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In today’s show: Nicole goes to Barcelona. Nicole gets very drunk. Nicole takes  electrolytes and Movicol before bed and decides that it would be socially acceptable to kiss Jon Hamm if he just happened to turn up. Lauren decides to share her drunk texts with the nation. We also discuss the absolute state of modern “healthy” recipes including cauliflower fudge (why), cauliflower pizza (still why), turkey mince pizza (call the police) There’s also a dilemma from someone who is completely fed up with hearing about menopause everywhere she turns and wonders if awareness has gone too far. (Short answer: No!)  Plus petty midlife annoyances, full bins, clicky phone keyboards, Kirsty Alley, Family Ties (remember that?) all the usual chaos. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who needs a laugh (or an electrolyte). 

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This episode is sponsored by Welbeck - providing beyond better healthcare.  Every 12 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month takes place every April to raise awareness of symptoms, promote early diagnosis, and encourage screening. As the UK's fourth most common cancer, early detection is critical, with over 90% of cases surviving if caught early. It mainly affects people over 50 but can affect anyone.  To talk all about this today we are delighted to welcome consultant gastroenterologistDr Adam Haycock to the show.  We get into the importance of screening, symptoms to watch out for and what exactly happens at a colonoscopy.  Adam explains: The warning signs people should be aware of Why symptoms must be checked urgently Which symptoms are often dismissed or mistaken for something less serious How particular women's conditions can cause confusing symptoms What to do if you feel embarrassed Why it is vital to take part in the free screening test for over 50’s Plus, we discuss why people are so weird about poo, what a polyp is and why they need to be looked at.  Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today we are bringing you an episode from our other podcast 40ish (don't say we don't spoil you) Please enjoy this episode. This week on 40ish, Nicole reports from the glamorous world of post-surgery recovery where the main event of the day is… taking painkillers. Timing them, thinking about them, planning the next one. Meanwhile, Lauren has a mysterious foot situation developing. There is very validating listener feedback about the extremely serious issue of designated mugs. We also tackle this week’s dilemma where a woman is left wondering if some friendships can recover after youve been seriously let down. Plus we share some midlife meltdowns, including an existential crisis in the cereal aisle and a listener asking the question many of us are secretly thinking: what exactly is the point of Facebook now? Expect rants, honesty and the comforting reminder that midlife is mostly just trying to take the right painkiller at the right time while drinking out of the correct mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today we are bringing you an episode from our other podcast 40ish (don't say we don't spoil you) Please enjoy this episode. On 40ish: Lauren reports back from the cinematic gothic f***fest where the wind was wild, the passion was feral, and one drenched Jacob Elordi on horseback has single-handedly reset her standards and her blood pressure. Frankly, she hasn’t been the same since. For God’s sake, someone hide the linen shirts and put her in a cold shower. Meanwhile, Nicole’s quest for a dignified lunch ends in sadness at the hands of the bleakest tuna sandwich ever assembled. Was it food? Was it a cry for help? Either way, John Lewis may need to answer for its crimes. The Place To Eat? More like ‘The Place To Die’ Plus, a listener deals with an infuriating workplace body-shaming moment, and the Valentine’s Day reports are in. Memo to all men: Don’t buy shit flowers. It’s bodice ripping, sandwich flinging, flower judging chaos. Enjoy!  Get in touch! Email [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/40ish.podcast  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@40ish.podcast Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/share/DVQWb6y2vesgeHEK/?mibextid=LQQJ4d  To order our book HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This episode is sponsored by Welbeck - providing beyond better healthcare.  In honour of World Hearing Day on March 3rd, we’re talking about something most of us take completely for granted… until we can’t hear the waiter, the TV suddenly “too quiet,” and everyone starts mumbling. This week, we’re joined by leading ear surgeon Joseph Manjaly, Consultant Otologist & Auditory Implant Surgeon at OneWelbeck ENT and Clinical Lead at Royal National ENT and UCLH, who spends his days quite literally changing how people experience the world. We get into the surprising truth about hearing loss — including why it’s not just an “old person thing,” how midlife hearing loss is now the biggest modifiable risk factor for dementia, and the everyday habits that could be quietly damaging your ears. Joe explains: Why hearing loss happens (and why it’s not always about ageing) The link between hearing loss, brain health and dementia Tinnitus — what that ringing actually is, and what you can do about it The biggest myths about hearing (yes, we’re looking at you, cotton buds) The incredible technology already restoring hearing — and what’s coming next Plus, we talk about the emotional side of hearing loss; from isolation and confidence to the life-changing moment when someone hears clearly again. Because hearing isn’t just about sound it’s about connection, memory, and staying engaged with the people you love. And after this episode, you may never put a cotton bud anywhere near your ear again!  Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to February’s wellness roundup. Expect a jam packed show with the latest tiktok trends, wellness fads, the products we are trying and loving and all our TV, podcast and book recommendations.  Links below to items mentioned: TV - How To Get To Heaven From Belfast, Under Salt Marsh, His & Hers,  Film - Wuthering Heights Podcasts- Hanging Out With Ant & Dec & The Walkers Products:  Daniel Sandler Eyeliners - https://www.danielsandler.com/ Reserved tracksuits - https://www.reserved.com/gb/en/women/modal Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What do you do when you finally know what you want but making a change feels terrifying? In this episode, Lauren & Nicole talk about how to follow your heart without making impulsive, life-altering decisions you might regret. Because clarity sometimes means making smaller, smarter shifts. We explore: Why big life decisions don’t require dramatic action How to handle fear of change  The difference between a direction and a decision How to make aligned choices without self-sabotage The “10% move” that helps you test change safely How to listen to your intuition without blowing up your life We also share practical self-care tools to regulate your nervous system when you’re feeling overwhelmed, restless, or stuck between knowing and acting. If you’re navigating career change, relationship shifts, personal growth, or simply that midlife feeling of “there must be more”  this episode will help you move forward calmly and intentionally. Real change doesn’t have to be chaotic. It can be quiet. Sustainable. Thoughtful and it starts with one small move. To Listen To 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On paper, life might look fine. Good, even.But what if something inside you feels… slightly off? In today’s episode of Self Care Club, Lauren and Nicole explore what happens when we spend years functioning, coping, and being who we think we should be and slowly lose touch with who we actually are. How do you hear yourself again? We talk about: How and why we lose touch with our own needs and desires The difference between impulse, anxiety, and your true inner voice Why midlife so often becomes a turning point How your body tells the truth before your brain catches up A gentle guided reflection to help you reconnect with what you really want A simple daily SCC practice to rebuild self-trust If you’ve ever thought “Nothing is wrong… but something doesn’t feel right”, this episode is for you. To Listen To 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This episode is sponsored by Welbeck - providing beyond better healthcare  February is National Heart Month. The campaign raises awareness of heart-related health conditions, and promotes healthy living habits. In the UK someone dies from a heart or circulatory condition every 3 minutes and around 7.6 million people have a heart or circulatory disease. But there are things we can do to improve outcomes. Today we are delighted to welcome Dr Boon Lim to the show. He is a consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist at Welbeck Heart Health, Dr Lim has a dynamic innovative and holistic approach and has been featured on TV and radio. He is also the author of  "Keeping Your Heart Healthy". His insights and tips are fascinating and it’s a show that you won’t want to miss. In this episode we discuss The 3 best ways to prevent heart attacks Why women’s heart symptoms present differently If you can die of a broken heart What warning signs to look out for Why stress matters more than you imagine How mindfulness actually impacts your heart health  To learn more or book an appointment go to: https://onewelbeck.com/consultants/dr-boon-lim/ Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Keeping-Heart-Healthy-Penguin-Expert/dp/0241504627 If you liked this episode and want to be part of the club, come follow us on all our socials To Listen To 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983 To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome back to the first Self Care Club’s wellness catch up of 2026. Expect a jam packed show with the latest tiktok trends, wellness fads, the products we are trying and loving and all our TV, podcast and book recommendations.  Links below to items mentioned: Energy Healing: https://www.sunkyeong.org.uk/ Neko Scan: https://www.nekohealth.com/gb/en Products: Shark multi hair tool:https://sharkclean.co.uk/product/shark-flexstyle-5-in-1-air-styler-hair-dryer-with-storage-case-stone-hd446sluk-zidHD446SLUK Revitalash: https://www.revitalash.co.uk/ Tatcha lip mask: https://www.tatcha.co.uk/collections/lip-care/products/the-kissu-lip-mask?variant=45510450675936 Detangling Brush: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ninabella%C2%AE-Organic-Professional-Detangling-Detangler/dp/B08HN7JS66/ref=asc_df_B08HN7JS66?mcid=e20070031ca83386b2a2cb33ea4d904e&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=697323784940&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=18201207880943770884&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045981&hvtargid=pla-1051228284913&hvocijid=18201207880943770884-B08HN7JS66-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=1&th=1 Wonderskin: https://eu.wonderskin.com/pages/perfect-lip-set?tw_source=google&tw_adid=728619189285&tw_campaign=22106968287&tw_kwdid=kwd-914769471242&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22106968287&gbraid=0AAAAABS30-NBW3hOfpd14Nrr9brMPNEju&gclid=CjwKCAiA7LzLBhAgEiwAjMWzCCLiLNepVmASn3KXUQVpRXNwbVLQa8fdDRRz6-jVRQalgrExQQLC5BoCGlQQAvD_BwE Podcasts: Armchair Expert https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/id1345682353 Pride & Prejudice https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Pride-and-Prejudice-Audiobook/B0FBS55SLD Adrift: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adrift/id1834242268 To Listen To 40ISH - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/40ish/id1757876983 To order our book “HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?” click here - Paperback out now! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Have-You-Tried-This-Only/dp/1801293139/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1O7EA4ZF1O5CS&keywords=have+you+tried+this&qid=1699449028&sprefix=have+you+tried+%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-2 Join Our Private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1115099072702743/?ref=share_group_link Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/selfcareclubpod/ YouTube https://youtube.com/c/SelfCareClub TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLnXyS1S/ Email [email protected]  Website www.theselfcareclub.co.uk Studio production by @launchpodstudios Music by purpleplanet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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