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Women’s Health

Living on the Edge: Managing the Emotional Roller Coaster of Peri/Menopause

By Women's Health

 

Anxiety, brain fog, mood swings — is it menopause or something else? A GP and psychologist explain what’s going on and how to cope.

Understanding Mental Health in Perimenopause & Menopause

Perimenopause and menopause bring far more than hot flushes and disrupted sleep — for many women, this life stage also brings panic, low mood, irritability, brain fog, and a sense of just not feeling like themselves. Yet these mental health changes are often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or dismissed.

This educational event brings together women’s health GP Dr Natasha Feingold and clinical psychologist Dr Maria-Elena Lukeides to give you a clear, evidence-based understanding of what’s happening in the brain and body during this transition — and practical strategies to manage it well. We’ll also have a Q & A time at the end to answer any burning questions you may have!

What you’ll learn:

  • How fluctuating hormones affect mood, anxiety, and cognitive function
  • How to tell the difference between hormone-related symptoms and other mental health conditions
  • Psychological strategies and coping tools for managing mood changes, anxiety, and burnout
  • Lifestyle and medical treatment options and how they can support mental wellbeing

Who this is for:
Anyone experiencing (or anticipating) perimenopause or menopause, as well as partners, family members, and health professionals who want a deeper understanding of this often-overlooked side of the menopause transition.

 

Free Event – Reserve your ticket now!

When: Wednesday 22nd July 2026

Time: 6:30pm

Where: Her Medical Southport

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07/14/2026

Dr Maree Kekeff: A New Chapter in Women’s Health

By Women's Health

At Her Medical, we have been fortunate to host the incredible Dr Maree Kekeff, whose dedication to women’s health has made her a highly respected name on the Gold Coast. Over her time with us, Dr Kekeff has exemplified the values we hold dear—compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to patient care.

Now, she’s embarking on an exciting new journey, moving to her brand-new, state-of-the-art private practice just a little further down Ferry Road. The Gold Coast Breast Centre promises to deliver the same exceptional care, with a focus on empowering women to take control of their health in a welcoming and innovative space.

Supporting a Visionary in Women’s Health

We are incredibly proud to have been part of Dr Kekeff’s journey and to see her create a space that aligns so closely with her vision. The Gold Coast Breast Centre is more than a clinic; it’s a testament to female leadership in medicine and an inspiring leap forward in personalised, patient-centred care.

While we’ll miss having Dr Kekeff working from our rooms, we are thrilled to continue cheering her on as she makes this bold move. For those who wish to follow her to her new practice, the details are as follows:

Phone: 07 5623 3308
Email: admin@goldcoastbreastcentre.com.au
Address: Suite 1-63 Ferry Road, Southport

https://goldcoastbreastcentre.com.au/

A Fond Farewell, Not Goodbye

Dr Kekeff’s transition marks an exciting new chapter, and we know that her patients will continue to receive the exemplary care she is renowned for. Her Medical is honoured to have been part of her story, and we will remain her biggest supporters as she continues to make a lasting impact on women’s health in our community.

We encourage you to explore her new practice and experience the future of women’s healthcare at the Gold Coast Breast Centre.

 

11/22/2024

What is the Pelvic Floor?

By Pelvic Floor, Women's Health
What is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that act like a ‘sling’ or hammock between the pubic bone in the front of the pelvis and the tailbone at the back. A woman’s pelvic floor muscles support her uterus, bladder, and bowel. Pelvic floor dysfunction can lead to common issues such as incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain & painful intercourse.
 
Why are my kegels exercises not helping? 
Kegels or pelvic floor exercises can often help strengthen “weak” pelvic floor muscles that may occur after pregnancy and birth, following abdominal or gynaecological surgery, from repetitive straining or due to the normal process of ageing.
There can be a number of reasons why kegels or pelvic floor exercises aren’t working for you :
1. You may not be doing your exercises correctly, pushing rather than lifting or using different muscles altogether.
2. Your pelvic floor muscles might be  tight and need help to relax before you can strengthen them.
3. You may need to squeeze a little more, a little less or add some resistance or load to achieve an optimal activation.
4. You may need help to focus on them a little more or differently, using imagery or pressure on a particular area.
5. Your pelvic floor could be strong and your incontinence is due to a timing issue. The neural signals that go back and forward to your brain to tell your pelvic floor muscles to contract don’t always work as well in a muscle that has been lengthened due to increased load or trauma.
If you’re not able to enjoy doing what you love without the fear of leakage, it’s worth contacting your local women’s health physio for a pelvic floor assessment and an individualised pelvic floor program.
For more information or to book with Laura Fraser, please book online at her MEDICAL or reception on (07) 5616 8070.
💜 Supporting all women to Bloom 💜
02/28/2023