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664: The Hidden Reason You’re Exhausted: How to Fix Cortisol and Boost Stress Resilience in Perimenopause

July 22, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Ever feel so depleted that even a full night of sleep doesn’t touch the exhaustion you’re carrying? I’ve been there, too.

In this episode, I’m sharing the raw moment I found myself feeling this exact way– completely overwhelmed and totally disconnected.

If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause and feel like your stress is out of control, this conversation is for you. We’re unpacking why the bone-deep exhaustion, brain fog, and lack of capacity you feel aren’t just about aging—they’re signals that your cortisol levels and stress response system are maxed out, leaving you in survival mode.

I’ll break down what I’ve learned about reversing your stress response naturally, even in the busiest seasons of life. We’ll explore simple, science-backed steps to help you step out of over-efficiency mode and reclaim your calm, clarity, and joy.

Ready to feel like YOU again, even in the chaos of midlife transitions? Don’t miss this episode!

IN THIS EPISODE

Why so many of us live in survival mode during midlife
Hormone fluctuation and its impact on cortisol regulation
Understanding the physiology of your stress response system
The link between cortisol and weight gain
My favorite cortisol resetting rituals
Habits to implement to reverse the stress response system

QUOTES

“90% of the time, we’re solving all the problems, we’re holding it all together. We’re over-efforting, overproducing. We’re productive machines… and that primary hormone that we hear a lot about is gonna be cortisol.”

“Cortisol is just a hormone that’s responding to the environment and to how I’m living my life. So we have to look at how we live our life and how we shift the way we live our life so we’re not having this crazy response.”

“How you live your life is how you live your day, and how you live your day is how you start your day.”

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#661: When ‘Normal’ Isn’t Normal: How to Be Heard (and Taken Seriously) at the Doctor’s Office

July 11, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Have you recently left your doctor’s office feeling more confused than when you walked in?

Or finally worked up the courage to share the brain fog, crushing fatigue, or unexplainable mood swings—only to get brushed off with: “It’s just part of getting older”?

I see you—because I was you—and I know how frustrating and lonely it can feel to navigate midlife changes when so few doctors truly understand what’s happening in your body.

In this empowering episode, we dive into how to be heard at the doctor’s office during perimenopause and menopause, what to track before your appointment, the right questions to ask, and the signs it might be time to find a new provider.

You deserve answers. You deserve care that sees the whole you. And you deserve to walk out of your appointments with clarity and a plan to feel your best.

Tune in to this episode to reclaim your voice and your power in this beautiful season of life!

IN THIS EPISODE

Navigating the knowledge gap in women’s health care
Tips for confidently advocating for yourself to your doctor
Addressing common symptoms in midlife and menopause
Questions to ask your doctor and labs you should test for
Finding a functional medicine doctor who will hear you out
My FREE perimenopause survival guide and more about my upcoming book: The Perimenopause Revolution

QUOTES

“Even today, the average woman waits 7 to 10 years for a proper diagnosis of conditions like Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune issues.”

“If you feel dismissed, it’s okay to find another provider. I know this can feel daunting, but your health and your quality of life is on the line. You deserve a provider who listens.”

“There are so many doctors and providers out there like me who care deeply, who understand what it’s like to be going through this transition, what it’s like to be a woman navigating the world, particularly the healthcare system, and what it’s like to struggle with symptoms, and you just desperately want answers to feel better again.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

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658: 7 Books That Will Transform Your Life in 2025

July 1, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Books are powerful tools for self-growth and wellness.

In my personal experience, books have been truly life-changing. The right book at the right time can be exactly what you need to get back on track and start to feel like the clearest, most powerful version of YOU.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you some of my all-time favorite books across all genres. From authors like Mel Robbins to Gabrielle Bernstein, we’re covering fiction, non-fiction, and even my newest favorite– romantic fantasy (don’t knock it til you try it, ladies… trust me!).

Books can be an escape, a tool for self-love and confidence-building, and a way to reconnect with yourself and with others. So don’t miss this episode to uncover my top transformative books to add to your library!

IN THIS EPISODE

How books can be transformative for yourself and your wellness
7 of my favorite life-changing books for different seasons of life
How authors’ personal lives influence their written stories
A hint at when my future Book Club will be announced!
What to expect in my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

QUOTES

“The power of the right book at the right time… It doesn’t just give you information, it gives you transformation. And as I’m about to release my 9th book, The Perimenopause Revolution, I’m reminded why books matter so much.”

“Too many women have forgotten how wild and powerful they truly are. This book is a beautiful reminder and a challenge to become yourself again, to come home to yourself.”

“This is about thriving through the second half of our lives because when women feel alive, aligned, and energized, we don’t just exist. We transform our families, our communities. We transform the world.”

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655: The Hidden Truth About Perimenopause That No One’s Talking About (And Why It Changes Everything About How You Age)

June 20, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

If you’ve started to feel blindsided [and totally frustrated!] by energy crashes, brain fog, or mood swings in midlife, you’re not alone.

But here’s what no one’s talking about… this isn’t something to ignore or just power through. Perimenopause in midlife is a MASSIVE transition.

And the choices you make right NOW will determine your health for the next 40+ years.

In this episode, I’m sharing some science-backed strategies straight from my new book, The Perimenopause Revolution, to help you reclaim your energy, feel more like yourself again, and confidently navigate this powerful midlife transition.

We’re diving into the surprising connections between your current symptoms and your long-term health, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how to future-proof your body with smart, supportive habits.

Don’t let another day go by accepting less than you deserve. Listen here for all my tips and join the thousands of women who are already transforming their midlife experience with my perimenopause Freebies!

IN THIS EPISODE

The drastic changes we go through during perimenopause
The knowledge gap in women’s health research
How your choices now impact the quality of the rest of your life
How your hormones can bottom out during perimenopause
Essential biomarkers to monitor in perimenopause and beyond
Non-negotiable lifestyle strategies for optimal health
How to Pre-order The Menopause Revolution book and get tons of FREE bonuses!

QUOTES

“Once you understand what’s happening in your body during this profound transition… You can transform perimenopause from something that happens to you to something you navigate with power, knowledge, and most importantly, the right support.”

“8 out of 10 of the most common perimenopausal symptoms are brain-related. We’re talking sleep issues, brain fog, rage, mood swings, irritability, night sweats, zero stress tolerance, mental fatigue, anxiety, hot flashes…”

“It’s everything you need to get the results that you deserve. Perimenopause isn’t the beginning of your decline. It’s your wake-up call to step into the most vibrant, confident, unapologetic version of yourself for the next 40+ years.”

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#650: Unlock Your Health: The Ultimate Biomarker & Lab Blueprint to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond

June 3, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Let’s be honest, perimenopause and menopause are incredibly transformative journeys that NONE of us asked for. So, it’s up to us to find meaning and purpose amid these shifts.

That’s what this episode is all about– finding the power you hold to understand what’s really happening in your body at this stage of life.

It’s time to decode the symptoms you’ve been told to brush off again and again by your doctor, and take ACTION that changes your health trajectory today, and for all your days to come.

In this episode, I’ll provide you with the framework for understanding your body in perimenopause and help you take actionable steps to feel more alive and achieve the results you deserve.

We’re diving into labs, biomarkers, and how to harness this data to become the ultimate CEO of your health, feeling more confident in your body every day.

Tune in here and discover how to reclaim your story and feel empowered every step of the way!

IN THIS EPISODE

Why your metabolic health is key to your overall wellness
The 5 biomarkers of optimal metabolic health
Navigating the massive knowledge gap in our healthcare system
How to avoid chronic complications down the road
The three truths you need to know about your metabolic health
Understanding your specific lab ranges and analyzing your results
Action steps to find out if you’re metabolically healthy

QUOTES

“88% of women over 45 years old will have some level of metabolic dysfunction, and insulin resistance is really the silent force behind 8 out of the 10 top causes of death in the US.”

“Metabolic dysfunction and syndrome occur when three or more of the following biomarkers are out of range.”

“What a lot of us don’t realize is the things that are manifesting in our sixties and seventies really started in our forties. And often they could have been avoided with earlier, more targeted interventions.”