Woman, Unravelled

Michelle Haslam
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Woman, Unravelled is the short, sometimes sweary, no-bullsh*t podcast for women who feel like they’re holding everything together - but inside, it’s all coming undone. Hosted by Michelle Haslam, a single mum and midlife truth-teller, each episode dives into the messy, magical, often maddening reality of being a woman over 40. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, stuck in a relationship, going through a divorce, juggling parenting, co-parenting, or wondering if it’s too late to start over - we’re talking about it here. Expect blunt takes, honest stories, and episodes that never go over 30 minutes. Because, let’s be honest - none of us have the brain capacity for more.

Episodes

  1. 10/01/2025

    Simple Skincare Over 40: What Really Works for Smooth Skin

    My skin in my early 40s used to feel so rough that makeup would cling to every patch - honestly like sandpaper.  Over time, I’ve found a simple skincare routine that smoothed everything out and gave me back confidence. In this episode I share exactly what I use (spoiler: no Botox involved!) and why it works for me as a busy single mum who doesn’t have time for a complicated 10-step routine. Products & links mentioned in the episode are in the description below, including TikTok shop and Amazon options. If you’re over 40 and looking for skincare that actually makes makeup go on smoothly, this one’s for you. Morning routine:  Azio Serum Napiers Speedwell Moisturiser Elf Holy Hydration Moisturiser Evening Routine: Elf Holy Hydration Makeup Remover Balm Aveeno Cleanser Makeup Removing Cloths Skin & Me - double discount! £3.50 for first and fifth months Fat Cow Beef Tallow Contact me anytime! womanunravelled@gmail.com This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    7 min

  2. 09/24/2025

    The secret power of Winter: Restore, reset, and rise again!

    The nights are drawing in, the days are getting shorter… and for many of us, that shift can feel heavy.  But what if winter wasn’t something to endure - what if it was your secret power? In this episode, The secret power of Winter: Restore, reset & rise again, I share how the darker months can become a season of restoration and renewal.  We’ll talk about how to slow down, why it matters, and the simple rituals that can help you reset your energy and rise stronger on the other side. If you’ve ever struggled with winter blues or felt your energy dip as the seasons change, this conversation will help you see the season differently - not as an ending, but as a powerful time of growth and self-development. Products mentioned in the video (affiliate links)  Wintering book by Katherine May: https://amzn.to/4mvH6yo Wake up lamp: https://amzn.to/46EiZrr 10k Lux Lamp: https://amzn.to/48tLhqP Vitamin D3 & K2: https://amzn.to/4nOnOFu #Wintering #MidlifeReset #RestoreResetRise #WinterWellness #SelfDevelopmentJourney Contact me anytime! womanunravelled@gmail.com This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    22 min

  3. 09/17/2025

    The truth about side hustles over 40: What no one tells you

    No BS chat for women over 40 thinking about building their own business. In this episode, I dive into the pitfalls of self-employment and side hustles when you’re an over-40 woman, mum, or single mum. From late nights and unpredictable income to tech overwhelm and balancing family life - it’s not always as glamorous as it looks on Instagram. But it’s not all doom and gloom. I also share the positives of building your own thing in midlife - the flexibility, freedom, creativity, and the pride of showing your kids what’s possible. Whether you’re considering starting something new or you’ve already taken the leap, this episode is here to help you feel less alone and more prepared for the journey. Download your FREE PDF: The over 40s guide to starting an online business here  👉 Hit subscribe if you want more honest conversations about money, midlife, and making it work on your own terms. #SideHustlesOver40 #WomenOver40 #SelfEmployment #SingleMumLife #MidlifeMoney Contact me anytime! womanunravelled@gmail.com This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    27 min

  4. 09/10/2025

    Age Is No Excuse - Smart Side Hustles for Over 40s

    Think you’ve left it too late to start something new? Think again. In this episode, I’m sharing why age is no excuse when it comes to creating income streams that fit your life. As a single mum mid-divorce, I know first-hand how important financial independence is - and why women over 40 are actually better equipped than ever to build freedom and choice. We’ll dive into: The mindset shift that makes money-making possible at any ageHow to leverage the skills and experience you already haveSmart side hustle ideas for women over 40 (freelance, digital, product-based, and more)Why digital products and social media are game-changersHow community and collaboration open doors you can’t imagine yetSimple baby steps to get started this week 🎁 Mentioned in this episode: The Over 40’s Guide to Starting an Online Business - grab your copy here: https://womanunravelled.gumroad.com/l/qdilsx.  You don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need perfect tech skills. You only need to be a couple of steps ahead - and that’s where the magic happens. Contact me anytime! womanunravelled@gmail.com  #WomenOver40  #SideHustleLife  #MidlifeMoney  #FinancialFreedomJourney  #Over40AndThriving  #DigitalProducts  #FreelanceLife  #MoneyMindset  #OnlineBusinessTips  #MidlifeMotivation  Contact me anytime! womanunravelled@gmail.com This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    26 min

  5. 09/03/2025

    15 Perimenopausal symptoms you've NEVER heard of

    Perimenopause isn’t just hot flushes and mood swings - it’s a whole catalogue of bizarre, uncomfortable, and sometimes quite funny symptoms no one warns you about.  In this episode, I share some of the weirdest ones I’ve personally experienced (hello, cotton wool tongue and chin hair), plus the incredible list of unusual symptoms my community sent me - from itchy ears to something called Disney rash. I’ll also talk about how I’ve been learning to cope: adding nourishing foods instead of dieting, moving in ways that feel good, managing sleep chaos, and finding humour in the madness. More than anything, I want you to know you’re not alone.  If you’ve been Googling your symptoms at 3am, wondering if you’ve lost yourself, this episode is for you. Here's the link to the FREE perimenopausal one page checklist pdf: https://womanunravelled.gumroad.com/l/ookqgq #womanunravelled #perimenopause #weirdsymptoms #menopausehealth #midlifewomen #over40women #hormonehealth #midlifeunravelled  This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    21 min

  6. 08/27/2025

    No more Bungalow Legs! Habits that finally brought me relief from perimenopause

    In this episode, I share the strategies and simple daily habits that helped me manage my perimenopausal symptoms - from sleepless nights and anxiety, to low energy and aches and pains (like Bungalow Legs!).  This isn’t about perfection or quick fixes, it’s about building gentle routines that make a real difference.  I’ll also share the things that didn’t work for me, so you don’t waste your time. Plus, there’s a FREE PDF checklist to stick on your fridge and help you remember and apply these tips in your own life. ✨ What you’ll hear in this episode: How I improved my sleep without drastic changesWhy low-carb and restriction diets made things worseThe supplements that made a differenceGentle exercise habits that actually helped my bodyDaily mindset shifts that gave me energy back📥 Download the free Perimenopause Symptom Relief Checklist here: https://womanunravelled.gumroad.com/l/ookqgq #Perimenopause #PerimenopauseRelief #MenopauseSupport #WomensHealth #MidlifeWomen #HormoneHealth #MenopauseTips #MenopauseJourney #PerimenopauseSymptoms #WellnessForWomen This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    23 min

  7. 08/20/2025

    Perimenopause, Unravelled: Myths, Symptoms & My Unfiltered Journey

    Perimenopause hit me like a plot twist I didn’t see coming - rage, brain fog, tears in Tesco… and the creeping feeling that I was completely losing it. In this episode of Woman, Unravelled, I’m breaking down: The biggest myths about perimenopause that leave women confused and unpreparedThe real symptoms no one warns you about (it’s not just hot flushes)My own journey - what it looked like, how I realised what was happening, and what I wish I’d known before going to the GPPractical first steps to take if you suspect you’re in perimenopause (and why you’re not imagining things)This is an honest, blunt conversation for YOU, the 40+ woman who needs to know you're not broken - you're probably just hormonal, and you're not alone. Woman, Unravelled is the short, sweary, no-bullsh*t podcast for midlife women navigating motherhood, marriage, single parenting, co-parenting, perimenopause and everything in between. Episodes are always under 30 minutes - brain fog is real, and your time is sacred. This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    16 min

  8. 08/16/2025

    Belly rolls almost stopped me making a podcast

    I almost didn’t record this first episode because I couldn’t stop obsessing over how I looked on camera - belly rolls, bad angles, bad lighting, the lot. But here’s the thing: if I wait until I look “perfect,” I’ll never do it. So in this episode, I’m diving straight in with: Why I started this podcast and who it’s really forHow life after 40 knocked me sideways — perimenopause, separation, grief, therapy, and finding myself againThe honest truth about single parenting, running a business, and managing burnoutThe shift from people-pleasing to finally putting myself firstWhat you can expect from future episodes (spoiler: no sugar-coating, no filters)If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself, like you’re doing life on hard mode, or like you’re too self-conscious to start the thing you really want to do - you’re not alone. Press play, because we’re going there. Please excuse the bad audio and lighting - we are NOT perfectionists. Right? This podcast shares personal experiences and is for informational purposes only. Michelle is not a doctor, nutritionist, or licensed healthcare provider. The content should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your GP or a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or treatment plan.

    13 min
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Woman, Unravelled is the short, sometimes sweary, no-bullsh*t podcast for women who feel like they’re holding everything together - but inside, it’s all coming undone. Hosted by Michelle Haslam, a single mum and midlife truth-teller, each episode dives into the messy, magical, often maddening reality of being a woman over 40. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, stuck in a relationship, going through a divorce, juggling parenting, co-parenting, or wondering if it’s too late to start over - we’re talking about it here. Expect blunt takes, honest stories, and episodes that never go over 30 minutes. Because, let’s be honest - none of us have the brain capacity for more.

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    Michelle Haslam
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