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Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally84 | Sleep Your Way to Weight Loss in Perimenopause: My Go-To Supplements (Part 2)Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
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Taking your sleep supplement right before bed might actually be the problem.
Wait—what?
If you’ve ever popped magnesium at 9pm, only to find yourself wide awake, replaying an awkward conversation you had in 2004—there’s a reason for that.
...2025-07-2920 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally83 | Is Poor Sleep Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause? (Part 1)Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You used to be able to fall asleep before your head hit the pillow.
Now? You’re wide awake at 2 am, drenched in sweat, and wondering why your jeans are getting tighter by the week.
Poor sleep in midlife isn’t just annoying.
It’s hormonal. And it could be the reason your body’s hanging onto fat.
In this week’s epis...2025-07-2214 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally82 | Are You Eating the Right Macros for Perimenopause Weight Loss?Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
First, it was low-fat.
Then it was no carbs.
Then more protein…
And finally, “just eat intuitively.”
No wonder more than half of us in perimenopause feel totally confused about what to eat—especially when our hormones, metabolism, and energy are changing by the week.
In this week’s episode, I’m walking you through how macro tracking works in midlif...2025-07-1518 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally81 | Don’t Stop Lifting! 5 Tips to Reverse Strength Training Weight Gain in PerimenopauseDo You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’re not imagining it—strength training can make the scale go up before it goes down.
In fact, 40% of midlife women say they’ve quit a workout routine because they didn’t see results fast enough.
But what if the weight gain isn’t failure… it’s feedback?
In this week's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on 5 science-backed strategies to reverse scale c...2025-07-0820 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally80 | Is Strength Training Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause?Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’re lifting weights. Eating more protein. Tracking your steps.
So why does your body feel like it didn’t get the memo?🙃📝
If every workout lately leaves you more bloated, puffy, or confused by the scale, you're not alone.
In this week's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really behind post-workout weight gain in midlife—and the 3 biggest mistakes w...2025-07-0116 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally79 | Perimenopause Fatigue + Weight Gain?: LIVE Coaching CallDo You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Do you wake up with energy, but hit a wall halfway through the day?
Is brain fog making it hard to focus—or even finish a complete sentence?
Are you still trying to lose the same 10, 20, 30 pounds or more you put on after baby number two…but the only thing you’re losing these days is your patience?
If you're feeling stuck, overwhel...2025-06-2446 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally78 | 💪 Eating More Protein But Still Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause?Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’ve swapped cereal for eggs, added collagen to your coffee, maybe even splurged on the “cleanest” plant-based protein tub you could find at Costco… and still, your skinny jeans won’t button without a prayer and some deep squats.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
In midlife, most women are eating far less protein than their bodies actually need. And thanks to a little-kn...2025-06-1716 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally77 | 🔥The BEST Diet To Burn Fat + Balance Hormones in PerimenopauseDo You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Which is better for midlife weight loss: Keto? Carnivore? Optavia?
It’s a question I get asked all the time—especially in the summer, when the pool invites start rolling in… and you’d rather melt in leggings than show up in a swimsuit.
The truth is: If your hormones are out of whack, none of those diets are going to get you very far.
2025-06-1018 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally76 | 6 Tools Under $100 for Hormone Balance + Perimenopause Weight LossDo You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Have you ever bought the same supplement twice because you forgot you already tried it? 👀
🙋🏼♀️Yeah, been there, got the T-shirt… AND the magnesium spray… AND the melatonin gummies that tasted like stale fruit snacks.
According to a 2025 OnePoll survey, women in perimenopause and menopause spend nearly $500 a year on supplements, apps, and other health products to balance their hormones.
And yet… 76 percent of us say our s...2025-06-0319 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally75 | Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause? What to Know Before Intermittent FastingStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Skipping breakfast? Swigging coffee ‘til noon and calling it “intermittent fasting”?
You’re not alone….But that strategy? It might be backfiring.
In fact, if you’re a woman in perimenopause trying to lose weight, your “fast” might actually be spiking your cortisol, crashing your blood sugar, and slowing your metabolism—meanwhile your jeans just keep getting tighter.:2025-05-2720 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally74 | Are You Eating Enough? 3 Ways Eating Less Backfires in PerimenopauseStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’re eating like a bird, but still can’t button your jeans.:2025-05-2019 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally73 | Can’t Lose Weight? The Truth About GLP-1 for Weight Loss in Perimenopause & BeyondStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Weight won’t budge? Want to lose 10 (or 20) pounds before summer so you can feel good in your skin again—and without hiding under a caftan. 👀
Enter wonder drug GLP-1—which, according to industry research, is projected to surpass $100 billion by 2030. In fact, prescriptions for Ozempic, Wegovy, and other semaglutide-based meds have exploded in the past two years—and not just among your favorite Real Housewives.
But if...2025-05-1320 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally72 | 10 Stupid Things Women Do To Mess Up Our Metabolism in Perimenopause and MenopauseStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
The average woman starts dieting at age 17.
By the time we hit 45, we’ve dieted at least 61 times.
Sixty-one. Diets.
And yet somehow we’re still being told to just “eat less and move more” to lose weight (as if we haven’t been trying that since dial-up internet.) 😜😤
But midlife metabolism isn’t about willpower—it’s about biology.
And after years o...2025-05-0618 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally71 | Ask AI: 5 Things ChatGPT Can't Tell You About Balancing Hormones in Perimenopause and MenopauseStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
The average woman spends six years searching for relief from hormone symptoms.
AI can’t speed that up.
Sure, it can plan your vacation, rewrite your resume, and even suggest a pretty good taco recipe.:)
But when it comes to balancing your hormones? That’s way above its pay grade.
Because while ChatGPT can piece together generic hormone-balancing tips from online...2025-04-2916 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally70 | Are You Guilty Of This?: The Daily Habit Hijacking Your Hormones In Perimenopause And MenopauseStill Not Sure What’s Behind Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
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We do it every 8 minutes.
(And no, it’s not peeing, although that might also be true.:)
This week, we’re talking about something that might be secretly sabotaging your hormones every single day.
It’s...2025-04-2218 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally69 | Am I Depressed…Or Is It My Hormones? 3 Questions To Ask Before Taking An SSRI in Perimenopause Or Menopause✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’re not crying in traffic because you’re crazy.
You’re not snapping at your family because you’re unstable.
You’re just living in a body that’s shifting—and no one explained what that would feel like.
Let’s be honest: Doctors are trained to treat clinical depression.
But most were never taught how perimenopause and menopause can impact our mood—or how symptoms...2025-04-1520 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally68 | Your 3pm Crash Isn’t Normal—It’s Hormonal: What’s REALLY Zapping Your Energy In Perimenopause and Menopause?✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Dragging by 3pm—even after a “clean” lunch and your second coffee?
It’s not your schedule.
Or your age.
Or even those 10 pounds that won’t budge.
It’s your hormones.
Even if your doctor says everything looks “normal,” that mid-day crash could be a hormone red flag—one even your labs might be missing.
In today's episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on what’s really going on...2025-04-0817 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally67 | Wait—Could THIS Be What's Holding You Back? 4 Reasons You’re (Still) Living With Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
What if the reason you’re still struggling to balance your hormones has nothing to do with what you’re doing… and everything to do with what you’re thinking?
Here’s the thing: our brains are wired to keep us safe.
(You know—safe, as in stuck. In the same place. Snapping at our kids for breathing too loud.:2025-04-0116 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally66 | Your Health Insurance Won’t Fix This: The REAL Cost of Perimenopause & Menopause✨ Take the First Step To Balance Your Hormones With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
You’ve done everything right…scheduled a visit with your doctor, got some lab work done, maybe even filled a prescription (or two.)...
So why do you feel like you're slowly dying inside while pretending everything’s fine?
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or flat-out invisible in your doctor’s office—you are not alone. And you are definitely not crazy. 🙃
The truth is, traditiona...2025-03-2520 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally65 | It’s Not You! 6 Surprising Reasons Hormone Balancing Programs Fail in Perimenopause & MenopauseWhat’s Going On With Your Hormones? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Master Your Midlife Hormones In 90 Days. Apply To Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
Does it ever feel like you’re the only one still struggling to figure out your hormones?
Trust me—you’re not alone.
Up to 85% of women over 40 experience hormone-related symptoms like chronic fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and brain fog. And yet, we still feel like we’re on our own when it comes to fin...2025-03-1832 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally64 | No Energy to Change? Why Fixing Your Hormones Is the Key to Motivation in Perimenopause & MenopauseDo You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
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Hey friend,
Are you waking up exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get? Are you drooling on your keyboard by 3 PM, wondering if napping under your desk is less fireable than falling asleep during a Zoom? Or maybe you want to change your habits, but every attempt feels like a n...2025-03-1122 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally63 | 👉 THIS! My Exact 3-Step System for Balancing Your Hormones Naturally in Perimenopause & MenopauseDo You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
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Hey friend,
😵💫 Are you waking up exhausted, no matter how much you sleep? Clothes suddenly feeling tighter, …even though you’re eating the same and working out? Snapping at your partner lately for breathing too loud? 🙃 If perimenopause or menopause has you feeling like a moody, tired, sleep-deprived “blob” you’re not alone.2025-03-0431 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally62 | What Am I Missing? 4 Reasons Why What You’re Doing Isn’t Working to Balance Your Hormones in Perimenopause & MenopauseThink You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply to Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
Hey friend,
So you’ve read all the books. Listened to all the podcasts. Cut out dairy, sugar, caffeine, gluten—basically all joy.
But here you are… still exhausted, still bloated, still waking up at 3 a.m. drenched in sweat, wondering why your hormones are glitching like a bad iOS upda...2025-02-2527 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally61 | How Did I Get HERE? 6 Root Causes of Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & MenopauseThink You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
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Hey friend,
Ever stopped to ask yourself… "Why are my hormones suddenly so out of control?"
Like, why could you eat whatever you wanted in your 20s or 30s, but now, just looking at a plate of pasta feels like an automatic five-pound weight gain?
...2025-02-1829 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally60 | Lost That Loving Feeling? 4 Tips To Get Your Libido Back In Perimenopause & Menopause [AYTM Flashback]
Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
Hey friend,
Did you know that 57% of ALL women ages 40-80 feel like we’re not having enough sex?
Between relationship conflicts, boredom, stress, and the fact that our hormones are tanking faster than our willpower near a bread basket, it’s no wonder our idea of the perfect Valentine’s Day has morphed into eating dark chocolate alone in our sweat...2025-02-1143 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally59 | 5 Things You Need To Know When Googling Solutions for Your Perimenopause or Menopause SymptomsThink You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
Hey friend,
Are you overwhelmed when it comes to researching your perimenopause and menopause symptoms online?
According to a study by 2024 study by Bonafide, 69% of women say everything they know about menopause they learned from first-hand research (which they resorted to after repeatedly getting dismissed by their doctor...2025-02-0420 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally58 | Quick Hormone Fixes: Which Ones Work for Balancing Hormones... And Which Ones Miss the Mark?Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
Hey friend,
When your hormones are out of control, are you willing to try almost anything that promises some relief?
You’re not alone.
According to a 2023 survey by the Global Wellness Institute, more than 70% of women have spent money on a trending hormone solution that didn’t work.
In today’s e...2025-01-2828 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally57 | Blood Work “Normal”? Why You Could Still Have A Hormone ImbalanceThink You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
Have you ever been told, “Your labs are normal,” but you just know something isn’t right?
You’re not alone.
Up to 80% of midlife women experience symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, and weight gain, yet only 25% are ever diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance.
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking one of the biggest frustrations women face when it comes to our hea...2025-01-2116 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally56 | The 3 Biggest Lies About Hormone Imbalance In Perimenopause & MenopauseThink You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
Have you ever felt like you’re invisible when it comes to your health?..
According to a 2020 survey by AARP, 45% of women aged 45 to 60 reported not being taken seriously by their primary care doctor when discussing their perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms. That’s almost half of us!
In today’s episode, I’m going to break down the three biggest lies about hormone imbalance during perimenopause...2025-01-1423 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally55 | Hormone Crystal Ball: What Your Perimenopause & Menopause Symptoms Are Telling You About 2025Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
Have you ever wished you could peek into a crystal ball and predict your future?
While the rest of the world is Googling “What will 2025 bring?” (a query with over 1 million searches!!!!), the real predictor of your future health isn’t online or in the stars—it’s in the habits you’re living right now.
In this episode, we’re connecting your perimenopause and menopause symptoms...2025-01-0729 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally54 | Start Here: Your Favorite Episodes About Perimenopause, Menopause And Hormone Imbalance With “AYTM Unwrapped”Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
As we close out 2024 and look ahead to a fresh start in 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the podcast episodes that resonated the most with you this year.
This special episode, “AYTM Unwrapped,” is like your Spotify Wrapped—except instead of breakup songs, we’re revisiting the podcast episodes that answered your most pressing hormone questions as well as tools to take action.
W...2024-12-3122 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally53 | Surviving End-of-Year Chaos: 6 Stress Busting Tools to Keep Your Hormones in Check During Perimenopause And Prevent Overwhelm [Holidays & Hormones]Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
The holidays may be called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but between family drama, travel delays, and a to-do list longer than Santa’s naughty list, Christmas can also be a season of stress.
Studies show the average person spends a whopping 13 hours prepping for Christmas Day!
But after all that preparation, it takes less than just 13 seconds for stress to send our c...2024-12-2424 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally52 | Eat This, Not That: How to EAT For Perimenopause While Enjoying the Holidays (Part 2) [Holidays & Hormones]Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Hey friend,
Do you dread spending another holiday party eating raw carrots and celery sticks and questioning your life choices…meanwhile, everyone else can eat whatever they want without falling apart?!?
You don’t have to deprive yourself during the holidays; you just need to learn to make food choices that work with your hormones, not against them.
In Part 2 of “Eat This, Not That” - The Holida...2024-12-1720 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally51 | Eat This; Not That: How to Cook For Perimenopause While Enjoying the Holidays (Part 1) [Holidays & Hormones]Hey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my 6-week series about how to enjoy the holidays…without sabotaging your hormones or gaining weight.
Do the holidays feel like a constant negotiation between enjoying the food you love while trying not to sabotage your hormones?
One minute you’re stressing out over every bite. The next, you’re diving head-first into the stuffing…and waking up wishing you could un-eat all the things.
The holidays don’t have to be some kind of hormonal Hunger Games. You can ea...2024-12-1017 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally50 | Anxious About Holiday Eating? 7 Tips to Navigate Holiday Parties With Ease During Perimenopause [Holidays & Hormones]Enjoy The Holidays Without Feeling Deprived! Download My FREE “12 Days of Healthy Hormones” Holiday Hacks Guide
Hey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my 6-week series about how to enjoy the holidays…without sabotaging your hormones or gaining weight.
Do you struggle with food noise?
...That constant internal chatter that has you obsessing about food all the time?
If you find yourself:
Fixated on calories and portion sizes
Feeling guilty after eating something “unhea...2024-12-0319 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally49 | Put Down That Fork! 5 Nutrition Hacks to Control Cravings, Prevent Holiday Overeating in Perimenopause [Holidays & Hormones]Enjoy The Holidays Without Feeling Deprived! Download My FREE “12 Days of Healthy Hormones” Holiday Guide
Hey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my 6-week series about how to enjoy the holidays…without sabotaging your hormones or gaining weight.
Did you know the average person consumes a whopping 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving?
That's the equivalent of 16 slices of pizza, 61 chicken wings, or 28 glazed donuts!!!
And all those extra calories aren’t even the worst of it! Because what we eat can have an even bigger i...2024-11-2616 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally48 | Crush Holiday Food FOMO: 3 Mindset Shifts To Make Now If You Have a Hormone Imbalance [Holidays & Hormones]Do you have a hormone imbalance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and get your custom evaluation and results.
Hey friend,
Today, I’m talking about FOMO, or more specifically food FOMO.
Because the holiday season is here and that means a lot of food temptations.
If you’re starting to spiral at the thought of holiday cookies and cakes and candy everywhere—at the office, at your hair salon, and even at your gym (the horror!)--and are contemplating either staying at home an...2024-11-1918 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally47 | Could Candida Be Causing Your Fatigue or Weight Gain? How To Curb Candida Overgrowth [Perimenopause: From A-Z]Hey friend,
Today, I’m talking about the #1-holiday gut issue affecting women in perimenopause and menopause and how to curb or prevent a flare-up.
Yep, I’m talking about candida.
I can’t tell you how many women reach out to me every January regarding another yeast infection they’ve tried everything to get rid of…but, like an unwanted family member at Thanksgiving…just keeps coming back!
(🙋🏼♀️Been there; got the t-shirt!)
That’s because the holidays are one of the most sugar- and st...2024-11-1221 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally46 | Too Embarrassed To Ask? The Truth About Candida, Yeast Infections, And Hormone Imbalance [Perimenopause: From A-Z]Hey friend,
Are you dealing with sudden, out-of-control cravings for sugary, starchy, or carby foods? (like, more than normal?)
…What about bloating, a skin rash, or even sinus issues that won’t go away (even though you’re doing everything to eat right and live a healthy lifestyle?)
…Or maybe you’ve found yourself visiting the Monistat aisle at your favorite drugstore a bit more frequently lately, because, umm, something’s going on “down there” again?
If you’ve been experiencing any or all of these symptoms...2024-11-0520 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally45 | Breast Cancer Support Month: How to Reduce Your Risk By Up to 70% In Perimenopause & Menopause!Hey friend,
It’s National Breast Cancer Month and in today’s episode, we’re talking about breast cancer prevention.
When it comes to breast cancer occurrence, here’s what we know:
ONE in EIGHT women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her LIFETIME.
In North America, a woman dies of breast cancer every 12 minutes.
It’s shocking.
For all of the research and walks and advances in pharmaceuticals, we still don’t have a cure for breast ca...2024-10-2923 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally44 | Brain Zaps, Body Odor, & Itchy Skin: The Crazy Menopause Symptoms No One Talks About! (Part 2)Hey friend,
…Ever feel like you just stuck your finger in a light socket… even though you’ve been nowhere near an electrical outlet? 👀
…Or gotten a “whiff” of something funky and wondered, “What is that smell?”... only to realize it’s YOU?!
…Or have you ever gone to scratch or brush away a creepy, crawly bug making its way down your leg…only to realize there's nothing there?
If you’re sitting there nodding, then you may be a card-carrying member of the Crazy Hormones Club. 🤪
2024-10-2220 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally43 | Tinnitus, Frozen Shoulder & Burning Mouth Syndrome: The Crazy Menopause Symptoms No One Talks About! (Part 1)Hey friend,
…Have you ever heard a ringing in your ears and blamed it on attending too many Madonna concerts in the 90’s?
…Have you ever felt like someone snuck a piece of Chinese Red Pepper or Carolina Reaper onto your dinner plate when you weren’t looking?
…Have you ever tried to reach for a box of Tide on a grocery store shelf… but could only raise your shoulder as high as the less expensive, store-brand detergent?
Then you may be suffering from tinnitus, fr...2024-10-1518 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally42 | Are Your Body Aches, Joint Pain, or Arthritis a Sign of Hormone Imbalance? 4 Causes That Have Nothing To Do With Aging [Perimenopause: From A-Z]Hey friend,
Are you dealing with body aches and joint pain that don’t go away, no matter what you do?
Has your chronic pain and inflammation started to impact your mood, your relationships, or even your everyday activities? (Meanwhile, your doctor insists your symptoms are just “part of the aging process"?)
If you’ve been popping Advil lately like their M&M’s just to get through the day, you are not alone!
According to the latest research, nearly 100 million Americans between the ages of 2...2024-10-0825 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally41 | Estrogen Cream for Fine Lines?; Menopause Clinics & HRT Overdosing; What is Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy?; The Best-Kept Secret For Managing Perimenopausal Fatigue & Mood SwingsHey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.” This week, I’m sharing another juicy episode of my Hormone Hot Topics series where I discuss all the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news!
I can’t wait to get into all the hot goss on today’s episode, including the following headlines:
Estrogen cream for fine lines & wrinkles: It’s a key ingredient in several new topical, over-the-counter facial products, but can it really help rejuvenate aging skin?
A new warning ab...2024-10-0319 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally40 | Feeling Anxious? 5 Tips to Reduce Panic Attacks & Anxiety, Naturally [Perimenopause: From A-Z]Hey friend!
Quick mental health check: Have you felt more anxious, tense, or “on edge” lately? If you’re nodding your head or counting on both hands the number of times you snapped at a loved one this week, you’re not alone!
According to a recent study of 40,000 perimenopausal and menopausal women, nearly 60% reported severe anxiety or depression!!!
Another study reports that one in three of all women going to their doctor for mood swings or other mood-related symptoms of perimenopause and menopause are offered anxiety medication a...2024-10-0120 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally39 | Irritable? Having Trouble Sleeping? Dealing With Chronic Low Energy Or Fatigue?...Why It Might Be Time for A Liver DetoxHey friend!
Today’s show is all about the liver and how to help your body cleanse and detoxify itself naturally.
I just recently returned from a 2-week Mediterranean cruise where I drank coffee and cocktails all day, stayed up to into the wee hours of the night, and ate “all of the things” in every port we stopped. And, now…my body is on strike!
If you’ve recently enjoyed a vacation–or maybe even an entire summer–where you deviated from your regular routine, it can be common to feel out...2024-09-2419 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally38 | 8 Menopause Myths Debunked! What Your Mom, Bestie, (And Maybe Even Your Doctor) Haven’t Shared With YouHey friend!
Today’s episode is all about menopause. It was inspired by a very revealing conversation I had on my recent vacation that reminded me how much of a mystery menopause STILL is to so many women.
In the United States, roughly 1.3 million women experience menopause every year. Globally, that number soars to 25 million! HALF of the world's population will go through menopause in their lifetime, yet there are STILL so many myths floating around this very natural midlife transition that make it misunderstood…and often misidentified.
That’s...2024-09-1719 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally37 | Is It Perimenopause…Or Something Else? 3 Tell-tale Perimenopausal Symptoms [AYTM Flashback]Hey friend,
Today, we are taking a trip back in time.. going deep inside the podcast vault to revisit my very first episode of the pod: Ep. #1: “How Do I Know If I’m in Perimenopause?”
If you already listened to this episode in March, I’m resharing this episode for TWO VERY IMPORTANT REASONS:
1.) First, I’m launching a brand new series of the podcast this month where I’ll be taking a deep dive into more than 26 perimenopause and menopause symptoms–from Anxiety to Zits…and all the letters of the...2024-09-1017 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally36 | Hormone Hot Topics: Got Menopause? Take A Cold Plunge!; The 30-Minute-A-Day Habit That Can Increase Your Life Expectancy; PLUS Actress Jenny Garth Blames Her Arthritis on PerimenopauseHey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.” This week, I’m sharing another juicy episode of my Hormone Hot Topics summer series where I discuss all the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news!
I can’t wait to get into all the hot goss on today’s episode, including the following headlines:
Got menopause? Take a cold plunge! What a recent study reveals about cold water submersion and hormonal symptom relief
Age schmage--The 30-minute-a-day habit that improves your he...2024-09-0322 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally35 | 5 Simple Nutrition Rules to Re-balance Your Hormones & Reduce Perimenopause Symptoms After “Over-indulging” This Summer [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Wow! Can you believe that summer is nearly over? One minute you’re doubling down on spray tans so you’re not looking all pasty-white in your shorts and sundresses…And the next minute, you’re getting a notification on your Starbucks App that Fall drinks are back!
What in the pumpkin latte is going on here?!?
I’m actually getting ready to go on vacation and I can not wait to not count calories or macros or steps and just eat, drink, and let my food flag fl...2024-08-2726 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally34 | Hormone Hot Topics: Ricezempic-Tiktok’s Latest Ozempic Dupe; Perimenopause & ADHD Symptoms; The Best Exercise for Insomnia; How Many Docs Does It Take to Diagnose Menopause?Hey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Today’s episode is part of a special “Hormone Hot Topics” series of the podcast I’m hosting. Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m bringing you all of the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause topics making the news!…
In today’s episode, I’ll sound off on the following stories ripped right from the headline:
Ricezempic, TikTok’s latest Ozempic dupe: Can it really help you lose weight?…and what effect, if any, doe...2024-08-2225 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally33 | Five Essential Travel Tips Every Perimenopausal Woman Needs To Know To Prevent Hormonal Imbalance [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Are you getting ready to go on vacation this month? Me too! 🙋♀️
More than 82% of all US adults–or more than 212 million people–are planning to take a vacation this summer. (That’s a lot of luggage, lol!)
But all that travel can be hard on our hormones.
Because when we travel, our sleep, healthy eating, hydration, and regular exercise routine can all go sideways, in turn, impacting our blood sugar, gut health, and key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol.
And w...2024-08-2026 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally32 | Six Tricks to Curb Cravings, Avoid Overeating, And Maintain Hormone Balance In Perimenopause [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Do you suffer from "food guilt"? If you’ve just come back from a summer vacation where you ate, drank, and maybe indulged a little too much…and are now feeling bad about it…you’re not alone.
In fact, according to a recent survey of 2,000 men and women in the US, about 1 in 3 people eat food that makes them feel guilty and 39% of women say those guilt feelings can even ruin their day…not to mention their vacation.
While it's true what we eat in perimenopause, menopause, and even post-menopause can affect...2024-08-1323 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally31 | Hormone Hot Topics: Perimenopausal Depression; Fear of Driving in Mid Life; Is Menopause Stalling Your Career?; The Connection Between Low Estrogen & DementiaHey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring you this week’s episode of “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m bringing you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news.
In today’s episode, I’ll sound off on the following headlines:
Hormonal Depression: Why women in PERIMENOPAUSE are at a higher risk of developing depression than at any other stage in life
...2024-08-0822 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally30 | 8 Healthy Drinking Hacks To Reduce The Effects of Alcohol On Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Pt. 2) [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Did you know today is officially the halfway point of summer? Yep! 47 days down and 47 days to go of sun, fun, and celebrating. (And by “celebrating,” I mean drinking.)
If you’re a woman in perimenopause or menopause and you feel like drinking this summer is hitting you a little differently, you may be right.
Research shows that hormonal shifts in mid life can affect the way our body metabolizes alcohol which can decrease our alcohol tolerance, increase our hangover severity, and exacerbate our perimenopausal and menopa...2024-08-0626 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally29 | Is Summer Drinking Sabotaging Your Hormones? 8 Signs Alcohol Is Impacting Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Part 1) [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Have you been “celebrating” a lot this summer? (And by “celebrating” I mean drinking.)
“Celebrating” is synonymous with summer. From commemorating summer holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Father’s Day, and Labor Day weekend–to celebrating kids graduating from high school and college–to weddings, vacations and so much more.
…Many of us have been in “party” mode for the last 3 months!
And there’s nothing wrong with that…UNLESS all that celebrating has taken a toll on your hormones.
T...2024-07-3020 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally28 | Hormone Hot Topics: Sleep Divorce; Mid Life Eating Disorders; Comic Relief for Menopause; Shocking Findings in Women's Health StudyHey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring to you the second episode of a brand NEW summer series of the podcast called, “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news.
In today’s episode, I’ll sound off on the following headlines:
Can a sleep divorce save your marriage? If you’re one of half...2024-07-2521 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally27 | SAD In Summer? 3 Ways To Stop Perimenopausal Mood Swings, Anxiety, or Depression From Ruining Your Vacation [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
Have you ever heard of “summertime sadness?” No, not the Lana Del Rey song…although that is a catchy tune!
I’m talking about seasonal depression, irritability, and even anxiety that can occur during the summer…. especially in women with a hormonal imbalance.
Yes! This is a thing! And it affects more of us ladies in perimenopause through post-menopause than you’d think.
So if you’ve been feeling a little “off” since summer started… this episode is for you!
Today, I’m cont...2024-07-2319 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally26 | Sleepless in Menopause: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 Natural Sleep Aids for Better ZZZ’s [SUMMER SERIES]How’s your summer going? Are you getting ready to go on vacation? Or maybe you’re on vacation right now???
Today’s episode was actually inspired by a mini vacay I took to Palm Springs in the spring. It was hot! Not record-breaking 126-degree weather hot like it was over the Fourth of July weekend… But hot enough that I had trouble sleeping.
If you’re in menopause, postmenopause, or even perimenopause, maybe you can relate. Hormonal changes in our 40s and 50s can cause insomnia or contribute to problems sleeping by t...2024-07-1623 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally25 | Hormone Hot Topics: Saunas and Insulin Resistance; Fart Walks; Is Delaying Menopause The Key to Longevity?; Perimenopause CampHey friend!
Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to kick off a brand new series of the podcast today called, “Hot Hormone Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on perimenopause and menopause stories making the news.
In today’s episode, I’m sounding off on the following headlines:
Should you swap your gym membership for a sauna? A new study on menopause weight gain and insulin resistance has some shocking re...2024-07-1119 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally24 | Can't Poop? 5 Tips To Relieve Constipation (And Balance Hormones) While Traveling [SUMMER SERIES]Hey friend!
How was your 4th of July? Did you enjoy your four days off?
Whether you took a road trip out of state to visit family or friends, jumped into your RV to go camping at the beach, or flew to the nearest all-inclusive resort for some respite, travel causes a shift in your hormones.
Today, I’m continuing my “Hot Flash Summer” podcast series on how to beat the heat and keep your hormones in check so you live your best “Hot Girl Summer.”
In the Hot Seat for this week’s e...2024-07-0920 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally23 | Help! I'm Melting!: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Heat and Cool Menopausal Hot Flashes [SUMMER SERIES}Hey friend,
Can you believe summer is officially here?!?
To me, summer means long walks on the beach with my furry rescues, Sadie and Elle Woods. Outdoor barbecues, concerts, and lazy days by the pool. And, of course, summer vacation!!!
But if you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or even post-menopause, the changing weather can also cause a shift in your hormones....not to mention a change in your day-to-day routine that can wind up turning your dream summer vacation into a hormonal nightmare!
…Today, I’m kicking off a brand-new series of the...2024-07-0221 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally22 | Weight Gain, Belly Fat, and What To Expect In Menopause: BONUS EPISODE
Hey friend,
Today, I’m super excited to share this bonus episode about weight gain, belly fat, and what to expect in menopause.
It’s from a recent discussion I had with Robin Rhine McDonald, host of the Vision Driven Health podcast, for a 6-week series on healthy hormones.
This juicy episode is jam-packed with answers to the questions I get asked most about menopause and hormonal changes…including the million-dollar question:
Is weight gain in menopause inevitable?...
In today’s episode, you will learn:
H...2024-06-271h 00Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally21 | Metabolism, Blood Sugar And The Sneaky Saboteur of Weight Loss After 40Hey friend,
For the last 6 weeks, I’ve been discussing the 7 most common hormonal imbalances that cause weight gain in perimenopause and beyond.
Today, I want to share one last sneaky saboteur of weight loss–especially in women over 40–that has a little to do with hormones and a lot to do with metabolic function.
Age-Related Insulin Resistance often occurs in menopause and post-menopause due to something called hormone dysregulation–a natural shift in hormone production that makes women over 40 more susceptible to blood sugar imbalance.
If you’re gaining weight like crazy...2024-06-2524 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally20 | Menopause, Sleeping Problems, and Post Menopausal Weight Gain: Is Low Estrogen to Blame?Hey friend,
Today, I’m concluding my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to hormonal weight gain.
Are you OVER trying to do “all the things” to lose weight while the scale keeps going up and up...and up?
Do you REFUSE to shop for bigger clothes and just want to fit back into your favorite LBD?
Are you tired of feeling a lack of energy and tired ALL the time?... while missing out on enjoying quality ti...2024-06-1823 min
Vision Driven Health - Weight Loss for Christian Women, Biblical Health, Conquer Cravings, Kingdom Mindset, Increase Energy Naturally85. Healthy Hormones Series | What to Expect When You’re Going through Menopause With Monica TopeteHey Friend!
We are wrapping up the Healthy Hormones Series with a SOLID episode on what to expect when you're going through menopause.
My guest today does a very thorough job of explaining the different stages of menopause, what can be expected as normal, what requires more support, and she also provides the specific lifestyle habits you need to address in order to stay healthy through the process.
If you've wondered why you're having trouble sleeping, gaining weight even though you haven't changed what you're doing, or why you are struggling to remember things more than usual - th...2024-06-171h 04Vision Driven Health - Weight Loss for Christian Women, Biblical Health, Conquer Cravings, Kingdom Mindset, Increase Energy Naturally85. Healthy Hormones Series | What to Expect When You’re Going through Menopause With Monica TopeteHey Friend!
We are wrapping up the Healthy Hormones Series with a SOLID episode on what to expect when you're going through menopause.
My guest today does a very thorough job of explaining the different stages of menopause, what can be expected as normal, what requires more support, and she also provides the specific lifestyle habits you need to address in order to stay healthy through the process.
If you've wondered why you're having trouble sleeping, gaining weight even though you haven't changed what you're doing, or why you are struggling to remember things more than usual - th...2024-06-171h 04Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally19 | “Not Tonight. I’m Too Tired, Stressed, Hormonal…”: 3 More Ways To Boost Low Libido Naturally (Part 2)Hey friend,
Happy National Sex Day!!! Did you celebrate it?
In case the date completely slipped your mind (blame it on perimenopause brain fog)...Or, like me, you never knew the day existed (and to be honest, do we really need the extra pressure of a NATIONAL sex day???....)
National Sex Day was observed on June 9th to commemorate the importance of sexual intimacy in relationships.
But for couples struggling with low libido, mismatched sex drives, or sexual anxiety, this day can bring a lot of undue stress.
On t...2024-06-1337 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally18 | Belly Fat, Insulin Resistance, and Hormonal Weight Gain: Do You Have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?Hey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance.
If you’ve never heard of PCOS or thought it was only something that affects women in their 20s or 30s, think again! It is this and other myths about PCOS that have earned it the nickname, “the silent disorder.”
PCOS affects an estimated 1 in 10 of every woman of reproductive age in the U.S., but the numbers are, in actuality, much, much h...2024-06-1122 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally17 | The Hidden Cause of Hormonal Weight Gain in Women Over 40: Adrenal FatigueHey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance.
In today’s episode, I take a deep dive into High Cortisol and Adrenal Fatigue. While many functional medicine practitioners consider adrenal fatigue to be the most common hormonal imbalance for women in midlife, it's not without controversy. In fact, most traditional medicine doctors don’t even recognize adrenal fatigue exists! (More about that on today’s podcast.:)
In today’s episode, you w...2024-06-0434 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally16 | Can We Just Cuddle?: 3 Ways to Naturally Boost Low Libido in Women Over 40 (And Men!) Part 1"I’ve had a long day. I'm just too tired."
"I'm too stressed out right now. I have so much on my mind."
"I need a shower.” I’m feeling bloated.” “Can we just cuddle instead?”
Sound familiar?
If your low libido or lack of desire to have sex has started to become a more frequent thing….If your lack of intimacy or connectedness with your husband or partner is impacting the quality of your relationship…then, girl, help is on the way!
On today’s episode, I’m joined once agai...2024-05-3055 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally15 | Hypothyroidism And Hormonal Weight Gain: 3 Healthy Hacks To Help Shed Those Extra PoundsHey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance.
In today’s episode, I’m taking a deep dive into Hypothyroidism. While some studies suggest up to 40% of the population suffers from at least some level of underactive thyroid, women are actually the most susceptible to developing hypothyroidism. In fact, the risk for women is about 10 times higher than for men!
In this episode, you will learn:
- What is th...2024-05-2822 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally14 | Is Estrogen Dominance Causing Your Hormonal Weight Gain? 3 Quick Tips To Move The ScaleHey friend,
Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance.
In today’s episode, I’m taking a deep dive into Estrogen Dominance. The most common hormone imbalance in women in perimenopause, Estrogen Dominance affects an estimated half of all women in the U.S. over age 35! (Including yours truly.:)
In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
What is your estrogen to progesterone ratio and why it is important
What causes...2024-05-2120 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally13 | Why Am I Not in The Mood?--4 Myths About Low Libido in WomenHey friend,
Can I call you ‘friend”? Cuz I already feel like we’re friends in my head.
So just between us….
…How’s your sex life?
No, I mean really….How Is Your Sex Life?
If your answer on a scale of 1-10 is somewhere between 5 and non-existent, girl, you are not alone!
On today’s episode, I’m joined once again by my husband, Rick, as we continue our special “Love & Hormones” Spring Series (continuing every other Thursday throughout May and June.)
Warning: This episode features a...2024-05-1637 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally12 | Perimenopause Weight Gain: Are Your Hormones to Blame?Hey friend,
Pop quiz: What comes first: hormonal imbalance or weight gain?
According to the latest research, 99% of all weight loss resistance in women can be traced to a hormonal cause.
Today, I’m kicking off my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series and unpacking the connection between hormones and weight gain in perimenopause.
In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
How do hormones cause weight gain?
What is the primary purpose of hormones?
What hormones cause weight gain or weight loss resistance
Plus, we’ll discuss 7 of the most common hormon...2024-05-1417 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally11 | The 3 Biggest Mistakes I Made to Balance Hormones and Lose WeightHey friend,
Summer’s just 6 weeks away! So, in anticipation of sundresses and sleeveless shirt weather, I’m pulling back the curtain on the three biggest mistakes I made trying to balance my hormones and lose hormonal weight.
From lab results to symptom management to calorie restricting and over-exercising, I’m stirring the tea on what NOT to do–along with 3 very important lessons I learned–on the road to reclaiming my health.
In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
- Why a blood test for hormones may be less accurate than you think2024-05-0715 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally10 | "Why Do I Hate My Husband?"--Relationship Advice for Couples Navigating Hormonal ImbalanceHey friend,
On today’s episode, I’m joined once again by my husband of 26 years, Rick, as we continue our special “Love & Hormones” His-and-Her’s Day Spring Series (every other Thursday throughout the month of May.)
Ladies, do you ever have days when you’re angry and irritated for no reason? …
Guys, do you ever have days when you ask yourself, “Why does my wife hate me so much?”
Perimenopause and menopause can be hard on relationships. Even good relationships. Even battle-tested relationships.
According to a recent survey of 1,000 women by...2024-05-0220 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally9 | Six Warning Signs Your Supplements for Menopause and Perimenopause Might Be a Scam (Part 2)
Hey friend,
In today’s episode, we’re continuing a vital conversation about the efficacy and safety of supplements.
Supplements can be a real game-changer when it comes to our hormonal health, especially for those of us who want to balance our hormones without HRT or hormonal birth control....Or who don’t want to take prescription medication like sleeping pills, SSRIs, or anti-depressants to help ease certain perimenopause and menopause symptoms.
But there’s a dark side to supplements because they can be dangerous–fatal even.
Of the estimated 4,000 supplement manufactur...2024-04-3018 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally8 | Do Hormone Balancing Supplements Work? (Part 1)Hey friend,
Do you take supplements? If so, do you know what’s in your supplements? And how do you know if your supplements are actually helping rather than hurting your health?
In today’s episode, I pull back the curtain on the 37-billion supplement industry and share the good, the bad and the dangerous side of diet supplementation.
In this episode you will learn:
Do we really need supplements to balance our hormones and maintain proper nutrition?
Are supplements regulated by the FDA and does that matter?
Why aren’t all vitami...2024-04-2317 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally7 | What Husbands Should Know About Perimenopause (And Menopause)Hey friend,
Today’s episode kicks off a special “Love & Hormones” His-and-Her’s Day Spring Series, with new episodes every other Thursday throughout April, May and June.
Join me and my partner of 26 years, Rick, as we spill the tea on how perimenopause and menopause have affected our marriage, including my personal story of hormonal imbalance, the challenges I faced, and the toll it took on our relationship. From miscommunication to emotional turbulence, we tackle it ALL!
In this episode you will learn:
The divorce rate among couples over 55 and its connecti...2024-04-1841 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally6 | What Foods Cause Hormonal Imbalance Symptoms?: 10 "Healthy" Foods To AvoidHey friend,
In today’s episode, I’m going to unpack one of the most misunderstood byproducts of hormone imbalance in perimenopause and menopause: food sensitivities.
Understanding what foods may be exacerbating an underlying hormonal imbalance and causing issues like stomach pain, eczema, constipation, headaches, inflammation in your joints, brain fog or even unwanted weight gain can be life-changing!
In today’s episode, I’ll begin to unravel the mysteries of food and its effect on our hormones by sharing:
- What is the root cause of food sensitivity?
...2024-04-1625 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally5 | How Can I Check My Hormone Levels Myself in Perimenopause or Menopause?Hey friend,
In today’s episode I’m going to answer a question I get asked all the time: Should you bother getting your hormone levels checked and is there a way to check your hormone levels yourself?
Understanding what’s going on with your hormones and what imbalance (or imbalances) you may have is the crucial first step in solving your hormonal puzzle and feeling like you again.
And it’s really a non-negotiable because if you don’t do anything about your hormone symptoms: 1.) They’re not going to go away by themselve...2024-04-0923 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally4 | Why Is My Doctor Dismissing My Perimenopause Symptoms?Hey beautiful!
Today, I’m going to spill the tea on a taboo topic: How much do our doctors really know about perimenopause–and share 6 reasons why your doctor may be dismissing your symptoms.
This episode was inspired by Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry’s recent confession that her doctor mistook her vaginal dryness–a common symptom of perimenopause and menopause–as ‘the worst case of herpes he had ever seen.”
What the hell-o-menopause?!?
In this episode you will learn:
- What should I do if my doctor doesn’t take my perimenopa...2024-04-0213 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally3 | What Are The Pros & Cons of Hormone Pellets?Hey girl!
Today I’m answering a question from a listener and AYTM Insider, “What is your take on bioidentical hormone pellets?
OMG! Where do I even begin?!?
Disclaimer: While I’m admittedly a little biased when it comes to this controversial topic, I’m going to be as diplomatic as possible as I highlight the good, the bad, and the criminally insane effects of BHRT pellets for managing menopause symptoms.
In this episode you will learn:
- The different types of hormone therapy
- The two categorie...2024-03-2615 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally2 | Why Does My Blood Test For Hormones Keep Coming Back “Normal”?
Hey girl!
In today’s episode, I will be diving into the US healthcare system, the ins and outs of conventional medicine, and why it's so darn difficult to get perimenopause support–especially from our doctors.
I’m also going to break down the five reasons why your hormone blood panel keeps coming back “normal.”
In this episode you will learn:
- The limitations of blood tests to check hormone levels
- When to get hormones tested
- Estrogen vs. estradiol–what’s the difference?
- What to ask to...2024-03-1813 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally1 | How Do I Know If I’m In Perimenopause?Hey girl!
In this first episode of the podcast, I will be answering a question I’m asked all of the time from clients:
Perimenopause: What is it and how do I even know I am in it?
I chose this question because I believe we can’t begin to heal and take back control of our hormones until we truly understand the shift that is happening in our midlife bodies.
In this episode, I’m going to get SUPER vulnerable and share with you my personal hormonal roller coaster story, as wel...2024-03-1815 minAre You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones NaturallyTRAILER | What To Expect In Perimenopause…And Beyond.Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam.
What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again!
Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜)
Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!?
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Hello Friend.
(Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:)
Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.
I’m Monica Lane Topete, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Hormone Imbalanc...2024-03-1405 min