All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

Latest Episodes:

The Root Cause: Why Your Hair Is Thinning May 15, 2024

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In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is talking all about HAIR THINNING - and it’s not just a male problem. There are several reasons why your hair might be thinning, from stress and nutritional deficiencies, to hormones and extreme weight loss.

But what can you do to promote hair growth? Join Dr Shauna as she identifies some potential causes, and shares some tips and tricks to help your hair stay as healthy as possible.

To get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

How To Balance Hormones, Emotions & Energy with Claudia Ferreira May 12, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Claudia Ferreira, a Chinese Medicine practitioner based in the UK.

Specialising in women and reproductive health, Claudia’s methodology combines complementary natural therapies including Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, nutrition, natural herbal remedies and meditation to assist women and couples to conceive naturally.

Developing comprehensive programmes for fertility, IVF support, detox and miscarriage recovery, Claudia sees the body as a self-regulatory system with an innate ability to self-heal.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Claudia discuss:

Personal background and career journey, from competitive swimming in Brazil to studying Chinese medicine.

What is Chinese medicine?

The ancient principles of Qi.

Role of the 5 elements: metal, fire, earth, wood and air.

Yin and Yang (opposing forces) within the body.

Acupuncture: what is it?

Cooling vs warming points and how they are used to treat specific symptoms.

What ailments can be treated?

How many treatments are typically needed?

How can acupuncture be used to treat acute pain?

What about treating hormonal imbalances?

Research and evidence for the effectiveness of acupuncture.

Eastern vs Western medicine and the different applications.

Infertility: Chinese philosophy on the uterus as a vessel.

Treatments for PCOS and the dual approach, integrating both sides of medicine.

Care after a miscarriage: the importance of supporting women after this procedure.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage: what is this used for?

Mental health and how Chinese medicine can be used to treat conditions like depression and anxiety.

Is acupuncture painful?

What kind of needles are used?

Patient stories: successful pregnancy through IVF and Claudia’s program.

How acupuncture can be used for chronic pain management.

A piece of advice for her 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Claudia:Visit her website for programs, online resources and more information.

Claudia Ferreria has a BSc (Hons) & MBAcC in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a Postgraduate in TCM Gynaecology & Obstetrics and has a Diploma in Nutritional Therapy, Advanced Fertility Nutrition and Sports Therapy.

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Feeling Confident In the Skin You’re In May 08, 2024

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Dr Shauna is answering YOUR questions and in this week’s episode, you wanted to know more about SKIN.

How can you get, and keep, glowing, luminous skin? What can you incorporate into your life, to keep your skin as healthy as possible?

Skin plays such a role in confidence, and feeling good in the skin you’re in will make you feel better than any cosmetic treatment.

As you age, looking after your skin becomes even more important, and Dr Shauna shares some tips to help you along the way.

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Are You Too Young Or Too Old For Hormone Replacement Therapy - Dr Ceri Cashell May 05, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Ceri Cashell, a GP with a special interest in women’s hormones right from the teenage years to post-menopause. Dr Ceri is incredibly passionate about raising awareness for just how much hormones impact overall health, especially during the transition to the perimenopause and beyond. But what roles do oestrogen, testosterone and progesterone play within the body? How do changing hormone levels affect your brain? Why is testosterone as important for women, as it is for men? In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Ceri discuss: How do Dr Shauna and Dr Ceri know each other? Career overview and developing an interest in women’s hormonal health. What is menopause? What about the perimenopause and postmenopause? How are they different? Symptoms of menopause. How does menopause affect sleep? What kind of impacts can the perimenopause and menopause have for women at work? How can you tell if you’re going through the perimenopause? What exactly is a hormone? What is testosterone? Is it just a male hormone? What about oestrogen and progesterone? The effects of hormones on the brain. Hormone Replacement Therapy: is it dangerous? At what age can you have HRT? What are some signs to look for that you might need it? When should you stop HRT? Can HRT help with loss of libido? Lifestyle factors that can help manage symptoms of menopause. How to feel confident when asking your doctor about HRT. A piece of advice for her 20-something self. For more information and resources from Dr Ceri: Visit her Instagram or find her on LinkedIn. Check out The Menopause Brain by Dr Lisa Mosconi PhD. To get in touch with Dr Shauna: Visit the website to access episodes or send Dr Shauna a message. Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @‌drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

How to Create Separation Between Work and Your Emotions May 01, 2024

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Dr Shauna is answering YOUR questions and in this week’s episode, you wanted to know more about her experiences as a family doctor. When seeing people who are unwell is part of the job description, how do you manage not to take on the emotions of sick patients?

In short, it is very difficult - but one of the reasons Dr Shauna transitioned from surgery to General Practice was because she wanted to have the opportunity to get to know her patients better, and be there for the happy times as well as the tough ones. What strategies can you use to separate work from emotions? What support systems are helpful when you do have a bad day, or need to break some difficult news? How can you provide support to loved ones in your life, without necessarily taking the pain on board yourself?

To get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

Why You’re Approaching Your Children’s Screen Time Wrong Apr 28, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Ash Brandin, known better on social media as The Gamer Educator.

Based in the US and with an audience of 160K+ on Instagram, Ash shares content to help parents navigate the world of screen time, video games and the behaviours of children both on and offline.

With so many useful tips and resources, Ash is a wealth of knowledge and re-frames screen time in such a positive and refreshing way.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Ash discuss:

Career overview: from teacher to middle school librarian and how video game education came into the mix.
Why do we justify video games that are ‘educational’ but view other games negatively?
The different types of learning that children experience through video games.
Parental guilt and screen time: what’s too much? What’s reasonable?
The benefits of creating a family media plan.
Excessive amounts of screen time and behavioural implications.
Research-based ‘Goldilocks' level of screen time: what is that perfect amount?
Gaming addiction: is this a real thing?
Should screen time be tied to other activities, like playing outdoors?
Fortnite: what can you do if you find your child feels angry or frustrated after playing?
The social connections children form while playing video games with friends.
The psychology behind the structure of video games.
The pros and cons of free vs paid video games.
Online conduct and the importance of digital literacy: how can you monitor what your children are saying, or being exposed to others saying, when online?
How to deal with the ‘but everyone else is playing it’ response.
Minecraft and Roblox: the pros and cons.
How can I get my child to stop playing when I ask?
Parental controls, safety and how to add restrictions.
Should parents play games with their kids and actively get involved?
Should the withdrawal of screen time be used as a punishment?
A piece of advice for their 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Ash:

Visit their Instagram which is full of tips, resources, research, learning guides and so much more.

To get in touch with Dr Shauna:

Visit the website to access episodes or send Dr Shauna a message.

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

Instagram: @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @‌drshaunawattsgp

LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

Smooth Talk: The Science Behind Botox Apr 24, 2024

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Dr Shauna is answering YOUR questions and in this week’s episode, you wanted to know about BOTOX.

So, how long has Botox been around? What was it used for, before becoming the most popular anti-wrinkle treatment on the market? What kind of results can you expect? What are the short term risks, and long term effects? Listen now to find out.

For more information about anti-ageing treatments or to make an appointment with Dr Shauna, visit You by Dr Shauna Watts.

To get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

The Expectations Vs Reality of Childbirth: From Falling Pregnant to Giving Birth and Everything In Between Apr 21, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Peta Skilbeck - Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and the Founder of Intuition Health, a private women’s clinic on the Central Coast.

Peta is incredibly passionate about women’s health care, particularly with helping women throughout their whole fertility journey and childbirth experience.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Peta discuss:

Career overview: why choose obstetrics?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: what is it? What are the symptoms?
The 3 criteria to help you diagnose whether you have PCOS.
Why is not having a regular period a problem?
Insulin resistance: what is this? How does it tie in with PCOS?
Is there a cure for PCOS?
Can you fall pregnant if you have it?
When in your cycle is the best time to fall pregnant?
What lifestyle changes can you make preconception to be as healthy as possible?
How long should you be trying to conceive before you seek help?
What are the risks of falling pregnant over the age of 35?
What is AMH?
Eggs: how many do women have? When should you freeze your eggs? How much does it cost?
IVF: what is it? What does the process look like for a couple?
Can you still miscarriage if you go through IVF?
Birth plans: what are they?
Expectations vs reality of childbirth.
Why might you need an emergency C section during childbirth? How is this different to an elective C section?
Birth trauma: what can you do to prevent this?
How long is too long past your due date?
Ectopic pregnancy: what is this?
A piece of advice for her 20-something self.

For more information and resources from Dr Peta:

Visit her website, Instagram and Facebook pages.

Check out the MotherSafe factsheets, Up the Duff by Kaz Cooke and Legs Up & Laughing by Vanessa Bates.

Dr Peta Skilbeck has a Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci), a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FRANZCOG).

Visit the website to access episodes or send Dr Shauna a message.

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

Instagram: @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @‌drshaunawattsgp

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Life After Loss: Navigating the Six Stages of Grief Apr 17, 2024

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Dr Shauna is answering YOUR questions and in this week’s episode, shares some incredibly raw and real insights into living with grief.

After losing her Dad 22 years ago, Shauna has had to navigate many different stages of loss and opens up about her personal experiences.

Why can you feel physical pain when a loved one passes away?

What are the 6 stages of grief?

How can you support someone who is grieving?

How can you come to a place of acceptance when experiencing death and loss is so painful?

To get in touch with Dr Shauna, send her a message on Instagram @‌allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts or contact her through the podcast website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.

Mum Guilt, Raising Babies to Teenagers and How to Weather the Storms That Come With Parenting Apr 14, 2024

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In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Suzie Forbes - Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Care Practitioner, Parenting Coach and Founder of The Wonderful Society.

Suzie has been working with families for 30 years, helping parents implement values based parenting techniques and teaching children of all ages to process their ‘big emotions' in a healthy way.

Suzie also has 2 children of her own, and draws on her experience and training in psychology, occupational therapy and neurosciences to create systems and strategies to help throughout each stage of parenthood.

In this episode, Dr Shauna and Suzie discuss: Career overview: working as an OT, mental health practitioner, in schools and becoming a parenting coach.

Suzie’s personal story, raising her two children with big emotions.

Why does parenting often come with a lot of guilt?

Shauna’s story as a mother to her four children.

Why are some children more difficult to parent than others?

How can you get a child to persevere with a task that they find boring?

Sensory issues: what are they? How do they affect neurodiverse children in particular?

Losing screen time as a punishment: is this a good idea?

Values based intentional parenting: what is it?

Why it’s important to train children in certain types of behaviours.

The major brain developments that occur for teenagers and toddlers.

Why it’s important for you to make space for your child’s big emotions.

How can you as a parent help if your child is struggling to make friends?