After four years, hundreds of conversations and countless stories, it's time to share what the next chapter of this podcast is going to look like...

In this special solo episode, I reveal the new name and look of the podcast and, more importantly, the reason behind it.

Your feedback made it very clear that the conversations, the experts, the survivor stories and the honesty are exactly what make this community so special. You asked me NOT to make any changes!

But, after reading an amazing book and a visit to the British Museum that followed, I knew I wanted to make a change regardless.

I have goosebumps writing this: I was standing in front of one of the oldest surviving stories ever written!! I mean - how cool is that! And so of course, I found myself reflecting on the power of stories to help us make sense of uncertainty. It reminded me that none of us simply "gets through" menopause after cancer.

We navigate it.

Together.

That's why this podcast has a new name, one that reflects the journey so many of us are on every single day. And of course it also reflects my book title ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’.

Thank you for being part of this next chapter.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why I decided to rename the podcast after four years.
• What I learnt at the British Museum!! And I love it!
• Why stories have helped humans navigate uncertainty for thousands of years.
• Why "Navigating Menopause After Cancer" better reflects the journey so many of us experience.
• The inspiration behind the new artwork and how it connects with my book.
• What isn't changing (don't worry... the experts, survivor stories and honest conversations are all staying!).
• How your feedback shaped every decision.

Links to today’s episode:

Substack: If you'd like to stay connected beyond the podcast, you can also find me writing personal reflections over on Still Becoming, where I share the behind-the-scenes of building Menopause and Cancer, life after cancer, motherhood, identity, and everything I'm still learning.

Subscribe to my Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington

Book: As a thank you for being such an incredible community, I'm also celebrating the first anniversary of my book, Navigating Menopause After Cancer. For a limited time, I've reduced the Amazon price so that more people can access it, or perhaps gift a copy to someone they love.

You can buy the book here: https://amzn.eu/d/0dqOczqf

Thank you for listening, for sharing this journey with me, and for helping shape what comes next.

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: And walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

After four years of hosting this podcast, I kept thinking about the show's future. I wondered if I should make changes to the format, the episodes, my guests, and I worried if the podcast was still what you guys needed and wanted.

Initially, I did a lot of overthinking - but then I knew I just needed to ask YOU.

So over the past few weeks, I invited you to share your thoughts about the podcast: what you love, what you'd like more of, and whether you thought anything should change.

Your responses made me laugh, made me cry, and reminded me why I pressed record on that very first episode four years ago.

In this special solo episode, I'm sharing what you told me, the feedback that surprised me the most, and why your words have shaped the next chapter of this podcast.

This isn't about reinventing something that isn't broken. It's about listening, reflecting, and making sure the next person navigating menopause after cancer can find the support they need.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why I decided to ask for your honest feedback after four years.
• The survey responses that genuinely surprised me.
• The conversations you want us to have more of.
• Why expert interviews and survivor stories aren't going anywhere.
• The importance of asking the questions that others often avoid.
• What your feedback taught me about this community.
• A hint about an exciting announcement coming next week…

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

05:42 Considering podcast changes

12:21 Listener feedback and appreciation

15:57 Planning podcast future direction

19:47 Book price reduction announcement

21:22 Upcoming podcast announcement

Links for today’s episode:

Substack: If you'd like to stay connected beyond the podcast, you can also find me writing personal reflections over on Still Becoming, where I share the behind-the-scenes of building Menopause and Cancer, life after cancer, motherhood, identity, and everything I'm still learning.

Subscribe to my Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington

Book: As a thank you for being such an incredible community, I'm also celebrating the first anniversary of my book, Navigating Menopause After Cancer. For a limited time, I've reduced the Amazon price so that more people can access it, or perhaps gift a copy to someone they love.

You can buy the book here: https://amzn.eu/d/0dqOczqf

Thank you for listening, for sharing this journey with me, and for helping shape what comes next.

The next chapter begins… next Wednesday.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

This week's episode is a little different.

A few weeks ago, a group of us took on a 53km challenge across the Peak District to raise money for Menopause and Cancer. Somewhere between the hills, the aching feet, the snack stops and plenty of laughter, I had this feeling that I wanted to ‘bottle up’ some of the conversations and the energy we had - to bring it to you.

So, instead of an expert interview, I thought I'd invite you to come along for the post-walk chat with us.

You'll hear honest conversations, a few giggles, reflections on why community matters so much after cancer...and yes, the story of why I ended up feeling rather guilty about keeping hold of one of the prizes that had been donated for our walkers. Let's just say...it involved a rather unexpected gift from our lovely Dr Angela Wright!

This episode is a reminder that healing doesn't only happen in clinic rooms. Sometimes it happens when you're walking alongside people who simply understand.

Whether you've been listening for four weeks or four years, thank you for being part of this community.

And if today's episode leaves you wishing you were there with us, why not join our London Bridges Challenge on 12 September? We'd absolutely love to welcome you. Or perhaps you'll even be tempted by the whispers of an even bigger challenge next year…? You can also take on a challenge anywhere in the world too!

Who's in? 😉

And one more thing...

This is the final episode before a special two-part series where I'll be sharing the next chapter of the podcast. Don't worry: the conversations you know and love aren't going anywhere, but I can't wait to share what's been quietly unfolding behind the scenes.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

06:37 Reflecting on the race challenge

07:34 Struggling during the race

14:29 Walking challenge with friends

18:52 Completing a charity walkathon

22:30 Discussing resilience and support

27:35 Discussing the “Lemon”

32:22 Building a supportive community

34:10 Community and charity challenges

43:50 Fundraising and community involvement

Links & Resources

Navigating Menopause After Cancer: my bestselling book bringing together expert advice, lived experience and practical guidance to help you navigate menopause after cancer. https://amzn.eu/d/0fuL8JSs

Join the Thames Bridges Trek with the Menopause and Cancer Community – 12th September in London https://menopauseandcancer.org/thames-bridges-trek/

Take on any other fundraising challenge anywhere in the world https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/fundraisingideas

If you’re keen to explore another long-distance hike next year, please email [email protected]

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: And walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Within just a year of being diagnosed with breast cancer, lawyer mum and so-called ‘midlife-hipster’ George made the deeply personal decision to restart HRT.

This episode isn't about advocating for or against HRT after breast cancer, and it certainly isn't about telling anyone what they should or shouldn't do. Instead, it's about understanding one woman's journey and exploring the thoughts, emotions and experiences that shaped her decision.

This conversation also goes far beyond HRT. George speaks beautifully about something I know many women will recognise: feeling invisible in midlife. Long before she made the decision to restart HRT, she had already begun finding ways to reconnect with herself. We talk about "Sparkly Fridays", bright lipstick, embracing colour, finding moments of joy and slowly rediscovering her confidence. It's a wonderful reminder that getting your mojo back isn't always about one big decision; sometimes it's the many little things that help you feel like yourself again.

When I first spoke to George, she was right in the messy middle. She had restarted HRT but, for the first time, found herself feeling anxious about that decision. I know so many people in our community are asking similar questions, often without straightforward answers.

My hope is that today's conversation helps us take some of the emotion out of these discussions and instead become a little more curious about one another. We don't all have to make the same decisions, but we can learn so much by listening without judgement.

In this episode, we discuss:

• George's decision to restart HRT after breast cancer
• Living with uncertainty and navigating deeply personal decisions
• Anxiety, confidence and trusting yourself
• Feeling invisible in midlife
• "Sparkly Fridays" and finding joy in the everyday
• Why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to menopause after cancer
• The importance of listening to one another's stories without judgement

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

04:53 Building an online community

10:58 Early breast cancer diagnosis story

14:10 Discussing HRT decision after cancer

19:19 Anxiety about cancer recurrence

20:34 Discussing menopause and shared decisions

26:10 Discussing hormones and health choices

29:38 Reflecting on past struggles

34:41 Considering future HRT plans

37:40 Heart and bone health after cancer

42:14 Coping with difficult decisions

Next week, you'll hear from another breast cancer survivor whose story is completely different. HRT isn't something she would personally consider, and that's exactly why I wanted to share these conversations side by side. Every experience is unique, and by hearing a range of perspectives, my hope is that we can all feel a little more informed, a little more understood, and a little less alone.

Enjoy!

Follow George here: https://www.instagram.com/awomancalledgeorge/

Dani’s links:

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?r=1osz6a&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join the 12th September Thames Bridges Trek: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Set up your own fundraiser: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/fundraisingideas

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Heart disease is one of the biggest long-term health concerns facing cancer survivors after menopause. But before you panic, there is a lot more within your control than you might think. Just recently, I’ve seen several social media posts talking about how our risk of heart disease increases during menopause, especially if you’re not taking HRT.

I totally understand how, for many cancer survivors, that can feel so frightening.

After all, what do you do if HRT isn’t an option, or if the decision is far more complicated because of your cancer history? Or because you’re super young, maybe?

That’s exactly why I wanted to bring in Dr Jordan Emont. Dr Emont is a board-certified OB-GYN with advanced training in menopause medicine, integrative hormonal care and sexual health.

In this episode, we talk about what menopause really means for our heart and metabolic health, why cholesterol and insulin resistance matter, and most importantly, the practical steps we can take to reduce risk and feel more in control of our future health.

This is a reassuring, empowering conversation that moves beyond fear and focuses on what we can actually do.

Whether you’re on endocrine therapy, navigating treatment-induced menopause, or simply wondering how to protect your long-term health after cancer, I think you’ll find this episode incredibly helpful.

Resources: Find Dr Emont here https://www.drjordanemont.com/

I have also recorded an in-depth episode on ‘How to take control of your cholesterol’. Go check it out! It’s Episode 125: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-125-take-control-of-your-cholesterol/id1631842514?i=1000669090421

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

07:50 Empowering women in healthcare decisions

10:20 Managing menopause and surgery decisions

15:36 Managing health post-ovary removal

19:22 Managing Risk and Health Choices

22:06 Lifestyle and heart health tips

24:58 Menopause specialists and holistic care

29:49 Understanding insulin resistance tests

34:20 Exploring cholesterol medication options

Dani’s links:

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?r=1osz6a&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join the 12th September Thames Bridges Trek: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Set up your own fundraiser: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/fundraisingideas

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Whether it's joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, hot flushes or anxiety, it can feel frustrating when symptoms linger long after treatment ends. For many people, supplements seem like a logical place to look for menopause support, but with endless products, conflicting advice and cupboards full of half-used bottles, how do you know what's actually worth taking?

In this episode, I am once again joined by leading oncologist, researcher and integrative medicine specialist Professor Robert Thomas to explore the role supplements may play in supporting health and wellbeing after cancer.

Make sure to have pen and paper ready, as I think you’ll need it!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why so many cancer survivors turn to supplements
• How to identify what symptoms you're actually trying to support
• Which supplements have anti-cancer properties?
• Which supplements help with joint pain?
• Supplements that may help with sleep
• The role of vitamin D, probiotics and omega-3
• What should I NOT have too much of?
• The debate around multivitamins after cancer
• Common supplement mistakes that waste money
• Creatine: what we know and what we still don't know for cancer survivors

One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is that there is rarely one magic supplement. Instead, the best results often come from understanding your symptoms, focusing on overall health and making informed decisions based on evidence rather than marketing.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

05:06 Discussing supplements with oncologists

08:34 Discussing supplement safety and benefits

11:13 Improving gut health in menopause

16:03 Concerns about multivitamins and antioxidants

17:52 Discussing supplements and deficiencies

20:57 Understanding Mineral Intake from Food

25:44 Discussing creatine vs collagen benefits

Resources

• Keep Healthy: keep-healthy.com and https://keep-healthy.com/polyphenols/
• Rob’s bestselling book "How to Live"

About Dr Robert Thomas

Dr Robert Thomas is a Consultant Oncologist, Professor of Nutritional and Sports Science, researcher, author and Head of Integrative Oncology at UCLH. His work focuses on helping people combine conventional cancer treatments with evidence-based lifestyle strategies to improve outcomes and quality of life.

He also leads a research unit that has designed landmark scientific studies which provide the evidence that guide nutritionists, support groups, doctors and patients across the World.

As well as mainstream oncology studies, the team focuses on randomised trials that evaluate the impact of exercise, diet, gut health and natural therapies on cancer, long covid and exercise performance, menopause and cancer.

This included 5 RCT's addressing hormone related symptons after breast cancer including patient choice as a primary end point.

His latest two double blind RCTs, discovered that boosting dietary phytochemicals (with Yourphyto) and gut health (with Yourgutplus) slowed prostate cancer progression, improved erectile function and urinary symptoms and improved three key biomarkers of longevity.

Dani’s links:

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?r=1osz6a&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join the 12th September Thames Bridges Trek: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Set up your own fundraiser: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/fundraisingideas

Mentioned in this episode:

Fundraiser Walk: And walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Can turmeric really help with joint pain, inflammation and gut health after cancer? And why are so many people being told to avoid it?

In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with leading oncologist, researcher and integrative medicine expert Professor Robert Thomas to unpack the science behind turmeric, gut health and cancer recovery.

Prof Thomas shares why he believes many patients are receiving outdated advice about turmeric, explains where concerns about tamoxifen interactions originated, and explores what the latest research actually tells us. Together, we discuss the role of gut health in long-term wellbeing, why exercise remains one of the most powerful tools available after cancer, and how lifestyle medicine can work alongside conventional cancer treatments.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The surprising evidence behind turmeric and cancer
• Why turmeric became controversial in breast cancer care
• The difference between turmeric, curcumin and supplements
• Gut health, inflammation and the microbiome
• Managing joint pain and menopausal symptoms after cancer
• Exercise as a tool to improve cancer outcomes
• How integrative oncology combines medical treatment with lifestyle strategies
• Common myths surrounding supplements and cancer

Resources

• Keep Healthy: keep-healthy.com and https://keep-healthy.com/polyphenols/
• Rob’s bestselling book "How to Live"

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

09:33 Discussing hormone therapy options

12:30 Discussing health and patient advocacy

15:00 Discussing menopause treatments

20:06 Turmeric's rise in health circles

22:24 Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits

24:21 Curcumin study and dosage discussion

28:01 Addressing turmeric's cancer misconceptions

32:28 Simplifying Supplement Choices

About Prof Robert Thomas:

Thomas is a Consultant Oncologist, Professor of Nutritional and Sports Science, author, researcher and Head of Integrative Oncology at UCLH. He has published extensively on lifestyle medicine, cancer prevention and survivorship, and is passionate about helping patients make informed decisions about their health using evidence-based approaches.

He also leads a research unit that has designed landmark scientific studies which provide the evidence that guide nutritionists, support groups, doctors and patients across the World.

As well as mainstream oncology studies, the team focuses on randomised trials that evaluate the impact of exercise, diet, gut health and natural therapies on cancer, long covid and exercise performance, menopause and cancer.

This included 5 RCT's addressing hormone related symptons after breast cancer including patient choice as a primary end point.

His latest two double blind RCTs, discovered that boosting dietary phytochemicals (with Yourphyto) and gut health (with Yourgutplus) slowed prostate cancer progression, improved erectile function and urinary symptoms and improved three key biomarkers of longevity.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Fundraiser Walk: https://fundraiseformenopauseandcancer.raiselysite.com/thamesbridgestrekultrachallenge

Four years ago, I sat down and recorded the very first episode of The Menopause and Cancer Podcast.

At the time, I had no idea what I was doing. I didn't know whether anyone would listen, whether I'd make it past a handful of episodes, or that four years later I'd still be here, talking to you every single week.

What began as a simple idea, to create the menopause resource I desperately wished I'd had after cancer, has grown into something far bigger than I ever imagined.

Over the last four years, we've shared hundreds of conversations with incredible experts, survivors, partners, advocates and healthcare professionals. Together we've explored symptoms, treatments, relationships, intimacy, identity, mental health, grief, hope and everything in between.

The podcast has opened doors I never expected. It has led to friendships, opportunities, a bestselling book, healthcare professional training, events, retreats and the growth of Menopause and Cancer into a global movement.

But perhaps the greatest gift has been you: your emails, messages and stories.

Hosting this podcast has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. And the truth is, I think the podcast has changed me just as much as it has helped others.

Over the last four years, life has changed, too.

My daughters have grown up. I've become a founder, an author and somehow a CEO. I've gained confidence in some areas and lost it in others. I've learned new skills, made mistakes, changed my mind, needed reading glasses and realised that growth rarely happens in a straight line.

Recently, I've been reflecting a lot on identity.

For years, I was a yoga teacher.

Then an advocate.

Then a founder.

Now a CEO.

And yet, if I'm honest, I don't always feel like any of those labels fully fit anymore.

Maybe you've felt that too? Are we constantly in transition?

Perhaps that's why this moment feels important. Not because we've reached four years, but because it feels like the beginning of a new chapter.

I've recently started a new project called Still Becoming: a kind of blog, and in many ways, this is how it all started for me. It's a space where I can share some of the conversations that don't always fit neatly into a Menopause and Cancer podcast episode: reflections on identity, motherhood, relationships, intimacy, purpose, building a charity and navigating all the messy, beautiful parts of being human.

And because this next chapter isn't just about me, I'd love your help.

I've created a short listener survey to help shape the future of the podcast. What have you loved? What has helped? What conversations are missing? What would you like more of?

I'll also be inviting a small group of listeners to join me on a Zoom call on 9th July at 5pm so we can talk about the future together.

For now, though, I simply want to say thank you.

Thank you for listening.

Thank you for showing up.

Thank you for sharing your stories.

Thank you for trusting me with them.

Links Mentioned

The Next Chapter - Shape the future of the show with me: https://forms.gle/cQ36jKzDFqY2p3qy6

Join my blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?r=1osz6a&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page

Buy the book “Navigating Menopause After Cancer” https://amzn.eu/d/0fPhc0tt

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

03:35 Discovering Menopause Support Needs

09:20 Writing ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’

13:00 The importance of audience feedback

14:57 Kate's experience with menopause and cancer

20:27 Navigating life after cancer

21:27 Still Becoming: Embracing Multiple Identities

25:07 Listener feedback session invitation

28:14 Podcast future plans announcement

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

In this inspiring episode, Dani is joined by two breast care clinical nurse specialists from Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to explore what’s possible when healthcare professionals truly listen, learn and work together to improve menopause care for women after cancer treatment.

If you’re a patient, this is a must-listen so that you can set realistic expectations of what’s possible. If you’re a healthcare professional, you’ll be blown away by what Jaqcui and her team have achieved through hard work and persistence.

Clinical Nurse Specialist Jacqui shares how she helped shape and evolve the support offered within her team around menopause after cancer, bringing colleagues together, opening up important conversations, and helping create more compassionate, informed care for patients navigating life after treatment. She is joined by her colleague, Christina for an honest discussion about what they’ve learned from patients over the years, the gaps they began to recognise, and the practical changes that can happen even within stretched NHS services and limited resources.

Dani says, “Thank you for being utterly amazing!”

Jaqcui and Christina mention Dani’s book and say how helpful it is for them. You can buy a copy here: https://amzn.eu/d/04P0N9FX

And here is www.menopauseandcancer.org for more information and support.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

08:06 Addressing menopause post-cancer treatment

14:24 Learning from patient engagement

17:06 New prescribing practices in oncology

20:25 Discussing Tamoxifen Prescription Options

26:16 Discussing hormone therapy side effects

27:46 Discussing bone health in menopause

36:37 Challenges in patient care response

37:53 Menopause care post-cancer

42:44 Focusing on menopause and cancer

43:52 Planning patient support events

49:11 Empowering patient-doctor conversations

Connect with us:

For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Find us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer

Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...

Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBb

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Mentioned in this episode:

Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/

Who controls what happens between women’s legs after menopause?

It’s a confronting question, but one that sits at the heart of this episode.

In this short, powerful conversation, I am joined by menopause specialist and sexologist Dr Angela Wright to explore why so many women — particularly those who have had cancer — are still being denied access to vaginal and vulval oestrogen treatments. And why we’re not routinely having the conversation about sexual health after cancer treatment.

Despite being widely recognised as one of the most effective and low-risk treatments for genitourinary symptoms of menopause (GSM), access remains incredibly low. Many women are left navigating pain, dryness, recurrent infections, loss of sexual function, and a deep impact on identity and relationships — often without being offered treatment. Or they’re told ‘no’.

This episode explores:

• Why are women not allowed to make an informed choice about their intimate health?
• The realities of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) — and why it’s more than “just dryness”
• The added complexity for women on treatments like aromatase inhibitors (e.g. Letrozole)
• The emotional and relational impact of untreated symptoms
• How history, culture, and medical caution continue to shape women’s access to care
• The growing body of guidance suggesting low-dose vaginal hormones may be appropriate for many women, including after breast cancer
• The balance between clinical responsibility and patient autonomy

This is not a black-and-white conversation. It’s not about right or wrong.

It’s an invitation — to think, to question, and to open up more honest, informed conversations between patients and healthcare professionals.

Because at its core, is it about choice?

Links mentioned in this episode:

You can find Dr Wright here: https://spicedpearhealth.co.uk/about/

Sweetness of Venus: A history of the clitoris book https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sweetness-Venus-History-Clitoris/dp/B08W3NZ1H9

Women’s Health Made Easy Book: for Healthcare Professionals, click here

More information about vaginal oestrogen after breast cancer: https://menopauseandcancer.org/navigating-vaginal-oestrogen-after-breast-cancer-what-every-woman-needs-to-know/

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

05:36 Doctor's journey and women's health

08:17 Challenges of Menopause Treatment

10:32 Debating hormone prescription guidelines

14:25 Discussing medical trauma and autonomy

18:19 Discussing bodily agency and benefits

21:18 Reclaiming life after trauma

24:31 Understanding compliance with endocrine therapies

26:42 Valuing women's opinions in healthcare

29:48 Discussing erectile dysfunction post-cancer

34:39 Opening conversations on sexual health

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