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Are you trapped in the relentless cycle of period and hormonal mayhem, feeling disillusioned by your health and mainstream medical approaches?If you're searching for an alternative solution, then look no further. Holistic menstrual health coach Gemma Barry is here to help put you in control of your menstrual health. Mixing both traditional and holistic approaches, Gemma explores:Why periods can hurt and how to investigate the reasons why yours are painfulHow to become body literate and understand the importance of hormonesWhy the taboos surrounding periods may actually be harming your menstrual healthWhat you can do about painful periods and related conditionsThe importance of nutrition, herbs and exerciseThis empowering guide is your roadmap to becoming the queen of your own menstrual health, packed with tools, health tips and the knowledge you need to ensure you have better periods.

'Incredibly moving and inspiring' Gabby Logan'It's brilliant - I loved it' Lorraine Kelly'Brilliant . impressive and vividly told' The Times ---JOIN LOUISE MINCHIN ON 17 EXHILARATING ADVENTURES WITH TRAILBLAZING WOMEN WHO ARE BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS, SMASHING RECORDS AND CHALLENGING STEREOTYPES. 'To get to the heart of who these women are. I decided to do it the way that I know best, by taking part, spending time right beside them to experience the things they love.'Driven to bring more attention to female stories of courage and endeavour, Louise Minchin pushes herself to the extreme and embarks on thrilling endurance adventures with trailblazing women.She freedives under the ice in the dark in Finland with Cath, the first woman to swim a mile in the Antarctic Circle; she cycles across Argentina with Mimi, one of the world's most famous female endurance runners; and she swims from Alcatraz with Anaya and Mitali, two young sisters who have braved the shark-infested waters over 70 times.With her natural empathy and sense of humour, Louise forms close bonds with 18 incredible women. She explores what drives them and how they find the resilience and determination to go on despite life's setbacks. Louise reminds us of the bravery inside us all, and how essential it is to celebrate women's achievements. Prepare to be touched and inspired by these fearless women.

Women's Chakras is intended for women only. The book helps you, wonderful women, understand your true feminine nature. You will learn how to use your natural qualities and your energy to achieve success in all areas of life, how to heal yourself from pain, how to become happy and to find your destination. You will discover how each chakra potential is opened and how subtle energies are shown in everyday life. With such tools as yoga and meditation, you will find the keys to a powerful source of energy and inspiration.

The body conscious woman is fierce, strong, and powerful. She trusts her intuition, appreciates the interconnectedness of all things, offers herself expansive perspectives, and harnesses her sovereign nature. When a body conscious woman makes a decision, she moves from a place of unwavering truth, with a grounded, flexible, and fluid approach to life. Explore the multi-layered, dynamic nature of your feminine wellness through a lens of wholeness. Reveal your unique healing path through evidence-based education, body connection practices, guided self-inquiry, and liberating perspectives. Nurture your sacred relationship with self, and reveal how this relationship impacts your entire life. Body Conscious Woman is your companion as you come home to your body, access your feminine wisdom, and create an aligned life. Covering feminine wellness across the lifespan, from menarche to menopause, Body Conscious Woman is your holistic guide as you transition through the seasons and cycles of womanhood. Supporting you to overcome common challenges women face, and offering answers to questions often considered too delicate to discuss, this book is for any woman wanting more than the Western medical approach to wellbeing.Access profound inner awareness, activate your intuition, and embrace a positive mind-body relationship to create a life that reflects who you are at your core.Written by Integrated Women's Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and mother Taryn Gaudin, Body Conscious Woman is also an excellent resource for practitioners wanting to broaden their understanding of women's wellness and holistic pelvic health.Body Conscious Woman is for women who want to:Heal common pelvic health concernsUnderstand their feminine bodyHealth their relationship with their bodyFeel the power of their feminine energyUnderstand the value of living in tune of their body's rhythmCreate at a pace that allows for potency and ease, rather than pushing into overdrive and forcing themselves to keep on keeping onHave clear, loving limits and boundaries in all of their relationshipsHave a healthy sexual desire and be able to express their desire openly and vulnerably in safe environmentsAssert independent judgement in their lifeStep out of the daily grind, and create an aligned lifestyleConnect with others through grounded emotionsLive with fluidity and trust in themselves and their support networksLean into the support of others and the universeWomen attracted to reading this book often struggle with at least one of the following challenges. However, women usually face these challenges concurrently:Pelvic Health Concerns, including:Pelvic pain, including pain with sex, which 60% of women experience across their lifetime.Pelvic Organ Prolapse, which affects up to 50% of mothersIncontinence/Bladder leakage, concerning one in three women who have had children.Birth trauma, with one in three women describing their birth experience as traumatic.Sexual trauma and sexual assault, sadly experienced by one in four women during their lifetime.Feeling burdened by her body, unable to fully express herself, has people-pleasing tendencies and lacks healthy and clear boundaries, experiences an imbalance of sexual desire, or feels ashamed of her feminine body.

Crone is calling - can you hear Her? Crone is insisting on visibility - can you see Her? Crone is offering each and every single one of us an invitation to the individual and collective initiation of Wisdom Keeper, Visionary and Mentor - can you feel Her?Crone Goddess is insisting that every woman give sound to her voice, embody her power and play their part in extricating her from the patriarchal shadow and bind.The Crone Initiation is an anthology of women's experiences of perimenopause and menopause, and the part Goddess plays in this journey. Crone's presence in the breakdowns and breakthroughs, the disintegration and rebuilding, is expressed through words and art. Meaning is reclaimed and the power of the Elder restored.

Whether you're a woman in the midst of menopause, anticipating it, or close to someone who is, you are invited to join a candid, provocative conversation in a safe space where all experiences are honored.The Invitation is an expansive, meaningful dialogue between two friends that unfolds organically as the authors discuss the nuances of their individual experiences, challenge widely held social constructs, and give rise to empowering new perspectives on the menopause paradigm.Chapters explore physical manifestations of menopause, sex and intimacy, marriage through the lens of menopause, and how menopause impacts women at work-a topic for which an expert joins the conversation to enlighten readers about both challenges and solutions for female employees going through menopause.There are also important contributions from three women with diverse backgrounds who share their heartbreaking and poignant personal journeys of feeling abandoned by the medical system and betrayed by their own bodies.The Invitation is not about medical treatments or behavioral solutions. It's about creating a collective sisterhood; engaging in open, honest dialogue; and validating and empowering one another to embody a different and more inspiring relationship with menopause.

"So many women desire a deeper sense of wellness, fueled by self-care, nurturing routines, healing foods, and herbal remedies. The ancient science of Ayurveda brings us back into relationship with the rhythms of our lives, streamlining our daily habits and attuning our activities by time of day and seasons. This book delivers insights into personal health, hormonal balance, and connection to nature, all from the simplest practices: what we eat. Food and herbs are medicine for body, mind, and soul. This practical guide inspires you to experience and cultivate health from the inside out. Kate empowers women to use experiential language for becoming intimate with their body, how it works, how it changes over time, and how to listen to its messages"--

In the heart of coastal communities, an empowering movement has taken root - the Coastal Women's Self-Help Initiative. Led by its visionary founder, Lila Vijay, this initiative has become a beacon of hope, driving positive change and uplifting the lives of countless women along the coastal regions.The initiative's core philosophy revolves around fostering self-reliance, solidarity, and skill development among women. Recognizing the potential of these resilient individuals, Lila Vijay sought to harness their collective strength and channel it toward community-driven solutions. Through training programs, workshops, and mentoring, the Coastal Women's Self-Help Initiative equips women with valuable life skills, financial knowledge, and vocational expertise to overcome socio-economic barriers and claim agency over their destinies.The initiative has spawned numerous micro-enterprises and cottage industries by creating a network of support and collaboration, enabling women to generate sustainable incomes while preserving their cultural heritage. From artisanal crafts and sustainable agriculture to eco-tourism ventures, the impact of these empowered women resonates far beyond the shores.Moreover, the initiative has played a vital role in addressing gender-based violence and inequality, promoting health and hygiene awareness, and advocating for women's rights within these communities. Lila Vijay's dedication to the cause has transformed individual lives and contributed to the holistic development of the coastal region.Through the Coastal Women's Self-Help Initiative, Lila Vijay has demonstrated that when women join forces, they have the power to drive significant social change, leaving an indelible mark on the sands of time.

Have you tried to solve feelings of overwhelm, stress and tiredness with wine o'clock? Have you wondered how many G and Ts are too many on a night out? Have you thought about whether AA would be right for you? These thoughts and many more are carefully and lovingly considered in this book.Drink Less; Live Better answers some of the questions we might have been too embarrassed to ask our friends, too ashamed to discuss with our doctor or too fearful to google.Coach, mentor, podcaster, author and public speaker Sarah gently tells us we don't have to hit a big 'rock bottom' to have a reason to change our drinking habits. This book is part memoir, part self-help guide and packed full of wisdom and insights in bite-size chapters.Sarah thought that if she stopped drinking, she'd be lonely, miserable and boring - she had no idea how she'd relax, have fun or maintain her friendships without the aid of a glass of wine. It turns out that reducing her drinking was one of the best things she's ever done and she's here to share her story with you."A definitive guide to mind, body and soul recovery"William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained"Get this book, it might just save your life"Andy Ramage, author of The 28 Day Alcohol Free Challenge and Let's Do This

Thrive Through Menopause is a ground-breaking book by Dr. Daniela Steyn, a renowned hospitalist, female health specialist and associate professor at McMaster University.This book offers readers an up-to-date, comprehensive resource on one of life's most significant transitions for women - menopause. Through 15 years of experience and research, Dr. Steyn takes the reader through the physical, emotional, and psychological changes that come from this transition stage in order to help women understand and manage their symptoms with the best possible outcome.Focusing on evidence-based medicine combined with natural therapies, this book explores all aspects of menopause management for each individual woman's needs, as every woman experiences different symptoms at different levels. Packed with detailed information about hormone balance, supplements, healthy eating habits, lifestyle modifications and more, Thrive Through Menopause offers in-depth advice on how to make positive changes that can reduce the uncomfortable effects associated with menopause while maintaining overall wellbeing.

Once Upon A Time I Would Grow Old puts the spotlight on being older as a powerful, positive and purposeful time full of fun, wild passion and crazy adventures loaded with the ability to not care what anyone else has to think about your true Self.

Using biblical principles and sound health and nutrition techniques, Danna's bestselling book will help you lose weight, once and for all, in a way that honors God. Includes diet and nutrition tips, body image builders, health and fitness routines, spiritual renewal plan and more!

"A practical guide to aging and health for women who have felt ignored or marginalized by the medical profession, from a leading OB/GYN and expert on menopausal and post-reproductive health. The medical system today is increasingly complicated and impersonal, and unfortunately, it is not going to be less so in the future. The rules of engagement have changed in medicine, but no one has bothered to inform patients. Much is written about Black women and women of color, be it our increased cancer risk, our alarming obesity statistics, or our disproportionate risk of cardiovascular diseases, but very little is written for us, and a diagnosis from Dr. Internet doesn't cut it. Talk about being sick? Dr. Sharon Malone is sick of that. Grown Woman Talk is for all women who have often not been seen or heard. For more than three decades as a practicing OB/GYN in the nation's capital and now as chief medical officer of Alloy Women's Health, Dr. Malone has served women across the city all the way to the upper echelons of power. In this book, she gives us the nudge we all need to become effective and efficient advocates in getting the care we deserve. Part medical memoir of the Malone family experience tracing from the Jim Crow South to the highest corridors of power in Washington, part relatable clinical scenarios of women from all walks of life and experiences, and part practical medical and logistical advice, this book is a reliable and easy-to-understand resource. In addition to information on ailments like fibroids, cancer, heart disease, and perimenopause, it also helps us navigate the medical establishment of today with advice on how to choose a doctor, why our family's health history matters, and how to decide among treatments. Combining emerging practices with the latest research the book addresses many women's greatest gap, the one between what they believe and what is actually true. With a combination of medical expertise, up-to-date science, and lived experience, Grown Woman Talk addresses the most common conditions women over forty deal with. And it helps women, especially Black women, identify the power they have and how to use it to chart a path to improve their health outcomes and thrive"--

Dysmenorrhea may be a painful menstrual cramp of uterine origin. it's the foremost common gynaecologic complaints in adolescence and young women. Major symptoms including pain, school performance and adverse effect on lifestyle, causing recurrent short-term school absenteeism among female adolescents. Primary dysmenorrhoea is defined as cramping pain in the lower abdomen that occurs just before or during menstruation with-out identifiable pelvic pathology.

Are you aged 45+ and tired of feeling stressed, anxious, or low energy?It might be the dreaded menopause. But..A recent 2022 study from SWAN (Study of Women's Health Across the Nation) showed that Black Women reach menopause almost a year earlier than white women, and often have worse symptoms. As well as the hot flashes, trouble sleeping & hair thinning - Black Women were found to be less likely to receive adequate support & treatments.Perhaps you want to mitigate these symptoms & start feeling happier?Or maybe you wish to lose weight & eat the right foods?In her highly-anticipated new book, Brandy Brooks uncovers:Why menopause affects Black Women differently?The best natural remedies for treating menopauseWhy she doesn't like to recommend mainstream therapies like HRT?20x breakfast, lunch & dinner recipes to start eating right & get the nutrients you're missingOne thing to NEVER say to your husband when discussing menopause..Exactly how she overcame early menopause (at age 40!)The #1 morning and evening rituals for feeling good4 keys to the right mindset for mastering menopause..And much, much more!BONUS - We've also hand-written 20 recipes tailored for healing menopause symptoms - including meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks!From the debut author of the wildly successful 'Financial Freedom for Black Women' book, Brandy Brooks now guides you through Menopause & Perimenopause - in a book written just for Black Women.So, if you want to finally get a handle on your menopause symptoms, start eating right and feeling healthier..Order this book now!

This Holistic Childbirth Manual strives to prepare women for an optimal childbirth experience. It doubles-up as a handy, reference pocket for both parents and professionals working in the field of childbirth. It covers the physiological process of birth, the importance of understanding the essential functions of birth hormones, ways that women can find comfort during labour and birth, the role of pain, the various terms used during and around birth, the importance of continuous, emotional and physical support and to making informed choices. This manual:Is a practical and reassuring guide explaining the physiology childbirthIs a perfect baby shower or blessingway giftHelps to untangle the vast and contrasting information available about childbirth. Is packed with useful tips on how to prepare for labour and birthIs handy as an A-Z guide for doulas and practitioners working in childbirthTakes deep dive into the hormones of labour and birth and how to support these to enhance the birth processIs a roadmap to navigating terms and procedures during and around labour and birth.Is helpful for parents tackling the anxieties and demands leading up to and during childbirth.Is a useful support guide with helpful tips and techniques for during labour and birthDescribes normal, healthy childbirth processes in a clear and simple way Has an extensive references sectionIs an inclusive, holistic, evidence-based guide about childbirth

The Menopause Diet' is a comprehensive guide to nourishing your body during menopause, a time when hormonal changes can make it difficult to maintain a healthy weight and feel your best. This book offers delicious and easy-to-follow recipes that are specifically designed to help reset your body, blast body fat, and improve your overall health and well-being. The recipes are made with nutrient-rich ingredients that support hormonal balance and aid in weight loss. Covering information as well on the tricks for managing menopause symptoms, supplements, calcium, vitamins, gut health, bone health and helps women feel confident, energised, and in control of their weight. The do's and dont's on food, intermittent fast, gut and foods to avoid also addressing exercise and stress management as well as sleeping and mental health while going through menopause. Includes great photography, easy to follow recipes that are designed to fit in with meal planning for the family. Simple and practical information.

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Sara Gottfried reveals how trauma can rewire your body to trigger autoimmune diseases and provides a comprehensive plan to reset your immune system and finally heal.

Six women on the precipice of life-changing decisions. All from different backgrounds all with different outlooks. They have one thing in common. Menopause. They are all tuning into a series of wisdoms and witticisms from a seasoned trailblazer. These women will find themselves in mixed environments, with varied preoccupations, and so will filter these messages differently. One will have to decide to stay or to go. Another is dealing with betrayal and grief. For some, it's learning to shake off the ghosts from the past. Others must overcome a fear of the future and embrace imperfections and new realities. If all that remains is sex, sanity and physicality.Where does this leave them?

A broken body and soul finding the healing of the spirit through trauma and pain.This powerful book chronicles Tania's life of unimaginable trauma, captured in stunning poetic form. From the young age when a brick was thrown at her head, to the brutal medical procedure that left her with the worst pain imaginable, Tania's journey has been a constant battle. But through it all, she has shown extraordinary resilience and determination to heal herself and give back to others. In this unique memoir, Tania uses poetry to convey the depth of her emotions and experiences, taking readers on an unforgettable experience of triumph over adversity. The day the doctors broke my vagina and brain is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and hope in the face of life's challenges.Discover life in Tania's story, despite everything.

Eating Well for Menopause is an informational and empowering guide written to help you navigate the myths and truths of nutrition during menopause and beyond.

What to expect when you are expecting your first baby! This is your ultimate guide to getting ready for the most exciting, rewarding and let's face it, scary experience of your life!Are you toying with the idea of getting pregnant soon or have just missed your period and are considering the possibility that you might be pregnant?Here is a preview of what you will learnhow to improve your health before you get pregnantis it possible to choose the gender of your baby through food you eatIs there a need to visit your physician before you get pregnantWhich conditions can affect the wellbeing of you and your baby when ignoredHow to manage your finances before pregnancyAnd much much more!Knowing everything that will happen during your pregnancy will put your mind at ease and also let you know that your experiences are normal (nothing is wrong with you). It will also make your pregnancy a more enjoyable and relaxing experience.