Turning Down the Heat Understanding & Managing Hot Flashes in Perimenopause with Dr. Christine Hart Kress, Dr. Aoife Dr. O'Sullivan, & Dr. Rebbecca Hertel

Perimenopause WTF?

December 4, 2025 61 mins

About

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your peri journey.

Today’s episode is titled “Turning Down the Heat Understanding & Managing Hot Flashes in Perimenopause” Doctors Christine Hart Kress, Aoife O'Sullivan, and Rebbecca Hertel demystify the science of hot flashes and night sweats, moving beyond myths to reveal common triggers. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies and treatments that will help you turn down the heat!

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Meet Today’s Experts

Dr. Christine A. Hart Kress, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, NEA-BC, MSCP, is a highly experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Menopause Society Practitioner (MSCP) with over 30 years in women's health. Dr. Hart Kress is the CEO and owner of a specialized telemedicine practice focused on comprehensive menopause and midlife care, empowering women to navigate perimenopause and beyond with personalized, evidence-based treatment, including training in hormone prescribing and sexual medicine. She is also the co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast.

Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan, MD, NCMP, is a board-certified Family Physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) dedicated to empowering women through their midlife health journeys. Trained originally in Ireland, she is the Founder of Portland Menopause Doc, LLC, a telemedicine practice specializing in personalized, evidence-based care for perimenopause and menopause. She is a passionate educator, speaker, and co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast, focusing on advancing physician and community understanding of women's sexual and midlife health.

Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP, is a board-certified Osteopathic Family Medicine Physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) with over 20 years of expertise dedicated to women's midlife health. As the Founder and CEO of Osteopathic Midlife Health, a specialized telemedicine practice, she provides personalized, integrative, and precision-based care for perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Hertel is a passionate educator, co-host of "The Dusty Muffins" podcast, and host of "The Founder's Series," sharing evidence-based insights to help women thrive in this powerful season of life.

Let’s Connect!

Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice. 


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December 4, 2025

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61 mins
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    This time Rachel talks with Mimi Ison about midlife, changes and crushing stereotypes. Mimi is your new pro-aging friend! Originally a Northern Cali girl, she has been living in LA for over 2 decades. In her mid-50s she was trying to figure out how to do this getting older thing when your body gets as […]

  • Pellets, Hormones and Breast Cancer – Myths & Truths with Dr. Corinne Menn

    This time Rachel meets  with Dr. Corinne Menn, board certified OB-GYN, NAMS menopause specialist, breast cancer survivor and medical advisor at Alloy. Rachel and Dr. Menn will debunk myths around pellets (there are so many questions!!!),  menopausal hormone therapy and breast cancer. Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause […]

  • How To Maintain Healthy Habits During The Holidays with Dr. Mittal

    This time Rachel meets Richa Mittal, MD. Dr. Richa Mittal founded her membership-based weight loss and metabolic health practice Radiant Health Weight Loss and Wellness to provide the Frisco and DFW community with a unique and comprehensive solution. By keeping her membership practice small, she is able to offer personalized and integrative care that is […]

  • How To Train Effectively During Your Menopause Transition with Kate Rowe-Ham

    This time Rachel meets with the wonderful Kate Rowe-Ham. Kate Rowe-Ham is a Women’s Health Coach with a special interest in menopause fitness and nutrition. She is also the founder of the Owning Your Menopause App. Kate is passionate about educating women on how to exercise at this time and how movement and diet go hand […]

  • The 4 Stages of Menopause with Dr. Kamilia Smith

    This time Rachel talks with Dr. Kamilia Smith – Women’s Health Expert, OBGYN, Menopausal Medicine and CEO + Founder of Charleston House. Download our free perry app to join the sisterhood and meet other perimenopause warriors, because perimenopause is so much easier when you are not alone. Check out our new book – ⁠The Perry Menopause […]

  • Surgical Menopause at 34 with Victoria Hardy

    This time Rachel talks with Victoria Hardy. Victoria Hardy is a Menopause Mentor, Conversationalist and up-coming author. A 30 something experiencing Chemical and now Surgical Menopause since age 33, she’s shouting loud for those who are outside, the societal Menopause box. With 22 years corporate banking transformation experience, she disrupted the norm at work to […]

  • Early Menopause and POI (Premature Ovarian Insufficiency) with Dr. Mandy Leonhardt

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Mandy Leonhardt. Dr Mandy Leonhardt is a fully qualified and GMC registered GP. She is particularly interested in women’s health, nutrition and healthy ageing and my ongoing professional development reflects this passion. She offers a private clinic which specializes in the holistic assessment and individualized treatment of hormonal imbalances […]

  • Revolutionize Your Midlife with Dr. Amanda Hanson

    This time Rachel meets Dr. Amanda Hanson, clinical psychologist & coach. And together, they are going to reimagine Midlife & reclaim the glory of being women—in all our nuanced, imperfect beauty. To reclaim our beauty and bodies and all the parts of us they told us were no longer lovable or valuable. This is what […]

  • Why Hormone Balancing Diets Are Bullsh*t with Abby Langer

    This time Rachel meets with Abby Langer, registered dietitian, food & nutrition writer and author of the bestselling book Good Food, Bad Diet 📚. Abby and Rachel talk about diet culture including hormone diets predatory language if any foods are really off-limits  eating disorders in midlife  and the most infuriating myths Abby works to debunk […]

  • No-Nonsense Perimenopause Nutrition Advice with Emma Bardwell

    This time Rachel meets with Emma Bardwell. Emma Bardwell is a registered nutritionist, health writer and author of the book The Perimenopause Solution. Her evidence-based, no-nonsense approach has made her one of the go-to names in women’s health and nutrition. She combines the most up-to-date research with a 360-degree lifestyle audit to help women optimise […]

  • Smashing The Menopause Taboo with Award Winning TV Journalist Tamsen Fadal

    This time Rachel meets Tamsen Fadal, Emmy winning TV Journalist, Anchor and Menopause Advocate. Both will talk about smashing the menopause taboo in an industry which has a history of being tough on women in their midlife stage. Tamsen Fadal is evening news anchor at WPIX-TV for the last decade,  a wife, bonus mom to […]

  • WTF – Why Do Hormones Impact my Skin? with Caire Beauty Co-Founder Celeste Lee

    This time Rachel meets with Celeste Lee, co-founder of Caire Beauty – skin care for ‘grown ups’. Celeste and Rachel will talk about skin health and perimenopause, how hormonal changes can impact our skin and what’s going on with that peri acne! Check out Caire Beauty’s beautiful skin care assortment here. With the exclusive code […]

  • Money & Midlife with Allison Kvikstad – Certified Financial Planner™

    This time Rachel meets with Allison Kvikstad – Certified Financial Planner™ to talk about everything Retirement Planning – Saving & Preparing. Although an unusual topic here in our perry sisterhood it is an IMPORTANT one and one that is often swept under the rug. Women are have often been taught not to talk about money […]

  • Perimenopause 101 – Let's Talk The Essentials with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany – OBGYN and founder of Tribe Called V.  Rachel and Dr. Ghofrany talk ind-depth perimenopause knowledge, symptoms and treatment options. It is a much needed session to deep dive into perimenopause essentials, preparing us to understand symptoms, decrease anxiety and lead an efficient conversation with our health […]

  • How to Heal & Thrive After Divorce with Tonya Carter

    This time Rachel meets with Tonya Carter, certified, speaker, coach & author of “Divorce Your Story – A Woman’s Guide to Heal & Thrive After Divorce”. Being a single mother of two, Tonya realized that she allowed her circumstances to hold her back from discovering her true life’s purpose. Experiencing divorced, five job losses in […]

  • Treating Symptoms with Western or Naturopathic Medicine? with Dr. Ballard and Dr. Stansbury

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Joy’El Ballard, OBGYN and Dr. Jillian Stansbury, Naturopathic Family Physician and formulator for Wile Women a plant-based brand for peri/menopause solutions. Herbs, plant-based solutions, HRT, supplements, birth control, lifestyle changes? The list of treatment options is long and often polarising. We are bringing together 2 leading voices in the […]

  • Metabolism 101 – WTF Is Happening & How You Can Improve it with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

    This time Rachel meets with Alyssa Olenick, PhD. Weight Gain and a changing metabolism are one of the key concerns in the perry sisterhood. Alyssa is an Exercise Physiologist, sports nutritionist, weight lifter, and ultra runner. She is known for her high energy and sassy approach to bringing science to your training in a no-nonsense […]

  • Breast Cancer, PeriMenopause & HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) with Dr. Liz O'Riordan

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Liz O’Riordan, breast surgeon, breast cancer survivor, author and podcaster. You can order Dr. O´Riordan’s book ‘The Complete Guide To Breast Cancer’ here and subscribe here to her podcast ‘Don’t Ignore The Elephant’. Dr. O’Riordan talks us through her journey of breast cancer, menopause & the role of HRT […]

  • Anyone Else Falling Apart Or Is It Just Me? with Jen Mann

    This time Rachel meets with Jen Mann. Jen Mann is best known for her wildly popular and hysterical blog People I Want to Punch in the Throat. She has been described by many as Erma Bombeck―with f-bombs. Jen is the author of the New York Times bestseller People I Want to Punch in the Throat: […]

  • Sleep Apnea and Perimenopause with Emma Cooksey

    This time Rachel meets with Emma Cooksey – the host of the Sleep Apnea Stories podcast. Emma Cooksey is a podcast host and writer.   She was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea at the age of 30, after more than a decade of unexplained health problems.  Once diagnosed, she felt alone while navigating life with sleep […]

  • Perimenopause Weight Loss – No Bullsh*t Advice from Susan Niebergall and Kim Schlag

    Rachel meets with the power duo Susan Niebergall, online coach at Inner Circle and Kim Schlag, personal trainer & nutrition coach for women 40+. The three of them talk one of the most discussed perimenopause topic : weight gain and weight management. Susan and Kim are known for their no bullsh*t advice and pragmatic tips […]

  • How To Find Relief with Arthritis & Joint Pain with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn

    Rachel meets with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn physical therapist in Salt Lake City, UT, osteoarthritis specialist, and founder of Keep the Adventure Alive. Rachel & Dr. Kuhn will talk about osteoarthritis, joint pain in perimenopause and non-surgical lifestyle interventions for improvement. Dr. Kuhn specializes in osteoarthritis treatment because she found through her physical therapy career, people […]

  • Early Menopause After Breast Cancer with Dani Binnington

    Rachel meets with Dani Binnington patients advocate, breast cancer survivor and creating awareness around early menopause after cancer. Rachel & Dani talk about Dani’s journey through breast cancer which lead her into early menopause. Dani’s journey to seek a holistic approach to her wellbeing started after her breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 33. […]

  • How To Take Care Of Your Skin During Perimenopause with Rochelle Weitzner

    This time Rachel meets with Rochelle Weitzner, founder and CEO of Pause Well-Aging. A skin care brand specifically for peri/menopause warriors. Rachel & Rochelle talk about everything skin and perimenopause, the right beauty routine and must have skin care products for anyone in perimenopause. Perimenopause WTF Questions which will be answered during this perry talk […]

  • Women Are Not Small Men with Dr. Stacy Sims

    Rachel meets with Dr. Stacy T Sims – a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionize exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, focusing on female athlete health and performance and pushing the dogma to improve research on […]

  • ADHD & Perimenopause with Dr. Hamdani

    This time Rachel meets and talks with Dr. Sasha Hamdani Board Certified Psychiatrist, ADHD specialist and author of the book Self Care of People with ADHD.   Rachel & Dr. Hamdani talk about ADHD & Perimenopause.  Does ADHD get worse during perimenopause?  What is the difference in symptoms?  Can you develop it at a later age?  […]

  • Perimenopause Treatment Options with Dr. Sharon Malone

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Dr. Sharon Malone, Chief Medical Officer at Alloy – an online provider for personalized menopause solutions. Dr. Sharon Malone is a force of good, who educates about menopause with compassion. In this perry talk you can […]

  • How To Live Your Best Sex Life During Perimenopause with Kelly Casperson, MD

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Kelly Casperson, MD Urologist and Author of the Book & Podcast ‘You Are Not Broken’. Rachel & Dr. Casperson talk about perimenopause and sexual desire. To learn more about the wonderful Dr. Kelly Casperson Check out […]

  • Pleasure – How To Communicate Your Body Changes With Your Partner with Dr. Laurie Mintz

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets Dr. Laurie Mintz to talk about how to address our body changes and potential pleasure changes during perimenopause to our partner.  Dr. Mintz (check out her website here) is psychologist, professor, speaker and author of ‘Becoming Cliterate’ […]

  • Perimenopause 1-0-1 with Dr. Annice Mukherjee

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Annice Mukherjee, Consultant Endocrinologist, Speaker and Author of the book The Complete Guide To The Menopause Rachel & Dr. Mukherjee shed light into the dark of the essentials of perimenopause, must knows, treatment options and different stages. Perimenopause WTF Questions which will be answered during this perry talk What […]

  • Sobriety in Midlife with Lori Massicot

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Lori Massicot. Lori is an advocate for midlife made healthy, happy and alcohol-free. Rachel & Lori talk about sobriety in perimenopause and midlife. Click here – to learn more about Lori Massicot and her ‘To 50 […]

  • Sleep Disorders & Solutions in Perimenopause with Dr. Shelby Harris

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Dr. Shelby Harris to talk everything sleep problems and perimenopause. Dr. Harris specializes in the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression. She is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (BSM) by the […]

  • Premature Menopause at Age 14 with Hayley Cockman

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Hayley Cockman, who experienced menopause at the age of 14. She is now an avid advocate for peri/menopause awareness. To learn more about the magnificent Hayley, check out her instagram. Perimenopause can be a lonely journey […]

  • Heart Health in Perimenopause with Dr. Nicole Harkin

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets and talks with Dr. Nicole Harkin –  board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Clinical Lipidology (Cholesterol Doctor) Rachel & Dr. Harkin talk about everything heart health and perimenopause – a must listen for […]

  • How To Support Perimenopause With Lifestyle Hacks with Amanda Thebe

    Welcome to an exciting episode of the perry podcast with the wonderful host Rachel Hughes. This time Rachel meets with Amanda Thebe, best-selling author of her book Menopocalypse. Rachel & Dr. Casperson talk about how to live your best perimenopause through lifestyle hacks. Check out Amanda’s Instagram channel here.  Perimenopause can be a lonely journey – […]

  • Parenting in Perimenopause with Dr. Sarah Milken

    This time Rachel meets with Dr. Sarah Milken founder and host of the podcast ‘The Flexible Neurotic’ Rachel & Sarah talk about parenting, midlife self reinvention and how to learn to be kind with yourself. What you should do next! Go and check out Sarah’s podcast, have a laugh and learn a ton Join our […]

  • 224: DOCs Itchy&Bitchy Answer YOUR Questions – Global Edition!

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    Estrogen 101: What I Learned From the World’s Top Menopause Doctors

    If you’ve ever wondered what estrogen actually does, or whether hormone therapy (HRT) is right for you, this episode is for you. During perimenopause and menopause, falling estrogen levels can contribute to brain fog, hot flashes, night sweats, joint pain, sleep problems, mood changes, and even long-term bone health. Yet most women are never told […]

  • Find Your Purpose & Live a Meaningful Life Today with the #1 Happiness Expert

    In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to feel happier and more connected to your purpose in under 5 minutes.  Today, you’re learning from Dr. Dacher Keltner, one of the world’s leading experts on meaning, purpose, happiness, and awe. Dr. Keltner is a distinguished professor of psychology at UC Berkeley, and the founding director of the […]

  • My work makes me a better parent! Coping with mum guilt and taking the pressure off

    We’re heading into the summer holidays. Hands up if you’re already a bit anxious about any mum guilt creeping in…? Fearne definitely is, so she’s reflecting on the Happy Place episodes that explore how different women are choosing to navigate working and parenting. No judgement here gang – we all need to take the pressure […]

  • 4 ways to calm midlife allergies

    Are you suffering with sudden allergies in your 40s or 50s? Liz explains why hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can make you more sensitive to pollen, skincare products and even foods you’ve tolerated for years. She explores the connection between oestrogen and histamine and shares ways to address it. Plus: tips for dealing with […]

  • More Than Periods: The Lifestyle Medicine Approach to Menstrual Health | Sally Leech | EP 102

    What is lifestyle medicine — and how can it support your menstrual health? In this Lunch & Learn session, Handpicked’s Deborah Garlick sits down with Handpicked director Sally Leach to open up a wide-ranging conversation about lifestyle medicine and its role in menstrual health — from everyday cycle symptoms through to serious conditions like PMDD, […]

  • How to Build a Better Future: 2 Simple Questions That Uplevel Your Life Immediately

    Two simple questions can change the way you make decisions, spend your time, and build your future.  In today’s episode, Mel sits down with Seth Godin, one of the most influential thinkers of our time and one of Mel’s most trusted mentors.  Seth has written more than 20 bestselling books, taught millions of people how […]

  • 216 Stacy London + The Hot Truth About Hormone Therapy

    🌿 Get The Hot Truth About Hormone Therapy — my complete guide to the confusing world of HRT. 5 videos, 5 PDFs, get through it in under 3 hours. It’s currently $47 — price goes up July 15. Use code STACY10 to get $10 off. Today I’m sharing an interview done with me — about […]

  • 214 | Lost Your Weight Loss Motivation? Listen to This First

    You’re not failing… you’re just tired of trying. If you’ve been doing all the “right” things—eating healthy, walking, focusing on your belly fat, trying to lose weight—yet your body seems to be fighting you every step of the way, this episode is for you. Today is a little different. Instead of teaching another strategy, I’m […]

  • What I Would Do to Boost Fat Burning Over 40, 50 or 60 (I’m 62)

    This episode is sponsored by Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist. Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist.- Become a health & fitness coach who finally speaks midlife women’s language. Learn how to design workouts that balance hormones that actually get results for women in menopause. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group – Flipping50 Insiders Instagram – @Flipping50TV […]

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    Vanishing Vulvas & Menopause: What's Really Happening with Dr. Karen Tang

    Guest links Karen Tang, MD (Instagram) Karen Tang, MD (Facebook) Karen Tang, MD (YouTube) Karen Tang, MD (LinkedIn) Karen Tang, MD (TikTok) GynoMight with Karen Tang, MD (Substack) Thrive Gynecology Books “It’s Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (but Were Never Told),” by Dr. Karen Tang “The New Perimenopause: An […]

  • How daylight affects your weight and metabolism – with Dr Sara Pugh

    Struggling to lose weight despite eating well and exercising? Biochemist Dr Sara Pugh joins Liz to explain why the answer may not just lie in what’s on your plate – but in how much natural daylight you’re getting. They discuss how leptin, the appetite-regulating hormone, follows our circadian rhythm and the link between light exposure, […]

  • The Best Menopause Education Class with Dr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan | 290

    If you have ever sat in a doctor’s office and been told your labs are normal, your stress is the problem, and maybe you should try an antidepressant — this episode is the class you never got. Dr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan is a hormone specialist, Amazon bestselling author, and the kind of practitioner who will […]

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    The Fertility Expert: Egg Freezing, Perimenopause & GLP-1s Explained

    If you’re thinking about egg freezing, IVF, fertility decline, perimenopause, or reproductive health, this is the conversation you need to hear before meeting with your doctor. In this episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen Fadal sits down with Dr. Jamie Grifo, Director of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at NYU Langone. Dr. Grifo helped modernize IVF […]

  • 82 – The hidden link between epilepsy and hormones

    For women living with epilepsy, times of hormonal changes can all bring unexpected changes in seizure patterns. Yet many are never told that fluctuating hormones could be playing a role. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by women’s hormone specialist nurse Sian Rees to explore the complex relationship between epilepsy and hormones. Together […]

  • 8 Simple Reminders You Need to Hear Right Now

    Today, you’re getting exactly what you need to take back your power and make life feel a little easier.  In this solo episode, Mel shares 8 simple reminders that will help you feel stronger, calmer, and more confident.  These are the words to come back to when you need courage, perspective, and a reminder of […]

  • #248 From Prediabetes to Full-Blown Diabetes Danielle's Story

    What happens when you’re told you’re prediabetic… and then sent home with no guidance? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Danielle Baptiste to talk about her real-life journey from Prediabetes to Type 2 Diabetes — and the moment that finally made her take her health seriously. Danielle shares how she was first told she was prediabetic but was given […]

  • Overwhelmed and exhausted? Decompress with this breathwork session from Self Space

    Is your nervous system exhausted today? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together, holding everything inside for a little bit too long? Find somewhere quiet and comfortable, and join Jodie Cariss for a little decompression session. Jodie’s a psychotherapist and the founder of Self Space, a mental health service offering straightforward access to flexible therapy. She’ll […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Finding The Joy In Life

    On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about how important it is to find the joy in life, rather than being constantly weighed down by all of the ‘shoulds’. The truth is that life is short, and we sometimes forget to enjoy the ride. Instead of taking it all so seriously, let’s remember that […]

  • PMOS Explained: How to Read the Patterns (and What You Have Missed)

    The Menopause Mastery Show | PMOS Explained: How to Read the Patterns (and What You Have Missed) | Episode 286 Solocast with Dr. Betty Murray 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  Could you have been living with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) for decades without knowing it?  In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty […]

  • 213 | Think all belly fat is the same? Think again.

    If you’ve been frustrated by the changes happening around your middle after 40, this episode may completely change the way you think about your health. The truth is, not all belly fat is created equal. While the fat you can pinch under your skin may bother you, there’s another type—visceral belly fat—that surrounds your organs […]

  • Welcome to Season 6 of EnRitched Menopause

    Wondering what's next for EnRitched Menopause? Whether you've been listening from the beginning or are joining us for the first time, we're so glad you're here. In this special season opener, Dr. Jessica Ritch celebrates four years of the podcast, shares the exciting news behind the launch of EnRitched Gynecology, and offers a preview of […]

  • Frozen Shoulder, Cranky Tendons, and the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Tara Findlay, RMT (Episode 281)

    Registered massage therapist and athlete Tara Findlay nearly lost her life to fibroids, was thrown into chemical menopause, developed a “cranky” shoulder that threatened her career, and watched a long-quiet autoimmune condition roar back to life. This week, she shares how hormones, inflammation, and tissue capacity collide in midlife—and how massage, eccentric loading, “movement snacks,” […]

  • Margaret Cho on Menopause, Comedy & Finding Yourself (Replay)

    Comedy legend Margaret Cho joins us for a refreshingly honest and often hilarious conversation about her standup tour, Choligarchy and she shares why she believes laughter is one of the most powerful tools for speaking truth to power. We also dive into one of the most surprising topics of the episode: menopause. Margaret opens up […]

  • Is It ADHD or Perimenopause? | Coach Debbie White on why symptoms surface at midlife

    Is it perimenopause, or ADHD that’s been there all along? Executive function coach Debbie White — diagnosed with ADHD at midlife herself — joins Stacy London to explain why the two look so similar and how to tell them apart. Debbie’s core insight: perimenopause doesn’t cause ADHD, it reveals it. ADHD is a lifelong neurobiological […]

  • Episode 225 – Supplements And Cancer: Are We Missing Out?

    Whether it’s joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, hot flushes or anxiety, it can feel frustrating when symptoms linger long after treatment ends. For many people, supplements seem like a logical place to look for menopause support, but with endless products, conflicting advice and cupboards full of half-used bottles, how do you know what’s […]

  • Why The Fitness Industry Has Failed Women In Midlife — And What Actually Works

    This episode is sponsored by Fatty15 and AirDoctor. Fatty15 – Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15 levels to help support your long-term health and wellness – especially as you age. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/FLIPPING50 and using code FLIPPING50 at checkout. […]

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    Endometriosis and Fibroids Don't Stop at Menopause with Dr. Karen Tang

    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Karen Tang, a board certified gynecologist and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, and author of It’s Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health But Were Never Told. This is part one of a two part conversation. Together they take […]

  • Ep. 226: Mental Health and Iron, what's the connection with Dr. Fiona Lovely

    In this rerelease of a need-to-know solo episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked yet critical pieces of the women’s health puzzle: the connection between low iron and mental health. Many women navigating perimenopause and menopause are walking around with iron deficiency or other forms of anemia, completely […]

  • Ep 535: Dr. Deb Butler on Health Solutions With Shawn & Janet Needham

    If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight in menopause but still find yourself eating when you’re not physically hungry, this episode is for you. I’ve learned that lasting weight loss isn’t about finding the perfect diet. It’s about rebuilding the connection between your brain and your body. In this conversation with Shawn and Janet […]

  • Becoming More Yourself at Midlife, Not Someone New with Jen O'Brien

    Have you ever stopped and wondered, Who am I now? Midlife has a way of prompting those questions. As our lives, priorities and responsibilities change, many of us begin to realise that the identities we've carried for years no longer feel like the right fit. In this week's episode of Take a Breath, I'm joined […]

  • 81 – The hormone confusion that’s affecting millions of women

    What’s the difference between natural and synthetic hormone treatments, and why does it matter? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by pharmacist and hormone expert Sara Hover, who has spent more than 30 years helping women understand hormone health. Together, they explore one of the most misunderstood topics in medicine: why natural, bioidentical […]

Perimenopause WTF?

Welcome to our Perimenopause WTF?! podcast – brought to you by the perry community. In this podcast your we talk everything- and we mean EVERYTHING perimenopause. Our hosts and guests help us navigate through all our WTF perimenopause moments and ‘Is this normal??’ questions. We talk with perimenopause experts, thought leaders and inspirational voices of […]

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