Her Discussions with Dr Faye Bate

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Chloe Stevens, a leading women's health physiotherapist and PhD researcher.

In the full episode, we discuss:

🍽️ how 300 extra calories/day can help women regain regular periods

🩺 why women’s health physio isn’t just for pregnancy & menopause

💸 the wellness products a women’s health physio would NEVER buy

🚽 why always needing the loo could be a warning sign

😣 how pelvic physio can help women with endometriosis pain

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YiJvqQ96hxs84MQw10yXy?si=btTcTkpnRi2_5TMtOgrRCg

YouTube: https://youtu.be/CendpzEqm0I

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Did you know that confidence is a skill you can learn?

So many women wait until they feel confident enough to speak up, ask for a bigger salary, or take the next step in our careers. But what if we've been approaching confidence the wrong way?

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Claire Kaye, a former NHS GP turned confidence coach, to explore how we can recognise our strengths and start making career decisions that feel right for us.

We also talk about:

📉 What to do when you hit a career slump in your late 20s
🤝 How to handle colleagues who undermine you at work
📝 The 5 person exercise to discover strengths you didn't know you had
🪞 How to stop shrinking yourself and second guessing everything you say at work
💭 Why you don't need to be the loudest person in the room to be confident
💰 How to ask for the salary you actually deserve
😬 Why you shouldn't feel guilty about leaving your job

Resources & links mentioned:

-Dr Claire’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drclairekayecoaching/
-The Rise approach: https://www.drclairekaye.com/rise-coaching
-The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey: https://www.amazon.co.uk/7-Habits-Highly-Effective-People/dp/1416502491

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Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Abigail Foster, former chartered accountant and founder of Elent, who's on a mission to make financial education accessible for everyone.

In the full episode, we discuss:

💷 the 3-6 month emergency fund rule

📈 how to start investing as a beginner

🛍️ 3 steps to break a shopping addiction

🏦 when you actually need a financial advisor

📱 why budgeting apps can hide your spending habits

👵 why women can end up with much smaller pensions than men

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ICbqJFUqZJ2aXOTLKuH6N?si=J4jJqpudR_irJVbNxJFWiA

YouTube: https://youtu.be/L4IgN8bo1GI

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How are we supposed to make informed decisions about our fertility when there's so much conflicting information?

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Pavan Minhas, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding fertility, from the biological clock and fertility testing, to male infertility and the advice we're seeing all over social media.

Together, we explore what the science actually tells us and how we can make more informed decisions about our reproductive health, without unnecessary fear.

We also talk about:

🧬 Why men contribute to up to 50% of infertility cases
💊 Does being on the pill for 10 years affect your fertility?
⏰ What actually happens to your fertility after 35
🥚 Why AMH testing can’t tell you how likely you are to get pregnant
📱 Which viral fertility hacks actually have scientific evidence?

Resources & links mentioned:
-Dr Pavan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorpavan/?hl=en
-Faye’s fertility clinic video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt0xEoT3QPc&t=997s
-Study on fertility awareness among university students: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21281094/

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NOTE: The average age of women freezing their eggs in the UK is about 35 (HFEA, 2023). It is important to discuss what’s included in the cost with your provider, if you are looking at freezing your eggs.

AMH - The figures mentioned are a hypothetical example. AMH falls with age, but the rate varies between individuals and can’t be predicted from one test. Speak to a doctor about your results.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Helen Wall, a GP and BBC Breakfast health expert who has spent 25 years refusing to let women’s health be dismissed.

In the full episode, we discuss:

‼ 4 ways ADHD can show up in women

🧠 Why high-achieving women are still missed for ADHD

🔗 The link between ADHD and PMDD

👀 Why women can have ADHD without looking ‘hyperactive’

⏳ 3 things to do while waiting for an ADHD diagnosis

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/72tTwe4I5AEYJc5ngs5kPN?si=gwgNcCR_TZ-vi67tPDYfwg

YouTube: https://youtu.be/SVe4n5IU8cA

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What if the reason you’re struggling isn’t you, but the systems around you?

This week, I sat down with Jenny Okolo, a mental health occupational therapist and TEDx speaker, who has worked across forensic mental health and the prison system, to talk about ADHD, autism and what happens when neurodivergent people are expected to fit into environments that weren’t designed with them in mind.

We also talk about:

⚡ The 70% rule that can make life with ADHD easier
🏫 How schools, healthcare & prisons can fail neurodivergent people
💼 What your workplace can actually do to support ADHD
📱 When self diagnosis helps VS when it can become harmful
👀 Why someone’s worst behaviour doesn’t tell you their whole story

Resources & links mentioned:

-Jenny’s TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMg_s4mGjVY

-Jenny’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenokolo/?hl=en

-Faye’s ADHD book recommendation: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0971460973?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1

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Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Amy Watson, founder of HASSL, a social enterprise working to tackle harassment and violence against women and girls.

In the full episode, we discuss:

📱 #1 reason why safety apps aren't the solution

🤝 what men can actually do to help women feel safer

🚨 why women's safety isn't a women's issue

🚩 the biggest myth about women's safety

💬 how to talk about misogyny without making men defensive

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iSxMCol0sGCzwXOcGn7BX?si=9B8OOkMOQJCzit60n638gw

YouTube: https://youtu.be/PqR2mM8dXEA

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What aren’t women being told about pregnancy and birth?

From birth plans and epidurals to C-sections and postpartum mental health, there are so many decisions women may have to make, often without really knowing what their options are until they’re already in the middle of it.

Today I’m talking about exactly that with Dr Kenga Sivarajah, a consultant obstetrician specialising in high-risk pregnancy and perinatal mental health, who has led labour ward care at King’s College Hospital since 2018.

You’ll also learn:
💉 Why you don’t get a medal for giving birth without an epidural
🧠 7 postpartum mental health warning signs you shouldn’t ignore
🌸 Does perineal massage actually reduce your risk of tearing?
📝 3 questions to ask yourself before making a birth plan
🤰 Does pregnancy really have to ‘destroy’ your body?
Set your reminder for MONDAY, 7AM 🔔

Resources & links mentioned:

• Dr Kenga’s website: https://mskengasivarajah.co.uk/
• Episode mentioned at 58:53: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7ArQVZIC_A&t=2s

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Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Lily Silverton, founder of The Priorities Method.

In the full episode, we discuss:

🧠 the 2 question mindset to shift your priorities

💼 how to separate work from your identity

⏰ the truth about 5am mornings

💭 how to analyse where your time goes

✨ why chasing perfection can backfire

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6aqkTbdRWLfFer515zRGwS?si=TZuEbTy4SJ6uHWYTVoxjGQ

YouTube: https://youtu.be/-9AynHB4Vu4

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Are you training and eating as a woman, or a man?

In today’s episode with Dr Hazel Wallace, we breaking down what women actually need to know about fuelling for exercise, periods, PMOS, endometriosis, iron deficiency and hormone health without falling for every wellness trend online.

Dr Hazel Wallace is a former NHS doctor, registered associate nutritionist, author, and the founder of The Food Medic, a platform she launched over 14 years ago to make evidence-based health and nutrition information accessible, practical, and easy to implement. Through her work, Hazel aims to challenge outdated narratives around women’s health and empower women with the knowledge and tools to better understand and support their bodies.

We also talk about:

🩸 The #1 red flag you might be under-fuelling
🧘‍♀️ Why cycle syncing your workouts isn’t as evidence-based as it sounds
⚡ What to eat 30–60 minutes before a workout
🥗 The diet linked with less endometriosis pain
🏃‍♀️ Why HIIT isn’t the problem for women’s hormones
🫘 The iron trick to know if you don’t eat meat

ad this episode is sponsored by @larocheposay & focusing on La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ for damaged skin barrier & Dr Faye’s go-to dry skin favourite.

As a dermatologist-recommended option for skin barrier repair, this ultra-soothing, rich cream is enriched with Vitamin B5 (panthenol) and helps to speed up the natural repair process for dry, irritated skin and scarring - making it a go-to solution when you are searching for the best barrier repair cream for sensitive skin.

Useful links for skin barrier repair:

Best La Roche-Posay skin barrier repair cream → Cicaplast Baume B5+ https://www.laroche-posay.co.uk/en_GB/cicaplast-baume-b5-repairing-balm/LRP_035.h
Complete guide to the Cicaplast range → Repair your skin’s moisture barrier with Cicaplast

https://www.laroche-posay.co.uk/en_GB/repair-your-skin-s-moisture-barrier-with-cicaplast.html
What is panthenol? → What is panthenol? Benefits & uses for skin https://www.laroche-posay.co.uk/en_GB/panthenol.html

Resources & links mentioned:

• Dr Hazel’s book ‘Not Just a Period’:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Not-Just-Period-Reclaim-Hormones/dp/1035049597
• Dr Hazel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhazelwallace/?hl=en
• 36:20 clarification: A 2022 review found that reproductive health accounted for 44% of topics in women’s health journals overall (PMID: 35333604)
• Inositol reference: Duan M, Yang M, Li C, Wu X, Yin X, Zhu H. Effects of inositol in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: an umbrella review of meta-analyses from randomized controlled trials. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2026 Feb 11;17:1741509. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2026.1741509. PMID: 41757236; PMCID: PMC12932251.

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