The menopause transition. Every woman will go through it, so why don't we talk about it more?
Whether you're on the other side of the menopause transition, navigating it now, or know it's coming, this episode is a deep-dive into what you need to know about this time of life. The reality? The menopause transition can impact years (decades?) of a woman's life.
Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me.
In this episode, join us - co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb - as we chat with our guest, Dr Kelly Teagle, Women's Health GP and founder of WellFemme about the menopause transition.
You will hear:
- The Menopause Transition basics - what symptoms might you experience and why?
- The importance of seeking specialised medical advice
- The significance of early intervention and preventative health measures
- The role of self-compassion
- And so much more.
We're so glad you're here. It's time to live life on your terms. It's time for Midlife Unfiltered.
Anita & Erica
P.S. Check below for links to learn more about Dr Kelly Teagle, WellFemme and the resources Dr Kelly mentioned during our chat.
Mentioned in this episode:
WellFemme: links to free menopausal health assessment and menopause bootcamp webinar
Blog post "5 top tips for "The Menopause Chat" with your GP."
Next Phase
"What's your future health forecast" Quiz
About our guest, Dr Kelly Teagle:
Dr. Kelly Teagle is a GP in Canberra specialising in Women's health. She is the founder of WellFemme, a ground-breaking Telehealth menopause service. She graduated in Medicine from the University of Queensland in 2001 and worked in the Royal Australian Air Force as a Medical Officer until 2010. As a civilian GP she gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and developed her interest in women's medicine with a Graduate Diploma of Women's Health, further studies in reproductive and sexual health and surgical assisting.
Connect with Dr Kelly Teagle via the WellFemme Website and LinkedIn. And find out about her latest program Next Phase Women's Wellness. It's all so very awesome!
We're so glad you're here. It's time to live life on your terms. It's time for Midlife Unfiltered.
Erica & Anita xx
p.s.
This podcast is brand new and we'd be SO grateful for your support in spreading the word and helping us grow an audience!
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About Erica Webb:
Erica is a counsellor, somatic exercise coach and self-kindness advocate. As a highly sensitive person (HSP) herself, she supports other HSPs to navigate what it looks like to prioritise their own mental fitness, claim the self-care that truly nurtures their body and mind, and work through the unique challenges their sensitivity poses.
Erica works with clients 1-1, as well as in her online program, SOMA:HOME and online membership space, the SelfKind Hub.
Connect with Erica:
Website: www.ericawebb.com.au
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About Anita McLachlan:
At the helm of Sequins and Sand for over 15 years and as Australia's Cossie Whisperer, Anita has helped 1000's of women find a swimsuit they feel great in and the freedom that comes with feeling confident in it. Passionate about women's empowerment through helping them feel confident in their own bodies. That's what being Cossie Confident does. She's now turning her experiences and attention to helping women in midlife navigate this often tumultuous time and feel the power this time of life brings. To appreciate and bring the gift of themselves to the world and have the confidence to express. To feel the freedom to be....themselves.
Find Anita at www.SequinsandSand,com.au where she showcases swimsuits and resortwear, shares fit tips and product reviews, offers insightful Masterclasses and her Unlock Your Cossie Confidence course. She has 2 newsletters which come out weekly - the Swimsuit Scoop on a Sunday which is Swim and Resortwear focused and Midlife Mojo on a Wednesday where topics that go towards helping women in midlife feel more confident are explored.
Subscribe here to receive her much loved weekly newsletters and to be a part of her free VIP community.
Connect with Anita:
Website: www.SequinsandSand.com.au
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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anita-mclachlan
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Menopausal Transition
00:12 Meet the Hosts and Guest
00:57 Dr. Kelly Teagle's Background
03:19 Understanding Menopause: Basics and Misconceptions
03:56 Perimenopause: Symptoms and Challenges
14:18 Navigating Hormonal Treatments
22:06 Advocating for Women's Health
25:04 Senate Inquiry and Future Changes
28:32 Understanding Bone Health
28:53 The Importance of Preventive Health in Midlife
29:15 Strength Training and Bone Density
29:55 The Risks of Bone Fractures
30:27 Empowering Women Through Awareness
31:25 The Role of Lifestyle in Health
32:25 Introducing the Next Phase Program
33:04 Details of the Next Phase Program
33:24 The Window of Opportunity for Health
33:57 Preventing Chronic Diseases
41:06 The Importance of Self-Compassion
45:45 Body Image and Mindset Support
48:29 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
50:30 How to Connect and Learn More
