#19 – Menopause 101 – The Basics

Menopause Matters

December 19, 2022 ∙ 26 mins
Episode 20

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Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What is menopause? What causes it?
  • Why does each woman's menopause path differ?
  • When does it start, and how long does it last? What happens after menopause?
  • What can you do to make your Menopause Journey less miserable?
  • And much more!

To get 4 free chapters of Jeanne's book, "I Just Want to Be ME Again!" - go to https://menopausematterspodcast.com/freemeagain

About Jeanne:

Jeanne has been studying, speaking, writing, and coaching about menopause and women's Menopause Journeys for over a decade. She is the acclaimed author of 5 books about menopause, including her international bestseller, I Just Want to Be ME Again!, now in its Second Edition. Jeanne is a certified health coach and personal trainer.

 

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Website: https://menopausematterspodcast.com/

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Podcast

Menopause Matters

Episode

20

Date

December 19, 2022

Length

26 mins
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    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Why a woman might want her own unique scent. If scents aren’t a part of someone’s lifestyle, how could they get into the world of scents? And much more!   About Carolyn Dunne: Carolyn Dunne, Scent Artist, Jeweler, and founder of Escentuelle, lives her passion by […]

  • 6 – Jill Angie – One Great Tip for Beginning an Exercise Program

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: How does one in the menopausal gears get started with an exercise program? “Letting yourself suck.” What does that mean? An introduction to “interval running”. How can it work for you? And much more!   Connect with Jill! Website: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/ | https://notyouraveragerunner.com/runningstart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notyouraveragerunner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyouraveragerunner/ […]

  • 5 – Sharon Pope – If You're Struggling In Your Marriage, You Have Options

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  • 4 – Dr. Stephen Ezra West – How To Activate Your Lymph System

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  • 3 – Candice Snyder – Self-care Is More Than a Bubble Bath

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: The value of taking quiet time for yourself. Honoring who you are. (It’s more than bubble baths and wine! Spending time with your dog could be one, too!) Things that you might not want to be doing if you want to develop you purpose and passion. […]

  • 2 – Rosemary Carminati – How To Reinvent Yourself During Your Menopause Journey (Part 1)

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Navigating the “period of reinvention” when menopause comes along. The things that you enjoy before might not seem as fun anymore! Breaking the norms that were forced on us. And much more!   About Rosemary Carminati: Certified trainer at Elite Mentorship Training Academy, Certified trainer at […]

  • 1 – Dr. Joni Francisco – Dr. Joni's Best Advice for Women On Their Menopause Journey

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: The importance of curiosity to improving your well-being Fear and how it affects menopause The value of education and learning And much more!   About Dr. Joni: I created my FLOW process (Find your way, Love yourself enough, Own the tools and strategies, Wellness practices to […]

  • Menopause Matters – Trailer

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  • Getting to the Point: Microneedling Reviewed

    Karen demystifies the popular skincare treatment known as microneedling. She explores how this minimally invasive procedure stimulates collagen and elastin production to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and help with scars and stretch marks. She compares professional treatments with at-home devices, explains the pros and cons of each, and provides detailed guidance on safe at-home […]

  • Running vs Walking for Fast Fat Loss in Menopause

    Fast fat loss in menopause is not really the goal. Let’s be realistic and say this right out of the gate. Fast fat loss is a myth.  You may, however, drop inflammation fairly quickly with the right type of exercise.    Part 1: The Fat Burning Fundamentals Let’s start with the basics. When we talk […]

  • Ep #158: Bone Health Breakthroughs for Perimenopause and Menopause with Harleen Laroia

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  • 226 Start Cycle Syncing. The Secret To Feeling Better In Perimenopause with Laura Federico and Morgan Miller

    In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, we explore how cycle tracking—yes, even during perimenopause—can help you better understand your body, improve your mental health, and support hormonal balance. Guests Laura Federico and Morgan Miller, co-authors of The Cycle Book, explain how tuning into your cycle phases can reveal early signs of hormonal imbalance and […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – People Pleasing

    On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy & I are talking about people pleasing. We all do it – particularly women – but is it actually serving us? The need to belong and be liked often sees us doing or saying things that aren’t in alignment with who we truly are. When we put the needs of […]

  • Peanut Butter Isn't Protein! How to hit protein goals without going over your calories

    Peanut Butter Isn't Protein! How to hit protein goals without going over your calories Not all “high protein” products are created equal — and in today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the sneaky marketing that’s making you overshoot calories, carbs, and fats while still falling short on your protein goals. I’ll walk you […]

  • Take Up Space: A Perimenopause Body Builder on Her Strength Journey

    A Perimenopause bodybuilder shares her story on how to take up space and the history of women being strong before skinny.  Book author, Anne Marie Chaker, will surprise you about women’s empowerment and when skinny reared its ugly head. Stay ‘til the end and listen to a very subtle challenge we’ll give you about messages […]

  • Ep 488 A New Way to Party Without the Weight Gain

    Learn how I transformed my celebration season from a 6-week food free-for-all into mindful moments of savoring joy without the weight gain. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/488  

  • 20 – Hormones and metabolism: Unlocking the science with Professor Franck Mauvais-Jarvis

    “I don’t understand why we’re not shouting this from the rooftops, a simple medicine, a natural hormone, that can reduce the risk of both diabetes and breast cancer. That’s incredibly important, isn’t it?”      This week, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Franck Mauvais-Jarvis, Professor of Medicine at Tulane University and an endocrinologist specialising in […]

  • #136: Eat for Menopause: Symptom-Led Cooking with Karen Newby

    This week on Menomorphosis, I’m joined once again by the wonderful Karen Newby — nutritionist, author, and the go-to guide for using food to support your body through menopause. We’re diving into her brand-new book, The Natural Menopause Method Cookbook — a refreshing, symptom-led approach that takes the guesswork out of eating well during this […]

  • Eat for Menopause: Symptom-Led Cooking with Karen Newby

    This week on Menomorphosis, I’m joined once again by the wonderful Karen Newby — nutritionist, author, and the go-to guide for using food to support your body through menopause. We’re diving into her brand-new book, The Natural Menopause Method Cookbook — a refreshing, symptom-led approach that takes the guesswork out of eating well during this […]

  • Parenting, perimenopause & the mental load: Protecting your wellbeing in midlife

    In this episode of Meera’s Menopause Podcast, we dive into the emotional and mental toll of parenting in midlife – especially when layered with the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause. I’m joined by parenting expert and author Anita Cleare to explore the often invisible mental load carried by mothers, how it affects our resilience, […]

Menopause Matters

Did perimenopause – or menopause – catch you off guard? – Weird symptoms appearing from nowhere? – Wondering who is this person who’s inhabiting your body? – And most of all, having no one to talk to about it? It happened to me, too! Anger, depression, and a bottomed-out libido played havoc on my marriage, […]

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