Happy to Health with Dr Preeya

Psychological strategies for everyday mental wellbeing are the focus here, as clinical psychologist Hayley Zarb joins Dr Preeya to tackle negative self-talk, catastrophising, rumination, and trouble switching the brain off for sleep. It sounds geared toward simple, usable tools rather than abstract theory.

Pregnancy is the focus here, with an obstetrician, a midwife, and Dr Preeya covering the journey from preconception through birth and postpartum care. It promises answers to common questions about preparing for birth and navigating the surprises that can follow.

Perimenopause is the focus here, with Dr Preeya Alexander and endocrinologist Dr Sonya Davison tackling common questions about diagnosis, treatment options, and menopause hormone therapy. The episode aims to sort evidence from online confusion in a practical, expert-led way.

Sam Gash joins Dr Preeya for an intimate conversation about resilience, the role of running, and the importance of connection, especially for women. The episode also explores Sam’s fertility journey in what’s described as a raw, deeply personal chat.

Gut health gets a clear-eyed evidence check in this conversation with nutritional psychiatry researcher Professor Felice Jacka. The episode explores how to support the gut microbiome, its links to mood and immunity, and which kinds of testing are actually backed by research.