Perimenopause Simplified

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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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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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
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Bonafide

If you're feeling anxious, exhausted, gaining weight, and like nothing is working anymore, this episode is for you. These symptoms aren't just about hormones; they're often signs of a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode, Functional Health & Integrative Nutrition Coach Claudia Petrilli, breaks down how your nervous system impacts hormones, metabolism, sleep, mood, and more during perimenopause.
You'll learn why so many women over 40 feel stuck in survival mode and what you can start doing right now to calm your nervous system, reclaim your energy, and feel like yourself again.
 
In this episode, we cover:
Why your nervous system matters more than ever in midlife
How chronic stress affects cortisol, thyroid, estrogen, and progesterone
Why feeling "tired but wired" is a sign your body is stuck in fight-or-flight
How trauma wires your system for stress
What a healthy cortisol rhythm should look like (and how to support it)
5 simple ways to regulate your nervous system today
 
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Feeling more tired, anxious, or irritable in your 40s—but still pushing through like you always have? In this episode, Claudia shares why the "hustle mode" that may have worked in your 30s starts to backfire in perimenopause–and what to do instead. 
She opens up about the personal changes she's made to her daily and weekly rhythm, and walks you through 5 simple, doable practices to help you preserve energy, regulate your nervous system, and feel more like yourself again.
This isn't about doing nothing. It's about moving through life with intention, clarity, and ease, especially in a body that's changing.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why women in their 40s become more stress-sensitive
How pushing through, over-scheduling, and constant "doing" impacts your symptoms
Real-life shifts Claudia made to stop burning herself out (and how you can too)
5 simple practices to reduce anxiety, feel more grounded, and prioritize what matters
How pleasure, nature, and movement support hormonal health in midlife
A reframe on slowing down as a strategy for productivity and well-being
💗Learn about Perimenopause Intensive, Claudia's 8-week private coaching package for women ready to take action HERE. Limited spots available.
 
Links Mentioned
Episode 65: The Missing Piece Behind Anxiety, Fatigue & Weight Gain: Your Nervous System
Melissa Woodard
 
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Discover why undereating after 40 wrecks your hormones, thyroid, and metabolism—and how to finally fuel your body for better energy, sleep, and mood.
Are you undereating without even realizing it? In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia gets real about one of the most common habits sabotaging women's health after 40. If you've been struggling with fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, stubborn weight, or poor sleep, your diet—not just your hormones—might be the missing piece. Tune in to learn:
Why undereating slows your thyroid and metabolism

How skipping meals and relying on coffee alone can mess with your hormones

The link between under-fueling, blood sugar swings, and insulin resistance (even if you're thin)

Why many women lose their appetite in the morning (hint: cortisol + burnout)

Simple, efficient meal prep tips to fuel your body with real food

Claudia's favorite quick protein options 

Stop trying to supplement or test your way out of an underfed body; this episode is your wake-up call!
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Episode 18: The Perimenopause Diet I Recommend
 
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If you're dealing with sleep disruption, mood swings, low energy, or weight resistance but aren't looking for a full program, my Midlife Energy, Mood & Metabolism Deep-Dive was designed exactly for this.
It's a lower-commitment way to understand what may be driving your symptoms and to get a personalized plan. 
👉🏼Details HERE.
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Inquiries
 
LOVE THE SHOW?
Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with others – it really helps our show get seen by more women who need support! 
 
FREE RESOURCES: 
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
Perimenopause Clarity Session
The Perimenopause Method Program
Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course
 
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