Menopause - The Real Deal

In this fascinating conversation, Michelle talks to the incredible Daviana, who shares her personal journey of transitioning from male to female, discussing the challenges and revelations she faced along the way. From her early awareness of feeling different as a child in the 80s to her experiences in the military and the impact of societal norms on her identity, Daviana provides an insightful perspective on gender dysphoria and the importance of self-acceptance. She also reflects on her supportive ex-wife, the process of coming out to her daughter, and the emotional and physical changes she experienced during hormone therapy Daviana Discusses The emotional changes of hormone therapy, including surprising shifts in mood and reactions How physical changes such as skin sensitivity and body shape mirrored common menopause symptoms The impact of cravings and comfort-seeking behaviours surprisingly similar to menopause experiences Why supportive relationships and open communication are so crucial during transition The challenges of navigating social spaces with confidence and respect BEST MOMENTS "I always knew I wanted to dress in women's clothes. I wanted to be women."  "There's not enough oestrogen in the world to bring down the amount of muscle mass and bone density and power that you got going through puberty."  "If you walk into a women's room looking like me with your head down and all nervous... you're gonna make people around you nervous."  "What right do they not have? They can go play sports all they want. They're just going to play in their biological sex." Daviana's Links TikTok Instagram Facebook HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle is joined by the incredible duo of best-selling author Kate Halfpenny and women's health pioneer, Kym, to discuss the often-overlooked experiences of women navigating menopause. Kate shares her journey of writing her book, "Boogie Wonderland," which candidly explores her personal challenges during midlife, including perimenopause and family dynamics. Kym examines the need for tailored fitness approaches for menopausal women, highlighting the lack of education in the fitness industry regarding this demographic. Together they focus on the emotional rollercoaster of menopause, the societal perceptions of aging women, and the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity You'll Hear About The importance of sharing personal experiences as a way to connect with others How many women experience menopause symptoms without fully recognising them The need for better education and awareness about menopause and its effects. How crucial it is to embrace the changes that come with menopause Why its vital to accept our bodies and experience The significant gap in the fitness industry regarding education on how to support menopausal women. Why personal trainers and fitness instructors need to be better informed about the unique needs of this demographic to provide appropriate guidance and support.  BEST MOMENTS "I think that readers know if you're only telling them half-truths or if you're making stuff up completely. So that was my goal with the book, just to take that opportunity to be a woman in midlife." "I loved that my body every month was like a Swiss watch and knew exactly what to do. And that it created and then fed three people." "It's really important because not all one exercise fits all. Our hormone levels are depleted or elevated. They're all over the place." "I don't think that we need to fix our bodies. We actually need to just listen to them." Kate Halfpenny https://www.badmothermedia.com/  Kym LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kym-australia-33aaa7301/   EPISODE RESOURCES www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/Boogie-Wonderland/Kate-Halfpenny/9781923022133 HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

If you’ve ever walked out of a surgery feeling like you didn’t get answers, this is for you. In this episode, Michelle shares 6 practical tips to help you approach your GP with confidence, get the most from your appointment, and feel heard. You'll Discover: Why many GPs lack training in menopause care How to prepare before you book so you can maximise your time Simple ways to guide the conversation towards solutions that work for you These strategies will help you go in prepared, come out informed, and take charge of your menopause journey. Listen now to feel more in control and more confident in the support you can ask for. Best Moments: “Most of them just haven’t been given the right training.” “A symptom journal changes that.” “You’re not being difficult. You’re advocating for yourself.” “You absolutely deserve to feel heard, supported and taken seriously.” HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

In this episode, Michelle interviews Hanna Kok, a coach with over 30 years of experience in body mind spirit connection, who focuses on how forgiveness affects health. Hannah explains her approach to managing menopause symptoms through emotional healing and forgiveness work rather than diet and exercise alone. She shares client success stories and shares forgiveness techniques we can all use. Hanna also challenges listeners to view health from an emotional perspective and be open to new ways of healing. Hanna Kok Reveals: • Her energy allocation theory • How she guides clients to use "mirrors" to identify what needs healing within themselves rather than holding grudges. • Why we all resist self-forgiveness and its necessity for healing. • Common misconceptions about what forgiveness actually means • An emotional stress release technique that activates the prefrontal cortex and prevents self-destructive thought patterns • Why Western cultural programming creates barriers to healing • The immediate physical changes that can result from emotional release work BEST MOMENTS "We have as women, about 26 trillion listeners. That is, those are all the cells in our bodies being at our own cells, and half of that is also the microbes in our body." "Holding a grudge is like drinking, trying to kill somebody while drinking the poison yourself." "That irritating person just was a mirror, just gave you some feedback. Like Michelle... this is what you look like when you're disrespectful of yourself." "I forgive you for being the perfect mirror. I forgive you for showing me what I need to change within me." "Within three months of working with me... the bleeding completely stopped... She was off all allergy medication, no more painkillers. She had no pain." "I'm just loving myself just because, just because I am valuable, just because, not even because I'm alive, not because I'm a child of God... it is just because." EPISODE RESOURCES Release and Relax meditation www.hannakok.com The iThrive app. www.ithrive.zone. https://ithrive.zone/35d-new HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

What happens when a husband publicly asks how to support his wife through menopause and thousands of women flood the comments? Jesse Robertson, a dad and TikTok creator, found out firsthand when one honest post transformed his parenting channel into a platform for menopause education. In this unique episode, Jesse shares his experience from complete ignorance about menopause to becoming an unexpected advocate for women's health. Host Michelle and Jesse swap questions in an open conversation that reveals the reality about medical training gaps, the real impact of hormonal changes and why marriages are failing during perimenopause. Jesse Reveals: • The many ways husbands can support their wives during perimenopause • The enormous menopause education gap in men • How medical training in perimenopause is shockingly inadequate • The ways hormones affect everything, not just reproduction • Why divorce rates spike during menopause years • The fitness, health and exercise advice that can backfire during menopause • The severe mental health impact on women during menopause • How simple communication can transform relationships BEST MOMENTS "When Jesse asked women if they wanted their husbands to understand menopause, the response was incredible.” "How is it that I, as a man and as a husband, and you know, as a father, how do I know nothing about this?" "We're talking about information that could literally save your marriage." "It's weird. It's like you've got this voice in the back of your head and while you are sort of full flow of arguing and having a rage... You've literally got this little voice in the back of your head saying you are out of order, but you just can't stop anyway." "Women have never been prioritised in studies. Testosterone studies on men started in the 1930s... studies on women were paused in the 1970s and didn't get started up again until 1993." "Just because it's natural doesn't mean that it's gonna be good for you." EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.tiktok.com/@theparentexpress?_t=ZT-8xkINq69UIB&_r=1 HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Fitness expert Denise Grixti joins Michelle in this episode. They discuss why traditional health advice is sabotaging women in perimenopause and what women should be doing instead. Denise also shares her personal journey to becoming a metabolic detective and talks about how you can do the same. This episode will change how you think about your changing body and give you practical knowledge on how to work WITH your hormones instead of against them. Denise Reveals: • Why stress management the foundation of hormonal balance • Why traditional health and fitness advice doesn’t work for women • How your coffee timing matters • Where you can expect to see the first signs of hormonal improvements • How blue light is destroying your sleep • How to become your own metabolic detective • Why small steps create lasting change BEST MOMENTS "Hormones control whether you're burning sugar or whether you're burning fat. So even from a weight loss perspective, it's not just about weight, you wanna make sure that you're losing the correct weight." "I love teaching women how to become their own metabolic detective. That way they can navigate their way through their issues and their hormonal imbalances." "The first place you're gonna see results is in your sleep, your mood, your hunger, your energy, and your cravings. That's the first place it's gonna show up, not on the scale." "Everything is connected to stress. Everything is connected to stress management, and that is like the under layer of everything." "Coffee on an empty stomach is gonna trigger a massive cortisol response and going through perimenopause and menopause. As women, we become more reactive to stress." "Now is the time not to pour from an empty cup. If you fill your cup first, you are gonna have so much more energy, patience, to give with your family." "This is not a phase that we should look at with such doom and gloom. This is actually a time for empowerment. It's a time to connect to our bodies again." EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.dngfitness.com/ https://www.dngfitness.com/peri-menopause-academy-for-busy-women HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Join Michelle as she speaks to Jodie Sturges, a qualified therapist and content creator who juggles life as a mum of six while navigating her own recent ADHD diagnosis and perimenopause journey. Diagnosed with ADHD at 43, just as her hormones began changing, Jodie shares the connection between perimenopause and neurodiversity that most women don't know about. Jodie and Michelle share advice and personal experiences that could change how you understand your own brain and body. Visit http://bit.ly/BioIDhormones and use the discount code Michelle40 to receive 40% off your consultation fee PLUS £50 off your first order. Jodie Reveals: • Why hormonal changes in perimenopause can intensify ADHD symptoms • Why many women receive their first ADHD diagnosis in their 40s • How traditional therapy training doesn't prepare therapists to work with neurodiverse clients • What is bioidentical hormone therapy and why it can be life changing for women with ADHD • The differences in diagnosis and symptoms between ADHD girls and boys • Why creating a home environment where neurodiverse children don't have to mask is crucial • Why current research into ADHD and hormones doesn’t go far enough BEST MOMENTS "To hit a place where I was having thoughts of giving up my job, I was dreading waking up in the morning, that scares me for women." "When I was diagnosed, I reflected a huge amount on my childhood... I was so suppressed and told off for fidgeting, told off for talking too much." "I felt like I had to just soldier on because it's just perimenopause. Like just get on with it. All women go through this." "If you are questioning that person's commitment to their therapy, that could be quite damaging for the therapeutic relationship." "We thrive in chaos. I didn't know that at the time... that's when I perform best is when I'm under that pressure." "I don't believe I was like that before... I'm getting burnt out quicker and needing that decompression time where I have to say I just need to be on my own." EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.kentcounsellingservices.co.uk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jodie_adhd_therapist?_t=ZN-8wqGwVw1t4A&_r=1 https://pensight.com/x/jodie-sturges HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle speaks with Aanu Benson, a menopause coach from Lagos, Nigeria. Aanu reshaped her experience of over 60 symptoms into a powerful mission to break the silence around menopause. A passionate advocate, Aanu reveals the reality of navigating perimenopause without knowledge or support. She talks about cultural misconceptions, career impact, relationship challenges and the power of lifestyle changes. Aanu Reveals: • The 60 symptoms she experienced before realising she was in perimenopause • How in Nigeria, perimenopause symptoms are often attributed to witchcraft or spiritual curses, leading women to seek inappropriate treatments • The impact that menopause can have on the careers of women • How effective lifestyle changes can be for managing perimenopause symptoms • Why educating younger women is crucial • Why relationships suffer without understanding perimenopause and its symptoms • The importance of education and why women must learn that symptoms are hormonal, not personal failings • Why healthcare and workplace training are so desperately needed BEST MOMENTS "I thought I was dying. That's the thing. I thought I was dying. I thought I was going crazy, especially since the doctors didn't have answers." "Everything went crazy, in my mind, in my body and my emotions and I had no one to explain to me that this is exactly what you're going through." "I felt like my mind was hovering around, like floating above me, kind of like watching me, but it was not in my body." "The silence ends with me. I need to do something about this. I cannot watch while another woman just goes off and begins the silence struggle." "Lots of people feel that perimenopause symptoms are caused by African magic or that it's spiritual or that you've been bewitched." "There's no one pill, you know, we just have to work on lifestyle adjustments, fitness works, wonders." "Oestrogen to a woman is just the same as fuel to a car. So once the oestrogen begins to decline, then everything is going to start happening everywhere." EPISODE RESOURCES Here's a link to Sister's Keeper 's YouTube Channel for more helpful tips on how to navigate your menopause journey: https://youtube.com/@sisterskeeper825 Contact Aanu here: http://bit.ly/40Z2vHt HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Join Michelle as she speaks with Barbara Lewthwaite. Barbara brings a spiritual perspective to menopause that will challenge everything you think you know. In their conversation, she reveals how mysterious paralysis episodes led to her menopause diagnosis, shares her approach to managing menopause symptoms through mindfulness and why trusting intuition over medical intervention and embracing nature's healing power will give you a different perspective on menopause. Barbara Reveals • The often unusual menopause symptoms that exist • How mindfulness can transform pain perception • That nature provides powerful healing tools • Why trusting your body is crucial • That menopause represents a transition to wisdom • Why support systems matter more than advice • Why individual approaches for menopause work better than one-size-fits-all BEST MOMENTS "I felt like I've been hit by a lightning bolt. I got on the phone, I said, I don't want that man doctor. I wanted a woman doctor." "It seemed the resisting was causing the pain. So if I just allowed my body to be the way my body wanted to be and took time off from my life for that to happen, it was no longer pain." "My body just said, no, don't think, don't do anything. Just sit it out. And it became quite a spiritual time, a special time to lie in the woods." "I can't recommend wild swimming highly enough, and it helps for everything. It helps for your mental wellbeing, for tiredness. It seems to elevate and create a happiness zone to live in." "The period part is a passage towards adulthood, and the menopause is a passage to wisdom, to the world of elders, elder wisdom." "In 52 years now of doing past life readings, I've never ever met anyone who wasn't doing what they're meant to be doing." "Find someone you trust as a sounding board. Someone will just listen to what your experience is. The last thing you need is advice. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.facebook.com/share/16GrDbda1Z/ HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

In this episode, Michelle talks about why so many women in their 40s and 50s are being diagnosed with ADHD and Autism and what this has to do with perimenopause. She shares why it can take women to hit middle age to realise that they aren’t neurotypical and how getting diagnosed herself this year has quite literally changed her life. She also shares how you can tackle your peri symptoms and get help for ADHD traits and potentially seek a diagnosis. Michelle Reveals • The flaws in the diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD • How the symptoms of ADHD and ASD in girls were dismissed as personality traits, such as daydreaming, for decades • Why women and girls have spent generations masking their behaviour and finding ways to cope in a world set up for neurotypicals • Why the coping mechanisms and systems women have relied on their entire lives can stop working • The role oestrogen plays in the brain • Dopamine and serotonin are the neurotransmitters responsible for reward, motivation, focus and attention • How the right combination of HRT and ADHD medication has changed her life • Why masking can lead to burnout BEST MOMENTS "Teachers and doctors often dismissed them as emotional or shy, not neurodiverse” “Decades later, those same women are hitting perimenopause and suddenly the wheels are falling off” “During menopause, which can start as early as your mid to late 30s, oestrogen can begin to fluctuate unpredictably” “Perimenopause is unmasking traits that you may have been able to manage, suppress or work around for years” “It felt like my brain wasn’t connecting to my body” “The more you mask, the harder it is to be yourself” EPISODE RESOURCES HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle is joined by Julie White, a holistic pelvic care practitioner and passionate advocate for women's health and vitality. Julie gives advice on how to manage intimate and pelvic health, including during menopause. She shares how getting to know your own pelvic space can heal anxiety, restore confidence and prevent future health issues. From her incredible fertility success stories to the shocking truths about vaginal health in menopause that doctors aren't discussing, Julie's approaches could revolutionise how we approach women's health.   Julie White Reveals How pelvic health routines can prevent future problems The power of healing trauma on physical health How vaginal health is often overlooked in menopause care The usefulness of online pelvic examinations How strength training can help during menopause and ageing   BEST MOMENTS "Why are all women not taught this simple tool? In order to be able to not only reclaim sovereignty over their own body, but understand what's going on in order to seek advice when they need to."  "I haven't had anxiety at all since, and it's because I can start to feel that residual buildup or the little butterflies in the stomach." "I developed a sense of confidence and feminine self assurance that I'd ever had in my life when I started to cultivate this relationship with my pelvic space."  "Bladder control issues and bladder infections can be as a result of a weak pelvic floor and not having a pelvic health routine, rather than it just being menopause symptoms."  "My biggest hope is that your normal campaign is as predominant in the psyche of women as checking your breasts for lumps."   EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-white-31173542?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app https://www.facebook.com/share/1AHNM9bHJm/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@julie.annwhite?_t=ZN-8vnlWryjkTW&_r=1 www.pussygalore.org.uk https://www.instagram.com/pu.ssygaloreltd?igsh=MTduMmYwYm55cGxiMA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr N.B. Tami Lynn Kent, creator of holistic pelvic care   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Dr. Harper, a leading menopause specialist and founder of the Harper Clinic on Harley Street, joins Michelle in this episode. Author of the Perimenopause Solution, Dr. Harper talks with Michelle about all things menopause, from libido and weight management to testosterone therapy and innovative treatments like GLP-1 injections. She shares why perimenopause can start in your thirties, talks about why testosterone could transform your energy levels and why she believes menopause can be the start of your best life yet.   Dr Harper Reveals Why perimenopause often starts earlier than you think Why HRT has been an essential part of her menopause journey The truth about testosterone How GLP-1 weight loss injections work in multiple ways Why blood tests alone can't diagnose perimenopause The free strategies that can help with weight management  That HRT has no upper age limit and is as individual as the person taking it Why workplace menopause support is crucial   BEST MOMENTS "I wanted to capture women in that perimenopause stage when things are starting to change. When they feel like they're going a little bit out of control, maybe even think they're going crazy."  "You can be sexy and glam and be menopausal, you know? I think it can start sooner than you think."  "I call it the mojo hormone because it helps with motivation, you know, sort of reducing the apathy, which maybe many women in their forties just feel it can't be bothered."  "My view is a preventative, proactive view. I don't want you to get to BMI 40 before I prescribe you that."   "We should be given like a bounty pack once we turn 40, we (get) sent out vaginal estrogens and lubrication."  "I don't think I could be sitting here with you, Michelle, if I wasn't on HRT. I know I wouldn't be running a business if I wasn't on HRT."   "A hundred years ago, menopause happened at the age of 55, we'd be dead by 60. Now we're living until 80. So menopause is definitely more midlife now rather than end of life."  "We are not ready to be put out to pasture. You know, we've got a lot of giving to do. But it needs to be a bit more of a selfish giving."   Dr Harper's Link www.theharperclinic.com  EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.amazon.co.uk/Perimenopause-Solution-control-hormones-before/dp/1785043641  HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle speaks with Donna Moors, an ABACP registered counsellor, yoga and mindfulness teacher, and mother of four. Donna shares her own experience of menopause, including misdiagnosed symptoms and reveals how this life change became her greatest opportunity for growth. Donna's holistic approach challenges everything you think you know about menopause, offering hope and empowerment instead of fear.   Donna Reveals How menopause symptoms are often misdiagnosed or dismissed Why your nervous system needs a reset during menopause How easy meditation can be and its benefits How to reconnect with your authentic self Why HRT is often trial and error The importance of boundaries in relationships How menopause can be reframed as a growth opportunity That connection combats isolation and can help you manage menopause   BEST MOMENTS "I feel like my body is angry with me. I feel like my body is like really kind of shouting at me. Something's wrong, do something about it."   "We experience our bodies from the outside in. How do I look? How do other people see me? Am I attractive? We pay so little attention to how do I feel? What do I need   "It's not so much about thinking about nothing, but it's about noticing that the mind does wander and when you notice the wandering, it's about a gentle nudging and bringing the mind back." "Resilience does not mean I can keep going no matter what. Resilience means recognising when things are too much and stepping back and deciding what needs to happen." "Your body isn't gonna stand for any more of this. Everybody else has to come first. Your body is almost saying, it's a big wake up call."   "If you feel fear and your internal alarm system's going on and it's a real emergency, then follow through. But if it's just that you're doing a podcast that is unfamiliar to you, then it's okay to have that fear."   "Say yes to more, be more adventurous, be less afraid to show up. Do more, life is short. See this as an opportunity to say yes to yourself."       EPISODE RESOURCES   www.linkedin.com/in/donna-moors-midlifebeyondlimits   https://www.instagram.com/donna_moors?igsh=MWJtc2pydWRzcWJheg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle talks with Naomi Holbrook, the unconventional weight loss coach. After battling 30 years of chronic pain, depression and yo-yo dieting, Naomi changed her life at 39 and left her corporate career to help other women do the same. She reveals her SMART Formula for sustainable health transformation and explains why traditional diets fail spectacularly during menopause. Naomi also shares her thoughts on intermittent fasting, strength training, the psychology of change and tackles outdated and toxic health concepts such as ‘good’ -vs- ‘bad’ food. Naomi Reveals The SMART Formula that breaks the diet cycle The factors that are overlooked in menopause by doctors who only prescribe HRT and antidepressants Why what worked in your 20s and 30s for your diet and fitness won't work after 35, when hormones start depleting The problems with restrictive eating Why intermittent fasting can be psychologically damaging Why weight isn't the real indicator of health The toxic diet culture vocabulary that needs rewiring    BEST MOMENTS "I think mine was more like a midlife awakening, I'd realised that I'd been sleepwalking sort of through a period of my life, repeating the same patterns of behaviour." "The reason you feel stuck is because you are trying to go to a place that doesn't exist anymore." "You only get that confidence and self-belief when you do the thing that you thought you needed the confidence or the self-belief for." "So many women say, I know what I need to do. I just need to do it. And here's the truth, 99% of the time they don't." "What you probably got away with in your twenties and thirties, it's not gonna work now. It's not gonna work anymore." "I will lend you my belief. I will loan you my belief until I show you how to create your own." "I feel happier, healthier, more confident now at 50 than I did at 30." "For me, it's just a piece of data, but for so many women, it impacts their self-esteem, how they feel about themselves, all those different things."     EPISODE RESOURCES Website: www.theunconventionalweightlosscoach.com  Instagram: @naomiholbrookcoach  Facebook: Naomi Holbrook  Email: hello@theunconventionalweightlosscoach.com  Phone: +44(0) 7703 524610   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

In this solo episode, Michelle talks about her own experience with heart palpitations during perimenopause. She shares why this can be a frightening and stressful symptom for many women, the science behind it and what you can do if you are experiencing heart palpitations yourself.   Michelle Reveals What heart palpitations feel like The link between hormones and heart palpitations Why women without existing heart issues can experience palpitations during perimenopause Why heart palpitations aren’t always recognised as a symptom of perimenopause What you can do if you are experiencing heart palpitations in perimenopause   BEST MOMENTS “If you’ve ever felt your heart suddenly racing, fluttering or skipping a beat you’ll know just how unsettling it can be.”   “It was so alarming that I went to my GP multiple times, convinced that there was something seriously wrong.”   “More often, I noticed them when I was feeling anxious or during what I now recognise as anxiety attacks.”    EPISODE RESOURCES   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle talks to pharmacist and menopause specialist Lindsey Lester, who shares her knowledge on HRT and menopause management. Lindsey tackles everything from why vaginal symptoms matter to the surprising ways exercise can increase symptoms. She also challenges common myths about HRT and reveals the significant health benefits every woman should know. Lindsey Reveals How oestrogen deficiency affects the entire body, not just reproductive organs Why lack of oestrogen changes fat distribution How intensive exercise can worsen menopausal symptoms How to manage vaginal and urinary symptoms of menopause The differences between body-identical HRT and synthetic hormones. How patient information leaflets often contain outdated warnings about risks Why Mediterranean and anti-inflammatory diets can reduce menopause symptoms   BEST MOMENTS "You go to the GP, they're doing the very, very best they can. They've got like eight minutes, even a double appointment, it's just not cutting through to the root causes and the whole conversation about how you can feel better is not just about the HRT." "Without oestrogen, your body perceives that you are under threat from a lion, tiger or bear. You don't need fertility, you don't need executive functioning. You don't need to be able to do a math sum in your head. You just need to run away." "Intensive exercise can worsen symptoms. Some people will notice that if they do all those spin classes, it's like, 'oh gosh, thighs are getting thicker.' It's having the opposite effect. It's just adding to the stress load." "Every cell in the body bar red blood cells have receptors for hormones and oestrogen in particular in a female."  "There's a massive difference between the body-identical and synthetic HRT. We can't include those in the same sentence. It's chalk and cheese, it really is." "Self care, if you are not looking after yourself, you are not gonna be able to look after all those other people that depend so much on you."     EPISODE RESOURCES Lindsey Lester’s clinic. https://avicenna-health.com/medical-service/avicenna-menopause-clinic   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk  This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Michelle talks with Shirley Webb, an award winning colour and style consultant who helps women reclaim their confidence during menopause. After experiencing her own style crisis 20 years ago, Shirley discovered how transformative finding the right colours and styles can be, eventually launching her business "B Transformed." She talks to Michelle about the psychology of colour, the five style personalities and how embracing your true style can be empowering during menopause and at any age. Shirley Reveals The power of colour analysis Why many women experience a shift in confidence during menopause Why colour is the most crucial element of style Why wearing black is not slimming The five style personalities How to understanding your body lines and proportions The five steps to style Why decluttering is an important psychological step for women going through menopause BEST MOMENTS "I came out with such a feeling in my tummy of empowerment and confidence and guidance.  I went out and bought a couple of cheap t-shirts in my colours, and then I started getting all these compliments." "When you experience the menopause symptoms, that weight gain, brain fog, confidence it all hits rock bottom." "Your clothes have to fit you. They have to follow the flow of your body. There needs to be proportion." "There's a wonderful quote by Coco Chanel from donkeys years ago, which says 'If you dress shabby, they'll remember the dress. If you dress exquisitely, they'll remember the woman.'" "Black is a barrier to communication and surprisingly enough for the ladies who think it makes them look slimmer. It's the way you wear your colours that makes you look slimmer, not black." "Styling is all smoke and mirrors. It's all about a tweak here, a tweak there." "You need to wrap your body in a flattering way." "If you want to look healthier, if you want to look younger, if you want to look 10 pounds thinner, you don't need cosmetic surgery."     EPISODE RESOURCES  https://www.btransformed.co.uk   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle talks with Lisa Quait, host of the Real Women's Stories Podcast. Lisa honestly shares her own menopause experience, including initial misdiagnosis and finding the right medication. She discusses how menopause impacted her work life, leading to memory loss and self-doubt, but then how it ultimately became a catalyst for change and transformed her self-belief.  Michelle and Lisa explore the workplace challenges during menopause, the impact on relationships and share realistic advice, including why clear communication and educating others are essential.   Lisa Reveals Her initial menopause symptoms Why early menopause shook her self-confidence Why it’s important to have your HRT treatment tailored to your specific needs How stress can mimic menopause symptoms Why menopause allowed her to recalibrate and find a renewed purpose The importance of communication with partners, family, and colleagues about menopause Why during menopause, women should identify and acknowledge all of their feelings How to gain workplace confidence during menopause Why marriages can break down during menopause   BEST MOMENTS "I felt like me again and I suddenly thought maybe throughout my life I've had hormone imbalances that have held me back because of the anxiety that you get with a hormone change." "It's taken me five years through my journey to get to a really good place. HRT is not one fits all. There are so many different types, we absorb differently." "I'm sharp, I'm there, I'm that powerhouse woman, and all of a sudden I'm a lesser version of myself. My brain has just gone to mush. My forgetfulness is just off the chart." "Going through the menopause really gave me my self-belief. I'm not the same because I don't think even when I was younger I had the self-belief and self-worth that I've got now." "When we are stressed and the body doesn't know the difference between real stress or perceived stress your body will prioritise your stress hormones, cortisol, over your sex hormones." "I would very often come into the office and go, 'I'm really hormonal today, guys. I'm just letting you know I might be snappy.' Because if people don't know how you are feeling, how do they know how to behave around you?" "I'm now gonna be doing my coaching full-time and my podcasting full-time... once you go through the menopause and you get a hold of it, you have this inspirational light comes out." "Sit with yourself, acknowledge yourself. Recognise all the good stuff that you've done, and the reasons why you are feeling the way you are feeling. Are they true or are you creating a narrative in your head that's not true?"     EPISODE RESOURCES lisa@realwoman.coach www.realwoman.coach     HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Caroline Careys joins Michelle in this episode to share how she positively navigated menopause.  Caroline is a mentor who has supported women through their transformative journeys and explains why understanding that menopause isn't just a medical transition is essential to managing this life change. She advocates a holistic approach and shares her advice and experiences to help others, including why menopause isn’t something for women to endure, but an opportunity for growth and personal development.   Caroline Reveals Why she looked forward to her own menopause Why menopause isn’t just a medical transition How menopause can be a journey of empowerment and can be embraced The beauty in growing older Why menopause can be an opportunity to find yourself and reclaim your identity How to find fulfilment and purpose Why expressing our emotions matters   BEST MOMENTS "I was excited about my menopause. I was really looking forward to it."  “ I'm not trying to suppress it. I'm not trying to make it stop. I want to experience it as a physical sensation in my body that is necessary. My body needs to do this clearly. It's important.” " I would never judge a woman for having to get help where she needed to." "I've always looked at elders, women covered in wrinkles and grey hairs and thought, wow."  "We're just not getting a very realistic perspective on growing old naturally." "I'm looking at what is our purpose because I think menopause is a great teacher of that. What's my purpose here? What is mine to do? And then that leads to that fulfilment." "Why are they suddenly complaining now? And it's exactly that, It's like, well we didn't complain because we were scared of being put into an asylum."   EPISODE RESOURCES   Website: https://middleearthmedicine.com/ Womens Course: https://middleearthmedicine.com/maiden-matriarch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caroline.carey Insta: https://www.instagram.com/carolinecarey__   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk

Michelle talks to Gemma Crane, who shares her personal journey through perimenopause,  discussing its impact on her daily life and work as a mindset coach. Gemma emphasises the importance of seeking support, navigating healthcare, and the challenges faced by women in the workplace. Michelle and Gemma's conversation explores everything from symptom recognition to treatment options, with Gemma giving advice on lifestyle changes and advocating for proper healthcare. Gemma Reveals The differences between perimenopause and menopause How perimenopause begins and its symptoms Why HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) isn't a one-size-fits-all solution Why women need individualised treatment plans Why many women dismiss perimenopause symptoms Testosterone is an essential but often overlooked hormone for women How lifestyle changes can complement hormonal treatments The ways women can advocate for themselves in healthcare settings The education gap between perimenopause and menopause and why the general public and healthcare need better education   BEST MOMENTS "Perimenopause can start from your late thirties. I often tell women it's like being a teenager again, your hormones are all over the place, you're moody, you can't sleep, but you're not a teenager anymore, you've got responsibilities."  "HRT isn't just about replacing oestrogen. Many women need progesterone as well, and testosterone is often the missing piece of the puzzle. It's about creating a bespoke treatment plan tailored to each woman's individual needs." "The majority of women walk around having no idea they're perimenopausal. They think they're going mad, their GP tells them they're depressed, they're put on antidepressants, and nobody makes the connection to hormones."  "We need to stop accepting that feeling awful is just part of being a woman. Brain fog, exhaustion, anxiety, joint pain, these aren't things you should just put up with because you're getting older."  "Testosterone isn't just a male hormone. Women produce it too and replacing it appropriately can make a world of difference to energy, brain function, and yes, libido, without any worries about growing a beard!" "I've had women come to me in tears because they've been told they're too young for menopause or that their blood tests are normal so it can't be hormones. But a blood test is just a snapshot in time, and hormones fluctuate wildly during perimenopause."  "The medical model focuses on the absence of periods as the definition of menopause, but for women, it's about the symptoms they're experiencing, often for years before their periods stop completely." "If you feel like something isn't right, trust your instincts. Keep a symptom diary, research, ask questions, and find a healthcare provider who will listen. You know your body better than anyone else."     EPISODE RESOURCES  https://mindset-hr.co.uk/   HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk