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Just Pause
by Just Pause Pod
A fun, insightful and engaging podcast for women in their 30’s and upwards. This podcast is all about preparing yourself mentally, physically, emotionally and nutritionally for the next, inevitable stage of life: the menopause. Keeping things fun and lighthearted whilst diving deeper into how we can help ourselves BEFORE we navigate through the (seemingly negative) perimenopause. We will here from a mixture of special guests who are experts in their fields, and we will also here from listeners sharing their own personal stories. Take a moment to Just Pause!
Episodes
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S2: EP21 - The Menopause Fitness Coach: Ally Jones
Wonder what will happen to your fitness when we hit perimenopause? This is the episode for you. Ally talks all about the importance of different forms of exercise during our 40’s and 50’s: strength training, pelvic floor health AND relaxation. This is a wonderful episode if you’re feeling a…
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S2: EP20 - Listener story with Corrine Lloyd
In this episode Corrine shares with us her POSITIVE (yay!) perimenopause journey. Corrine had changed her environment (moving from Cardiff to Melksham) and her work-life balance (opening up her own classical Pilates studio), as well as having her children later on in life. All of this may have...
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S2: EP19 - Maiden vs Wise Woman: the marvels of Chinese Medicine with Carolyn Anne Sykes
Are you ready for another mind blowing episode?? Then you’re in luck! In this episode Carolyn shares her wealth of knowledge on Chinese medicine. She explains the 8 different modalities that make up this holistic therapy option and reminds us that (in the East) the Wise Woman is hugely treasured...
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S2: EP18 - Listener Story with Leanne Weston
In this listener story Leanne shares her experiences of her perimenopause journey so far: rising levels of anxiety, persistent tiredness and the use comments to her GP that she feels like she kind of wants to kill her husband for 3 weeks of the month….is there something else going on 🤪 it is a...
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S2: EP 17 - Listener story (with a twist!) with Jodie Marsh
I love it when an episode comes together SO beautifully! Jodie kindly agreed to come on and share her listener story on this episode but it turned into so much more. Jodie’s expert knowledge as a MenoHypnotherapist sparkles out of her as we chat through her perimenopause journey so far. This...
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S2: EP 16 - EFT, Endometriosis & Evil Oestrogens with Rachel Stacey-McKay
In this episode Rachel shares her incredible story of her struggles with endometriosis and other gynaecological challenges for the majority of her life. She shares how her recent hysterectomy has helped enormously and how she hasn’t been put into medical perimenopause due to one of her ovaries...
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S2: EP 15 - Listener Story with Jo Lakin
In this episode Jo shares her relatively turbulent perimenopause journey including her experience of anxiety, sleep disruption, panic attacks and brain fog. Jo also shares her amazing experience with her GP and how she now can support others going through a similar period in their lives through…
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S2: EP 14 - Kinesiology Magic with Karen Thrush
In this episode we uncover the magical world of Kinesiology. Karen explains exactly what Kinesiology is and how it works as a holistic treatment, looking at your muscles and your energy to diagnose and problems. Kinesiology acts like a detective, leaving you with an accurate picture of what your...
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S2: EP13 - Listener Story with Elspeth Yates
In today’s listener story Elspeth shares her earlier-than-expected journey into perimenopause. We talk all things ‘periods’ as well as her struggle with anxiety as one of her lead perimenopause symptoms. There is also some interesting information on the Flow Headset which Elspeth has used to help...
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S2: EP12 - Homeopathy’s healing potential with Claire Zarb
In this episode Claire shares the healing magic of Homeopathy. This is definitely an episode I’ll listen to more than once as the information Claire shares is pretty mind blowing! We talk about detoxing from the contraceptive pill; how sometimes there can be many ‘layers’ of things (both…
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S2: EP11 - Listener Story with Angie Jones-Moore
In this episode Angie shares her gorgeous story of her perimenopause journey after having septicaemia after the birth of her son. Angie also speaks about the 2 studies she has been involved in for perimenopause (which gives me even more hope for the future and the information that is being…
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S2: EP10 - The Power of Aromatherapy with Charlie Coleman
In this episode Charlie reveals some secrets about the power of aromatherapy - which oils are best to use at different times of your cycle; how to use them in the most beneficial way; how to use them safely and harness the best of their natural power. It was a joy to chat to her and she has so…
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S2: EP 9 - Listener Story with Jo Starr
We have a wonderful listener story for you this week. In this episode Jo shares how having her fourth child later in life (41) may have helped with her smoother ride during perimenopause; How having an action plan (and people to help you come up with one, e.g. a kinesiologist, in Jo’s case) can...
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S2: EP8 - “Live well, age well, die well!” With Sarah Culpepper
What a smasher of an episode we have for you here! Today I am interviewing Sarah Culpepper from Glass Sponge Coaching. Sarah specialised in longevity & preventative ageing coaching. Sarah and I chat about all sorts of things from ways to reduce stress (the number 1 cause of increased…
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S2: EP 7 - Nutritional Nuggets with Alexis Prior
Today I’m chatting to the lovely Alexis Prior, a Menopause-specialising nutritional therapist and health coach. We talk everything from the best Hormone Hero foods to the tips Alexis gives to her clients for fitting those ‘you’ moments into your day. You can follow Alexis on Instagram...
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S2: EP 6 - Hair Care with Marianna Romain
What to know how best to look after your hair? This is the episode for you! Marianna shares all her knowledge on how to treat your hair (and scalp!) at all ages. Tip of the week from her: Start drinking ALL the water (if you haven’t already!). For great hair care tips you can follow Marianna...
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S2: Ep5 - Wild Swimming Woman with Tara Kelsall
Have you ever thought about trying Wild Swimming or Cold Water Therapy? Well this is the episode for you! Tara is one amazing lady and in this episode she share her story of how she ‘dove(!)’ into the world of wild swimming and coaching and how she helps other women find their feet in the cold...
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S2: EP 4 - Fast like a Girl!
In this episode I am diving into the amazing book, Fast Like a Girl by Dr Mindy Pelz. This book has made me seriously reconsider fasting in a more feminine way (I was definitely attempting the more masculine way previously - and then failing as my body didn’t respond in the right way!). If you…
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S2: EP3 - Listener Story: Anna Carruthers
This is such a beautiful story of how perimenopause has encouraged Anna to dive deep into her body. Scottish born Anna is a translator and yoga teacher living in Italy. She shares her experience of going through perimenopause in Italy, which she admits is a little behind the UK in terms of...
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S2: EP2 - Prudence Todd, holistic pelvic wellness practitioner
Wow! What can I say?! What an episode we have for you here!! Prudence is such a compassionate trailblazer of pelvic wellness and in this episode we talk all about the effect of tapping into your *unspeakable* areas and how to ask yourself different questions if you’re experiencing uncomfortable...
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S2: EP1 - Listener Story: Sian Bryant
In this first bumper listener episode of Season 2 of the JP Pod I talk to Sian Bryant about her menopause journey after being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in January 2021. We talk about hormones, cancer drugs, nutrition, hair. Sian also talks about GSM (Genitourinary Symptoms of…
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S1 EP18 - Johanna Guerillot, Ayurvedic practitioner
In this powerhouse of an episode Johanna unpacks how the ancient practice of Ayurveda can help us, as women, unlock our inner goddess. She encourages us all to find our rhythm and to practice kindness with ourselves whenever we can. Johanna (along with Nina, a wonderful menstrual cycle coach) has…
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S1 EP17: Listener Story - Lucy Williams
Wowza, what an episode this is! So much content covered (which is why I love our listener episodes SO MUCH because you never know what you will end up talking about!). Lucy had an Ovarian cancer diagnosis at 43 and talks us through her journey of (possibly misdiagnosed) perimenopause from that...
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S1 EP16: Your Hormones during Perimenopause - a beginner’s guide
In this short episode i take you on a beginner’s guide through what your hormone’s are up to during Perimenopause. I have found @dr.mindypelz a great account to follow on instagram and have also used the following books to gather some information for today’s podcast episode: Rushing Women’s...
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S1 EP15: Listener Story - Alessia Pace
Wow! What an episode we have in store for you! Alessia shares her story of early, stress-onset menopause after suffering from complex PTSD and anxiety. Alessia is also an amazing confidence coach (and shares some of her wonderful tips in this episode) and domestic abuse recovery mentor. If you...
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S1 EP14: Tracey Andresen - Reflexology
In this episode I chat to Tracey Andresen all about reflexology and how it can help support overall wellbeing, emotional wellbeing and stress relief in every day life as well as during perimenopause. Listen in to hear how reflexology can help bring you ‘back into balance’ and perhaps give you the...
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S1 EP13: Listener Story - Penny Hampton
If you have had a change of your sense of smell recently (or if you know it is due to perimenopause) then this is the episode for you! Penny shares her listener story and reveals some lesser-known symptoms she has experienced, as well as some fantastic tips for hot flushes. If you would like to...
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S1 EP12: Claire Honor - Leopards Life
I interview the wonderful Claire Honor in this episode and we talk about the framework she has put together for herself to help keep her calm and grounded (in life in general and also during perimenopause). Listen in to see how “leopards everyday keeps the doctor away”, pooling all the useful…
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S1 EP11: Listener Story - Laura Malek
In this episode we speak about Laura’s experience of going in to perimenopause earlier than expected. Symptoms started during the Covid lockdown and were appearing as more mental symptoms rather than physical ones so were perhaps harder to spot. Laura also talks about her experience going to the...
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S1 EP10 - Lucy Patel Nutrition
In this episode I speak to the wonderful nutritionist, Lucy Patel. She has SO. MUCH. KNOWLEDGE on this subject and the relevance of nutrition to help make our hormones happy. We covered so much content in this episode, so listen in for tips on her recommended supplements, Menopause MOT and her…
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S1 EP9: Listener Story - Lorraine Dodd
In this episode I interview my wonderful Mum, Lorraine. I wanted to include her listener story as it might inspire some of you to do the same and talk to your Mum (or closest female relative) about their perimenopause journey. Why?? All will be revealed in this episode, so listen until the end!…
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S1 EP8: Jen Albano - Secret Core Club
In this episode Jen and I discuss all things pelvic floor health, hypopressives…..and journaling!! I promise it makes more sense when you listen to the episode why all of these things are covered in one episode!! If you would like to find out more about what Jen does then you can find her...
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S1 EP7: Listener Story - Natalie Hillman
Natalie shares her perimenopause journey including hot HOT flushes, depression dips and HRT. If you would like to be a guest on the Just Pause podcast and share your story (all stories are wonderful and worthy of sharing - you never know who you might be helping!) then please get in touch on...
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S1 EP6: Kim Swinden from Women’s Time Counselling
In this episode I catch up with the wonderful psychologist, Kim Swinden from Women’s Time Counselling, to talk all things self care. We tackle the negative connotations that come with perimenopause - whether self imposed or society led; we discuss how to reduce stress and bring self care more…
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S1 EP5 - Listener Story: Karen Whyte
In this episode my high school teacher shares her personal journey, prompted by me asking her to come onto the podcast after seeing a post she put up on Facebook all about her hair (listen on to find out more!). If you would like to come onto the podcast and chat to me about your story then…
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S1 EP4 - Amanda Thomas: Reiki, Women’s Circles & much more
In this episode I chat to Amanda Thomas, Nurtured Heart Healer & Mentor. Amanda is a writer, sacred space holder, trauma informed Reiki Master & mentor supporting women to reconnect with their heart and feel at home with their body. We talk about Amanda’s Nurtured Heart Women’s Circles; inward...
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S1 EP3 - Kim Swinden: listener story
In this week’s episode we have a listener story with Kim Swinden. She talks about honouring her energy levels, learning to accept the change in brain, emotions & body - learning to welcome these changes rather than pushing them to one side. Remember, if you would like to share your own story on...
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S1 EP2 - Charlie Baker: The Body Positive Fitness Coach
In this episode I interview the amazing Body Positive Fitness Coach: Charlie Baker. We chat all things self love, healthy bodies AND healthy minds. Charlie shares some of her tools to help prepare you for changes in your body as you move through your life ‘seasons’. It is a fabulous interview…
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S1 EP1: Lucy Nisbeck shares her story
In this episode I interview the gorgeous Lucy Nisbeck about her menopause journey so far. Lucy is a truly inspirational early years teacher (one that you feel truly thankful for that they are out there teaching our next generation!) who shares a lot of positive ways to adapt the negative bumps in...
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INTRO Episode
Welcome to the Just Pause Podcast: A podcast for women just like me - late 30’s and wondering what the hell is going to happen when peri-menopause kicks in! I am here to find out all the hints and tips about how to get yourself into the best physical, nutritional, emotional, medical & mindful…
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TRAILER
What is the Just Pause Podcast all about? (Full episodes launching Friday 23rd June) Subscribe to the podcast and follow me @just.pause.pod on Instagram to keep up with all the latest news!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A fun, insightful and engaging podcast for women in their 30’s and upwards. This podcast is all about preparing yourself mentally, physically, emotionally and nutritionally for the next, inevitable stage of life: the menopause. Keeping things fun and lighthearted whilst diving deeper into how we can help ourselves BEFORE we navigate through the (seemingly negative) perimenopause. We will here from a mixture of special guests who are experts in their fields, and we will also here from listeners sharing their own personal stories. Take a moment to Just Pause!
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A fun, insightful and engaging podcast for women in their 30’s and upwards. This podcast is all about preparing yourself mentally, physically, emotionally and nutritionally for the next, inevitable stage of life: the menopause. Keeping things fun and lighthearted whilst diving deeper into how we...
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