Lynda Lovatt Lady Talk's Podcast

The Things That Can Go Wrong After Childbirth with Dr Iona Weir PhD

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +1300

In this episode we cover the back story, why did Dr Iona Weir create Myregyna? What happened in her journey into pregnancy, delivery and the birth trauma that was unexpected and that she felt unprepared for.

This podcast covers prolapse, exercise, mesh surgical repairs, and the things women don't always hear about around pregnancy and childbirth.

We also cover how Myregyna capsules and vulval cream work. To learn more about Myregyna see the website here: Myregyna.co.nz

Top three takes homes from Iona:

1) Look after your pelvic floor

2) Look after your vagina

3) You don't have to stop having sex

Help is available in all these areas.

Lynda Lovatt is an experienced Registered Nurse who specialises in menopause and pelvic health. She helps women navigate menopause to understand the treatment options. Lynda provides education and lifestyle advice to alleviate anxiety and manage symptoms. Her consultations are designed to empower women to do the right thing for their body.

As a pelvic health professional she is skilled at assessing sexual pain, urinary incontinence and prolapse symptoms. With over 10 years experience in recovering women from childbirth with safe exercise prescription she can keep you exercising even with pelvic floor issues.

Lynda is based in Wellington but sees patients nationwide via Telehealth. To get in touch you can call Lynda on 021336901 or get in touch via her website below.

PS: Lynda is a proud stockist of Nu balm vaginal moisturiser.

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Your Menopausal Vagina

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +1200

On this episode Karen Rieser from Menocentral and I talk about Your Menopausal Vagina.

We cover topics such as:

What is the difference between your vulva and vagina?
Why is happening down there in Menopause?
What you can do about these changes?
What is with the change in smell, and when you should be concerned.
Why do I feel the need to pee or leak when I sneeze and what can I do about it?
When should I get changes to my period looked at...

There is so much more. Together we talk in everyday easy to understand language and we bust out many taboo topics to improve your vaginal health in menopause.

Meno Central is a trusted online hub for all things menopause.

Menocentral.co.nz

It’s a place where women can find credible information, feel supported, and connect with qualified health providers who actually understand menopause in all its messy, exhausting, beautiful complexity.

Midlife Eye Health with Optometrist Leith O'Connor

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +1200

Learn why Eye Health is important in midlife.

Is it menopause or aging that causes eye changes?

What we need to know about wearing eye makeup.

Treatment for dry eyes

Common eye diseases and how they affect your sight.

Do glasses make your eye sight worse?

We answer these and many other questions in this fun filled podcast with real life examples.

Our Guest Leith O'Connor is an experienced Optometrist at Visique Capitaleyes at capitaleyes.co.nz

Surprising Yet Preventable Heart Changes From 50

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

In this podcast we cover:

What are the two main vessel types in our body and what does a healthy vessel look like.
What are the changes you see happening in patients vessels in theatre or under the microscope?
Why do these changes matter?
What causes these changes?
What are the key differences in presentation between a woman and a man with heart disease
How are the symptoms of a women's heart attack different to a man.
How to women respond to you when they are told they have heart disease?

2024: A Year to Redefine Wellness and Reflect on Your Path to Health

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk you through the key pillars of health which provide you with a tool to reflect and move forward with key strategies to not only improve your daily wellbeing and productivity but also prevent disease onset as you age. Listening to this podcast is a win win!

To improve your accountability and motivation to get started on your health goals for 2025 join me in my personalised Menopause Vitality Programme where you have me a Registered Nurse guide you over 8 weeks. Are you ready to kickstart your health for 2025! Check out this link to get in touch:

https://lyndalovattladytalk.co.nz/menopause-vitality-programme-2025

Endometriosis - Breaking The Silence Of Painful sex (With Ingrid Osbourne)

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +1300

Endometriosis is a condition where the uterine lining grows out of the uterus and can adhere to the bowel and bladder and other organs. Women who have this condition experience pain during menstruation and often during sex and at other times as well. Commonly this condition can take years to diagnose.

Join Ingrid as she relays her journey with endometriosis and how pain during sex was one of the most difficult things to overcome.

Past trauma matters for midlife women

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +1200

In my studies in lifestyle medicine it has become apparent to me that past trauma can manifest as disease if it is not dealt with.

Today I welcome Thea Baker PHD candidate, MCouns, Grad Cert HRP, Grad dip HRM, BA (Hons) who is a clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist with a special interest in trauma. Thea is based in Melbourne

Today we cover:

Thea's story including what lead her into this work
What is Trauma?
Where is trauma present?
Why is childhood trauma significant?
Is there trauma in relationships? What is a healthy relationship?
What is the goal in addressing trauma?
Managing Trauma triggers, what can people do?
How does trauma manifest in the body?
Can we heal from Trauma?
What happens if we don't address it or discuss it with others?

You can find Thea and her team who do consultations on zoom to New Zealand at www.theabaker.com.au.

Grey Hair Matters in Menopause with Jacqui Halligan

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +1200

In this episode we talk with Master Stylist Jacqui Halligan . Jacqui has had over 30 years experience hairdressing. She is manager of Vivo Salon In Richmond, Nelson.

Today we will cover:

What are the changes to hair as we age?
How stress, age, genetics, hormones and chemicals affect our hair?
When should we go grey?
What are the best hairstyles for older women?
The best hair products for aging hair.
Is the blue rinse still a thing?
How often should we wash our hair?

Important Health Checks for Mid-Life Women

Wed, 01 May 2024 13:00:00 +1200

In this episode I talk to Nurse Practitioner Intern Emma Nikolajenko about all the important health checks women should be having in Midlife.

It's comprehensive, informative and delivered in a very down to earth style which the listeners will appreciate and relate too. The podcast covers topics about how to improve your health literacy and where to look on the internet for credible health information.

We talk in a relaxed way about bowel health and sexually transmitted diseases and the new HPV cervical screening test. I love how we talk about new relationships and sexual health, looking at your vulva and asking if you can have a STI check with your smear. It's all discussed easily even those taboo topics we all secretly want to know about.

Self care is important for disease prevention. We'll discuss ways to improve your health outcomes with sleep, nutrition and physical activity. Simple and effective strategies to look after yourself and keep out of hospital.

You'll hear about why seeing a Nurse Practitioner will be something you'll enjoy and see more of in General Practice to look after your health needs.

Please checks out these important links with health information;

- https://www.timetoscreen.nz/breast-screening/

- https://www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/breast-awareness/breast-changes/check-your-breasts (checking breasts – Touch, Look, Check)

- https://bowelcancernz.org.nz/ (looking out for symptoms/changes with bowel habits)

- https://www.timetoscreen.nz/cervical-screening

https://www.cancer.org.nz/cancer/types-of-cancer/gynaecological-cancers/

https://healthify.nz/ (For credible up to date health information)

Lifestyle Matters in Perimenopause

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +1300

Today I am joined by Dr Ivana Matic -Stancin, a Melbourne based GP who is passionate about women's healthy aging during the perimenopause/menopausal transition.

In our podcast we cover:

The physiology of hormonal changes in perimenopause.
The role of all the pillars of lifestyle medicine and possible changes during this life stage.

Dr Ivana is on www.doctorivana.com.au

Women's relationship with alcohol in midlife and it's impact on perimenopause

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with The Alcohol Mindset Coach Kathryn Elliott.

We discuss women's relationship with alcohol in midlife and its impact on perimenopause.

We cover these topics:

Kathryns breast cancer journey.
How Kathryn got into work as a specialist alcohol and binge drinking coach.
The unique challenges or factors that influence women's drinking pattern's in midlife and perimenopause.
Effective strategies for women to develop a healthier and more mindful approach to alcohol during midlife.
What the signs are to look for if you have a problem with your drinking.
What are the potential health risks associated with alcohol consumption.
Advice for women who would like to explore their relationship with alcohol further.

S1E1 - All About Your Pelvic Floor, with Liz Childs

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Liz Childs.

We cover these topics:

What is the pelvic floor.
What are the personal impacts of pelvic floor problems.
How common pelvic floor issues are.
Your risk factors.
Barriers to accessing treatment for your pelvic floor problems.
Pelvic floor devices.
Appropriate screening and exercise when seeing a personal trainer.
Exercise considerations around perimenopause.
Vulvovaginal changes in perimenopause.
Over tight pelvic floors.
How to do your pelvic floor exercises.