Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

Find yourself scratching your head, wondering what you did with your keys? Ever walked into a room and can’t remember why you went in there?
Many of us have experienced brain fog in midlife. Join Cam and Amelia as we explore why this occurs, give you some funny stories of our own experiences and give you TIPS on dealing with this annoying occurrence.
(Pro tip: Multi-tasking is not a badge of honor.)
We talk about habits, hormones, testing, inflammation, and so much more. While more is not always better, it certainly is here, as this episode is chock full of good advice.
Check out some of our favorite resources below!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

DUTCH Test for hormones
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TriMag
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ReMag
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Kate Northrup
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The Fifth Agreement Ruiz and Ruiz
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Four Sigmatic
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The New Rules of Aging Well Dr. Frank Lipman
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Dr. Hyman Podcast
https://drhyman.com/blog/category/podcasts/

Some of these may be affiliate links to support this podcast.
Thank you! Amelia and Cam

If this episode inspired you in some way to step up your self-care game, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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What is self-care in midlife?

Self-care is all the rage, but what does it really mean, and how is it different now, in midlife, then in our 20's or 30's?

Join Cam and Amelia down the beautiful road of self-care. Learn why we resisted it, what it means to us, how we prioritize it and how we fit it into our busy lives. We also ponder what new self-care trends we'd like to try. (What self-care habit would you like to start?)

We talk about 'time cushioning,' prioritizing sleep, 'pillow talk,' what is non-negotiable, and how starting small can translate into big wins.

Learn how to recognize your worth, nurture yourself, and gain a new lease on life so that the the giving that we know you do will be more meaningful and fulfilling when you are giving from a place of fullness instead of a place of emptiness.

If this episode inspired you in some way and you feel like getting a massage, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas

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Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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BONUS EPISODE ALERT!

We get this question all the time, 'How did the 2 of you meet?'

I know; it sounds like a silly line from a Rom-Com but people really want to know. Cam and Amelia have amazing 'on-mic' chemistry, so we're here to tell you our story.

It might not be as glamorous or as crazy as you think. We're just 2 women trying to help other women through this crazy space called midlife.

Maybe it's our parallel upbringings. Maybe it's our 'recovering' perfectionism. Maybe it's that we are both ex-athletes in extreme sports.

Hear it all from the beginning: from the first Instagram live, to what we've become today. We're the Midlife Mommas!

If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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Do you have a favorite number? What number(s) haunt you?
Our culture is inundated with a need for metrics. How do you cope with evaluating yourself according to a number?

It starts at birth. Babies fall into certain percentiles with respect to weight, height, and head circumference. We add on to the notion of 'worth by numbers' in school when we are told our reading comprehension or SAT score.

As adults, we buy into numbers such as weight and salary to indicate worthiness.

Cam and Amelia are here to debunk the notion that numbers define you. We share our experience with numbers and how we got out of that dangerous mindset.

During midlife, we should be experiencing JOY. Listen to this episode for a refreshing look at midlife - number-free!

Here's a recent reel on Cam's Instagram about numbers.

If this episode inspired you in some way and you feel empowered to not live by NUMBERS, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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What do you do with leftover food? In this age of rising costs and low-quality food, it is NO time to waste.

Join Cam and Amelia as they discuss their favorite ways to repurpose leftovers. We cover everything from salads to soups to scrambles. Learn how to expand leftovers to make a whole other meal for your family. We talk about all sorts of veggies, grains, and meats. There is a purpose for ALL of them!

Cam’s favorite food-related saying is, ‘Cook once; eat twice!’ Hang out with us for 20 min, and you’ll never be hangry again.  Here's a recent post and picture of Amelia's leftovers. YUM!

Bowls: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGufx6njLYK/?utm_medium=copy_link
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_n9FFzDPMd/?utm_medium=copy_link


If this episode inspired you somehow, take a screenshot of your leftovers and post it to your  Instagram stories. Remember to tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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Not sleeping stinks! In midlife, we realize just how valuable sleep is. Uninterrupted sleep is gold.

In this episode, Cam and Amelia explore the physiologic reasons for sleeplessness, the health concerns that come from not getting enough sleep, and some solutions.

We talk about your hormones, sleep space, nighttime routine, and other things that affect sleep. We discuss eating patterns, alcohol & caffeine intake, and exercise.
Join us as we really unpack treatments, including supplements, dietary changes, non-prescription sleep aides, and pssst, ahem, sex! This is not R-rated talk. This is real-life, woman-to-woman talk.

Can’t sleep? Don’t go another night without listening to this episode of the Midlife Mommas!

If this episode inspired you in some way and your sleep improved, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

Please share, rate, and review the podcast.  We appreciate you! ❤️

85% of women have hot flashes. They are generally accepted as part of midlife. However, there is a reason for hot flashes and ways to deal with them. In this episode, we unpack WHAT hot flashes are, WHAT triggers them and WHAT you can DO about them.

Hot flashes can start as early as late-30’s through your 50’s and possibly into your 60’s. They are annoying and difficult, but you do not have to sit by and take them. Triggers include alcohol, spicy, some medications, plus a whole lot more!

There are SO many holistic solutions, and we want to bring your the best of the best. In this episode, you'll hear about mindfulness, acupuncture, cooling foods, plus, essential oil blends, herbs, and bedtime routines.

If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening and post it to your  Instagram stories, and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.

Join us on the midlife journey, starting with HOT FLASHES!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

Please share, rate, and review the podcast.  We appreciate you! ❤️