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Connect Talks
by Connect
Connect is all about bringing like-minded people together, belonging to a community, exploring ways to improve your health and wellbeing, and helping you feel empowered to make the changes you want to.
Episodes
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S3 E5 Navigating an Eating Disorder in Midlife: Sue's Story
"It may be a part of my story, but I don't want it to be the whole story anymore." Our conversation with Sue is a real and powerful example of the challenges and barriers midlife women who experience an eating disorder face during their treatment, relationships and recovery. Sue takes us through...
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S3 E4 Mind, Body & Menopause: Midlife Eating Disorders & Mental Health with Rebecca Lister
“...is this a fact or is it a thought? Not every thought we have is true, so we have to question those thoughts and challenge the ‘all or nothing’ thinking.” The relationship between eating disorders and mental health is complex, add in perimenopause and menopause and things can get even more...
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S3 E3 You're Never Too Old for Support: Eating Disorder Treatment in Midlife with Janet Lowndes from Mind Body Well
"...recognising that ‘something's not quite right for me’ is the first step to people seeking treatment..." Seeking treatment for any health condition can feel intimidating and overwhelming, let alone for a condition that is complex and often misunderstood. Just as overwhelming can be knowing…
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S3 E2 Midlife, Menopause & Eating Disorders with Dr Lauren Bruce from Eating Disorders Victoria
"...it does come back to awareness and acknowledging that eating disorders are experienced by all people..." Did you know that the prevalence of eating disorders increases at 45-years old? Many think that eating disorders are only experienced by younger people. Eating disorders don't discriminate...
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S3 E1 Understanding Eating Disorders with Sarah Cox from Butterfly Foundation
"... a lot of people do sometimes think that it's mainly around food or weight but there's so much more going on under the surface..." Experienced by more than 1.1 million Australian's, eating disorders are not uncommon, but still they remain misunderstood and are not spoken about enough. In this...
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S2 E9 More than Sex: Navigating Body Image, Relationships and Pelvic Pain with Marie Vakakis
Pelvic pain doesn’t just impact our bodies and minds – it can also cause changes in our intimate relationships. Marie Vakakis, Couple and Family Therapist from The Therapy Hub, joins us to discuss the complexities of navigating pelvic pain and relationships. This episode isn’t just for those...
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S2 E8 Fertility and Pelvic Pain: Navigating the Journey with Professor Louise Hull
Infertility is a journey that many don't expect to go on, but what can be even more unexpected is discovering a pelvic condition at the same time. Join Connect as we discuss the complexities of infertility, pelvic conditions and pelvic pain with gynaecologist and fertility subspecialist Professor...
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S2 E7 Mind-Body-Pain Connection with Dr Megan De Souza
For those living with pelvic pain, or any type of chronic pain, their experience is not simply a physical one. Pain impacts the mental health and wellbeing of someone, sometimes as much or even more so than it does to their physical body. For some, this can lead to social isolation from friends…
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S2 E6 Movement, Nourishment & Rest for Pelvic Pain with Freya Lawler – Part 2
Treatment for pelvic pain conditions don’t just have to stop at medication and surgery. Movement, sleep, nutrition and mindfulness can all have a powerful impact on an individual's experience and are now being recommended more frequently by healthcare professionals. In this two-part episode, we...
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S2 E5 Movement, Nourishment & Rest for Pelvic Pain with Freya Lawler – Part 1
Treatment for pelvic pain conditions don’t just have to stop at medication and surgery. Movement, sleep, nutrition and mindfulness can all have a powerful impact on an individual's experience and are now being recommended more frequently by healthcare professionals. In this two-part episode, we...
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S2 E4 Communication is Key: Julie Snook’s Story of Endometriosis
Hearing the voices and stories of those living with endometriosis is a powerful way to build community awareness, reduce stigma and misunderstandings, connect with others experiencing the condition and help others feel less alone. In this episode, we are joined by multi-media professional and...
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S2 E3 It Takes a Team: The Power of Multidisciplinary Care for Pelvic Pain with Associate Professor Pav Nanayakkara
When it comes to treating pelvic pain, it can be overwhelming to know what the treatment is, or what treatments are available to you. Associate Professor Pav Nanayakkara returns to Connect Talks to unpack and help us understand the various treatments options available for someone experiencing...
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S2 E2 Getting the Pelvic Pain Care You Deserve with Associate Professor Pav Nanayakkara
The diagnosis of a pelvic pain condition isn’t always easy, with many experiencing years of misdiagnosis or even no diagnosis. So, how does having a team of healthcare professionals affirming your experiences impact the journey? Associate Professor Pav Nanayakkara joins us for an…
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S2 E1 Making Sense of Pelvic Pain with Dr Shami Kathurusinghe
Today we start our exploration into pelvic pain with Dr Shamitha Kathurusinghe, a highly sought-after specialist gynaecologist with expertise in complex gynaecological surgeries. Join us as we learn about a range of pelvic pain conditions, including endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease and...
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S1 E8 A Different Journey of Perimenopause and Menopause with Sonya Lovell
Cancer, perimenopause and menopause – living through one life change can be challenging enough, but two can flip your world upside down. This was the reality of Sonya Lovell, who at 47 was diagnosed with breast cancer and pushed into medically-induced menopause. In this powerful episode, Sonya…
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S1 E7 Navigating Work During Perimenopause and Menopause with Thea O’Connor
Major life changes and work don’t always go hand-in-hand, but the experience doesn’t have to be difficult one. In this episode, Thea O’Connor - expert on all thing's perimenopause, menopause and work - will help us navigate the challenges many of us face. We will cover common barriers and stigma,...
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S1 E6 Eat, Sleep, Move: Lifestyle Tools for Managing Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr Michelle Woolhouse
As we’ve discussed, there’s a range of treatment options available when navigating perimenopause and menopause but sometimes lifestyle changes can be just as effective as medical options to help you get a handle on it all. In this episode, holistic General Practitioner (GP) Dr Michelle Woolhouse...
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S1 E5 Mind and Mood in Perimenopause and Menopause with Professor Jayashri Kulkarni
From brain fog and forgetfulness, to anxiety and depression, perimenopause and menopause can play havoc on our mental health and wellbeing. It can be a difficult journey, but there is support and treatment options out there. Professor Jayashri Kulkarni AM, expert in psychiatry and women’s health,...
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S1 E4 Demystifying Menopause Hormone Therapy with Professor Jayashri Kulkarni
Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) has received a lot of interest over the years – both good and bad – which means there is a lot of information out there, making is hard to decide what the right choice is. Professor Jayashri Kulkarni AM, expert in psychiatry and women’s health, will help us debunk...
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S1 E3 Staying in Control during Perimenopause & Menopause with Dr Sonia Davison from Jean Hailes for Women’s Health
It can be difficult to feel like you have autonomy when going through perimenopause and menopause – major life changes, non-affirming care and unexpected symptoms can take the control out of your hands. In this episode Dr Sonia Davison, endocrinologist at the Jean Hailes Medical Centre, will be...
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S1 E2 Caring for You in Perimenopause & Menopause with Dr Sonia Davison from Jean Hailes for Women’s Health
In episode two, Connect begins exploring treatment options for perimenopause and menopause with Dr Sonia Davison, endocrinologist at the Jean Hailes Medical Centre. The range of treatments available can be overwhelming – hormone therapies, non-hormonal options, alternative therapies, lifestyle...
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S1 E1 Perimenopause & Menopause: the 101 with Laura Riccardi from Women’s Health in the South East
Joined by Laura Riccardi, Sexual and Reproductive Health Lead at Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE), today’s episode starts our deep dive into the often overlooked, but important life stages of perimenopause and menopause. From surprising symptoms to the impacts on a person’s health,...
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Season 1: Perimenopause & Menopause
Get a sneak peek into our upcoming season where we will be deep diving into all things perimenopause and menopause. In each episode, the Connect team will chat to an expert special guest and focus in on one area of these important life stages. Explore everything from treatment options to lived...
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Let's Connect - Meet Kass
Join us as we chat to Connect's newest team member, Kass, as she tells us about what led her to her passion for accessible health communication and what to look out for when you're accessing health information.
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Let's Connect - ARCVic
Anxiety can be tricky to navigate but the Anxiety Recovery Centre Victroia (ARCVic) provides free support services for those needing help. ARCVic is a state-wide, specialist mental health organisation, providing support, recovery and educational services to people and families living with anxiety...
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Let's Connect - Partners in Wellbeing
Are you waiting to access mental health services, or finding that you need someone to speak to between appointments? Partners in Wellbeing is here to help. Learn more in this month's Let's Connect episode.
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Let's Connect - Feelix Library
Have you heard of the Feelix Children's Library? This fantastic service from Vision Australia offers free, tactile storybook kits and more for children with vision loss. Find out more in this feel-good Let’s Connect.
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Living with Chronic Health Conditions
Sarah Joyce is a distinguished advocate for disability and meningococcal. Listen to our chat as she walks us through her inspiring story and answers questions about living with a chronic health condition and its impacts on her life.
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