Once your child turns 18, control disappears but the fear, guilt and 3am “what ifs” don’t, especially when they’re gaming all night, drinking too much, not working or shutting you out. In this episode, parent coach Kim Muench joins me to unpack how to support young adults who are “lost in place”, stuck on the sofa, stuck in anxiety or stuck in risky behaviour and what actually helps: clear boundaries, honest conversations and doing your own emotional work so you’re leading, not pleading.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why control ends at 18 but your influence doesn’t and how to use it well

• How to understand and support a “lost in place” young adult who won’t launch

• The 4 Cs (clarity, calm, confidence, consistency) that shift stuck family patterns

• Ways to talk about money, gaming, alcohol and drugs without screaming… or enabling

• How to stop helicopter parenting your 20-something and become a safe place to land

• Practical boundaries when you’re scared they’ll end up homeless or worse

• Why emotional blackmail (“after everything I’ve done for you…”) destroys connection

• How to live with estrangement, work on yourself, and leave the door open to repair

If you’re facing a young adult who won’t launch, keeps circling home, or has cut you off, this episode gives you clear language, practical tools and the “4 Cs” to shift stuck dynamics plus validation for the grief and hope that come with this stage of parenting.

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For more from Kim Muench:

Website: Parent Coach for Parents of Emerging Adult and Adult Children

Facebook: Real Life Parent Guide

Instagram: Kim Muench (@kimmuenchparentcoach) • Instagram profile

TikTok: Kim Muench on TikTok

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00:00 – Introduction: Parenting After 18

00:00:25 – What Parenting Young Adults Really Looks Like

00:00:41 – Meet Parent Coach Kim Muench

00:02:09 – Understanding “Failure to Launch”

00:03:09 – Helping a Young Adult Who’s “Lost in Place”

00:05:21 – The Four Cs for Stuck Young Adults

00:07:58 – Mental Health Red Flags in Young Adults

00:09:25 – How Parental Anxiety Impacts Adult Children

00:11:30 – Helicopter Parenting Fallout in the 20s

00:12:14 – Shifting from Fixer to Supportive Guide

00:13:10 – Respecting Differences Between Your Children

00:16:20 – Emotional Blackmail and Broken Connection

00:19:43 – Setting Financial Boundaries with Adult Children

00:21:54 – Technology, Screens and Young Adult Behaviour

00:24:24 – Partnering with Young Adults on Solutions

00:25:15 – Today’s Pressures on 18–30-Year-Olds

00:26:52 – Handling Aggression and Safety Concerns

00:28:52 – Alcohol and Risky Behaviour Conversations

00:32:03 – Young Adult Brain Development Explained

00:33:15 – Estrangement: Coping and Leaving the Door Open

00:40:58 – How to Connect with Kim Muench

00:41:36 – Key Takeaways for Parenting Young Adults

* parenting young adults

* failure to launch adult child

* adult child living at home

* boundaries with adult children

* parents enabling addiction

* gaming addiction young adults

* estranged from adult child

* helicopter parenting 20 somethings

* mental health and parenting

* multigenerational living boundaries

* setting financial boundaries kids

* influence not control parenting

* Kim Muench parent coach

* All About You podcast

* Dr Shauna Watts parenting

What happens when a woman who has spent her life on stage and on air suddenly doesn’t feel like herself? Hot, foggy, flat, and not sure why? In this intimate conversation, Australian country music trailblazer and radio host Gina Jeffreys opens up about the symptoms that blindsided her, the grief she carried, and the turning points that helped her find her spark again.

Gina takes us from brutal period pain on tour, through years of infertility and loss, to surgical menopause and a long, confusing aftermath with little guidance. We explore the lesser-talked-about signs, from skin sensitivity to sleep disruption, as well as the strain on relationships, work, and identity, and the practical supports that finally made a difference.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Understand how perimenopause affects your whole body, from skin and sleep to mood and memory.

• Learn why surgical menopause can feel unpredictable and how to track what’s really changing.

• Recognise the emotional load of grief, rage, and relationship strain, and ways to ease it with support.

• Explore treatment options, including estrogen, vaginal therapies, and when testosterone can help.

• Get practical tips for intimacy, pelvic-floor health, and better sleep (even at 4:30 a.m.).

• Use gratitude, counselling, and community to rebuild confidence and rediscover yourself.

If you’ve ever thought, “Is this just me?” it’s not. You’ll hear the real story behind rage in the car park, crying in the school office, stepping back from the spotlight, and learning there is help: hormones, pelvic-floor physio, sleep and intimacy solutions, and a mindset shift toward gratitude. Gina leaves us with hope, agency, and a joyful reminder that midlife can be a beginning.

Learn more about the 16 week Rediscover You program here:

https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/

For more from Gina Jeffrey’s you can follow her on Instagram or catch her hosting Breakfast with Matty, weekdays from 6am - 9am on Star 104.5.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00 – Gina Jeffreys’ Story

00:00:45 – From Country Star to Midlife Shift

00:01:09 – Menopause Begins: First Signs

00:01:27 – Symptoms, Confusion & Finding Help

00:02:34 – The Struggles Behind the Spotlight

00:06:35 – Hot Flushes, Pain & Physical Change

00:06:57 – Emotional Turmoil & Unexpected Rage

00:08:38 – Car Park Rage & Crying Spells Explained

00:11:56 – Impact on Work, Marriage & Self-Esteem

00:13:24 – Coping Through Songwriting & Creativity

00:16:03 – IVF, Loss & Relationship Strain

00:24:22 – Public Scrutiny, Weight & Confidence

00:27:38 – Health Reset & Body Confidence Returns

00:30:07 – Facing Gym Fear & Finding Strength

00:35:29 – Pelvic Floor Physio That Changed Everything

00:41:31 – Hormone Therapy: Finding the Right Mix

00:45:12 – Testosterone Therapy & Renewed Libido

00:46:28 – Brain Fog Battles & Clarity Returns

00:49:33 – DEXA Scan & Hidden Fat Insights

00:55:59 – Menopause Weight Loss Journey

01:01:49 – Cutting Back Alcohol & Feeling Better

01:08:35 – Gina’s Top Tips & Menopause Advice

01:12:02 – Future Plans & Life After Menopause

* Menopause brain fog

* Surgical menopause story

* Perimenopause symptoms

* Menopause skin changes

* Testosterone in women

* Vaginal estrogen dryness

* Pelvic floor physiotherapy

* Menopause sleep problems

* Midlife relationships

* Rage and irritability menopause

* Rediscover You

* Sex after menopause

We’ve all told ourselves a glass of wine helps us unwind, but what if it’s actually wrecking your rest? Alcohol sedates you, but it doesn’t restore you.

In this eye-opening moment, Sarah Rusbatch explains why wine disrupts REM sleep, raises cortisol, and leaves women feeling constantly “just tired.” Even one drink can hijack your brain’s ability to process emotions overnight, and that exhaustion adds up.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What “grey area drinking” really means, and why most women who struggle don’t identify as alcoholic

• How stress, boredom, and loneliness drive drinking in midlife

• The neuroscience of habit and emotional regulation behind alcohol use

• Why alcohol has been sold as “self-care” and how to rewrite that story

• Practical steps to reduce or stop drinking without shame

• How to rebuild social confidence and friendships alcohol-free

• The impact of alcohol on sleep, hormones, and midlife health

• Why compassion, not willpower, is the key to real change

If you often wake up exhausted, wired, or low in mood, this episode will help you understand the science behind it, and how to reclaim real, restorative sleep without the nightly glass.

Learn more about the 16 week Rediscover You program here

For more resources from Sarah Rusbatch:

Follow Sarah on Instagram, visit her website and download her free guide “100 Things To Do Instead of Drinking” here.

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00:00 – Why Women Turn to Wine

01:14 – Meet Sarah Rusbatch

02:18 – When Drinking Stopped Working

03:33 – How Alcohol Shapes Women’s Lives

08:08 – Becoming a Grey Area Drinking Coach

08:56 – Alcohol’s Hidden Impact on Health

13:09 – Wine, Friendship & Connection

15:00 – The Emotions Behind Drinking

16:52 – Stress, Loneliness & Midlife

19:24 – What We Learn from Parents’ Drinking

21:56 – Why Wine Isn’t Self-Care

25:26 – Gender Roles, Pressure & Overload

30:05 – What Is Grey Area Drinking?

30:30 – Are You a Grey Area Drinker?

31:42 – Early Signs You’re in the Grey Zone

32:36 – Alcohol, Sleep & Mood

34:46 – The Science of Stress & Wine

35:43 – Alcohol’s Effect on Skin

37:39 – Sedation Isn’t Sleep

43:35 – Binge Drinking & Health

44:48 – Life After Alcohol

* Grey area drinking women

* Alcohol free midlife

* Stop drinking without rehab

* Women and wine culture

* Alcohol and menopause

* Emotional drinking habits

* Sarah Rusbatch Beyond Booze

* How to drink less

* Alcohol and anxiety

* Midlife wellness podcast

* Quit-lit for women

* Alcohol self-care myth

* Female friendship and wine

* Perimenopause and alcohol

* Dr Shauna Watts interview

Hot flushes, brain fog, painful intimacy—these symptoms are tough enough in menopause, but after cancer they can feel overwhelming. What happens when treatment triggers menopause overnight and the system isn’t set up to help you cope?

In this honest and empowering conversation, Dr Shauna Watts talks with Dani Binnington—cancer survivor, author, and founder of Menopause and Cancer—about the realities of life after treatment. Together they explore the myths around HRT safety, the silence surrounding sexual health, and the small steps that can restore confidence and control.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why menopause after cancer can be harder than the cancer itself
• How treatment-induced menopause impacts hormones and identity
• The truth about HRT safety and current evidence
• Why vaginal estrogen can be life-changing and often safe
• How to approach doctors about hormone and non-hormone options
• The lifestyle shifts that make recovery easier
• Why community and advocacy matter for survivorship

Whether you’re a survivor, a health professional, or someone supporting a loved one, this episode offers evidence, empathy, and hope—reminding every woman that she deserves to feel well again.

For more from Dani Binnington:Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dani_binnington/

Podcast: https://menopauseandcancer.org/podcast/

You can find also more resources from Menopause and Cancer:

Website: https://menopauseandcancer.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopause_and_cancer/

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00 – Welcome & Why This Topic Matters

00:36 – Understanding Menopause After Cancer

01:10 – Dani Binnington’s Personal Cancer Journey

01:41 – What the Community Survey Reveals

02:30 – The Hidden Gap in Cancer Care

03:32 – Creating the Menopause & Cancer Podcast

04:15 – Founding the Menopause & Cancer Organisation

05:38 – Why Open Conversations Are Essential

06:38 – Launching World Menopause & Cancer Day

09:20 – How Menopause Symptoms Impact Recovery

11:08 – Hormone Therapy: What Women Need to Know

11:42 – The Importance of Patient-Centred Care

15:11 – Myths About Menopause After Breast Cancer

17:28 – Why Personalised Care Matters Most

24:53 – Facing Fears Around Hormone Therapy

25:32 – The Struggle to Access HRT Support

29:34 – What Evidence Says About HRT Safety

30:27 – HRT Risks and Breast Cancer Facts

31:33 – Menopause, Intimacy & Relationships After Cancer

32:17 – Community Stories & Coping Strategies

35:53 – Exploring Alternative Therapies & Self-Care

39:00 – Key Takeaways & Closing Reflections

* Menopause after cancer* HRT after breast cancer* Dani Binnington interview* Menopause and Cancer community* Vaginal estrogen safety* Endocrine therapy side effects* Hormone replacement therapy myths* Sexual health after cancer* Cancer survivorship support* Early menopause after chemotherapy* Menopause symptoms and intimacy* Dr Shauna Watts podcast* Navigating Menopause After Cancer book* Oncology menopause care* Women’s health after cancer

When your sweet kid turns into a stormy, door-slamming teen overnight, it can shake your whole home, especially if you’re juggling perimenopause, sleepless nights, and endless worries. How do you stay calm, keep connected, and still hold boundaries when emotions are running high?

In this honest and empowering conversation, Dr Shauna sits down with Kim Muench (pronounced Minch, like “pinch” with an “m”), Founder of Real Life Parent Guide and Certified Parent Coach through the Jai Institute for Parenting. She is a mum of five and author of the #1 Amazon bestseller Becoming Me While Raising You. In this episode, Kim shares practical wisdom on parenting teens and emerging adults (18–30) with calm, confidence, and compassion, shifting from fear and control to connection and guidance.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Understand what’s really changing in the teen brain (and why moods swing).

• Learn how to stay calm and not take the sting personally.

• Use “early and often” scripts for tough topics: porn, alcohol, sex, identity.

• Set healthy phone boundaries and create screen-free zones that stick.

For more from Kim Muench:

Website: https://reallifeparentguide.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimmuench.reallifeparentguide

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmuenchparentcoach

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimmuenchparentcoach

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00 – Introduction: Raising Emerging Adults

00:02 – Kim Muench’s Journey to Conscious Parenting

00:07 – Understanding the Teenage Brain

00:10 – Managing Teen Emotional Dysregulation

00:14 – Building Trust and Connection with Teens

00:18 – How to Talk About Sensitive Topics

00:20 – Fear-Based Parenting vs. Empowered Guidance

00:22 – Social Media’s Impact on Teen Mental Health

00:23 – Creating Strong Family Values

00:26 – How to Talk to Teens About Pornography

00:29 – Honest Conversations About Sex and Relationships

00:31 – Parenting with Honesty and Vulnerability

00:33 – Letting Go of Control as Teens Grow

00:37 – Setting Boundaries for Screen and Phone Use

00:44 – Parenting in the Modern Digital Age

00:47 – Navigating Teenage Rebellion with Empathy

00:51 – Why Natural Consequences Build Responsibility

00:53 – Rediscovering Yourself as Kids Gain Independence

00:57 – Top Parenting Takeaways for Raising Teens

* parenting teens and tweens

* perimenopause and parenting

* teen brain emotional changes

* connection vs control parenting

* how to talk to teens about porn

* phone boundaries for teenagers

* failure to launch adult children

* parent coach tips 18 to 30

* enabling vs supporting kids

* calm confident consistent parenting

* family values conversation

* estranged from adult child

* anxious parents what to do

* alcohol and young adults safety

* respectful communication with teens

Feeling foggy, flat, or just not yourself? You’re not alone — and your hormones could be the reason. In this insightful episode, Dr Sunita Chelva, Dr Aoife O’Sullivan, and Dr Rachel Rubin explain how hormonal changes in perimenopause affect your brain, mood, sleep, libido, and energy — and how HRT, testosterone, and vaginal hormones can help restore balance and wellbeing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why there’s no “too young” age to explore HRT when symptoms impact life.
• How the pill differs from HRT and when body-identical hormones matter.
• What testosterone can (and can’t) do for libido, focus, and fatigue.
• The role of estrogen and progesterone in brain, bones, sleep, and heart.
• How to balance benefits and risks when deciding how long to stay on HRT.
• Why vaginal hormones (estrogen, DHEA, testosterone) support comfort, continence, and sex at any age.
• Practical guidance for monitoring and dosing without over-testing.
• A fresh look at what “natural menopause” means today.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00 – Introduction & “Too young for HRT?”

02:19 – Pill vs HRT: what’s the difference?

04:26 – Testosterone for women: why and when

05:23 – How to use testosterone cream & what to expect

11:52 – Blood tests, PCOS cautions & prescribing

14:16 – How long should you stay on HRT?

15:23 – Brain health, dementia risk & estrogen

16:18 – Personalising HRT: continue, pause, or stop?

17:56 – “Menopause is natural”—but is modern life?

19:55 – Vaginal hormones: comfort, UTIs & continence

25:18 – Rediscover You: program overview

26:22 – Hormone basics & perimenopause physiology

29:54 – Testosterone reality check (levels vs estrogen)

30:33 – Why body shape & fat distribution change

31:34 – Estrogen’s systemic roles (vessels, joints, brain)

33:20 – Progesterone’s role: balance, bones, GABA, sleep

35:05 – HRT: making the decision with evidence

35:24 – Progesterone for sleep: who benefits?

36:23 – Contraception during perimenopause on HRT

37:54 – Estrogen + progesterone: tailoring treatment

39:18 – Dosing: treat symptoms, not numbers

41:43 – Bloods & monitoring: limits of testing

42:57 – HRT & breast cancer: context and nuance

45:42 – WHI, media, and risk communication

perimenopause symptoms

HRT benefits risks

testosterone for women

vaginal estrogen DHEA

UTIs after menopause

brain fog menopause

sleep and progesterone

body-identical hormones

pill vs HRT

genitourinary syndrome menopause

midlife weight gain

estrogen brain health

osteoporosis prevention

WHI breast cancer study

menopause is natural myth

What happens when cancer treatment, or preventative surgery for a BRCA1 gene mutation suddenly pushes you into menopause years before you’re ready?

In this deeply personal episode, Dr Shauna Watts speaks with Dani Binnington, yoga teacher and founder of Menopause and Cancer, about the physical and emotional toll of early menopause after breast cancer. Together, they share their own experiences with BRCA1, preventive surgeries, and rebuilding a sense of identity in the aftermath of loss, fear, and uncertainty.

This episode offers comfort, clarity, and evidence based hope for anyone navigating cancer treatment, surgical menopause, or sudden life change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Understand how cancer treatment and BRCA1 surgery can trigger sudden menopause
• Recognise the signs of post-treatment anxiety, depression, and loss of identity
• Learn how women can rebuild confidence and control after breast cancer
• Discover the role of genetics in breast and ovarian cancer risk
• Explore practical ways to advocate for menopause care after cancer
• Hear Dr Shauna’s and Dani’s shared reflections on finding purpose and community through adversity

For more from Dani Binnington:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dani_binnington/

Podcast: https://menopauseandcancer.org/podcast/

You can find also more resources from Menopause and Cancer:

Website: https://menopauseandcancer.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopause_and_cancer/

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247

Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction

02:23 – Dani’s diagnosis: discovering a lump at 33

04:13 – Active treatment: chemo, surgery, and survival

06:03 – Hair loss, confidence, and pretending to be “fine”

07:57 – Anxiety and depression after cancer treatment

09:32 – Toxic positivity and the pressure to “stay strong”

12:20 – Temporary menopause and fertility fears

14:22 – Loss of control, identity, and the future she imagined

15:40 – Learning she carried the BRCA1 gene

17:10 – Double mastectomy and redefining womanhood

18:55 – The role of Angelina Jolie in normalising the BRCA1 conversation

20:46 – Facing risk-reducing surgery and surgical menopause

22:37 – Life after ovaries: intimacy, self-image, and healing

24:17 – The UK’s “menopause revolution” and gaps in care

27:20 – Finding real menopause support after cancer

29:26 – Dr Shauna’s story: pregnancy to menopause at 34

33:24 – The emotional weight of being both doctor and patient

35:22 – The shock of surgical menopause after caesarean

38:12 – Isolation, sleeplessness, and grief for her old self

41:01 – Why empathy, education, and advocacy matter

43:53 – Shauna’s three takeaways: trauma, awareness, identity

44:11 – Next episode preview: HRT and life after cancer

* Early menopause after cancer

* BRCA1 and menopause

* Dani Binnington story

* Menopause after chemotherapy

* Surgical menopause explained

* Breast cancer and menopause

* BRCA1 preventative surgery

* Life after mastectomy

* Menopause support after cancer

* Cancer survivorship and identity

* Women’s health after cancer

* Perimenopause vs surgical menopause

* Mental health after cancer treatment

* Anxiety and depression in menopause

* Menopause advocacy and support

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the misunderstood world of hormones, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). From the truth about estrogen and progesterone to the myths around breast cancer and HRT, Dr Shauna Watts and expert voices unpack the science, the stigma, and the life-changing potential of hormone therapy.

We talk honestly about:

• What hormones really do beyond fertility and reproduction
• The difference between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause
• Why women are often misdiagnosed or dismissed in midlife
• The truth about breast cancer risk and HRT
• How hormones affect brain health, mood, and Alzheimer’s risk
• Why suicide peaks in midlife women and how HRT can help
• Practical ways HRT is prescribed (patches, gels, tablets)
• The myths that still hold women back from treatment
• Why it’s time to rethink what’s “natural” when it comes to menopause
• The empowering role of evidence in making informed choices

Whether you’re struggling with perimenopause symptoms, debating HRT, or just curious about the science behind women’s midlife health—this episode gives you the clarity and confidence you need to make informed decisions.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Mental Health Advisory: This episode includes discussion of suicide and mental health, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you are struggling, please reach out for support. In Australia, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or if you’re elsewhere, contact your local crisis service.

00:00:00 - Introduction: Hormones & HRT

00:00:43 - What Are Hormones?

00:01:01 - Hormones in Women’s Health

00:02:07 - Common Hormone Myths

00:03:00 - Estrogen’s Role in the Brain

00:04:12 - HRT vs. Other Treatments

00:06:08 - Menopause vs. Perimenopause

00:09:03 - Spotting Perimenopause Symptoms

00:12:52 - Why Doctors Miss Symptoms

00:15:57 - HRT Explained Simply

00:17:31 - Estrogen Therapy Options

00:22:17 - Progesterone Therapy Options

00:24:40 - Progesterone Sensitivity Signs

00:29:19 - HRT & Breast Cancer Myths

00:30:27 - Debunking Cancer Fears

00:31:37 - Psychology of HRT Resistance

00:35:26 - Menopause & the “Natural” Myth

00:37:10 - Breaking Menopause Taboos

00:39:28 - Estrogen & Alzheimer’s Risk

00:44:44 - Breast Cancer Fears

00:47:55 - Menopause & Mental Health

00:52:15 - Why HRT Matters

00:55:12 - Breast Cancer Risk by Age

01:01:14 - Estrogen for Cancer Survivors

01:02:29 - WHI Study Impact

01:03:18 - Estrogen & Heart Health

01:05:44 - Informed HRT Decisions

* Hormone replacement therapy

* HRT myths and facts

* Menopause support

* Perimenopause explained

* Estrogen and brain health

* Progesterone benefits

* Testosterone in women

* HRT and breast cancer risk

* Natural vs. bioidentical hormones

* Cognitive decline and estrogen

* Alzheimer’s prevention in women

* Midlife women’s health

* Menopause anxiety and depression

* Suicide risk in menopause

* Estrogen Matters book review

* Women’s heart health and hormones

In this empowering episode, we dive deep into the complex world of female sexuality, libido, relationships, and emotional wellness—especially through midlife, perimenopause, and separation. From the biology of desire to the importance of self-awareness, expert guests and candid conversations explore what really drives intimacy, connection, and wellbeing in women.

We talk honestly about:

• Why libido shifts during perimenopause and menopause
• How to stop the guilt around sex & low desire
• The power of friendship, oxytocin, and emotional intimacy
• Navigating separation with dignity, strength, and legal clarity
• How building a support team is key during life transitions
• Why prioritizing relationships is critical to long-term health

Whether you're navigating a new phase in your relationship, curious about midlife sexuality, or feeling disconnected—this episode will help you reclaim your energy, confidence, and connection.

Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:

Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00 - Sex, Separation & Connection: What We Cover

00:13 - Libido Explained: Rethinking Desire

00:48 - The Libido Myth: Not Just a Drive

01:37 - How Cues & Relaxation Impact Arousal

02:19 - Menopause, Perimenopause & Libido

04:16 - Why Sex Drive Is Complex

07:04 - Sex Ed That Actually Helps

09:14 - Self-Exploration & Confidence

09:52 - Separation? Get Legal Advice Early

11:06 - When to Hire a Family Law Specialist

12:06 - Who’s on Your Separation Team

12:44 - A Holistic Look at Breakups

15:03 - What Child Consultants Do

15:57 - Money & Mindset in Separation

17:41 - Handling Narcissists in Divorce

19:58 - Coping With Emotional Fallout

21:44 - Healing With Rediscover You

22:47 - Making Friends as Adults

25:23 - Health Benefits of Friendship

30:50 - Friendship & Mental Wellness

32:02 - Well-being Through Connection

39:09 - Group Activities for Belonging

42:16 - Longevity Through Social Life

45:22 - How Loneliness Affects Health

54:14 - Finding the Right Therapist

* Female libido

* Low sex drive after 40

* Menopause and sex drive

* Perimenopause support

* Women’s sexual health

* Midlife relationship advice

* Reconnecting after separation

* Hormones and libido

* Post-menopause sex life

* Emotional intimacy for women

* women’s libido

* low libido in women

* increasing female desire

* women and sexual arousal

* women’s sexual wellness

* female desire in midlife

* hormonal impact on libido

* estrogen and sex drive

* testosterone for women

* natural libido boosters for women

Is your skin and hair changing faster than you'd like after 40? You're not alone—and you're not imagining it. In this powerful episode of All About You, Dr. Shanna Wachs sits down with renowned regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert Dr. Amy Killen to unpack the real reasons why skin and hair health can suddenly shift during perimenopause and menopause.

We explore:

• How hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affect aging skin and hair

• The science behind collagen loss, red light therapy, and regenerative treatments like PRP and stem cells

• Whether topical estrogen creams actually work for skin rejuvenation

• The truth about weight gain, belly fat, and muscle loss in midlife—and what really helps

• Myths and facts around GLP-1s, hair thinning, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Whether you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, this is a must-listen for any woman looking to reclaim her radiance, confidence, and vitality. Don’t forget to hit subscribe and check the show notes for links to Dr. Killen’s work and resources!

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https://dramykillen.com/

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

00:00:00 – Welcome + Hormones, Skin & Aging

00:01:07 – Meet Dr. Amy Killen: Hormone & Skin Expert

00:02:01 – Why Skin & Hair Change in Menopause

00:02:38 – Hormones & Skin Health in Perimenopause

00:03:57 – Testosterone’s Role in Hair Loss & Growth

00:05:34 – Estrogen & Skin After 40

00:06:47 – Skin Sensitivity in Perimenopause

00:07:35 – Collagen Loss in Menopause

00:09:47 – Rediscover You Program Overview

00:10:50 – Sleep, Stress & Skin Aging

00:12:26 – Top Tips for Skin & Hair Health

00:13:09 – Red Light Therapy Benefits

00:14:44 – Too Many Skincare Choices?

00:15:45 – 3 Skincare Essentials After 40

00:17:06 – Solutions for Thinning Hair

00:19:08 – Menopause Belly Fat & Weight Gain

00:22:12 – Hormone Therapy & Weight

00:23:36 – Weight Loss Injections in Menopause

00:26:31 – Gut Health & Microbiome

00:27:50 – Natural Menopause vs. HRT

00:28:51 – Who Should Avoid Hormone Therapy

00:29:34 – Age Limit for Starting HRT

00:30:23 – Vaginal Estrogen & Sexual Wellness

00:32:30 – Dr. Killen’s Advice to Her Younger Self

00:33:12 – Key Takeaways on Menopause Health

* skin aging after 40

* hair thinning menopause

* hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

* perimenopause skin changes

* collagen loss menopause

* regenerative medicine for aging

* PRP for hair loss women

* midlife weight gain belly fat

* red light therapy skin benefits

* GLP-1 weight loss menopause

* vaginal estrogen for dryness