Perimenopause Simplified

The conversation around perimenopause has exploded - but has it gone too far?
In this episode, we're cutting through the noise, confusion, and conflicting advice dominating social media. From "it's all your hormones" to "it's just aging," we break down what's actually happening in your body during perimenopause, why symptoms like weight gain, anxiety, and poor sleep are so common, and how to take a more balanced, realistic approach to your health after 40.
 
Key Takeaways:
Why the perimenopause space has become so loud and how marketing plays a role
The two extremes: "everything is hormones" vs. "it's just aging"
Common perimenopause symptoms (mood changes, anxiety, sleep issues, weight gain)
How lifestyle factors like blood sugar, stress, and muscle mass impact symptoms
Why you don't need more supplements or quick fixes; you need a clear strategy
 
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Ep. 106 GLP-1s in Perimenopause: What Most Providers Are Missing
 
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Feeling stuck, exhausted, or like your body is working against you in midlife? This episode is your tough-love wake-up call, because thriving in perimenopause starts with radical ownership.
I'm breaking down the patterns that keep women overwhelmed, inflamed, and waiting for "someday", and offering a powerful invitation to take back your time, energy, and mindset–starting now.
 
In this episode, I cover:
Why overwhelm is often a choice–and how to change it
The hidden cost of people-pleasing and lack of boundaries
How social media might be draining your energy and self-worth
Common mindset traps that sabotage long-term progress
What it really means to choose progress over perfection
A powerful metaphor that will shift how you spend your time
 
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Brain fog, forgetfulness, irrational thoughts, and focus issues are common in perimenopause - but rarely explained.
In this episode, we explore what's really happening to the female brain during the perimenopausal transition, why symptoms often start in the late 30s and intensify in the 40s, and what women can do to protect long-term brain health.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone play key roles in brain function
The real reason brain fog, memory loss, and poor focus show up in perimenopause
How rumination and anxiety are connected to nervous system and progesterone 
Why perimenopausal brain symptoms are not the same as Alzheimer's or dementia
How nutrition, lifestyle, and hormone support can protect cognitive health after 40
 
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RESOURCES:
The XX Brain: The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Maximize Cognitive Health and Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Effects of the Menopause Transition and Hormone Use on Cognitive Performance in Midlife Women
Type 3 Diabetes and Its Role Implications in Alzheimer's Disease
The Impact of the Digital Revolution on Human Brain and Behavior
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GLP-1 medications and peptides are everywhere right now - but the conversation around them has become loud, polarized, and often missing context.
In this episode, I share why I intentionally waited to talk about GLP-1s, how I think about them through a functional and midlife lens, and why tools like peptides or hormones can't replace foundational health work.
This is a grounded, non-shaming conversation for women who want clarity (not hype) when it comes to weight, metabolism, muscle, and long-term health after 40.
You'll learn:
What GLP-1s and peptides are - and why they've become so popular
Why I'm neither "for" nor "against" GLP-1s, especially in perimenopause
The real risks of rapid weight loss without protein and strength training
What women on GLP-1s need to prioritize: muscle, nutrition, gut health, and nervous system support
Why no medication or peptide replaces lifestyle, hormones, and metabolic context
 
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⏰April Enrollment is Open for The Perimenopause Method
 12 weeks • Precision testing • A plan built for your body
 ⭐️ BONUS: 1 month free in our membership
 
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EQUIP PROTEIN (save 15% with code: healthcoachclaudia)
 
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20-Minute Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Gaining Weight In Your 40s — And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
HRT 3-Day Crash Course

What really happens to sex in midlife - and why do so many women feel like their desire disappears overnight?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a leading menopause expert and author of The Bedroom Gap, to break down the truth about libido, hormones, and what's actually driving sexual burnout in perimenopause and beyond.
We get into the physical, emotional, and relationship factors that impact desire, and most importantly, what you can do to feel like yourself again.
Why so many women lose interest in sex during perimenopause (it's not just hormones)
How the "Bedroom Gap" creates tension in relationships after 40
The role of estrogen, vaginal health, and why pain during sex is often ignored
Efficacy and safety of hormone replacement therapy to help libido 
How to talk to your partner about the changes you're experiencing
Simple, realistic ways to rebuild desire, intimacy, and connection 
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Episode Links: 
Dr. Maria Sophocles
TED Talk: What Happens to Sex in Midlife
The Bedroom Gap: ReWrite The Rules and Roles of Sex in Midlife
Wake Her Up Provider Directory
Menopause.org
Equelle
Bonafide
 
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20-Minute Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Gaining Weight In Your 40s — And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
HRT 3-Day Crash Course