Episode 34 – What causes IA flares?
Debbie and Katy explore what really triggers a flare, from stress and lack of sleep to hormones and life’s big moments and share how they cope when symptoms strike.
Episode 32 – Do changing seasons affect IA?
Debbie and Katy chat about coping with the darker, colder months, from aching joints and low motivation to finding comfort in cozy routines. Tune in for practical tips, warmth hacks, and a reminder that doing something (or even just resting) is perfectly okay.
Episode 31 – Can strength training help IA?
Physiotherapist and strength coach Matt Brown joins Debbie and Katy to explore how strength training can safely support people living with inflammatory arthritis. Discover practical tips, reassurance from research, and ways to build confidence through movement, even on flare days
Episode 30 – IA: Treatment, pain & daily life
This week, we answer listener questions about living with inflammatory arthritis, from managing pain and treatment to body confidence, daily tools, and hope for the future.
Episode 29 – Can you drink alcohol with IA?
This week, we’re talking honestly about alcohol and life with inflammatory arthritis, from social pressures and flare days to parenting conversations and finding balance.
Episode 28 – How painful is IA?
Debbie and Katy share the raw reality of living with constant pain and how they fight back with grit, humour, and resilience.
Episode 27 – Living with rheumatoid arthritis
Debbie and Katy chat with Sarah Yorke about her journey with rheumatoid arthritis, from denial and diagnosis to finding ways to manage and thrive.
Episode 26 – Is sitting bad for our health?
Debbie and Katy explore whether sitting is bad for our health, sharing practical tips, school and work support, and the latest updates on JIA and vaccines.
Episode 25 – Life’s a beach
In this bonus summer episode, Debbie and Katy catch up while Debbie holidays in Crete, sharing the realities of travelling with inflammatory arthritis. They discuss managing illness in the heat, sun sensitivity, and the importance of self-compassion when things don’t go to plan.
Episode 24 – Intermission
In this episode, Debbie and Katy talk about how the heat and changing weather can really take a toll when you’re living with inflammatory arthritis. From flare-ups to fatigue, it’s not just physical it affects your mental health too. They also cover listener feedback, and why hearing from people who truly understand makes all the difference.
