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26/08/2025

The family doctor is your first point of call for most of the healthcare issues you face. So why does it feel so scary sometimes to be upfront with them and clearly ask for the help we need?

Partly because we lack the knowledge to know HOW to ask for help, and that makes us nervous. We don’t have the language to describe our symptoms, or the understanding to even know if they are ‘symptoms’.

Added to that, we’re coming from a long history of menopause being something we suffered in silence, our GPs didn’t understand, and the medication had dangerous side effects.

Thankfully things have changed a lot recently, and I’m proud to be among many healthcare providers working hard to educate women so you have the tools you need to facilitate the right communication when it comes to seeking hormone medication, and understanding the benefits and risks.

Sure, there’s lots to learn. But there is even more to be gained. MHT medication and the right advice can make or break the next decade of your life.

So take control. Commit the time. Download my short course ‘Is it Hormones?’ go confidently into midlife AND your next GP appointment.

Course link below.

https://www.femalegp.co.nz/online-courses

24/08/2025

I regularly hear quotes like, “I’ve got bitchy wife syndrome. Can you help me?”

After having a laugh about this (followed by tears and tissues, which is often the way), I point out that irritability (or rage, overwhelm and generally a whole bunch of things we can pin on our poor partners) can be one of the first signs you’re in perimenopause and it’s no laughing matter.

Psychological symptoms of menopause can, for many women, be the most impactful. They can contribute to marriages ending, careers being cut short and a pervasive sense of simply not feeling like the calm and capable person we used to be.

We KNOW who we are. So if you’re in your late 30s or older and you’re not recognising the person that’s showing up at home or work and you’re wondering why, PLEASE do some research and consider seeking professional advice to see if it could be related to hormonal change.

Medication and other treatment options are safe and effective for so many women, and can set us back on the path we were happily travelling down before hormonal change derailed us.

Book an appointment with me, with your GP, with your trusted healthcare provider or level up and educate yourself on what’s going on with your body AND mind, by downloading my short course ‘IS IT MY HORMONES?’ via the link below.

https://www.femalegp.co.nz/online-courses

23/08/2025

Just like Grandma used to make. This is the first Victoria Sponge I’ve baked since the flood. Getting over the mental hurdles of what to take. Potluck meals were new to us when we moved over here! What are your go to pot luck dishes. My other thought was Yorkshire puddings with beef and horseradish toppings! But I am a savoury gal..!

23/08/2025

We only have a few tickets left to our talk on hormonal and pelvic health so please BOOK NOW so you don’t miss out! We promise to blow your mind with insights into how these two aspects of our bodies affect your life in so many unbelievable ways and give you invaluable tips on how to manage your health in this area in informed and up-to-date ways.

Ticket link below…

https://www.femalegp.co.nz/store/Strong-and-Seen-Mood-to-Pelvic-Floor-p772870760?fbclid=IwY2xjawMQOXZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFYdWRuYlpteHBPeXNKNkppAR7oxcrxk6LSrtvdlS2KAO3DiWgMq_3PPTcbaHdCTjLNDlZxD9Estmyax2FFFw_aem_IhL_V3vwKEeLauLi4NqY5Q

Strong & Seen: Hormones Connecting Mood, Body & Pelvic Floor From mood to pelvic floor — the conversation your health deserves. 📍Event details 🗓️ Sunday, August 31st 📍 Lower Hutt Event Centre ⏰ 1-3pm 💵 $65 What’s this event about? This 2-hour women’s health session is for anyon...

23/08/2025

💩 Yes, we need to talk about poo.
Even though I know that no one will like this post!!!
Not just because uncomfortable poos ruin your day - but because prolapse isn’t only caused by pregnancy or vaginal birth. Straining and constipation matter too.
When I ran a prolapse/incontinence clinic, the most common thing I shared wasn’t how to use a pessary or how to use vaginal estrogen (but that was pretty important too!) - it was diagnosing that people were not actually pooing properly, and then we worked on how to poo properly. Squatting changes everything: less strain, less pressure, more comfort. It’s time to make squatty potties normal, not taboo.
I never thought I’d be posting about poo, but small changes make a big difference and everyone deserves to know.
✨ Jen and I will be sharing more on hormones, pooing, p*eing, and s*x at our event:
📍 Strong & Seen — August 31st, 1-3pm, Lower Hutt Event Centre, $65
🎟️ Tickets: www.femalegp.co.nz/store
P.S. Hawke’s Bay whānau — in October, our Rewrite the Script session will be all about pelvic health!

23/08/2025

Our last Rewriting the Script evening was such a success, we’re doing it again, this time in Napier!

Feeling unsure about hormones, HRT, or menopause?
So many of us wonder… Do I actually need HRT? Could it make me feel better? What about testosterone or vaginal estrogen?

Join us for real conversation, shared kai, small group Q&A with Dr Samantha, and a chance to walk away feeling more informed and less alone.

📅 Friday 5th September
📍 East Pier Hotel, Napier

We’re keeping the group small, so tickets are limited. Bring a friend, whānau, or support person, everyone is welcome.
Let’s keep making women’s health something we talk about openly, together.

👉 Secure your spot here: Buy Tickets at https://www.femalegp.co.nz/store/Rewriting-the-Script-MHT-p761853787

or email hello@femalegp.co.nz with any questions.

21/08/2025

Help spread the word! Menopause was once a dirty word, a stage of life women reached in silence, not seen OR heard about.
Thankfully times have changed and I’m now on a mission to educate women about their hormones so they can take charge of their health and continue to lead full, healthy lives. There is so much that can be done BEFORE menopause to improve outcomes and the journey. So please SHARE this post if you want to help others, and look at my course ‘Is It Hormones’ (via link below) to gain a deep understanding of this stage of life and how to nail it.

https://www.femalegp.co.nz/online-courses

19/08/2025

There are plenty of [funny/not funny] memes and jokes online about premenstrual syndrome, but in reality PMS is no joke. For some women, the monthly mood swings can severely impact their lives and relationships. So here are some practical tips on how to reduce some of the symptoms.

Hit ‘like’ or leave a comment to help keep more invaluable tips like this coming into your news feed.

18/08/2025

Knowledge is power and it is my life’s mission to give women the information they need to make informed decisions about their health.
 
So going forward, I’ll be splitting up my informational posts by colour into some of the most common issues women face. Want to know more about hormones and menopause and skip past all the stuff on s*x and periods? Just read the teal coloured posts and story highlights. Super easy.
 
And if the info I post here doesn’t go deep enough, then I highly recommend downloading one of my courses or webinars so you can become your own expert on the issues relevant to you. For hormonal health and MHT medication, I even outline clearly how to go about communicating with your own GP.
 
My website also contains a massive library of free information. Just follow the links in my bio.
 
I hope you benefit from exploring my grid to tap into my knowledge base, and please share my page with the women in your life who you feel could benefit.
 
Together, with the right support and information, we can change the narrative on women’s health.
 

18/08/2025

WOW! What an amazing response we’ve had to this event! If you or a woman you know in midlife lives in the Welligton or Hutt Valley area, we still have plenty of tickets left so book now, or share this post, so we can arm as many women as possible with vital information about their hormonal and pelvic health and how it impacts all aspects of their lives, from p*e, poo and s*x through to how you feel and function on a daily basis.

Ticket link below…

https://www.femalegp.co.nz/store/Strong-and-Seen-Mood-to-Pelvic-Floor-p772870760?fbclid=IwY2xjawMQOXZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFYdWRuYlpteHBPeXNKNkppAR7oxcrxk6LSrtvdlS2KAO3DiWgMq_3PPTcbaHdCTjLNDlZxD9Estmyax2FFFw_aem_IhL_V3vwKEeLauLi4NqY5Q

Our private clinic focuses on women's health, offering holistic care & personalized plans. Join us on your healthcare journey today!

18/08/2025

🌿 S T R O N G

When a GP and a Physio get together, the obvious opportunity is to share what they love most: helping women understand their bodies and feel confident in their health. This is how we practice, so let us share...

Being strong isn’t only about muscle bulk and lifting heavy sh*t (but yes we want to do that too!) .. it’s about how your brain, hormones, and body work together.

Muscle bulk decreases by around 10% every decade, but with the right knowledge and training, you can slow that loss and stay strong for life.

"Being able to get up out of a chair in