Women of the Well | Holistic Women’s Health and Wellness
Women of the Well is a podcast designed to help you heal, learn, and feel empowered to take back control of your body and your healthcare.
Hosted by gynaecologist, author and fertility specialist Dr Peta Wright, alongside holistic counsellor Sam Lindsay-German, and gynaecologist Dr Thea Bowler – this podcast is for women who want to rediscover the magic, beauty, and power in their bodies to live a healthy and authentic life.
Each week, we explore women’s health topics from a holistic perspective, providing tools and knowledge to make informed choices. We also guide you to access your deeper sense of intuition.
Join Peta, Sam and Thea as they talk with women's health experts, including physiotherapists, psychologists, healers, and innovators. Together, they reveal the tools and information that support and optimise the health and wellbeing of women of all ages.
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Topics covered include:
- Fertility,
- Pelvic pain,
- Menopause and perimenopause,
- Endometriosis,
- PCOS,
- Hormonal and gut health,
- Food as medicine,
- Mental health,
- Spirituality,
- Self-development,
- Somatic therapy,
- Nervous system health,
- Sexuality
This podcast has been recorded and produced by the team at Vera Wellness – verawellness.com.au.
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Women of the Well | Holistic Women’s Health and Wellness
Menopause and hormone therapy – Myths, facts and choices
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In this episode, we’re exploring a topic that sparks a lot of curiosity and confusion – Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), formerly known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s the right option for you, this conversation will help you cut through the noise.
Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German dive into the history and evolution of hormone treatments, from early synthetic versions to today’s more advanced bioidentical options.
They explain what these terms really mean, how the treatments work, and the potential benefits and risks associated with them.
Along with breaking down the science, they also provide thoughtful advice on navigating the overwhelming amount of information out there, so you can feel empowered to make choices that align with your body and lifestyle.
🎧 Tune in now to hear:
🌿 The fascinating history of menopause treatments and how we’ve progressed to the more personalised hormone therapy options available today.
🌿 The difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones and why bioidentical hormones are now considered a safer and more effective option for many women.
🌿 Why hormone therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and how you can work with your doctor to find a treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.
🌿 A fresh perspective on menopause and practical advice on how to manage symptoms and embrace this new chapter.
Whether you’re curious about hormone therapy, already on MHT, or exploring natural ways to support your health during menopause – this episode offers thoughtful, evidence-based insights from experienced gynaecologists who are passionate about helping women make confident choices.
And we would love to hear from you.
If you have any questions about MHT or menopause that you’d like us to answer on a future episode of the podcast, please email them to hello@verawellness.com.au or reach out on Instagram @verawellness.com.au.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Episode 7 of Women of the Well – Demystifying perimenopause and menopause.
- Feminine Forever by Robert Wilson – A highly controversial book that played a big role in popularising early hormone treatments for menopause.
- The XX Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi – A great resource on the neuroendocrine changes that occur during menopause.
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DISCLAIMER:
This podcast is for information and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
