From Stigma to Strength: Empowering Women to Thrive in Their 40s and Beyond

Work It Like A Mum

Have you ever wondered how to embrace the changes of menopause while finding joy and empowerment in this new chapter of life? Or sought advice on how to boost your confidence during pre-menopause, menopause, and beyond?
In this episode, we sit down with Wilma MacDonald, a passionate nutritionist specialising in health and nutrition for women transitioning through menopause. Wilma offers insightful strategies to help women experience their 40s and 50s as some of the most fulfilling decades of their lives.

What We Cover:
- Changing the Narrative Around Menopause: Wilma discusses the prevalent negative perceptions of menopause and shares her mission to empower women to redefine their experience.
- Navigating Your Health Journey: Learn how to tune into your body’s needs by tracking energy levels, sleep patterns, and dietary habits to manage menopause effectively.
- Empowerment Through Nutrition: Wilma emphasises the importance of nutrition and lifestyle choices that can alleviate symptoms and enhance overall well-being.
- The Impact of Stress and Movement: Discover how managing stress and incorporating movement can significantly influence menopausal symptoms and energy levels.
- Embracing Your Fabulous 40s and Beyond: Wilma shares her philosophy on how women can not only survive but thrive during and after menopause, unlocking newfound confidence and joy.
Why You Should Listen:
Whether you are approaching menopause, currently navigating it, or post-menopausal, this episode is filled with valuable insights and practical advice. Wilma’s compassionate approach to discussing menopause aims to break the stigma and help women reclaim their vitality and confidence.
Connect with Wilma MacDonald on LinkedIn

Website - Wilma Macdonald Nutrition
Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts, on LinkedIn
Listen now for an empowering conversation on embracing menopause as a time for joy, self-discovery, and renewed confidence.

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Chapter

1. From Stigma to Strength: Empowering Women to Thrive in Their 40s and Beyond (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Menopause and Empowering Women (00:00:02)

3. Understanding Menopause Energy Patterns (00:09:19)

4. Menopause and Natural Alternatives (00:15:17)

5. Optimising Women's Health Throughout Life (00:27:55)