Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

Who'd have thought you could 'crockpot' without an actual crockpot??
Today, Cam and Amelia use this term to talk about the process of allowing ideas to simmer. Do you ever have a great idea about:

• changing a habit?
• getting healthier?
• changing jobs?

Then you either:
A) decide that it's not for you (you are scared, you procrastinate, or decide it's dumb)
B) fail to act
C) jump in without thinking twice

'Crockpotting' is the idea of slowing down, of really carefully considering. It's NOT being lazy, procrastinating, nor a failure to act.
Join us as we teach you how to be intentional about next steps.

00:00 Fad diets don't lead to lasting change.
04:26 Health resolutions often fade after February 15th.
08:07 Reflecting, observing, and waiting for guidance.
10:55 Recognize thoughts don't define you; seek truth.
15:14 Reflection and waiting are not inaction.
16:07 Rest is important for creativity and growth.
22:17 Quick access to data is integral today.
24:08 Teaching toddlers to manage emotions, not suppress.
26:17 Childbirth and hard work are most rewarding.

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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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Did you know that some purported health trends can actually be bad for you?
Yes, you heard that right! There is a plethora of health information out there. Much of it is good, based on scientific evidence. Other pieces of advice are not-so-good, based on theories and guesses. However, some things are good for some people and not for others.
These 3 trends are either suggested to BE healthy OR, are things we unwittingly do because, well, for lack of a better word, we are ignorant. (I say this with a great amount of affection, because this was ME for a long time!)
Join us to find out what this 3 sneaky things are that may be bad for your health.

00:00 Overexercising and fasting affected my health negatively.
05:48 Pre-workout snack essential for energy and performance.
07:56 Pre-workout banana and coffee for fuel. Overcoming diet culture mindset.
12:19 Nuts provide protein and crunch as snacks.
15:33 Preference for chicken and occasional beef consumption.
18:20 Gradual increase towards lean body weight goal.
20:45 Tracking protein intake is essential for health.
25:16 Surrendered control to birth control, lost emotions.
27:40 Understanding menopause journey, options, and empowerment.
30:05 We prioritize natural remedies based on research.

34 Known Symptoms of Menopause:
1.Hot flashes

2.Night sweats

3.Irregular periods

4.Mood swings

5.Fatigue

6.Insomnia

7.Vaginal dryness

8.Weight gain

9.Changes in libido

10.Memory problems

11.Joint pain

12.Hair loss or thinning

13.Dry skin

14.Headaches

15.Urinary incontinence

16.Bloating

17.Breast tenderness

18.Changes in body odor

19.Anxiety

20.Depression

21.Irritability

22.Difficulty concentrating

23.Digestive issues

24.Changes in taste or smell

25.Brittle nails

26.Heart palpitations

27.Osteoporosis risk

28.Tooth and gum problems

29.Changes in hair growth

30.Allergies

31.Itchy skin

32.Muscle tension

33.Changes in breast size

34.Increased facial hair growth

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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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00:00 Body's cortisol rises in morning, lowers later.
03:24 Light in the morning affects cortisol, melatonin.
08:39 Stress affects body: heart rate, digestion, energy.
12:29 Stress affects fertility and can harm pregnancy.
16:13 Exercise led to weight gain, then loss.
17:25 Enjoy cycling, brings joy and balance.
20:42 Hypothalamus and pituitary regulate cortisol production.
25:27 Limit stress before bed by unplugging devices.
28:59 Flexibility and self-care for mental wellness.
30:34 Skeptical at first, but biofeedback worked.
33:12 Contact us using info in show description.

Cortisol: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Wait, can cortisol be good?....YES

Join us for an informative and valuable talk about CORTISOL. Cortisol is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands. "But what does it do?" you may ask and why should I care about?
Cortisol is your get up and go hormone, but in recent years, it's gotten a bad rap as mainstream media has talked about 'adrenal fatigues'. We're here to set the record straight on:

• What corisol does
• What happens if you're always in "fight or flight" mode
• What happens if your cortisol is too low
• Warning signs of too much (and too little) cortisol
• Strategies to manage cortisol response

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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

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New Year's is a time of New Beginnings. But what about the lessons we learned in the previous 12 months?
This episode is all about those lessons and putting down what no longer services us.
Join Cam and Amelia as we discuss the Top 5 things we are leaving behind as we look forward to the New Year.
What are you ready to leave behind?
 
00:00 Shooting life away, a play on words.
05:14 Release need for comebacks, be authentic.
06:39 Reframe "should" to "I get to."
09:27 Self-doubt and rushing, need for self-reflection.
15:40 Receiving help, recognizing need for self-care.
17:34 Hiring a young virtual assistant empowers growth.
19:18 Finding balance between work and rest.
22:58 Funny story about declining social commitments gracefully.
26:51 Visualization of protection and safety in bubble wrap.
28:50 Check show description for contact information.

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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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What are your fitness goals for 2024?
Want to learn how to QuickStart your fitness program?
You'll want to listen to this episode of the Midlife Mommas
Guess what? The exercise program of your 20's and 30's won't work in menopause. Your body is different; your hormones are different and your exercise needs are different. Don't operate under the insanity principle (doing the same thing over and over expecting a different outcome).
Here is a preview:

• Less is more
• Lift weights!
• Shun diet culture
• Exemplify the Be-Do-Have attitude

00:00 Process oriented individual acknowledges lack of vision.
05:36 Accidentally overtrained, got injured, learned valuable lesson.
07:46 Motivated woman dusts off bike for exercise.
10:40 Prioritizing self-care and flexibility for personal success.
13:30 Old ultra runner switches to walking exercise.
18:09 Lifting weights can prevent osteoporosis, important.
20:28 Rest on weekends boosts physical and mental well-being.
25:01 Enjoy exercise variety, especially friends' tennis games.
25:57 Walking more, rethinking exercise versus movement.
29:05 Find contact info in show description, talk next week.

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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

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Are you itchy? Is your throat scratchy? Are you hungrier than normal?
It might be that you are DEHYDRATED! Dehydration is real in the wintertime. We don't think about drinking water so much when it's cold, but we need it as much as ever. Heat can be drying and if you exercise in winter, you need to rehydrate. Heck, even breathing causes you to lose moisture.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Redmonds Real Salt
LMNT
ReLyte by Redmond
Link to Cam's Amazon store ***commission may be earned


00:00 Winter dehydration concerns: skin, sinuses, drinking water.
05:51 Winter dry skin and eczema itch treatment.
08:49 Former CrossFit coach highlights signs of dehydration.
12:40 Drinking coffee, filling water, adding electrolytes. Lots of water bottle options.
15:30 Friends with migraines found electrolytes helped prevent headaches.
17:20 Stay hydrated by alternating alcohol with water.
20:02 Severe dehydration led to dangerous health consequences.
23:52 Using neti pot daily flushes sinuses.
27:01 Reduced alcohol intake by embracing mocktails.
29:31 Show info below, contact us next week.

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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

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How you talk to yourself, ie, your thoughts are habits that affect your daily life, including 'success' or 'failure'. I use those terms loosely, as they are defined by your thoughts too!  
Join us for an informative talk with Amy Lang. She's a master health coach, author, podcast host, and known as the Habit Whisperer. Amy's focus is helping women take a look at their thought habits and how they affect health and weight loss.
Like so many subjects on The Midlife Mommas, weight loss is about mindset. We hope you enjoy Amy's talk and pay attention to her "fundamental five" as s foundation.

00:00 Overcoming unhealthy habits and rediscovering joyful eating.
06:22 Discover your values, find strength, embrace purpose.
08:34 Self-love, inner health, and personal values.
12:59 Prioritize habits for a meaningful change.
14:48 Create habits at a level 9 or 10.
17:34 Distinguishing between intuitive and joyful eating program.
23:00 Culture shifted to unhealthy food mindset; seek joy.
24:32 Love is not indulgence. Self-care vs love.
29:37 Amy expresses concerns about flaws in food culture.
32:08 Frame thoughts with kindness and empowerment always.
33:58 Importance of positive mindset in strength training.
37:20 Grateful for podcast opportunity, book is labor.

Connect with Amy:
Podcast: Happy and Healthy with Amy Lang
IG/YouTube: @habitwhisperer on
FB and LinkedIn: @amylangcoaching

Free Resources from Amy:
https://www.amylangcoaching.com/thoughtsarehabitstoo
https://www.thoughtsarehabitstoo.com/roadmap

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Amelia

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Cam

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• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

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Sugar is the Devil.  In the 80's and 90's we were told it was dietary fat, but now we know differently. Sugar is one of the most addictive substances on earth.  So how do you break up with it?

Go on, admit it, you need to break up with sugar. Cam and Amelia have had love affairs with sugar, so you aren't alone. In this episode, we talk about all kinds of sugar and how to recognize them. I know breaking up with sugar feels like losing your best friend, but you can do it!

02:23 Spouse, gummy worms, sugar addiction, bad.
05:09 No longer need you. Forget you.
08:12 Past life teaching 1st grade, moon+sugar=amped kids, stress control.
11:45 Make your own granola with healthy ingredients.
12:35 Stomachache from sugary organic Clif builder bar.
17:00 "Journey similar to yours, learning about healthy food."
19:24 Sugar leads to aging and disease.
23:34 Starting CrossFit, earned ice cream. Changed habits during chaotic life.
26:02 Approach same, evaluate, possibly discard, occasionally indulge.
29:06 Love it. Right, sweetness from friends. Good convo. Enjoy holidays on/off plate.

Other Names for Sugar:

• Sucrose: Common table sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets.
• Fructose: Naturally occurring sugar found in fruits and honey.
• Glucose: Simple sugar that serves as a primary source of energy for the body.
• Lactose: Sugar present in milk and dairy products.
• Maltose: Sugar produced during the digestion of starch, found in malted foods.
• Dextrose: Another name for glucose, often used in food and medical applications.
• High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS): Sweetener made from corn starch, commonly used in processed foods and beverages.
• Agave Nectar/Syrup: Sweetener derived from the agave plant, often used as a natural alternative to sugar.
• Honey: Natural sweet substance produced by bees.
• Maple Syrup: Sweet syrup made from the sap of sugar maple trees.
• Brown Sugar: White sugar mixed with molasses, giving it a brown color and distinct flavor.
• Powdered/Confectioner's Sugar: Finely ground sugar mixed with cornstarch, used in baking and confectionery.
• Turbinado Sugar: Raw sugar with a larger grain size and a molasses flavor.
• Coconut Sugar: Sugar derived from the sap of the coconut palm tree.
• Date Sugar: Sweetener made from dried, ground dates.
• Barley Malt Syrup: Sweetener made from malted barley, often used in brewing and baking.
• Rice Syrup: Sweetener derived from brown rice.
• Blackstrap Molasses: Dark, viscous byproduct of sugar refining, rich in minerals.
• Cane Juice: Juice extracted from sugar cane before refining.
• Invert Sugar: Mixture of glucose and fructose formed by breaking down sucrose.

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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

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Tracking nutrition may feel like a daunting, laborious task, but it will provide value if you are aiming for particular health goals.
In this episode, Cam and Amelia unpack the what and how of nutritional tracking. You can start small, with just daily protein. Then, if needed, you can expand your tracking to all macro nutrients (fat and carbs). There are several apps that will lend a hand.
It can be an eye-opening experience to track your nutrition. It lets you know what you are really consuming but be honest with yourself. If you don't accurately track, you can't trust the results. 

01:59 Tracking diet helps understand what's missing.
04:52 Food diary: start small, track daily protein.
09:24 Displaying information with circles, setting individual goals.
10:12 Tracking with a coach is fantastic and accurate.
13:05 Don't let numbers control your life.
19:00 Collagen and protein powder as supplements in moderation.
22:45 Eating colorful fruits and veggies provides healthy carbs.
24:22 Misconception about nutrient-less carbs, organic corn chips top choice.
26:49 Tracking biofeedback, blood sugar hacks, food order.
29:50 Curiosity in food transforms health and happiness.

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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

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cToday we're talking about redefining Thanksgiving Traditions in midlife. This may be especially relevant if your tradition will necessarily change due to a change in status. This could be due to divorce, loss of a parent, being newly empty-nested or simply that you want to try something new!

Traditions are great, until they're not. I think sometimes we fail to recognize this.  We expect the 'Norman Rockwell' painting during the Holidays, when in fact, that rarely happens; it's a complete illusion!
We want you to embrace new traditions. Take what you enjoyed from past traditions and let go of the rest. Expectations can be joy-killers.    

Cam and Amelia give you a humorous, heart-warming look at what creating new traditions can look like.

02:10 Traditions: Paternal grandparents, husband, separate opinions.
04:45 Large family gathering without alcohol and games.
07:29 Family traditions can change as kids grow.
11:34 Holiday plans with family may change, adapting graciously.
13:51 Thanksgiving with kids: hike, breakfast, brewery, fun.
18:11 My daughter went, relatives can be stressful.
19:58 Father uncomfortable on holidays, no need to entertain.
23:12 Little considerations during the holidays for hosts.
26:26 Downloadable guide with episode references available.


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Amelia

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Cam

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