The Wellness Project Podcast

In this episode of The Wellness Project, we are joined by the inspiring Deirdre O’Neill, a dual-qualified lawyer with a master’s in Medical Law from King’s College London and the co-founder of Hertility Health. Hertility is revolutionising women’s reproductive health by offering accessible, at-home testing kits that provide critical insights into fertility and hormonal health.Deirdre shares her journey to founding this pioneering company, why women’s health has been overlooked for so long, and the vital importance of taking control of our wellbeing through knowledge of our reproductive health. We also explore how Hertility’s innovative services are empowering women and discuss the larger systemic issues in medical research and healthcare representation for women. We can't wait to hear what you think. Irish Life Health members can now access Hertility’s at-home test kit and get advanced insights into hormonal imbalances, including your ovarian egg reserve as well as be screened for up to 18 conditions that can impact reproductive health. In as little as ten days you will receive your Doctor-written report explaining your results with suggested next steps for any follow up care you may need. Access the Female Fertility Assessment and Consultation through your Irish Life Health online account for more information. The Irish Life Health Female Fertility Assessment and Consultation benefit is available on selected hospital plans from 1st October 2024 and on all hospital plans from 1st November 2024. Terms and conditions apply. See your table of cover and membership handbook for details. Irish Life Health dac is regulated by Central Bank of Ireland.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

In this episode of The Wellness Project, we welcome Dr. Caroline West - sex educator, podcaster, columnist, and author—for an insightful conversation on sexual wellness. At The Wellness Project, we think holistically about wellness, and all the areas of your life that impact your wellbeing. Sexual well-being is a vital yet often overlooked piece of the wellness puzzle. In this episode, Dr. West and Dominique unpack what sexual wellness truly means today, how it impacts other areas of life, and why it’s time to shed the shame and stigma that still surround conversations about sex. We can't wait to hear what you think.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

In this episode of The Wellness Project, we dive deep into the science of sleep with Tom Coleman, a qualified health scientist and sleep coach. Going beyond the basics, Tom explains why sleep quality and quantity are crucial for our physical, mental, and cognitive health.Dominique and Tom chat about the latest findings on how sleep impacts our brains and bodies, and why prioritising a good night’s rest is one of the best investments we can make in our overall wellness. Tom addresses some of the most common misconceptions around sleep, and offers practical tips on creating an ideal sleep environment. He discusses how factors like diet, temperature, and hormones can significantly affect our sleep quality and for those struggling with a racing mind or dealing with sleep issues tied to life changes like new parenthood or menopause-- Tom offers specialised and practical advice. This episode is packed with essential insights on achieving truly restorative sleep and we can't wait to hear what you think. The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

In this heartfelt episode of The Wellness Project we welcome the inspiring Tara Rafter, award-winning life coach and Master Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner. Tara helps those feeling lost or overwhelmed find their way back to themselves.We explore Tara’s deeply personal journey — from losing her father and climbing the career ladder, to the moment she realised external success wasn’t fulfilling her inner world. Tara shares how becoming a mother changed her perspective, how she helps clients rediscover their purpose, and why self-compassion and vulnerability are essentials in today’s world.Join us for a raw and emotional conversation about resilience, intuition, and finally living a life that truly feels like home.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

We spend 90,000 hours at work and yet rarely prioritise our career wellness. This week on the Wellness Project Podcast, we speak to Career Consultant Angela Burke and learn how to successfully navigate our careers in tandem with our lives. With a unique blend of recruitment & career consulting expertise, along with a post graduate qualification in career development & coaching, Angela brings a wealth of experience and understanding of the world of work and career wellbeing. Angela uses this insight to help people shape and navigate their career with clarity, confidence and most importantly, in alignment with their lifestyle and wellbeing needs.Join us as we delve into our careers and navigate how we can best achieve career wellness in our own lives.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

Rebecca Holland, founder of Health with Holland, is a straightforward, science-backed Irish health coach who empowers women to achieve hormone balance and reclaim their health. Her approach focuses on 5-pillars — nutrition, nervous system regulation, mindset, exercise, and circadian health. As a single mother of twins, Rebecca understands the challenges women face and helps them achieve hormone balance without relying on quick fixes or calorie counting. Her mission is to create a global movement where women are empowered to take control of their health, busting myths and offering sustainable strategies for success as she goes. Join us as we ask her all about hormonal health and how we can learn to regulate our nervous systems and hormonal imbalances.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

Oonagh O’Hagan is the proud owner and managing director of Meagher’s Pharmacy Group. A qualified pharmacist, she was in her late 20s when she bought the landmark Meagher’s Pharmacy on Dublin’s Baggot Street from Pierce Meagher in 2001. She has since gone on to grow the business to nine pharmacies and a thriving online store www.meaghers.ie. She now employs 150 people with further growth planned. Oonagh is also an expert in gut health and on this week's episode she shares all of her knowledge on how to protect your Microbiome.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Meaghers Pharmacy and in association with Activia, Its4Women Insurance, Irish Life Health and KIND Snacks.

Meet Agnes Gajewska, Advanced Facial Expert and creator of Face Yoga by Agnes Agnes Gajewska is an award winning Skin Therapist with over 20 years experience, and continuous training and education in the cutting edge beauty therapies, techniques and technologies from all over the world. She is featured in all the leading magazines, media and social media platforms. Her work is her passion and she is dedicated to promoting a healthier, more natural approach to the skin's aging process. Agnes's extraordinary standards and exceptional results, see her clients travelling from far and wide, to seek her advice and she is a firm favourite among many international celebrities. "It's a privilege to grow old". This is Agnes' motto and she believes in supporting the skin through the natural aging process with a combination of techniques, tools and practices. She created Face Yoga by Agnes, which is suitable for all age groups, and which naturally contours, and tightens skin while increasing circulation. Face yoga by Agnes works not only to improve your skin but also works on your mindset and your perception of yourself, from a loving and kind perspective. It also has the added benefit of being a deeply relaxing technique, which relieves the stress and tension that we can hold in our face.