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A quick note: We recorded this at our practitioner event, so we're talking clinician-to-clinician in parts. But if you're navigating pelvic pain yourself, you might find it really validating to hear how we think about symptoms, nervous system states, and what actually drives lasting change.

If you're a practitioner working with pelvic pain, you've probably felt the pressure to fix, the complexity of trauma and chronic symptoms, and the frustration of treatments that don't create lasting change.

In this episode, we share the foundations of the Vera Wellness approach to pelvic pain – an evidence-informed, nervous-system-led framework that shifts care away from symptom whack-a-mole and toward genuine transformation.

Recorded live at our online practitioner event on 30 October, this conversation includes practical tools, a powerful case study, and a clear reframe that changes everything: pain isn't the problem to eliminate – it's information. 

And the nervous system is the foundation of both patient outcomes and practitioner sustainability.

If you're craving a more grounded, embodied approach to pelvic pain care – one that supports your patients without burning you out – this episode is for you.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why the nervous system is the foundation of pelvic pain care (and clinician wellbeing)
• A real patient case study – and what changed when care shifted from "fixing" to listening
• The Vera philosophy: no one is broken, and no one needs to be fixed
• Pain as information – and what happens when we replace fear with curiosity
• Polyvagal theory: nervous system states and what they look like in the consult room
• The "alarm vs fire" reframe: why conventional care often tries to silence symptoms while the deeper drivers remain
• Catastrophising, overprotection and central sensitisation – and why these matter clinically
• Co-regulation: how your tone, pace and presence shape patient safety and outcomes
• Guided regulation practices you can use immediately (including pelvic and self-compassion-based tools)
• Why paradigm-shifting care requires paradigm-shifting ways of working

For practitioners:

If today's conversation resonates, you may be feeling the same shift we're seeing across women's health – a desire for care that is more embodied, integrative and nervous-system-led.

In 2026, Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler and holistic physiotherapist Paula Hindle are hosting Transformational Medicine: Alchemising Pain into Power with two pathways:

• 4-day in-person immersive retreat (17–20 April 2026)
• 12-week online program (starts 4 May 2026)

Explore the program here: https://www.verawellness.com.au/practitioner-program-intensive

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Today’s conversation is a little different.

Dr Thea and Vera physiotherapist Paula Hindle take you inside the sauna at the end of a long clinic day – a place where their most honest reflections tend to unfold.

This episode opens a deeper look at what it really means to hold space for suffering in women’s health. 

Not with a rush to fix, but from a grounded, embodied place where practitioners learn to regulate their own nervous systems while sitting alongside their patients’ pain.

Paula and Thea explore the subtle but profound shift that happens when clinicians start listening with curiosity.

This is a conversation about attunement, presence and the reality that true transformation rarely begins with a medical intervention – it begins with being witnessed.

If you’re a practitioner who feels called toward a more heart-centred, embodied, nervous-system-led approach to pelvic pain, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The art of sitting with discomfort – what happens in us as clinicians when we witness pain without immediately jumping to solutions.
• A powerful patient story and how healing unfolded when the focus shifted from pathology to nervous system understanding.
• Attunement in practice – how Paula recognised dysregulation the moment the patient walked in, and why she abandoned the “plan” to create space for grief, safety and connection.
• Letting the patient guide the process – the difference between algorithmic care and compassionate, responsive care in pelvic pain.
• Why clinicians must be regulated first – the capacity to hold another’s story is directly linked to the state of our own nervous systems.

The truth is, real healing often begins long before hands-on treatment.

It begins in the pause – the moment we sit with discomfort, listen deeply, and allow a patient’s story to unfold without rushing toward certainty or control.

When practitioners regulate themselves, the whole room changes.

Safety expands. Insight emerges.

And the patient’s own wisdom becomes a central part of the therapeutic process.

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For practitioners: Transformational Medicine – Alchemising Pain into Power 

If today’s conversation resonates, you may be feeling the same shift we’re seeing across women’s health – a desire for more embodied, integrative, nervous-system-based care.

In April 2026, Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler and Paula Hindle will be hosting a 4-day immersive retreat and practitioner program designed to help clinicians:

• Understand their own nervous system
• Experience regulation and embodiment tools firsthand
• Learn how to attune to complexity, trauma, and pain in the clinical room
• Develop a more grounded, compassionate and effective approach to pelvic pain

You can find all the details here: https://www.verawellness.com.au/practitioner-program-intensive. 

Early bird pricing ends on 31 December 2025 and payment plans are available.

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This week’s episode of Women of the Well is a little different. 

Due to the recent cyclone and flooding at our clinic, we couldn't record our usual episode.

Instead, we have something truly special for you – a deeply nourishing Heal Your Sacred Pelvis meditation guided by expert pelvic floor physiotherapist Paula Hindle.

This meditation was created for our 9-week Heal Your Pelvic Pain program, which is currently underway. It’s a powerful and insightful practice designed to help you reconnect with your pelvic space. However, it can also be confronting – especially if you’ve experienced pain, trauma, or disconnection in this area. 

Please know that you are in control throughout the practice. If you need to pause, return to your breath, or step away, honour that.

What to expect in this guided meditation:

✨ A gentle yet profound practice to reconnect with your pelvic space
✨ Breathwork and visualisation to help release stored tension, trauma, or emotions
✨ A safe space to observe and honour your body’s wisdom
✨ A reclamation of your sacred feminine energy

This meditation invites you to explore your relationship with your pelvic space – acknowledging past experiences, releasing what no longer serves you, and cultivating healing, pleasure, and empowerment.

Find a quiet, comfortable space, and allow yourself to fully receive this practice.

We’ll be back with our usual episodes as soon as possible. 

Until then, we hope this meditation offers you the restoration and insight you need.

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Continuing our fertility series on the podcast, this week we’re exploring a more intentional path to conception.

Because conception isn’t just about biology…

It’s also about connection, energy, and creating space for new life. 

And while fertility tracking and supplements have their place, there’s a deeper, more intentional way to approach this journey.

In this episode, Dr Peta and Sam explore conscious conception, sharing how yogic and tantric philosophies offer a more holistic path to pregnancy. 

They discuss the power of ritual, mindfulness, and body awareness to help you feel more aligned, present, and connected – both with yourself and your partner.

Whether you’re preparing to conceive now or simply want to deepen your relationship with your body and fertility, this conversation will give you a new perspective on what it means to truly welcome new life.

Listen now to learn:

🍃 Why conscious conception is about creating space – physically, emotionally, and spiritually – before bringing a child into the world.

🍃 How stress, modern lifestyles, and rigid timelines can impact fertility – and why surrendering to the process matters.

🍃 The power of ritual in conception, from walking together in nature to setting intentions before intimacy.

🍃 How moon cycles, circadian rhythms, and the nervous system influence fertility and overall well-being.

🍃 The role of body connection practices – like self-massage, moonbathing, and breathwork – to foster deep trust in yourself and your journey.

🍃 A simple but beautiful ritual to honour and invite a soul into your life.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a more intentional, connected, and holistic approach to conception.

Additional resources:

💻 Our online course, Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle is designed to help you deeply understand your menstrual cycle – so you can identify your most fertile days and support your body for a healthy conception.

🪷 More about Sam Lindsay-German and her healing work with women. 

🧘‍♀️ Join Sam for Sadhana recorded live each weekday at 5am in The Calm Room.

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When it comes to conception, most people focus on when to get pregnant – but what about how to prepare your body for pregnancy?

In this episode, Sam Lindsay-German speaks with naturopath and fertility expert Elysia Humphries about the essential steps to support your reproductive health – whether you're thinking about trying soon or simply want to optimise your fertility for the future.

They cover everything from egg and sperm quality to the key lifestyle, diet, and mindset shifts that make a difference in your ability to conceive.

Listen to this episode to learn:

🍃 Why fertility isn’t just about egg count – and how to improve egg quality at any age.

🍃 The impact of hormonal contraception and why coming off the pill early matters for conception.

🍃 How stress, sleep, and nutrition influence reproductive health – and practical ways to optimise each.

🍃 The essential nutrients and supplements for egg and sperm health (and why preconception care matters for both partners).

🍃 How fertility is so much more than biology – what emotional, energetic, and lifestyle factors can impact your ability to conceive.

This episode is a must-listen if you’re planning for pregnancy or simply want to be more informed about your reproductive health.

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Additional resources:

💻 Our online course, Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle is designed to help you deeply understand your menstrual cycle – so you can identify your most fertile days and support your body for a healthy conception.

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For more information about us, visit VeraWellness.com.au.

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For many women, fertility can feel like a ticking clock – especially when conversations about egg freezing and fertility testing are becoming more common. 

But how much do we really understand about ovarian reserve, egg quality, and the realities of fertility preservation?

In this episode, Dr Peta, Dr Thea and Sam break down what the AMH test (often called the ‘egg timer test’) actually tells you, when egg freezing might be a good option, and why this whole conversation is bigger than just biology.

Listen now to find out:

🍃 What the AMH test measures and why it doesn’t predict your ability to conceive naturally.

🍃 The truth about ovarian reserve and how age, lifestyle, and stress impact fertility.

🍃 How the egg freezing process works – success rates, costs, and key considerations.

🍃 The biggest misconceptions about the pill and fertility (does birth control really preserve your eggs?).

🍃 Why most women who freeze their eggs never use them – and what this tells us about fertility, career, and life choices.

This is a must-listen episode if you’re curious about fertility preservation, feeling anxious about your biological clock, or simply want to make more informed decisions about your reproductive health.

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What if the way we’ve been treating pelvic pain is keeping women stuck in a cycle of suffering?

For too long, the standard approach to pelvic pain – whether it’s endometriosis, period pain, or persistent discomfort – has focused on managing symptoms rather than addressing the deeper causes. 

Women are left feeling like their bodies are betraying them, caught in an endless loop of medications, surgeries, and frustration.

In this episode, Dr Peta and Dr Thea reveal a different way forward – one that helps you reclaim your body, rather than fight against it. 

They share how nervous system regulation, mindset shifts, and body awareness can transform your relationship with pain and open the door to true healing.

🎧 Listen now to find out:

🌿 The mind-body connection in chronic pelvic pain – why pain isn’t just physical.

🌿 How nervous system dysregulation and past experiences can amplify pain.

🌿 Why self-compassion and nervous system regulation are key to true healing.

🌿 The science behind pain, inflammation, and hormonal balance.

🌿 How you can reclaim agency over your body and move towards healing.

Struggling with period pain, endometriosis, or chronic pelvic discomfort?

The Heal Your Pelvic Pain program is designed to help you break free from the cycle of pain. 

This 9-week program, led by Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and physiotherapist Paula Hindle, gives you the tools to:

✨ Understand the root causes of pelvic pain.

✨ Rewire your nervous system for safety and ease.

✨ Reconnect with your body to feel empowered, not defeated.

📅 Course starts on Monday, 17 February 2025

🎟 Sign up by Friday 14 February to join this transformative program.

✅ Learn more and sign up here.

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📢  Free Workshop – Monday, 10 February at 12pm AEST

Before the course begins, Paula Hindle will be hosting a free online workshop – open to everyone – to help you prepare for healing and set yourself up for success. 

Join us for practical strategies and insights to start making shifts in your body and nervous system.

🔗 Register for the free workshop here.

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Have you ever wondered how to optimise your fertility – whether you’re thinking about conceiving now or in the future?

In this episode, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam break down the essential factors influencing fertility.

From understanding ovulation to the impact of lifestyle choices, they share key insights to help you reconnect with your body and take charge of your reproductive health.

Listen now to find out:

🌿 The physiology of conception and what needs to happen for pregnancy to occur.

🌿 How to track ovulation naturally – recognising key signs your body gives you.

🌿 The role of stress and nervous system regulation in fertility.

🌿 The impact of age, environmental toxins, and lifestyle factors on reproductive health.

🌿 Why fertility is more than just baby-making – it's a key indicator of overall wellbeing.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

💫 Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle – A self-paced online course from Vera Wellness to understand and work with your menstrual cycle.

📖 The Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack – A guide to understanding your menstrual cycle as a health report card.

💻 YourFertility.org.au – A trusted resource for evidence-based fertility information.

📱 Yuka App – A helpful tool for checking endocrine disruptors in personal care products.

🥦 The Dirty Dozen & Clean 15 – A guide to reducing pesticide exposure in your diet.

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If you struggle with endometriosis, debilitating periods, or persistent pelvic discomfort – find out more about our new online course Heal Your Pelvic Pain. 

Heal Your Pelvic Pain is a 9-week program, led by Vera Wellness gynaecologists Dr Peta and Dr Thea, alongside physiotherapist Paula Hindle, which combines evidence-based practices to help you:

✨ Understand the root cause of your pain.

✨ Calm your nervous system.

✨ Reconnect with your body to experience more ease and vitality.

The course begins on Monday, 17 February 2025. 

Learn more and sign up here.

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What if healing pain wasn’t just about treating your body – but learning to truly listen to it?

In this episode, Sam sits down with Vera Wellness physiotherapist Paula Hindle to uncover how reconnecting with your body and regulating your nervous system can transform your healing journey.

Paula shares her deeply personal story of loss and resilience, explaining how it shaped her holistic approach to physiotherapy, and why the mind-body connection is key to recovery.

🎙️In this episode, we explore:

🌿 The nervous system’s role in pain and healing and how recognising your states can help you find relief.

🌿 Moving beyond labels and why chronic pain is more than just a physical issue.

🌿 Creating safety and connection with simple tools to calm your nervous system and rest deeply.

🌿 Transforming adversity into purpose and how challenges can spark personal growth.

If you’re ready to move beyond the pain and reconnect with your body, our live online Heal Your Pelvic Pain course is open for enrolment.

Heal Your Pelvic Pain is a 9-week program led by Vera Wellness gynaecologists Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler, alongside physiotherapist Paula Hindle, which combines evidence-based practices to help you:

✨ Understand the root cause of your pain.

✨ Calm your nervous system.

✨ Reconnect with your body to experience more ease and vitality.

The course begins on Monday, 17 February 2025, and we have an Early Bird rate available until 1 February.

Use the code EARLYBIRD100 at checkout for $100 off the full price of the program.

Learn more and sign up here.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

💻 Polyvagal Theory by Dr Stephen Porges – The science behind the nervous system.

🧘‍♀️Guided practices such as yoga, meditation, and somatic techniques to reconnect with your body.

💚 Our live online Heal Your Pelvic Pain course is open for enrolment until 14 February 2025.

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What if pleasure could be the key to alleviating pelvic pain? 

In this episode, Sam Lindsay-German sits down with Brooke Dobó, one of Vera’s expert physiotherapists, to explore the connection between pleasure, safety, and pain.

You’ll learn why working with your body and nervous system, rather than against it, can help you move toward a state of safety, vulnerability, and relief.

🎧 Listen now to explore:

🌿 How pleasure and pain can coexist – and why embracing body sensations is crucial for healing.

🌿 The connection between chronic pelvic pain and the nervous system – and why safety is foundational for experiencing pleasure.

🌿 Why diagnoses like "vaginismus" can often be unhelpful – and how reframing them leads to empowerment.

🌿 Practical ways to reconnect with your body through small, daily sensory practices that promote calm and pleasure.

🌿 Tips for creating intimacy and connection with yourself and your partner, including gentle and mindful approaches to touch and presence.

Whether you’re experiencing pelvic pain, struggling with intimacy, or just curious about how pleasure can become part of your healing journey – this episode offers hope and actionable tools to move forward.

And we have some exciting news to share!

Our live Heal Your Pelvic Pain course will begin on 17 February 2025.

This 9-week online program, led by Vera Wellness gynaecologists Dr Peta and Dr Thea and our women's health physiotherapist Paula Hindle, combines evidence-based practices to help you:

✨ Understand the root cause of your pain so you can take control of your healing journey.

✨ Calm and rewire your nervous system so you can shift from constant stress to feeling grounded and supported.

✨ Reclaim your relationship with your body and rediscover its capacity for joy, pleasure and connection.

We have a special Early Bird rate for podcast listeners until 1 February 2025 and places are limited.

Use the coupon code EARLYBIRD100 to claim your discount. 

Learn more and join us here.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

• 📖 Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain.
• 📖 Come As You Are by Dr Emily Nagoski
• 🎙️ Your Erotic Blueprint Type interview with Jaiya

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Ever wondered why some periods are more painful than others? Or why stress and anxiety seem to dial up the discomfort? 

In this episode, Dr Peta and Sam discuss the powerful connection between your nervous system and your menstrual cycle.

You’ll learn why stress and environment matter, and most importantly, practical steps you can take to calm your body, reduce pain, and reconnect with your natural rhythm.

🎧 Listen now to discover:

🌿 How being in a constant state of stress or anxiety can increase inflammation and amplify period pain, and why moving toward a ‘safe’ state is crucial for better health.

🌿 Easy, actionable steps to help calm your nervous system right now – from simple breathing exercises to grounding techniques that reduce pain.

🌿 How to reframe how you think about your period and use it as an opportunity for reflection, self-care, and growth, rather than just a time of discomfort.

If you’re ready to explore the connection between your body and mind, and find real relief from period pain – this episode is for you. 

Try out the practices we discuss and notice the difference they can make.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• 📖 Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain.
• 💻 Deb Dana’s work on the rhythm of regulation.
• 💻 Jess Maguire's workshops on practical ways to regulate the nervous system.
• 📖 Period Queen by Lucy Peach – A book on understanding the emotional landscape of the menstrual cycle.

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Welcome to 2025!

As we kick off the New Year, we’re diving into a topic that affects so many women but is often misunderstood – premenstrual mood disorders like PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) and PME (premenstrual exacerbation of an underlying mental health condition).

In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam explore what’s really behind premenstrual mood issues and how we can better support ourselves in this often-challenging phase of the menstrual cycle.

🎧 Listen now to discover:

🌿 What’s happening in the brain and body during the luteal phase – and why some women experience heightened sensitivity to hormonal changes.

🌿 The connection between PMDD, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation – and why environment matters just as much as biology.

🌿 Why societal expectations and the “need to perform” can make symptoms worse – and how breaking the stigma around cyclic living can help.

🌿 Simple strategies for self-care, including:

• Nutrition tips for stabilising blood sugar and supporting hormonal balance.
• Lifestyle changes like slowing down, spending time in nature, and creating space for rest.
• Practical tools for nervous system regulation, from breathwork to cold water therapy.

🌿 A compassionate perspective on treatment options – from supplements and lifestyle adjustments to bioidentical hormones and, in rare cases, medical interventions.

Why this episode matters:

The New Year is a time for reflection and intention-setting, and this conversation is a powerful reminder to prioritise self-care, listen to your body, and ask for help when needed. 

Whether you’re navigating PMDD, PME, or simply feeling the strain of life’s demands, this episode offers practical tools and insights to help you feel more grounded and connected.

Recommended Resources:

• 📖 Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide to understanding and managing pelvic pain.
• 🎙️ Episode 15 of Women of the Well – The Autumn + Winter of Your Menstrual Cycle (Luteal and Menstruation phases).
• 💻 IAPMD.org – Information on premenstrual mood disorders.
• 📖 Anchored by Deb Dana – A guide to nervous system regulation.
• 💻 Jessica Maguire’s Vagus Nerve Masterclass – Practical tools for nervous system health.

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After a long pause, Women of the Well is back.

In this conversation, Dr Peta, Dr Thea and Sam sit together in a very real season of life transition – talking about menopause, ageing, endings and the one thing most of us are trying to avoid thinking about: death.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Sam’s real-time experience of perimenopause – still cycling at 51, noticing stronger bleeds, night waking and hot flushes that arrive like a clear “message” from her body.
• Listening instead of resisting – how tuning into symptoms (rather than fighting them) has helped Sam adjust her training, eating and lifestyle in ways that feel right for her.
• Why menopause isn’t just decline – the cultural story that says menopause “takes everything away” versus the reality of greater freedom, time, clarity and physical strength many women experience in midlife.
• Anxiety, mood shifts and the luteal phase – Peta and Thea share candidly about premenstrual anxiety, irritability and “existential dread”, and how naming these patterns with family helps.
• Ageing, fear and the medicalisation of menopause – a critical look at the booming “menopause industry”, the framing of oestrogen deficiency as a disease, and the idea that all women should be on hormones forever.
• Death as the unspoken backdrop – how our fear of mortality shows up in the obsession with trying to keep bodies the same, and why accepting change can soften this fear.
• Suffering, growth and feeling it all – the difference between caring for our bodies and micromanaging them, and why discomfort can be a portal to meaning and maturation rather than something to eliminate at all costs.
• From attraction to resource – shifting from needing to be sexually “attractive” to being valued for presence, wisdom, skills and contribution as we age.
• Competing, comparing and complaining – how these patterns keep us stuck in misery about our changing bodies, and what opens up when we practise acceptance instead.
• Soul, spirit and the unchanging self – returning to the part of us that doesn’t age, even as our bodies inevitably do.

A reflective invitation as you listen to this episode:

• Where are you feeling pain, discomfort or resistance right now?
• If you treated those sensations as messages rather than problems to fix, what might they be asking of you?
• How could you allow what is happening – rather than trying to control or outrun it – and see what unfolds next?

Resources mentioned:

• “The Thunder, Perfect Mind” – an ancient poem from the Nag Hammadi / Dead Sea Scrolls collection, often read as a voice of the divine feminine. 

Stay connected – the conversation doesn’t end here.

If this episode brought up reflections, questions or stories of your own menopause experience, the Women of the Well team would love to hear from you. Share your thoughts or topic requests for future episodes via email to marketing@verawellness.com.au and let us know:

What are you noticing in your own season of change – and what might your body be trying to tell you?

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Are new drugs really the solution to managing endometriosis, or is there a bigger picture being missed?

In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam break down the recent news about a supposed “miracle drug” for endometriosis that’s now subsidised under the PBS.

While the headlines promise life-changing results, the team shares their insights and first-hand experiences treating women with endometriosis and pelvic pain – and why this "new" solution may fall short.

🎧 Listen now to find out:

🌿 What the "new drug" actually is and why Visanne (Dienogest) isn’t as revolutionary as it’s being portrayed.

🌿 The real problem with treating endometriosis – how focusing solely on lesions and surgery ignores the whole-body factors driving pain.

🌿 Why hormone-based treatments often fail women – from worsening mood issues to long-term impacts like painful sex and vaginal atrophy.

🌿 What’s really behind pelvic pain – the role of the nervous system, muscle tension, and immune health in managing symptoms effectively.

🌿 Ways the system needs to change including better access to holistic care, physiotherapy, nervous system regulation, and longer appointments for women’s health.

Why we're so passionate about this:

Because women deserve more than cookie-cutter solutions for complex health issues like endometriosis and pelvic pain. 

This episode dives into the nuance of what truly helps women heal and reclaim their lives, beyond the band-aid fixes often prescribed.

Recommended resources:

• 📖 Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain, with practical strategies for calming the nervous system.

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This week’s episode is a special collaboration between Women of the Well and The Best of Women’s Health Podcast.

It was recorded live at Vera Wellness during an event celebrating renowned naturopath Lara Briden’s latest book, The Metabolism Reset.

British podcast host and functional nutritionist Tanya Borowski sat down with Dr Peta and Dr Thea for an honest, eye-opening discussion about why conventional approaches to periods, pelvic pain and hormonal health might not be enough.

🎧 Listen now to find out:

🌿 Why pain doesn’t always mean surgery – reframing the approach to endometriosis and pelvic pain.

🌿 How the nervous system and immune system influence hormonal health (and what you can do to support them).

🌿 Holistic alternatives for managing periods, pelvic pain, and hormonal imbalances.

This episode is packed with insights, practical tools, and a fresh perspective on women’s health that you don’t want to miss.

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

🎙️The Best of Women's Health Podcast with Tanya Borowski

📖 Dr Peta Wright’s book, Healing Pelvic Pain

📖 Lara Briden’s latest book The Metabolism Reset

📖 The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk – Insights on trauma and the nervous system.

📖 Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual by Lara Briden – Practical guides to menstrual and menopause health.

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What if those “challenging” phases of your cycle are actually key to helping you unlock deep self-awareness and creativity?

In this episode, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam dive into the luteal and menstruation phases – often referred to as "hell week" or the “dark side” of the cycle.

This discussion reframes these phases, showing how they offer an opportunity for reflection, rest, and even transformation.

The team explores the physical and emotional shifts that occur as your hormones decline, offering tools and strategies to navigate this time with grace and get the support you need.

By tuning into your body’s cues and embracing cyclical living, you can find more balance, reduce overwhelm, and harness the incredible insights these phases provide.

Listen now to discover:

🌿 What happens hormonally during the luteal and menstrual phases – and how these changes influence your mood, energy, and cravings.

🌿 How the luteal phase connects to Autumn energy, inviting rest, self-care, and deeper connection to intuition.

🌿 Tips for managing common luteal-phase symptoms like irritability, cravings, and fatigue – without guilt or shame.

🌿 Why the menstrual phase is a sacred time for rest, release, and reconnection with yourself.

🌿 How to honour your cyclical nature in a society that values constant productivity – and why doing so can be transformative.

🎧 Tune in for a compassionate guide to embracing the beauty and wisdom of these often misunderstood or maligned phases.
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Resources Mentioned in this episode:

🌳 Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle Course: A comprehensive online program (guided by Dr Peta Wright) to help you understand and optimise your cycle – with education, tools, recipes and movement practices to support you throughout the month.

🌟 Stardust App: A menstrual cycle tracking app that aligns your cycle with the phases of the moon and provides personalised insights that your partner can access too.

📖 In the FLO book by Alisa Vitti: A guide to aligning your life with the phases of your menstrual cycle for better health and productivity.

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What if you could work with your cycle to feel more energised, creative, and aligned with your natural rhythm?

This week on Women of the Well, we’re kicking off a mini-series on the menstrual cycle with a deep dive into the follicular and ovulatory phases – the 'Spring' and 'Summer' of your cycle. 

These phases are often when you feel most energised, social, and capable. This makes them the perfect time to focus on productivity, creativity, and connection.

Dr Thea, Dr Peta, and Sam guide you through the hormonal, physical, and emotional shifts of these times, sharing practical ways to harness your natural energy and embrace a cyclical approach to life. 

Please note: we apologise for the sound quality in parts of this episode, we are working on a fix and should have this sorted soon!

Listen to discover:

🌿 How rising oestrogen levels influence your mood, energy, and creativity – and why the follicular phase is often the “go-getter” time of the cycle.

🌿 How tuning into your cycle can help you work smarter, not harder, and bring more balance to your life.

🌿 The physical and emotional shifts that occur during ovulation – from peak energy to the occasional emotional overwhelm.

🌿 Why you might feel more spontaneous desire around ovulation and how this connects to your hormones and emotional state.

🌿 How to align your tasks, projects, and self-care with your natural rhythm.

🎧 Tune in now to find out how to embrace the energy and possibility of these phases. 

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

🌳 Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle Course: A comprehensive online program (guided by Dr Peta Wright) to help you understand and optimise your cycle – with education, tools, and practices to support you throughout the month.

📖 Florence Given’s Book – Women Living Deliciously: A bold and empowering guide to embracing self-expression, living deliciously, and doing life on your terms.

🌟 Stardust App: A menstrual cycle tracking app that aligns your cycle with the phases of the moon and provides personalised insights that your partner can access too. 

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How do you really feel about your desire and connection to pleasure?

Curious? Confused? Maybe even a little frustrated?

In this week’s episode of Women of the Well, we’re diving into one of the most fascinating and misunderstood aspects of health: libido.

Whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of desire or simply curious about how to connect more deeply with your pleasure, this conversation is packed with insights and practical tools to inspire and empower you.

Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German take an honest, evidence-based, and holistic look at what impacts libido – and how you can feel more connected to yourself, your partner, and your life.

Why you’ll love this episode:

🌿 Discover why libido isn’t just about sex – it’s about how you feel in your body, your life, and your relationships.

🌿 From tantric-inspired practices to Moon Centres in yoga, learn how to nurture connection and bring more pleasure into your daily life.

🌿 Why hormones like testosterone aren’t the main factor – and what really affects desire, including stress, safety, and connection.

🌿 Understand the difference between spontaneous and responsive desire – and how to make intimacy work beautifully in long-term relationships.

🌿 Rediscover the link between sexual energy, creativity, and your overall zest for life.

🎧 Listen now and let us know what you think. 

Resources and Recommendations:

• 📖 Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski – The ultimate guide to the science of female sexuality and desire.
• 📖 Come Together by Emily Nagoski – A follow-up exploring deeper dimensions of connection and intimacy.
• 💡 Lubricants:
  • Olive & Bee – Organic olive oil and beeswax-based lubricant (not suitable with latex condoms).
  • Coconut oil or olive oil – Natural, nourishing alternatives.
  • Stimulating lubricants – Options that add warmth or tingling for extra sensation.
  • Specialty lubricants from Ellechemy – Options infused with testosterone or Viagra for enhanced blood flow.   
• 🧘 Moon Centres (from yoga traditions): Enhance connection and pleasure through gentle touch and tantric-inspired practices.
• 🌟 Eye gazing and tantric breathing techniques: Deepen intimacy through simple yet transformative practices.
• 🧘‍♀️ Pelvic flow movements: Try yoga-inspired practices like pelvic tilts to increase connection and flow.

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In this episode, we’re focusing on how to feel good during perimenopause and menopause without rigid rules or overwhelming advice.

Co-hosts Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler and Sam Lindsay-German unpack holistic ways of supporting the body through menopause – that feel aligned, sustainable, and balanced.

With so much contradictory information out there, it’s easy to feel confused about what your body needs.

This conversation breaks it all down, offering guidance that honours body wisdom and embraces a truly holistic approach to health.

🎧 Here’s what you’ll discover:

🌿 Why prescriptive advice can be counterproductive and how a flexible, personalised approach to menopause often feels best.

🌿 Simple, nourishing foods and diets that support brain health, lower inflammation, and honour what works best for you.

🌿 The value of joyful movement – from gardening to dancing – and how to find forms of exercise that make you feel good.

🌿 Tips from Ayurveda to balance your energy and promote gut health, including the benefits of cooked, warming foods.

🌿 Honest insights into navigating alcohol and sleep challenges, with gentle suggestions for finding what works best for your body.

Listen in as Dr Peta, Dr Thea and Sam discuss everything from diet and movement, to the importance of tuning into your body’s unique needs.

Resources to complement this episode:

• Listen to our previous episode Rediscovering yourself in perimenopause.
• More about Sam Lindsay-German and her healing work with women. 
• Join Sam for Sadhana recorded live each weekday at 5am in The Calm Room.

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In this episode, we’re slowing down and stepping into a different way of looking at perimenopause – not as something to manage or “get through,” but as a chance to reconnect with who you truly are.

Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler sit down with co-host Sam Lindsay-German, who’s in the heart of her own perimenopause journey.

Sam shares how, at 50, she’s using this phase to tune into her soul voice, deepen her inner calm, and let go of beliefs that no longer serve her.

This intimate conversation invites you to listen in on Sam’s personal insights and experiences with mindfulness, yoga, and self-reflection – practices that have helped her find peace and purpose during this time of change.

🎧 Listen to discover:

🌿 Sam’s honest take on why perimenopause feels like a spiritual awakening and how she’s choosing to listen to her inner wisdom more deeply.

🌿 Simple practices from the yogic perspective that can help you feel more grounded and in tune with yourself, especially when everything else feels in flux.

🌿 How small daily rituals like yoga, mindfulness, and quiet time have transformed Sam’s outlook, helping her embrace this phase rather than resist it.

🌿 Open reflections on self-acceptance, letting go of the “shoulds,” and approaching midlife with a little more ease and confidence.

Tune in for Sam’s grounded, soul-centered insights and feel inspired to step into this next phase with curiosity and self-compassion.

Resources to complement this episode:

• Listen to our previous episode – Insights from the World Congress on Menopause.
• Research paper about the impact of attitudes towards menopause and symptom experience.
• Red School’s The Menstruality Podcast – How We Become a Force of Nature in Menopause.
• More about Sam Lindsay-German and her healing work with women. 
• Join Sam for Sadhana recorded live each weekday at 5am in The Calm Room.

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In this week’s episode, we’re diving back into the conversation around Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) with fresh insights from the recent 19th World Congress on Menopause in Melbourne.

Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler are here to share the latest findings, practical takeaways, and a few myth-busting updates on menopause care.

If you’re curious about what the world’s top experts are saying on MHT, lifestyle impacts, and menopause brain health, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Listen in to hear:

🌿 New perspectives on MHT – Dr Peta and Dr Thea revisit last week’s discussion to explore whether MHT should be used to prevent chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease or if it’s best reserved for symptom relief. Hear why the latest research still favours a balanced, symptom-first approach.

🌿 Lifestyle choices that matter – Discover why some lifestyle changes, like movement and stress management, can be just as powerful as hormone therapy for long-term health and vitality.

🌿 What’s happening with menopause brain health – The latest research sheds light on how menopause affects the brain, including why “brain fog” is often temporary and may even be part of an adaptive, natural rewiring.

🌿 Testosterone and menopause – Get the facts on why testosterone has limited impact on symptoms like low libido and fatigue, and why a holistic, whole-body approach may be the best way to support wellness at this stage.

Join us for this follow-up episode as Dr Peta and Dr Thea connect cutting-edge research with practical advice that helps you make empowered, personalised choices for your health.

Additional resources mentioned in this episode:

• Last week's episode – Ep 9: Menopause and Hormone Therapy – Myths, Facts and Choices.
• Prof Pauline Maki’s Research on Menopause and Brain Health.

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In this episode, we’re exploring a topic that sparks a lot of curiosity and confusion – Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), formerly known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s the right option for you, this conversation will help you cut through the noise.

Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German dive into the history and evolution of hormone treatments, from early synthetic versions to today’s more advanced bioidentical options.

They explain what these terms really mean, how the treatments work, and the potential benefits and risks associated with them.

Along with breaking down the science, they also provide thoughtful advice on navigating the overwhelming amount of information out there, so you can feel empowered to make choices that align with your body and lifestyle.

🎧 Tune in now to hear:

🌿 The fascinating history of menopause treatments and how we’ve progressed to the more personalised hormone therapy options available today.

🌿 The difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones and why bioidentical hormones are now considered a safer and more effective option for many women.

🌿 Why hormone therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and how you can work with your doctor to find a treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.

🌿 A fresh perspective on menopause and practical advice on how to manage symptoms and embrace this new chapter.

Whether you’re curious about hormone therapy, already on MHT, or exploring natural ways to support your health during menopause – this episode offers thoughtful, evidence-based insights from experienced gynaecologists who are passionate about helping women make confident choices.

And we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about MHT or menopause that you’d like us to answer on a future episode of the podcast, please email them to hello@verawellness.com.au or reach out on Instagram @verawellness.com.au.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 7 of Women of the Well – Demystifying perimenopause and menopause.
• Feminine Forever by Robert Wilson – A highly controversial book that played a big role in popularising early hormone treatments for menopause.
• The XX Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi – A great resource on the neuroendocrine changes that occur during menopause.

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In this episode, we take a closer look at hormonal treatments that can help reduce inflammation and ease period pain.

Because with so many options out there – it’s easy to feel unsure about what’s right for your body.

Vera Wellness gynaecologists, Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler, guide you through the different hormonal treatments, breaking down the pros and cons so you can make an informed decision that feels right for you.

🎧 Tune in now to discover…

🌿 What causes period pain and ovulation discomfort: Understand how your body works and why some symptoms might feel worse than others.

🌿 Hormonal treatments that could ease the pain: From the pill to IUDs, discover how different options can help reduce inflammation and make your cycle more manageable.

🌿 The pros and cons of hormone-based treatments: While they might work well for pain, some come with side effects like mood swings, weight changes, or even dryness.

🌿 Making the best choice for your body: Dr Peta and Dr Thea talk about why it’s essential to get personalised care so you feel confident in picking the right approach – whether that’s using hormones or trying other methods.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about hormonal treatments, or you just want to get a better handle on managing your cycle – this episode is packed with practical insights to help you make more confident, empowered decisions.

For a list of the treatments mentioned in this episode, see the extended show notes at www.verawellness.com.au/blog.

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We didn’t plan for this to happen… but when we sat down to talk, something shifted.

This week's episode is not a conversation about a particular health topic or a deep dive into hormones or cycles…

It’s an honest reflection on where we’re at, and an invitation to pause.

After more than 30 episodes, we’ve arrived at a natural winter – a moment to slow down, reassess, and honour the cycle of this podcast project.

We didn’t plan this in advance.

But when we sat down to record and felt our energy shift, we realised it was time to listen to our bodies and our inner knowing, just as we always invite you to do.

This may not be a forever goodbye… but it is a “pause for now.”

🎙️ In this final episode for now, we reflect on:

🌿 Why it’s okay to rest, and how we can honour the natural seasons and cycles of life

🌿 The truth behind why we started this podcast (and what we never wanted it to become)

🌿 How constantly striving to optimise our health can become another form of self-judgement

🌿 Why letting go, embracing stillness, and trusting our own inner knowing is the most powerful healing we can do

Whether this is a short pause or a more permanent ending, we’re so grateful you’ve been with us.

The full library of episodes will remain available, so you can return to them whenever you need support, insight, or a gentle reminder to come back to yourself.

💬 If this podcast has impacted you, we’d honestly love to hear from you. Send us a message on Instagram @verawellness.com.au or email marketing@verawellness.com.au.

Thank you for being here.

Thank you for listening.

And thank you for honouring your own rhythms, too.

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Additional resources to support you:

🧘‍♀️ Heal Your Pelvic Pain – Our live online program delivered by leading women's health experts to help you alchemise your pain, reconnect with your body, and reclaim your life.

🌕 Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle – a self-paced course to help you understand and work with the phases of your cycle for more vitality and clarity.

📖 Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain.

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In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Peta Wright and holistic counsellor Sam Lindsay-German are unpacking one of the biggest topics for women in their 40s and 50s – perimenopause and menopause.

There’s a lot of information out there (and a lot of misinformation too), but Dr Peta and Sam explain why this transition doesn’t have to be something to fear.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

🍃 What perimenopause and menopause actually are, and when the changes typically start.

🍃 Sam’s personal experience and the insights Peta has learned from her patients, sharing how symptoms like hot flushes, brain fog, and mood swings can be influenced by stress and lifestyle.

🍃 A brief look at HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) – why it’s one option, but definitely not the only one.

🍃 Why this time of life can be a gateway to more clarity, creativity, and freedom as you step into your “wisdom years.”

Whether you’re just beginning to explore perimenopause or are already in the thick of your transition,  this episode is filled with actionable advice and supportive insights to help you navigate it all with more confidence.

Additional information and resources:

• Wise Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer – A transformative book that redefines menopause as a spiritual journey and a catalyst for personal empowerment.
• Red School – Founded by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer, offering courses and resources on menstruality and menopause to help women embrace their cycles and life stages.
• Ayurveda – The ancient Indian holistic healing system that provides insights into the natural transitions of life and how to balance your body's energies during menopause.

More about the Vera Wellness Embracing Your Wise Woman Years Retreat:

At Vera, we run the Embracing Your Wise Woman Years event – a full-day retreat-style event designed to support women through the transition of perimenopause and menopause. 

It includes talks from our gynaecologists and holistic practitioners, rituals to honour this life stage, and practical advice on navigating your health.

Find out more and register your interest for upcoming events here.

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In this special episode of Women of the Well, we’re getting personal.

Join hosts Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German as they open up about their backgrounds and how they ended up working in holistic women's health.

🎧 Listen now to discover:

🍃 The book that shifted Peta's entire perspective on women’s health – leading her to question everything she’d been taught as a gynaecologist.

🍃 Thea takes us back to her roots, sharing the beautiful story of how her mum’s holistic GP practice influenced her career. 

🍃 Sam shares her unconventional path from British Army Officer to holistic women’s counsellor. She talks about how following her intuition – and a few nudges from the universe – led her to the work she’s so passionate about today. 

In this episode, Dr Peta and Dr Thea both share their frustrations with the conventional medical system, especially around the use of hormonal treatments like the pill. 

They talk about why it’s so important to offer women alternatives that honour their natural cycles and well-being, and how they’ve brought these approaches to their practice at Vera Wellness.

If you’ve ever thought there has to be another way to practise medicine – especially when it comes to women's health – this episode is for you.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Period Repair Manual by Lara Briden – A fantastic guide to understanding the impact of lifestyle on your menstrual cycle.
• Dr Aviva Romm MD – A functional medicine expert who bridges traditional wisdom and modern medicine for women and children.
• Period Queen by Lucy Peach – An insightful look into the emotional and spiritual aspects of the menstrual cycle.
• Yoga for Real Life by Maya Fiennes – A practical guide to using yoga for personal transformation and healing.

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In this episode, Sam Lindsay-German sits down with women’s health physiotherapist Brooke Dobó to explore the connection between your pelvic floor and chronic pain.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your pelvic floor might be contributing to your discomfort, this conversation is a must-listen.

Brooke brings her expertise to the table, explaining how the pelvic floor muscles can become tense and contribute to pain, particularly in response to stress, anxiety, or trauma.

She also shares practical strategies for identifying and addressing pelvic floor tension, so you can find some relief.

🎧 Tune in now to discover:

🍃 The role of the pelvic floor: How these muscles work and why they might be causing your pain.

🍃 Pelvic pain triggers: Understanding how stress, anxiety, and trauma can lead to pelvic floor tension and discomfort.

🍃 Practical strategies for relief: Learn techniques like belly breathing, pelvic floor relaxation, and gentle movement to help alleviate pain and support your pelvic health.

🍃 Empowering insights: Why being aware of your body, especially your pelvic floor, is crucial for managing and overcoming chronic pain.

Whether you’re dealing with pelvic pain, or just want to learn more about your body – this episode is packed with insights to help you feel informed, empowered, and ready to take control of your health.

Additional Resources:

• More about Brooke Dobó and her work at Vera Wellness.
• Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr. Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain.
• Article on effective pelvic health physiotherapy via telehealth. 
• If you’re in South East Queensland, click here to find out more about our next Healing Pelvic Pain Workshop.  

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In this episode, Vera Wellness gynaecologists Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler explore the important nuances of endometriosis diagnosis and management.

From explaining the different types of endometriosis to challenging the idea that surgery is the only solution, Dr Peta and Dr Thea offer insights into what’s really happening in your body.

They share how a more informed, whole-body approach can help you manage your symptoms and feel more in control of your health.

Whether you're newly diagnosed, have been dealing with endometriosis for years, or just want to learn more about your body – this episode is packed with insights to help you feel informed and empowered.

🎧 Tune in for this deep dive into…

🍃 What’s really causing your pain: Not all pelvic pain is due to endometriosis. Find out how to identify if your symptoms could be rooted in something else – and what that means for your next steps.

🍃 A new perspective on diagnosis: Why the push for early diagnosis might not always serve you and how embracing a holistic, whole-body approach can actually lead to better, longer-lasting outcomes.

🍃 Understanding endometriosis types: Get clear on the different types of endometriosis – from superficial and deep infiltrating endo, to ovarian endometriomas and adhesive endometriosis. Learn what these mean for your symptoms and treatment options.

🍃 The truth about laparoscopy: Why this commonly recommended diagnostic surgery might not be the “gold standard” after all – and what you should consider instead.

🍃 Alternatives to surgery that work: Explore powerful non-surgical strategies like pain education, pelvic floor therapy, nervous system regulation, diet, and lifestyle changes that could help you reclaim your health and wellbeing.

**IMPORTANT NOTE**  If you’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis and are worried about fertility – book an appointment with a fertility specialist to discuss further fertility testing and options. Some women with endometriosis may experience more challenges trying to conceive, although the majority of women have no issues. Counseling early can help provide you with information specific to you, and provide you with all the options available for investigation and treatment if this is a concern for you.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr. Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain.

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In today’s episode we’re decoding a topic that so many of us deal with but don’t talk about enough: period pain.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the discomfort or just wondered what’s really happening in your body each month, this episode is for you.

Join hosts Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German, as they explore the truth behind period pain, share simple remedies you can use right away, and discuss why embracing radical self-care during your cycle is a game-changer.

🎧 Listen now to uncover:

🍃 The science behind period pain – understanding what's happening in your body and how knowledge an help reduce pain.

🍃 Easy and effective remedies you already have in your kitchen – ginger, turmeric, and more natural ways to soothe discomfort.

🍃 The power of rest and self-care – why it’s essential to slow down and listen to your body’s needs.

🍃 Practical strategies to feel better, naturally – from yoga and movement to mindful breathing and magnesium supplements.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright

Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer

Period Queen by Lucy Peach

Love Your Lady Landscape by Lisa Lister

Extended show notes and transcript are available at verawellness.com.au/blog.

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Navigating endometriosis can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting information out there.

In this episode, Dr Peta Wright and Sam Lindsay-German gently unpack the top misconceptions about this condition – offering clarity, comfort, and a path forward for those seeking understanding and support.

Listen as they explore six of the biggest myths about endometriosis – from misunderstood symptoms and causes to the range of treatment options available.

With a compassionate approach, they shed light on what’s true, what’s not, and how you can find the right path for your own body and wellbeing.

🎧 Listen now to find out:

🍃 Why endometriosis is not always synonymous with pain, progression, or an incurable condition, and learn how some women live symptom-free.

🍃 The range of treatment options beyond surgery and hormones, including lifestyle changes, diet, and ways to support your immune system and overall health.

🍃 Why an early diagnosis doesn’t necessarily mean better outcomes and how you can make informed, empowered decisions about your care.

Resources Mentioned:

• Healing Pelvic Pain by Dr Peta Wright – A comprehensive guide on managing pelvic pain and understanding the complexities of endometriosis.
• Research studies on endometriosis and pain.
• Studies on immune response and stress related to endometriosis.

If you’ve ever felt confused or overwhelmed by the information about endometriosis, this episode is here to help you find clarity.

Tune in and discover the truth behind the myths.

Extended show notes and transcript are available at verawellness.com.au/blog.
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Have you ever felt like your healthcare was more about managing symptoms than truly healing?

In our debut episode, we explore why it’s crucial for women to reclaim their healthcare and how embracing a holistic approach can lead to genuine wellness.

Welcome to the first episode of Women of the Well.

Join gynaecologist Dr Peta Wright and holistic counselor Sam Lindsay-German as they discuss why it’s essential for women to take back control of their healthcare.

This episode delves into how the conventional medical model often misses the mark in addressing women’s unique health needs and how reconnecting with our bodies, nature, and our inner wisdom can lead to true wellness.

🎧 Listen now to find out:

🍃 How the current medical model can often overlook the cyclical, dynamic nature of women’s bodies, leading to disempowerment and lack of real solutions.

🍃 Why it’s important for women to reconnect with the intuitive knowledge of their bodies and how this can transform the way you approach your health.

🍃 The deeply moving story behind the name of this podcast, Women of the Well.

🍃 How a holistic perspective that integrates mind, body, and spirit can help you achieve a deeper, more genuine state of wellness.

Resources Mentioned:

• If Women Rose Rooted by Sharon Blackie – A powerful exploration of women's connection to self, nature, and the cycles of life.
• Vera Wellness Clinic – A multidisciplinary health clinic offering a holistic approach to women's wellness.

Extended show notes and transcript are available at verawellness.com.au/blog.

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What if women were truly comfortable with their true power? With the incredible intelligence, strength and beauty of their bodies?

How would that change the way we see women’s health?

Welcome to Women of the Well.

This podcast has been designed to help women like you reconnect with your bodies and celebrate the magic within them.

It’s hosted by gynaecologists Dr Peta Wright and Dr Thea Bowler, alongside holistic women’s counsellor Sam Lindsay-German.

We’re here because we believe that for too long, women have absorbed the idea that their female-ness is troublesome, messy or inconvenient. 

Women have internalised the idea that they don’t have control over their bodies. 

They often feel like their bodies let them down or betray them in some way. 

And the mainstream medical model has supported and even enforced this paradigm. 

We want to help women to see the magic in their bodies again. 

To reconnect with how amazing and powerful we are, and to celebrate and support the female body. 

We want to guide you back to yourself and support you to understand your body so you can make health decisions that feel right for you. 

And we will have some incredible guests join us to dive deeper in to all aspects of women’s health – mind, body and soul. 

We hope you love it, and if you do, please subscribe and share this podcast with other women. 

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This week, we’re continuing the powerful conversation we started in Episode 32 about victim consciousness – and how it shows up in our lives in ways we might not expect.

But this time, we go even deeper.

Dr Peta and Sam explore the unconscious patterns that keep us stuck – from our beliefs about who we are to the stories we tell ourselves (and others) about our pain.

Together, they unpack:

🌿 Why victim, rescuer and perpetrator roles always co-exist – and how we can move beyond this triangle

🌿 The subtle ways women are taught to bond over suffering (and what to do instead)

🌿 How shame, superiority and saviour-complex behaviour keep us disempowered

🌿 Why our language matters (and how to stop casting spells like “I have to…”)

🌿 How our beliefs about our body, our past, and our identity shape our suffering

This episode isn’t about blame or denial – it’s an invitation to start recognising your own patterns and beliefs, and gently shifting them so you can experience more joy, peace, and presence.

🎧 Listen now to part 2 of this raw, transformative series – and let us know how it lands for you.

Resources mentioned:

• The Wheel of Consent by Betty Martin
• The Four Cs Practice (Don’t complain, compete, compare or criticise – from yogic tradition)
• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
• Teachings from Caroline Myss and Byron Katie

Questions and topics:

Do you have a question about this episode or a topic you want us to explore on the podcast? Send us a text (link above episode description), a message on Instagram or email us at marketing@verawellness.com.au.

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Do you ever feel powerless, stuck, or like life is just happening to you?

In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Thea and Dr Peta explore a topic that might feel a little uncomfortable but has the potential to spark real change.

They’re talking about victim consciousness.

Not as a label or an accusation, but as a nervous system state that many of us (consciously or unconsciously) fall into – especially when we’ve experienced chronic pain, health issues, or any form of trauma or dismissal.

They discuss:

🌿 What victim consciousness really means – and how it’s linked to a dysregulated nervous system

🌿 Why identifying with your diagnosis (endo, PMDD, menopause, etc) can actually keep you stuck

🌿 The Victim Triangle – and how it plays out in chronic health conditions

🌿 Why society benefits from keeping women disempowered (and why reclaiming your power matters)

🌿 How to shift your beliefs, reclaim agency, and access more joy, pleasure, and possibility in your life

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your pain, powerless in your body, or trapped by a diagnosis, this is a must-listen conversation that aims to help you see things differently and move forward with more compassion for yourself.

Quick request: We’re planning future episodes right now, and we’d really love your input. If there’s a topic or question you want us to explore, please email or send us a DM on Instagram — your suggestions truly shape the show.

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Feeling more tired, irritable, or overwhelmed than usual – but not sure why?

In this raw and relatable conversation, Sam Lindsay-German is joined again by Vera Wellness naturopath, Elysia Humphries, to unpack the real (and often hidden) symptoms of perimenopause and menopause – from brain fog and burnout to joint pain, weight gain, and loss of identity.

Together, they explore:

🌿 What perimenopause really looks like – and why it’s not just about hot flushes

🌿 The hidden symptoms that show up before your period disappears – from frozen shoulder to burnout

🌿 Why your hormones are impacting your joints, brain, energy, and even your tolerance for noise

🌿 How to support your cognitive health, mood, and resilience (even if you’ve got small kids and zero time to yourself)

🌿 The real story behind midlife weight gain – and why that “menopause belly” might actually be helping you

🌿 Natural medicine vs HRT – and why you don’t need to choose sides

Whether you’re in your 40s and feeling off, deep in the transition, or supporting someone else, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and better equipped for what’s ahead.

Recommended resources from this episode:

• 📖 Wise Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women – but is it really what you think it is?

In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam break down what PCOS actually means, why it’s often misunderstood (even by medical professionals), and what you really need to know if you’ve been given this diagnosis.

They discuss:

🌿 The real meaning behind “polycystic ovaries” – why the name is misleading and how it can result in overdiagnosis and misdiagnosis.

🌿 Why PCOS isn’t a one-size-fits-all condition – understanding the different causes behind ovulation issues and how factors like insulin resistance, inflammation, and stress play a role.

🌿 The impact of birth control on PCOS diagnosis – why going on the pill young can mask underlying issues and what happens when you stop taking it.

🌿 How lifestyle, stress, and nutrition affect ovulation – the key factors that can restore your cycle naturally and what to focus on instead of weight loss.

🌿 Why your period is a monthly “report card” for your health – and what irregular, heavy, or absent cycles are telling you about your body.

If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS (or suspect you might have it), this episode will help you understand what’s really happening in your body – and how to support yourself with the right approach.

Additional Resources:

💡 Unlocking the Power of Your Cycle – A self-paced course to help you understand and work with your cycle for better health, energy, and hormonal balance.

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Going through IVF can feel like an emotional rollercoaster – from navigating all the medical procedures to handling the stress and uncertainty of the process.

But what if there were natural ways to support your body and mind during this journey?

In this episode, Sam sits down with Vera Wellness naturopath Elysia Humphries to explore a holistic approach to IVF.

Together, they chat about:

🍃 What really impacts IVF success – and why egg and sperm health matter more than you think.

🍃 The most effective supplements and herbs for fertility support (and the ones that might not be worth your money).

🍃 How stress affects IVF outcomes and simple ways to keep your nervous system regulated.

🍃 The importance of feeling supported – how finding the right doctor, team, and care plan can make all the difference.

If you or someone you love is on an IVF journey, this episode is packed with insights to help you feel more empowered, informed, and supported every step of the way.

Additional resources:

🎙️ Episode 25: Preparing your body for pregnancy with naturopath Elysia Humphries

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What happens when life forces you to stop?

After the recent cyclone left Dr Peta and the Vera Wellness clinic without power, this week’s episode of Women of the Well is a little different – recorded at Dr Thea’s house with no proper microphones, just an honest conversation about what it feels like to truly slow down.

Peta and Thea reflect on the past week of stillness, disconnection (literally), and the unexpected lessons that come from being forced to pause.

They discuss:

🍃 The unexpected gifts of slowing down – how the absence of power, screens, and schedules created space for presence and connection.

🍃 How modern life pulls us out of alignment – and why we’re often trapped in a cycle of productivity that doesn’t serve our bodies or well-being.

🍃 The impact on children – what happens when kids aren’t rushed, and how their natural state teaches us about being fully present.

🍃 Listening to your body’s signals – why symptoms like pain, stress, and exhaustion might actually be messages asking you to change your pace.

🍃 Small but powerful shifts you can make – rethinking work, commitments, and what’s truly essential for a life that feels fulfilling.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on autopilot, constantly doing instead of being, this episode is an invitation to rethink what you actually need – and what you don’t.

Additional Resources:

💡 Follow Aimee Aroha for inspiration on simple, slow, and intentional living. 

📖 Journaling prompt: What would your life look like if you designed it for presence rather than productivity?

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email, leave a comment on Instagram, or share this episode with someone who needs it.

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What if the disconnection you feel from your body isn't because something's wrong with you – but because you've forgotten you're divine?

In this episode, we explore the power of recognising the goddess within – not as a spiritual concept you have to strive for, but as the truth of what you already are.

We talk about why goddess energy has been suppressed, shamed, and severed from our collective consciousness – and what happens when we reclaim it. This isn't about rejecting the masculine or declaring one better than the other. It's about remembering that the feminine divine deserves reverence, and that every woman is a living expression of the goddess in all her forms.

If you've ever felt shame about your body, your cycle, your darkness, or your changing form – this conversation is an invitation to see yourself differently.

In this episode, we explore:

• The Triple Goddess: maiden, mother, and crone – and why we fear the wild woman energy of the luteal phase and menopause
• Why we're culturally trained to say "God" but feel awkward saying "Goddess" – and what that reveals about patriarchy and disconnection
• Why society celebrates only the masculine aspects of women (productivity, sameness, control) and pathologises the feminine (cyclical nature, rest, darkness, rage)
• Goddess archetypes like Kali, Saraswati, and Aphrodite – and how they teach us to embrace every facet of ourselves
• The menstrual cycle as a sacred mirror of the moon's phases – and why we shame the fullness but revere it in nature
• How women have been severed from their own sexuality – and whether we even know what true feminine sexuality is beyond the male gaze
• The power of adorning yourself, dressing as a goddess, and worshipping your own temple

Your goddess practice:

Dress as a goddess every day for 40 days. Not for anyone else – for you. Adorn yourself. Notice what shifts.

Tag us on Instagram @verawellness.com.au in your goddess pictures – we'd love to see you reclaim your divinity.

Resources mentioned:

📚 The Other Goddess by Joanna Kujawa – exploring feminine divinity and sexuality 

📚 Mary Magdalene books by Meggan Watterson – feminist theology and the sacred feminine 

📚 Sharon Blackie's books – fables, archetypes, and goddess stories 

🃏 Goddess oracle cards by various authors

Upcoming event:

Join us for a special goddess gathering with Dr Joanna Kujawa on Friday, 13 March 2026 at Vera Wellness.

🎟️ Get your tickets here and dress like a goddess. 🌿

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