<![CDATA[Hair Chair Diaries]]>Hair Chair Diaries is a podcast salon-show hosted by Chantelle Dean, a salon owner with 28 years experience is the hair industry and is a CeMAP qualified mortgage and protection adviser.

After years behind the chair, Chantelle noticed that the conversations women trusted her with were rarely just about hair. They were about life, love, money, confidence, health, grief, relationships, work, property, identity, rebuilding and the quiet pressure of holding everything together when nobody had explained the rules.

This show is for women who have lived a little.

Every episode shares a real story and a real conversation about the moments that change us, from divorce, perimenopause, illness and financial wake-up calls to protection, mortgages, self-employment, motherhood, loss, mental health and starting again.

Hair Chair Diaries exists because money is never just about numbers. It is rooted in the lives we live, the choices we make and the stories we carry quietly.

The chair was never just about hair.

Real life. Love. Money. Real conversations.

]]>https://www.hairchairdiaries.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:13:35 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 15:09:24 GMT60Chantelle<p><b>Hair Chair Diaries is a podcast salon-show hosted by Chantelle Dean, a salon owner with 28 years experience is the hair industry and is a CeMAP qualified mortgage and protection adviser.</b></p><p>After years behind the chair, Chantelle noticed that the conversations women trusted her with were rarely just about hair. They were about life, love, money, confidence, health, grief, relationships, work, property, identity, rebuilding and the quiet pressure of holding everything together when nobody had explained the rules.</p><p>This show is for women who have lived a little.</p><p>Every episode shares a real story and a real conversation about the moments that change us, from divorce, perimenopause, illness and financial wake-up calls to protection, mortgages, self-employment, motherhood, loss, mental health and starting again.</p><p>Hair Chair Diaries exists because money is never just about numbers. It is rooted in the lives we live, the choices we make and the stories we carry quietly.</p><p>The chair was never just about hair.</p><p>Real life. Love. Money. Real conversations.</p>episodicChantellehairchairdiaries@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Menopause Answers Doctors Miss with Shulanda Barnett]]>Menopause Answers Doctors Miss with Shulanda Barnett | Hair Chair Diaries


In this episode of Hair Chair Diaries, I’m joined by Shulanda Barnett, a menopause wellness specialist, kinesiology professor, author of Stronger Than the Pause and founder of the Peri Advocate app.


This conversation follows on beautifully from our first menopause episode, The Menopause Tax, because Shulanda brings the specialist and educational side of what so many women are living through quietly.


We talk about perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause, hormones, HRT, strength training, brain fog, body changes, confidence, work, relationships, blood tests, feeling dismissed by healthcare providers and learning how to advocate for yourself.


Shulanda shares how, even after almost 20 years in health and fitness, she still found herself confused by fatigue, weight gain, body changes, mental health changes and symptoms she could not explain. She also explains why women need better education, better support and better tools when walking into appointments about their bodies.


This conversation is about more than symptoms.


It is about women knowing when something has changed.

It is about learning the new version of your body.

It is about having the confidence to ask better questions.

It is about not being dismissed.

It is about understanding that hormones can affect your health, your work, your confidence, your relationships and your life.


The chair was never just about hair.


Real life. Love. Money. Real conversations.


Guest: Shulanda Barnett

Menopause Wellness Specialist

Author of Stronger Than the Pause

Founder of Peri Advocate



App: Peri Advocate app

Book: Stronger Than the Pause

Website: https://www.shulandabarnett.com/ 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/coachshulanda 





Hair Chair Diaries

Website: https://www.hairchairdiaries.com

Email: hairchairdiaries@gmail.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/cBrq1ZunxQ0

Hosted by Chantelle Dean

]]>3b1680cd-64d1-494c-a5d5-ed6334a1b46dSat, 12 Sep 2026 19:54:09 GMT<p>Menopause Answers Doctors Miss with Shulanda Barnett | Hair Chair Diaries</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Hair Chair Diaries, I’m joined by Shulanda Barnett, a menopause wellness specialist, kinesiology professor, author of Stronger Than the Pause and founder of the Peri Advocate app.</p><p><br /></p><p>This conversation follows on beautifully from our first menopause episode, The Menopause Tax, because Shulanda brings the specialist and educational side of what so many women are living through quietly.</p><p><br /></p><p>We talk about perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause, hormones, HRT, strength training, brain fog, body changes, confidence, work, relationships, blood tests, feeling dismissed by healthcare providers and learning how to advocate for yourself.</p><p><br /></p><p>Shulanda shares how, even after almost 20 years in health and fitness, she still found herself confused by fatigue, weight gain, body changes, mental health changes and symptoms she could not explain. She also explains why women need better education, better support and better tools when walking into appointments about their bodies.</p><p><br /></p><p>This conversation is about more than symptoms.</p><p><br /></p><p>It is about women knowing when something has changed.</p><p>It is about learning the new version of your body.</p><p>It is about having the confidence to ask better questions.</p><p>It is about not being dismissed.</p><p>It is about understanding that hormones can affect your health, your work, your confidence, your relationships and your life.</p><p><br /></p><p>The chair was never just about hair.</p><p><br /></p><p>Real life. Love. Money. Real conversations.</p><p><br /></p><p>Guest: Shulanda Barnett</p><p>Menopause Wellness Specialist</p><p>Author of Stronger Than the Pause</p><p>Founder of Peri Advocate</p><p><br /><br /></p><p>App: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://periadvocate.com/" target="_blank">Peri Advocate app</a></p><p>Book: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.eu/d/04fIVftm" target="_blank">Stronger Than the Pause</a></p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.shulandabarnett.com/" target="_blank">https://www.shulandabarnett.com/</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/coachshulanda" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/coachshulanda</a> </p><p><br /><br /><br /><br /></p><p>Hair Chair Diaries</p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hairchairdiaries.com" target="_blank">https://www.hairchairdiaries.com</a></p><p>Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hairchairdiaries@gmail.com" target="_blank">hairchairdiaries@gmail.com</a></p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/cBrq1ZunxQ0" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/cBrq1ZunxQ0</a></p><p>Hosted by Chantelle Dean</p><p></p><p></p>no00:49:1312Menopause Answers Doctors Miss with Shulanda Barnettfull<![CDATA[The Menopause Tax]]>Carrie and Chantelle discuss their experiences with perimenopause and the symptoms they encountered. They also touch on the lack of education and information available to women about perimenopause and menopause. The conversation delves into the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the different types of HRT available. The conversation covers various aspects of menopause, including the impact of HRT, lifestyle changes, exercise, and mindset. It also delves into the importance of listening to one's body and embracing the changes that come with menopause.

Takeaways

  • Perimenopause symptoms can include skin changes, digestive issues, weight gain, mood swings, and joint aches and pains.
  • The lack of education and information about perimenopause and menopause can lead to confusion and uncertainty for women.
  • HRT comes in different forms, and decisions around HRT should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional based on individual needs and health considerations. HRT is not a magic fix and should be complemented with lifestyle changes.
  • Listening to your body and making positive lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on menopausal symptoms.

This episode is for general information and personal experience only, and is not medical advice. Please speak to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about HRT, medication or treatment.

Useful links

Find Carrie:
https://linktr.ee/restoreherwellness

Hair Chair Diaries:
https://www.hairchairdiaries.com

Support note

This episode includes personal experiences of perimenopause, menopause, grief, health, hormones and emotional wellbeing.

If anything discussed in this episode has touched on something you are going through personally, please reach out for support.

UK: Samaritans, 116 123, free 24/7
UK: Mind, www.mind.org.uk
International: www.findahelpline.com

Hosted by Chantelle Dean.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Recognizing Perimenopause Symptoms
  • 03:00 The Impact of Perimenopause on Daily Life
  • 05:32 The Lack of Education on Menopause
  • 18:32 The Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  • 28:37 The Impact of HRT and Lifestyle Changes
  • 29:12 The Role of Diet and Exercise
  • 30:17 Prioritizing Sleep and Mindset
  • 34:18 Body Image and Self-Acceptance
  • 43:30 Empowerment and Advocacy for Women
  • 49:16 The Importance of Connection and Learning
  • 52:29 Embracing Authenticity and Making a Difference
]]>fef65224-15d7-4c38-ab1c-a01ff1b32ea2Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:13:20 GMT<p>Carrie and Chantelle discuss their experiences with perimenopause and the symptoms they encountered. They also touch on the lack of education and information available to women about perimenopause and menopause. The conversation delves into the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the different types of HRT available. The conversation covers various aspects of menopause, including the impact of HRT, lifestyle changes, exercise, and mindset. It also delves into the importance of listening to one's body and embracing the changes that come with menopause.</p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Perimenopause symptoms can include skin changes, digestive issues, weight gain, mood swings, and joint aches and pains.</li><li>The lack of education and information about perimenopause and menopause can lead to confusion and uncertainty for women.</li><li>HRT comes in different forms, and decisions around HRT should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional based on individual needs and health considerations. HRT is not a magic fix and should be complemented with lifestyle changes.</li><li>Listening to your body and making positive lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on menopausal symptoms.</li></ul><p>This episode is for general information and personal experience only, and is not medical advice. Please speak to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about HRT, medication or treatment.</p><p><b>Useful links</b></p><p>Find Carrie:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/restoreherwellness" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/restoreherwellness</a></p><p>Hair Chair Diaries:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hairchairdiaries.com" target="_blank">https://www.hairchairdiaries.com</a></p><p><b>Support note</b></p><p>This episode includes personal experiences of perimenopause, menopause, grief, health, hormones and emotional wellbeing.</p><p>If anything discussed in this episode has touched on something you are going through personally, please reach out for support.</p><p>UK: Samaritans, 116 123, free 24/7<br />UK: Mind, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.mind.org.uk" target="_blank">www.mind.org.uk</a><br />International: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.findahelpline.com" target="_blank">www.findahelpline.com</a></p><p>Hosted by Chantelle Dean.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Recognizing Perimenopause Symptoms</li><li>03:00 The Impact of Perimenopause on Daily Life</li><li>05:32 The Lack of Education on Menopause</li><li>18:32 The Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)</li><li>28:37 The Impact of HRT and Lifestyle Changes</li><li>29:12 The Role of Diet and Exercise</li><li>30:17 Prioritizing Sleep and Mindset</li><li>34:18 Body Image and Self-Acceptance</li><li>43:30 Empowerment and Advocacy for Women</li><li>49:16 The Importance of Connection and Learning</li><li>52:29 Embracing Authenticity and Making a Difference</li></ul>no00:48:5211The Menopause Taxfull