The Laura Dowling Experience

Laura Dowling

Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. The Reality of School Meals in Ireland Today with Ger Killian

    1 DAY AGO

    The Reality of School Meals in Ireland Today with Ger Killian

    🎧 Episode Description This conversation with Ger Killian offers a thoughtful and honest look at what it really means to feed children in today’s world. As co-founder of The Lunch Bag, Ger has spent years navigating the realities of school meals - from supply chains and budgets to the emotional responses of parents and children alike. What emerges is a story not just about food, but about trust. Trust from parents who want reassurance their child will eat. Trust from children learning to try new things. And trust in a system that is still evolving, trying to balance immediate needs with long-term impact. This episode gently challenges assumptions, reminding us that meaningful change takes time. It invites us to think more deeply about how we support children - not just nutritionally, but emotionally and socially too. 🔑 Key Points Why “safe foods” matter Removing familiar foods like chicken goujons revealed how important predictable meals are for children, especially those under stress. The complexity of feeding children at scale Delivering meals involves logistics, cost pressures, regulations, and nutritional standards that most people never see. The unintended consequences of a welfare model Targeting meals at certain children can create stigma and affect how children engage with food in school. The role of culture in what children eat Historical and cultural influences shape how children respond to unfamiliar foods and new meals. Parental instinct and food security Parents often send extra lunches not out of distrust, but from a deep instinct to ensure their child is fed. The importance of education around food Without teaching children what they are eating, meals can feel unfamiliar and disengaging rather than supportive. A long-term opportunity for change School meals have the potential to improve not just nutrition, but equality, behaviour, and future outcomes. 📚 Mentioned in this Episode The Lunch Bag A leading Irish school meal provider delivering fresh, nutritionally balanced lunches to schools nationwide. Website - https://www.thelunchbag.ie/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelunchbag_/ Healthy Ireland Guidelines National nutritional standards that define what a balanced school meal should include in terms of protein, vegetables, and overall health. World Food Programme A global organisation that highlights how access to school meals, particularly for girls, can improve education and long-term outcomes. EU Child Guarantee A European initiative focused on ensuring children have access to essential services, including nutritious food and education. Ballymaloe An Irish food producer and cookery school that supported the development of nutritious sauces for school meals. Spice of Life (Cork) A food supplier that helped create large-scale, nutritionally balanced sauces for school meal programmes. Willowbrook (Belfast) A supplier providing fresh fruit and vegetables used in school meals across Ireland. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Ger and The Lunch Bag 03:00 - Building a school meal service from scratch 07:00 - The rollout of free school meals 10:00 - Welfare vs progressive school meal models 13:00 - Why children disengage from meals over time 18:30 - How school meals are produced and delivered 27:00 - Food culture and food neophobia in Ireland 32:00 - The chicken goujon controversy 36:00 - Reformulating “safe foods” for children 40:00 - Nutrition, lentils, and hidden improvements 48:00 - Food waste and misunderstanding the system 54:00 - What needs to change moving forward Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 15min
  2. Dr Andy Hogan on How the Immune System Shapes Your Health

    2 APR

    Dr Andy Hogan on How the Immune System Shapes Your Health

    🎧 Episode Description This episode traces Dr Andy Hogan’s path into immunology, from a childhood curiosity to a career exploring how the immune system shapes our health. Growing up in a challenging environment, the Access Programme gave him a route into higher education - highlighting the impact of support and opportunity. Alongside his story, Andy explains the immune system not just as a defence against illness, but as something deeply involved in everyday health. He explores how obesity, ageing, and chronic inflammation affect immune function, and how these links connect to conditions like diabetes, cancer, and infection. There’s also reflection on COVID-19, vaccines, and the future of medicine - from why pandemics were expected to how immunity develops over time. It’s a conversation that blends scientific insight with real-world impact. 🔑 Key Points A single opportunity can reshape a future The Access Programme gave Andy a pathway into higher education. A childhood moment led to a scientific career Early curiosity about genetics sparked a lifelong interest in biology. The immune system shapes everyday health It regulates metabolism, tissue health, and overall balance - not just infection. Obesity and immune ageing are linked Obesity can accelerate immune decline and affect disease response. COVID-19 exposed immune vulnerabilities The pandemic showed how differently populations respond to new threats. Medical research is opening new possibilities Immunology is unlocking new treatments for complex diseases. Vaccines protect communities, not just individuals They play a key role in protecting the most vulnerable. 📚 Mentioned in this Episode Access Programme – Supports students from underrepresented backgrounds into higher education.Donal O’Shea – Endocrinologist focused on obesity and metabolic health.Fiona Walsh – Researcher in antibiotic resistance and global health.GLP-1 medications – Drugs that regulate appetite and blood sugar.NK cells & macrophages – Immune cells that destroy threats and clear debris.CAR-T therapy & CRISPR – Technologies advancing cancer treatment and gene editing.HPV – Virus linked to several cancers; preventable through vaccination.Spanish flu, SARS, MERS, H1N1 – Major outbreaks shaping our understanding of pandemics. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Andy’s work in immunology 01:30 – Obesity and immune health 02:30 – GLP-1 therapies 04:00 – Early life and biology 06:00 – Access Programme 10:30 – Finding immunology 14:30 – Immune system basics 18:30 – COVID-19 insights 21:00 – Age and immune response 24:00 – Vaccines 28:00 – Future of medicine Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 27min
  3. The Power of Posture: Dignity in Later Life

    26 MAR

    The Power of Posture: Dignity in Later Life

    🎧 Episode Description Occupational therapist Martina Tierney joins the podcast to share how something as ordinary as a chair can profoundly shape a person’s health, independence and dignity. After witnessing older people being sold expensive but inappropriate equipment, Martina set out to change the system. What followed was the creation of Seating Matters, a company grounded in clinical evidence, compassion and respect. In this conversation, she explains how posture affects breathing, swallowing, pressure injuries, cognition and even a person’s sense of self. From the woman who could finally lift her head and make eye contact, to the man who believed he would die in bed until he was helped into a supportive chair and wheeled outside, this episode is a powerful reminder that dignity is often found in the smallest details. 🔑 Key Points From Frustration to Innovation Martina recognised that people were being sold expensive equipment without proper assessment, sparking the creation of Seating Matters. The Woman Who Could Finally Lift Her Head A properly fitted chair restored eye contact, safety and dignity to someone previously slumped and disengaged. “I Thought I Was Going to Die in Bed” A hospice patient’s simple wish to sit outside highlighted how seating can transform end of life experience. The Psychological Power of Sitting Upright Being out of bed shifts someone from passive patient to active participant in their own care. Reframing Dementia Behaviours What is labelled as aggression may be sensory disorientation. Understanding this changes how we respond. Health Consequences We Overlook Poor seating can contribute to pressure injuries, swallowing difficulties and recurrent urinary infections. Equity in Equipment People of size deserve equipment that fits them properly and respectfully. Family, Loss and Perspective Martina reflects on building the business with her husband and the importance of not postponing life. 📚 Mentioned in this Episode Seating Matters - A global seating and posture company founded by occupational therapist Martina Tierney, focused on improving dignity, independence and clinical outcomes through proper supportive seating. https://seatingmatters.com/gb-ie Pressure Injuries - National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) - Also known as bed sores, pressure injuries occur when prolonged pressure reduces blood flow to skin and underlying tissue, most commonly around bony areas such as the sacrum and coccyx. https://npiap.com/page/PressureInjuryStages World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) - The international body representing occupational therapists worldwide, promoting the role of OT in enabling independence, participation and meaningful daily life. https://wfot.org/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - From Frustrated OT to Founder 06:00 - “What Matters to You?” The OT Philosophy 12:00 - A Family Business Is Born 15:10 - The Man Who Thought He Would Never See Outside Again 18:45 - The Woman Who Could Finally Lift Her Head 21:10 - Why Getting Out of Bed Changes Everything 27:20 - Understanding Dementia Differently 33:00 - Designing Chairs for People of Size 40:45 - Losing James and Rethinking Work 51:10 - What Really Matters in Life Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 1min
  4. Women in Politics: Online Misogyny and the Fight to Be Heard

    19 MAR

    Women in Politics: Online Misogyny and the Fight to Be Heard

    🎧 Episode Description What does it really take for women to enter politics today? In this special edition from the European Parliament, Laura Dowling speaks with MEPs Kathleen Funchion and Cynthia Ní Mhurchú on International Women’s Day about their experiences of political life and the wider landscape for women entering leadership roles. Through personal stories and candid reflections, they discuss how they each found their way into politics and why there is no single blueprint for women who want to lead. The conversation explores the growing issue of online misogyny, the importance of representation in shaping policy on issues such as domestic violence, and the role Irish political parties must play in supporting more women to participate and progress into leadership positions. Together, they reflect on the resilience required to remain in public life and why creating a more inclusive political culture matters not only for women, but for democracy itself. 🔑 Key Points The reality of online misogyny in politics Both guests speak openly about the misogynistic abuse female politicians face online and how social media harassment has become a serious barrier discouraging women from entering public life. There is no single path into politics Kathleen Funchion and Cynthia Ní Mhurchú reflect on their personal journeys into politics, showing that women often arrive through very different life experiences and career paths. Why representation in politics matters The conversation highlights how having more women in political leadership influences the issues that receive attention, including policies that directly affect women’s lives. The impact of abuse on families and future candidates Online harassment does not only affect politicians themselves - many women hesitate to run for office because they worry about the impact on their families and children. Turning experience into political action Rather than ignoring abuse, the guests discuss how they channel these experiences into advocacy and policy work aimed at addressing misogyny and harassment. The role of political parties in supporting women Irish political parties, they argue, must do more to actively encourage and support women who want to enter politics and progress into leadership roles. Domestic violence and policy responsibility The discussion touches on how political representation can shape legislation and awareness around issues such as domestic violence and safety for women. Resilience in public life Remaining in politics often requires resilience and support networks, especially for women navigating hostility in public spaces. ⏱️ Timestamps 05:10 - Kathleen and Cynthia share how they first entered politics 11:40 - Why there is no single blueprint for women entering political life 14:10 - Confidence, opportunity, and why women hesitate to run 19:20 - Online misogyny and the abuse women face on social media 28:10 - The impact of online harassment on families and future candidates 36:50 - The importance of representation in politics and policymaking 49:00 - Domestic violence and the role of policy leadership 55:00 - Encouraging more women to participate in political leadership 59:20 - Resilience, public service, and the future of women in politics Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr
  5. Aoife Dunne: Ayahuasca, Grief and an Unexpected Route into Comedy

    12 MAR

    Aoife Dunne: Ayahuasca, Grief and an Unexpected Route into Comedy

    🎧 Episode Description Laura sits down with comedian Aoife Dunne for an honest and humorous conversation about everything from grief and fear to the unexpected turns life can take. Aoife opens up about the sudden loss of her mum while she was backpacking in her early twenties - a moment that changed the course of her life. After spending time in therapy and trying to make sense of the fear she carried, she eventually travelled to Brazil and took part in an ayahuasca ceremony with the hope of letting go of something she felt was holding her back. Alongside moments of humour, Aoife speaks candidly about fear, self-doubt, and what can happen when we stop trying to control every step of the journey. She shares how her unusual route into comedy emerged from years of searching, reflection, and gradually learning to trust where life might lead her. 🔑 Key Points Losing her mum while travelling Aoife reflects on receiving the news of her mother’s death while backpacking in her twenties and the shock of navigating grief far from home. Learning to live with loss Aoife talks about how grief shaped her twenties and how it continued to influence the way she approached life and relationships. The fear that held her back Aoife talks about the deep sense of fear she carried for many years - something she felt stopped her from fully pursuing the things she wanted in life. Travelling to Brazil for an ayahuasca ceremony Aoife explains why she eventually chose to take part in the ceremony and what she hoped to release. An unusual route into comedy Aoife reflects on how she ended up performing comedy despite never initially seeing it as her path. A new perspective on what matters Aoife reflects on how grief and reflection helped her appreciate the deeper value of love, relationships and everyday life. 📚 Mentioned in this Episode Aoife Dunne – Official Website & Tour Dates Find Aoife’s upcoming shows, including her stand-up show Good Grief, and buy tickets here: https://aoifedunnecomedy.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGncw1_OANO5trgzPuPL8lgOyBgmPgZt5OmJPMsxM0zj5P22v0kv5jsSqtynaw_aem_CrTmYABNtRBRDzzKsiU62g Aoife Dunne on Instagram Follow Aoife for updates, clips and tour announcements: https://www.instagram.com/aoife_is_never_dunne/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and meeting Aoife Dunne 06:00 – Growing up, family stories and humour 12:30 – “Aoife Dunne is a slut” 18:40 – Losing her mum while travelling in South America 27:00 – The lasting impact of grief 33:10 – Argentinian men vs Irish men 44:00 – Deciding to try ayahuasca in Brazil 50:30 – The emotional experience during the ceremony 58:20 – A new way of seeing her life 01:11:40 – An unusual path into comedy 01:28:00 – Not needing a perfect life plan 01:45:30 – The pressure of expectations in your thirties Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2h 9m
  6. Why I Left Stockbroking to Sell Cars From My Drive with Nadia Adan

    5 MAR

    Why I Left Stockbroking to Sell Cars From My Drive with Nadia Adan

    🎧 Episode Description Arriving in Ireland from Somalia as a child after years of displacement, Nadia grew up watching her mother sacrifice everything to create stability through education. That path led her into finance and onto a trading floor surrounded by high earners and high pressure — a version of success that looked impressive but never fully felt aligned. What began with selling her own 08 BMW after a disappointing dealer offer gradually turned into something bigger. From selling cars on her drive to leasing a yard just before the pandemic, Nadia shares the discipline, doubt, criticism and resilience behind building Ashford Motors. 🔑 Key Points Displacement and Determination Nadia shares how early instability and migration shaped her resilience. The Weight of Expectation Growing up with a mother who sacrificed everything created both pressure and motivation. Success That Didn’t Feel Like Success Despite qualifying as a stockbroker, something felt missing. An Accidental Entrepreneurial Spark Selling her own BMW revealed a different path. Building From Her Own Drive Before Ashford Motors, she was learning, reinvesting, and doing everything herself. The Shock of the Pandemic Opening a yard just before lockdown threatened the business before it had momentum. Visibility Through Social Media Turning to TikTok became a lifeline when no one knew who she was. Choosing Belief Over Approval Receiving SIMI accreditation marked a turning point in confidence. 📚 Mentioned in this Episode Ashford Motors – Founded by Nadia, a luxury and premium car dealership. https://www.ashfordmotors.ie/ Ashford Approved (AM Approved) – Nadia’s second garage, offering more affordable and accessible vehicles alongside her premium range. https://www.amapproved.ie/ SIMI (Society of the Irish Motor Industry) – The official representative body for the motor industry in Ireland, providing accreditation and governance standards for dealerships and motor businesses. https://www.simi.ie/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – From Somalia to Ireland 06:30 – Education and the Path Into Finance 13:00 – Inside the High-Pressure Trading Floor 21:00 – Reselling the 08 BMW 29:00 – Reinvesting Profits and Learning the Trade 36:00 – Opening Ashford Motors 41:00 – Lockdown Shock 46:00 – Marketing Through Social Media 54:00 – Reputation, Criticism and Credibility 01:01:00 – SIMI Accreditation 01:08:00 – Building a Business With Discipline Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 7min
  7. Understanding Eating Disorders - Control, Shame, and Recovery with Laura Casey

    26 FEB

    Understanding Eating Disorders - Control, Shame, and Recovery with Laura Casey

    🎧 Episode Description Eating disorders are complex, layered, and often hidden in plain sight. In this episode, psychiatric nurse Laura Casey helps us understand the difference between disordered eating and a clinically diagnosed eating disorder - and why that distinction matters. Drawing on years of frontline experience, Laura explores the psychological roots of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID. She explains how these illnesses are not about vanity, but instead are coping mechanisms linked to trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, grief, and the need for control. She also sheds light on the physical risks - from refeeding syndrome to bone density loss - and why early intervention dramatically improves the chances of full recovery. Alongside clinical insight, this episode gives voice to the lived experience of those struggling in silence. It addresses stigma within healthcare, the pressure of social media, the rise in cases during COVID, and the heartbreaking reality that Ireland currently has only three public adult inpatient beds. 🔑 Key Points 1. When Food Becomes an Internal Battle Eating disorders often involve a powerful internal voice that overrides rational thinking and drives secrecy, rigidity, and isolation. 2. ARFID and Neurodivergence Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder is increasingly recognised, particularly in neurodivergent individuals, and deserves equal seriousness and support. 3. The Role of Trauma and Anxiety Experiences such as grief, bullying, family breakdown, or suppressed emotions can contribute to the development of disordered eating behaviours. 4. The Hidden Physical Toll Malnourishment affects cognition, heart function, bone health, sleep, fertility, and digestion - and purging behaviours can cause serious internal damage. 5. Why Families Matter Family dynamics can influence recovery - both positively and negatively - and family therapy can play a crucial role in long-term progress. 6. Relapse Is a Blip, Not a Failure Recovery can include setbacks. Early warning signs and relapse prevention planning are key to sustaining progress. 7. Stigma Within Healthcare Many people feel dismissed or reduced to their diagnosis when seeking treatment - highlighting the need for holistic, compassionate care. 📚 Mentioned in This Episode DSM-5 - Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders ICD Codes - International Classification of Diseases Eating Disorders Anorexia nervosa/Bulimia nervosa/Binge Eating Disorder/Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder - ARFID https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/anorexia-nervosa/ Refeeding Syndrome CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy DBT - Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Bodywhys - The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland https://bodywhys.ie/ +353 01 210 7906 Samaritans Ireland jo@samaritans.ie Freephone: 116 123 Pieta House Freephone: 1800 247 247 0818 111 126 HSE Eating Disorder Teams (Public Health) 1800 111 888 (Referral must be made through GP) Lois Bridges (Private/Self pay/HSE funding) manager@loisbridges.ie www.loisbridges.ie +353 87 653 9747 CARED Ireland (Caring About Recovery from an Eating Disorder) CAREDireland@gmail.com Supporting Families zuzanna.deirdre@gmail.com Family Therapist Lana Galkovskaja info@loisbridges.ie ⏱️ Timestamps 03:00 – Disordered Eating vs Eating Disorders 07:00 – ARFID and Sensory Restriction 13:00 – Trauma, Perfectionism and Control 18:30 – Medical Risks and Refeeding 24:00 – Specialist Therapies and Medication 29:30 – The Gap in Irish Services 34:00 – What Parents and Friends Can Do 40:00 – Relapse Prevention and WRAP Planning 46:00 – Hope at Any Stage of Life Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 11min
  8. Liz Dwyer on When the System Keeps You Married

    19 FEB

    Liz Dwyer on When the System Keeps You Married

    🎧 Episode Description Liz Dwyer joins the podcast to discuss what life looks like when separation doesn’t bring closure. Still legally married six years on, she reflects on the gaps in Ireland’s divorce process and the contradictions of being asked to co-parent calmly while fighting legal battles behind the scenes. Beyond the courtroom, Liz talks about the coping tools that kept her going, from the books that helped her make sense of what she was living through to the unexpected fun of dating again. Liz also speaks about later marriage and family-building in Ireland, and her work on the Future Fertility Show, which focuses on education, access, and support around fertility and reproductive health.  Key Points Honest discussion about cosmetic and pelvic health treatments — what works and what doesn’tWhy pelvic floor strength matters more than cosmetic proceduresHow Ireland’s divorce system is slow, opaque, and outdatedThe emotional and financial toll of being stuck in long-term legal limboLack of transparency and consistency in family court decisionsBeing forced to co-parent while legally positioned as adversariesTotal absence of structured support for people going through divorceComparison with faster, more straightforward divorce systems abroadDating after separation as an unexpected source of healing and perspectiveThe need for real support networks around divorce, fertility, and family change 📚 Mentioned in this Episode Broken Open – Elizabeth Lesser A reflective book about how major life upheavals such as divorce, loss, or illness can break familiar structures and open the door to growth, meaning, and change. It explores resilience, identity, and rebuilding after rupture. Future Fertility Show A fertility-focused event covering education, clinics, talks, and support services. 📍 Location: RDS, Dublin 📅 Dates: March 21–22 🎟️ Tickets: https://www.futurefertilityshow.com/ Future Beauty Show A medical-led beauty and health event focused on hormones, wellbeing, and evidence-based education. 📍 Location: RDS, Dublin 📅 Dates: March 21–22 🎟️ Tickets: https://futurebeautyshow.com/ Future Men’s Health Show An event dedicated to men’s health, hormones, longevity, and wellbeing, developed in response to growing demand for accessible expert-led information. 📍 Location: RDS, Dublin 📅 Dates: March 21–22 🎟️ Tickets: https://www.futuremenshealth.com/ ⏱️ Timestamps 03:10 – Trying beauty treatments to give honest advice 06:05 – Why divorce in Ireland is so difficult 14:10 – Court delays and legal limbo 17:45 – Co-parenting pressures 26:30 – Psychological toll of uncertainty 31:10 – Lack of support structures 36:45 – Books and coping tools 45:50 – Dating after separation 50:40 – Future Fertility Show Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Laura Dowling
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    170
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