On this episode Karen Rieser from Menocentral and I talk about Your Menopausal Vagina. We cover topics such as: What is the difference between your vulva and vagina?Why is happening down there in Menopause?What you can do about these changes?What is with the change in smell, and when you should be concerned.Why do I feel the need to pee or leak when I sneeze and what can I do about it?When should I get changes to my period looked at...There is so much more. Together we talk in everyday ...

Learn why Eye Health is important in midlife. Is it menopause or aging that causes eye changes? What we need to know about wearing eye makeup. Treatment for dry eyes Common eye diseases and how they affect your sight. Do glasses make your eye sight worse? We answer these and many other questions in this fun filled podcast with real life examples. Our Guest Leith O'Connor is an experienced Optometrist at Visique Capitaleyes at capitaleyes.co.nz Lynda Lovatt is an experienced Re...

In this podcast we cover: What are the two main vessel types in our body and what does a healthy vessel look like.What are the changes you see happening in patients vessels in theatre or under the microscope?Why do these changes matter?What causes these changes?What are the key differences in presentation between a woman and a man with heart disease How are the symptoms of a women's heart attack different to a man.How to women respond to you when they are told they have heart disease?L...

In this episode I talk you through the key pillars of health which provide you with a tool to reflect and move forward with key strategies to not only improve your daily wellbeing and productivity but also prevent disease onset as you age. Listening to this podcast is a win win! To improve your accountability and motivation to get started on your health goals for 2025 join me in my personalised Menopause Vitality Programme where you have me a Registered Nurse guide you over 8 weeks. Are you...

Endometriosis is a condition where the uterine lining grows out of the uterus and can adhere to the bowel and bladder and other organs. Women who have this condition experience pain during menstruation and often during sex and at other times as well. Commonly this condition can take years to diagnose. Join Ingrid as she relays her journey with endometriosis and how pain during sex was one of the most difficult things to overcome. Lynda Lovatt is an experienced Registered Nurse who spec...

In my studies in lifestyle medicine it has become apparent to me that past trauma can manifest as disease if it is not dealt with. Today I welcome Thea Baker PHD candidate, MCouns, Grad Cert HRP, Grad dip HRM, BA (Hons) who is a clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist with a special interest in trauma. Thea is based in Melbourne Today we cover: Thea's story including what lead her into this workWhat is Trauma?Where is trauma present?Why is childhood trauma significant?Is there traum...

In this episode we talk with Master Stylist Jacqui Halligan . Jacqui has had over 30 years experience hairdressing. She is manager of Vivo Salon In Richmond, Nelson. Today we will cover: What are the changes to hair as we age?How stress, age, genetics, hormones and chemicals affect our hair?When should we go grey?What are the best hairstyles for older women?The best hair products for aging hair.Is the blue rinse still a thing?How often should we wash our hair? Lynda Lovatt is an ex...

In this episode I talk to Nurse Practitioner Intern Emma Nikolajenko about all the important health checks women should be having in Midlife. It's comprehensive, informative and delivered in a very down to earth style which the listeners will appreciate and relate too. The podcast covers topics about how to improve your health literacy and where to look on the internet for credible health information. We talk in a relaxed way about bowel health and sexually transmitted diseases and the ne...

Today I am joined by Dr Ivana Matic -Stancin, a Melbourne based GP who is passionate about women's healthy aging during the perimenopause/menopausal transition. In our podcast we cover: The physiology of hormonal changes in perimenopause.The role of all the pillars of lifestyle medicine and possible changes during this life stage. Dr Ivana is on www.doctorivana.com.au Lynda Lovatt is an experienced Registered Nurse who specialises in menopause and pelvic health. She helps women ...

In this episode I talk with The Alcohol Mindset Coach Kathryn Elliott. We discuss women's relationship with alcohol in midlife and its impact on perimenopause. We cover these topics: Kathryns breast cancer journey.How Kathryn got into work as a specialist alcohol and binge drinking coach.The unique challenges or factors that influence women's drinking pattern's in midlife and perimenopause.Effective strategies for women to develop a healthier and more mindful approach to alcohol during mi...

In this episode I talk with Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Liz Childs. We cover these topics: What is the pelvic floor.What are the personal impacts of pelvic floor problems.How common pelvic floor issues are.Your risk factors.Barriers to accessing treatment for your pelvic floor problems.Pelvic floor devices.Appropriate screening and exercise when seeing a personal trainer.Exercise considerations around perimenopause.Vulvovaginal changes in perimenopause.Over tight pelvic floors.How to do you...