What happens when menopause isn't a natural transition — but a medically-induced one overnight? In this powerful and deeply honest episode, I'm joined by Sonya, menopause advocate and host of the Dear Menopause podcast, who shares her lived experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 47 and thrust into sudden menopause as a result of treatment. Together, we unpack the complex and often misunderstood relationship between estrogen, cancer, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), explore why so many women — especially cancer survivors — are left unsupported during menopause, and highlight the growing global movement to change the menopause conversation. Women navigating menopause after cancer often sit at the intersection of fear, misinformation, and medical uncertainty. This episode challenges outdated narratives, highlights the importance of personalised care, and reinforces a powerful truth: In This Episode, We Explore Menopause after breast cancer and the realities of medically-induced menopause Why many women are unprepared for menopause symptoms post-treatment The myths and misunderstandings around estrogen, cancer, and HRT Why personalised, evidence-based hormone decisions matter The power of lived experience in changing women's healthcare How Australia is leading the way in menopause policy, advocacy, and access Why women must trust their bodies, ask better questions, and advocate for care 🎙️ If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.facebook.com/StellarWomenbySonya/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyalovell/ https://www.sonyalovell.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sonyalovell https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTRhglgSC57Iiz5BoFCKog https://open.spotify.com/show/4elaEci8Hlt7UZerIG1yem ✨ Let's Stay Connected: 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth 🛜 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ 🔅 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 🗨️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/

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