Episodes

In this episode, i'm joined by the Founder and head of research at RATIONALE skincare, Richard Parker. As a cosmetic chemist, Richard has conducted pioneering research over the years, looking into the relationship between skin genetics and the way our environment influences our skin. Ultimately, this led to the development of the 6 pillars of skin health and the creation of the RATIONALE brand. As an avid user and lover of RATIONALE both personally and within my clinics, I am so excited to bri...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is giving you a glimpse into her recent Menopause Matters event, held in Newcastle at the end of May 2024. Coming to you live, Dr Shauna is talking all about the changes to your body that occur during the perimenopause and beyond. Feel like you’re gaining weight, even though you haven’t changed your diet or workout routine? Lacking energy and losing confidence, for no apparent reason? This episode is for you. Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Po...

In this episode, Dr Shauna is coming to you solo for an in depth look at FRIENDSHIP. We know from blue zone and longevity studies that having friends and an active social life is essential for living a long and healthy life. But why is the importance of friendship talked about so little? How can you develop your skills if you struggle to make, or keep, friends? The industry for dating and romantic relationships is colossal, yet when it comes to making friends, there are few places you can go t...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is giving you a glimpse into her recent Menopause Matters event, held in Newcastle at the end of May 2024. Coming to you live, Dr Shauna is talking all things SEX during the peri/menopause, covering vaginal symptoms, libido, hormones and more. Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://w...

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by local Labour MP, Dr Gordon Reid. From beginning his career as a doctor working in Emergency and through his time on the front line, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr Reid felt that there were improvements that needed to be made within our health system. This desire for change prompted his shift into politics, and he has now been in office for 2 years. From the ongoing impacts of the pandemic and vaccination fatigue, to climate change and how ...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is giving you a glimpse into her recent Menopause Matters event, held in Newcastle at the end of May 2024. Coming to you live, Dr Shauna highlights the impact of hormones during the perimenopause and beyond, and discusses the important of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drsha...

In this episode, I’m joined by Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich - deputy Director at HER Centre Australia and Head of the Cognition and Hormones group at Monash University. Caroline has many areas of expertise, including hormones and the brain, why brain fog occurs during menopause and the role sex hormones play in ageing healthily to name a few. In this episode, we take a deep dive into ADHD. Why is it so often masked in women, but can present itself during the perimenopause? Why are boys...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is talking all about CONSTIPATION - that’s right, you heard it. It’s not the sexiest of topics, but it’s a common experience that we need to talk about. Did you know that if nature calls less than 3 times per week, in medical terms you’re experiencing constipation? Even diarrhoea can be a symptom of constipation, which makes it all the more confusing. In this episode, Dr Shauna is simplifying exactly what constipation is, and 5 things you can do to help it...

In this episode I am joined by Simon Rinne, the founder of Mindful Men, a community promoting men’s mental health and wellbeing through counselling, therapy, and their podcast. The conversation around men’s mental health has definitely been growing which is fantastic to see, but there is still a long way to go to breaking down the barriers and stigma, and supporting men in their vulnerability. I hope this conversation helps anyone out there who might be struggling, in knowing that it’s okay to...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is talking all about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - more commonly known as ADHD. But what is it, exactly? Why are we seeing an increase in the unmasking of undiagnosed ADHD for women during the perimenopause? What role do hormones play in the way ADHD presents? And if think you, or someone you know ,might have ADHD, what can you do about it? Getting an appointment with a psychiatrist can take some time, but Dr Shauna shares some lifestyle tips...

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Camilla Thompson, founder of MouldSafe - a company created to help people keep their homes safe from mould. Camilla’s personal experience with ongoing health issues, along with losing her home and much of her belongings to mould, drove her to find out more about the impacts living with mould can have. But why are some people impacted more severely by mould, than others? What are the dangers associated with living with mould? What are the conditions it ne...

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by David Gillespie - lawyer, tech entrepreneur and best-selling author of numerous titles, including ‘Teen Brain’, a deep dive into the teenage addictions that result from modern day technology. From online gaming, to gambling, social media and pornography, why are teenagers more susceptible than adults to succumbing to addiction - and what can parents do to stop it? In this episode, Dr Shauna and David discuss: Overview of his career journey as an author ...

In this week’s solo episode, Dr Shauna is talking all about IRON DEFICIENCY - something that affects 1 in 3 people worldwide. But what function does iron have within the body, and why is it so important? What are the symptoms and signs to look out for if you think you might be iron deficient? There are 3 things that might be wrong if your body is low in iron, but the good news is, there are several things you can do to help increase your levels - from diet, to supplements and even an iron infus...

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Annie Barry, accredited dietician, health coach and founder of All Round Wellness - a habit-based coaching program to help you achieve your lifestyle and weight loss goals. In a world where diet culture has been normalised and we’re overwhelmed with options on the supermarket shelves, knowing what is healthy can feel like a minefield! What should you be eating, if you’re trying to lose weight? Do fad diets work? What about when you’ve lost the weight - ho...

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 @‌allab...

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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. Follo...

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 wom...

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 a...

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: fr...

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.

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...

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 pain...