Your 40s and beyond should NOT be a time of resignation…

These years should be a time for you to show up and become who you truly want to be in this world

That’s why in this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Christine Maren– a board-certified functional medicine physician and fellow mom– to unpack what’s really happening during perimenopause and how you can reclaim your energy, strength, and clarity.

We’re diving into:

We’ll help you understand why you’re not broken– your body is simply asking for a new kind of support. Dr. Maren has tons of tips to help you learn to show up for yourself with compassion and intention.

It’s time to stop spinning your wheels and start stepping into your next chapter with confidence, because you deserve to feel like you again!

Christine Maren, D.O.

Dr. Christine Maren is a board-certified physician and the founder of a virtual functional medicine practice where she treats women struggling with hormone imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, gut issues, autoimmune conditions, and perimenopause/menopause transitions. She is certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFMCP), board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), and has advanced training through The Menopause Society and A4M. She sees patients in Colorado, Michigan, and Texas.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“It could help your mood and your motivation. It can help you sleep better so you can actually work out, because sleep is really the first priority. It can help you feel like yourself again and get you back to a better baseline.”

“It's kind of like that in perimenopause. You can't just do HRT–  you also gotta work on your diet and your sleep and lift weights and move your body.”

“There are some really important points about estrogen and how it affects your gut health...”

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If you’ve been feeling like your energy has vanished overnight, you’re not alone! But what if I told you it isn’t due to stress or aging, or even hormones—it’s all happening deep inside your cells?

In this episode,  I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Felice Gersh to explore the powerful connection between hormone shifts and your mitochondria—the tiny engines that fuel every cell in your body.

We’ll uncover why fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain aren't “just signs of aging”, but signals your body is craving cellular support. 

Dr. Gersh breaks down how perimenopause and menopause can disrupt your mitochondrial function—and most importantly, what you can do right now to turn things around. 

From lifestyle tweaks to science-backed strategies, this episode is full of insights to help you restore your vitality from the inside out.

Tune in here and uncover Dr. Gersh’s tips to rebuild your energy, balance your hormones, and step into a new season of life with power and confidence! 

Felice Gersh, M.D.

Dr. Felice Gersh is a multi-award-winning OB-GYN with dual board certifications in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Integrative Medicine. She’s the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, and is the brilliant mind behind the bestselling PCOS SOS series and her newest book, Menopause: 50 Things You Need to Know. She speaks globally on women’s health, and she’s regularly published in peer-reviewed medical journals. 

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QUOTES

“Healthy longevity means lowering systemic inflammation, and our vital life hormones– estradiol and progesterone– are really critical for that.” 

“When you have unhealthy mitochondria, or dying, damaged mitochondria, the effects are not just that you make less energy, which is huge, but you also don't control the cell cycle.” 

“If you wanna live that beautiful, high-vitality, high-energized life in your 70s, 80s, and beyond…you talked about not even having issues until you're in your mid-90s– then we absolutely have to be proactive.”

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1 in 3 women experience a pelvic floor disorder at some point in their lives. And if you’ve gone through pregnancy, menopause, or recent weight gain, this risk is even greater. 

So what can you do about it?

Sadly, most doctors will tell you pelvic floor problems like leakage and pain with intercourse are just a normal part of aging.  When in reality, there are tools that can help you take back your pelvic floor health and feel confident in your body at any age! 

Pelvic floor physical therapist and expert in the field Dr. Sara Reardon joins the podcast today to shed light on the importance of pelvic floor health and how to prevent and overcome pelvic floor issues at every stage of life. 

We’re covering it all, from addressing potential pelvic floor problems to offering practical advice for improving your pelvic floor ASAP.

Tune in and learn how to confidently prioritize your care… down there! 

Dr. Sara Reardon

Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist with over 18 years of experience. She works with patients to help them prevent and overcome pelvic floor issues, including urinary leakage, painful sex, prolapse, and discomfort during pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Dr. Sara is the founder of The V-Hive, an online, on-demand pelvic floor fitness platform for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex, and pelvic floor strengthening.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“This is amazing to be able to help other people better understand their bodies and to help them with these kind of embarrassing, intimate issues they didn't even know they could get help for.”

“I'm just so grateful that I've had this knowledge, and I want everyone to have this knowledge and awareness of how to take care of our bodies.”

“50% of women over the age of 65 leak urine. So we're living until we're 80 and half of us are gonna be in pads or diapers. I just think there's so much potential to change that statistic for the better.”

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If you’ve felt like your body’s trying to tell you something—but no one’s really listening—this episode is for you.

Over the years, I’ve heard from countless women struggling with weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, and that deep, unshakable feeling that something just isn’t right. 

More often than not, those symptoms lead us to one powerful place: the thyroid. 

That’s why today, I’m thrilled to sit down with the incredible Dr. Amie Hornaman—aka The Thyroid-Fixer—a true expert in functional medicine and hormone optimization. 

Together, we’re diving into the real stories behind misdiagnosis, thyroid issues in midlife, hormone resistance, and why "your labs are fine" should not be the end of your story.

Tune in here and get ready to feel seen, supported, and inspired to take back your health! 

Dr. Amie Hornaman

Dr. Amie Hornaman is an author, international speaker, and host of the top-rated medical podcast The Thyroid Fixer. She founded the Better Thyroid and Hormone Institute, delivering personalized thyroid and hormone health care across the U.S. and Canada. She’s the creator of the Fixxr supplement line, which helps target issues like weight loss, fatigue, low libido, and hormone imbalances. Inspired by her own journey with thyroid and hormone challenges, her mission is to help others navigate these issues with empathy and expert care. 

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QUOTES

“The biggest cause of miscarriage and infertility is low thyroid function. So right there, if you've been experiencing miscarriage, if you've been struggling getting pregnant, take the time. Take a pause and get your thyroid optimized first.” 

“I wanna get the full picture because I know that I'm having these symptoms and in this time of my life, the odds of me having thyroid issues is greater than it ever has been.”

“You want to be working with somebody who really understands how your thyroid works, understands how to titrate you based not only on your numbers, but also on how you feel, and also gets to the root freaking cause of your Hashi’s.”

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Let’s be honest, perimenopause and menopause are incredibly transformative journeys that NONE of us asked for. So, it’s up to us to find meaning and purpose amid these shifts. 

That’s what this episode is all about– finding the power you hold to understand what’s really happening in your body at this stage of life. 

It’s time to decode the symptoms you’ve been told to brush off again and again by your doctor, and take ACTION that changes your health trajectory today, and for all your days to come.

In this episode, I’ll provide you with the framework for understanding your body in perimenopause and help you take actionable steps to feel more alive and achieve the results you deserve.

We’re diving into labs, biomarkers, and how to harness this data to become the ultimate CEO of your health, feeling more confident in your body every day.

Tune in here and discover how to reclaim your story and feel empowered every step of the way! 

QUOTES

“88% of women over 45 years old will have some level of metabolic dysfunction, and insulin resistance is really the silent force behind 8 out of the 10 top causes of death in the US.” 

“Metabolic dysfunction and syndrome occur when three or more of the following biomarkers are out of range.”

“What a lot of us don't realize is the things that are manifesting in our sixties and seventies really started in our forties. And often they could have been avoided with earlier, more targeted interventions.”

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Ready to turn back the clock on aging? 

In this energizing episode, I’m joined by longevity expert Leslie Kenny to uncover her top tips for reversing your biological age—naturally. 

From the foundational role of mitochondrial health to practical strategies that will help spark vitality in your body, Leslie breaks down the science of anti-aging in an actionable and approachable way. 

In this podcast, you can expect to hear Leslie’s personal journey of defying age norms and maintaining fertility longer, proving that midlife can be a vibrant new beginning… not the beginning of the end! 

Your cells hold the secret to sustained youth. And the simplest lifestyle shifts can turn back your biological clock from now on. 

Wanna learn how?

Tune in to this episode to take action on your age– and leave feeling hopeful, inspired, and empowered. Remember, aging does not have to be a one-way street! 

Leslie Kenny is an Oxford-based patient advocate and entrepreneur. After years of battling health struggles, she used a novel therapy that supported her body's natural healing. Now at 59, she tested recently with a biological age of 21. Leslie founded Oxford Healthspan and launched Primeadine– a food-derived spermidine longevity supplement. Leslie is also Co-Founder of the non-profit, Oxford Longevity Project, alongside Oxford University scientists and doctors. 

QUOTES

“I quit my job, I optimized my sleep. I was walking in the Rockies every day, doing yoga. I was meditating like there was no tomorrow, journaling. Absolutely trying to de-stress myself.” 

“The more we ask for the things that keep us healthy, the more the market will give these things to us. So gluten and dairy, there are so many alternatives that you can take.”

“I developed that product specifically for autoimmune patients. For you and for me. I confess, I take both- but I've been in remission for a very long time.”

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If you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or alone in your perimenopause symptoms, this episode is for you.

I’m here today to stand with you throughout your menopause journey and offer you the raw, unfiltered truth about what goes on during this massively transformational part of your life. 

In this podcast, I’m sharing the story behind my brand new book: The Perimenopause Revolution– a book I wish I'd had when I was overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering if it was just me dealing with all these frustrating symptoms. 

We’re talking about the silence surrounding perimenopause… and why that silence ends now. 

If you or someone you love is a woman in their 30s, 40s, or 50s – tune in to this episode for all the details about my book and how you can take the driver’s seat in perimenopause. 

It’s time to reclaim your energy, metabolism, joy, and power for the second half of your life!

QUOTES

“These are real hormone shifts. They’re profound– they’re whole body hormone shifts that we need to start recognizing and addressing.”

“There really hasn't been a book on perimenopause at all. Even though this is a defining 4 to 10 + year transition for about 95% of the women on this planet.” 

“You deserve to feel amazing in your body. You deserve a team that helps you navigate this journey and you deserve advocacy so that you are thriving in the second half of your life.”

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The research is so clear… if you want to speed up your biological age, don’t use hormones. 

You can be so healthy and dialed in with your habits, but even that won’t stop your hormones from inevitably plummeting in midlife. 

That’s why Dr. Amy Killen joins the show to dive into the realities of women’s health in midlife and how hormone replacement can be a game-changer. This conversation sheds light on what’s really happening inside your body in midlife—and what you can do about it! 

Dr. Amy breaks down how hormone replacement therapy (HRT), targeted supplements, and strategic lab testing can be huge for your energy, cognition, and longevity. 

We’ll also cover the lifestyle changes that truly move the needle in midlife, and how to stay proactive instead of stuck in “default mode.”

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still struggling, this episode will make you feel seen and offer real solutions.

It’s time to feel inspired, empowered, informed, and ready to take ownership of your midlife health journey! 

Dr. Amy Killen is a leading physician in regenerative and hormone optimization medicine, specializing in women's health. As an emergency physician turned longevity specialist, she combines treatments like stem cell therapy, hormone optimization, and peptides with practical lifestyle wisdom. She’s the Chief Medical Officer of Humanaut Health and founder of the Human Optimization Project. 

QUOTES

“You could be so dialed in with your lifestyle, with your mindset, with your supplements, your everything, and you'll still have declining estrogen and progesterone.” 

“Start working on the hormones. It can help with the drive to do the lifestyle things. And I've seen that a lot.”

“We can increase human lifespan in women with these hormones and they're very inexpensive, yet less than 5% of women have access [to them].”

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Wanna know the ONE thing that’s made a profound and positive shift in my mental energy? 

In this episode, I’ll be sharing my top longevity hack that’s EASY for any woman in midlife to implement. 

I know there’s no one busier than a midlife woman. From careers to caregiving, household responsibilities, and MORE… all while we deal with the emotional and physical whirlwind of menopausal hormonal changes. 

And along with navigating the chaos of our day-to-day, these declining hormones lead to us losing bone mass, metabolic resilience, and mitochondrial function. 

But the beautiful thing about combating these changes in midlife? 

You don’t have to rearrange your schedule!

Seriously, this simple exercise hack is a complete game changer for me and my health, and I can’t wait to share it with you here! 

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QUOTES

“Midlife is the most critical time to move our bodies. This is when our metabolism starts to slow, and our insulin sensitivity declines. We begin to lose precious muscle mass at a relatively steady rate.”

“The ultimate longevity hack is moving our body as much as possible throughout the day, not just the one big workout.” 

“Honestly, nowhere is off limits for intentionally building my life around movement.”

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Feel like you work hard and set motivational goals… but haven't quite reached the level of abundance you desire?

Well… what if the thing you’ve been seeking—the money, the clarity, the ease—was already circling you, just waiting for you to open the door?

That’s what manifesting your abundant life can do! 

Maybe you've dabbled in manifestation practices, but aren’t really sure you’ve cracked the code. 

Despite whether or not you’re a true believer of manifestation, expert Cathy Heller joins the podcast today to show you that manifestation IS absolutely possible, and it can bring you the life you’ve been dreaming about. 

In this short and juicy feel-good episode, Cathy will help you: 

✨Shift your energy
✨Learn the art of receiving

✨Boost your confidence 

✨And help you finally live the life that’s been calling your name! 

Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your full potential and live your life to the fullest. 

Cathy Heller 

Cathy Heller is a renowned teacher and author of the USA Today bestselling book, Abundant Ever After: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease. She also hosts one of the top spiritual podcasts, Abundant Ever After, which has 45 million+ downloads. She’s a practitioner of the law of reception and deeply understands the universal principles of manifestation. Cathy helps individuals on a transformative journey towards unlocking their highest potential.

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QUOTES

“Our actual heart is literally an electromagnetic device. And when we are attuned, when we are plugged in, when we are actually centered, our heart is expanded and open. It literally, not figuratively, gives everything around us a biological update.” 

“I think there are a lot of podcasts that give people a lot of steps and they don't stick. And the reason they don't stick is because when the identity is still unworthiness… It's very difficult for that to actually create a way in which we will DO differently.”

“We often don't give ourselves permission to just be in the process of becoming a master of something…. part of the gift in beginning something is growing through it and giving yourself grace.”

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