The Menopause and Cancer Podcast

Today on the podcast I want to welcome Kate. Kate is a registered nurse who has spent over 13 years specialising in women’s health with extensive experience in fertility and menopause. Since our episode with the wonderful Helen Munro - Episode 7 - on her story of fertility after cancer, I have had so many questions and messages about this. So I thought it would be fab to get some signposting from an expert on this subject.For many years Kate has worked within a large IVF clinic. She completed her master's in science in Reproductive medicine which specifically focused on fertility and menopause. She has recently decided to work independently offering consultations, support, and education to fertility patients.Kate is really knowledgeable and also super warm in her approach. I hope you will find this episode helpful.If this triggers upsetting feelings for you, it can be helpful to talk these through with someone. There are organisations that can support you, such as the British Infertility Counselling Association who can offer more support. https://www.bica.net Here are the highlights:(06:08) How does storing eggs, embryos and ovarian tissue work in practice?(07:42) Does everyone have the same access to this help?(13:05) How do people feel about adding hormones back into their bodies in order to harvest eggs?(16:05) Where are the eggs stored?(21:08) Fertility treatment whilst in the middle of menopause(28:06) Advice for anyone who has been recently diagnosed  On the podcast Kate mentions two support services which might be of help for you:https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/https://www.hfea.gov.uk/ Connect with Kate:https://www.conceivablefertilitysupport.co.uk/ And on instagram: @fertility_menopause_support  About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone. Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/  

Often we arrive in menopause after a cancer diagnosis and we hardly remember who we are. We can remember who we used to be, but with altered body images, with a reality that might differ from our expectations, it can be hard to accept and love ourselves and our bodies.New scars, a body that perhaps we feel has let us down…so much to process.I hope you enjoy this short meditation for self-love. May we all experience health and well-being,Love and laughter,Health and peace,Safety and living with ease. DISCLAIMER: The meditation practices on this podcast are not a replacement for or a form of therapy, nor are they intended to cure, treat, or diagnose medical conditions. Always make sure to listen to meditations in an environment that is safe. Do not listen to recordings while driving a car or operating any kind of machinery. Also, do not listen to hypnosis recordings when drinking alcohol or taking drugs.Here are the highlights:(00:37) Introduction(03:46) Meditation  About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone. Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/ 

Being able to work is something that most cancer survivors want to do for many reasons, not least because it provides financial independence, but mainly because it provides a sense of normality. But how do we do so in a constructive way?What are my rights?And what if menopause becomes an added problem? I am joined by Barbara Wilson, founder of Working With Cancer who explains what our rights are. What we can ask for? And who can help?This conversation is for employees, employers, self-employed, job seekers, carers and health professionals.  Here are the highlights:(02:42) The services Working with Cancer provide(06:03) The Equality Act(07:12) Barbara’s cancer story(13:13) Is cancer considered a disability?(20:08) How do we navigate the cancer conversation with our employer?(29:45) When applying for a new job how much do we have to say about our cancer diagnosis? (33:51) What can you request at work if you are suffering from severe menopause symptoms? Connect with Barbara:You can find out more about Working With Cancer and their services here: https://workingwithcancer.co.uk/There is a whole section of useful resources.They are also on Instagram @workingwithcanceruk About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/ 

Your life is filled with too much business, too much hurry, too much stress. Just for a moment, let go of all that.This is a wonderful meditation if you’re feeling frazzled, as if life is pulling you into all sorts of directions.Sometimes it really doesn’t take much, but to give our mind a little break.You can take this mediation at any time during your week and during the day. It is short and will provide you with just enough down-time to re-energise whenever you need it. DISCLAIMER: The meditations practices on this podcast are not a replacement for or a form of therapy, nor are they intended to cure, treat, or diagnose medical conditions. Always make sure to listen to meditations in an environment that is safe. Do not listen to recordings while driving a car or operating any kind of machinery. Also, do not listen to hypnosis recordings when drinking alcohol or taking drugs.Here are the highlights:(00:37) Introduction(02:40) Meditation  About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone. Connect with Dani:Instagram @healthywholeme  Facebook: @healthywholeme  Join Dani’s private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathubFor oodles of inspiration, healthy recipes, yoga classes and all round positivity go to her website: https://www.healthywholeme.com/