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Menopause Masterclass: Recurrent UTIs and the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

November 3, 2026 ∙ 45 mins
Episode 77

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Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is the most undertreated condition of midlife — and one of the easiest to treat. In this solo episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver breaks down the symptoms most women never connect to their hormones: vaginal dryness, painful sex, urinary urgency, getting up at night to pee, delayed orgasm, and recurrent UTIs — infections that, in older women, can lead to sepsis, falls, and hospitalization. Affecting 50–80% of postmenopausal women (and effectively all of us if we live long enough), GSM can also strike at any low-estrogen stage of life, from postpartum to breastfeeding.

Dr. Haver shares her own story of missing the diagnosis in herself, then walks through exactly how to treat it: why vaginal estrogen — not lubricants — is now the frontline treatment, how the FDA’s November 2025 removal of the black box warning changes the conversation, how to apply it (“treat the whole neighborhood, not just the block”), and the options beyond estrogen, from vaginal DHEA to pelvic floor PT. It’s never too late to start — and you never have to just live with this.

Books:
The New Perimenopause: https://thepauselife.com/pages/the-new-perimenopause-book
The New Menopause: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKBZ4K1Z

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unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

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77

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November 3, 2026

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45 mins
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    This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Cindy Eckert, founder and CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and creator of Addyi, the first FDA approved treatment for low libido in women. Cindy is a pharmaceutical entrepreneur who began her career at Merck before founding her first company in 2007, focusing on undermarketed FDA […]

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    Understanding Your Brain Through Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Louisa Nicola

    An estimated 7.2 million Americans age 65 and older are currently living with Alzheimer’s dementia. The part that should alarm every woman listening is this: almost two thirds of them are women. In this episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with neurophysiologist and Alzheimer’s researcher Dr. Louisa Nicola to unpack what’s really happening to […]

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    Menopause, Hormones and Women’s Sexual Health with Dr. Rachel Rubin

    In this episode Dr. Mary Claire Haver is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin, a board-certified urologist and nationally recognized expert in sexual medicine, fellowship trained in both female and male sexual health. As assistant clinical professor of urology at Georgetown University and former education chair of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual […]

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    Strong Bones, Strong Body, Stronger Second Half with Dr Jocelyn Wittstein – Part 2

    In this continuation of their conversation, Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein and Dr. Mary Claire Haver shift from understanding why menopause affects bones and joints to what actually works for building stronger bones and preventing fractures. If you’ve been told your bone density is declining, or you’re worried about falls and fractures, this episode delivers the practical […]

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    Menopause, Frozen Shoulder and the Joint Pain Wake Up Call with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein – Part 1

    If you’ve ever struggled to put on a bra, reach behind your back, or lift your arm without searing pain in your shoulder, you’re not alone. Frozen shoulder strikes women in midlife at alarming rates, yet for decades, medicine dismissed it as a mystery condition with no known cause. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein saw […]

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    Sally Wainwright on Riot Women, Identity Theft of Menopause, and Writing Real Female Characters

    Award-winning British television creator Sally Wainwright joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to discuss her groundbreaking new BBC series Riot Women, a drama about five midlife women who form a punk rock band while navigating menopause, aging parents, and the complexities of life after 50. Sally, the creative force behind acclaimed series including Happy Valley, Gentlemen […]

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    From Hysteria to Medical Gaslighting and the Path Forward with Dr. Elizabeth Comen

    Dr. Elizabeth Comen is a board certified oncologist at NYU Langone Health, co-director of the Mignoni Women’s Health Collaborative, and author of the groundbreaking book “It’s All In Her Head: What It Reveals About Medicine’s Past and Present.” In this powerful conversation about medical gaslighting and women’s healthcare, she and Dr. Mary Claire Haver trace […]

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    Menopause Masterclass: Hormones, Brain Fog, Weight & Mental Health with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

    Dr. Mary Claire Haver breaks down everything you need to know about perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause in this solo episode, answering critical questions about hormones, symptoms, and treatment with the medical expertise and personal experience that’s made her a trusted voice for millions of women. Most women don’t realize perimenopause can begin at 35-36 years […]

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    Midlife Divorce: The Facts, The Finances, and The Fallout with Jenny Hutt

    Divorce rates for people over 50 have doubled since the 1990s, and women are initiating the majority of them. What’s really driving this shift? In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with family law attorney and broadcaster Jenny Hutt to discuss the facts, finances, and fallout of midlife divorce. Jenny Hutt […]

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    Leaving Her Dream Job for Menopause Advocacy: Tamsen Fadal on HRT & Purpose After 50

    What happens when a news anchor loses her words on live television and discovers it’s not stress, but menopause? Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to share why she walked away from her dream job in pursuit of changing the conversation around women’s health, the powerful story behind her New York […]

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    Orgasm After Menopause: Vibrators, Testosterone & Solutions with Dr. Lauren Streicher (Pt. 2)

    In our last episode of unPAUSED, we began a conversation with Dr. Lauren Streicher about orgasm, sexual function, and why these topics are still so taboo. Because there was so much to talk about, we decided to make this a two part episode. So today, Dr. Mary Claire Haver continues this conversation. Dr. Streicher is […]

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    Where Did My Orgasm Go? Menopause, SSRIs, and the Science of Pleasure with Dr. Lauren Streicher

    What happens to your orgasm after menopause? It’s something nearly half of women experience changes with in midlife, but so few are talking about it. In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Lauren Streicher to discuss exactly what changes to orgasm, libido, and sex, why it happens, and what […]

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    Menopause, Misogyny and the Medical System: Dr Sharon Malone Sets the Record Straight

    Dr. Sharon Malone has spent decades fighting for women to get the healthcare they deserve, and she’s not slowing down. As Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, host of “The Second Opinion” podcast, and author of the New York Times bestseller “Grown Woman Talk,” Dr. Malone joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver in this episode […]

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    Can't Take Estrogen? Dr. Corinne Menn on Who Can, Who Can't & What's Changed

    In this episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn to tackle one of the most common questions in women’s health: “Can I take estrogen?” As a board-certified OB-GYN, certified menopause practitioner, and 24-year breast cancer survivor, Dr. Menn brings both professional expertise and lived experience to this conversation about who can […]

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    Still Bobbi: Bobbi Brown on Reinvention, Midlife Entrepreneurship & Finding Purpose After 60

    What does it look like to begin again at 62 and thrive? Beauty industry pioneer Bobbi Brown joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver for an intimate conversation about her new memoir Still Bobbi, building Jones Road Beauty in her sixties, leaving behind the company that bore her name for 25 years, and redefining what success, purpose, […]

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    GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism Part 2: Dr. Rocio Salas Whalen Breaks Down the Science of Weight Loss and Menopause

    What happens after you lose the weight? Few are focused on this important question about GLP-1 medications. In Part 2 of this conversation on GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism, triple board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen continues her discussion with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, going deeper into what happens after weight loss including the physical and emotional […]

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    GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism: Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen Breaks Down the Science of Weight Loss and Menopause: Part 1

    Are GLP-1 medications a game-changer for women in midlife—or just another quick fix? In this conversation, triple board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to cut through the hype and share what women really need to know about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and the science behind sustainable weight loss. Dr. Salas-Whalen, founder of […]

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    Build Strength, Live Longer: The Menopause Longevity Blueprint with Dr. Vonda Wright

    What if weak bones and muscle loss aren’t just “normal aging” but the result of decades of misinformation? In this episode double board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to shatter the myth that frailty, fractures, and decline are inevitable for women in midlife. Dr. Wright explains why women can lose […]

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    Menopause and Heart Disease: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Jayne Morgan

    What if your hot flashes are actually warning signs about your cardiovascular health? Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with research cardiologist Dr. Jayne Morgan to talk about the intersection of menopause and heart disease. Dr. Morgan explains why women present with different heart attack symptoms than men, how menopause accelerates cardiovascular risk, and why […]

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    Leanne Morgan on Menopause, Success at 60, and Why She's Just Getting Started

    From selling jewelry in Tennessee living rooms to headlining arenas across America, Leanne Morgan’s path to success took 25 years, and it’s a story every woman in midlife needs to hear. The comedian and actress sits down with Dr. Mary Claire Haver for a funny and deeply honest conversation about what it really takes to […]

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    The Truth About Estrogen: What the Women's Health Initiative Got Wrong with Dr. Avrum Bluming & Dr. Carol Tavris

    What if the biggest health study in history got it wrong and millions of women paid the price? In this premiere episode of “unPAUSED,” Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Avrum Bluming, medical oncologist and former senior investigator at the National Cancer Institute, and Dr. Carol Tavris, social psychologist and co-authors of the […]

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    Introducing unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

    Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver […]

  • Most replayed moment: How to prevent microplastics entering your body | Dr Sabine Donnai & Dr Federica Amati

    Microplastics are everywhere. Tiny fragments we can’t see, taste, or smell and yet they’ve been found in our water, our food, and even our brains. Emerging research has linked microplastic exposure to hormone disruption, chronic inflammation, and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. But with plastics embedded in almost every aspect of modern life, is […]

  • 359 🦋 Reclaim Your Wonder in Midlife: Curiosity, Awe & Self-Empathy with Laura Munson, Bestselling Author of The Wild Why

    Were you ever told you ask too many questions, feel too much, or laugh too loud? On this episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine sits down with New York Times bestselling author Laura Munson to talk about her book The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder. Laura reads from her fourth-grade journal, introduces us to […]

  • 246 | Can Testosterone Really Help You Lose Belly Fat After 40?

    What if the changes you’re seeing in your body after 40 have less to do with doing more cardio—and more to do with protecting and building muscle? Testosterone gets a lot of attention in midlife, especially when we start talking about hormone imbalance, body composition, strength, and stubborn belly fat. But testosterone isn’t a shortcut, […]

  • The 4 Pillars of Better Sex in Midlife | Dr. Rena Malik

    📩 Get Dr. Vonda’s insights Want to understand what’s happening in your body — and what to do next? Each week, Dr. Vonda shares science-backed guidance on strength, bone health, muscle, and longevity — the same way she speaks to her patients. Clear. Practical. No noise. 👉 Join the newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3&   What if your […]

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    Menopause Masterclass: Recurrent UTIs and the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

    Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is the most undertreated condition of midlife — and one of the easiest to treat. In this solo episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver breaks down the symptoms most women never connect to their hormones: vaginal dryness, painful sex, urinary urgency, getting up at night to pee, delayed orgasm, and recurrent […]

  • Atheist Dies on the Operating Table, Meets Her Spirit Guide, and Sent Back With 12 Messages to Share on Love, Connections & Why We Are Never Alone | Nancy Rynes

    What if time isn’t real, multiple timelines exist simultaneously, and your consciousness can leave your body? In this episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Nancy Rynes (scientist, geologist, archaeologist, artist, inspirational speaker, and author of Awakenings from the Light: 12 Life Lessons from a Near Death Experience) reveals the unbelievable story of her near death experience […]

  • Ep. 243 – Quantum Upgrade: Protecting Your Energy with Todd Shipman

    In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Todd Shipman, a wellness entrepreneur and advocate for quantum technologies, to explore something that sounds like it belongs in a science fiction novel but is grounded in real physics: quantum entanglement. Todd explains how the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics legitimized this field of research and […]

  • The C-Section Hangover that Shows Up as Back Pain or Painful Seggs in Menopause

    C-section scar tissue pain may be connected to more than the scar you see in the mirror. Could an old C-section be influencing your posture, movement, core function, or intimacy decades later? The good news — It’s not necessarily too late What happens beneath the surface? Why do scar tissue and fascia deserve a closer […]

  • Clodagh McKenna: Finding Your Own Path, Food and the Importance of Change

    How do you know when it's time to change direction, and how do you find the confidence to start again? This week, Gabby is joined by chef, broadcaster and entrepreneur Clodagh McKenna for a conversation about family, food, relationships and the different paths life can take. Clodagh looks back on growing up in Ireland and […]

  • 115 – Bleeding on HRT: why it happens and what it means

    Is bleeding on HRT normal? It’s a common side effect that usually settles and there’s often a simple explanation. Consultant gynaecologist Tony Chalhoub worked for years in a rapid-access clinic for postmenopausal bleeding and helped establish Newcastle’s accredited endometriosis centre. He shares how a health scare ofhis own changed the way he listens to patients. […]

  • Hoe pak ik mijn slaapprobleem aan? Met slaapexperte Inge Declercq

    Schaapjes tellen, nog eens omdraaien en toch maar even op je telefoon kijken: voor 1 op de 3 mensen duurt de nacht soms eindeloos. Hoe komt het dat we met z’n allen zo slecht slapen? Wat kunnen de gevolgen zijn? En vooral: wat kunnen we eraan doen? In deze podcast zoeken Herte en Birte het uit met neurologe […]

  • Sarah Krieger: A fellow coaches experience using our rapid fat loss approach

    What happens when another fitness and nutrition coach looks at rapid fat loss and thinks, “There’s no way I’d put a woman on calories that low”… and then decides to try it herself? In this episode, I’m joined by fellow coach Sarah Krieger, who had been watching my clients use my rapid fat loss approach […]

  • Menopause, Ageism and Diet Culture with Deb Benfield RDN

    When Deb Benfield joined me last December, so many listeners told me they had never heard the term internalized ageism. And once they had, they couldn't unsee it. So I invited Deb back to go deeper. Deb and I talk about how the stories we absorbed about aging (hello, Mrs. Roper's muumuu) shape how we […]

  • How to Maintain Weight Loss Without Dieting Forever | MMP Ep. 348

    ☎️ Book Your COACHING INQUIRY Call: https://calendly.com/d/386-k9q-4cg/coaching-inquiry-call-zoom ☎️ Book Your COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION and CALORIE CALCULATION Call: https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You've probably lost weight before. The real challenge is keeping it off. In this episode, Stephanie Crassweller shares a private client call she has never released before on what it takes to maintain weight loss long term. She […]

  • 240: Docs Answer Listener Questions: Global Edition IV

    (00:00:00) 240: Docs Answer Listener Questions: Global Edition IV (00:00:05) Welcome to Itchy and Bitchy (00:00:48) Doc Itchy Medical Pet Supplements (00:01:24) Global Reach of Itchy and Bitchy (00:03:33) Addressing Listener Questions (00:06:45) Cyclospora and Food Safety (00:10:17) Tick-Borne Diseases and Prevention (00:13:08) Doc Itchy Medical Pet Supplements (00:13:15) Creatine Supplements: Benefits and Risks (00:15:53) […]

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    Not Sure You Want a Divorce? How to Prepare Before You Decide, with Jenny Hutt

    Should I stay or should I go? If you’re asking yourself “Should I get a divorce?”, I sat down with divorce attorney Jenny Hutt, who is separated from her husband, to talk about why gray divorce has doubled since 1990, why midlife divorce so often hits when the kids leave and an empty nest marriage […]

  • How Did Your Parents Mess You Up? My Daughter Got Brutally Honest About What I Got Wrong

    What if you could sit down with your parents and finally tell them what they got wrong? Or ask your kids what they wish you’d done differently? Today, Mel and her daughter Sawyer are having the kind of honest conversation most families never have. And Sawyer isn’t holding back. She asks Mel lots of questions, […]

  • Will Mellor: “Wait another day, don’t give up” Fame, family and managing grief

    Actor Will Mellor burst onto the nation’s screens as Jambo from Hollyoaks in 1995. Since then he’s tackled the ups and downs of fame, the heartbreak of loss and the joy of becoming a father. He and Fearne talk about going back 30 years (!), discuss the complex relationship he has with his dad and […]

  • Is it too late to start HRT after 60?

    Liz is regularly asked what age is too late to consider HRT and explores the benefits and risks of starting after 60. She explains how body identical patches and gels have moved on from older tablet forms of HRT and talks about how vaginal oestrogen can offer relief from dryness, discomfort and UTIs. Plus: advice […]

  • Begin Again Moments: How To Live A Happier More Hopeful Life

    In this episode of Begin Again Moments, Davina is joined by award-winning writer Caitlin Moran and acclaimed journalist and author, Eleanor Mills, for two uplifting conversations about finding happiness, rediscovering yourself and learning to live a more hopeful life. Caitlin shares the small but powerful changes that can transform how we feel about our lives. […]

  • BONUS episode: Who Guides Us Through The Menopause Portal?

    In this special bonus episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely shares a personal story that changed the entire direction of her career and introduces a framework she believes every woman deserves to know about. She recounts a moment from her very first month of practice, when a woman in her forties came in for low back pain […]

  • The 4-week reset for midlife women: nutritionist Rose Ferguson on gut health, perimenopause, energy, mood & sleep

    Could a four-week reset help you feel better than ever or even change your life? This week, Lorraine & Trish welcome nutritionist & functional medicine practitioner Rose Ferguson, former 90s model & author of The Reset: The 4-Week Plan to Feel Better Than Ever onto the show to talk about how to turn around sleep, […]

  • The Elephant in the Room: Mammograms, Thermography & Taking Ownership of Your Breast Health

    Wise Divine Women Podcast | Solo Episode with Dana Irvine Are you avoiding mammograms? Have you questioned your breast health choices but felt uncomfortable talking about them? You’re not alone. In this thought-provoking episode of the Wise Divine Women Podcast, Dana Irvine opens up a conversation many women hesitate to have: the personal decisions surrounding […]

  • Perimenopause: Why Less Exercise, More Recovery & Better Nutrition May Be the Answer

    Are you eating less, exercising harder, and still gaining weight? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Wise Divine Women Podcast, host Dana Irvine, FDNP, welcomes fitness and health coach Lindsey Mathews for an empowering conversation about perimenopause, menopause, hormone health, nutrition, and finding a healthier relationship with exercise. After gaining 50 pounds in […]

  • The Menopause Symptom You Can't Feel: 5 Ways to Protect Your Bones | Dr. Vonda Wright

    Get Dr. Vonda’s latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity The fracture that happens in your 60s or 70s often starts a decade earlier.Bone loss is the menopause symptom that can change the rest of your life […]

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    Dense Breasts, Family History and Your Mammogram: How to Know your Real Risk

    In part two, Dr. Mary Claire Haver and breast oncologist Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky shift to breast cancer risk, prevention, and early detection: dense breasts, family history myths (only 5–10% of breast cancers are hereditary), risk assessment from age 25, who needs genetic testing, and why previvors in surgical menopause can use hormone therapy without raising […]

  • Re-Air: #1 Body Language Expert Explains Subtle Cues Impact Everything From Dating To Work Promotions | Vanessa Van Edwards

    What if the way you say “hello” is holding you back in life? This week, we’re revisiting our episode with Vanessa Van Edwards: body language expert, behavioral researcher, and founder of Science of People. She shares powerful insights from her bestselling book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. In this must-watch episode, the […]

  • Does Cardio After Weights Change Your Results After 40 and Does More Protein Help?

    Should you do cardio after strength training?  How much protein do you really need to build muscle after 50? If you’ve ever wondered whether cardio is interfering with your strength gains—or whether you need to eat more protein to see results—this episode will help you look beyond the headlines. Let’s dive into the research on […]

  • Episode 52: CHANGING THE WORLD BY REVOLUTIONIZING PERI/MENOPAUSE CARE WITH DR. RACHEL RUBIN

    🤘CATCH MENOPUNKS ON TOUR THIS WEEK IN DC/NYC/PA/MASS AND HELP US MENOPUNK THE VOTE!✅🗳️⚡️ ⚡️In this deeply informative and rousing episode, badass urologist and voice of hormonal reason Dr. Rachel Rubin discusses the history of hormone therapy, its impact on women’s health, and the importance of reclaiming bodily autonomy through hormonal access. She unpacks the […]

  • The beauty secrets that stand the test of time – with Jo Fairley and Sarah Stacey

    How can we cut through the noise of the beauty industry and find products that genuinely deliver? Beauty experts Jo Fairley and Sarah Stacey join Liz to share the skincare, makeup and haircare heroes rated by thousands of women over 30 years for their go-to guide, The Beauty Bible. They discuss where it’s worth spending […]

  • Your heart health starts BEFORE your first period!

    🌿 Be first to find out about the Peri/Menopause Game Plan. My new live experience is coming very soon. Get on the list and you’ll hear about it before anyone else. Join the list → 🔥 Missed the Hotflash inc Summit 2026? Catch up on all 22 sessions with the All Access Pass. Get your […]

  • Inside the daily routine of the world’s best nutrition doctor – the 6 things you need every day to cut your risk of cancer & dementia

    What does a healthy daily routine really look like? In this episode, world-leading nutritionist Dr Federica Amati shares what she eats in a day, from breakfast to dinner, and her six everyday habits that may lower your risk of cancer, dementia and help you live longer. No 4am alarms, cryotherapy chambers, or other protocols – […]

  • Sudden Weight Gain: Is It Inflammation or Is It Fat? | MMP Ep. 347

    ☎️ Book Your COACHING INQUIRY Call: https://calendly.com/d/386-k9q-4cg/coaching-inquiry-call-zoom ☎️ Book Your COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION and CALORIE CALCULATION Call: https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The scale jumped four pounds overnight. Or you've gained twenty pounds in six months and can't point to a single thing you changed. In this episode of the Metabolism and Menopause Podcast, Stephanie breaks down the difference between […]

  • SEEN & HEARD: Breast Cancer, Menopause & Life After Treatment: What Nobody Prepares You For | Trish Michelle & Dr. Kameelah Phillips

    What happens when breast cancer treatment ends, but you’re still navigating everything it changed? In this episode of Seen & Heard, Trish Michelle, Patient Advocate & Public Speaker, Founder of Reclaim October + COO of The Breasties, joins Dr. Kameelah Phillips, board-certified OB-GYN, menopause specialist, and founder of Evolve Gyn, for an honest conversation about […]

  • 245 | 5 Perimenopause Symptoms That Are Making Your Life Miserable

    Your period is unpredictable, your sleep is a mess, and you’re dragging through the day wondering what in the world changed. If you’re in perimenopause, changing progesterone may be one piece of that puzzle. In this episode of The Menopause Makeover, we’re talking about hormones estrogen and progesterone—specifically what can happen when ovulation becomes less […]

  • Ryan Holiday: The Stoic Way To Calm Your Mind & Control Your Response To Anything!

    What if the secret to a happier life isn’t controlling what happens to you, but changing how you respond? In this inspiring episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with bestselling author and Daily Stoic creator Ryan Holiday to explore how the ancient philosophy of Stoicism can help us find calm, courage and purpose […]

  • The Boobie Docs, Robyn Roth, Explains Perimenopausal Breast Changes And The Risks of Breast Cancer | 308

    Women in perimenopause and menopause who have been avoiding their mammogram, are confused about breast density, or have ever been told a finding is ‘probably benign’ and sent home without follow-up — this episode is for you. Most women who develop breast cancer have no family history. The two biggest risk factors are being female […]

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    Told You're Too Much, Too Different or Too Late? How to Stop Shrinking to Fit, with Misty Copeland

    Ever been told you’re too much, too different, or too late? Misty Copeland heard it all and became a legend anyway. In this episode, she shares how to stop shrinking to fit, how to speak up for yourself even when the room isn’t built for you, and what she’s learned about perimenopause and a body […]

  • To the Point: Divorce & Relationships

    Gabby answers your questions on divorce, co-parenting and relationships. How honest should you be with your children about a difficult divorce? And how do you respond when friends seem to constantly complain about their partners? Gabby shares her thoughts on navigating separation, knowing when relationship gripes are harmless and when they’re a sign of something […]

  • 112 – What do I do if my doctor dismisses my menopause symptoms?

    Doctor dismissing your menopause symptoms? Dr Phyllis Nsiah-Kumi explains how to get heard and get the right care. Dr Phyllis Nsiah-Kumi, MD, MPH, is a US physician with more than 25 years in women’s health and public health, much of it with underserved communities. She regularly sees women for whom she is the third, fourth […]

  • Happy Place Hotline: Excruciating embarrassment and resisting rest

    That moment you want the ground to swallow you whole – we’ve all been there! On this week’s Happy Place Hotline, Fearne helps listener Charlotte get an embarrassing moment off her chest, and shares some of her own red-faced experiences. We also hear from Olivia, who feels like she’s carrying the weight of friends, family […]

  • The Best Relationship Advice I’d Give My 27-Year-Old Daughter

    How do you know if the person you love is “the one”? How do you know when it’s time to walk away? How do you resolve your differences without blowing up your relationship? If you’ve been questioning your relationship, struggling to find love, feeling like you’re losing yourself in your partner’s life, or trying to […]

  • 264 Are We Feeding Our Bodies the Full Alphabet They Need to Thrive

    What if health isn't just about how many calories we eat, but the nutrients we're giving our cells? I explore the nutritional alphabet analogy and why nutrient variety matters for energy, muscle, bones, brain health, and vitality, especially through menopause and beyond. Discover why focusing on nourishment rather than restriction can help you build healthier habits, […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Beliefs

    On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about beliefs, and how the stories we tell ourselves can shape our lives, often without us even realising it. We discuss how many of our beliefs are formed in childhood, and how limiting beliefs can hold us back, affect our confidence, and stop us from […]

  • Thyroid Health, Menopause & the Symptoms That Get Missed

    Menopause Mastery | Thyroid Health, Menopause & the Symptoms That Get Missed | Episode 302 with Dr. Saadia Mian  Welcome to Menopause Mastery! 🌿 Could your persistent fatigue, weight changes, or other symptoms be connected to more than menopause alone?  In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Dr. Saadia Mian, a functional medicine-trained […]

  • 108: Protecting your bones with Dr. Ritika Narula

    Bone loss can begin earlier than many women realize, and perimenopause is a critical time to start paying attention to your bone health. As estrogen levels decline, bone loss can accelerate, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures later in life. Yet, bone health is often overlooked until a problem arises. In this final episode […]

  • Part Two: The Alien Invasion Already Happened. JFK, The CIA & Who’s Really Controlling History | Peter Levenda

    What if the UFO phenomenon isn’t simply being investigated by governments, but is being used to investigate us? And what if the forces behind it are connected to consciousness, intelligence agencies, occultism, and nonhuman intelligence? In this episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Peter Levenda, author of the Sinister Forces trilogy and co-author with Blink-182’s Tom […]

  • "I Run, I Lift, and I've Gained 10 Pounds": The Midlife Metabolism Shift with Michelle Gordon, DO (Episode 298)

    You run (or bike or swim or hike…), you lift, you’ve got the training logs to prove nothing has changed. You eat the same as you always have. And you’ve still gained 10 pounds…or more. Obesity medicine physician Dr. Michelle Gordon is here this week to explain why. She covers the metabolic slowdown of perimenopause, […]

  • Premier Women’s Health: Advances in Oncoplastic and Robotic Surgeries with Dr. Lucy De La Cruz

    What if breast cancer treatment could prioritize both survival and quality of life? In this last episode of October, Dr. Lucy De La Cruz joins us to discuss the latest advances in breast cancer surgery, robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy, immediate breast reconstruction, and sensory nerve restoration. Dr. De La Cruz shares why women deserve to understand […]

  • Dr. Amna Dermish: Planned Parenthood & Menopause Care

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  • Episode 241 – From “I Don’t Recognise Myself” to a Future Full of Possibility

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  • BV or Thrush? How to Tell the Difference & Get the Right Help, with Dr Charlotte-Eve Short. S8. Ep 3.

    Do you get more discharge than you used to? A fishy smell that won’t go away (if you know, you know!)? Recurrent itching, burning and discomfort? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) or thrush may be the culprit, but some of these are also classic symptoms of menopause, as the vaginal tissue becomes drier and more sensitive. It’s […]

  • 67 \ Does Your Faith Have A Body?

    Hi! Today’s episode addresses the ‘ringing silence’ that is the Church’s teaching on the body and looks at four ways in which we can start to turn that around and engage more helpfully with the topic. Is the Church ready to step up, be a bit countercultural, and start to set a better example? I’d […]

  • Most replayed moment: Why appreciating flavour could stop you overeating | Spencer Hyman & Professor Tim Spector

    Why is it so hard to stop eating certain foods? Most of us assume it comes down to willpower. But according to today’s guests, the answer may actually lie in the difference between taste and flavour. Because while those two words sound interchangeable, they describe very different experiences. Taste is often engineered – carefully designed […]

  • 358 🔢 What Your Numbers Reveal About Midlife: Maturity Number, Personal Year & Divine Timing with Joy Woodward, Author of Your Destiny Is in Your Numbers

    What if that restless, something’s-gotta-change feeling in midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s your timing? On this episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine sits down with internationally acclaimed Pythagorean numerologist Joy Woodward, author of the brand-new Your Destiny Is in Your Numbers (HarperOne). Joy shares how one numerology reading took her from the corporate ladder and the […]

  • 244 | Why Your Belly Changes in Perimenopause—and How to Lose the Fat

    Have you looked in the mirror lately and wondered, “Why does my stomach look so different when I haven’t gained that much weight?” Your jeans are tighter, your waistline is thicker, and the healthy habits that used to work just aren’t giving you the same results. Friend, I hear this from women over 40 all […]

  • Ep 551: Why You Still Struggle With Food After Years of Dieting

    After years of dieting, you may know all the rules about what to eat and when to eat. But knowing the rules doesn’t necessarily mean you feel at peace with food. I know what it’s like to spend years focused on weight loss and eventually realize there was something more I needed to understand. In […]

  • Menopause Skin Care: How to Prevent Collagen Loss and Improve Skin Hydration | Dr. Corrine Erickson | #184

    📩 Get Dr. Vonda’s insights Want to understand what’s happening in your body — and what to do next? Each week, Dr. Vonda shares science-backed guidance on strength, bone health, muscle, and longevity — the same way she speaks to her patients. Clear. Practical. No noise. 👉 Join the newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3&   For many women, […]

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    Told You Can Never Take Estrogen? HRT After Breast Cancer

    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with breast oncologist Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky, author of Beyond the Pink, to take on the dogma that women with breast cancer — or a family history of it — can never take estrogen. They cover why estrogen does not cause breast cancer, who is […]

  • The Alien Invasion Already Happened. JFK, The CIA & Who’s Really Controlling History | Peter Levenda

    What if the UFO phenomenon isn’t simply being investigated by governments, but is being used to investigate us? And what if the forces behind it are connected to consciousness, intelligence agencies, occultism, and nonhuman intelligence? In this episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Peter Levenda, author of the Sinister Forces trilogy and co-author with Blink-182’s Tom […]

  • Ep. 242 – Detox Demystified: everything you need to know to support your body's disposal system with David Mara

    In this illuminating conversation, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes David Roberts, co-founder of Mara Labs, to unpack one of the most confusing topics in wellness: detoxification. David’s journey into this work is deeply personal. After his late wife Mara was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer in 2012, he partnered with Johns Hopkins-trained researcher Dr. John […]

  • Is Your Nervous System Holding You Back? HRV, Stress, and Recovery in Midlife

    Nervous system recovery in midlife may be the missing piece when your usual workouts, recovery routines, and sheer determination no longer deliver the results you expect.  Are you pushing through fatigue or chasing better recovery scores?  For women in midlife and beyond, HRV, stress, and the stories you tell yourself can influence the way you […]

  • Nicky Campbell: Speaking Out, Finding Family, and Saying Goodbye

    How do we find the courage to speak the truth about our past, and what happens when we finally do? Gabby is rejoined by broadcaster and Long Lost Family presenter Nicky Campbell. Nicky has been a fixture of British broadcasting for decades, hosting on BBC Radio 5 Live and fronting ITV's Long Lost Family, now […]

  • 113 – Does menopause speed up ageing? What estrogen does to inflammation

    Does menopause speed up ageing? The science shows inflammation accelerates in perimenopause, and estrogen can slow it. Nikolina Lauc is CEO of GlycanAge, which measures a marker of low-grade inflammation in our antibodies, building on research her father has dedicated his scientific career to. Nikolina’s research shows estrogen can prevent, and even reverse, the rise […]

unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver […]

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