Episode 11: Menopause is Natural, Suffering is NOT with Alison Bladh

Alison is an esteemed figure in the field of health and wellness, boasting an impressive career spanning over three decades. As an award-winning registered Nutritional Therapist and Aesthetician, she has dedicated her expertise to the specialized area of women's menopausal health. With unwavering passion and commitment, Alison has become a driving force in empowering women worldwide to reclaim their well-being during the transformative midlife and menopause journey. Through her evidence-based approach, rooted in realistic nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle modifications, she has revolutionized the lives of countless women.

 As the visionary founder of the Menopause 5 Step Breakthrough Pathway, Alison has created a comprehensive framework that guides women through the stages of perimenopause, menopause, post-menopause, and beyond. Her extensive knowledge and credentials are further exemplified by her memberships in renowned professional associations such as the British Association of Nutritional Therapists and the Institute of Functional Medicine. Alison's tireless dedication and profound impact have solidified her position as a trusted advocate and beacon of hope for women navigating the complexities of menopause.

Ways to Engage: What do you think of the topic of menopause? Had you heard of perimenopause before this episode? Why do you think this is a topic of conversation that gets brushed under the rug? Feel free to share any thoughts, feelings, or emotions Alison talks about, and let us know in the comments.

Timestamps:

Prioritizing Self Care - ( 3:05 )

Confidently Setting Boundaries - ( 8:37 )

Taking Care of Your Emotional Health as much as Your Physical Health - ( 13:55 )

Support self & other women unapologetically - ( 24:45 )

Coming Back to Your WHY and Your VALUES - ( 28:58 )

Living Out of Your Own Expectations - ( 34:40 )

Accepting the Layered Aspects of Yourself - ( 39:04 )

Living out FEEL, how does it affect your relationships - ( 43:48 )

5 Activities That Nourish You - ( 46:11 )

5 Words for How You Want to Feel in the Next Six Months - ( 46:50 )

Original FEEL Podcast Theme Music by Rio & Valencia Saint-Louis