cardiff vs London 59:45 Are you worried our relationship will change?01:02:01 “I’m scared no one will be with me because of my endo” 01:04:40 Would Dillon ever consider being a stay-at-home dad?Follow @dillonlewis3Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth

Sophie is having a baby! Who better to discuss every step of pregnancy, symptoms and birth plans with NHS GP, content creator and fellow pregnant person - Dr Monika Sharma!In this episode, Monika shares why we experience morning sickness, where your pregnancy cravings come from and how important first trimester nutrition is. Plus, she reveals some of the wildest and shocking symptoms, discusses the infuriating ‘just you wait’ comments and choosing what type of birth you want to have. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 I’m pregnant!!02:29 The realities of actually conceiving 07:50 Is feeling guilty normal?11:03 First trimester symptoms15:19 Why do we get morning sickness??18:14 The dreaded ‘just you wait’ comments25:54 How important is nutrition in the first trimester?29:00 What skincare is pregnancy safe??35:20 Is the second trimester as good as it sounds??40:30 Why does this happen to your nipples?!43:40 When are you supposed to tell everyone??48:00 Dealing with health anxiety 52:55 The NHS pregnancy roadmap 56:20 Telling your boss you were pregnant58:50 Vaginal birth v C-section 65:00 Third trimester symptoms Follow @lifewithdoctormonJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth

If you feel like you’ve been sold the lie that sex should be effortless, spontaneous, and pain-free, then psycho-sexologist Kate Moyle is here to reassure and empower you with science backed information on how to have a better sex life. Joining Sophie Richards, Kate explores why sex education is failing an entire country; she shares the biggest question she gets in the therapy room and what could be behind your low libido.Plus, should you ever push through painful sex? Do you like to masturbate but don’t want to do it with your partner? We cover these listener questions to fight the shame still following us to the bedroom. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Why are we having less sex?02:27 How Kate became a psycho-sexologist05:33 Is the sex culture in Britain broken? 10:28 What should sex education look like?14:19 Is it bad to be having sex a couple times a year?19:35 The millions of things that could be affecting your libido25:49 The barrier between arousal and desire 29:48 The biggest myth about foreplay 36:19 Pleasure is a measure40:38 The orgasm gap46:33 What are the most common problems people are having in their sex lives? 50:30 Should you ever push through painful sex? 57:19 Can smutty books unlock your sex life?60:30 Take your time with postpartum sex66:40 ‘I only have good sex when I’m drunk’67:59 “My sex drive is gone forever, what do I do?”70:10 “I play with myself, but can’t be bothered to have sex with my partner”Follow @katemoyletherapyGo to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first orderJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth

If you’re sick of suffering with acne, rosacea or hair loss and all the internet is offering you is viral trends, then this episode with Harley Street Dermatologist Dr Aamna Adel will be the confusion-clearing conversation that you need!Dr Adel joins Sophie with explainers on what exactly is acne, if you can get rid of acne scarring and how to identify if that redness is actually rosacea. Plus, when more women in the UK are experiencing hair loss than men, why is it considered a ‘male problem’? Dr Adel explains the stigma, what causes hair loss and whether there is a product that triggers hair growth.EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 Sick of skincare confusion?02:40 How Dr Adel found her path with dermatology 05:47 Your skin has a huge impact on your mental health11:29 Why haven’t I grown out of my teen acne?15:40 Is Roaccutane a miracle or nightmare acne treatment?20:33 The best products for acne-prone skin 26:27 SPF is a non-negotiable32:26 Is acne scarring permanent? 40:54 What is rosacea? 47:50 The best skincare for rosacea52:36 Are MORE people losing their hair??56:06 GLP-1s and hair loss 60:12 Why you shouldn’t get a hair transplant too early62:33 Is hair regrowth possible after going bald?65:45 Stop going to sleep with wet hair!70:53 Bag or bin: skincare trendsFollow @dermatologist_adelGo to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first orderJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth