Episode 11

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12th Mar 2025

A Multi-Generational Menopause House with Michele Velligan

In this episode, Jess chats with her friend Michele Velligan about her experience navigating menopause at 55, which coincided with her COVID diagnosis. They discuss the challenges of overlapping symptoms and her proactive strategies for managing health, including diet modifications and alternative therapies.

Michele shares her journey as a member of the 'sandwich generation,' balancing caregiving for her aging father-in-law and raising her teenage son, and highlights the importance of routine and teamwork. They also touch on the necessity of self-care and community among women, encouraging open conversations about menopause and shared experiences for support.

HIGHLIGHTS:

1:23 COVID and Menopause: An Unexpected Connection

8:34 Navigating Midlife and Family Dynamics

13:10 The Sandwich Generation Experience

16:06 Organizing Family Life

19:59 Finding Time for Self-Care

22:28 The Importance of Friendships

28:25 Parting Words of Wisdom

RESOURCE FOR THIS EPISODE:

Be Fit After 40 guide

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Conquer the Change
Menopause with Attitude
Tired of wading through the sea of misinformation and misconceptions about menopause? Let's cut through the crap together. I'm Jess Carney, your menopause coach, and I'm here to empower you with the facts and the reality often overlooked in traditional healthcare.
Join me weekly on 'Conquer the Change' as we explore the powerful transition that is menopause. My badass guests and I are real women, eager to speak candidly about our own personal ups and downs. Together, with a dash of attitude, we'll debunk myths, shatter stereotypes, and equip you with the tools you need to finally embrace this incredible life stage with confidence and strength.

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Jessica Carney

Tired of trying to figure out how to tackle menopause - both before and after it happens? Jess Carney, your no-nonsense menopause coach, is here to cut through the crap. A badass professional woman with a background in adult learning and change coaching, she's dedicated to empowering women with evidence-based information and practical tips. Having personally experienced the challenges of menopause - including menopause tummy, itchy ears, vertigo, dry skin, painful sex, low libido, extreme anxiety, insomnia, fatigue and brain fog - she's committed to providing you with accurate information and tools you need to thrive during this life stage. Join her on "Conquer the Change" for straight talk, practical advice, and some sarcastic snickers.