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Episode 9: Menopause and hormone therapy – Myths, facts and choices
In this episode, we’re exploring a topic that sparks a lot of curiosity and confusion – Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), formerly known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s the right option for you – this conversation will help you cut through the noise.
Episode 8: Pros and cons of hormonal treatments for period pain
In this episode, we take a closer look at hormonal treatments that can help reduce inflammation and ease period pain. Because with so many options out there – it’s easy to feel unsure about what’s right for your body.
Episode 7: Demystifying perimenopause and menopause
In this episode, Dr Peta Wright and Sam Lindsay-German unpack one of the biggest topics for women in their 40s and 50s – perimenopause and menopause – and why this transition doesn’t have to be something to fear.
Episode 6: Personal stories behind the Women of the Well
In this special episode of Women of the Well, we’re getting personal. Join hosts Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German as they open up about their backgrounds and how they ended up working in holistic women's health.
Episode 5: Is your pelvic floor causing your pain?
In this episode, Sam Lindsay-German sits down with women’s health physiotherapist Brooke Dobó to explore the connection between your pelvic floor and chronic pain. If you’ve ever wondered whether your pelvic floor might be contributing to your discomfort, this conversation is a must-listen.
Episode 4: Rethinking endometriosis diagnosis and management
In this episode, Vera Wellness gynaecologists Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler explore important nuances of endometriosis diagnosis and management.
Episode 3: Decoding period pain and simple remedies for support
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the discomfort of period pain, or just wondered what’s really happening in your body each month, this episode is for you.
Episode 2: Top 6 myths about endometriosis
In this episode, Dr Peta Wright and Sam Lindsay-German gently unpack the top misconceptions about endometriosis – from misunderstood symptoms and causes to the range of treatment options available.
Episode 1: Why we need to take back our healthcare as women
In our debut episode, we explore why it’s crucial for women to reclaim their healthcare and how embracing a holistic approach can lead to genuine wellness.
Effective Pelvic Health Physiotherapy via Telehealth
Recent studies have revealed effective delivery of pelvic health physiotherapy via telehealth.
A systematic review has revealed significant improvements in pelvic floor muscle function, urinary symptoms and quality of life following physiotherapy using telehealth. Vera Women’s Wellness is committed to delivering the best possible care to its patients and is well equipped with advanced software to facilitate seamless telehealth care with the highest technological security.
Acupuncture for Fertility & Assisted Reproduction
So you’re taking the next step in your fertility journey and have decided to start assisted reproduction.
You might be wondering what else you can do to support yourself on this journey or you may have heard other people talking about getting acupuncture when they went through their fertility journey. There’s probably a of questions going through your head so let our resident acupuncturist, Jacinta Eales, help you answer a few common ones.
The Importance of Nutrition During Your Fertility Journey
Fertility is complex and there are many aspects of this process that we cannot control, however one important aspect we CAN control is our diet and nutrition. Nutrition in itself can be confusing and overwhelming, and sometimes it can be hard to filter through all the information that the internet can provide us. Let us filter it for you!
Ovulation Pain
Many women may be aware of a little pain around the time of ovulation especially if they track their cycles, but many more come to see me with pain that occurs mid-cycle and they have no idea why.