In this episode of Transform Your Menopause, I’m joined by Kirstie Blanchette (Beyond Breast Cancer Coach), who shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at just 35 and the journey that followed. From navigating a double mastectomy to experiencing surgical menopause, Kirstie talks about the challenges of post-treatment life and how these experiences inspired her to coach other women in similar situations. We discuss the practical steps women can take to manage health and well-being during this difficult time.

Takeaways You’ll Love:

🎙️Being diagnosed with breast cancer at a young age is life-changing.

🎙️Post-treatment life often feels like stepping off a cliff—leaving many women feeling lost.

🎙️Support from people who “get it” makes a world of difference.

🎙️Advocating for your own menopause care is often necessary.

🎙️Clear communication with friends and family about what you need is key.

🎙️Lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can transform how you feel in menopause.

🎙️Breathwork and meditation are incredible tools to ease anxiety and stress.

🎙️Access to reliable menopause information has improved but there’s still work to do!

Listen now, and don’t forget to share this episode with anyone who might need a little extra support with menopause after breast cancer. 🔗Links and Guides Discussed in this Episode:

👉Get Kirstie's free workbook: A guide to wellness in Cancer induced menopause Follow Kirstie on Instagram: @breastcancercoaching & Facebook: The Beyond Breast Cancer Coach

Breast Cancer Now Forum

MacMillan Breast Cancer Forum

Breathwork Episodes you might like to explore:

🎧20 Minute Rest & Reset: Breathwork for Menopause 🎧Find Your Focus: Guided Breathing Practice for Menopause

Follow me on IG @essexmenopausecoach

Find out more about my Menopause Support Services on my website: www.essexmenopausecoach.com

Anxiety - one of the most common struggles during menopause. I talk about why anxiety affects so many women at this stage, how hormone changes play a role, and, most importantly, what you can do to feel better.

From practical breathwork techniques that calm the nervous system to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and simple dietary changes, this episode is packed with my Simple solutions to help you feel like yourself again.

What You'll Learn:

• How common anxiety is during menopause—affecting about half of all women.
• The link between hormone changes and increased anxiety and stress.
• How breathwork helps activate your parasympathetic nervous system, promoting calm and relaxation.
• Why HRT might be a solution for managing anxiety symptoms.
• How simple dietary tweaks can boost your mental health during menopause.
• The power of hydration in reducing anxiety and lifting your mood.

>> The Guided Breath Awareness Session I mention in this episode

>>Find out more about having a 121 Breathing Assessment with me

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Julie (Essex Menopause Coach) and Christina Avraam (Be Stylish, Be Seen) explore the power of personal style, especially for women navigating midlife changes.

Christina shares her journey from a corporate background to becoming a holistic style coach, emphasising the importance of confidence and self-expression through what you wear.

📣"Who wants to look like everybody else anyway?"

We discuss practical tips for women experiencing body changes, your evolving personal style and how to embrace your unique identity. But more importantly, the joy of dressing to feel good.

Takeaways

✨Christina's mission is to help women stay visible and confident.

✨Midlife changes can impact confidence but style can help reclaim it.

✨Personal style should evolve with life experiences.

✨Clothing can be a powerful tool for self-expression.

✨Comfort and style can coexist in fashion choices.

✨Small changes in wardrobe can lead to significant confidence boosts.

✨It's important to dress for your current body shape.

✨Mindset plays a crucial role in how we perceive ourselves.

🌟Every woman should feel like the star of her own show.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Style Coaching

04:14 Christina's Journey

06:34 Navigating Midlife Changes

10:36 Embracing Personal Style and Confidence

12:11 Practical Styling Tips for Women

17:06 The Power of Clothing

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If you would like to carry the conversation on with Christina you can find her on:

👉Instagram: @queen.c111

👉www.queen-c.co.uk

👉Email: christina.avraam@queen-c.co.uk I hope you enjoyed this conversation and are inspired to use your wardrobe to your advantage.

I'm Julie, I help menopausal women go from anxious & overwhelmed to confident & thriving using my unique 'Simple Solutions' method

Find out more: essexmenopausecoach.com

If you enjoyed this episode you might like to listen to this one next: ▶️Understanding Skincare During Menopause