The Menopause Revolution - Navigating Hormonal Changes, Lifestyle Factors and Relationship Dynamics

The Menopause Revolution - Navigating Hormonal Changes, Lifestyle Factors and Relationship Dynamics

Author: freyagraf October 30, 2023 Duration: 1:29:36

This week in The Labia Lounge, to celebrate #menopauseawarenessmonth , I invited Joanna McMeikan back to chat about peri-menopause and menopause from her Chinese med and women's health expert perspective.

In previous episodes on menopause we've covered a great foundation of knowledge and perspectives around this topic, but this time we focused on the physiological and lifestyle factors involved in whether you have a super challenging time, or coast through menopause.

We also give some practical strategies and tips to help you navigate this transition and new phase of life, and Joanna shares her wealth of knowledge with us so generously you're head will be buzzing with new info and ideas about how to traverse menopause.


My previous episodes about menopause are highly recommended as "required reading" before you dive into this one, as we mention on the podcast, so you can find them by scrolling back to these episode titles on whatever podcast platform you listen on!


  • 'Menopause – A Misunderstood Mystery' with Jane Hardwicke Collings
  • 'Your Sex Life Isn't Over Once You Hit Menopause' with Heidi True


In this eppy we also mention a faaaaab episode that's highly relevant when it comes to libido, in or out of menopause, and that one is called:

  • 'Let's Talk Libido with Female Libido Specialist Elena Rossi'


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Hosted by holistic sex coach and Yoni Mapping Therapist Freya Graf, The Labia Lounge is a candid and often hilarious space for conversations that mainstream culture often tiptoes around. This podcast delves into the interconnected realms of sexuality, womanhood, and holistic health with a refreshing lack of filter. Freya approaches intimate topics with the warmth and directness of a trusted friend, aiming to provide the kind of practical, compassionate education many never received. Each episode feels like a real chat among real people, blending personal stories, professional insight, and plenty of laughter. The discussions naturally explore how physical, emotional, and cultural dimensions of our lives intersect, all delivered with a down-to-earth Aussie sensibility. Listening to this podcast feels like pulling up a chair for an honest, empowering, and surprisingly funny yarn about the things that matter most in our personal journeys. It’s for anyone curious about deepening their understanding of themselves and their relationships, seeking a blend of grounded advice and genuine connection. Expect to feel both informed and entertained as Freya and her guests navigate the full spectrum of human experience with wit and wisdom.
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