What happens when two menopause experts swap their own stories of brain fog, joint pain, and midlife panic attacks? Spoiler: It’s raw, relatable, and eye-opening.

This episode is like no other. I sit down with my colleague and friend, Dr. Heidi Flagg, for one of the most open and candid conversations I’ve had on the podcast. We don’t just talk about the science of menopause—we share our own symptoms, challenges, and the surprising ways hormones have shaped our journeys.

Dr. Flagg and I explore the lesser-discussed symptoms of menopause, including brain fog, joint pain, and more. I share my own experience with a midlife panic attack and how it opened my eyes to the complexities of this transition. Together, we debunk myths about hormone therapy, dive into the vital connection between estrogen and brain health, and highlight the transformative power of lifestyle changes like weight training and improving sleep. This episode is all about addressing the symptoms no one talks about and empowering you with the knowledge to thrive.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one struggling with menopause symptoms, this episode will show you that even the experts have been there—and we’re here to help. With humor, honesty, and a ton of actionable insights, we explore how to navigate midlife with confidence.

Episode Highlights:

• Dr. Flagg and I get real about our own menopause struggles
• The truth about hormone therapy and why it’s not a “one-size-fits-all” solution
• How brain fog and panic attacks are linked to hormonal changes
• Practical tips for improving cognitive and physical health in midlife
• The power of social connection and breaking the stigma around menopause

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Dr. Flaggs Bio:

Dr. Heidi Snyder Flagg is a founder and managing partner of Spring ObGyn, a private practice in NYC. Since completing her ObGyn residency at Brown’s Woman & Infant’s Hospital in 1999, Dr. Flagg’s clinical interests have spanned the woman’s reproductive cycle with a current focus, as a certified menopause specialist, on peri menopausal and menopausal issues, challenges and treatments. 

Dr. Flagg sits on the Every Mother Counts Founder’s circle as a medical advisor and speaker.  She holds positions on the HL Snyder Medical Foundation and The Experimental Science Now boards. 

In addition, Dr. Flagg is a medical advisor to Flow Health and Let’s Talk Menopause.

Dr. Flagg lives in New York City with her husband, Chris, and two kids.

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