Government announced the first of its kind programme of checks for 40 - 74 year old women in England.   In the last week of world Menopause awareness month October 2025 the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced women across England would benefit from the menopause being included in routine NHS health checks for the first time.  Dedicated questions NHS Health Checks about menopause, free assessments offered to eligible adults aged 40 - 74 every five years esti

Mental health concerns are widespread for both adults and children, with increasing rates of probable mental health conditions observed in young people, particularly in UK. Rates of mental disorders in children (aged 8-16) rose from 1 in 8 in 2017 to over 1 in 6 by 2023, while adult access to mental health treatment in England has also doubled in the same period. Data indicates 1 in 4 adults are living with a mental health condition. Of course the underlying factors of anxiet

World Mental Health Day reminds us that emotional well-being is not just a personal issue it ripples out into home, family and workplace with far-reaching consequences often unrecognised. Recent data shows that mental ill-health costs the UK economy an estimated  £117.9 billion annually  through absenteeism, lost productivity, and staff turnover. 1 in 6 employees experience underlying common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, yet stigma and lack of supp

Parenthood can bring feelings of being unprepared for our child’s needs. Parents are often left on their own. Out of their depth with children’s behaviour and disorder issues, a leaflet does not replace a 1-2-1 support package. Direct action, guidance for child and parent. No need to wait for a certificate or diagnosis JWT can help you and your child now.   JWT offers a range of parental programmes of support and education . From birth, what to expect going home after birth,

I had an amazing time at Pause Live in London on Saturday. Thank you to Katie and Julija (Allonus team) who helped man the stand and share the experience with so many people.   The event was very well attended and the organisation was brilliant. I applauded  all of the ‘Pause Team’ who worked so hard to make this event the huge success it was. Amazing to see so many Interesting stands, exhibitors dedicated to supporting women in their own way. The world of Pause opened up wit

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The UK has the  highest prevalence of allergic conditions in the world , with numbers rising sharply over the last two decades. In 2004, around  20% of the population  lived with one or more allergic conditions; by 2010 this had escalated to  44% . Today,  1 in 4 adults  and  1 in 8 children  are affected by allergic rhinitis.   Allergy UK calls this a “modern epidemic”.   Food allergies are particularly concerning, affecting  5–8% of children . Symptoms often begin with ski

Why Children, Can’t Afford anymore Medical, Parental, Societal Blindness   Birth Trauma: The Silent Crisis Every year, thousands of families silently carry the weight of birth trauma. For too long, a mother’s influences have been dismissed as “baby blues” or “just hormones.” But the truth is clear: ignoring birth trauma comes with staggering health costs for parents, for children and society. I wrote about this crisis in my women’s and children’s health book ‘Pregnancy & Birt

The Hidden Error For too long, birth trauma has been dismissed, hidden under labels of “baby blues,” “colic,” or “just hormones.” But this underestimated perception is costing individuals, families health, ripple impacts on family unit, siblings, income. Underlying in teen mental health, self-esteem, anxiety from complex birth trauma, including early suicide. What health professionals fail to acknowledge is that birth experience ripples into childhood, adulthood and society i

The recent USA declaration about taking Paracetamol while pregnant, its association to Autism from Donal Trump has alarmed drug companies, professionals and women who are pregnant.   NHS has announced paracetamol is their first choice of painkiller, safe to use while pregnant. To be used at lowest dose, with the shortest duration.   Automation in utero is a changing delicate biochemical process, as infant grows in mother’s womb. Logically, critical processes within utero br

Constipation in infants and children are often dismissed as “just digestive discomfort.” Yet, it plays a crucial role in skin health and conditions like eczema. The body eliminates waste through the bowel, kidneys, lungs and skin. When excretion is blocked or slowed as in constipation, toxins and waste products are redirected, often showing up as  skin inflammation, rashes, or eczema flare-ups . Unfortunately our understanding or assessment of excretion can be limited in pare

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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Workshop and Q&A panel discussing PMDD disorder unrecognised, little known, however a large percentage of women are affected. PMDD is a blend of severe PMS and mental health impacts! Health professionals and women’s expanded awareness is urgently required. Joy Wisdom will be there for further discussions on menstrual to menopause.   Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is characterised by symptoms of premenstrual phase of a menstrual c

Menoproof your Life Todays tip ffrom Joy Wisdom Perimenopause can begin as early as mid-30s, a complex transitional phase marked by symptoms such as hot flushes, insomnia, fatigue, mood changes and congnitive issues. It can feel as though the rug has been pulled on life for some women. Effective care includes a different approach for effective women's health help and change. Guessing is not an option in Perimenopause individuals need accurate and comprehensive information

JWT Tip for safe summer and holiday protection for you and your children.     Holidays are here and if like me you require a mosquito repellent it can be tricky to find one that is not toxic. As most DEET (diethyl-meta-toluamide) based repellents bring health risks especially for sensitive skin, children and pregnant women.   *For years I have made up my own concoction with a base oil and added essential oils such as Citronella, Tea Tree, Geranium, Lavender. Eaten extra garli