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Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
This show is to support mums juggling the demands of life & perimenopause. Amanda, Perimenopause coach, PT & mum, provides practical ideas to help women understand why things change in their 40s & what you can do to create a happier, more balanced life. This show is for you if you ever ask: Why am I eating the same but putting on weight? Could this be perimenopause or am I just stressed? What's the best exercise for women over 40? Is it normal to feel this exhausted? How can I feel like myself…
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- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep102 Manifest Like a Mother: 3 Ways to Enjoy Motherhood, Feel Less Overwhelmed & Care for Yourself
What if motherhood wasn't just about making amazing memories for your children, but about creating an experience that you genuinely enjoy, too? In this episode…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 101: Scoliosis, Menopause, Motherhood & Learning to Ask: “What Do I Need Today?” with Christine Jaureguiberry
What happens when motherhood, menopause, changing bodies and the demands of everyday life all collide? In this episode of the Perimenopause and Motherhood…
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Ep 100 🥳 100 Episodes of Happy Thriving Mums: 6 Lessons on Thriving in Motherhood and Midlife
Welcome to the 100th episode of the Podcast! 🥳 To celebrate this milestone, Amanda looks back at the wisdom shared by 19 incredible women interviewed on the…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep99 Sleep in Perimenopause: 4 Sleep Friends & 4 Sleep Foes for Better Sleep
Is sleep feeling a little more unpredictable than it used to? Maybe you're exhausted when you go to bed but can't switch your brain off. Maybe you're waking at…
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Ep 98 Unusual Perimenopause Symptoms You Might Not Recognise + How to Prepare for Your GP Appointment
In this episode of the Happy Thriving Mums Podcast, Amanda shares more about her own experience of perimenopause, including some of the symptoms she didn't…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 97 Perimenopause Symptoms vs Motherhood: Is It Perimenopause or Just Mum Life?
Are you feeling more tired, emotional, forgetful or overwhelmed than usual and wondering “Is this perimenopause, or am I just exhausted from being a mum?”…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 96 Redefining Success in Midlife: Finding Your Identity, Purpose & Joy Again with Victoria Phipps MBE
What if you don’t have to keep living life the way you’ve always lived it? In this episode of Happy Thriving Mums, Amanda speaks with Victoria Phipps MBE-…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 95: September New Year Vibes? Why Starting Something New Feels So Hard (Especially in Perimenopause)
September can feel like a second New Year. The children go back to school, routines change, and suddenly there’s that familiar urge to reset: exercise more…
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Ep94 Always Bloated, Tired & Anxious? Your Gut Could Be the Missing Piece
Have you ever noticed that stress seems to show up in your stomach? Perhaps you lose your appetite before a big meeting. Maybe anxiety leaves you craving sugar…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep93 Five Surprising Things That Made My Summer Holidays Easier as a Mum
Summer holidays can sound idyllic in theory: lazy mornings, family adventures, endless sunshine and making beautiful memories together. But real life? It can…
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Ep92 Three Things That Keep Your Body Young After 40 (that no body talks about)
What does it really mean to stay healthy, strong and independent after 40? When we think about fitness in midlife, the conversation often centres around weight…
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Ep 91 What My Journey as a Professional Declutterer Taught Me About Joy, Creating Calm and Space with Konmari Consultant Natalie Wards
In this episode, Natalie Warde shares her insights on decluttering using the Konmari method to create calm, organised, and joyful homes, especially for busy…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 90 Alcohol and Perimenopause: Why Your Evening Glass Feels Different Now
Have you noticed that alcohol affects you differently than it used to? Maybe one glass of wine now leaves you waking at 3am, feeling anxious, exhausted or…
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Ep 89 Embracing Motherhood, Confidence, and Connection with Jo Ferrone
In this week’s Happy Thriving Mums Podcast, Amanda has a heartfelt conversation with business mentor and podcast host Jo Ferrone, founder of How DOES she do…
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Ep 88 The Stress Storm: Why Perimenopause Feels Like Too Much (and How to Find Your Calm Again)
Feeling overwhelmed, irritable, and disconnected? You’re not alone, and today’s episode is a gentle reminder that navigating the chaos of motherhood combined…
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Ep 87 Interview with Leah Wren: "There is always a glimmer, a spark, a twinkle in the dark."
In today’s episode of Happy Thriving Mums Amanda is joined by Leah Wren. Leah shares her remarkable journey through personal tragedy, motherhood, and building…
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Ep 86 Managing Perimenopausal Rage Days: Strategies to Thrive Through Hormonal Fluctuations
In this episode, Amanda opens up about “rage days” during perimenopause — those sudden, intense moments of irritability, frustration, or overwhelm that can…
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Ep 85 Embracing Discomfort: How stepping into change may be the route to the life you want
Perimenopause can be a time of discomfort—hot flushes, brain fog, low energy, and a sense of being stuck in a familiar but draining routine. But what if the…
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Ep 84 Perimenopause Isn't the End of Your Story: 3 Powerful Mindset Shifts to Help You Thrive Again
What if perimenopause isn't the beginning of the end—but the beginning of something new? For many women, perimenopause can feel like a time of exhaustion…
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Ep 83 Perimenopause, Identity & the “Invisible Woman”: Why So Many Women Feel Lost in Midlife
Have you ever looked around at your life and thought: “I’m doing everything I’m supposed to do… so why do I feel so disconnected from myself?” In this episode…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 82 Brain Fog, Word-Finding & Perimenopause: Why Your Mind Feels Different and What Actually Helps
Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Lost a simple word mid-sentence during an important conversation? Forgotten names, misplaced…
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Ep 81 Why Cardio Isn't Enough and How to Build a Powerful, Life Proof Menopause Body
Do you feel like your body is becoming softer and your strength is fading even when you’re doing the same things you’ve always done? In this episode we’re…
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Ep80 Why You Crash at 4pm in Perimenopause: Blood Sugar, Protein & Energy Explained
Do you feel strong and focused in the morning only to hit a wall around 4pm? That late-afternoon crash—irritability, cravings, brain fog, and exhaustion—is one…
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Ep79 Wired at 3am? Hormones, Cortisol & Sleep Changes in Perimenopause Explained
In this episode, we explore the science behind one of the most common (and frustrating) experiences in perimenopause: waking at 3am and struggling to fall back…
- Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums
Ep 78 Stuck at 40% Energy? Why You Feel Drained and How to Fix It
Do you feel like your energy never charges above 40%—no matter how much you rest? In this episode, we break down the real reason you feel constantly tired…
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Ep 77 Perimenopause Overwhelm: Why Your Brain Feels “Too Full” and What’s Really Happening
Do you wake up already feeling behind—like your brain is “on” before your day has even begun? If everything feels overwhelming in midlife, from the mental load…
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Ep 76 When More Is Too Much: 3 Simple Habits to Reduce Perimenopause Stress
Feeling over-stretched? Life, work, and family pressures can feel even heavier during perimenopause, magnifying stress, self-doubt, and exhaustion. But here’s…
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Ep 75 Stress Less, Energise More: Quick Nervous System Hacks for Busy Mums
Feeling constantly stressed and drained? In this episode, I share three simple nervous system hacks that help busy mums reconnect with their energy, calm their…
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Ep 74 Why You’re Snapping, Exhausted & Overwhelmed: Understanding Stress Triggers in Perimenopause
Do you ever snap… and then immediately feel guilty? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. In this episode, we break down what’s really behind your stress…
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Ep 73 Spring Should Feel Lighter… So Why Does It Feel So Hard? Navigating the End-of-Term Overwhelm
Spring is supposed to feel like a fresh start—but for many mums, it feels anything but. As the Easter holidays approach, life speeds up. School events, work…
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Ep 72 Morning or Evening? The Simple Routine Shift That Helps Busy Women Reclaim Calm
What is your view of routines? Does the idea of creating the perfect daily routine feel exhausting before you even begin? Or do you feel like everyone has the…
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Ep 71 Tired, Snappy & Overwhelmed? Why Your Nervous System Needs a Reset
Spring is arriving. The mornings are lighter, the days feel longer, and everyone is talking about fresh starts. So why do you still feel exhausted…
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Ep 70 Small Shifts, Big Impact: 5 Ways to Reset Your Mind and Body Without Extra Time
Think you don’t have time to focus on your health or wellbeing? This episode is designed especially for busy mums who want change—without adding more pressure…
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Ep 69 Who even am I? Identity, Confidence, and Remembering Who We Are
Who were you before becoming a mum? — and how has she changed? Have you ever wondered where you went beneath the roles of mum, partner, and professional?…
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Ep 68 Interview with Sheena Taylor: Supporting Women with ADHD: Relationships, Regulation & Real-Life Strategies
In this episode, Amanda is joined by Sheena Taylor, an ADHD Relationship Mentor, professional declutterer and organiser who specialises in supporting women…
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Ep 67 Reclaim Your Energy: Simple Daily Habits for Busy Mums to Dismantle Guilt and Boost Calm
Do you feel exhausted even when you’re trying to do all the “right” things? If you’re a busy mum running on empty, this episode is for you. In this episode of…
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Ep 66 Interview with Rose Gibson from Baby Beats: Why we all need a village around us
In this episode, Amanda speaks with Rose Gibson- the inspirational founder of BabyBeats. BabyBeats, is a nationwide franchise designed to help women build…
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Ep 65 Thriving After Kids: How Busy Mums Can Feel Confident, Energised and Like Themselves Again
Thriving doesn’t mean perfection. It isn’t about six-pack abs or strict routines. For busy mums, thriving is having energy, confidence, and trust in your body…
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Ep 64 Rebuilding Your Body and Energy After Kids: Practical Fundamentals for Busy Mums
If you’ve tried to “get back on track” before (whatever that means anyway) and it hasn’t worked, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t you — it’s often not…
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Ep 63 Feeling Disconnected From Your Body After Having Kids? How Busy Mums Can Reconnect and Feel Like Themselves Again
Long after the newborn years, many mums feel disconnected from their bodies. You push through tiredness, ignore discomfort, and carry on — until you barely…
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Ep 62 Why January Feels Impossible for Busy Mums — and Why This Time Can Be Different
January can feel impossible for busy mums. You’re recovering from Christmas, juggling the school run, work, family life, and carrying the mental load — all…
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2026 Let’s Go: How Busy Mums Can Reclaim Energy, Strength & Confidence Without Pressure
Feeling stuck, exhausted, and ready for more energy in 2026? This episode is for you. We’re ditching the guilt, the pressure, and the typical New Year’s…
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Ep 60 The 10-Minute Christmas Reset: A Calm, Guilt-Free Pause for Busy Mums (you can also use any time of year 💕)
Feeling the Christmas Eve chaos as a busy mum? Last minute wrapping, sorting toys, a few unplanned cards to be written, checking everything's good with the…
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Ep 59 It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (for Overwhelm)
The holiday season is meant to be joyful, but for busy mums, it can quickly become overwhelming. Between school events, family obligations, gift lists…
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Ep 58 Rising In Motherhood: Reclaiming Identity, Healing Grief & Stepping Into Your Power with Mindset Coach Emily Bewley
In this moving and empowering episode of the Happy Thriving Mums Podcast, Amanda sits down with mindset coach, writer, and founder of Scribbles Of Sanity…
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Ep 57 Party Dress Panic : How Busy Mums Can Feel Confident and Enjoy the Season
Does the thought of holiday get togethers make you panic about what to wear — or actually whether you should go at all? You’re not alone. In this episode…
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Ep 56 Sleep Solutions for Parents: The Sleep Fairy Dee Booth on Helping Your Child (and You!) Sleep Better
In this episode of the Happy Thriving Mums Podcast, Amanda chats with Dee Booth — known to many families as The Sleep Fairy. With over 16 years of experience…
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Ep 55 What If It Actually Works? The Fear No One Talks About
Do you ever feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re holding yourself back — not because you’re scared to fail, but because you’re scared of actually…
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Ep 54 Finding Calm and Clarity in Motherhood with Artist, Tarot Reader & Reiki Practitioner Laura Metcalfe from Barley Moon
In this episode, we sit down with Laura Metcalfe — an Artist, Tarot reader, and Reiki practitioner — who helps mums reconnect with their creativity, intuition…
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Ep 53 Stop Trying to ‘Bounce Back.’ It’s Time to Rise Stronger — Reclaiming Your Identity After Motherhood
Still waiting to “bounce back” years after having kids? Here’s the truth: You’re not meant to go backwards. You’re meant to rise stronger. In this episode, we…
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Ep 51 The 'Perfect Mum' Lie: How to Let Go of Doing It All and Reclaim Your True Identity
Your house is clean, the kids are happy, you baked the thing for the school fair, and you feel… utterly dead inside. We’ve been fed a massive lie that…
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Ep 50 The 30-Minute Time Hack: How to Audit Your Week and Find Self-Care Time Without Guilt
Do you constantly feel busy but never productive? You swear you have zero minutes for yourself, but you still manage to scroll for 45 minutes after the kids go…
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Ep 49 Why “Just Powering Through” Is Burning You Out: How To Stop Surviving And Start Thriving
Years after having kids, many mums are stuck in survival mode, telling themselves they just need to "power through" the exhaustion of the school run, homework…
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Ep 48 From Frustration to Freedom: Rebuilding Core Strength in Motherhood
Are you tired of feeling defeated by your body years after actually having your children? You’ve tried the crunches, and the workouts, but postpartum pelvic…
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Ep 47 Interview with Be Kassapian, founder of Be in the kitchen.
This week’s interview episode is with Be Kassapian, founder of Be in the kitchen. Be is a professional chef turned cooking teacher with huge energy. She is…
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Ep 46 I Took the Summer Off Training — And This Is What Happened: Getting Back Into Exercise After a Break: what to do (and what not to do) when setbacks occur
Have you ever fallen off track with your fitness (or never really quite got it started in the first place?). Sometimes setbacks occur and despite all your best…
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Ep 45 I Think I've Forgotten How to Have Fun. 5 Journaling Prompts to Bring Back Joy in Motherhood
Have you ever thought, “I’ve forgotten how to have fun”? You’re not alone. So many mums struggle with burnout, overwhelm, and the constant pressure of…
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Ep 44 Back in the Habit: How Busy Mums Can Find Their Fitness & Life Routine After The Summer Break
The summer holidays are wonderful, but getting back into your regular fitness and life routine afterwards can be tough. In this episode, I share practical tips…
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Ep 43 Back to School & New September Energy: What I’ve Learnt from the Summer Holidays and the September Reset.
September feels like a new year for so many mums. In this episode, I reflect on the end of the summer holidays, how I feel about the kids going back to school…
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42 Tired of Kids Fighting? The 4 Constant Summer Holiday Arguments In My House This Summer and 5 Ways I Attempted to Handle Them (Spoiler alert: success was variable)
Have your kids been constantly arguing this summer? You’re not alone! In this episode, I share the top 4 arguments my children kept having during the holidays…