EnRitched Menopause

By Jessica Ritch, MDMedicine Health & Fitness Education Self-Improvement

EnRitched Menopause episodes

August 19 98: Beyond the basics in menopause hormone care with Dr. Alicia Robbins
Menopause hormone therapy can be life-changing, but finding the right approach isn’t always as simple as taking estrogen and progesterone.
If you’re in your 40s and dealing with poor sleep, weight changes, mood shifts, brain fog, hot flashes, or simply feeling unlike yourself, menopause care may require more than the basics.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch and Dr. Alicia Robbins, a board-certified OB/GYN and menopause specialist, take a closer look at personalized hormone care during perimenopause and menopause. They explore how hormone needs can change throughout the menopause transition, the roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and what to consider when hormone therapy isn’t giving you the relief you expected. Dr. Robbins also shares her approach to midlife care, including preventative health, lifestyle, sleep, mood, and treatments that may help address specific symptoms.
Listen to the full episode to go beyond the basics of menopause hormone care, and share it with a woman who could benefit from a more personalized approach to her health.

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Connect with Dr. Alicia Robbins
Instagram: @aliciarobbinsmd
https://www.instagram.com/aliciarobbinsmd

Podcast: Call Your Doctor
https://www.draliciarobbins.com/podcast

Dr. Alicia Robbins is the founder of The Elm, a boutique practice focused on midlife care for women in Greenwich, Connecticut. She is also the co-host of Call Your Doctor, a podcast covering health and medicine. Through her "Dr. Robbins Method", she takes a systematic approach to midlife care while addressing each woman’s individual symptoms, needs, and goals.

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
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40 min
August 12 97: Building resilience with Lisa Peterson
Some seasons of life ask more of us than others — and perimenopause can be one of them.
Between hormonal changes and life's unexpected challenges, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news? Resilience is something you can build.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch welcomes Coach Lisa Peterson for a heartfelt conversation about finding strength during life's biggest transitions. Lisa shares her personal experience with early menopause and profound loss, along with the lessons that led her to help other women build resilience through change. Together, they explore practical ways to care for your nervous system, process difficult emotions, and reconnect with yourself during challenging seasons.
If you've been feeling stretched thin or wondering how to keep moving forward, this conversation is a gentle reminder that resilience is built one step, one choice, and one day at a time.
🎧 Listen now to learn how building resilience can help you feel more supported through perimenopause, menopause, and life's inevitable ups and downs.

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Connect with Lisa Peterson:

Instagram: @lisavp305
https://www.instagram.com/lisavp305

Substack: Lisa V. Peterson
https://substack.com/@lisavpeterson

Website: BabeGarage.com
https://babegarage.com

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
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37 min
August 05 96: The latest technology for the vagina, vulva and pelvic floor with Jestina Cutshall
What if some of the changes you've been told are "just part of aging" don't have to be?
Bladder leaks, frequent trips to the bathroom, vaginal discomfort, painful sex, and pelvic floor weakness are common during perimenopause and menopause — but that doesn't mean you have to simply live with them. These symptoms can affect everything from your sleep and workouts to intimacy and your overall confidence.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch is joined by women's health nurse and InMode Clinical Trainer Jestina Cutshall to discuss innovative technologies that are helping women regain comfort and confidence. Together, they explore treatments like FormaV and VTone, how they support vaginal tissue and pelvic floor health, what you can expect during treatment, and why a personalized approach is key to finding the right solution.
If you've been wondering whether your symptoms are "normal" or what options are available beyond simply managing them, this episode is for you.
🎧 Tune in to learn about today's treatment options for pelvic and vaginal health and the questions to ask when exploring what may be right for your body.

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Connect with Jestina:
Jestina Cutshall
Clinical Trainer, InMode
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more about InMode and find a provider: https://inmodemd.com

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
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Instagram: @enritched
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> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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27 min
July 29 95: Healing your pelvic floor and more with Dr. Rivka Friedman
Have you been told that bladder leaks, pelvic pain, or discomfort during intimacy are just a normal part of getting older?
Many women in perimenopause and menopause experience symptoms like urinary urgency, leaking, pelvic pressure, vaginal discomfort, or pain with sex — but often suffer in silence or assume there's nothing they can do about it.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch is joined by pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Rivka Friedman for an empowering conversation about pelvic floor health during midlife. They discuss how hormonal changes can impact the pelvic floor, why symptoms like bladder issues, prolapse, and pelvic pain are so common, and how pelvic floor therapy can help women regain comfort, confidence, and quality of life.
Whether you're dealing with symptoms yourself or simply want to better understand your body, this episode offers practical insights and hope. You'll learn why pelvic floor health is about much more than Kegels — and why it's never too late to seek support.
🎧 Listen now and discover how caring for your pelvic floor can help you thrive through perimenopause and menopause.
If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be struggling with symptoms in silence. Together, we can help more women get the support they deserve. 💚

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Connect with Dr. Rivka Friedman:
Website: https://drrivkafriedman.com
Instagram: @drrivkafriedman
https://www.instagram.com/drrivkafriedman
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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
Sign up now: 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/enritched

35 min
July 22 94: Mental health in menopause with Dr. Susan Zink
Feeling more anxious, irritable, forgetful, or simply not quite like yourself lately? Perimenopause and menopause can affect more than your physical health. Shifting hormones can also impact your mood, sleep, anxiety levels, and ability to focus.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch is joined by Dr. Susan Zink, a board-certified reproductive psychiatrist and founder of Elemental Integrative Psychiatry, to take a closer look at the connection between hormones, the brain, and mental health during perimenopause and menopause. They discuss anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, and brain fog, along with the many factors that may contribute to these symptoms and treatment options that can help, including lifestyle changes, therapy, medications, and hormone therapy.
If you’ve been struggling with your mood, sleep, anxiety, or brain fog, tune in to better understand what may be happening and the support available to help you feel better.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may benefit from this conversation.

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Connect with Dr. Susan Zink:
Website: ElementalIntegrativePsych.com
https://www.elementalintegrativepsych.com
Facebook: Elemental Integrative Psychiatry
https://www.facebook.com/people/EleMental-Integrative-Psychiatry/61580364713741/
Instagram: @elemental_integrative_psych
https://www.instagram.com/elemental_integrative_psych
YouTube: @elemental_integrative_psych
https://m.youtube.com/@elemental_integrative_psych
LinkedIn: Susan Zink, MD
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanzinkmd

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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33 min
July 15 93: Menopause makeover with Dr. Sanam Zahedi
Have you looked in the mirror lately and wondered why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar — even though you're taking care of yourself the same way you always have? Menopause can bring changes that affect not only how we look, but also how we feel in our bodies and ourselves.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch sits down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sanam Zahedi to discuss what she calls the "menopause makeover" — a thoughtful, individualized approach to addressing the physical changes that often accompany perimenopause and menopause. Together, they explore the science behind hormonal shifts, collagen loss, breast changes, body composition, facial aging, and why understanding what's happening beneath the surface can help women make informed decisions about aesthetic treatments.
If this episode resonates with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be experiencing similar changes...
Because menopause isn't the end of feeling confident in your body — it's an opportunity to redefine what confidence looks like for you.

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Connect with Dr. Zahedi
Zahedi Plastic Surgery, Aventura, Florida (offers both in person and virtual consults)
Website: SZPlasticSurgery.com
https://www.szplasticsurgery.com
Instagram: @doctorzahedi
https://www.instagram.com/doctorzahedi

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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52 min
July 08Welcome to Season 6 of EnRitched Menopause
Wondering what's next for EnRitched Menopause? Whether you've been listening from the beginning or are joining us for the first time, we're so glad you're here.
In this special season opener, Dr. Jessica Ritch celebrates four years of the podcast, shares the exciting news behind the launch of EnRitched Gynecology, and offers a preview of what's ahead for the 2026 season. From menopause care and pelvic floor health to sleep, metabolism, mental health, and cardiovascular wellness, this season brings practical conversations and expert insights designed to help women feel their best during midlife and beyond.
Tune in for a look at what's coming this season and subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
In This Season Preview:
Celebrating four years of EnRitched Menopause
The launch of EnRitched Gynecology
A first look at the 2026 season
Expert guests and conversations coming this year
Practical, evidence-based discussions for women in midlife
Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who could use more support during perimenopause or menopause.
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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
Sign up now: 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/enritched
5 min
January 08 92: New Year, New Chapter
Menopause care shouldn’t feel rushed or impersonal.
In this episode, Dr. Ritch shares an important update about her practice, to better support women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
Many women are looking for more than quick answers — they want time, clarity, and care that truly listens. If you’ve ever felt that traditional appointments didn’t leave enough space for your questions or concerns, this episode explains why a different approach is needed.
Dr. Ritch shares what inspired this shift, how her new model supports personalized menopause care, and what it means for women seeking long-term support through this transition.
Listen in to learn more about this new approach to perimenopause and menopause care. If you — or someone you know — could benefit from the type of practice Dr. Ritch is describing and the model launching this April, please don’t hesitate to reach out using the resources below.

👉🏻 JOIN OUR WEBINAR:
🗓 January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM EST
📌 Dr. Jessica Ritch Practice Overview
🌐 Learn more: https://www.enRitchedgynecology.com
📞 Contact a Membership Specialist: 786-228-4284

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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7 min
November 26, 2025 91: Updates in Menopause Care
So many women in their 40s and 50s are trying to make informed decisions about their health, only to be met with outdated warnings, mixed messages, or advice that dismisses their very real symptoms.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch breaks down the huge updates shaping the future of menopause care — including the FDA’s newly revised stance on estrogen, the shift toward earlier perimenopause treatment, advancements in personalized hormone therapy, and new insights from the 2025 Menopause Society Meeting. She also covers the latest updates on metabolism, bone health, sexual wellness, and inclusive approaches to menopause care.
As we close out this fall season, Dr. Ritch shares what’s next for the podcast — and why 2026 is set to bring even more empowering, evidence-based conversations to support you through midlife and beyond.
If this episode brought you clarity or comfort during your perimenopause or menopause journey, share it with a friend who needs this information. ❤️

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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11 min
November 19, 2025 90: Balance, Power, and Mobility with Kellie Williams
Are your workouts suddenly feeling harder in your 40s?
Many women in perimenopause and menopause notice more joint pain, slower recovery, and stubborn weight gain — not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because their bodies are changing.
In this episode, Dr. Ritch is joined by Kellie Williams, founder of BPM Wellness, to talk about what exercise should look like for midlife women. They break down the foundations of effective training at this stage of life — from strength work that protects muscle and bone, to low-impact cardio that still boosts metabolism, to mobility and yoga that keep you flexible and injury-free.
Kellie also shares why joyful, music-driven movement can improve your mood, confidence, and even brain health during perimenopause and menopause.
🎧 Tune in and share this episode with a friend who’s ready to feel stronger, more energized, and more confident through perimenopause and menopause.

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Connect with Kellie Williams:
Website: BPM Wellness
https://www.bpm-wellness.com
Facebook: @bpmwellness
https://www.facebook.com/bpmwellness
Instagram: @bpmwellness
https://www.instagram.com/bpmwellness

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READY TO ENRICH YOUR MENOPAUSE JOURNEY?
> For EnRitched Gynecology practice updates and membership information, please visit: https://enritchedgynecology.com
> Connect with Dr. Jessica Ritch for more free resources on menopause and women's health:
Facebook: @enRitched
https://www.facebook.com/enRitched
Instagram: @enritched
https://www.instagram.com/enritched
TikTok: @enritched
https://www.tiktok.com/@enritched
> And JOIN OUR MAILING LIST to get early access to new episodes!📩
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31 min

About EnRitched Menopause

From the publisher's feed

Welcome to EnRitched Menopause where host, Dr. Jessica Ritch, helps those in perimenopause and menopause understand what's going on with their bodies and how to thrive in this stage and beyond. You…