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Menopause - The Real Deal

Menopause - The Real Deal

By: Michelle Rowlinson
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 "Menopause - The Real Deal" is your go-to podcast for honest, expert-driven conversations about perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Michelle, a senior Physiotherapist, Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner, and best selling author, this podcast dives deep into the real experiences of women navigating this transformative stage of life. Each episode features insightful interviews with health professionals, business leaders, corporate women, and past clients who share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. We debunk common myths, explore the impact of menopause on health and work life, and provide practical advice to help you manage symptoms and thrive. Whether you’re approaching perimenopause, in the midst of it, or supporting someone who is, "Menopause - The Real Deal" offers the education and support you need to embrace this phase with confidence. Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Relationships Social Sciences
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  • From Hysterectomy to Empowerment: Our Remedy's Rachel's On Turning Pain Into Power

    From Hysterectomy to Empowerment: Our Remedy's Rachel's On Turning Pain Into Power
    Nov 5 2025
    Have you ever noticed how some of the biggest life changes end up leading to something far bigger than yourself? This week, Michelle is joined by Rachel from Our Remedy, who after co-founding a healthy cafe, suddenly found herself facing serious health challenges that threatened to change everything. After failing to find the support she needed, Rachel began to share her story with the world, and soon found an audience of likeminded women going through the same thing. In this episode, she talks about turning her pain into purpose, why women's health still lacks real conversation, and how she built one of the UK's most empowering wellness brands from the ground up. Rachel Reveals How experiencing a hysterectomy at a young age can lead to early menopause, often with little information or support available. Why it’s vital to understand menopause and advocate for oneself in medical settings How building a community around shared experiences can provide invaluable support for women Why sharing personal stories can resonate with others and create a sense of belonging. There is a significant gap in knowledge regarding women's health, particularly menopause. How many women are unaware of the symptoms and effects of menopause How nutrition and lifestyle choices play a vital role in managing menopause symptoms BEST MOMENTS "I really fought to not have a hysterectomy... I wanted to be healthy and well for my son." "The biggest gap is speaking to a doctor once and saying like, something's not right." "I think we are completely entitled in the UK to ask for a second opinion, a third opinion, a fourth opinion." "I feel like I'm searching for answers to the problems I have." GUEST LINKS Instagram: @itsourremedy Website: ourremedy.co.uk HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk
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    40 mins
  • Thriving Through Menopause in Midlife: The Power of Hormones, Mindset, and Movement

    Thriving Through Menopause in Midlife: The Power of Hormones, Mindset, and Movement
    Oct 29 2025
    Ever feel like you're doing all the right things in midlife, but your body just isn't responding? This week on Menopause, the Real Deal, Michelle is joined by Karen Darlington, a menopause coach who's been helping women transform their health and confidence for over eight years. Inspired by her own early menopause journey, Karen combines nutrition, strength training, yoga, and mindfulness to give women practical tools that actually work. She's the founder of Menopausing, a community that empowers women to balance their hormones, feel strong again, and finally see the results they've been working for. Get ready for a powerful, practical conversation about thriving in midlife, not just surviving it. Karen Reveals Why anxiety, panic attacks, sleep disturbance, brain fog, and intense rage can often be misdiagnosed How the body changes, and why the old advice of "eat less, exercise more" no longer works Why prioritising sufficient protein, fibre, and an anti-inflammatory diet can quickly lead to positive changes in energy, clarity of thought, and better sleep. Why strength training is essential for supporting muscle mass, metabolism, and bone density Why mindset trumps all, and how her philosophy is broken down into manageable pieces BEST MOMENTS "You went from doing nothing to doing a little bit of something, and the health benefits are huge." "We have to be willing to be able to change the way that we think, because if we don't, we're going to get the same results that we've always got." "I honestly felt as if my body was being possessed because it was almost like this different person was coming out..." "The two actually work very well together because... we need to balance that out with the calmness, with the connection back to self, with the breathwork." GUEST LINKS Instagram @talkmenopausewithkaren TikTok @talkmenopausewithkaren Website - Karendarlington.com HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk
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    54 mins
  • The Warrior Who Refused To Be Silenced: Mellanie Parry On Empowering Women And Taking Control

    The Warrior Who Refused To Be Silenced: Mellanie Parry On Empowering Women And Taking Control
    Oct 22 2025
    This week, Michelle talks with Mellanie Parry, a powerhouse who turned personal adversity into leadership. Mellanie's story highlights how she was told she was "too young for perimenopause" by her GP despite chronic symptoms, leading to a breakdown at forty-five before receiving HRT, and which sparked a huge personal reinvention Mellanie used this as the fuel to create a community of over eighty thousand women by sharing her honest experience with perimenopause and an ADHD diagnosis, eventually taking her mission to the Houses of Parliament. In this powerful episode, listen as Mellanie talks about the ways in which she empowers women who refuse to be silenced, blending mindset and inner strength. Mellanie Reveals How despite multiple issues, her GP dismissed her as "too young for perimenopause" because she lacked hot flushes. Why the lack of support led to a full mental and physical breakdown. How demanding and starting HRT provided rapid mental and emotional life-changing relief. Why hormonal struggles, like fatigue and hunger, are not character flaws, and women shouldn't feel guilt over them. How she is sharing her story to inspire a community and influence UK Parliament. BEST MOMENTS "What if the very symptoms you're told to ignore are actually the ones screaming for change?" "I begged for help. I was gaslit and told 'Well, you are a bit irritable, aren't you?'" "I didn't see a way forward... I couldn't think how can I get, how can I feel better... and I'd read other women's stories about HRT had helped them. So I do believe that having this hope was something that I was there, so that lifted me." "I was so anxious and so low and so just incapable of like mixing and being around people and holding a conversation.' So, it was life-changing within weeks." GUEST LINKS https://instagram.com/themellanieparry?igshid=jqdfo25h70j2 https://www.facebook.com/mellanie.slater http://www.tiktok.com/@themellanieparry HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk
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    54 mins
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