Answering Menopause Questions You're Too Shy To Ask – With Comedian Victoria Emes And Kelly Bedford (funniest episode yet?) episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 25, 2025 · 55 MIN

Answering Menopause Questions You're Too Shy To Ask – With Comedian Victoria Emes And Kelly Bedford (funniest episode yet?)

from Is It Hot In Here? Midlife Podcast · host Dr Naomi Potter

In this week’s episode of Is It Hot In Here?, menopause doctor Dr Naomi Potter is joined by the brilliant duo Victoria Emes and Kelly Bedford to answer all the menopause questions you’ve always wanted to ask (but maybe never dared).🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihihFrom meno-pot bellies and mystery period changes, to “what on earth is going on down there?” and learning how to give far fewer Fs — nothing is off limits.You might know Victoria from her laugh-out-loud social media videos, and Kelly from her 20+ years as a personal trainer helping women feel stronger, fitter and more confident. Together they co-founded FitBtch Power, a fitness platform designed to support women through perimenopause and beyond — and their honest, hilarious, inclusive approach makes this a must-listen.If you’re feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just want to be prepared for what’s coming, this episode will have you laughing, nodding along, and most importantly, feeling empowered.(Friendly warning: don’t listen on a full bladder, as uncontrollable laughter is inevitable).Follow Victoria Emes below:Victoria's Instagram: @victoriaemesVictoria's TikTok: @victoriaemesVictoria's YouTube: @victoriaemesFollow Kelly Bedford below:Kelly's Instagram: @fitnessfoxlondonKelly's website: https://www.fitnessfoxlondon.com/ Check out Fitch Btch:Fit Btch website: https://www.fitbtchpower.com/ Fit Btch's YouTube: @fitbtchpowerFit Btch's Instagram: @fitbtchpowerFit Btch's TikTok: @fitbtchpowerFollow Dr. Naomi Potter below:Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotterNaomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter00:00 – Meet Victoria and Kelly (and how Fit Btch began)03:01 – Victoria’s leap from gold leotards to viral comedy07:39 – What Fit Btch is and how it helps midlife women10:50 – Victoria’s changing cycles and perimenopause chat online13:36 – Myth-busting belly fat, sweat and skin changes17:53 – Vaginal changes, dryness… and “scarfing” explained20:17 – Signs of perimenopause and when to consider HRT24:04 – She gave HRT to her dog!27:52 – HRT vs lifestyle: finding the right balance29:45 – Why beginner-friendly fitness boosts women’s confidence38:34 – Social media, perimenopause fears and going sober50:57 – The Urban Menopause Dictionary: lightning fanny, brain farts & more#menopause #victoriaemes #naomipotter

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