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The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 042: Millennial Menopause Revolution: What Women in Their 30s Need to Know About Perimenopause NowMenopause isn't just your mother's journey anymore. Today's conversation with Lauren Tenenbaum, author of the upcoming book "Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period," challenges everything you thought you knew about this life transition.Did you know perimenopause symptoms can start in your 30s? Despite being well-read and passionate about women's health, Lauren found herself at 39 realizing she knew nothing about the next phase of her reproductive and mental health journey. This knowledge gap drove her to create what she describes as "the compassionate guide that every woman in her 30s and 40s needs"...2025-06-1927 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 041: Mental Health in MenopauseHow do hormonal changes during menopause affect your mental health? This question has remained largely unaddressed in conventional healthcare, leaving countless women struggling to understand why they suddenly feel like strangers in their own minds and bodies.Psychotherapist Kim Crispeno joins us to shed light on this critical intersection. As co-founder of the Aftermath Agency, Kim's approach to mental health during menopause emerged from her own personal journey and professional expertise. She explains how hormonal fluctuations directly impact brain function, triggering everything from brain fog and memory issues to anxiety, depression, and irritability that can strain relationships...2025-05-1643 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 040: You Are Already Good: Reframing Body Image in MenopauseWhat if the journey through menopause offered not just physical challenges, but a profound opportunity to heal your relationship with your body? In this illuminating conversation with Trisha Wilkerson, certified health and nutrition coach and trauma-sensitive yoga teacher, we explore how midlife becomes a crucial crossroads in women's relationships with themselves.Trisha shares her personal evolution from disordered eating to becoming a compassionate guide for women struggling with food and body image. She reveals the patterns she's observed in women's relationships with their bodies - particularly the strong inner critic that judges, compares, and denies pleasure. This...2025-05-0736 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 039: Women in Work: Empowering Female Leaders Beyond ReproductionMelissa Ashley, founder of Women in Work US and the Menopause Mandate, joins us for a compelling conversation about workplace support through every stage of women's lives, especially menopause.She shares her journey of recognizing that while companies focus on reproductive health, they often neglect supporting women through menopause, despite this demographic making up approximately 20% of the US workforce. "There's not a lot that's really targeted to C-suite executives in the HR and benefits area that talks about the how," Melissa explains, highlighting the gap her organization fills through impactful events and resources.We explore...2025-04-2530 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 038: GLP-1s: Myths, Truths, and MenopauseWeight gain during menopause frustrates countless women—but what if there was a science-backed solution that addressed the underlying hormonal shifts? Michelle Cardel, Chief Nutrition Officer at Weight Watchers, takes us on an eye-opening journey through the world of GLP-1 medications, debunking myths and revealing surprising truths along the way.Originally developed for diabetes management, these medications have revolutionized weight management by targeting the biological drivers of hunger. "They mimic a natural hormone that helps regulate blood sugar, reduces appetite, and slows gastric emptying," explains Cardel. The result? A remarkable reduction in what researchers call "food noise"—that...2025-03-2632 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 037: HotPause Health is creating the "Baby Center" of menopauseThe modern menopause experience doesn't have to be shrouded in confusion, isolation, and suffering. Melissa Oliveira and Stacey Ulacia co-founders of HotPause Health, are on a mission to transform how women navigate this significant life transition by creating what they call "the Baby Center of menopause.” Born from their own frustrating perimenopause journeys during the pandemic, HotPause Health launched in August 2024 to fill a critical gap in women's healthcare. They identified that while pregnancy comes with 40 weeks of guidance and support, women experiencing perimenopause and menopause often struggle alone for years, battling symptoms they don't understand and facing healthcare prov...2025-03-1833 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 037: HotPause Health is creating the Baby Center of menopauseThe modern menopause experience doesn't have to be shrouded in confusion, isolation, and suffering. Melissa Oliveira and Stacey Uleisha, co-founders of HotPause Health, are on a mission to transform how women navigate this significant life transition by creating what they call "the Baby Center of menopause.” Born from their own frustrating perimenopause journeys during the pandemic, HotPause Health launched in August 2024 to fill a critical gap in women's healthcare. They identified that while pregnancy comes with 40 weeks of guidance and support, women experiencing perimenopause and menopause often struggle alone for years, battling symptoms they don't understand and facing healthcare pro...2025-03-1733 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 036: Navigating Menopause in the WorkplaceMenopause is not just a personal journey for women; it profoundly shapes their professional lives too. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mache, a distinguished expert in women's health, as he uncovers the transformational effects of menopause in the workplace. We delve into how menopause can affect productivity and organizational dynamics, with statistics revealing that nearly 10% of women may leave their jobs due to its symptoms.Dr. Mache emphasizes that menopause starts earlier than most realize and that the associated challenges can significantly hinder career advancement for many women. He discusses how a lack of...2025-02-2742 min
The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for MidlifeEpisode 035: Legal Advances Reshaping Women's Workplace RightsThis episode centers on workplace advocacy for women's health rights, particularly around pregnancy and menopause. Legal experts Jack Tuckner and Catherine Crider discuss recent legislative changes and the importance of creating supportive environments for women experiencing these life stages.• Discussion on the history of pregnancy discrimination law • Overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act • Introduction to the Menopause Workers Fairness Act • Importance of workplace culture and communication • Real-life implications of menopausal symptoms • Strategies for women to advocate for their rights • The role of employers in creating inclusive policies • Call for awareness and ad...2025-01-1550 min