Thrive with Sarah

Are you confused about all the options available and how to prepare yourself when it comes to pregnancy and birth?

If you are, this episode is for you.

I had the pleasure of catching up with Kelly-Jane McLaughlin, an experienced chiropractor, amazing mum of 3 boys and an inspiration for many, not only in her profession but within her community. Kelly brings a wealth of knowledge to the show, sharing her own experience she has gained from taking care of many women in practice, as well as her personal experience raising her family.

In this episode we discuss...

• How women can prepare for pregnancy.
• The options available.
• Transitioning from pregnancy to birth and beyond.
• The resources available to learn more.

You can learn more about Kelly and contact here: https://www.hayleyandkelly.co.uk/

Other resources:

https://www.sarawickham.com/

https://www.aims.org.uk/

Well Adjusted Babies book by Jennifer Barham-Floreani: https://unitedchiropractic.org/57/Books

For many years, fats have been perceived as the enemy, so 'low fat' foods and alternatives came into society in full force.

But research now shows that including certain fats in our diet is essential for our health.

In this episode I share where some of the myths stem from, why fat is important, the fats we should be including and those that we should avoid, and how you can incorporate the right fats into your daily life.

For additional recourses on this topic, check out Dr Hyman https://drhyman.com/.

Have you ever wondered why you feel tired and lethargic after having a few drinks? And why is it that the men in your life can drink so much more than you?

In this episode I provide an insight into how women and men differ when it comes to the processing of alcohol, how alcohol impacts our body and I provide some simple strategies to help support your body if you do decide to have a drink.

In this fourth and final episode of the menstrual cycle series, I talk about the contraceptive pill.

The pill helps many women around the world and is the most popular form of contraception, but do we know how it really works?

In this episode I share information about how the pill works and the role it plays in our menstrual cycle, the benefits of the pill and some of the potential side effects to help you make an informed decision when it comes to your health.

Are you confused about whether exercising on your period is a good thing, or whether you should be resting?

There is a lot of confusion around this and when actually is the best time time to push yourself.

In this episode I recap the phases of your cycle, how your hormones change and the impact this has on your recovery and performance so you can use your cycle to your advantage!

This episode is for anyone who enjoys getting their body moving, whether you are a professional athlete or simply enjoy a daily walk!

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In this episode I talk about period pain, also known as primary dysmenorrhea, which impacts so many women around the world and can be debilitating during our cycle.

I describe what a normal period should look like, why we may be experiencing period pain, cramps and related symptoms, and share practical steps you can take to help your period and overall health.

In this episode I talk about women's menstrual cycle. A topic that still has a lot of stigma around it in the western world, but in many cultures is seen as a celebration.

I discuss the four phases, aka 'seasons' of our cycle. and how these seasons impact our body, to provide an understanding and help reframe the menstrual cycle from one that may be a burden, to a blessing.

With this knowledge, the menstrual cycle really can be used to our advantage to get the most out of our days, and also develop a level of appreciation and understanding for our amazing bodies.

In this weeks episode I talk about water and the impact it has on our health.

I share why water is important for us, dispel some myths about alternative drinks such as teas and coffees, and share some easy to implement tips that you can bring to your days, to help you get on track with your water consumption, which will help your body thrive from the inside out.

Mindfulness and Meditation are great practices for our health, but there is a lot of confusion around the purpose and also knowing if it is being done right. I am by no means an expert, but through my experience and learnings I break it down in simple terms.

In this episode I share my perceived 'failures', I share what Mindfulness and Meditation actually are and why it is beneficial, I debunk some of the myths, and provide some practical tips you can incorporate right now, to start your journey.

Did you know that how you start your day will impact how the rest of the day unfolds?

If you are feeling like you are going around in circles and feel pulled left to right, then this episode is for you.

In this episode Sarah discusses the importance of having a morning routine, along with simple steps you can take right now to help your clarity and productivity during the day.