In this episode we dive into the delightful chaos of motherhood, blogging, and navigating perimenopause with our special guest, Stacey Wallenstein, better known as The Mint Chip Mama.

Stacey brings a blend of humour, honesty, and heart to everything she does, from exploring parenting adventures to sharing life hacks that make everyday a bit easier and a lot more fun.

In this episode we explore how Stacey turned her blogging passion into a vibrant community, touching on everything from family travel to the realities of perimenopause — all with her signature wit.

Don’t miss this chance to laugh, learn, and maybe even find a new perspective on your own journey.

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🎙️ Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we bust myths, challenge outdated health advice, and empower women to thrive in midlife and beyond.

It’s James and Juli here, and in this episode we’re addressing a topic that’s critically important throughout the menopause journey.

If you’re waking up exhausted, tossing and turning, or feeling like your sleep has completely betrayed you in midlife—you’re not alone. And no, it’s not just about “getting older.”

In this episode, we’re breaking down why sleep goes haywire during perimenopause and menopause, why it matters more than ever for your long-term health, and—most importantly—how to fix it. We’ll give you simple, practical strategies to help you wake up feeling rested, rather than wondering how you’re supposed to function on four hours of sleep and a bucket of caffeine.

So, if you’re tired of being tired, stick around—we’ve got you covered.

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We’ve all been told that weight gain is just about calories in versus calories out. But if that were the whole story, midlife weight gain wouldn’t feel like such an uphill battle!

The truth? Hormones play a huge role in how your body stores fat, burns energy, and regulates appetite — and that gets even more complicated during the menopause transition as the fall in sex hormones can affect all of the above. Hey, No one said this stuff was easy :)

But fear not, in today’s episode we’re going beyond calories to uncover the real hormonal drivers of weight gain in midlife and, most importantly, what you can do about it.

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Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we bust myths, share strategies, and empower women to thrive in this next phase of life. It’s James and Juli here, and today we’re diving into a topic that has affected all of us at one point or another.
Ever felt like you’re either crushing life or totally failing at it — no middle ground? Like, if you don’t have time for a 60-minute workout, why bother moving at all? Or you had one cookie and it ‘ruined’ your diet, so you might as well call it a cheat week?
Sound familiar? Welcome to the All-or-Nothing Club — population: way too many of us. But here’s the good news—you can escape it, and it starts with something we call PMA. Thats’s not Positive Mental Attitude, it’s Positive Messy Action.
PMA is all about ditching perfection and embracing tiny, imperfect steps forward — because spoiler alert: motivation doesn’t come first, action does. And those baby steps? They’re where the magic happens.
So, settle in for this episode of Empower Your Menopause, where we’ll unpack why all-or-nothing thinking gets you nowhere at this phase in your life, how to embrace progress over perfection, and why messy action beats no action every time. Let’s do this!

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Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we bust myths, share strategies, and empower women to thrive in this next phase of life. It’s James and Juli here, and in this episode we’re diving into one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for better health in menopause: walking.

Walking might not sound exciting or glamorous, but it’s one of the most underrated ways to boost your physical health, mental clarity, and emotional wellbeing — especially for women navigating midlife. We’ll explore why walking is the ultimate hack for this stage of life and share practical tips to make it part of your daily routine.

And just to clarify - we are not advocates of looking for “Hacks,” because the truth is you can’t Hack - or shortcut - your biology. However, if there was such a thing, walking is the closest thing to “hacking” your health that we know of! So, grab your trainers, and let’s get moving!

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Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, where we share stories, strategies, and support to help women thrive during midlife and beyond.

In this episode we have a very special guest, Niamh Gourlay. Niamh is a breast cancer survivor and advocate whose journey is nothing short of inspiring.

She's also a certified nutrition coach and an inspiring advocate for women’s health, especially for those navigating the challenges of life after 50.

Following her own diagnosis of breast cancer 12 years ago, Niamh transformed her life and dedicated herself to educating and empowering women to take charge of their health.

She has written an eBook "5 Lifestyle Strategies to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer," a guide that blends her personal journey with practical, evidence-based tips for reducing cancer risk and living vibrantly.

With a focus on approachable, sustainable lifestyle changes, Niamh helps women rediscover their energy, confidence, and joy while prioritising their well-being.

Join us as we dive into her empowering story and actionable strategies.

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Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, where we bust myths, break down barriers, and give you the tools to thrive in this next phase of life. It’s James and Juli here, and today we’re taking on one of the biggest misconceptions out there: that eating less automatically means weighing less. Spoiler alert—it’s not that simple, especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

In this episode, we’re going to break down why the old CICO 'calories in, calories out' model doesn’t work for women over 40, how hormones and metabolism play a role, and most importantly, what you can do instead to feel confident, healthy, and empowered. Ready to rewrite the rules? Let’s dive in!

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Surviving to Thriving: Four Lifestyle Secrets To Help you Reclaim Your Energy, Drive & Confidence Workshop
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Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause! Coaches Juli and James here and in this episode, we’re stepping into the myth-busting ring to tackle some sneaky menopause myths that might be messing with your mindset. From the fear of slowing down to myths about hormone therapy, these beliefs are more than just wrong—they’re holding you back.

But don’t worry, we’re here to sort fact from fiction and show you how to reframe the way you think about this powerful phase of life. So, grab a cuppa—or maybe something stronger if it’s that kind of day—and let’s dive in!

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Fabulous Beyond 40 Facebook support group
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Eight questions to ask your doctor about HRT
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