BecomingYOU@40

Have you noticed a change in your desire and wondered, "Is this just part of getting older?"

You're not alone - and it doesn't mean there's something wrong with you.

In Episode 33 of BecomingYOU@40, we're talking openly about libido, intimacy and desire in midlife with sexologist Dr. Jireh Serfontein.

Because changes in desire aren't always just about hormones. Your energy, stress levels, mental load, body image, relationships, emotional wellbeing and even certain medications can all play a role.

In this episode, we explore:

• What libido actually is and why it naturally changes throughout life

• How perimenopause and menopause can influence sexual desire

• How exhaustion, stress and the mental load can affect intimacy

• The connection between body image, confidence and desire

• Why emotional connection can become increasingly important in midlife

• Why desire doesn't always have to come before intimacy

• Whether it's possible to rebuild or reignite desire

• When it may be time to seek professional support

• What healthy desire can look like in this season of life

If you've ever wondered, "Why don't I feel like I used to?" - this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and remember: your libido isn't broken. It may simply be telling you something.

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to know she's not alone.

🔗 Links

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Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro

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If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation:

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If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that she doesn't have to feel ashamed of the changes happening in her body.

Have you ever done everything "right" and still ended the day feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or completely flat?

You may not need a better schedule. You may need better alignment.

In Episode 32 of BecomingYOU@40, we explore what balance really means during midlife and why trying to fit everything into your calendar isn't necessarily the answer.

Because real balance isn't about giving everything equal attention. It's about making sure your time, energy and choices reflect what actually matters to you.

During perimenopause, this becomes even more important. As your body changes, the things you could once push through may suddenly start showing up differently - from disrupted sleep and mood changes to unpredictable energy, digestion and other symptoms.

In this episode, we explore:

- Why a full schedule doesn't necessarily mean a fulfilled life - The difference between time management and alignment -Why your body may be giving you signals that something is out of sync - How to identify what is actually draining you - Simple ways to bring more alignment into your everyday life - Why your 40s can be an opportunity to let go of what was never yours to carry

If you've been thinking, "I'm doing everything I'm supposed to be doing… so why don't I feel better?" - this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: Am I living in alignment with what truly matters to me?

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder too.

🔗 Links

Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/

Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan.

Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro

🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation:

https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear that she doesn't have to simply survive midlife.

Are you treating your menopause symptoms without ever asking why they're happening in the first place?

Hot flashes. Fatigue. Weight changes. Hormonal shifts. Brain fog. Mood changes.

So many women are told these symptoms are simply "part of getting older" - but what if there's a bigger story happening beneath the surface?

In this episode of BecomingYOU@40, we're going beyond symptom management and exploring what it really means to understand and care for the whole woman during midlife and menopause.

Our guest, Sharon Lemoine, is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Family Practitioner with more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including 25 years in emergency medicine. But Sharon's perspective is also deeply shaped by her own health journey, including Type 1 diabetes, thyroid cancer, surgical menopause and a prophylactic mastectomy.

Together, we explore the intersection of menopause, hormones, holistic health, prevention, faith and healing - and why women deserve more than simply being told to manage their symptoms.

🌿 Connect with Sharon Lemoine

A special shout-out to Sharon Lemoine for joining us and sharing her incredible combination of clinical expertise, lived experience and faith.

If this conversation resonated with you, be sure to connect with Sharon and follow her work for more education and insights around menopause, hormone health, functional medicine and women's wellness.

instagram.com/theconciergenp_

www.youtube.com/@SharonLemoine-ARNP

www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-lemoine-arnp-fnp-a2529070

🔗 Links

Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/

Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan.

Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro

🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation:

https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear that she doesn't have to simply survive midlife.

What Your Mouth Could Be Telling You About Your Hormones & Health

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right - eating well, exercising, taking care of yourself - yet your body still doesn't seem to cooperate?

Stubborn weight. Low energy. Hormonal changes. Symptoms that seem to appear out of nowhere.

What if you're missing a piece of the puzzle?

In this episode of BecomingYOU@40, we're exploring a connection that many women never think about: the relationship between oral health, inflammation, hormones and whole-body health.

Our guest, Christine Horton, is a Certified Health & Wellness Coach and registered dental hygienist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. Having lived with PCOS since her teens, Christine brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the conversation.

Links

Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/

Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan.

Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro

🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation:

https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

In this episode of Becoming You @ 40, we're having an open and empowering conversation about a topic that far too many women experience - but very few talk about: vaginal health after 40.

Joining us is Dr. Heidi Siebert from Reflexion Medispa, who shares her expertise on the physical changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause, why they happen, and the evidence-based treatment options available to help women feel comfortable, confident, and connected to their bodies again.

Links

Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/

Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan.

Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro

Please give Dr. Heidi Siebert and Reflexion Medispa a follow, and feel free to reach out if you have any follow-up questions or would like to learn more.

📍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reflexionmedispa/

🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast?

If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation:

https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

What if aging isn't something to resist… but something to honour?

In this thought-provoking episode, I'm joined by Shannaz, a beauty industry expert who challenges everything we've been taught about growing older. Together, we unpack the pressures of the anti-aging narrative and explore what it truly means to embrace beauty with confidence, authenticity, and self-compassion.

This conversation goes far beyond skincare. It's about identity, self-worth, and learning to see the changing seasons of life through a kinder, more empowering lens.

What if the changes you're experiencing in your body, desire, and relationships aren't signs that something is wrong—but an invitation to reconnect with yourself in a whole new way?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with a sexologist to explore the truth about intimacy, sexual wellbeing, and connection for women in their 40s. Together, we unpack the physical, emotional, and relational changes that often accompany perimenopause and menopause, and what women need to know to navigate this season with confidence and self-compassion.

We discuss the impact of hormones, body image, self-worth, emotional intimacy, and long-term relationships, while challenging common myths about sex and aging. You'll also learn about practical ways to support your sexual wellbeing through lifestyle habits, communication, and available medical and therapeutic options.

Whether you've noticed changes in your desire, feel disconnected from your body, or simply want to better understand what healthy intimacy can look like in midlife, this conversation offers reassurance, insight, and hope.

Links:

Visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, and receive the BecomingYOU@40 Eating Plan.

Visit https://mysexualhealth.co.za/ or https://www.drjirehserfontein.co.za/ to get in touch with Dr. Jireh Serfontein.

Struggling with overwhelm, fatigue, or emotional ups and downs in your 40s? In this episode, we explore the real causes of midlife stress in women over 40 — from hormonal changes and perimenopause to the invisible load of caregiving, identity shifts, and years of accumulated pressure. Learn how to recognize the signs of midlife overwhelm, support your nervous system, nourish your body, and step into a healthier, more balanced season of life.

You'll also discover practical tools for stress relief, hormone balance, emotional healing, and self‑care during midlife, plus how to access the free BecomingYOU@40 Eating Plan to help you boost your energy and feel more like yourself again.

If you're ready to navigate midlife with confidence, clarity, and support, this episode will remind you that you're not alone — and that your 40s can become a powerful turning point.

Visit www.dayenucare.co.za and sign up for my newsletter.

Vaginal dryness, discomfort, recurrent UTIs, and changes in intimacy are incredibly common in perimenopause and menopause—but they're rarely talked about openly.

In this episode, I'm joined by gynecologist Dr. Bianca Zondach to unpack what's really happening to your body in midlife. We explore how declining estrogen impacts vaginal tissue, lubrication, pH, and overall vulvovaginal health, and why so many women are experiencing symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) without even knowing it.

This conversation is about more than symptoms—it's about helping you understand your body, advocate for your health, and know that you don't have to just "put up with it."

If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and things feel different "down there," this episode will give you clarity, reassurance, and practical next steps.

Links:

Visit my website at www.dayenucare.co.za

Book a complimentary BecomingYOU@40 Coaching Session with Chaneen.

Contact Dr. Bianca Zondach at (+27)123464564 or [email protected]

In this episode, Chaneen Dippenaar sits down with her mentor and TORI founder, DR. Annetjie Cowley, to explore how the TORI model supports women through perimenopause and menopause. Together, they discuss kinesiology, health coaching, and whole‑system care that restores education, dignity, reassurance, and balance, helping women move toward greater calm, clarity, and self‑trust during midlife. Links: Book a Complimentary BecomingYOU@40 coaching session with Chaneen. Learn more about her services at www.dayenucare.co.za Contact Dr. Cowley at (+27)82 771 7873 or [email protected]