Menopause Matters Episode 1

Perimenopause: How do I know this is it?


In our first episode, host Alison Brahe-Daddo talks to Dr Fatima Khan, a perimenopause and menopause specialist with a holistic approach to women's physical emotional and mental wellbeing.

Dr Kahn sheds light on the difference between perimenopause and menopause, how getting a handle on your stress can make a big difference to your perimenopause symptoms, why early symptoms of perimenopause can often be related to your mental health, how to know if this is really ‘it’ and treatment options.

Menopause Matters is brought to you by HCF, Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund.

Guest bio: Dr Fatima Khan is a highly experienced perimenopause and menopause specialist at Melbourne’s Epworth Hospital. She’s passionate about helping women understand perimenopause and menopause, and the impact it has on women’s physical and mental health.

For more on Dr Khan, follow her on Instagram @menopausespecialist

Support the show: https://www.hcf.com.au/podcast/menopause-matters

This podcast contains general health information and shouldn’t be relied on as medical advice. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn’t endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.


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Here are some of the studies and statistics we mentioned in this episode.

Evernow Menopause Study https://www.evernow.com/menopause-study

How sex hormones affect neurotransmitters and shape the adult female brain during hormonal transition periods https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4335177/

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Menopause Matters Episode 1
Perimenopause: How do I know this is it?
 In our first episode, host Alison Brahe-Daddo talks to Dr Fatima Khan, a perimenopause and menopause specialist with a holistic approach to women's physical emotional and mental wellbeing. Dr Kahn sheds light on the difference between perimenopause and menopause, how getting a handle on your stress can make a big difference to your perimenopause symptoms, why early symptoms of perimenopause can often be related to your mental health, how to know if this is really ‘it’ and treatment options. Menopause Matters is brought to you by HCF, Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund. Guest bio: Dr Fatima Khan is a highly experienced perimenopause and menopause specialist at Melbourne’s Epworth Hospital. She’s passionate about helping women understand perimenopause and menopause, and the impact it has on women’s physical and mental health. For more on Dr Khan, follow her on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/menopausespecialist?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">@menopausespecialist</a>
Support the show: <a href="https://www.hcf.com.au/podcast/menopause-matters">https://www.hcf.com.au/podcast/menopause-matters</a>
This podcast contains general health information and shouldn’t be relied on as medical advice. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn’t endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
 Want to know more?
Here are some of the studies and statistics we mentioned in this episode.
Evernow Menopause Study <a href="https://www.evernow.com/menopause-study">https://www.evernow.com/menopause-study</a>
How sex hormones affect neurotransmitters and shape the adult female brain during hormonal transition periods <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4335177/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4335177/</a>
Listen to HCF's <a href="https://www.hcf.com.au/podcast/navigating-parenthood">Navigating Parenthood Podcast</a>
See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Welcome to the podcast series Menopause Matters

The journey through perimenopause and menopause can be a challenging but also a liberating time – physically, mentally and emotionally. In Menopause Matters, join host and author of Queen Menopause, Alison Brahe-Daddo, as she unpacks the experience of this life-changing, yet entirely normal part of life.

Speaking with leading menopause experts, Alison sheds light on issues faced by many women, including some of the best ways to manage your symptoms, how to navigate your career, mental health and relationships during this time and shares the joys of life post-menopause. You’re in for a great second act of your life.

Listen to Menopause Matters here or on your device through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.



This podcast contains general health information and shouldn’t be relied on as medical advice. Information is current at the time of recording. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn’t endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Welcome to the podcast series Menopause Matters
The journey through perimenopause and menopause can be a challenging but also a liberating time – physically, mentally and emotionally. In Menopause Matters, join host and author of Queen Menopause, Alison Brahe-Daddo, as she unpacks the experience of this life-changing, yet entirely normal part of life.
Speaking with leading menopause experts, Alison sheds light on issues faced by many women, including some of the best ways to manage your symptoms, how to navigate your career, mental health and relationships during this time and shares the joys of life post-menopause. You’re in for a great second act of your life.
Listen to Menopause Matters here or on your device through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.
 
This podcast contains general health information and shouldn’t be relied on as medical advice. Information is current at the time of recording. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn’t endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Menopause Matters is bringing you information, tips, guidance and support.

Menopause Matters

EMPOWERING WOMEN TO THRIVE IN MENOPAUSE

The journey through perimenopause and menopause can be a challenging but also a liberating time – physically, mentally and emotionally. In Menopause Matters, join host and author of Queen Menopause, Alison Brahe-Daddo, as she unpacks the experience of this life-changing, yet entirely normal part of life. Speaking with leading menopause experts, Alison sheds light on issues faced by many women, including some of the best ways to manage your symptoms, how to navigate your career, mental health and relationships during this time and shares the joys of life post-menopause. You’re in for a great second act of your life.

Listen to Menopause Matters here or on your device through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.



This podcast contains general health information and shouldn't be relied on as medical advice. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn't endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

EMPOWERING WOMEN TO THRIVE IN MENOPAUSE
The journey through perimenopause and menopause can be a challenging but also a liberating time – physically, mentally and emotionally. In Menopause Matters, join host and author of Queen Menopause, Alison Brahe-Daddo, as she unpacks the experience of this life-changing, yet entirely normal part of life. Speaking with leading menopause experts, Alison sheds light on issues faced by many women, including some of the best ways to manage your symptoms, how to navigate your career, mental health and relationships during this time and shares the joys of life post-menopause. You’re in for a great second act of your life.
Listen to Menopause Matters here or on your device through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. 
This podcast contains general health information and shouldn't be relied on as medical advice. If you have any health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn't endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. If the podcast makes you feel depressed or anxious and you need to talk to someone straight away, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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