In this eye-opening episode of Menucha Talks, Hormones: Heroic Helpers or Mood-Meddling Monsters?The Ups and Downs of Perinatal Hormones, Dr. Sturrage, an experienced GP, takes us on a guided journey through the world of perinatal hormones — from the very beginning of pregnancy all the way through the postnatal period.

Together, we unpack what hormones actually do, why they have such a powerful impact on our moods and emotions, and which reactions we can fairly “blame on them.” With warmth, clarity, and a touch of humour, Dr. Sturrager explains the huge hormonal shifts women experience, helping us understand our bodies rather than fear or resent them.

Packed with invaluable advice and practical knowledge, this episode leaves listeners more informed, more compassionate toward themselves, and more in tune with their own biology.

Tune in for a fascinating and reassuring conversation that will help every woman feel a little more grounded, a little more understood, and a lot less alone on the hormonal rollercoaster of pregnancy and beyond.