Beyond The Surface Podcast

• Redefining Women’s Healthcare with Dr Donna Tanchev, Founder of Her Medical

  In this episode, Belinda sits down with Dr Donna Tanchev, a woman reshaping what women’s healthcare can look and feel like. Donna is the founder and principal GP of Her Medical, a women-centred clinic on the Gold Coast that feels more like a spa than a traditional doctor’s surgery —a pink building, soft curtains, warm spaces, and thoughtful design. At the heart of it all is genuine care for every woman who walks through the door.Donna’s mission is simple but revolutionary: to create a space where women feel safe, seen, heard, and truly cared for. She has recently been named a finalist for Gold Coast Woman of the Year, and after hearing her story, it’s easy to understand why.In this episode, we explore:Why women’s healthcare has historically been dismissive and how it’s finally shiftingDonna’s vision for Her Medical and why environment affects how safe women feelThe conditions most misunderstood or minimised in women’s health (endometriosis, PCOS, menopause, incontinence)ADHD in women and why diagnoses spike in the 40s and during perimenopauseThe power of holistic care: GP, psychology, dietetics, physiotherapy, naturopathy, and moreHow Donna leads a team of 10+ doctors and encourages women to advocate for themselvesThis episode is inspiring, practical, and a must-listen for every woman who wants to experience healthcare that truly puts her first.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals: real, natural support for your health. From functional mushrooms for focus, energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that nourish and  support your nervous system.  Visti: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your first order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Dr Donna Tanchev:Her Medical website: https://hermedical.com.au/Her Medical Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hermedical.official/Her Medical Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hermedical.official/Donna Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.donna.tanchev/

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• Hormonal Harmony: Women’s Health at Every Life Stage with Dr Karen Coates & Sharon Kolkka

  In this episode, Belinda sits down with two of Australia’s most respected voices in women’s health, Dr Karen Coates and Sharon Kolkka. With over 70 years of combined experience, and after the success of their first book How to Be Well, they have just launched their second book, Hormonal Harmony: A Woman’s Guide to Puberty, Fertility, Menopause and Beyond.We explore:Why stress is the number one disruptor of women’s hormonesThe 5 hormonal chapters every woman moves throughWhat’s normal (and what’s not) when it comes to your cycleThe impact of birth control and what other options are availableHRT, the benefits, the window, and why it’s not a quick fixInfertility and IVF, the stats, and how to support your bodyHow nervous system regulation influences hormones at every ageBelinda also brings community questions into the conversation, covering everything from supporting teenage girls through puberty to navigating symptoms, testing, supplements, and approaching menopause with more ease.This episode is empowering, practical, and a must-listen for every woman wanting to better understand their hormones “the unsung heroes of the body”.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals are running their biggest sale of the year – 25% to 50% off the whole range, plus a free gift and free shipping on orders over $160. The sale runs from the 12th to the 28th of November 2025. If protein, functional mushrooms, tonic herbs, or superfoods are things you’ve been wanting to add into your daily life to boost your energy, focus, and overall wellness, head to:  https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and grab these deals before they’re gone.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Dr Karen Coates and Sharon Kolkka:Karen Wesbite:  https://www.drkaren.com.au/Karen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.karencoates/Karen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorkarencoates/Sharon Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sharonkolkka/Sharon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Sharon-Kolkka-100063944744786/Their book Hormonal Harmony: https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/Hormonal-Harmony/Karen-Coates/9781761426728

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• Episode 45: At 29, Pregnant with Triplets, Ashleigh Conwell Became a Widow

  In this deeply moving conversation, Belinda sits down with Ashleigh Conwell, widow, solo mum to triplets, and founder of Yellow Falcon to share a story of unimaginable loss, resilience, and rebuilding a life with purpose.At just 29 years old and 17 weeks pregnant with triplets, Ashleigh’s world changed forever when her husband, Matt left for his usual morning run and never came home. He was hit by a car, and in that moment, everything changed. Within the same year, she also lost her father-in-law and grandfather, navigated a high-risk pregnancy, and battled severe postnatal depression — all while learning how to breathe again through grief.In this episode, we explore:The day life changed forever and how trauma affects the bodyNavigating grief while becoming a mother to tripletsPostnatal depression and grief: the double-layered stormWhy support often disappears after the first yearRebuilding identity after loss and learning to feel againThe meaning behind her business Yellow Falcon and how she supports widows through her program The Confident WidowPractical ways to better support someone who is grievingWhether you’re navigating grief yourself, supporting someone through loss, or simply seeking inspiration from a story of courage and resilience, this conversation offers hope, compassion, and insight.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals are running their biggest sale of the year – 25% to 50% off the whole range, plus a free gift and free shipping on orders over $160. The sale runs from the 12th to the 28th of November 2025. If protein, functional mushrooms, tonic herbs, or superfoods are things you’ve been wanting to add into your daily life to boost your energy, focus, and overall wellness, head to:  https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and grab these deals before they’re gone.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Ashleigh:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleigh.conwell/ and https://www.instagram.com/yellow.falcon/Website: https://www.yellowfalcon.com.au/links

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• Episode 44: From Psychology to Kinesiology - Hayley Mason on School Pressure, Burnout & Redefining Success in Your 20s

  In this heartfelt conversation, Belinda sits down with Hayley Mason, a 25-year-old Neuro-Linguistic Kinesiologist, Reiki Practitioner, Psychology graduate, and Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitator whose wisdom far exceeds her years.Hayley shares her journey from being a high-achieving student chasing grades and external validation to experiencing burnout from the pressure she put on herself. Through her father’s accident and her mother’s cancer diagnosis, she learned the importance of slowing down, listening to her body, and defining success on her own terms.In this episode, we explore:How pressure to achieve and perfectionism shape self-worthThe link between stress, trauma, and physical symptomsWhy social media can affect your mental and emotional wellbeingRedefining success and living in alignment with your valuesWhether you’re a student about to graduate, in your 20s, or a parent wanting to better understand your child’s world, this conversation offers compassion, insight, and hope.Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals are running their biggest sale of the year – 25% to 50% off the whole range, plus a free gift and free shipping on orders over $160. The sale runs from the 12th to the 28th of November 2025. If protein, functional mushrooms, tonic herbs, or superfoods are things you’ve been wanting to add into your daily life to boost your energy, focus, and overall wellness, head to:  https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and grab these deals before they’re gone.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Hayley:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasidesoul_healing/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17XFqFScAE/?mibextid=wwXIfrHeal.ed Tribe Website:  https://healedtribe.org.au/

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• Episode 43: From Stage 4 Lung Cancer to Remission & Renewal  with Acupuncturist Dr. Robin Tim So

  In this episode, Belinda sits down with someone who’s played a huge role in her life and her family’s healing journey, Dr. Robin Tim So.Robin is a registered acupuncturist with over 44 years in practice, known for the way he sees and understands the body far beyond symptoms. He’s also an Integrative Cancer Coach, guiding others through their own healing after walking that path himself.In 2020, Robin was diagnosed with Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer, a terminal diagnosis that changed everything. Yet today, he’s in remission.In this powerful conversation, they explore:What it really means to see the body as energy and vibrationHow cancer became his life sentence, not a death sentenceThe moment he energetically affirmed, “I made the choice to stay”Why true healing is about remembering who we are beneath the story of illnessHow healing the fear of death teaches us how to truly liveHow Belinda’s son’s recovery after a serious motorbike accident reaffirmed her and Robin’s shared belief that the body can heal itselfRobin shares that when we “heal the fear of death, we really learn to live,” and reminds us that “Love cancer, it’s just another condition, another word.”His story is a reminder that the body isn’t broken, it’s wise, and that “healing comes with open feeling.”Podcast Sponsor:Evolution Botanicals: real, natural support for your health. From functional mushrooms for focus, energy and immunity, to traditional herbs that nourish and  support your nervous system.  Visit: https://evolutionbotanicals.com.au/ and add BTS10 for 10% off your first order.Connect with Belinda:Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au(sign up to her Newsletter to receive updates on retreats, podcast episodes, and insights to help you heal, grow & thrive).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.andersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonauConnect with Robin:Website: https://acupuncturewisdomonline.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AncientChineseWisdomRobinJonTimSo/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robintimso/

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