The UncompliKated Perimenopause Podcast
Episodes
Episode 6 Season 3: Periods, Confidence, And Perimenopause
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textPeriods aren’t supposed to be a cliffhanger, yet perimenopause can make every cycle a plot twist. We open up about why your bleed might g...
Episode 5 Season 3: Restless Legs Stopping Restful Nights in Perimenopause?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThe creeping, buzzing urge to move your legs just as you’re trying to sleep isn’t random—and you’re not imagining it. We dive into ...
Episode 4 Season 3: The Freedom of Fewer Choices in a Perimenopause Life That Asks Too Much
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFeeling wrung out by a hundred tiny choices before lunch? We dive into the real reasons decisions feel heavier during perimenopause—and h...
Episode 3 Season 3: The Early Warning Signs: How to Know You're in Perimenopause
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHave you ever wondered if those unexplained mood swings, sleep problems, or joint pain might actually be perimenopause—even though your d...
Episode 2 Season 3: Testosterone for Women: The Missing Piece in Perimenopause
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textBreaking ground in women's health! The UK has just approved Androfem, a 1% testosterone cream specially formulated for women – a gam...
Episode 1 Season 3: My IUD Fell Out!
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe're back with a bang for Season 3, diving straight into a candid, somewhat eye-watering discussion about an unexpected Mirena coil m...
Episode 10 Season 2: Transformative Habits for a Heart-Healthy Perimenopause
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode delves into the crucial topic of heart health during perimenopause, highlighting the increased risk of heart disease due to de...
Episode 9 Season 2: The Perimenopause Puzzle Decoding Weight Management Challenges
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textJoin us on the Uncomplicated Perimenopause Podcast as we unravel the mysteries of weight management during the perimenopausal phase. Have y...
Episode 8 Season 2: Period Drama: The Unpredictable Plot Twists of Perimenopause
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode delves into the unpredictable nature of periods during perimenopause and how hormonal changes impact emotions and daily life. ...
Episode 7 Season 2: Embracing Change: Navigating Empty Nest and Perimenopause with Purpose and Joy
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver felt like life is throwing you a curveball with the simultaneous onset of perimenopause while watching your kids fly the nest? Join me...
Episode 6 Season 2: Navigating Perimenopause: Overcoming Painful Sex and Embracing Change Together
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode focuses on the challenges of experiencing painful sex during perimenopause, primarily linked to vaginal atrophy and hormonal c...
Episode 5 Season 2: The Art of Aging Gracefully in Perimenopause with Resilience and Joy
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThe episode delves into how women in perimenopause can embrace aging with confidence instead of self-consciousness. By addressing hormonal ...
Episode 4 Season 2: Libido Gone AWOL in Perimenopause? How To Discuss This With Your Partner
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis week's question is from Fiona who is asking about why her libido is rock bottom and how she discusses this with her husband. Also...
Episode 3 Season 2: Decking the Halls with Self-Care: Embracing Holiday Chaos & Perimenopause Together
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textCan you imagine the hilarity of mismatched holiday outfits and spirited debates over the right time to deck the halls? That’s just a tast...
Episode 2 Season 2: When it Comes to Perimenopause Does Diet or Do Supplements Help More?
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textDiscover how to navigate the complexities of perimenopause with confidence and ease as we, Kate Grosvenor and my daughter Gabriella, explor...
Episode 1 Season 2: Embracing and Thriving Amid New Smell & Taste Sensitivities in Perimenopause
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textUnexpected sensitivities—perimenopause can throw some surprising twists your way. Join us as we unravel why our brains cling to familiar ...
Episode 24: Kate's Own Perimenopause Journey: Unraveling the Mystery of Misdiagnosed Symptoms
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Kate is asked about her own personal perimenopause journey for the last episode in series 1.Kate experienced heart palpita...
Episode 23: Parenting Teens and Embracing Perimenopause: Finding Joy and Confidence Amid Hormonal Whirlwinds
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textParenting teens while navigating the complexities of perimenopause might sound like a plot twist worthy of a sitcom, but it's a real-l...
Episode 22: Navigating Emotional Seesaws: Managing Mood Swings During Perimenopause
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver feel like you're on an emotional seesaw, teetering between laughter and tears, and wonder if you're the only one? You'r...
Episode 21: Conquering Joint Pain and Finding Fitness Solutions in Perimenopause
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we answer a question from Nora, in New Jersey, about dealing with joint pain that threatens to sideline her favourite a...
Episode 20: How Can You Balance Family, Work, Partners Children & Self-Care in Perimenopause?
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWith Andrea from Spain’s heartfelt question guiding our discussion, we explore the delicate art of juggling life's many demands amid...
Episode 19: Navigating Dating During Perimenopause: Building Confidence and Understanding Online Dynamics
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textNavigating the dating world during perimenopause can feel like uncharted territory, a sentiment that resonated deeply with me after my own ...
Episode 18: Perimenopausal Brain Fog (Causes and Solutions)
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textMemory loss and brain fog can feel like unwelcome companions, especially during perimenopause when words seem to perpetually hang on the ti...
Episode 17: My Best Friend Says I'm Overreacting In Perimenopause; Is She Gaslighting Me, or Does She Not Have Symptoms Like Mine?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn today's episode, Samantha shares her deeply personal struggle of feeling unsupported by her best friend during her perimenopause jo...
Episode 16: What to Do If You Fall Out of Love With Your Perimenopausal Reflection in the Mirror
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFeeling like you're losing your glow during perimenopause? Join us on this episode of the Uncomplicated Perimenopause Podcast, where M...
Episode 15: Male vs. Female Doctors in Perimenopause: Is There Really a Difference & Should You Ask to Swap?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHave you ever felt dismissed by a doctor simply because they couldn't relate to what you're going through? Claire from Leeds cert...
Episode 14: The Sleep Struggle is Real! - How to Get Better Sleep in Perimenopause
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textSleep is something that for most perimenopausal, at some point in their journey, will be an issue. Join us on this discussion as to how you...
Episode 13: Perimenopausal Rage: Understanding the Unique Anger & Causes
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered why your anger feels different these days? Buckle up as Kate, humorously unpacks the phenomenon known as perimenopausal rage....
Episode 12: Understanding and Managing Anxiety During Perimenopause: Techniques, Triggers, and Mental Health Maintenance
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday we're diving into Kristina's pressing question from the States: how does anxiety manifest during perimenopause? We unpack t...
Episode 11: Unraveling Nausea and Digestive Issues in Perimenopause: Causes, Solutions, and Hormonal Impacts
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered why nausea in perimenopause feels eerily similar to morning sickness? Today’s episode of the Uncomplicated Perimenopause Po...
Episode 10: Breaking the Silence: How to Discuss Inclusive Work Environments & Supporting Women Through Perimenopause
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat if talking about perimenopause at work could save your career? In this episode of the Uncomplicated Perimenopause Podcast, we uncover ...
Episode 9: From Perimenopause to Postmenopause: What Changes and What Stays the Same?
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textCan perimenopause symptoms follow you after menopause, or do they disappear once you cross that threshold? Join us for an enlightening disc...
Episode 8: Managing Hair Loss, Joint Pain, and Itchy Ears: Your Perimenopause Guide to Managing These Common Symptoms
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textCould hormonal changes be the culprit behind your thinning hair? Join us in episode 8 of the Uncomplicated Perimenopause Podcast as we addr...
Episode 7: The Weirdest Symptoms of Perimenopause: Phantom Smells, Swallowing Difficulties, Itchy Ears and More!
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver caught a whiff of toasted marshmallows or gasoline out of nowhere and wondered if you were losing it? On this episode of the Uncomplic...
Episode 6: Real Talk on Testosterone and Hair Growth During Perimenopause
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered if testosterone treatments might be making your unwanted facial hair worse? Join us in this episode of the Uncomplicated Peri...
Episode 5: Heavy Periods, Weight Gain, and Navigating Your Patient Rights in Perimenopause
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered why starting Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can lead to heavy periods, or why perimenopause seems to come with unavoidable...
Episode 4: Surviving the Perimenopausal Storm: Communication Tips for Couples
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of perimenopause while keeping your relationship intact? Join Gabriella and me as...
Episode 3: Natural Remedies for Perimenopausal Relief: Balancing Hormones and Prioritising Self-Care Without HRT
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered how to manage perimenopausal symptoms without resorting to HRT, especially if you have a history of estrogen-fed breast cance...
Episode 2: What to Do When Your Doctor Says "You're Too Young For Perimenopause and Your Test is Normal"
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFeeling confused about perimenopause symptoms and frustrated by unreliable hormone tests? You're not alone. Join us on the Uncomplicat...
Episode 1: From Hot Flashes to Icy Chills: Understanding the Hot & the Cold of Perimenopause
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered why your body feels like a rollercoaster of hot flashes and sudden chills? Tune in to the inaugural episode of the Uncomplica...