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👩‍⚕️Edinburgh's independent private menopause & contraception clinic
🩷 Supporting women at every step
🩺 20+ years GP experience
⬇️ Book a consultation via my website

10/11/2025

📣 Choosing contraception isn’t just about today. For many women, it’s tied to very real questions about fertility, timing, relationships, and the life they’re building.

Long acting reversible contraception doesn’t “store up” problems or delay your fertility beyond what your age already dictates. Once an implant or IUD is removed, your body goes straight back to normal for the age you are at.

And by that we are talking about how fertility naturally shifts in your mid-30s and again around 40.

At The Women’s Clinic, we take these conversations seriously. You get clear guidance, space to ask the questions you’ve been carrying quietly, and support choosing a method that aligns with your timeline, your health, and your future.

If you’re reviewing your options, you deserve advice grounded in evidence, which is exactly why I set up The Women’s Clinic - to book an appointment today head to the link in my bio, I can’t wait to meet you💓

09/11/2025

If your contraception demands more consistency than your lifestyle can realistically give… Is it still the right choice for you? 👀

There comes a point in your life when the daily upkeep of contraception begins to feel like one more spinning plate - it’s another thing to remember to take or change or ultimatley do, when it could be something you don’t even think about.

There’s nothing worse when a phone alarm goes off on your night out - “Just to remind me to take my pill!” or a long-haul flight that throws your routine off, and you’ve missed the window!

Little moments that shouldn’t make this much of an impact on your day, yet it can. However, with long acting reversible contraception the dynamic can completely change.

It takes your protection off the todo list and removes the stress you’ve been quietly carrying for years. No alarms. No scrambling. No mental countdown.

Just a sense of control that doesn’t rely on remember to take a pill! At The Women’s Clinic, we look at your whole life - the pace you live at, the responsibilities you juggle, the plans you’re making, and match you with contraception that actually supports that reality.

🔗 Ready to explore options that fit your lifestyle? Book your consultation and get matched with contraception that supports your life, not your schedule.

04/11/2025

📣We are almost fully booked for November at The Women’s Clinic!

Thank you to every woman who has chosen to prioritise her health with us, it’s been incredible welcoming so many of you into the clinic and supporting you on your wellbeing journey.

✨ Our next available appointments are now in December

If you’d like to take control of your health ahead of the Christmas season, we recommend booking soon to secure your space.

And if you’d like to be added to our cancellation list, just let us know. We’ll be in touch if anything becomes available sooner.

03/11/2025

👉 Contraception is advancing rapidly, including new combined oral contraceptive pills containing body-identical oestrogen, designed to better mirror natural physiology and reduce side effects.

Yet across Scotland (and, of course, the UK), access remains inconsistent. Many health boards have not yet adopted these options, despite approval and evidence. Women are being told they “aren’t available”, when in fact, they simply aren’t available in that specific health board.

📍 Modern contraceptive medicine should not be gatekept by geography. Women deserve access to contemporary prescribing, clear information, and clinicians who stay aligned with current research, not outdated formularies.

This is where healthcare must do better for women🩷

At The Women’s Clinic, our prescribing reflects the latest developments in women’s health.We offer these newer body-identical oestrogen pills, alongside comprehensive contraception options (including coils and implants), ensuring decisions are guided by clinical expertise, individual needs, and the most current evidence, not postcode restrictions.

We provide the standard that women should be receiving everywhere.

🔗If you want a contraception consultation grounded in up-to-date evidence and specialist women’s health expertise, you can book via the link in my bio!

31/10/2025

💭 “But am I bad enough to do something about it?”It’s one of the most common things women think when it comes to visiting a GP about their health concern, and it’s completely understandable.

It can be hard to know whether your symptoms are hormonal changes, stress, or simply the juggle of everyday life. And trying to unpick all of that alone? It is not easy.

That’s exactly why The Women’s Clinic exists✨

Here, you’ll get a 40-minute consultation with time to talk through everything, your symptoms, your lifestyle, your background, and your goals. We look at the full picture to create a personalised plan that’s right for you.

It’s time you started living the life you imagined all those years ago, instead of being held back by symptoms that can feel, for some women, quite debilitating!

So instead of wondering whether you’re “bad enough,” you’ll leave with clarity, direction, and a plan that makes sense for where you are right now.

Investing in your health isn’t about being bad enough; it’s about feeling your absolute best as often as humanly possible!💖

29/10/2025

I saw this sign on a walk and couldn’t stop thinking about it, because it perfectly captures something I hear from so many women... 💭

They finally reached out for support with their health, hoping for answers, and instead left feeling like a piece was still missing.

And while I wish I could say I’m a miracle worker for these women who are feeling a little lost and not knowing where to begin, or what to do next, what I can promise is this 👇

At The Women’s Clinic, our longer appointments mean we can get to the root of what’s really going on, not just treat the symptoms, which can be the quick option for some people, but it’s not going to give you the long-term solution you really need. I take the time to understand you, your lifestyle, and your journey, so every treatment plan is personal, considered, and effective for each individual.

For many of our patients, that alone can feel like the miracle they’ve been waiting for 💖

When I develop a tailored treatment plan and guide you throughout your journey, that’s when things start to click. That’s when women leave feeling like the load is lighter and that real results are coming, going to impact their lives in a positive way.

Because while I don’t do miracles, I do something just as powerful: I provide you with care that truly sees your unique self💖

27/10/2025

Proof that patients can prescribe motivation too 💌

I got the nudge I needed the other day, a lovely email from one of my patients reminded me how much better we feel when we move our bodies. I’d been putting off my runs this week (it’s been chilly, hasn’t it?), but her message inspired me to lace up my trainers, pop the lead on the dog, and head out through the autumn leaves 🍂 (he’s still grinning).

A little reminder that regular movement can do wonders for both our mind and body, and makes a real difference to menopausal symptoms too.

Cold weather: 1 ❄️Motivated patient: 10/10 🏃‍♀️

Who agrees?

24/10/2025

You’ve done your research. You know which type of HRT you’d like to try, maybe a gel, spray, or patch feels like the right fit for your lifestyle.

So why does it sometimes feel like your GP disagrees just because you’ve come prepared?

😣 The truth is, many women walk out of appointments feeling unheard or frustrated, not because their choice was wrong, but because their GP isn’t always familiar with every product or dose available.

👩‍⚕️ At The Women’s Clinic, we believe informed patients make empowered decisions. We regularly see women who’ve done their homework and just need professional support to find the safest, most effective option for them.

If you’ve asked for what you want and still aren’t getting anywhere, it might be time for a more specialist approach.

💬 Book a menopause consultation at The Women’s Clinic, and get the clarity, confidence and care you deserve.

🔗 Book your consultation: https://www.thewomensclinic.co.uk/book-an-appointment/

21/10/2025

Who knew the meds with street value might actually stop your hot flushes?🤭🤯

For some women, HRT gets them 80% of the way there, but that last 20% can still feel unbearable.

😅The night sweats that soak through your sheets
🥲The anxiety that spikes from nowhere
🥵The constant sense that your body’s thermostat is broken

It’s exhausting, and it’s also the reality for many women, even on treatment.

That’s why there’s growing interest in non-hormonal options that target the brain’s temperature control centre rather than your hormones.

Here are some options you can consider:
👉 SSRIs (antidepressants)
👉 Oxybutynin
👉 Gabapentinoids (gabapentin or pregabalin)
👉 Fezolinetant

There’s no single fix for menopause symptoms, but there are options. The key is finding what fits your body, your history, and your lifestyle. Keep listening to hear about each!

🔖 Save this post to bring to your next appointment, or send it to a friend who’s still struggling with hot flushes despite HRT.

18/10/2025

Yes, the data really did say this…👀

When the original Women’s Health Study was published over 20 years ago, it suggested that HRT carried serious risks. Prescriptions dropped dramatically, and many women were advised to avoid it altogether.

But, the data we have now tells a very different story📖

HRT can be a safe and effective treatment for many women, offering benefits like:
✨ Reduced risk of osteoporosis
✨ Improved cardiovascular health
✨ Better overall wellbeing and quality of life

Of course, it’s not right for everyone🚨

Women with a strong family history of breast cancer or other risk factors may want to explore alternative ways to manage their menopause symptoms (we can chat about your options in a consultation 😉)

So, is it true that we prescribing too much HRT?🤔

In my opinion, we’re probably not, and in fact, we’re likely not prescribing enough!!

This , if you’re struggling with symptoms, speak to a menopause-trained doctor. There are safe, evidence-based options that can help you feel like yourself again.

And if you would like to have a chat, please do drop me a DM today 💖

17/10/2025

Because of what these women have told me...

After years in (and still in) general practice, I saw too many women leave appointments with more questions than answers - brushed off, rushed through, or told to “come back if it doesn’t settle.”

I built this clinic to change that; in fact, it’s the feeling behind the foundation of The Women’s Clinic.

Every woman deserves time to talk openly, to be listened to without hurry, to understand her body and her options fully.

Because when you’re not rushed, everything changes.

You leave feeling seen, not dismissed.Heard, not hurried.Reassured, not uncertain.

At The Women’s Clinic, every appointment is designed around time.Time to talk about what’s really going on.Time to ask the questions you’ve been holding onto for months.Time to finally understand what your body is trying to tell you.

And with that time comes something powerful:
✨ Clear answers
✨ Personalised treatment plans that actually fit your life
✨ The confidence to move forward without second-guessing yourself.

This is what happens when care isn’t rushed, when women are given space to feel safe, informed, and in control of their health.

That’s the heart of The Women’s Clinic. If you would like to come in for a chat, I would love to see you🤍

🔗 Head to the link in my bio to book your appointment today.

Address

60 Blackford Avenue
Edinburgh
EH93ER

Telephone

+441312872515

Website

https://www.thewomensclinic.co.uk/

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