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Episode 162: How Do You Ask Someone to Donate a Kidney? A Guide to Living Kidney Donation Conversations
Jun 22, 2026
31m 27s
Episode 161: From Palliative Care to Purpose: Rebecca’s Journey Through Kidney Failure, Dialysis & Transplant Loss
Jun 8, 2026
46m 37s
Episode 160: From Childhood Kidney Disease To Three Transplants | Johanna’s Kidney Warrior Story
May 25, 2026
1h 04m 13s
Episode 159: She Donated Her Kidney to Save Her Sister | Lynsey’s Living Donor Story
May 11, 2026
54m 16s
Episode 158: Stage 5 Kidney Failure Without Warning: Carla’s Dialysis to Transplant Journey
Apr 27, 2026
47m 22s
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() Episode 162: How Do You Ask Someone to Donate a Kidney? A Guide to Living Kidney Donation Conversations | How do you ask someone to donate a kidney? For many people living with kidney failure, this can be one of the most difficult and emotional conversations they will ever face. Fear of rejection, concerns about damaging relationships, feelings of guilt and uncertainty about where to begin can prevent people from exploring living kidney donation as an option. In this episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore is joined by Jen Lumsdaine, Lead Nurse for Living Donation. Jen previously worked as a Living Donor Transplant Coordinator in Edinburgh, completed a PhD examining the quality-of-life impact of living kidney donation for donors and recipients, and has worked to improve equitable access to living donor transplantation across Scotland. Together they discuss: 💚 How to prepare emotionally before talking about living kidney donation 💚 Whether you should ask directly or raise awareness more generally 💚 How to keep the conversation open without putting pressure on others 💚 What to do if someone says no 💚 How to protect important relationships during the transplant journey 💚 Common misconceptions about living kidney donation 💚 Why every potential donor undergoes an independent assessment process 💚 The support available for donors and recipients 💚 Where to find trusted information and resources Whether you’re waiting for a kidney transplant, supporting a loved one, considering becoming a living donor or simply want to learn more, this episode offers compassionate, practical guidance from one of the UK’s leading experts in living donation. A special thank you to Jen and NHS Blood and Transplant for helping to make this episode possible. 🎧 Listen now and share with someone who may benefit from this important conversation. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸 Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📘 Facebook: Diary of a Kidney Warrior 🐦 Twitter: @diaryofakidneywarrior 🎵 TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow the Podcast on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Become a living donor - NHS Organ Donation https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/become-a-living-donor/ Kidney Care UK 💻 Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org 📧 info@kidneycareuk.org 📞Tel: 01420 541 424 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org 📷Instagram: @kidneycareuk 🔵Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A 📩 To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org For more information about GOLD (Gift of Living Donation) Website: www.giftoflivingdonation.co.uk Instagram: @giftoflivingdonation Twitter: @delaidowu Email: info@giftoflivingdonation.co.uk Robert Dangoor Partnership | Give a Kidney | Kidney Donation | Live Kidney Donor https://www.giveakidney.org/considering-donation/how-do-i-donate/robert-dangoor-partnership/ Donate A Kidney | Kidney Donation UK | Make Your Mark https://www.donateakidney.co.uk/ Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. #DiaryOfAKidneyWarriorPodcast #KidneyTransplant #LivingKidneyDonation #KidneyFailure #KidneyDisease #CKD #OrganD | 31m 27s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | ![]() Episode 161: From Palliative Care to Purpose: Rebecca’s Journey Through Kidney Failure, Dialysis & Transplant Loss✨ | kidney failuredialysis+5 | Rebecca Griffiths | — | — | kidney diseasedialysis+5 | — | 46m 37s | |
| 5/25/26 | ![]() Episode 160: From Childhood Kidney Disease To Three Transplants | Johanna’s Kidney Warrior Story✨ | kidney diseasetransplant+4 | Johanna | Chronic Kidney Disease | — | kidney diseasetransplant loss+6 | — | 1h 04m 13s | |
| 5/11/26 | ![]() Episode 159: She Donated Her Kidney to Save Her Sister | Lynsey’s Living Donor Story✨ | living kidney donationfamily dynamics+4 | Lynsey | — | — | kidney donationliving donor+5 | — | 54m 16s | |
| 4/27/26 | ![]() Episode 158: Stage 5 Kidney Failure Without Warning: Carla’s Dialysis to Transplant Journey✨ | stage 5 kidney failuredialysis treatment+4 | Carla | Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast | — | kidney diseasekidney failure+7 | — | 47m 22s | |
| 4/13/26 | ![]() Episode 157: From Emergency Dialysis to Marathon Finish Line: Cam’s Kidney Warrior Story✨ | kidney diseasedialysis+4 | Cam | — | — | kidney diseaseemergency dialysis+7 | — | 1h 04m 33s | |
| 3/30/26 | ![]() Episode 156: Diagnosed with PKD at 10 | Living with Hereditary Kidney Disease (CKD Story)✨ | polycystic kidney diseasehereditary kidney disease+4 | Natasja | InstagramFacebook+3 | — | PKDchronic kidney disease+6 | — | 51m 56s | |
| 3/25/26 | ![]() A Personal Update: My GLP-1 Journey & How to Stay Connected✨ | personal updateGLP-1+3 | — | Diary of a Kidney WarriorYouTube+8 | — | kidney diseaseGLP-1 medications+3 | — | 0m 52s | |
| 3/16/26 | ![]() Episode 155: GLP-1, Weight Loss & Kidney Transplant Eligibility | Beyond The Scale (Part 2)✨ | GLP-1 medicationsweight loss+4 | Dr Adrian Brown | NIHRNutrition and Dietetics | — | GLP-1 receptor agonistsweight loss treatments+4 | — | 38m 04s | |
| 3/2/26 | ![]() Episode 154: BMI, Dialysis & Kidney Transplant Eligibility | Beyond The Scale (Part 1)✨ | BMIDialysis+4 | Dr Adrian Brown | NIHRNutrition and Dietetics+1 | — | BMIkidney transplant+5 | — | 49m 18s | |
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| 2/16/26 | ![]() Episode 153: Living with ADPKD A Polycystic Kidney Disease Story✨ | Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Diseasegenetic kidney disease+4 | Jamie | Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast | Texas | ADPKDkidney disease+6 | — | 47m 15s | |
| 2/2/26 | ![]() Episode 152: Navigating Sickle Cell, Dialysis & CKD | Hakeem's Kidney Warrior Story✨ | sickle cell diseasechronic kidney disease+4 | Hakeem | Diary of a Kidney Warrior PodcastInstagram | — | kidney diseasesickle cell+5 | — | 35m 28s | |
| 1/19/26 | ![]() Episode 151: New Year, New You: Why Gut Health Matters for Kidney Patients | New Year, New You: Why Gut Health Matters for Kidney Patients What does New Year, New You look like when you’re living with kidney disease? In this episode, we explore gut health and why it matters for kidney patients, including the relationship between the gut microbiome and chronic kidney disease (CKD), inflammation, diet and wellbeing. Kidney dietitian Tadala shares practical and realistic ideas for Kidney Warriors in 2026, covering: • gut health & kidney health • the gut microbiome • dietary restrictions in kidney disease • probiotics & prebiotics • plant diversity & fibre • slowing the progression of CKD • kidney-friendly nutrition • realistic lifestyle changes • supporting health in the new year If you have ever wondered what can I eat with kidney disease?, does gut health matter for CKD?, or what practical steps can Kidney Warriors take?, this episode will support you. This conversation focuses on education, empowerment and choice for people living with kidney disease, without pressure or perfection. Next episode: A powerful Kidney Warrior story — resilience, hope and choosing to live beyond a diagnosis. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Tadala LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tadala-kolawole-3470381ba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. Keywords: kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, CKD, kidney health, renal health, kidney patients, kidney warrior, gut health, gut microbiome, probiotics, prebiotics, fibre, kidney diet, renal diet, kidney-friendly nutrition, slowing progression, chronic illness, new year new you, kidney dietitian, kidney care, kidney wellness | 30m 45s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | ![]() Episode 150: Kidney Health Highlights 2025 | Real Voices on CKD, Dialysis, Transplant & Hope | Choice. Knowledge. Resilience. Hope. As we step into 2026, this special highlights episode brings together some of the most powerful, informative, and encouraging moments from Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast in 2025. This episode is designed to empower, inform, and uplift — whether you’re living with kidney disease, supporting someone who is, or working within kidney care. Across seven carefully curated themes, you’ll hear: Why choice, voice, and autonomy matter in kidney care What it really means to live with chronic kidney disease over the long term How people maintain identity, resilience, and purpose alongside illness Clear, accessible explanations from experts on dialysis, transplantation, and patient rights Honest conversations about food, culture, and everyday kidney-friendly choices Why women’s health and menopause must be better understood and listened to in kidney care Messages of hope, gratitude, and encouragement from people who truly understand the journey These are real voices. Real experiences. Real expertise. Shared to remind you that you are not alone and that knowledge truly is power. 🎥 Prefer to watch? The audio + visual version of this episode is available on YouTube. If this episode resonates with you, please: Share it with someone who might need it Follow or subscribe to the podcast Leave a review to help others find these conversations Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. #DiaryOfAKidneyWarriorPodcast #KidneyDisease #ChronicKidneyDisease #CKD #KidneyHealth #Dialysis #KidneyTransplant #PatientVoice #HealthEquity #LivingWithCKD #KidneyWarrior #HealthPodcast | 29m 01s | ||||||
| 12/25/25 | ![]() A Very Kidney Warrior Christmas: Heartfelt Messages of Hope, Encouragement & Gratitude (Christmas Bonus Episode) 💚 | Welcome to a special Christmas Day bonus episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, created in partnership with Kidney Care UK. In this episode, Dee is joined by returning guest Moe (Episode 144) to share heartfelt messages sent in by listeners, kidney patients, past guests, and Kidney Care UK staff. These messages are filled with hope, encouragement, gratitude, and resilience — for anyone living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), on dialysis, waiting for a kidney transplant, or supporting a loved one through kidney failure. You’ll hear reflections on: • coping with dialysis and protecting mental health • waiting for “the call” for transplant and living with uncertainty • the life-changing gift of kidney transplantation • honouring living donors and deceased donors’ families • finding strength through community and shared stories 🎥 Important: The full audio + video version of this episode is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hUHpVpz3rFY ✅ If this episode helps you: • Follow/Subscribe to the podcast • Leave a review (Apple/Spotify) to help more kidney warriors find support • Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement • Consider talking with your loved ones about organ donation and your donation decision Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Moe Instagram @MrCoolBeans2889 TikTok @MrCoolBeans Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. #Christmas #DiaryOfAKidneyWarriorPodcast #KidneyCareUK #KidneyWarrior #CKD #ChronicKidneyDisease #Dialysis #KidneyTransplant #OrganDonation #RenalHealth #TransplantJourney #ChronicIllness #PatientSupport #Hope #Encouragement #Gratitude #ChristmasPodcast | 39m 28s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | ![]() Trailer: A Very Kidney Warrior Christmas. Your Messages Needed | This Christmas Day, Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is releasing a very special bonus episode — and you’re invited to be part of it. “A Very Kidney Warrior Christmas: Heartfelt Messages of Hope, Encouragement, and Gratitude” In this short trailer, Dee shares details of the upcoming Christmas Day episode, where she and co-host Moe will be reading out messages sent in by the kidney community. These messages will come from podcast listeners, past guests, and Kidney Care UK staff, all offering words of hope, encouragement, and gratitude to support kidney patients during the festive season. If you’re living with kidney disease, supporting someone who is, or simply want to send a message of kindness to another Kidney Warrior, we would love to hear from you. 📅 Important deadline: Messages must be submitted by Tuesday 23rd December — yes, it’s a short deadline, but even a few words can make a big difference. 🎤 How to take part: Submit your message using the link below: 👉🏽👉 https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/10w58 Whether it’s a message of hope, encouragement, gratitude, or simply letting someone know they’re not alone, your words could bring comfort to someone listening on Christmas Day. Join us in coming together as a community and sharing warmth, compassion, and support this Christmas. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org #DiaryOfAKidneyWarriorPodcast #KidneyWarrior #KidneyDisease #ChronicIllness #ChronicIllnessSupport #KidneySupport #KidneyCommunity #DialysisLife #TransplantLife #RenalHealth #LivingWithKidneyDisease #ChristmasWithChronicIllness #ChristmasSupport #HopeAndEncouragement #Gratitude #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalWellbeing #YouAreNotAlone #KidneyCareUK #PodcastCommunity | 1m 32s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | ![]() Episode 149: Managing Christmas with Kidney Disease: Emotional Wellness, Hope & Gratitude | Christmas can be beautiful… and heavy—especially when you’re living with kidney disease. In this special seasonal episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (in partnership with Kidney Care UK), host Dee Moore is joined by two renal counsellors, Sarah and Paula, to talk honestly about the emotional realities of the holiday season and how kidney patients (and loved ones) can navigate it with more calm, support, and hope. Together, we explore why Christmas can bring a mix of emotions—from joy and community to grief, exhaustion, overwhelm, and pressure—especially when you’re balancing dialysis, medication side effects, fatigue, and changing family expectations. In this episode, you’ll hear: ✅ Why Christmas can feel emotionally challenging (and also uplifting) with chronic illness ✅ A powerful way to think about kidney disease during the holidays: the “uninvited guest” analogy ✅ How hope helps you keep going—and what to do when you can’t generate hope yourself ✅ The mental health benefits of gratitude, including simple “top and tail” daily practices ✅ Practical coping strategies: cutting the “Christmas fluff,” planning ahead, protecting your energy, and taking 5-minute self-care resets ✅ Permission to do Christmas your way (yes—even if you hate turkey!) If this season feels hard, please remember: you’re not alone. You don’t have to carry everything by yourself. Be gentle with your body, be kind to your mind, and take things one moment at a time. 🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who may need support this Christmas. 📺 Prefer to watch? The full audio + video version is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0m2FLqlZvQc If this episode helped you, please follow/subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend—it really helps more kidney patients/warriors find the podcast. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. #KidneyDisease #ChronicIllness #Dialysis #KidneyWarrior #KidneyCareUK #Renal #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #ChristmasWithChronicIllness #HolidayStress #Hope #Gratitude #Resilience #SelfCare #ChronicIllnessSupport #CKD #LivingWithKidneyDisease #PatientSupport #HealthPodcast #Podcast | 29m 29s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | ![]() Episode 148: Menopause & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): A Listener-Led Q&A With Dr Vikram Talaulikar | What happens when menopause meets chronic kidney disease? How do you know if it’s your hormones, your kidneys or your medication talking? And what options are actually on the table if you’re living with CKD, on dialysis or post-transplant? In this special listener-led edition of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (in partnership with Kidney Care UK), host Dee Moore is joined again by menopause specialist Dr Vikram to answer questions sent directly from the Kidney Warrior community. Together they unpack real-life concerns about: •Navigating menopause symptoms alongside CKD, dialysis or transplant •When HRT may or may not be suitable if you have kidney or liver disease •Non-hormonal options for hot flushes, night sweats, mood and sleep •Period changes on haemodialysis and after transplant •Bone health, osteoporosis risk and steroids •Fibroids, endometriosis, early menopause and hysterectomy in the context of CKD •How to advocate for yourself with your GP, renal team and menopause services You’ll also hear a powerful call from Dr Vikram for better research that truly includes women with CKD, especially those from ethnic minority backgrounds – and why your story and participation matter. 🔔 Please note: This episode is for education and information only and does not replace medical advice. Always speak to your GP, renal team or menopause specialist about your own situation. 🎥 Watch the visual version on YouTube This episode is also available as a filmed visual and audio conversation on YouTube. Search “Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast Episode 148” on YouTube to watch. 🎧 Continue the conversation For the first part of this topic, listen to Episode 142 – “Breaking the Silence: Menopause and CKD.” 👉🏽👉 If this episode helps you: •Share it with another Kidney Warrior, family member or support group •Follow/subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode •Leave a review to help more people living with CKD find this conversation •Send in your questions for future listener-led episodes – your voice shapes this podcast Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Dr. Vikram Talaulikar 🐦Twitter (X) @VikramSinai 👨🏽⚕️Linked in - Vikram Sinai Talaulikar 📸Instagram:- menopausecliniclondon, vikramsinaitalaulikar 📘Facebook: Menopause Clinic London Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything | 36m 43s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Trailer: Menopause & Chronic Kidney Disease. Your Questions Answered. | A special filmed edition of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is coming on Monday 1st December! In this listener-led conversation, menopause specialist Dr Vikram returns to answer the questions sent in by the Kidney Warrior community about menopause and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This new edition continues the important discussion from Episode 142: Breaking the Silence: Menopause and CKD. 👉🏽👉 If you haven’t listened to Episode 142 yet, we recommend starting there to get the full context before this new episode arrives. Available on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and more! Stay tuned — you won’t want to miss it! Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org | 0m 51s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | ![]() Episode 147: Louise & Katie the Kidney: A Journey of Hope and Healing | In this powerful episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee sits down with Louise, a kidney warrior whose journey with IgA nephropathy spans over 30 years – from diagnosis in her early 20s, to pregnancy complications and heartbreaking baby loss, to finally receiving her life-changing kidney transplant, lovingly named “Katie the Kidney.” Louise shares how her kidney disease was first discovered during pregnancy, the devastating loss of her son, and how for decades she coped by “putting everything in a box” and carrying on with life. She talks about living abroad with only 22% kidney function, unknowingly walking 20K with undiagnosed angina, and why kidney disease can be such a silent condition. In an emotional and hope-filled conversation, Louise describes the moment she received “the call” for transplant, watching her donor kidney arrive in a cooler from Edinburgh, and being wheeled to theatre with Katie the Kidney on the end of her bed. She also opens up about the emotional healing that came with kidney failure – exploring trapped emotions, trauma, faith, and learning to truly take responsibility for her health and wellbeing. If you’re newly diagnosed, living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), resisting the idea of dialysis or transplant, or struggling emotionally with your diagnosis, this episode will give you hope, validation and practical encouragement. In this episode, we discuss: •Louise’s first signs of kidney disease and IgA nephropathy diagnosis •Pregnancy, kidney disease and the loss of her baby son •Living 30+ years with CKD and feeling “fine” at 22% kidney function •Discovering angina during transplant workup •Getting the call and meeting “Katie the Kidney” •How transplant changed her energy, skin, and brain fog •The emotional side of kidney disease: grief, trauma, “putting it in a box” •Why acknowledging your diagnosis and caring for your mental health is essential •Louise’s advice for anyone newly diagnosed or scared of dialysis / transplant You are not alone. Kidney disease is not the end – it’s part of your story, not your identity. 💚 Connect with Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast: •Follow, rate and review on your favourite podcast app •Share this episode with a fellow kidney warrior •Tag us on social media and let us know your biggest takeaway 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r 💬 Connect with Louise: Facebook: facebook.com/shinewithlou Instagram: @iamlouisefletcher TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlouisefletcher?_r=1&_t=ZN-91TqTzwku9u Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflec | 47m 25s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | ![]() Episode 146: Five Dry Runs, One Lifesaving call: Tony's Transplant Triumph | In this powerful Kidney Warrior Story, host Dee sits down with Tony to unpack a decade-spanning journey through chronic kidney disease (CKD)—from a shock Stage 4 diagnosis of IgA Nephropathy (IgAN) to Stage 5 kidney failure, peritoneal dialysis (PD) with brutal drain pain, a transition to haemodialysis (HD), line infection and coma, the courage to self-needle with a fistula, and ultimately the life-changing gift of a kidney transplant. Tony shares the practical and emotional realities few hear about: choosing PD vs HD, APD (overnight machine) vs manual gravity bags, buttonhole vs rope-ladder needling, home haemodialysis training, fluid management, and rebuilding confidence after hospital trauma. He explains how movement and sport (from 5K Parkruns to half marathons) helped his mental health on dialysis—and how he kept going after FIVE “dry-run” transplant calls before finally receiving his match. Post-transplant, Tony competed at the Transplant Games (bronze in cycling!), then faced a sudden cycling accident with a broken talus—and still came back stronger with kidney function over 90%. Tony’s message? You’re not alone. With support, information, and small, consistent steps, more is possible than you think. WHAT YOU’LL HEAR • Early signs missed: high blood pressure and “white coat” assumptions • Stage 4 to Stage 5 CKD: understanding IgA Nephropathy and next steps • Peritoneal Dialysis (PD): APD vs gravity bags, real talk on drain pain • Haemodialysis (HD): line infection → coma, then fistula and self-needling • Buttonhole vs rope-ladder: how Tony overcame needle phobia • Home HD routine + exercising safely on dialysis (5K to half marathons) • Five transplant calls that didn’t happen—coping tools that helped • The call that changed everything: consent, surgery, waking the kidney • Transplant Games success—and recovery after a serious cycling crash • Mental health: therapy, peer groups, and why talking saves lives • Practical tips: fluid limits, pacing activity, and building back slowly • Community resources: Kidney Care UK, young adult kidney groups KEY TAKEAWAYS • Movement is medicine—start with what you can manage (even 100 metres). • Your effort matters—even when decline happens, you may be delaying harm. • Build your circle: family, peers, clinicians, therapists, Kidney Care UK. • Advocacy counts: read clinic posters, join groups, ask questions. • Mindset + support = progress. Small daily actions add up. If you’re newly diagnosed or supporting someone with CKD, browse our back catalogue for in-depth episodes on PD, HD, transplant prep, and mental health. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r FOLLOW TONY The Iron Kidney 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironkidney.lifeaftertransplant?igsh=MTVwOXBwb3lnbDNhMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr 📘Facebook: 🎵TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.iron.kidney?_t=ZN-8yFOIFBpWOE&_r=1 SUPPORT & RESOURCES Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the | 50m 19s | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | ![]() Episode 145: Healthy Heritage Series: African Foods & Kidney Health (Part 1) | African food is filled with memory, flavour, culture and community — and Kidney Warriors deserve to enjoy the dishes they love with confidence. In this Black History Month special, brought to you in partnership with Kidney Care UK, Dee is joined by renal dietitians Timi and Tadala, contributors to the Kidney Kitchen African & Caribbean Recipes magazine. Together, they share practical tips for adapting traditional African meals for kidney health, including reducing potassium, salt and phosphate, choosing herbs and spices wisely, and preparing dishes such as Jollof rice, greens and cornmeal without losing cultural identity or flavour. Whether you are living with CKD, on dialysis, post-transplant, or supporting a loved one, this episode will empower you to enjoy heritage foods with knowledge and balance. 🎥 Want the FULL Experience? Watch the Cooking Demonstration on YouTube! https://youtu.be/S3AjQx_ES8k Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior 📌 All socials: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, BlueSky 👉🏽👉 https://linktr.ee/diaryofakidneywarrior 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Get your print copy of the Kidney Kitchen African & Caribbean Recipe Book (UK only): https://kidneycareuk.org/get-support/healthy-diet-support/kidney-kitchen/order-kidney-kitchen-magazines/ Or browse and read the online version here: https://kidneycareuk.org/get-support/healthy-diet-support/kidney-kitchen-magazines/kidney-kitchen-african-caribbean-recipes/ 🧡 About Kidney Care UK Kidney Care UK is the UK’s leading kidney patient support charity, providing trusted information, advocacy and practical help for people affected by kidney disease. 🌐 https://www.kidneycareuk.org/ Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine (UK only) Email: info@kidneycareuk.org ⚠️ Disclaimer Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. If you found this episode helpful, please follow, rate, comment and share to support more Kidney Warriors & Friends. #diaryofakidneywarriopodcast | 19m 04s | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | ![]() Episode 144: Black History Month Special: Moe’s Journey of Strength and Hope | This Black History Month, Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast shares an inspiring story of strength, resilience, and hope. When what began as a routine illness led to a life-changing diagnosis, Moe’s world was turned upside down. In this powerful episode, he opens up about his journey through chronic kidney disease, the sudden medical crisis that tested his limits, and the discovery that changed everything. Moe’s experience shines a light on the realities of living with CKD — from malignant hypertension and often-overlooked symptoms to the mental and emotional toll of navigating serious illness. He also shares the importance of self-advocacy, support networks, and the hope found through the gift of living kidney donation. This Black History Month special is both moving and educational — a reminder to know your numbers, check your blood pressure, and never ignore the signs your body is sending. Listen, comment, and share to raise awareness and inspire others on their own kidney health journey. 💚 #diaryofakidneywarriopodcast Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Mo Instagram @MrCoolBeans2889 TikTok @MrCoolBeans Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. | 50m 37s | ||||||
| 9/22/25 | ![]() Episode 143: Organ Donation Week: Why Your Choice Matters (UK) | This powerful episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast reunites host Dee with Lucy, a Specialist Nurse in Organ Donation (SNOD), for a frank, myth-busting conversation about deceased organ donation in the UK. Four years after their first chat, Lucy returns to unpack what’s changed since England moved to an opt-out system (May 2020), why families still have the final say, and how your conversation today can save lives tomorrow. Dee & Lucy explore the realities behind Organ Donation Week, clarify the law and clinical safeguards (brain stem death and circulatory death), confront common misconceptions (like “doctors won’t try to save me” or “they weren’t really dead”), and spotlight the human impact—for grieving families and transplant recipients alike. You’ll also hear practical, compassionate ways to start the donation conversation at home, how to nominate a key representative on the NHS Organ Donor Register, and why every single “yes” matters when only ~1% of deaths happen in circumstances suitable for organ donation—amid 8,000+ people waiting and only ~1,400 donors last year. In this episode, you’ll learn: •What the opt-out law really means (and doesn’t): when it applies, why family consent is still required, and how to record an explicit opt-in. •How death is confirmed in the UK: independent teams, strict tests, and legal definitions (brain stem death & circulatory death). •The role of your family: why registered + discussed decisions lead to consent ~98% of the time—and how to make your wishes crystal clear. •Practical scripts & starters for talking about donation (from TV moments to family gatherings) and why even a short note/letter can help. •Benefits for families: meaning, comfort, and legacy during grief—plus how follow-up info (anonymised) can support healing. •Benefits for recipients: life-changing freedom from organ failure and dialysis—alongside a realistic look at immunosuppression. •Equity matters: why people from Black and Asian communities often wait longer, and how community champions and faith leaders can move the needle. •Suitability myths busted: age, past illness, blood-donation rules ≠ organ-donation rules—register and let clinicians assess. •Action steps for Organ Donation Week: register, nominate a key representative, talk to your loved ones, and share your decision. Resources & next steps •NHS Organ Donation: www.organdonation.nhs.uk — learn the facts, read about faith & beliefs, register your decision, and nominate a representative via the site or NHS App. •Share your wishes today: tell your partner, parents, siblings, or closest friend exactly what you want—and ask them to support that decision. If you’d accept an organ for yourself or someone you love, say “yes” to giving, too. Your voice could be the one that turns a tragedy into many tomorrows. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email | 47m 08s | ||||||
| 9/8/25 | ![]() Episode 142: Menopause and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Breaking the Silence: | In Episode 142 of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore sits down with Dr. Vikram Talaulikar—menopause specialist and Associate Professor in Women’s Health—to demystify menopause for people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD). If you’ve ever wondered whether changing periods, brain fog, poor sleep, hot flushes, joint aches or low mood are “just stress,” menopause, or CKD—this conversation is for you. We explore the menopause transition (perimenopause → menopause → postmenopause), how symptoms can overlap with CKD, and what practical steps you can take right now. You’ll hear about: •Perimenopause vs. menopause—what’s normal, what to track, and why one blood test often doesn’t tell the full story. •Lifestyle strategies that genuinely help (sleep hygiene, movement, nutrition, supplements to discuss with your team). •Non-hormonal options (including CBT and certain medications) and when they may be considered. •HRT in CKD—safer formulations, delivery routes, and the “lowest effective dose” principle to discuss with your clinicians. •Bone and heart health during and after the transition—and what to raise at your next appointment. •Why timely support matters and how to build a joined-up plan with your GP, kidney team, or menopause specialist. This episode is compassionate, practical, and designed to help you advocate for yourself. We’re also preparing a listener-led Q&A with Dr. Talaulikar—send us your questions! Submission details are in the show notes. Perfect for: Women with CKD (or their supporters) navigating menopause, perimenopause, postmenopause; anyone curious about evidence-based options—including HRT—in the context of kidney health. Follow & Subscribe: If this helped you, follow the show, leave a review, and share with a fellow Kidney Warrior. Your support helps more people find life-changing information. Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Dr. Vikram Talaulikar 🐦Twitter (X) @VikramSinai 👨🏽⚕️Linked in - Vikram Sinai Talaulikar 📸Instagram:- menopausecliniclondon, vikramsinaitalaulikar 📘Facebook: Menopause Clinic London Kidney Care UK • Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org • Email: info@kidneycareuk.org • Tel: 01420 541 424 • Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org • Instagram: @kidneycareuk • Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything. | 52m 07s | ||||||
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