Episode Overview

In this informative and balanced episode, I’m joined by a pharmacist and prescriber of GLP-1 medications, Sehar Shahid to unpack one of the most talked-about topics in midlife health right now — GLP-1 use during perimenopause and menopause.

With weight gain, appetite changes, insulin resistance, and metabolic shifts becoming more common during this stage of life, many women are turning to GLP-1 medications for support. In this conversation, we move beyond headlines and social media hype to explore how these medications actually work, who they may be appropriate for, and how they can be used safely and responsibly alongside lifestyle and hormonal considerations.

This episode is grounded in clinical experience and honest discussion, helping women feel informed rather than pressured, and empowered rather than confused.

• What GLP-1 medications are and how they work in the body

• Why GLP-1 use has increased among perimenopausal and menopausal women

• How menopause affects metabolism, appetite, and weight regulation

• Who may be an appropriate candidate for GLP-1 medication

• Common side effects and menopause-specific considerations

• Concerns around muscle loss, under-eating, and long-term metabolic health

• How to protect muscle through adequate protein and resistance training

• The relationship between GLP-1s, hormones, and HRT

• The importance of lifestyle support alongside medication

• Myths and misconceptions about GLP-1 use circulating online

• Key questions women should ask before starting GLP-1 medication

Sehar Shahid is a qualified pharmacist who prescribes GLP-1 medications and works closely with patients to ensure safe, informed, and personalised care. She brings a clinical perspective to a topic that is often oversimplified or sensationalised, helping women understand both the potential benefits and the responsibilities that come with using these medications.

Her approach centres on education, realistic expectations, and long-term health — not quick fixes.

Connect with Sehar:

Instagram: @seharthepharmacist

@24hrpharmacy.co.uk

Website: www.24hrpharmacy.co.uk

Disclaimer

This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. GLP-1 medications are prescription-only and are not suitable for everyone.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, including GLP-1s or hormone therapy. Individual needs, medical history, and risk factors should always be considered.

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Episode Overview

In this deeply inspiring and heart-led episode, I’m joined by my friend and menopause support coach Deborah, founder of Flourish with Deborah. Deborah shares her powerful personal journey of experiencing a complete hysterectomy at just 36, being thrust suddenly into menopause with little to no support, and how that life-altering experience became the catalyst for the work she does today.

This conversation goes beyond symptoms and prescriptions. Together, we explore menopause as a transformational chapter, one that invites women to reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and reclaim their sense of self. Deborah openly shares how she moved from simply surviving surgical menopause to truly owning it — and how that shift now supports the women she works with.

We dive into the role of sound energy healing, cold-water therapy, mindset, and body-based practices, and how these modalities can help women manage anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low confidence, and disconnection during menopause.

This episode is grounding, empowering, and a reminder that menopause can be a time of deep healing, strength, and self-discovery.

In This Episode We Discuss:

• Deborah’s experience of a complete hysterectomy at 36 and sudden surgical menopause

• The emotional and physical impact of entering menopause without support

• How menopause can be a powerful personal transformation, not just a list of symptoms

• The moment Deborah realised she wanted to help other women through this transition

• Gaps in traditional menopause support and why holistic care matters

• How sound energy healing supports the nervous system during menopause

• What sound healing actually does for the body and mind

• The benefits women experience from energy work and embodied practices

• Cold-water therapy: why it works and how it supports emotional regulation

• How cold exposure can help with anxiety, overwhelm, and confidence

• Simple grounding rituals every woman can try

• What working with Deborah looks like and who her work is best suited for

About My Guest – Deborah, Founder of Flourish with Deborah

Deborah is a menopause support coach and holistic practitioner who helps women navigate menopause through a deeply embodied, compassionate approach. After being pushed into surgical menopause at 36, Deborah experienced first-hand the lack of education, emotional support, and holistic care available to women.

Through Flourish with Deborah, she now supports women using a blend of sound energy healing, mindset coaching, cold-water therapy, and body-focused practices, helping them move from disconnection and overwhelm to confidence, regulation, and empowerment.

Her work is rooted in lived experience, nervous system awareness, and the belief that menopause can be a time of growth, healing, and flourishing.

Instagram: @flourish_with_deborah

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Limited spaces for 1:1 online coaching now available, please message me to find out more.

You can follow my work and reach me over on the following platforms:

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Disclaimer

This episode is for educational and inspirational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Sound healing, cold-water therapy, and mindset practices are complementary approaches and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care.

Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting new therapies, especially if you have underlying health conditions or concerns related to menopause or surgical menopause.

In this deeply important and eye-opening conversation, we dive into the reality of endometriosis and menopause, two experiences that are often misunderstood on their own — and even more so when they overlap.

My guest Evelyn shares her powerful personal story of living with endometriosis, being told that a hysterectomy would “fix” her symptoms, and then discovering that not only did the pain continue, but she also had to face the sudden onset of menopausal symptoms she was never prepared for.

Together, we explore what endometriosis actually is, why it is so commonly dismissed, how it affects the entire body, and what happens when menopause enters the picture. This episode brings clarity, compassion, and practical support to anyone navigating endo, surgical menopause, or both.

If you’ve ever felt brushed aside, confused about your symptoms, or unsure where to turn next, this episode offers validation — and hope.

In This Episode We Discuss

• What endometriosis really is and why diagnosis takes so long

• The physical, emotional, and day-to-day impact endo has on women

• Why hysterectomies don’t cure endometriosis and why so many women aren’t told this

• How endometriosis symptoms can continue or worsen after surgery

• The layered challenge of facing both endo symptoms and sudden menopause symptoms

• The reality of surgical menopause and what women are rarely prepared for

• Practical tools and management strategies that can help with pain, fatigue, and hormonal changes

• The emotional toll of long-term pain, dismissal, and navigating the healthcare system

• What women should be asking when discussing treatment options with their doctors

About My Guest

Today’s guest Evelyn Scott is an author and women’s health advocate. She brings raw honesty and lived experience to a topic that desperately needs more awareness. Her story represents so many women who were promised relief through surgery but instead found themselves battling ongoing pain, confusion, and an abrupt transition into menopause.

Through sharing her journey, she helps other women feel seen, validated, and empowered to advocate for the care and support they deserve.

Connect with Evelyn:

Instagram: @evelynscott1987

Site:

https://linktr.ee/evelyn_scott

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Disclaimer

This episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Endometriosis, hysterectomy decisions, and menopause management are complex and individual. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about diagnosis, treatment, or surgery.

If you are struggling with symptoms, persistent pain, or concerns around surgical menopause, please speak with your GP or a specialist in endometriosis care.

Ever feel like you’re trapped in a cycle you just can’t break? Exhausted but can’t sleep, stressed but can’t calm down, symptoms that won’t let up no matter what you try?

In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down what I call The Menopause Triangle - the three interconnected elements that keep so many women feeling stuck during perimenopause and menopause. We’re talking about sleep disruption, chronic stress, and the physical symptoms nobody warned you about (hint: it’s not just hot flashes).

But here’s the good news - once you understand how this triangle works, you can actually start to break free from it. I’m sharing the science behind why you’re experiencing what you’re experiencing, and more importantly, practical strategies that actually work to help you feel like yourself again.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your sleep has suddenly gone haywire (and it’s not just night sweats)

• How stress and cortisol are amplifying every single menopause symptom

• The physical symptoms of menopause that take women by surprise

• Why this creates a vicious cycle - and how to break it

• Practical, science-backed strategies to support your body through this transition

• When it’s time to seek additional medical support

If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling apart or your body has betrayed you, this episode is for you. You’re not broken, you’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone.

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Episode Overview

In this powerful and honest conversation, I’m joined by Gillian Brown, alcohol-free coach and founder of Our Circle, where she supports women in breaking free from habits, narratives, and coping mechanisms that no longer serve them.

Together, we explore the often-hidden link between alcohol and menopause, why drinking affects women so differently in midlife, and how even “social” drinking can intensify symptoms like anxiety, hot flushes, poor sleep, brain fog, and emotional overwhelm.

Gillian breaks down the myths we’ve been sold about alcohol being relaxing or harmless, dives into the cultural pressures around drinking, and shares her personal journey of becoming alcohol-free. This episode is packed with clarity, compassion, and the kind of real talk that helps women feel seen, informed, and supported.

If you’ve ever wondered whether alcohol might be playing a bigger role in how you feel during menopause, this conversation will be a game changer.

In This Episode We Discuss:

• ​ Why alcohol affects women differently — especially in perimenopause and menopause

• ​ How alcohol interacts with fluctuating hormones and the nervous system

• ​ The truth about alcohol’s impact on sleep, anxiety, mood, and hot flushes

• ​ The cultural pressures behind the “wine o’clock” and “wine mum” narratives

• ​ Why many midlife women use alcohol as a coping mechanism

• ​ Myths vs reality: red wine, relaxation, and false wellness claims

• ​ Gillian’s personal journey to becoming alcohol-free

• ​ Practical steps to reduce or remove alcohol from your life

• ​ The benefits women can expect when they stop drinking during menopause

About My Guest – Gillian Brown, Alcohol-Free Coach

Gillian is the founder of Our Circle, a supportive community and coaching space designed to help women rethink their relationship with alcohol. She guides women through the emotional, physical, and lifestyle changes that come with becoming alcohol-free — without judgement, shame, or pressure.

Her coaching combines lived experience, compassionate accountability, and a deep understanding of why so many women use alcohol to cope with midlife stress, identity shifts, and hormonal changes.

Connect with Gillian:

🌐 Website: our-circle.co.uk

📱 Instagram: @gillianbrowncoaching

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Disclaimer

This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

If you have concerns about your alcohol use, menopause symptoms, mental health, or physical wellbeing, please consult your GP or a licensed specialist.

Episode Overview

In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I’m joined by the incredible Kate Roberts, Neurocoach and founder of Bluebird Coaching. Together, we dive into the often-overlooked connection between ADHD and menopause, exploring why so many women begin to notice worsening symptoms or even receive an ADHD diagnosis for the first time during this stage of life.

We unpack how fluctuating hormones impact the brain, why ADHD shows up differently for women, and how executive function challenges can intensify during perimenopause and beyond. Kate helps us separate facts from myths, brings compassion to the messy middle of womanhood, and openly shares her personal experience managing ADHD while navigating menopause herself.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your brain fog, scattered thoughts, or emotional overwhelm are “just menopause” or something more, this episode brings clarity, reassurance, and actionable tools to support you.

In This Episode We Discuss:

• What ADHD really is and why women are so often under-diagnosed

• How ADHD symptoms can shift or intensify during menopause

• The impact of hormonal changes on brain function, focus, memory, and emotional regulation

• Common myths about ADHD that hold women back from seeking help

• Kate’s personal journey with ADHD and menopause, and what’s worked for her

• Practical strategies to manage symptoms and support executive function

• How to differentiate ADHD from menopause-related cognitive changes

• Why late diagnosis is so common, and what support looks like for midlife women

About My Guest – Kate Roberts, Neurocoach

Kate is the founder of Bluebird Coaching, where she supports women with ADHD to understand their brains, build confidence, and step into life with greater ease and self-compassion. Through her neurocoaching work, she helps clients identify patterns, develop practical tools, and move beyond the shame or overwhelm that often comes with undiagnosed ADHD.

Kate brings both professional expertise and lived experience, making her insight deeply relatable for midlife women navigating hormone changes and neurodivergence at the same time.

Connect with Kate

🌐 Website: bluebirdcoaching.co.uk

📱 Instagram: @bluebird_theneurocoach

Disclaimer

This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or manage any condition. Always speak with a qualified health professional before making decisions about your health, medication, or mental wellbeing.

If you have concerns about ADHD, menopause symptoms, or your cognitive health, please consult your GP or a licensed specialist.

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What if menopause isn’t something to just “get through” but an opportunity to optimise your health for the next 30% of your life? In this episode, we sit down with medical herbalist Klayr Hunter, who’s spent 16 years in practice and served as herbal consultant for the Outlander series - to revolutionise how we think about this transition.

Klayr breaks down the “office analogy” that helps explain why perimenopause affects everything from your mood to your memory, shares why the HRT vs. herbs debate is a false binary, and reveals the surprising truth about what low libido is really telling you about your overall vitality.

Whether you’re in perimenopause, post-menopausal, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers practical wisdom, accessible herbal remedies, and a refreshingly holistic approach to navigating this life phase with confidence.

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Klayr Hunter is a medical herbalist with 16 years of clinical practice and 24 years of experience in the alternative health industry. She served as herbal consultant for Outlander series 1 & 2 and currently works as herbal consultant for the Prince’s Foundation Health & Wellbeing Centre at Dumfries House. Klayr spent 3 years at a private GP’s practice and now offers specialised consultations for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

Connect with Klayr:

• ​ Instagram: @klayrhunter
• ​ Facebook: Herbal Medicine Glasgow
• ​ Email: klayr@herbalmedicineglasgow.co.uk
• ​ Website: www.herbalmedicineglasgow.co.uk

DISCLAIMER:

The information discussed in this podcast regarding herbs and health is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplements or making significant changes to your health routine.

Today’s podcast episode is special as I was joined by returning guest Sharon Gusman from S1 Ep22. You can read all about Sharon below and find her contact info.

You can follow my work and reach me over on the following platforms:

Email: menopausecoaching@outlook.com

Instagram:@menopause.coaching Facebook Page:

@nikkimenopausecoach Tiktok:@menopausecoaching

Site:https://pensight.com/x/menopausecoaching

Sharon Gusman

Empowering Women in Midlife

Sharon is a menopause peer support mentor, energy healer, and former NHS Health Improvement Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the wellness sector. Passionate about empowering midlife women, Sharon helps them reconnect with their bodies, embrace menopause as a time of renewal, and unlock their inner magic.

Drawing from her expertise in mindfulness, angelic reiki, theta healing, and hormone wellness, Sharon offers unique services, including drumming healing sessions, workshops on ancient goddess archetypes, and cold water therapy. She’s also creating a self-paced course, Pleasure Within, to help women rediscover joy and vitality during midlife.

Currently, Sharon is writing her first book, The Mystical Magical Menopause, which combines holistic practices, personal stories, and ancient wisdom to inspire women to live cyclically, create intentionally, and show up authentically.

When she’s not mentoring or creating, Sharon can be found embracing her own cyclical rhythm and guiding women to step into their power unapologetically.

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