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#20 You’re Not “Geriatric”… You’re Just Being Treated Like a Number
We’re all different—so why are we treated the same when it comes to our health?
In this episode, Nicky and Ali dive into their experiences navigating pregnancy in their late 30s and early 40s, and what it really feels like to be labeled “geriatric” in a healthcare system built on generalizations.
From unexpected conversations during routine appointments to the increase in testing and assumptions based solely on age, this episode highlights the gap between standardized care and individualized health.
They discuss:
The reality of being labeled “geriatric” during pregnancy
How healthcare often defaults to protocols instead of personalization
The importance of asking questions and advocating for yourself
Why your lifestyle and health history should matter more than a category
The growing need for more holistic, root-cause approaches
This episode is for anyone who has ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or boxed into a one-size-fits-all approach to their health.
Because your body—and your journey—deserve more than a standard answer.
About the show:
Within is a podcast hosted by Nicky Wallace and Ali Payne, of The People Co. It explores what happens when organizations stop chasing surface-level solutions and start doing the real work from within. Each episode unpacks stories of leadership, burnout, growth, culture, and the messiness of being human at work. Whether you’re in HR, leading a team, or just rethinking how work fits into your life, Within offers a candid and refreshing look at how people-first business gets built.
Potential Within website: thepeopleco-com/potentialwithin
Connect with hosts & guests:
Nicky - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/nwallace515/
Nicky - Instagram: @Freedomtoleadwell
Ali - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/alipayne/
For more information on The People Co., check out our Webiste: thepeople-co.com
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By The People CoWe’re all different—so why are we treated the same when it comes to our health?
In this episode, Nicky and Ali dive into their experiences navigating pregnancy in their late 30s and early 40s, and what it really feels like to be labeled “geriatric” in a healthcare system built on generalizations.
From unexpected conversations during routine appointments to the increase in testing and assumptions based solely on age, this episode highlights the gap between standardized care and individualized health.
They discuss:
The reality of being labeled “geriatric” during pregnancy
How healthcare often defaults to protocols instead of personalization
The importance of asking questions and advocating for yourself
Why your lifestyle and health history should matter more than a category
The growing need for more holistic, root-cause approaches
This episode is for anyone who has ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or boxed into a one-size-fits-all approach to their health.
Because your body—and your journey—deserve more than a standard answer.
About the show:
Within is a podcast hosted by Nicky Wallace and Ali Payne, of The People Co. It explores what happens when organizations stop chasing surface-level solutions and start doing the real work from within. Each episode unpacks stories of leadership, burnout, growth, culture, and the messiness of being human at work. Whether you’re in HR, leading a team, or just rethinking how work fits into your life, Within offers a candid and refreshing look at how people-first business gets built.
Potential Within website: thepeopleco-com/potentialwithin
Connect with hosts & guests:
Nicky - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/nwallace515/
Nicky - Instagram: @Freedomtoleadwell
Ali - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/alipayne/
For more information on The People Co., check out our Webiste: thepeople-co.com