The House of Hormones

The House of Hormones

Welcome to The House of Hormones Podcast, where we empower and educate our community about hormonal health in a fun, relatable, and inclusive way. Since launching in mid-2024, we’ve grown to over 10,000 members and a vibrant social media following. With overwhelming demand, we’re excited to launch The House of Hormones Podcast in March 2025! Our episodes balance education with lighthearted, authentic conversations; think of it like a sassy, unfiltered group chat. Whether you're managing pms, perimenopause, or seeking wellness tips, this podcast is designed for everyone.

  1. 5d ago

    Can Technology Help Treat Depression? Flow Neuroscience on Mental Health, Perimenopause & the Brain

    Season 2 Episode 16 – Flow Neuroscience In this episode of The House of Hormones, we sit down with the team behind Flow Neuroscience to explore the future of mental health treatment and why so many people feel left behind by traditional healthcare systems.We discuss the growing mental health crisis, the challenges facing healthcare today, and why the founders felt there was a need for a different approach to supporting people living with depression.The conversation dives into the science behind Flow Neuroscience's technology, how it works, and the research supporting its use in mental health treatment. We also explore the relationship between depression, hormones, and women's health, including why perimenopause can be such a challenging time for many women.As part of the episode, we share findings from The House of Hormones in-house study with Flow, along with real experiences and feedback from women who have used the technology themselves.Most importantly, we discuss the importance of conversation, support, and seeking help because nobody should feel they have to navigate depression or perimenopause alone.Don’t just listen, let’s talk about it! Join us in the Podcast Lounge on our website forum, where you can share your thoughts with other women (anonymously if you like). https://thehouseofhormones.com/forum/podcast-lounge/https://thehouseofhormones.com/https://www.instagram.com/thehouseofhormones/

    1h 3m
  2. Jun 9

    Some Friends Don't Deserve Your Energy or Time! Roxy Shahidi on The House of Hormones

    Season 2 Episode 15 Roxy Shahidi In this episode of The House of Hormones, we welcome back actress, yoga teacher, and wellness advocate Roxy Shahidi for a deeply honest conversation about women's health, self-care, motherhood, friendship, and navigating the changes that come with midlife. Following her hugely popular first appearance on the podcast, Roxy returns to discuss why so many women prioritise everyone else before themselves, and how finding time for self-care is essential rather than selfish. We explore the pressures women face from a young age to look a certain way, stay positive, and put others first, often at the expense of their own wellbeing. Roxy shares her thoughts on finding trustworthy health information in a world full of conflicting advice, why sleep should be one of the biggest priorities for long-term health, and reflects on her experience taking part in Dancing on Ice. The conversation also covers pregnancy, emergency medical appointments, recovery from a C-section, and Roxy's journey into perimenopause. We discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with good friends, overcoming fears of abandonment, and building strong support networks through life's challenges. Finally, Roxy shares the inspiration behind YogaRox, her passion for helping others through movement and mindfulness, and the practices that help her stay grounded. 00:00 Intro 01:00 House of Hormones listeners loved Roxy's first episode 02:00 Why women need to prioritise themselves 05:00 The pressures women face growing up 10:00 Finding trustworthy health information 13:00 Why sleep should be a top priority 15:00 Dancing on Ice 20:00 Pregnancy, C-sections and emergency appointments 24:00 Entering perimenopause 28:00 Friendship and keeping the right people around you 40:00 Fear of abandonment 45:00 What is YogaRox? From perimenopause and sleep to friendship, self-care, motherhood, and personal growth, this episode is packed with honest insights and practical wisdom for women navigating every stage of life.

    49 min
  3. Jun 2

    Stop Cutting the Wrong Food From Your Diet! Becki Hawkins on The House of Hormones Podcast

    Season 2 Episode 14 – Becki Hawkins In this episode of The House of Hormones, we’re joined by Becki Hawkins, Registered Nutritional Therapist, Senior Nutritionist at Champneys, and one of the leading voices in evidence-based nutrition and wellness. Becki shares her practical approach to nutrition, explaining why many people focus too much on what they should cut out of their diet rather than the nutrients they should be adding in. We explore the powerful connection between gut health, hormones, stress, sleep, and overall wellbeing, and why these systems should never be looked at in isolation. We also discuss the role of caffeine, the key nutrients that can support better sleep and stress management, and whether frozen fruit and vegetables can sometimes be just as good — or even better — than fresh. The conversation dives into some of the most popular nutrition topics online today, including intermittent fasting, restrictive diets, and the foods that can help support long-term health. Becki also shares her recommendations for creating balanced breakfasts, lunches, and family meals, as well as how women’s relationships with nutrition have evolved over recent years. Finally, we discuss the biggest challenge facing the wellness industry today and why education remains the most powerful tool for improving health outcomes. 00:00 Intro 01:00 Who is Becki Hawkins? 02:00 Why people focus too much on what to remove from their diet 05:00 Gut health and its role in regulating hormones 12:00 Stress, sleep, diet and caffeine 15:00 Key nutrients that support sleep and stress management 20:00 Frozen fruit and vegetables vs fresh 28:00 Which diets can negatively impact health? 32:00 Intermittent fasting: helpful or harmful? 40:00 Why savoury breakfasts are often the better choice 45:00 What makes an ideal lunch? 47:00 Healthy evening meals for families 49:00 How women's relationship with nutrition has evolved 55:00 The biggest wellness challenge today: education Whether you're interested in hormone health, nutrition, gut health, sleep, stress management, or practical wellness advice, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights you can apply immediately. Topics Covered

    59 min
  4. May 26

    We Are Moving Backwards With Womens Rights! Emilie Lavinia

    Season 2 Episode 13 – Emilie Lavinia In this episode of The House of Hormones, we’re joined by journalist, wellness writer, and podcast host Emilie Lavinia for an honest conversation about the modern wellness industry, meditation, trends, and staying calm in a world full of information overload. Emilie shares how she began reporting on women’s health and wellness, along with her experience creating meditation guides designed to help people slow down and reconnect with themselves. We discuss why finding the right style of meditation matters, and how wellness practices should feel supportive rather than overwhelming. We also dive into some of the biggest red flags in the wellness industry — from contradictory podcast advice to trending buzzwords and marketing tactics designed to target the nervous system. Emilie explains why critical thinking is so important in today’s wellness space, especially as misinformation continues to grow online. The episode also explores rising concerns around sun damage awareness, Emilie’s plans to expand her podcast and writing this year, and the personal habits she uses to stay calm and grounded. 00:00 Intro01:00 Leah and Emilie’s friendship02:00 Emilie’s work reporting on women’s health04:00 Emilie’s meditation guide11:00 Why finding the right meditation matters13:00 Biggest red flags in the wellness industry25:00 Contradictions in wellness podcasts28:00 Trending wellness buzzwords30:00 Wellness advertising and the nervous system32:00 Why sun damage awareness has increased40:00 Emilie’s plans for podcasting and writing44:00 How Emilie stays calm Topics Covered

    52 min
  5. May 19

    1 Minute Of Exercise Is All You Need To Get Fit! Lavina Mehta MBE

    Season 2 Episode 12 – Lavina Mehta MBE In this episode of The House of Hormones, we’re joined by award-winning fitness coach, author, and wellness advocate Lavina Mehta MBE. Lavina shares her inspiring fitness journey and how movement became a powerful tool not just for physical health, but for mental wellbeing. She talks about the idea of exercising for “sanity, not vanity”, and how women can begin their fitness journey at any stage of life. We also discuss Lavina’s personal experience navigating Perimenopause, including symptoms like brain fog and anxiety, and why speaking openly about these experiences can help so many other women feel less alone. Lavina explains the importance of awareness and prevention when it comes to women’s health — without creating unnecessary fear. As a passionate advocate for women’s wellbeing, Lavina also shares her work supporting charities, empowering communities, and encouraging women to support each other rather than compete. We also talk about her book and the message she hopes it brings to women everywhere. 00:00 Intro 01:00 The rebirth of Lavina (and why she wears pink) 02:00 Lavina’s fitness journey and how it began 06:00 Exercise for sanity, not vanity 09:00 How women can start their fitness journey 13:00 Navigating Perimenopause 17:00 Brain fog and driving anxiety 19:00 Why speaking out helps other women 22:00 Awareness vs fear when talking about women’s health 28:00 Lavina’s charity and ambassador work 39:00 Why women should support each other 42:00 The Feel Good Fix

    51 min
  6. May 5

    Working with Davina Mccall and products women SHOULD USE! Jane James on The House of Hormones

    Season 2 Episode 10 – Jane James In this episode of The House of Hormones, we’re joined by women’s hormone specialist Jane James to talk about perimenopause, HRT, and why so many women feel dismissed when they seek help for hormone-related symptoms. Jane shares how her work supporting women through hormonal changes led her to specialise in perimenopause and menopause care. We also discuss the symptoms many women experience during perimenopause, what happened when Jane herself began HRT, and the practical questions women should be asking their doctors when exploring hormone replacement therapy. We also explore why younger women should be included in conversations around perimenopause so they can be better prepared, the importance of seeking reliable expert advice, and Jane’s experience working alongside Davina McCall, who has played a major role in raising awareness around menopause in the UK. Jane also shares practical tips for using HRT treatments such as creams, gels and tablets, along with her top advice for women navigating hormonal changes today. 00:00 Intro01:00 Who is Jane James02:00 Working with Davina McCall04:00 Why many women feel dismissed by their GP06:00 Why Jane began working in women’s hormones10:00 Symptoms of perimenopause17:00 Jane’s experience starting HRT22:00 What to ask your doctor about HRT24:00 Tips for using creams and gels31:00 Why younger women should understand perimenopause40:00 Why you shouldn’t believe everything online45:00 More on Jane’s work with Davina McCall51:00 What’s next for Jane James57:00 Jane’s top tip01:01:00 Demonstrating creams, gels and tablets Topics Covered

    1h 17m
  7. Apr 28

    Married at First Sight, MAFS, Relationship advice and Hormones, Charlene Douglas

    In this episode of The House of Hormones, we’re joined by Charlene Douglas, relationship expert from Married at First Sight. Charlene works with couples on one of the world’s most talked-about relationship shows, helping them navigate intimacy, communication, conflict, and emotional connection. In this conversation, we go behind the scenes of the show and dive deep into the psychology of relationships — from why people get “the ick” to how hormones influence libido and intimacy. We also explore how our upbringing shapes the way we love, why healthy relationships require self-reflection, and how couples can communicate openly about desire, personality differences, and conflict. Charlene also shares what it’s really like working with couples on Married at First Sight, how experts deal with difficult behaviour on the show, and reflects on the passing of co-host Mel Schilling. 00:00 Intro01:00 Charlene as a relationship expert on MAFS03:00 What it’s really like behind the scenes on MAFS04:00 Why women get “the ick”09:00 How MAFS raises awareness around deeper topics14:00 Why healthy relationships require self-reflection21:00 How hormones impact intimacy27:00 How couples should talk about libido33:00 Why we are a product of our environment36:00 Reconnecting with desire41:00 Personality mismatches in relationships44:00 Managing conflict53:00 Handling bad behaviour on MAFS55:00 Remembering Mel01:02:00 Charlene’s favourite couple01:05:00 Navigating conflict in relationships SponsorMy Blend Show Noteshttp://bit.ly/wefeellikeroommates Topics Covered

    1h 10m

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Welcome to The House of Hormones Podcast, where we empower and educate our community about hormonal health in a fun, relatable, and inclusive way. Since launching in mid-2024, we’ve grown to over 10,000 members and a vibrant social media following. With overwhelming demand, we’re excited to launch The House of Hormones Podcast in March 2025! Our episodes balance education with lighthearted, authentic conversations; think of it like a sassy, unfiltered group chat. Whether you're managing pms, perimenopause, or seeking wellness tips, this podcast is designed for everyone.

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