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Women of a Certain Stage

Women of a Certain Stage

著者： Lauren Chiren
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Changing the menopause narrative with Women of a Certain Stage - the global authority in menopause advocacy, workplace, education, and empowerment. Hosted by Lauren Chiren, internationally multi award winning menopause expert, speaker. This podcast is dedicated to shattering outdated narratives, amplifying real voices, and driving meaningful change in how menopause is understood and supported, at work and beyond. We believe that by normalising the conversation and equipping individuals, businesses, and policymakers with the right knowledge and tools, we can transform the menopause experience into one of empowerment, strength, and success. 🌍 Join the Movement Whether you’re experiencing menopause, supporting a loved one, leading a business, or advocating for change, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking the silence, shifting perspectives, and creating a future where menopause is met with understanding - not stigma. Together, we are redefining menopause, one conversation at a time. 🎧 Subscribe now and be part of the change. Find out more here: https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/ Connect with Lauren: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themenopausecoach/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womenofacertainstage Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenOfACertainStage Twitter/X: https://x.com/LaurenChirenCopyright 2026 Lauren Chiren マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 教育 経済学 衛生・健康的な生活 身体的病い・疾患
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  • Slow Living and Mental Health: Transforming Lives in Midlife and Beyond

    Slow Living and Mental Health: Transforming Lives in Midlife and Beyond
    2026/09/01

    In this episode, I sit down with licensed therapist and private practice owner Jennifer for a warm, wide-ranging conversation about menopause, mental health, and the power of slowing down. We talk about her path from solo counselor to running a practice with eight clinicians, and how the skills she built through the Menopause Coach Diploma helped shape that growth.

    Jennifer opens up about her own early menopause at 41, the isolation she felt before finding community, and how a COVID infection years later unexpectedly intensified her menopause symptoms. We dig into the mental health side of menopause that often gets overlooked — anxiety, identity shifts, and the pressure so many high-achieving women put on themselves — and why Jennifer now centers her work, and her own life, around slowing down.

    We also get into the practical side of running a private practice: referral sources, hiring her first VA, navigating US insurance and state licensure, and the ongoing challenge of keeping therapy chairs filled. And we talk about why a community — having a tribe that simply understands — can be just as healing as any clinical intervention.

    00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

    01:08 From Solo Practice to Eight Clinicians

    02:45 A Holistic, Broad-Based Practice

    05:08 Blending Coaching Skills with Counseling

    07:36 Finding the Confidence to Bring People In

    09:13 How Women Use Menopause Coach Training

    09:36 Building Referral Relationships

    10:55 Splitting the Week as a Business Owner

    12:27 Designing a Business Around Your Own Life

    14:15 A UK Heatwave Tangent

    16:19 The Power of Slowing Down

    16:52 Rediscovering Community in Midlife

    18:24 The Next Five to Ten Years

    19:36 Becoming a Continuing Education Provider

    20:16 Navigating US Insurance and State Licensure

    22:11 Biggest Business Challenge: Filling Therapy Chairs

    23:49 Going Broad vs. Going Deep

    26:47 Key Takeaways from the Menopause Coach Diploma

    26:59 Early Menopause at 41

    28:23 How COVID Worsened Menopause Symptoms

    30:25 Closing Thoughts: The Message of Slowing Down
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    33 分
  • She Had ME/CFS and Perimenopause Hit at the Same Time

    She Had ME/CFS and Perimenopause Hit at the Same Time
    2026/08/25
    In this episode, I sit down with Bridgette — known to everyone as Bee — for an honest, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring conversation about what happens when multiple sclerosis and perimenopause collide. Bee shares her remarkable journey from being completely bedbound to completing the Great North Run, and how lifestyle changes, community, and a refusal to give up transformed her life.We unpack the frustration of being told "you're too young" for perimenopause while already managing an MS diagnosis, and why the medical system so often fails women when two complex conditions overlap. We explore how nutrition, movement, hydration, and self-compassion became Bee's most powerful tools — and why consistency beat intensity every single time.We also talk about Bee's transition from dog groomer to menopause coach, the creation of her group coaching programme The Hive, and why she believes no woman should have to navigate menopause — or MS — without a community around her.And if you've ever struggled to say no, invest in yourself, or ask for help… this episode is for you.00:00 Introduction00:37 When MS and Perimenopause Hit at the Same Time03:00 Getting the MS Diagnosis First — and Perimenopause Being Overlooked04:25 What Support from the MS Team Actually Looked Like05:08 Disease-Modifying Treatments and the Quality of Life Cost07:26 Going Medication-Free and What Made the Difference09:11 The Psychological Impact of Chronic Illness10:00 Duvet Days, Fatigue, and Learning to Rest Without Guilt12:07 MRI Results and Where Bee Is Today13:15 The Decision to Train as a Menopause Coach15:34 From Fence-Sitting to Full Commitment16:30 Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Dog Grooming Salon20:36 Lifestyle Changes Before and During the Diploma22:16 Small, Consistent Changes That Moved the Needle23:43 From Bedbound to the Great North Run26:19 Running for MS and Menopause — Raising Money and Awareness28:00 The Power of Atmosphere, Community, and a Good Partner29:15 Building The Hive — A Group Coaching Programme31:00 Why Community at Midlife Is So Powerful32:44 What Makes the Women of a Certain Stage Diploma Stand Out36:57 What's Next — Events, Radio, and Marketing the Hell Out of It40:42 It's Okay Not to Be Okay — Invest in Yourself43:05 The NHS Mindset and Why We Struggle to Pay for Our Own Health44:28 Why the Menopause Plan Matters Whether You Take HRT or Not45:03 Hydration, Energy Protection, and Learning to Say No47:44 Closing ThoughtsConnect with Bee:LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgette-lowe-a9912869/Connect with Lauren:LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/themenopausecoach/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/WomenOfACertainStageYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@womenofacertainstageTwitter/X | https://x.com/LaurenChirenAbout Women of a Certain StageWe are committed to transforming the menopause experience — both for individuals and the organisations that support them. Our mission is to empower people through education, advocacy, and expert-led training, ensuring menopause is no longer a barrier to confidence, health, or career success.Find out more: https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/
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    49 分
  • Why Asian Women Are Suffering Through Menopause in Silence

    Why Asian Women Are Suffering Through Menopause in Silence
    2026/08/18
    In this episode, Lauren sits down with Viola, a Singapore-based menopause coach and IT sales professional, for a fascinating and eye-opening conversation about what menopause looks like in Asia — and why so many women there are suffering in silence.Together, they explore how cultural attitudes, diet, lifestyle, and limited access to menopause-specific healthcare are shaping the experience of women going through perimenopause and menopause in Singapore and across Southeast Asia. Viola shares her personal journey — from discovering perimenopause through her research into anti-inflammatory nutrition, to completing the Menopause Coach Diploma and now supporting women in her community through education, coaching, and workplace advocacy.We dive into the fascinating differences in symptom profiles between Asian and Western women, the role of a high-carb diet in menopause experiences, and why joint pain — not hot flashes — tends to top the list for women in Singapore. We also explore the healthcare landscape in Singapore, from the role of GPs and specialists to the Women's Hospital Wellness Centre, and why MHT remains largely out of reach for many women without specialist referral.Viola also opens up about the generational silence around menopause, the dual pressures of work and family life, and why she believes it takes courage and wisdom to age well. And she shares some brilliant advice for men — both partners and line managers — on how they can show up and truly support the women in their lives.00:00 Introduction01:03 Viola's journey into menopause awareness and coaching02:13 How perimenopause sparked a passion for nutrition and lifestyle03:25 Working in IT sales and connecting with HR professionals04:28 Bringing menopause into the workplace — and the men who dial out05:13 Menopause symptoms in Singapore vs. the West — joint pain, sleep, and anxiety06:39 Diet differences — high-carb Asian diets and the impact on menopause08:07 How Viola is using her Menopause Coach Diploma in practice09:00 Offering 15-minute clarity calls and pro bono coaching10:11 Collaborating with nutritionists and doctors for International Women's Day talks12:20 Healthcare in Singapore — GPs, specialists, and the Women's Wellness Centre13:39 Standard health checks, DEXA scans, and the cholesterol conversation15:52 MHT in Singapore — how it's accessed and viewed16:31 Testosterone — available for men only (for now)17:08 Key takeaways from the Menopause Coach Diploma18:24 Average age of menopause in Singapore — and the juggle of work, family, and symptoms19:01 Viola's dream for menopause advocacy in her own workplace20:09 What men need to know about menopause — and Viola's husband's response22:19 Advice for male line managers and the case for flexible work arrangements23:53 Comparing lifestyles across generations — Viola's mum cycling 80km a day25:12 Genital urinary symptoms and the silence of older generations26:12 Viola's big dream — and why she coaches pro bono for now27:38 Closing wisdom: it takes courage and wisdom to age wellConnect with Viola:LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/viola-yau-v0500y/ (Please update with Viola's actual social media links)Meet your host Lauren ChirenLauren Chiren is a leading voice in menopause awareness and workplace inclusion, dedicated to ensuring no one navigates menopause alone.As the Founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, she works with organisations worldwide to create menopause-savvy and supportive environments.With a background in psychology, sports therapy, and nutrition, and an extensive suite of coaching certifications, Lauren is on a mission to train 20,000 Menopause Coaches and Champions, equipping them with the tools to support individuals and workplaces through this transformative life stage.Join her as she breaks the silence, challenges the stigma, and empowers people to thrive at midlife and beyond.About Women of a Certain StageWe are committed to transforming the menopause experience — both for individuals and the organisations that support them.Our mission is to empower people through education, advocacy, and expert-led training, ensuring menopause is no longer a barrier to confidence, health, or career success.Join us and our global network of professionals dedicated to breaking the stigma, improving workplace culture, and ensuring no one navigates menopause alone.Find out more here: https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/Connect with LaurenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themenopausecoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenOfACertainStageYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@womenofacertainstageTwitter/X: https://x.com/LaurenChiren
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    29 分
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