Black Menopause & Beyond

“Community, Care & Midlife Truths”

🎙️“COMMUNITY, CARE & MIDLIFE TRUTHS” Black Menopause & Beyond In this week’s episode of Black Menopause & Beyond, Anita takes you on a thoughtful journey through the conversations shaping midlife for women today. From walking into Parliament for the Rebuilding Trust: Tackling Inequity in Menopause Care report launch, to witnessing Black women showing up in force as allies at a prostate-cancer theatre event, Anita explores how the barriers affecting Black women’s health are strikingly similar to the challenges Black men face in prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. Anita also dives into: ✨menopausal women are turning to vitamins and supplements ✨Skincare and ageing ✨A brand-new segment — GLP-1 Corner, where Anita shares her personal Mounjaro journey. Did you know that the perimenopausal women are the main purchasers of GLP1 according to Dr Linia Patel Dietician. This episode blends advocacy, humour, lived experience, and cultural truth-telling — highlighting how Black women continue to hold communities together, even when the world doesn’t always see it. If you’re navigating midlife, menopause, identity, health changes, or simply looking for a space where your experiences make sense — this one’s for you. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @blkmenobeyond And remember: You are not alone. 💛 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond [http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

PauseLive, GLP-1 and Protecting Your Peace

🎙️ Episode Title: PauseLive, GLP-1 and Protecting Your Peace 💬 Episode Description: In this episode, host Anita Powell reflects on a year of growth, balance, and reclaiming her power — from attending the inspiring PauseLive menopause event to marking her one-year anniversary on Mounjaro (a GLP-1 injection). Anita opens up about her real experience with GLP-1 — how it helped her lose nearly four stone, reverse pre-diabetes, improve her sleep and energy, and find a new sense of control over her health during menopause. She also keeps it real about the side effects, hydration, fibre, and the importance of holistic self-care. This honest, relatable conversation explores: ✨ How menopause awareness has evolved — and why representation matters 💉 What GLP-1 medications do, and how they can support hormonal balance in midlife 👩🏾‍🤝‍👩🏽 The joy and healing power of friendship and “finding your village” 🕰️ And a soulful reminder that “spare time isn’t spare — it’s your time.” An empowering and heart-centred episode for any woman navigating menopause, midlife, or her next chapter with purpose and peace. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and join the conversation. Follow @blkmenobeyond  @blackwomeninmenopause and @menopause_alliance on Instagram for updates and community events. #BlackMenopauseAndBeyond #MenopauseAwareness #GLP1 #MidlifeHealth #WomensWellbeing #RepresentationMatters #BlackWomenInMenopause Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond [http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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Welcome to Black Menopause & Beyond — a warm, honest, and empowering space created by me, Anita Powell. I’m a menopause advocate, co-founder of Black Women in Menopause, founder of Menopause Alliance CIC, and a proud Black woman navigating midlife with intention. This podcast is for every woman who’s ever been told to keep quiet, who’s felt unseen or unheard during her menopause journey, and who’s now ready to speak up. Each episode dives deep into the physical, emotional, and cultural aspects of menopause, midlife, and beyond. Expect conversations with health experts, lived-experience stories, myth-busting, laughter, reflection — and yes, real talk about what it’s like to be a Black woman in midlife today. Whether you’re perimenopausal, post-menopausal, or supporting someone who is — this podcast is your community. Together we’ll explore topics like symptom management, mental health, identity, body confidence, relationships, and purpose. Where to Listen & Connect: 🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms — Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more 📸 Instagram: @blkmenobeyond [https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond] 📧 Email: Hello@menopausealliance.org 💖 Support the podcast & our peer-support work: ko-fi.com/anitapowell [https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell] Why This Podcast Matters: Too often, Black women’s menopause experiences are left out of the mainstream conversation. I’m changing that. With every episode, we create space for truth, advocacy, and sisterhood — because menopause isn’t the end of the story. It’s the beginning of a powerful new chapter. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond [http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

A Certified Women's Health Coach, Pamela Windle, talks about all things menopause.

In today's episode, Pamela Ann Windle A CERTIFIED WOMEN'S HEALTH COACH, PAMELA WINDLE, TALKS ABOUT ALL THINGS MENOPAUSE. SHE ADVISES FORWARD-THINKING ORGANISATIONS TO SUPPORT THEIR EMPLOYEES TO THRIVE IN MENSTRUATION AND MENOPAUSE IN THE WORKPLACE/BSI ADVISOR/ CERTIFICATE FROM IMS & IWHI/ HELPING STRESSED-OUT WOMEN TO RESET HORMONALLY. Black Menopause and Beyond podcast look at Menopause from the eyes of a Black woman. Anita expresses her views and also interviews individuals and experts discussing the conversation of Menopause. Please support my podcast and help support the peer support group I run in my home town.  Donations go towards equipment, meeting space and resources.  https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell [https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell] Are you fed up with not being included in the discussion of Menopause? If you are, this is the podcast for you.  Anita uses her personal experience and experiences gained from her peers, profession and activism to explore the topic of Menopause. The podcast aims to inform, explore, and educate the listeners.  Anita Powell, the host, is the Co-founder of Black Women in Menopause with Nina Kuypers, an Online peer support group for Black women. She is also the Founder of the Menopause Alliance, a face-to-face peer support group in Bedfordshire. Also, Anita is a Community worker/advocate and a Menopause Activist and facilitator. In addition, She has worked in community radio for many years. Plus, in 2016 was awarded 'I am Inspiring.' by Evans Clothes, Garnier Skin Care and Marie Claire Magazine.  She has appeared on BBC Breakfast TV and interviewed with Kate Muir, the producer of Davina McCalls Menopause Documentary, BBC 3 Counties Radio, Magic FM and Marie Claire Magazine. Also, her Menopause Alliance ( prev. known as Bedford support group) appeared on ITV News. The podcast will include individual and group interviews and personal views. I hope you enjoy it; please follow and subscribe to my podcast wherever you listen to your podcast episodes. Black Menopause and Beyond works with the Peer Group Black Women in Menopause Insta/Twitter/Facebook BlackwomeninMenopause.  https://www.instagram.com/blackwomeninmenopause/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackwomeninmenopause/] Email address: BlackMenoBeyond@yahoo.com   https://linktr.ee/AnitaPowell [https://linktr.ee/AnitaPowell]. https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond/ [https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond/] https://twitter.com/blkmenobeyond [https://twitter.com/blkmenobeyond] https://www.facebook.com/blackmenopausebeyond/ [https://www.facebook.com/blackmenopausebeyond/] Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond [http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Belinda explains why she had to leave her job, rethink her life and value selfcare

In today's episode, Belinda Ajayi, a 55-year-old post-menopausal woman, explains why she left her job and had to rethink her life and the need for self-care. Belinda has worked as an educator for many years, and she recently decided to give up her daytime full-time job and work in the evenings because she struggled in the mornings with her osteoarthritis. Belinda has spent much time with her GPs over the past 10-plus years; however, her GP has never mentioned the word menopause to her. The doctor has told her she has to lose weight, look after herself, prescribed antidepressants and told her she needs to take care of her knees because she suffers from osteoarthritis. Still, the doctor has not once mentioned that her menopause could also impact her health, even though she suffers from night sweats and other possible menopause symptoms. Black Menopause and Beyond podcast look at Menopause from the eyes of a Black woman. Anita expresses her views and also interviews individuals and experts discussing the conversation of Menopause. Please support my podcast and help support the peer support group I run in my home town .  Donations goes towards equipment, meeting space and resources.  https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell [https://ko-fi.com/anitapowell] https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/LetstalkMenopause?utm_term=KvMBjEeqn [https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/LetstalkMenopause?utm_term=KvMBjEeqn] Are you fed up with not being included in the discussion of Menopause? If you are, this is the podcast for you.  Anita uses her personal experience and experiences gained from her peers, profession and activism to explore the topic of Menopause. The podcast aims to inform, explore, and educate the listeners.  Anita Powell, the host, is the Co-founder of Black Women in Menopause with Nina Kuypers, an Online peer support group for Black women. She is also the Founder of the Menopause Alliance, a face-to-face peer support group in Bedfordshire. Also, Anita is a Community worker/advocate and a Menopause Activist and facilitator. In addition, She has worked in community radio for many years. Plus, in 2016 was awarded 'I am Inspiring.' by Evans Clothes, Garnier Skin Care and Marie Claire Magazine.  She has appeared on BBC Breakfast TV and interviewed with Kate Muir, the producer of Davina McCalls Menopause Documentary, BBC 3 Counties Radio, Magic FM and Marie Claire Magazine. Also, her Menopause Alliance ( prev. known as Bedford support group) appeared on ITV News. The podcast will include individual and group interviews and personal views. I hope you enjoy it; please follow and subscribe to my podcast wherever you listen to your podcast episodes. Black Menopause and Beyond works with the Peer Group Black Women in Menopause Insta/Twitter/Facebook BlackwomeninMenopause.  https://www.instagram.com/blackwomeninmenopause/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackwomeninmenopause/] Email address: BlackMenoBeyond@yahoo.com   https://linktr.ee/AnitaPowell [https://linktr.ee/AnitaPowell]. https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond/ [https://www.instagram.com/blkmenobeyond/] https://twitter.com/blkmenobeyond [https://twitter.com/blkmenobeyond] https://www.facebook.com/blackmenopausebeyond/ [https://www.facebook.com/blackmenopausebeyond/] Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond [http://supporter.acast.com/black-menopause-and-beyond]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.