In this episode I'm talking today with Dr. Fiona Lovely, a women’s health expert with specialties in functional medicine, functional neurology and restorative endocrinology. 

Based in Calgary Alberta Canada, Dr. Lovely’s practice focus is to find the root cause of dis-ease, reaching all aspects of health and making space for wellness. She has lectured on the topics of women’s health, hormone balance and brain function extensively. 

Dr. Lovely is the creator and host of a popular long-running podcast on the passage of perimenopause called Not Your Mother’s Menopause.  A million + people around the world have downloaded the podcast, listening in to learn about the physical, mental and spiritual journey of menopause.

Find Dr. Lovely at ⁠drlovely.com⁠ and Instgram and TikTok at @drfionalovely 

Noteworthy literary works recommeded in this episode:

• Estrogen Matters by Dr. Avrum Bluming and Dr. Carol Tavris. Through their own extensive research, the authors challenge prevailing medical perspectives on hormone therapy and underscore the pivotal role of estrogen in fostering overall health and well-being.
• The Upgrade by Dr. Louann Brizendine. Brizendine explains that the female brain becomes stronger and more proficient in midlife and beyond, positioning women perfectly to embrace their potential and lead purposeful lives.
• The End of Alzheimer's by Dr. Dale E. Bredesen, encapsulates cutting-edge scientific discoveries in a practical strategy, demonstrating our capacity not only to reverse Alzheimer's but also to significantly enhance brain health and function.
• The Menopause Brain by Lisa Mosconi. The author explores the impact of menopause on cognitive function. It provides insights into preserving and promoting brain health during this particular life stage.

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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Episode 11 is a joyful conversation with Wendy Nixon Stothert that will raise your vibration!

Wendy serves as the choral conductor for seven distinct community choirs in the Comox Valley and was my coral director at one time. She shares her vast knowledge about the physical and mental benefits of singing.

Wendy embarked on her musical journey at the age of 6, and has been unwavering since then. With over 15 years of experience, Wendy has contributed significantly to the community by teaching K-12 Music, Band, and Choir. Beyond her role as an educator, she showcases her vocal talents as a soloist and as part of her 80’s cover band, Ricochet! Wendy is also at the forefront of Choral Valley, a project aimed at fostering the growth of singers and choirs through workshop offerings, 

A lifelong learner, Wendy achieved her Masters of Educational Leadership degree at Vancouver Island University in 2012, earning the prestigious Governor General’s Gold Medal for academic excellence. Her master's inquiry focused on Music Performance Anxiety in choral singers, reflecting her commitment to understanding and addressing challenges within the musical community.

Learn more at  www.choralvalley.ca and  on Facebook at choralvalleyretreatsfestivalsworkshops 

Find Wendy at facebook.com/wendy.stothert and on YouTube: WendyNixonStothert

Books mentioned:  Untamed by Glennon Doyle, a memoir and self-help book that explores the author's journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and authenticity. The book delves into themes of courage, vulnerability, and the importance of listening to one's inner voice. 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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Welcome to Episode 10! In today's episode, I had the fortunate opportunity to chat with an entrepreneurial trailblazer in the world of women’s healthcare innovation. In this episode, you are going to learn  about the inspiration behind Lauren Barker’s  decision to get behind a revolutionary product to address urinary incontinence. Lauren is the CEO of Uresta. 

Uresta was founded by world-renowned Canadian urogynecologist and Dalhousie University Professor Dr. Scott A. Farrell. Dr. Farrell recognized that the options for dealing with leaks were outdated, uncomfortable, and quite honestly, costly to the environment and saw the opportunity  to create a non-invasive, at-home solution - without prescription, medication or procedures. 

Lauren transitioned away from her career in financial investments  to join a team headed by female entrepreneurs and soon found herself leading the company entrusted in women's pelvic health.

Learn more about Lauren and Uresta at uresta.com 

On Instagram: myuresta

TikTok @myuresta

Join the insider group on Facebook at urestainsider

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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Welcome to Episode 9, a deep dive into the transformative healing journey of perimenopause and menopause with the insightful Kim Holmes.


Kim has been devoted to the practice of therapeutic yoga for addiction and trauma since 2014 and has evolved into a dedicated yoga therapist specializing in women's health, with a primary focus on perimenopause. Kim's approach integrates somatic and embodiment techniques, drawing from yogic principles and philosophy, all while possessing a profound understanding of empowerment through cellular awakening and neuroplasticity.


Kim facilitates group circles, conducts coaching programs, and provides personalized one-on-one guidance to her clients. She serves as the host and creative force behind The Healing Power of Menopause Global Summit, a virtual gathering of 24 experts and specialists in various areas of women's health. Kim is the visionary founder of her venture, Soul Led Centering.

Podcast listeners can get lifetime access to the summit for a special discount. Use the code HEALINGPOWER39. Visit Soul Led Centering online to claim your code.


Kim leads the Facebook group ⁠Reclaiming Power Peri-menopause and Beyond ⁠You can find her on instagram at ⁠soul_led_centering⁠.


To complement her forever learning journey,  Kim is currently reading The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté. Her favourite books include Red Moon Passage: The Power and Wisdom of Menopause by Bonnie Horrigan and Dancing the Dream: The Seven Sacred Paths Of Human Transformation by Jamie Sams, both which can be found on Good Reads.

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this episode, we're joined by Travis Richardson, an entrepreneur passionate about wellness practices. Travis is on the journey of launching a float center in the Comox Valley, on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Flow State Float House, will soon open in early 2024 and is the first of its kind to hit these parts of the world in a community that is rich in wellness practices and recreational living.

Travis is a strong believer in holistic living and uses practices like mindful meditation and sensory-deprivation floating to maintain mental fortitude and manage anxiety. He's a fascinating guest with a journey that took him from being a frequent bar-hopper to a dedicated wellness enthusiast turned business owner. 

Floating has long been hailed for its benefits in stress reduction, insomnia, Post Traumatic Stress, brain injury, menopause symptom management, and so much more. Get ready for an enlightening conversation about the power of floating and challenging oneself to embark on unique wellness experiences.

You can learn all about Travis and his float centre at www.flowstatefloat.com , on Instagram at flowstatefloathouse and Facbook at flowstatefloathouse

Use code AMT20 to receive 20% of Flow State Flow House membership.

Books Mentioned: The Tibetan Book of the Dead, a classic Buddhist text on the journey through living and dying. 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In this episode, Mary Dibble, a certified life coach, shares her journey as a busy mom, juggling all our different life roles as woemn. 

Through her own challenges, Mary learned the importance of self-care and mental well-being. Mary talks about her passion to empower hard working moms to embrace their purpose and to tap into their authenticity. She shares her coaching program's steps towards creating self-awareness, self-love, and time management skills. Mary also highlights the importance of changing one's perspective and searching for positivity in every situation, which is also a key message in her upcoming podcast, Radiant Mom Rising.

Books Mentioned: Fearless Living  by Rhonda Briten

Learn more about Mary Dibble's course offerings at www.marydibblecoaching.com and follow Mary on Facebook and on Instagram at marydcoaching.

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In an engaging conversation with Shaunacy King, we explore the unique and underrated world of menopause doula training. Shaunacy is a seasoned reproductive support practitioner and busy entrepreneur of nearly 20 years.  

She is the former director of Doula Training Canada, creator of the Menopause Doula Program. 

And, while still actively involved in delivering and growing the menopause doula training to students worldwide, Shaunacy’s main focus is in the field of psychotherapy. As a registered psychotherapist, Shaunacy specializes in sex therapy, reproductive support, anxiety concerns, and complex trauma. 

In our chat, Shaunacy shares the rationale behind establishing a comprehensive program for training menopause doulas in Canada. Her drive comes from observing the lack of accessible and supportive information for women going through perimenopause and menopause, and the negative narrative surrounding it. 

Shaunacy emphasizes the importance of providing unbiased, client-centered support, and empowering women through knowledge.

Books mentioned:

The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, & Healing in a Toxic Culture by Dr. Gabor Maté 

Navigating the Messy Middle: A Fiercely Honest and Wildly Encouraging Guide for Midlife Women by Ann Douglas

The Menopause Book: The Complete Guide: Hormones, Hot Flashes, Health, Moods, Sleep, Sex by Pat Wingert and Barbara Kantrowitz

Find Shaunacy King through her Psychology Today profile online 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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I am joined by Fon Churat, a lifelong meditator who is herself a certified meditation, mindfulness and yoga teacher, wellness coach and consultant,  as well as an international best selling author.

Her niche is studying, developing, guiding groups and individuals to effectively manage stress and anxiety with mindfulness and meditation to cultivate inner peace, improve personal health, and enhance performance at work.


In our conversation, we could not agree more, the importance of wellness and mental peace in the workplace is essential, particularly with the vast majority of perimenopausal women still at the prime of their careers. Workplace wellness can be a powerful tool for women undergoing menopause, helping them navigate the challenges brought on by hormonal changes. From small to medium sized organizations, Fon is guiding employers on how to foster a safe space for their employees to practice mindfulness and stress reduction, and, in turn, boost productivity and overall morale and teamwork.

Fon co-authored  Phoenix, a book about the stories of women (each of the 20 authors) who — like the Phoenix — have found their way out of the flames and ashes to emerge more powerful and more beautiful than ever.  Find Phoenix: Inspiring Stories of Women Who Have Overcome Challenges & Risen to Find Hope & Purpose on Amazon.

Other book: mentioned  Art of Acting by Stella Adler, one of America's greatest acting teachers.

Follow Fon's mediations and more on her recently launched podcast One Mindful Min.
Find Fon on Instagram at fonchurat

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In this episode, the secrets of aging gracefully are revealed, all rooted in ancient wisdom and philospohy. Who better to share than Prakash Chegu, a Spiritual Alchemist, Yogi Mystic, Healer, and an internationally renowned Kundalini Yoga teacher.

Prakash draws upon his background in engineering technology and his experience growing up in India in a family rich in culture and traditions where he became accustomed to mantras, chants and, of course, yoga. These two distinct disciplines are combined to culminate a transcendental experience. He shares his knowledge of the deep-rooted Hindu traditions of Ayurveda, Jyotisha, Vaastu and Kundalini Yoga with his clients and students.

Prakash is also a healer in an ancient Yogic Technology called Sat Nam Rasayan. Translation: deep healing in the true identity. Very apropos on the topic of menopausal health and wellness. This episode is especially relevant for women navigating perimenopause, as it's a time when the transition should be all about embracing one's true identity.

Prakash Chegu will be returning regularly to delve deeper into each of these therapeutic methods, as there is an abundance of information to explore, far beyond what we can cover in a single episode.

Find Prakash at prakashchegu.com and on Instagram lightwithin22

🤔What's my dosha? Take the Prakriti Analysis and find out how ancient Ayurvedic practices can  improve menopause symptoms. 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this episode, we hear from Ivy Miles, a remarkable individual with a unique journey in the realm of health and wellness. Ivy is not only a Health and Wellness Coach, but she's also an Energy Alignment Expert and a dedicated Breast Cancer Coach.

Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. After more than 20 years in the health and wellness field, Ivy's life took a drastic turn when she was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer. This life-altering experience not only knocked her off her feet but also pushed her into menopause. In the face of this adversity, Ivy made a powerful decision to embark on a new path of self-discovery and transformation.

Ivy's story is a testament to the power of inner strength, passion, and the belief that individuals can influence their own healing journey and inspire others along the way.
 
Books mentioned:
The Subtle Body: An Encyclopedia of Your Energetic Anatomy, by Cyndi Dale, is a comprehensive guide to the concept of the subtle body, which is an integral part of various holistic and alternative healing practices. 

Radical Remission: Surviving Cancer Against All Odds, by Dr. Kelly A. Turner, explores the fascinating and inspiring stories of cancer patients who have experienced unexpected and complete recoveries, defying conventional medical expectations.

Since the airing of this episode, Ivy's book Wisdom in Bloom, co-authored with three other women, has been published which you can find on Amazon.

Find Ivy online at ivysholisticarts.com and on Instagram at  ivy.miles

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

Ready to transform your menopause journey? Learn how Mary can work with you 1:1 Book a free consultation call

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