What comes to mind when you hear the word hypnotherapy? Relaxation, a deep sleep, or perhaps you're more of a sceptic and imagining being taken into a trance like state? Well in this episode, I'm joined by experienced Clinical Hypnotherapist, Sally Garozzo, and we're going to explore the practice of hypnotherapy and hear about how it could ease menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, anxiety and sleep disturbances. Sally will help us to bust some myths about hypnotherapy, help us understand...

Too often women living with disability are left out of the menopause and midlife women's health conversations, and as a result put their symptoms down to pre existing health conditions, not realising that they could be entering perimenopause or menopause.  In this episode, I’ll be talking to Emma Livingstone about navigating the menopause with a disability. Emma Livingstone was born with cerebral palsy and had to give up work having seen a significant decline in her mobility in recent...

Your pelvic floor is an incredibly important part of the body that very often doesn't get the attention it deserves. Incontinence, painful sex and constipation are all embarrassing symptoms of a weak pelvic floor. But on occasion, poor pelvic floor health can result in more serious issues such as prolapse. All of these issues are extremely common, particularly after pregnancy and childbirth. And they're absolutely treatable, but aren't openly discussed often enough. And many women suffer...

Why is resistance training so important as we age, and how can we fit it into our busy lives?  In today's episode, I’m talking to personal trainer Kate Oakley, about how we can increase strength and protect our bones and joints and midlife, as well as finding ways to fit it into our day. Even if you only have five minutes to spare, we'll find out how the right kind of training can do more than just help you get through the challenges that come with menopause, but also be empowering and...

Bone health and osteoporosis is often one of those forgotten symptoms of menopause. It's very easy for us to focus on the symptoms that are troubling us in the here and now like hot flushes or sleep issues or brain fog. And I totally get that we might not be in a place to give much thought to some of those longer term symptoms, and the ones you can't feel or see straight away like our bone health. So this episode is all about taking half an hour or so to give you the essentials on bone health...

Is it possible to slow down ageing? And how can we give ourselves the best possible chance to live a long and healthy life?  That's the topic I discuss in this episode with TEDx speaker, GP, lifestyle doctor and coach Dr. Alka Patel.  I first met Dr Alka two years ago when I interviewed her for our first ever Midlife Festival. What stuck with me is her mantra that our health is a ‘skill’ - she explained to me that health is not something we’re just given, it’s something we have to work at. ...

Welcome to Series Five of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 13th June 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: The Latte Lounge podcast is presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: ...

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to menopause expert Dr. Emma Ping. The perimenopause and menopause can be a very turbulent time particularly for women with ADHD. We'll be talking about how the symptoms of ADHD can be exacerbated by fluctuating hormones and why so many women are diagnosed in midlife. Dr. Emma Ping is passionate about offering women holistic, evidence based advice and support. She's a member of the British Menopause Society and International Menopause Society, and as...

In this episode I'm speaking to leading rheumatologist Professor Hasan Tahir, about just why we experience joint pain as we age, and what menopause has to do with it. We're going to discuss everything from common aches and pains right through to conditions such as degenerative disc disease, osteopenia, osteoporosis and fibromyalgia. I want to use this episode to help you understand more about how you can get the right diagnosis for you, plus the range of treatment options including standard...

In this episode,I'm going to be talking to food coach and menopause expert Meera Bhogal, about how we can all cook our way to a happier menopause. We'll be talking about how many women can develop in midlife or discover they were suffering for years before with allergies and food intolerances, which can affect your quality of life during midlife and menopause. We'll also be discussing how through Meera's own personal journey with food allergies, she created a brand new healthy and nutrition...

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to yoga instructor, author and founder of Menopause Yoga Petra Coveney about how yoga can help with the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Yoga is now recommended by the NHS as there is evidence that it can help us manage mood swings, low mood and anxiety during menopause. So I wanted to speak to Petra to find out more about these amazing benefits and just why yoga is such a special practice. If you've never tried yoga before, or if you're a...

In this episode I'm excited to welcome back to the podcast Neurologist Professor Guy Leschziner. During my last conversation with Professor Leschziner, we looked at sleep issues during midlife and menopause, and this time we'll be taking a deep dive into the female brain, and the impact of our hormones lifestyle and environment on our brain health. I want to find out why so many of us midlife women often complain of developing symptoms, such as brain fog, headaches and migraines during this...

In this episode I've invited Dr. Rachel Hines, a medical specialist GP and the Clinical Director of Medical Services at Stella to talk to me about our new service, Latte Lounge +. If you're intrigued about the idea of an online menopause clinic, then stay tuned as we'll be walking you through exactly how it works. And getting through all your questions too.  Dr. Rachel Hines is an expert in the field of menopause. She's completed advanced menopause training with the Faculty of Sexual and...

Welcome to Series Four of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 25th April 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: This episode of the Latte Lounge podcast was presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. We help women over 40 navigate perimenopause, menopause and midlife with confidence! Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: ...

In this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by celebrity hairdresser Michael Douglas. So many women experience hair loss and hair thinning during our midlife years and during menopause, which I know can really impact on self esteem. So this episode is an important conversation to have. We're going to be discussing what changes happen to our hair as we age and get Michael's expert advice on how to best protect, cut and style our hair. We'll also be discussing the treatment options that will...

From the very first stages of planning this podcast over a year ago, there was one person I knew I had to interview. Professor Michael Baum is a British surgical oncologist who has dedicated his career to caring for women with breast cancer, and was honoured with the St Gallen Lifetime Achievement Award for the treatment of breast cancer in 2007, and the gold medal of the International College of Surgeons. During his career Professor Baum had a key influence on how breast cancer is now...

In this episode, I'm going to be talking to life coach and Olympian Michelle Griffiths Robinson. I first interviewed Michelle for the midlife Festival in 2021, all about self belief and confidence. And honestly, it was such an inspiring conversation that I knew I just had to have her back for this podcast. Michelle represented Great Britain for two decades as a triple jumper competing at the highest level, including at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. She was the first woman to jump over 14...

In this episode, I'm talking to continence nurse specialist and author Jane Simpson, about the impact that ageing and fluctuating hormones during menopause have on our pelvic health. We’ll cover the common problems we might experience with our pelvic floors, including weak bladders, that feeling of always needing to go to the loo, as well as tightness and tension in our pelvis. And Jane will be sharing a whole host of tips and guidance on how you can ease your symptoms.  Jane has been a...

In this episode, we're talking about relationships. And I'm so pleased to be joined by fitness coach and presenter Marvin Ambrosius and his wife, Stephanie, an experienced individual and relationship therapist. With the average age of divorce in this country being 45 to 55, we're going to be exploring all of the challenges that come with relationships in midlife, and tips on how to navigate through these to build stronger relationships with our loved ones. From the impact of perimenopause and...

In this episode, I talk to menopause clinician, author and podcaster Dr. Heather Hirsch, about the role of testosterone for women, especially in midlife, often misunderstood as just a male hormone. Testosterone can actually be the missing piece of the puzzle when it comes to our perimenopause and menopause symptoms. We'll be talking about what we need it for, how and why we lose it, how it can help with boosting libido, brain clarity and energy levels too, but also why it may not be right for...

Welcome to Series Three of the Latte Lounge Podcast.  Episode 1 will go live on Tuesday 14th February 2023.   In the meantime, find out about the Latte Lounge -  About The Latte Lounge: The Latte Lounge podcast is presented by Katie Taylor from The Latte Lounge. Download our free perimenopause symptom checker here: https://www.lattelounge.co.uk/the-34-symptoms-of-perimenopause-and-menopause-symptom-checker/  Would you like some extra support with managing your menopause symptoms?  ...

In this episode, Katie speaks to GP Dr. Nighat Arif, who explains why our skin changes as we age and the medical treatments, skincare regimes and lifestyle tweaks we can all consider. Plus we cover who, where and when to go for help if things don't improve. Dr Nighat Arif has over 15 years of experience in the NHS and private practice as a GP and medical educator specialising in women's health. You'll also know her as a TV doctor from BBC Breakfast, ITV This morning and BBC Look East, and...

In this episode, Katie speaks to Dr Heather Currie MBE, about the causes of heavy bleeding and irregular periods during the perimenopause and menopause years and they discuss what treatments options are available. Dr. Heather Currie MBE is a gynaecologist and founder of Menopause Matters, an award winning website and quarterly magazine. As a trustee and past chair of the British Menopause Society, she is a driving force for women's health and medical care, and the author of many reviews and...

In this episode, Katie speaks to Dr Wendy Molefi about why women can suffer from anxiety during the perimenopause and menopause years and they discuss what we can do both holistically and/or medically to improve these concerns. Dr. Molefi is an award winning menopause specialist and founder of the Vital Wellness clinic. She has a special interest in the psychological impact of the menopause on women's quality of life. With a background in wellness coaching and mindfulness teaching she takes...