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Struggling with menopause or perimenopause symptoms like weight gain, anxiety, or hot flushes? Join host Melanie White every fortnight for real conversations with midlife women and health professionals, to help you you navigate the ups and downs of midlife. Got a topic you'd like to hear about? Let us know in the comments below so we can cover what matters most to you. Find out more + connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://www.sagewomenshealth.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sagemenopause 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagemenopause/

  1. Navigating Midlife: Nutrition, Menopause, and the Power of Protein

    FEB 22

    Navigating Midlife: Nutrition, Menopause, and the Power of Protein

    Today, Melanie and registered dietitian and coach Amanda Mannes explore midlife nutrition challenges and how women's dietary needs evolve during this pivotal life stage. They discuss the impact of stress and sleep on overall health, with Amanda sharing a candid account of weight gain during a stressful period - even while eating clean - to remind us that non-food factors can influence the scale. The conversation dives into practical nutrition, including protein needs for midlife women (Amanda suggests about 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight) and easy swaps like high-protein yogurt, pairing carbohydrates with protein to stabilise blood sugar and curb cravings, and a quick look at cholesterol management with plant sterols. They also highlight a crucial strategy: making one effective dietary change at a time to build sustainable, lasting habits. Connect with Amanda here: https://www.amandamannes.com.au/ Learn more about protein intake in midlife & menopause here: https://www.sagewomenshealth.com/menopause/weight-gain-loss/prioritising-protein-drop-size-menopause Learn more about cholesterol management here: https://www.sagewomenshealth.com/menopause/cholesterol-and-menopause

    43 min
  2. HRT Patches Australia Shortage: How Lorai Health Is Fixing the Menopause Access Crisis

    FEB 18

    HRT Patches Australia Shortage: How Lorai Health Is Fixing the Menopause Access Crisis

    Australia is facing an ongoing HRT patches shortage, leaving many women asking: Are HRT patches available in Australia? In this episode of The Sage Women Podcast, we speak with Johanna Wicks and Raisa Montero from Lorai Health, the Australian women’s health startup working to solve the hormone replacement therapy patch shortage. For more than 20 years, only three HRT patches have been available in Australia - contributing to repeated supply disruptions. Combined with PBS pricing pressures and global pharmaceutical market dynamics, Australian women navigating menopause and perimenopause have been left without reliable access to essential treatment. Lorai Health is developing a two-generation innovation strategy: A faster-to-market patch using advanced medical materials, followed by next-generation materials and adhesives designed specifically for women. In this conversation, we explore: - Why HRT patches are in short supply in Australia - The impact on menopause and perimenopause care - Cost and access challenges - The difference between continuous and combined HRT patches - The funding barriers female founders face in women’s health - How broader access to HRT could translate into billions of dollars of savings, in preventable age-related healthcare challenges. If you’re searching for answers about HRT patches in Australia, menopause treatment options, or the future of women’s health innovation, this episode delivers clarity and hope. Visit Lorai Health: loraihealth.com Support Lorai with a donation: loraihealth.com/donate Follow in Instagram: instagram.com/loraihealth Follow on Substack: The Patch Report: thepatchreport.substack.com

    36 min
  3. ADHD in Midlife: Reclaiming Capacity, Clarity & Confidence

    FEB 8

    ADHD in Midlife: Reclaiming Capacity, Clarity & Confidence

    What happens when ADHD meets perimenopause — and no one’s talking about it? In this honest, empowering episode of Sage Women, host Melanie White is joined by executive coaches Simone Outteridge, Lisa Allen, and Tara Blanchy to unpack the unique experience of women navigating ADHD in midlife — often without a diagnosis, a roadmap, or the language to explain what’s going on. Drawing on their coaching practice and personal stories, these women explore: ✅ The symptom overlap between ADHD and menopause ✅ Why so many midlife women are misdiagnosed — or missed entirely ✅ How masking and perfectionism drain energy and self-worth ✅ Practical, brain-based strategies for executive function and focus ✅ Tools for embracing change, owning your story, and building a new narrative From digital tools and mindset shifts to the power of self-compassion, this episode is a must-listen for women navigating neurodiversity, hormonal transitions, and the complex demands of midlife. Midlife isn’t the end - it’s a chance to rewire, reframe and rise. Listen to the Fog and the Fury Podcast series here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ6K1-HJt3_0K875N6jCtCQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FzOJ6xIJofH5ogcWXrwED

    45 min
  4. Designing Work That Works for Women: Confidence, Connection & Capacity in Midlife

    JAN 26

    Designing Work That Works for Women: Confidence, Connection & Capacity in Midlife

    What if the way we design work could directly improve mental health, confidence, and long-term career wellbeing - especially for women navigating midlife transitions? In this episode of Sage Women, Michelle Hasani, Rebecca Hannan and Mel share a bold, evidence-based conversation shaped by their collaboration, Work by Design. Together, they explore how cognitive and relational shifts in midlife -including those brought on by menopause - intersect with neuroscience, work culture, and gendered systems. We dive into why job design isn't just about productivity — it's a health intervention and equity strategy. Through real-world stories and stats, we unpack how autonomy, allyship and psychological safety can transform workplaces. You’ll hear about practical strategies like job crafting, co-created wellbeing plans, and how relational intelligence can build stronger, more inclusive teams. This episode is rich with insights for leaders, people practitioners, and anyone ready to reimagine how we show up, support each other, and succeed at work - by design.

    34 min
  5. How to Shape Your Message So It’s Heard - Insights from a comms tool women are quietly adopting

    JAN 12

    How to Shape Your Message So It’s Heard - Insights from a comms tool women are quietly adopting

    On this episode, Melanie sits down with Kylie Ingram, CEO of Wizer Business, to explore Wizer Snaps, a smart communication tool that helps users tailor their messages based on decision profiles. They discuss how women often use the tool to prepare for meetings and craft messages with care, while men are increasingly using it for sales and business development. The conversation highlights the importance of effective communication, especially for women in midlife who may face ADHD and communication anxiety. Kylie shares three practical steps to improve communication: understand the recipient's decision profile, lead with what they want to hear first, and be bold about your goals rather than chasing harmony. They also explore how the tool reframes difficult conversations around decision-making frameworks rather than emotional responses. The episode addresses the way women's communication is judged differently, and the double bind of being too soft or too tough - emphasising how Wizer offers a smart, supportive way to plan and shape conversations for better leadership and collaboration. WizerBusiness: Learn more here YouTube Link: The Science of Yes - 7 Decision Profiles that Lift Donor Response Paper: Fear of Backlash Moderates Female Senior Executives' Communion (but Not Agency) as Compared to Female Lecturers Quantum Impact Group article: Embracing Your Power: A Guide for Women in Leadership

    30 min
  6. Selfish, Selfless, or Something In Between? A Brief Exploration of Midlife Burnout

    12/28/2025

    Selfish, Selfless, or Something In Between? A Brief Exploration of Midlife Burnout

    Midlife is a crossroads where caring for others can come at our own expense. This reflective episode dives into the burnout that can follow and challenges the old labels of selfish and selfless. Is there a healthier middle ground? Join us as we explore what women really need - to find a new language and to start considering the concepts of the middle ground - self-care, self-love, and self-compassion. If you’re ready to reframe care as a sustainable act of kindness toward yourself, this is the podcast for you. How likely are you to put others first? Take the Four Tendencies Quiz, which I use with many of my clients: https://gretchenrubin.com/quiz/the-four-tendencies-quiz/ Listen to the previous episode on this topic by Melanie White: https://melaniejwhite.com/episode-71-selfish-vs-selfless/

    6 min
  7. DNA to Decisions: Tailoring Midlife Health with Genomics and Coaching

    12/14/2025

    DNA to Decisions: Tailoring Midlife Health with Genomics and Coaching

    Melanie and Pharmacist Therese Loo explore personalised health care for women in midlife. In this episode, they discuss how DNA testing and blood panels combined with science-based health coaching can deliver individualized strategies that fit each person’s unique biology and life circumstances. They examine how genetic predispositions interact with lifestyle factors to influence health outcomes, emphasizing that genetics offer insights but environmental and dietary changes can profoundly impact longevity and well-being. The conversation highlights how we are all unique, it's time to move past the one-size-fits-most approach, and to take a holistic and personalised approach to help each woman optimise health during menopausal transitions. By addressing inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and other midlife challenges through personalised nutrition and targeted support services, we can turn information into insights and practical, everyday health decisions. Connect with Therese: Learn more about DNA testing: pharmacistedit.com/dnatesting 
 Listen to my podcast on DNA testing: pharmacistedit.com/tldna 
 Subscribe for new articles and wellness updates: pharmacistedit.com/subscribe And to every listener - if you’re curious about whether DNA analysis could be your missing piece, I offer a free 30-minute Health Chat to explore if this approach fits your goals. It’s simply a conversation to clarify, not commit. https://pharmacistedit.com/work-with-me

    41 min
  8. Empowered Movement: Overcoming Barriers to Fitness in Remote Areas

    11/30/2025

    Empowered Movement: Overcoming Barriers to Fitness in Remote Areas

    Melanie and Michelle explore how where you live shapes your fitness journey. In this episode, they discuss access to exercise in remote areas, with Michelle sharing her firsthand experiences teaching fitness in rural Victoria and highlighting the prominent role of community sports in these regions. They discuss the unique challenges women in rural areas face when returning to physical activity after leaving team sports - balancing family duties and limited access to resources. The conversation wraps with practical strategies to boost physical activity in remote areas, emphasising community support, creative and accessible workout ideas, and the exciting potential of connecting distant towns through shared fitness activities. Whether you’re in a rural town or just curious about rural health, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration. Connect with Michelle: Email: michelle@findyourfitt.com.au Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577855840309

    27 min
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Struggling with menopause or perimenopause symptoms like weight gain, anxiety, or hot flushes? Join host Melanie White every fortnight for real conversations with midlife women and health professionals, to help you you navigate the ups and downs of midlife. Got a topic you'd like to hear about? Let us know in the comments below so we can cover what matters most to you. Find out more + connect with us: 🌐 Website: https://www.sagewomenshealth.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sagemenopause 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagemenopause/

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  • Creator
    Sage Womens Health
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Sage Womens Health
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    Sage Women