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25/11/2025

⭐ Sign Our Petition in Memory of Nicola 🌸 PLEASE DONT SEND MONEY - WE JUST WANT YOU TO SHARE 🙏

In memory of Nicola, and for every woman who has ever been dismissed, unheard or ignored. 💗

We have launched a national petition calling for an end to medical misogyny and for mandatory women’s health training for all GPs.

Too many women living with PCOS, endometriosis, PMDD, menopause symptoms, chronic pain, thyroid issues, ADHD, autism and more are being told:
“It’s normal.”
“It’s anxiety.”
“It’s your weight.”
Or simply never investigated at all.

Women deserve to be believed.
Women deserve to be heard.
Women deserve equal healthcare.

✨ Please take a moment to sign and share this petition.

Every signature brings us one step closer to change — for Nicola, for our daughters, sisters, mothers, friends… for all of us. 💗

👉 Sign here:
https://www.change.org/EndMedicalMisogynyinWomensHealthCare

Thank you for standing with us.
Together, we can make sure no woman is dismissed again. 🙏






















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25/11/2025

🎄 Nicola’s Christmas Drop-In – Friday 13th December 🎄

Come and join us for a cosy Christmas drop-in with Nicola’s on Friday 13th December 💕

We’ll have:
• A warm welcome for any woman in West Lothian
• Time for a cuppa, chat and connection
• A safe, relaxed space if you’re finding this time of year tough

You don’t need to book, just come as you are.
If you’re feeling a bit lonely, overwhelmed, or just need a wee break – this space is for you. 🌸

👉 Date: Friday 13th December
👉 Time: 10am - 12md
👉 Where: Bathgate Partnership Centre

Please share to let other women know they’re not alone this Christmas 💖

Maybe SANTA will visit us 🧑‍🎄

24/11/2025

🌸 PMDD Awareness — Inspired by Vikki Pattison’s Story 🌸

Many of you may have seen Vikki Pattison bravely speaking out about PMDD, a condition that affects so many women but is still so misunderstood.

At Nicola’s, we want to echo her message loud and clear:

💗 PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is not just bad PMS.
💗 It can impact mood, energy, relationships, and daily life.
💗 Women deserve to be listened to, believed, and properly supported.

Too many women are dismissed or told to “just get on with it.”
But your experiences are REAL, your symptoms are VALID, and your wellbeing MATTERS.

If Vikki’s story resonated with you, please know you’re not alone.
Our community is here to support you — with compassion, understanding, and absolutely no judgement.

If you think you might have PMDD, please reach out.
Talk to your GP, speak to a supportive friend, and remember we’re always here at Nicola’s to listen. 🌸

24/11/2025

Please come join us on tik tok 👇

719 Followers, 606 Following, 4671 Likes - Watch awesome short videos created by ❤️🌸 Nicola’s 🌸❤️

24/11/2025

All together to prevent and end gender-based violence
Local people are being asked to support the annual 16 Days of Action campaign to challenge Gender Based Violence. Tomorrow, Tuesday 25th November, a march and rally will take place on the first day of the campaign. The march will start at West Lothian College around 10:15am before finishing outside West Lothian Civic Centre where attendees will get to hear important messages from individuals involved in the campaign. All are invited to come along and show support.

16 Days of Action is an annual international campaign to raise awareness about gender-based violence. Gender-based violence is any act of violence that is directed at a person because of their gender, or that affects people of a particular gender disproportionately.
Every year, partners of the Gender Based Violence Committee looks to engage Lothian in the annual 16 days of action campaign to raise awareness about gender-based violence and work with local groups and communities with aspiration of making West Lothian a safer place for everyone to live.

For more information on the 2025 awareness raising campaign, see the link in the comment section below:

24/11/2025

⭐ Sign Our Petition in Memory of Nicola 🌸 PLEASE DONT SEND MONEY - WE JUST WANT YOU TO SHARE 🙏

In memory of Nicola, and for every woman who has ever been dismissed, unheard or ignored. 💗

We have launched a national petition calling for an end to medical misogyny and for mandatory women’s health training for all GPs.

Too many women living with PCOS, endometriosis, PMDD, menopause symptoms, chronic pain, thyroid issues, ADHD, autism and more are being told:
“It’s normal.”
“It’s anxiety.”
“It’s your weight.”
Or simply never investigated at all.

Women deserve to be believed.
Women deserve to be heard.
Women deserve equal healthcare.

✨ Please take a moment to sign and share this petition.

Every signature brings us one step closer to change — for Nicola, for our daughters, sisters, mothers, friends… for all of us. 💗

👉 Sign here:
https://www.change.org/EndMedicalMisogynyinWomensHealthCare

Thank you for standing with us.
Together, we can make sure no woman is dismissed again. 🙏






















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End medical misogyny in Women's Health Care in memory of Nicola

23/11/2025

23/11/2025

🌸 Let’s Talk About PCOS 🌸

Over the past week I have talked with 4 women who live with PCOS, hearing them talk about this and how it affects their lives 😢🌸❤️

At Nicola’s, we know how many women live with Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS) without fully understanding what’s happening in their bodies — or without feeling properly listened to. PCOS is a hormonal condition that can affect periods, fertility, skin, metabolism and overall wellbeing.

Too often, women are dismissed or told to “just lose weight” instead of receiving the compassionate, evidence-based care they deserve. We want you to know this: your symptoms are real, your concerns are valid, and you deserve support.

If you’re living with PCOS — whether it’s irregular periods, pain, fatigue, excess hair growth, low mood, or worries about fertility — you are not alone. Nicola’s is here to provide a safe space to talk, share experiences, and access trusted information.

Let’s keep breaking the silence around women’s health and challenge the medical misogyny that so many women still face. 💪💗

🌸 You matter. Your health matters. And we’re here for you. 🌸

23/11/2025

🌸 A Huge Thank You to Talking Heads! 🌸

What an absolutely amazing day we had today! A massive thank you to Talking Heads for hosting such a fantastic event filled with fun, connection, and a mountain of brilliant tombola prizes. Your generosity and support towards Nicola’s means the world to us. 💗

A big shout-out as well to our wonderful local makers and providers, who brought along the most beautiful gifts and goodies. Your creativity and kindness made the day extra special — thank you for being part of our community.

And of course… thank you to Daiquiri Dusk for adding that extra touch of sparkle ✨ You helped create such a warm and uplifting atmosphere for everyone.

At Nicola’s, our heart is in bringing women together, creating a safe, supportive space, and championing women’s wellbeing across West Lothian. Today was a perfect example of what happens when community, kindness, and purpose come together.

Thank you to every woman who came along, supported us, and helped us continue to grow. Together, we’re building something truly beautiful. 💗🌸















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