In this episode, Lauren is joined by Laura Dixon, clinical EFT practitioner, personal trainer, yoga instructor, and one of our expert guests inside the Women of a Certain Stage Menopause Coach Diploma.

Laura shares how tapping EFT Emotional Freedom Technique) helps women in midlife reduce anxiety, manage stress, and feel more in control through the ups and downs of perimenopause and menopause.

What you’ll hear:

💡 What is EFT (tapping) and how it works

💡 The difference between general tapping and clinical EFT

💡 Why stress, overwhelm and anxiety often peak for women in midlife

💡 Why women need flexibility, not just intensity, in their training and self-care

💡 How small sessions of tapping (even 5 minutes!) can calm the nervous system

💡 The surprising connection between perfectionism and midlife burnout

💡 How to take the pressure off yourself, whether it’s fitness, business or menopause symptoms

[00:01:09] Emotional Freedom Technique explained.

[00:05:32] Hormonal fluctuations and stress.

[00:07:16] EFT tapping for stress relief.

[00:11:00] Tapping for stress relief.

[00:14:52] Tapping for stress relief.

[00:20:26] Tapping for stress relief.

[00:22:09] Feelings of inadequacy in women.

[00:25:39] Progress over perfection.

[00:28:43] Consistency in fitness routines.

[00:32:24] Gentle morning yoga classes.

We also did a live tapping session!

Laura leads Lauren (and you!) through a simple tapping exercise for stress relief.

👉 You can follow along and experience the shift for yourself.

Laura’s 3 movement tips for midlife women:

1️⃣ Strength training is key but doesn’t need to be long or intense

2️⃣ Start with 10 minutes - anything is better than nothing

3️⃣ Don’t forget mobility - stretch, move, and release tension daily

Laura’s favourite quote from the episode:

"Ultimately, it’s about accepting ourselves right here, right now."

Connect with Laura:

📲 Instagram: @dixonvitality

🌐 Online EFT & coaching sessions available worldwide

Laura's Linkedn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraadixon/

Feeling inspired?

Join our Menopause Coach Diploma to learn powerful tools like EFT and coaching to support others through midlife transitions.

👉 Find out more here https://womenofacertainstage.lpages.co/menopause-coach-2024-ed/

In this episode of Women of a Certain Stage, Lauren Chiren sits down with Katie Parry, midwife, and graduate menopause coach with Women of a Certain Stage to discuss her personal journey from clinical burnout to becoming a menopause specialist.

After years of working in midwifery and emergency healthcare, Katie experienced firsthand the emotional and physical toll that many healthcare professionals face. Seeking a new path, she discovered the Women of a Certain Stage Menopause Coach Diploma and retrained to support women through one of the most critical, yet overlooked, phases of life: menopause.

Katie shares how her clinical background combined with her specialist menopause training allows her to provide evidence-based support for women struggling with hot flushes, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and brain fog. She also discusses the growing need for qualified menopause coaches to bridge the gap in healthcare for midlife women.

This episode is essential listening for nurses, midwives, healthcare professionals, and anyone looking to pivot into menopause coaching or better support women in midlife.

Connect with Katie at www.menopauseunmasked.com.

🌿 What we cover:

• How burnout ended Katie’s career as a midwife and what she thought was early dementia
• The moment she realised menopause coaching could help others and herself
• Why flexible thinking and self-kindness were game-changers for her recovery
• How simple changes like drinking more water and decluttering made a huge difference
• The confidence boost of returning to work after six months off and feeling stronger than ever

Why coaching isn’t just for clients — but for every stage of life.

Katie’s mission: to start the conversation earlier and help women feel heard before things spiral.

💬 Katie’s biggest realisation:

"If I don’t make myself a priority, no one else will."

🎧 A message for anyone listening:

Menopause isn’t just about symptoms. It’s about confidence, identity and learning how to take back control, with the right support.

[00:01:22] Menopause support training journey.

[00:05:34] Coaching in nursing professions.

[00:09:33] Mindset shifts in self-care.

[00:11:22] Accountability for personal happiness.

[00:16:21] Menopause and work environment.

[00:20:10] Raising awareness about perimenopause.

[00:23:36] Menstrual cycle education importance.

[00:25:56] Investment in menopause coaching.

[00:28:47] Impact of menopause on work.

[00:31:45] Menopause opportunities.

Inspired by Katie's story?

You can train to become a certified menopause coach and help others too.

👉 Find out more here https://womenofacertainstage.lpages.co/menopause-coach-2024-ed/

Meet your host Lauren Chiren

Lauren 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 Stage

We 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,...

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Thebe for a candid and deeply personal conversation about menopause, perimenopause, and the state of women’s health today. Together, we unpack the confusion, frustration, and misinformation that surround menopause — and why women are still too often left without the guidance, support, or healthcare access they deserve.

We explore how lifestyle interventions, nutrition, fitness, and accurate medical guidance can transform the menopause experience, and we discuss how the menopause market has become a multi-billion dollar industry filled with both opportunity and far too much misinformation.

Importantly, we shine a light on the critical role of community — how connection, shared experience, and real education can empower women to navigate menopause with confidence. We also talk about why workplaces must step up, creating menopause-aware environments that truly support women at this stage of life.

And… for those who listen carefully, there’s a blooper moment you won’t want to miss — proof that even when we’re discussing serious topics, real conversations always come with a little bit of laughter.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

01:19 Personal Journeys into Menopause

02:22 Discovering Perimenopause

06:59 Creating Community Support

10:43 Challenges in the Workplace

12:08 Medical and Lifestyle Interventions

13:23 The Role of Advocacy and Awareness

15:44 Global Perspectives on Menopause

18:26 Debates on Hormone Therapy

20:55 Importance of Lifestyle Choices

22:55 Evolving Medical Conversations

24:40 Understanding Neurodiversity in Health Coaching

25:27 Debunking Menopause Diet Myths

26:13 The Menopause Market and Misinformation

27:26 Navigating Social Media and Marketing Influence

29:49 Challenges in Menopause Coaching

31:22 The Importance of Medical Guidance

36:13 Community and Education in Menopause

41:19 Personal and Professional Motivation

45:08 Future Projects and Closing Thoughts

Connect with Amanda:

Instagram | www.instagram.com/amanda.thebe

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/amandathebex

Twitter | https://twitter.com/amandathebex

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-thebe/

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/AmandaThebex

Podcast | www.amandathebe.com/podcast

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Meet your host Lauren Chiren

Lauren 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 Stage

We 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...