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Dear Menopause

Hosted by Sonya Lovell · health · EN-AU

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About this Podcast:

Are you experiencing changes to your physical, mental and emotional health you find hard to explain? Have you tried talking to your doctor/partner/employer/best friend and been left feeling unsupported? In this weekly show, host Sonya Lovell interviews a range of experts and shares the stories of everyday people to help you understand what the hell is going on, why and where you can find support, empowerment and most importantly, a like-minded community.

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Booking probability

23%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Dear Menopause

What is Dear Menopause about?

Are you experiencing changes to your physical, mental and emotional health you find hard to explain? Have you tried talking to your doctor/partner/employer/best friend and been left feeling unsupported?

Who hosts Dear Menopause?

Dear Menopause is hosted by Sonya Lovell. The show has published 127 episodes to date.

What has Dear Menopause covered recently?

Recent episodes include "127: Hysterectomy | 4 Weeks Post Op Update" (21 August 2025, 26 minutes), "126: Hysterectomy | 2 Weeks Post Op Update" (7 August 2025, 48 minutes), and "125: CSIRO Menopause Plan: Science-Backed Nutrition for Midlife" (12 June 2025, 27 minutes).

How often does Dear Menopause publish?

Dear Menopause publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 127 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Dear Menopause?

Booking probability for Dear Menopause is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Dear Menopause requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Dear Menopause's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Dear Menopause?

The strongest fits for Dear Menopause are Health & Wellness Services. Dear Menopause has a health audience.

About the host

Sonya Lovell hosts Dear Menopause, a health podcast with 127 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #127

    127: Hysterectomy | 4 Weeks Post Op Update

    Aug 21, 202526 minS3

    Reaching the four-week milestone in my hysterectomy recovery journey feels like crossing an important threshold. In this episode, I discuss the remarkable physical transformation that has occurred – pain has decreased...

  • Episode #126

    126: Hysterectomy | 2 Weeks Post Op Update

    Aug 7, 202548 minS3

    The unexpected sight of blood when you're eight years post-menopause can trigger immediate alarm bells. That's exactly what happened to me in September 2024, launching me on a journey that ultimately led to having a...

  • Episode #125

    125: CSIRO Menopause Plan: Science-Backed Nutrition for Midlife

    Jun 12, 202527 minS3

    As the head of health programs at CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet, Nicole Pritchard shares how their new Menopause Plan leverages a decade of research to address the unique nutritional needs of perimenopausal and menopausal...

  • Episode #124

    124: Critical gaps in Indigenous menopause care with Prof Odette Best

    Jun 5, 202529 minS3

    When Professor Odette Best, Pro Vice-Chancellor (First Nations Strategy) at UniSQ discovered she was experiencing perimenopausal symptoms, she turned to her healthcare provider for answers, only to find a glaring...

  • Episode #123

    123: The Beauty of Aging: A Conversation with Elizabeth Barbalich from Antipodes Skincare

    May 29, 202525 minS3

    What if your menopause journey could be a celebration of your skin's resilience rather than a battle against it? Elizabeth Barbalich, founder and CEO of Antipodes Skincare, shares this refreshing perspective as she...

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    122: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna

    May 22, 202533 min

    A captivating conversation between Sonya and Jo explores the rapidly evolving landscape of menopause healthcare, research, and politics in Australia. In this episode we begin by unpacking the viral podcast between Dr...

  • Episode #121

    121: Breakups in Midlife: When Menopause Reshapes Your Relationship

    May 15, 202541 minS3

    What happens to marriages and long-term relationships during menopause? Clinical psychologist Kirstin Bouse returns to the podcast to tackle this powerful question, revealing why 70% of midlife breakups are initiated by...

  • Episode #120

    120: Your Brain During Menopause with Dr Jen Hacker Pearson

    May 8, 202537 minS3

    Your brain is undergoing a massive renovation during menopause, and Neuroscientist Dr Jennifer Hacker Pearson is here to help you understand the how and why. With nearly three decades studying neuroplasticity, the...

  • Episode #119

    119: The Testosterone Access Gap No One's Talking About

    May 1, 202510 minS3

    We need to talk about the glaring inequity in Australian healthcare that's affecting millions of women. After 18 months on menopause hormone therapy, testosterone has transformed my life, restoring my vitality...

  • Episode #117

    118: Postmenopausal Bleeding: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help

    Apr 24, 202515 minS3

    Postmenopausal bleeding can be an alarming experience, especially when you've gone years without a period. What causes this unexpected bleeding? When should you be concerned? Dr Ceri Cashell joins me to demystify this...

  • Episode #117

    117: Weight Loss, Hormones and Metabolic Health with Dr Lucy Burns

    Apr 17, 202552 minS3

    Have you ever wondered why weight creeps on during menopause, despite your best efforts? Dr Lucy Burns pulls back the curtain on what she calls the "metabolic triad of menopause" – a perfect storm of declining estrogen...

  • Episode #116

    116: ENCORE: ADHD, Autism and the Menopausal Brain

    Apr 10, 202538 minS3

    The relationship between menopause and neurodivergence remains largely unexplored territory in women's health—until now. In this groundbreaking conversation, neuropsychologist A/Professor Caroline Gurvich shares...

  • Episode #115

    115: Creatine, Blood Tests & Supplement Hype with Sarah Gray

    Apr 3, 202546 minS3

    Supplement confusion is at an all-time high, with social media feeds flooded with miracle promises targeting menopausal women. But how do you know what you actually need, what works, and what's just expensive snake oil...

  • Episode #114

    114: ENCORE | Heavy Periods: The Silent Epidemic with Dr Talat Uppal

    Mar 27, 202529 minS3

    In this popular episode, Dr. Talat Uppal, an obstetrician-gynecologist specialising in heavy menstrual bleeding, shares her expertise on a condition affecting one in four women yet rarely discussed openly. This...

  • Episode #113

    113: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna

    Mar 20, 202542 minS3

    Updates on the rapidly changing landscape of menopause care in Australia and globally, focusing on revolutionary PBS changes making hormone therapy more affordable and the growing momentum around women's health...

  • Episode #112

    112: Sex Doesn't End at Menopause with Laura Lee

    Mar 13, 202541 minS3

    What happens to our sexuality during menopause? Far from signalling an end to pleasure and intimacy, this transition offers an unexpected opportunity for sexual rediscovery and deeper connection. Psychologist and...

  • Episode #111

    111: Cancer Recovery Isn’t a Straight Line: A Conversation on Expectations with Shari Todd

    Mar 6, 202536 minS3

    How do you navigate life after cancer when everything feels different? Join me for a raw discussion that dives deep into the emotional and physical realities of cancer recovery. In this episode, Shari Todd and I share...

  • Episode #110

    110: Ged Kearney on Investing in Women's Health

    Feb 27, 202526 minS3

    Delve into an exciting new era for women's health in Australia, highlighted by a $573.3 million investment. Join my conversation with Ged Kearney, the Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, who passionately shares...

  • Episode #109

    109: Dr Louise Newson on Menopause Advocacy and Education

    Feb 20, 202525 minS3

    Enjoy this captivating conversation with Dr. Louise Newson, a renowned Uk based expert in the field of menopause. With her extensive background in evidence-based medicine and a passion for translating complex medical...

  • Episode #108

    108: Dr. Kelly Casperson on Female Sexual Health

    Feb 13, 202533 minS3

    Join me today to dive into the intricacies of vaginal and sexual health with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a leading figure in female sexual health and hormones. We unpack everything you need to know about Genitourinary Syndrome...

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