Be honest—do you really know what perimenopause is? Many women either aren't sure or think they're too young for it, but it can sneak up as early as your mid-30s with symptoms like sleep disturbances and anxiety. Recognizing it can transform your health journey! In today’s episode, I share the common mistakes women make during perimenopause and how to navigate this transformative phase more effectively.

Tune in to hear:

• Why discussing perimenopause early and recognizing symptoms can help break the stigma and get support
• How to adjust your diet and exercise for your changing hormonal needs
• The power of educating yourself about perimenopause to make informed health decisions
• How to build a support network or find a coach to share your journey and avoid isolation

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How often do you think about your hormones? Believe it or not, they play a huge role in your daily life! In today’s episode, I team up with Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan to explore the often overlooked topic of hormone health. We dive into the importance of testosterone in women—its vital role in muscle health, metabolism, and longevity—and the challenges women face with hormone replacement therapy. From navigating complex pharmacy regulations to finding effective, FDA-approved treatments, we cover it all. If you're navigating midlife and want to better understand your hormone health, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in and empower yourself with knowledge.

Today we cover:

• How testosterone plays a crucial role in women's bone and muscle health, especially during midlife
• The importance of personalized care, and why tailored hormone treatments can address symptoms that estrogen and progesterone therapies may not resolve
• Tips for navigating healthcare challenges - accessing testosterone replacement therapy can be challenging!
• How advocating against the stigma around hormone treatments ensures women receive better, more supportive healthcare - let’s break the stigma!

About Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan:

She is a medical doctor, specializing in the care of midlife women. She has a telemedicine practice called Portland Menopause Doc and works with Dr. Heather Hirsch as part of the Heather Hirsch MD Collaborative.

She has studied and worked in medicine for thirty years. Helping women through the menopause transition gives her immense joy and over the past few years she has centered her practice more and more around menopause care.

She is a board certified Family Physician, a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) and a member of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH). She teaches doctors in Oregon about this massive area of medicine, that has been neglected for the past twenty years, through educational lectures and also gives talks to businesses and local groups.

She is very active on social media as @PortlandMenopauseDoc, a frequent podcast guest, proud member of the Menoposse and a loud advocate for women’s equality in healthcare.

Connect with Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan:

Instagram: @PortlandMenopauseDoc

https://linktr.ee/portlandmenopausedoc

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What if more women had a coach to guide them through a topic we don’t talk about enough—menopause? This episode is a heartfelt dive into my personal and professional journey, navigating the realms of pharmacy and women’s health coaching. I want to provide a safe, judgment-free space for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and other midlife transitions. Tune in to hear about the importance of intuition in health, our group coaching setups, and how I'm working to demystify menopause!

We cover:

• Why menopause requires personalized care tailored to each woman's unique needs
• The importance of empowerment and how I help women make informed health decisions by focusing on prevention and lifestyle changes over medication
• The value of comprehensive support, offering personalized coaching on diet, exercise, sleep, relationships, and stress management
• Community matters! Join our coaching sessions, Q&A discussions, and connect with like-minded, supportive women

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