Menopause Week
with Wellness Warrior
A week of FREE expert interviews that will give you loads of crucial information to help you on your menopause journey
Menopause Week is over, but you can still get access to the replays by signing up to my newsletter
Are you menopaused out ?
Are you looking for the latest research and how best you can help yourself?
Help is here!
To celebrate World Menopause Month, join me for a fantastic lineup of 15 interviews with leading experts as we chat about menopause from many aspects and provide you with a variety of solutions that will help you in your menopause journey.
Find out more about:
HRT in Ireland
The practical steps to Vaginal Atrophy
The impact of cancer induced menopause
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) a medical perspective & listen to women’s stories
what needs to change in Ireland in relation to Menopause
and more!
Listen to experts on nutrition and exercise at this time in your life, ways to manage your stress and how to deal with past trauma that may reappear during menopause.
Whatever your symptom, it will be covered in these interviews, so sign up now to make sure you don’t miss this vital information for your menopause journey.
Catherine O’Keeffe, Wellness Warrior (and Joy)
A week of interviews exclusively for the Wellness Warrior community
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Full Schedule
Menopause week has ended, but the replays of all the talks listed below are still available for my newsletter subscribers
| 7.30 AM | 12.30 PM | 7.30 PM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | The power of acupuncture in Menopause - Gillian Searson | Spotlight on Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) - Dr Hannah Short | The importance of bone health and the DEXA scan with specialist in radiology sales Breidge Flood |
| Tuesday | Past Trauma in Menopause with Diane Danzebrink | Vaginal Atrophy - a return to the basics with Jane Lewis | LIVE Event - 7.30 - 8.30pm. Empowering Women - Webinar with Dr Mary Ryan, Mary Dunne & Ellie Balfe |
| Wednesday | Nutrition for Hormone Health - Sarah Brereton | How running eased my menopause with Dave Bradshaw Running | Listen to Helena’s story of Cancer Induced Menopause |
| Thursday | Make Menopause Matter in Ireland - Diane Danzebrink & Mary Lynn | Dr Deirdre Lundy - Menopause an Irish Medical Perspective | Vital Nutrition of nuts and seeds in Menopause with Jane McClenaghan / Linwoods |
| Friday | POI Panel Chat with women in Ireland | Power surges, hot flashes & Maca with Sara MacKenzie | Brain Food - Omega 3 & Olive Oil - Karen Cryan |
Speakers
Dr Deirdre Lundy
Ireland’s Medical Menopause Guru ! Deirdre is from the USA but attended UCD Medical school and never went back! Deirdre joined the Bray Women’s Health Centre in the late 1990’s having worked in all the major Family Planning clinics in Dublin. Outside the Clinic Deirdre works for the Irish College of General Practitioners and is in charge of GP training in sexual and reproductive health. Deirdre started and works in the new GP gynae clinics in the Rotunda and National maternity Hospitals and she is also on the staff of the Royal College of Surgeons where she introduces young medical students to the art of interviewing and examining patients with respect and kindness. Deirdre is a specialist in Menopause and regularly interviewed on TV and in the media. Visit website.
Diane Danzebrink
Diane Danzebrink (The Menopause Counsellor) is passionate about improving education and awareness about menopause and empowering women to take control of their health and well being before, during and after menopause. A wellbeing consultant to individuals and organisations she has professional nurse training in menopause and is a member of The British Menopause Society. Visit website.
Dr Mary Ryan
Dr Mary Ryan has a long interest in women’s health and is involved in a nationwide lecture series for the last two years on educating women. She trained in Trinity College Dublin and obtained her MB BCH BAO in 1992. She then specialised in Endocrinology and General Medicine and she is also on the Specialist Registrar. Dr Mary was part of RTE's “How Long will You Live” programme for four years and is regular media guest for her expert views on Diabetes, Heart Disease and Endocrinology. Visit website.
Sarah Brereton
Sarah Brereton is a nutritional therapist with Cleanmarine, with over 15 years’ experience in nutrition. An expert in the field, she regularly contributes to magazines and appears on TV and radio. Sarah is passionate about helping people achieve great health and live well. Visit website.
Karen Cryan
Karen’s interest in olive oil began in Greece 30 years ago, when she stopped off at Aegina Island to catch a boat to a nearby island. Fate intervened and she spent 5 years living on the island of Aegina. Following that Karen trained in London with Judy Ridgway, British olive oil expert, and then moved on to Italy and Spain, where she completed her formal training as an olive oil taster and sommelier. As an olive oil expert Karen will walk us through this essential Omega nutrient. Visit website.
Mary Lynn
Mary trained as a holistic counsellor & psychotherapist with the International College for Personal and Professional Development (ICPPD) and has a Diploma in Psychology of Counselling as well as being a graduate of the Marketing Institute of Ireland. She has worked with “Let’s Get Talking Galway” and as a volunteer with” Positive Mental Health”. Currently, she runs her own private practice based in Galway and she also works online with clients nationwide and in the UK as well working with Galway City Counselling. As a Menopause Advocate Mary is currently working with Catherine on the Make Menopause Matter Ireland Campaign. Visit website.
Jane Lewis
Author of My Menopausal Vagina, well known to this audience. Jane is 53 years old and has suffered with dreadful vaginal dryness due to menopause & for the last two years has been raising awareness about it on both the mental health & physical problems this can bring. Visit website.
Jane McClenaghan - Linwoods
Nutritional Therapist Jane McClenaghan’s passion for good food started in childhood. Her philosophy of health and wellbeing is one of balance – simple, effective and practical changes that can fit into anyone’s lifestyle, to rejuvenate your motivation for eating well. Jane has a special interest in female health and how the food we eat can impact female hormone balance. Jane regularly runs workshops and webinars on nutrition for managing the menopause. Author of The Vital Nutrition Cookbook and Vital Nutrition: How to eat for optimum, health, energy and happiness and has been awarded the UK CAM (Complementary & Alternative Medicine) Award for outstanding practice. Jane from Vital Nutrition will be speaking on behalf of Linwoods. Visit website.
Dr Hannah Short
Dr Hannah Short is an NHS GP and an accredited specialist in Menopause and Premenstrual Disorders, recognised by the British Menopause Society (BMS), The International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD) and The National Association for Premenstrual Syndromes (NAPS). Hannah has personal experience of POI, having undergone premature surgical menopause at the age of 35. This informs her work and drives passion to improve the lives of similarly affected. She lives and works in East Anglia. Visit website.
Dave Bradshaw
Founder of Little Spartans in 2015, introducing children to athletics through fun and games. In 2017 Dave started Dave Bradshaw Running (DBR Running) for adults - the ethos of both is simple, fun, social and to be inclusive. Dave’s missing is spreading the joy of Dave Bradshaw . Founder of Little Spartans in 2015, introducing children to athletics through fun and games. In 2017 Dave started Dave Bradshaw Running (DBR Running) for adults - the ethos of both is simple, fun, social and to be inclusive. Dave’s mission is spreading the joy of running. Visit facebook.
Gillian Searson
Renowned acupuncturist Gillian has a long list of credentials - her interest in Chinese medicine and Philosophy began in the late 90’s through the practice of Qi Gong and Tai Chi, going on to study acupuncture in 2004. Since then, Gillian has been practising and training in many aspects of Chinese medicine. She completed her Licentiate in acupuncture in the First Affiliated hospital in Nanjing (China) and now runs a highly successful practise in Sandyford, Dublin. Gillian’s area of expertise are fertility, menopause, emotional issues and paediatric care. Visit website.
Mary Dunne
Mary Dunne (63) Irish grey-haired model, positive age ambassador and personal stylist. Aging doesn’t mean old fashioned. More mature women are beginning to be relevant, celebrated and respected in the media. However, I’m hopeful for more growth and representation in the future. My mantra is that you are not too old and its not too late. Visit instagram.
Ellie Balfe
Ellie’s career has certainly not been linear, but it has definitely brought her to a place of great life and professional experience. With many years in the digital & lifestyle media from Best Irish Blogger, Image Magazine, Tatler, Food & Wine Ellie is now the greater of Heyday. The combination of her years in digital and lifestyle media, brand direction and strategic experience brings Ellie, who is 45 and a single mum to two daughters; Anna and Lulu, to Heyday - a concept very close to her heart, and one she truly believes in. A huge advocate for the need for more meaningful media for women, to her, Heyday is the sum of all her parts: storytelling, strategy and creativity. Visit website.
Sara MacKenzie
For nearly 15 years Sara has been bringing the purest supplements to the Irish health scene. Her unique 3Root Maca is the go to hormonal solution for many. She is known for her initial pioneering work with Maca for hormonal health but since it's launch in 2006, her Sara's Choice range has grown to include some of the world's finest supplements including Camu Camu, Spirulina and Chlorella. Visit website.
Helena O’Brien
Helena O’Brien at 39 years was diagnosed with stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma in May 2019, she will say that she had no idea what was in store, including cancer induced menopause as a result of chemotherapy. Her treatment plan included 2 lumpectomy surgeries of the same breast along with an axillary clearance, 8 rounds of chemotherapy over 4 months and 20 rounds of radiotherapy. She finished her active treatment on 20thDecember 2019, just in time for Christmas and is now on tamoxifien daily. Two weeks into chemotherapy, Helena started to experience both hot and cold flushes, she was told this was just one of the side effects. However, over 12 months on she still experiences these daily and has spent her time documenting her healing journey following cancer on Instagram @this_is_not_a_race_its_healing including methods and treatments that are helping her reduce the side effects to a more manageable level.
Breidge Flood
Breidge’s early career started in a clinical environment, as a Radiographer, working in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.She worked here for five years, before taking a leap of faith applying and subsequently being offered a job in Radiology Sales. Twenty year later Breidge’s specialist area is women’s health – selling both the latest mammography equipment and Dexa scanner technology into the Irish healthcare market. Visit website.
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