Mad With The Menopause

Talking all things peri/meno/post menopause and all things in between.

Mad With The Menopause is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #50

  #050 – The 5 Pillars of Health

  Jul 31, 20266 min

  In this milestone episode, Anél breaks down the 5 Pillars of Health, showing why prioritising your wellbeing matters now, more than ever as you enter perimenopause and menopause. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction to Menopause and the 5 Pillars of Health 02:19 - Strength Training and Bone Health 03:06 - Prioritising Sleep for Cellular Repair 04:00 - Managing Stress and Nervous System Health 04:54 - The Power of Connection and Self-Compassion 05:10 - Final Thoughts: Thriving in Menopause USEFUL RESOURCES: Instagram: @anelquilliam ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’. CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

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  Episode #49

  #049 – A Male Perspective, with Simon Salt

  Jul 17, 202632 min

  In today’s episode, I am speaking with Simon Salt, a writer, speaker, and Certified Menopause Coach whose work explores how menopause shapes relationships, communication, and workplace wellbeing. Through ‘The Quiet Transition’, Simon helps couples and organisations navigate one of life’s most overlooked transitions. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction and guest introduction 01:12 - How Simon's wife entered perimenopause 02:22 - The emotional toll and relationship changes 03:49 - Diagnosis and understanding symptoms 04:44 - The importance of emotional intimacy 06:10 - Men's lack of information and support 07:16 - The shift from fixing to partnering 08:12 - Navigating identity and aging 09:20 - The importance of lived experience 10:48 - Research and understanding the biological aspects 12:08 - Creating a new relationship dynamic 13:35 - Providing tailored information for men 14:32 - Sit, listen, believe framework 15:28 - Learning from lived experiences 16:54 - Adapting to unpredictable symptoms 18:07 - Reframing aging as transition, not end 19:44 - Supporting through flexibility and patience 21:14 - The societal view of aging and menopause 22:33 - Practical support and shared responsibilities 24:18 - Stepping back and allowing mistakes 26:51 - Recognizing emotional triggers and timing 28:21 - Reading the room and emotional cues 30:54 - The role of continuous information gathering 31:47 - The 'Quiet Transition' content platform 32:19 - Upcoming book and future plans USEFUL RESOURCES: Substack: https://substack.com/@thequiettransition LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonsalt/ Website: https://www.thequiettransition.com/ Podcast: https://www.thequiettransition.com/podcast ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’. CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

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  Episode #48

  #048 – Finding your Flow, with Wellbeing Expert, Libby Stevenson

  Jul 3, 202630 min

  In today’s episode, I am speaking with Libby Stevenson, a wellbeing practitioner and a certified pregnancy, postnatal and menopause yoga teacher. Libby’s lived experience of navigating each stage without support and knowledge motivated her to empower women physically, mentally and emotionally with yoga, science-based information, therapeutic wellbeing and women’s circle discussions so that they are better equipped to face the challenges at each stage in a positive and healthier way. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:11 - Journey into Women's Wellness 03:45 - The Impact of Yoga on Life Changes 07:58 - Navigating Empty Nest Syndrome 08:28 - Finding Purpose in Yoga Teaching 09:54 - Transitioning to Online Yoga Classes 11:06 - The Holistic Approach to Women's Health 11:32 - Benefits of Yoga During Menopause 16:09 - Embracing Change: The Menopausal Journey 19:21 - Meditation and Mindfulness in Yoga 22:19 - Getting Started with Yoga 24:54 - Exploring Different Yoga Styles 28:00 - Connecting with the Right Yoga Community USEFUL RESOURCES: Website: https://libbystevensonwellbeing.com/ Instagram: @libbystevenson.wellbeing ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’. CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

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  Episode #47

  #047 – Mindfulness for Menopause with Nervous Systems Specialist, Sharon Pendlington

  Jun 19, 202622 min

  Sharon Pendlington is a Menopause and Nervous System Specialist with a decade of clinical experience helping women to navigate the menopause transition, with less stress and more confidence. Sharon specialises in supporting people in midlife to sleep through the night again, stabilise their mood, and restore their sharp mental clarity. She's the founder of the 90-Day Perimenopause Nervous System Reset group program, and she works with organisations to create menopause-inclusive workplaces. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction to Menopause Conversations 02:28 - Sharon's Personal Journey with Menopause 05:20 - The Role of Mindfulness in Managing Symptoms 08:12 - The Importance of Community and Shared Experiences 10:40 - Developing a Mindfulness Program for Women 13:28 - Practical Tips for Starting Mindfulness 15:53 - Connecting with Sharon and Resources for Women 18:30 - Final Thoughts on Self-Care and Menopause USEFUL RESOURCES: Want to know your Perimenopause Archetype and start feeling better today? Take the 3-minute Perimenopause Archetype Quiz Website: https://www.sharonpendlington.com/ Instagram: @sharonpendlington ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’. CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

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  Episode #46

  #046 – When your body said ‘no’, with Hayley, founder of ‘The Promise Method’.

  Jun 5, 202631 min

  Hayley is the founder of The Promise Method, a 66-day daily self-trust practice for capable midlife women whose body no longer tolerates the pace they’ve lived at for years. After her body finally stopped tolerating a lifetime of pushing through, Hayley began keeping one tiny daily promise to herself – a practice she has kept for more than 875 days now. What started as survival, slowly became a method for rebuilding safety, self-trust and connection inside the body. Through honest conversations about midlife, nervous system overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and hidden cost of always being the capable one, Haley helps women recognise that they are not broken, their body is simply no longer willing to keep overriding itself to survive. Her work is grounded in lived experience rather than performance, helping women move from survival mode toward safety, through tiny repeatable daily actions their body does not resist. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction and Setting the Stage 00:12 - The Birth of The Promise Method 02:30 - Navigating Health Anxiety and Self-Discovery 05:30 - Understanding the Method: Building Habits 07:39 - The Journey of Self-Trust and Movement 11:29 - Permission to Prioritize Self-Care 13:22 - Family Dynamics and Personal Growth 15:09 - Navigating Emotional Conversations 16:22 - Understanding Beliefs and Emotions 17:15 - The Importance of Sharing Experiences 18:03 - Overcoming Information Overload 18:51 - Listening to Your Body 20:17 - Finding Movement That Resonates 23:19 - Recognizing the Need for Self-Care 24:42 - The Impact of Women's Health Awareness 25:48 - Embracing New Opportunities 28:13 - The Power of Kindness and Community 31:01 - Authenticity in Sharing Your Journey 32:59 - Trusting Your Intuition USEFUL RESOURCES: Website: www.thepromisemethod.co.uk Instagram: @thepromisemethod ABOUT THE HOST: Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector. This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast. Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’. CONTACT ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/ E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

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