In this episode of Glow Up and Grow Up, we’re joined by Traci Peterson for one of our most requested conversations yet: perimenopause, menopause, and hormones - what’s actually happening in your body, what’s normal, and what you should be paying attention to.
Traci breaks down the difference between perimenopause vs. menopause vs. post-menopause, explains why so many women feel confused (or dismissed), and walks through the symptoms that often show up long before our period stops - things like fatigue, mood changes, brain fog, weight shifts, sleep issues, and changes in libido and intimacy.
This episode is about education and empowerment. We talk about learning your cycle, understanding hormone patterns, asking better health questions, and advocating for yourself so you can feel informed instead of overwhelmed during this season of life.
If you’ve been wondering “Is this hormones?” - this conversation is one you won't want to miss!
In this episode, we cover:
What perimenopause is (and when it can start)
What menopause actually means (and why it’s “one day”)
Common symptoms women overlook or normalize
Hormones, cycles, and why you can feel “off” even with regular periods
How hormones can impact relationships, intimacy, and confidence
Why self-advocacy and education matter so much for women’s health
Note: This episode is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal guidance.
About Our Guest
Traci Peterson is an international speaker, highly sought after trainer, has spoken to over 23,000 people and performed in front of 100,000 in sports audiences.
She's been a board-certified family nurse practitioner, founder/CEO of Elevate Wellness & Aesthetics and has treated over 6,000 female patients.
Traci is also co-founder of The Butterfly Campaign and the #1 Top Team Builder in 50 Countries with Amare, for outstanding leadership and long-term team retention.
Her latest project is BE: A Mother Daughter Movement grounded in connection and protection. She cites that her greatest accomplishment is being a mother to 3 very active children!
With collective medical, wellness, aesthetics and leadership experience of 15+ years, Traci is widely regarded by her male and female peers, patients, clients, entrepreneurs and moms alike.
She helps high-performing women and their daughters conquer self-criticism and comparison through identifying your unique and divine gifts. And finding validation is learning to love yourself and lean on God. She helps people practically and remember who they are so they can confidently raise the next generation of leaders.
Traci has worked with big names such as Rory and AJ Vaden, New York Times best selling authors, Mark Davenport, 2x Exit Entrepreneur & Investor and Mark MacDonald, Celebrity Nutritionist and two-time New York Times Best-selling author.
She prides herself in mastering her roles as a mother, wife and woman of faith and leading by example in all of her leadership roles.
“Am I In Perimenopause?” Take Traci’s Quiz:
www.tracipeterson.com/perimenopausequiz
Book a FREE consultation with Traci Peterson, FNP-BC
https://links.tracipeterson.com/widget/bookings/30min-initial-consultation
Connect with Traci
https://tracipeterson.com/health
