We Talk Menopause

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  10 Strange Menopause Symptoms Nobody Warns You About 11.06.2026 8мин

  Think you know the symptoms of menopause? Think again.Beyond hot flushes and night sweats, menopause can bring a range of unexpected symptoms that many women never see coming.From phantom smells and internal vibrations to balance issues and the sensation of bugs crawling on your skin, there are many lesser-known symptoms that can leave you wondering what's happening to your body—and whether it's menopause, stress, ageing, or something else entirely.In this episode, I'm shining a light on some of the surprising symptoms that often go unrecognised and misunderstood. You'll learn why hormonal changes can affect the body in unexpected ways, when these symptoms are more likely to be linked to the menopause transition, and when it's sensible to seek advice from your GP, particularly if symptoms are becoming more frequent, severe, or concerning.If you've ever found yourself thinking, "Is it me, or could this actually be menopause?" you're not alone.Tune in to discover the menopause symptoms nobody talks about enough and gain a better understanding of what may be happening behind the scenes in your body.Eileen xCertified Menopause Instructor
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  5 Reasons Menopause Feels Harder Than It Did for Our Grandmothers 02.06.2026 8мин

  Are you wondering why menopause feels harder today than it did for our mothers and grandmothers? In this podcast, I explore 5 important reasons why modern women may experience more intense menopause and perimenopause symptoms. Many women are told that previous generations “just got on with it”, but the reality is that women today are living in a completely different world. Modern lifestyles place huge demands on our hormones, nervous system and overall wellbeing, especially during perimenopause and menopause.I talk about:✨ Why menopause was rarely talked about in previous generations ✨ The emotional and mental load women carry today ✨ How modern diets may affect hormone health ✨ The impact of hormone-disrupting chemicals ✨ How technology and constant stimulation may affect menopause symptoms ✨ Why support and open conversations matter more than ever
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  5 Signs Your Nervous System is Overload During Menopause (And How to Fix it) 13.05.2026 7мин

  Have you noticed that noise feels louder, busy places feel overwhelming, or multitasking suddenly feels impossible? During perimenopause and menopause, many women experience something called nervous system overload — but it’s rarely talked about. In this podcast, I share 5 common signs your nervous system may be overwhelmed during menopause, why hormonal changes (especially fluctuating oestrogen) can affect your stress response and sensory processing, and simple things that can help calm your system. If you’ve been feeling overstimulated, anxious in busy environments, or unusually tense, this episode will help you understand why. Mentioned in this podcast: A.Vogel Menopause Support and Jan de Vries Relaxing Essence.
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  5 oestrogen-rich foods for perimenopause and menopause 04.09.2024 14мин

  Food plays such an important role during menopause, especially as your nutritional needs go sky-high at this time. One food group that can not only boost your nutrients intake but help naturally balance your hormones are foods rich in phytoestrogens. In this podcast, I talk about how foods rich in phytoestrogens can help, including the foods you can eat and things to be aware of to get the most out of these foods to help your menopausal symptoms.
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  4 reasons why your periods can come back 09.05.2024 13мин

  Have your periods finally stopped, only for them to come back again? I get many women contacting me worried about this problem.So, in the podcast, I talk about 4 reasons why your periods might come back. Even if your periods haven’t stopped yet, it will be useful for you to know about this in case you experience it at some point during your menopause.About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause and Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  3 strange feelings during perimenopause and menopause 18.04.2024 8мин

  Feeling strange and don't know why?In this podcast, I discuss 3 strange ways you can feel during perimenopause and menopause, including feeling disconnected, feeling on edge, and feeling fuzzy-headed. I explain what can cause these strange feelings and simple ways to cope with them.Products mentioned in this podcast: Passion flower spray - A.Vogel's Passiflora Complex Spray A.Vogel products are available from local health food shop, and selected pharmacies, as well as online, including www.avogel.co.ukAbout me: Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause and Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Types of anxiety in perimenopause and menopause & what can help 19.10.2023 12мин

  Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, but the extent of the different types of anxiety can often come as a surprise and become overwhelming, especially if you experience several of them! In this podcast, I talk about the types of anxiety you can experience in menopause including general anxiety, panic attacks, health anxiety, social anxiety, and more. Plus, I offer my advice on what you can do to help yourself deal with these.About me: Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause and Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  3 menopause burning sensations & what causes them 12.09.2023 12мин

  Several areas of the body can experience burning sensations during menopause, which can be both uncomfortable and alarming.In this podcast, I shed a little light on 3 common burning sensations, explaining what can cause them and what can help ease them, including burning vagina, burning tongue, and burning feet.About me: Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause and Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Overthinking & irrational thoughts in perimenopause and menopause 05.09.2023 12мин

  Second-guessing your decisions or imagining worse-case scenarios can become all too common in perimenopause and menopause. In this podcast, I talk about what can cause overthinking and irrational thoughts in perimenopause and menopause and what you can do to help yourself.About me: Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause and Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  How long menopause lasts & what happens after 01.08.2023 13мин

  Wondering how long each stage of menopause lasts? This is one of the most common questions I get asked. In this podcast, I talk about how long perimenopause and menopause last, what can happen during these stages, and when you are considered to be through menopause (post-menopause). Plus, how you can feel after and how long it can take for symptoms to ease once your periods have stopped for good.
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  3 types of menopause: What you need to know about each 20.06.2023 9мин

  There are three different ways your body can enter menopause – naturally, early, and induced. In this episode, I talk about each of these ways, explaining what you can expect, how they differ, and how you can help to support yourself through whichever one you're going throughThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  7 underwear mistakes that can impact menopause symptoms 09.06.2023 10мин

  Vaginal and urinary symptoms are very common in menopause, from incontinence and increased UTIs to vaginal dryness and irritation, and surprisingly, the underwear you choose can help or hinder these symptoms.In this episode, I take about a few underwear mistakes you might be making including the worst type of pants, briefs, and undergarments (or whatever you like to call them) that you could be wearing at this time.The information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Secondhand stress in perimenopause & menopause: Why you can be more susceptible to it! 01.06.2023 10мин

  Did you know that stress is contagious? If you are feeling extra stressed or anxious and don’t know why, it could be that someone else’s stress is triggering your stress response. In this episode, I talk about why menopausal women can be more susceptible to secondhand stress and what you can do to support your nervous system and help protect yourself from this type of stress.Product mentioned in this podcast: Passionflower and lemon balm spray (A.Vogel Passiflora Complex Spray) - https://www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/passiflora-complex-spray/About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Why does anxiety increase in perimenopause? 25.05.2023 10мин

  Anxiety often tops the list as one of the worst symptoms and it’s also one of the most common ones! In this episode, I talk about this troublesome symptom, including why it increases in perimenopause, the emotional and physical symptoms of anxiety, other symptoms which contribute to anxiety, when it goes away, and what you can do to help ease anxiety during perimenopause.Products mentioned in this podcast:Passiflora Complex Tablets -https://www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/passiflora-complex-tablets/Passiflora Complex Spray - https://www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/passiflora-complex-spray/About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  What are the signs that perimenopause is ending? 18.05.2023 7мин

  It can be a bit confusing which stage you are in, and actually when you are considered to be ‘in’ menopause. In this episode, I talk about a few tell-tale signs that can indicate perimenopause is ending and menopause is about to begin. Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.Products mentioned in this podcast: A.Vogel's Menopause Support tablets - https://www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/soy-isoflavones/About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below. Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  7 menopause symptoms impacted by constipation 11.05.2023 8мин

  Constipation is a common perimenopause and menopause symptom, but it can cause more problems than just struggling to go to the toilet! In this episode, I take a look at 7 menopause symptoms that can be impacted by constipation, including joint pain, fatigue, mood, and more, why constipation can worsen these symptoms, and what you can do to help yourself.Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below. Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Food cravings in perimenopause and menopause: What causes them & how to get them under control 02.05.2023 14мин

  Constantly craving chocolate, biscuits, or crisps? Food cravings can be a big problem for many during perimenopause and menopause.In this episode, I talk about what can cause these cravings, and the different types of foods you can crave. Plus, I offer my advice on what you can do to help get these cravings under control.Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.Products mentioned in this podcast:Digestive probiotic - I recommend the brand Optibac - https://www.optibacprobiotics.com/uk/product/for-every-day-30-capsulesA.Vogel Molkosan Fruit - https://www.avogel.co.uk/food/products/molkosan-fruit/Craving Essence - https://www.avogel.co.uk/jan-de-vries/bach-flower-remedies/craving-essence/About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below. Explore these resources to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Internal tremors, vibrations, and shaking in perimenopause & menopause: What causes these strange sensations 20.04.2023 8мин

  Feeling like the inside of your body is moving? Internal tremors, vibrations, buzzing feelings, shaking, and quivering sensations can all occur during perimenopause and menopause. In this podcast, I talk about what can cause these strange and often disconcerting internal sensations and what you can do to ease them.Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women!I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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  Worst digestive symptoms of perimenopause and menopause: Constipation, Bloating & More 06.04.2023 10мин

  Digestive problems are all too common in perimenopause and menopause and many symptoms can arise at this time. In this podcast I talk about some of the worst digestive symptoms - constipation, wind, bloating, heartburn and acid reflux, explaining what can cause them and what you can do to help yourself.
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  Perimenopause periods: what’s normal and what’s not? 28.03.2023 11мин

  Menstrual cycle changes are often the first sign of perimenopause. While some women may be lucky enough to still get regular periods right up until they stop for good, for many they will experience some type of change.This week on my podcast, I talk about what you can expect when it comes to your periods during perimenopause, including normal changes and what is considered not normal.Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.About me:Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women!I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopauseEileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopauseThe information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.