What are some of the most common sleep disorders? We go to Med School to find out whether owning a dog can reduce your risk of dementia. And in our Quick Consult, should you be scared if you’ve put off your health checks for far too long? In this episode, Dr Kathleen Maddison discusses the most common causes of insomnia in women and whether our hormones play a role. We also talk about sleepwalking, narcolepsy and sleep apnoea and find out how much sleep we really need, And, what is the “3P model” when it comes to insomnia and do non-drug treatments actually work? Plus, why do we wake up at 3:00am and how can we make it stop? THE END BITS All your health information is in the Well Hub. For more information on sleep including a list of providers of CBTi, Dr Kathleen Maddison recommends: Sleep Health Foundation Sleep Central GET IN TOUCH Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriber Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you! We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content. It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get a $10 e-gift card + a 1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber). Do the survey HERE. T&Cs here CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guests: Dr Kathleen Maddison Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Producer: Julian Rosario Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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REAL LIFE: Liz Ellis Doesn't Like To Lose
For the first 37 years of her life, Liz Ellis never planned on having kids. The former Australian Netball captain met her husband, rugby union player Matthew Stocks, when she was in her early 20s. After the birth of her first daughter, Evelyn, Liz knew instantly she wanted more kids. But the next chapter of her life was not going to be easy. For 5 years, Liz suffered from secondary infertility. Now she has written a book filled with expert information called If At First You Don’t Conceive to help other families going through what she went through... CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman With thanks to special guest Liz Ellis. Buy her book at any good bookstore. Producer: Elissa Ratliff GET IN TOUCH: Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ask The Doc: IVF rounds, Pregnancy Feet & Why Your BO Bonds You With Baby
From IVF rounds to stretch marks. Prolapse to leaking boobs. Ask us anything. We’ve got you covered. In this episode, Dr Mariam and Claire answer all your questions about making babies and talk about how women are welcomed to motherhood in different cultures. They also talk to the experts to answer questions about fertility, pregnancy and giving birth including; When is the best time to do your IVF rounds? How to deal with the monthly disappointment of not being pregnant? And, can you be a surrogate for a friend? They also discuss whether it’s normal for your feet to get bigger when you’re pregnant. What to do about varicose veins. And, how does your BO help you bond with your baby? We also have some important conversations around miscarriage, postnatal depression and how to cope if your baby doesn’t make it into the world. THE END BITS If you're pregnant or want to learn more about pregnancy, check out Mamamia's pregnancy podcast Hello Bump. For information on food safety Dr Mariam recommends NSW Food Authority Guide. For support for perinatal & postnatal depression and anxiety: Gidget Foundation. For support following miscarriage & early pregnancy loss: The Pink Elephants Support Network. For support following pregnancy & infant loss: Bears of Hope and Red Nose. If you or anyone you know would like to speak with an expert about child loss, miscarriage or stillbirth, please contact the SANDS Australia 24-Hour Support Line (1300 072 637). GET IN TOUCH Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guests: Dr Justin Tucker Professor Kirsten Palmer Dr Nargis Noori & Midwife Betty Holland Dr Erin Seeto - Gidget Foundation Samantha Payne - The Pink Elephants Support Network Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit fentonandfenton.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Giving Birth: From First Contraction To First Cuddle & Is Your Menstrual Cup Causing UTIs?
What are the stages of birth and what actually happens when you go into labour? We go to Med School to find out what a decidual cast is and what happens when it falls out of your uterus. And in our Quick Consult, could your menstrual cup be causing UTIs? In this episode, we talk to Obstetrician & Advanced Gynaecological Surgeon Dr Nargis Noori and Clinical Midwifery Specialist Betty Holland who discuss home versus hospital birth, vaginal versus caesarean and what happens if you have an induction. They also talk about pain relief, what’s involved in an episiotomy, breastfeeding and baby brain. Plus, how to advocate for yourself in the delivery room. And, what if your baby doesn’t get the memo about your birth plan? THE END BITS For information on breastfeeding: Australian Breastfeeding Association If you're pregnant or want to learn more about pregnancy, check out Mamamia's pregnancy podcast: Hello Bump. GET IN TOUCH Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guests: Dr Nargis Noori & Midwife Betty Holland Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Producer: Julian Rosario Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit fentonandfenton.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Period Butt Zaps, Being Pregnant And Testosterone During Peri
How do you find a good OBGYN when you’re pregnant? Ever felt a sharp pain in the butt during your period? And what role does testosterone play in perimenopause? In this episode, we talk to Kirsten Palmer, Professor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with Monash University to find out what’s happening throughout your pregnancy including morning sickness (just why?), preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, food safety, immunisations, and what impact being pregnant may have on your prescription medication. Plus, why do you fill up with fluid? We also talk about why you’re so tired in the first trimester and whether to announce your pregnancy before 12 weeks so you get the support you need. Plus, Mariam talks about why new national guidelines that redefine what we call 'recurrent miscarriage' really matter. THE END BITS For information on food safety Dr Mariam recommends NSW Food Authority Guide. If you're pregnant or want to learn more about pregnancy, check out Mamamia's pregnancy podcast Hello Bump. For information on perimenopause and menopause Dr Mariam recommends the Australasian Menopausal Society. Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. All your health information is in the Well Hub. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriberCREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guest: Professor Kirsten Palmer Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sasha Tannock Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit fentonandfenton.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Well is a podcast about the taboo, the annoying, the embarrassing and the scary. We cover the concerns you’re probably considering seeing a doctor about, from insomnia to weird periods to how to prevent dementia.
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