Meet Ilise Harris. Ilise has been a freelance make up artist for over 40 years.

She worked on countless American and European fashion and beauty magazines, advertising campaigns and album covers. She travelled to far flung locations and met fascinating people. Liza Minelli, Madonna, Lisa Marie Presley, Kathleen Battle, Anna winter, Mia Farrow - those are some celebrities Ilise enjoyed working with.

She also studied mobile photography and now she became a film maker.

Embracing her own silver curls enabled her to connect to women on the street, in Facebook groups locally and internationally. She decided to make a film about women who stop coloring their hair and embrace their natural grey and silver.

This is often not an easy decision for women. Many experience judgement - from their own mindset and from people close to them. Even strangers feel they can have an opinion how women's hair should be.

In our conversation we also talk about the journey women experience when they move through perimenopause into their wise woman years. What role does hair color play?

What else are women challenging when their hormones are changing? What are the gifts on the other side of menopause?

Ilise shares her own journey and what she learned from the women in the movie.

The movie was shown at the Yonkers film festival to a full house. If you missed it, don't despair. You can still watch it here: Your Roots are Showing.

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You can follow Ilise on social media and connect with her if you are interested in organizing a watch party, discussion or presentation .

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Alisa was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at the young age of 38. Saving her life became the main focus of her doctors. Unfortunately because of the necessary medical treatments , she was pushed into early perimenopause, and later on into sudden menopause. What was the support she received from the medical community? Was it enough?

In this conversation Alisa talks about the challenges she faced and the journey she went on to deal with the after effects of her cancer treatments and the symptoms of sudden onset peri/menopause.

One treatment specifically helped her regain her energy and health. You can find out more here: Lifewave

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In the US, women in perimenopause often feel that the western medical system has abandoned them. We have heard a lot about the benefits of healthcare in Canada. How are they doing with supporting midlife women?

In my conversation with Lindsay we talk about the general healthcare system in Canada, and we especially focus on her personal experience. As a mother and businesswoman - what did perimenopause add to her already busy life?

Were there any challenges she had to overcome? What was the physical experience of perimenopause - and was there also an emotional layer?

And what comes after? What was her learning and growth process - and how is she using her experience now to support others. Hint: she is a leadership coach for high achieving business leaders.

Lindsay has her own podcast for and about female entrepreneurs and small business owners. You can listen to it here: Female Founder Unplugged

You can connect with Lindsay on Instagram @highvoltleadership.

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Do you need to go to the bathroom every 30 minutes? Are you worried about traveling because you can't hold it in during a long car ride? Maybe you experienced leaking during your morning exercise? Or you are experiencing pelvic pain, or pain during intercourse.

These are all conditions a pelvic floor physical therapist can help you with.

Ronit Sukenick was already a physical therapist at Columbia in NYC when she experienced severe pelvic pain during and after her pregnancy.Fearing that she would not be able to continue working, she searched for a solution. What she found changed her life and her professional focus.

This conversation will be eye opening for you if you never heard about pelvic floor physical therapy and if you have been dealing with genitourinary issues and pelvic pain.

Ronit has a private practice in Westchester, NY. You can connect with her at Foundations Physical Therapy and also on social media via Instagram @foundationsnypt

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**Disclaimer: the information shared in this podcast is not meant to diagnose or treat medical conditions. This podcast is meant to shed light onto women's experiences, offer new insights, question some assumptions and encourage you to take charge of your health and your soul journey. If you need medical care please see a licensed medical professional **

Deanna has always been the trusted friend everyone came to tell their sorrows.

When she was a child, her sensitivity was seen as weakness. After her painful journey of transformation she turned that sensitivity and compassion into her superpower to support others.

Today, Deanna is a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, Usui Holy Fire Reiki Master, Intuitive Coach and Public Speaker. She was born in New York, has lived oversees and now makes the South her home. She's a proud single mom of 3 teenage boys and loves being in nature and at the beach to ground herself.

She has overcome heavy trauma and deep grief and her personal challenges have inspired her to support people on their own life's journey. With her work she creates a safe and trusting place where people can feel seen and find healing, love, balance and health.

Deanna offers in person sessions in Charlotte, NC and she also offers virtual support. Connect with her at HealingHandsbyDeanna, Deannadecamillo, Blue Root Health, and for narcissistic support groups at Meet up

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Nicola Stephenson, a mother of 2 young children moved to the US with her husband James. It was supposed to be an exciting new journey. But life threw her a curve ball.

She was diagnosed with cancer. Her husband became her caretaker and he needed some help handling the stress of parenting, taking care of his wife and juggling life.

He discovered CBD, and it became the plant of rescue and the inspiration for OHHO.

The good news is - Nicola made it! She is healthy now.

OHHO is a cannabis wellness brand and their products are of exquisite quality.

If you ever experienced stress, anxiety, had trouble sleeping - you might want to listen to this conversation with Nicola.

OHHO is headquartered in Bedford, NY and has stores throughout the US and an online shop.

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Perimenopause is such a challenging time for women.

So many things are changing in our bodies. Some changes are more internal, you don't see them but you do feel them! Others are there for everyone to see - like changes to our skin. Dry skin, wrinkles, adult acne, irritations - what's a woman to do when there's no product out there powerful enough to address the issue yet gentle and non irritating to the delicate skin of our face?

Enter Gallop hill. A new indie skin care company located in the Hudson Valley, NY.

I had a conversation with Ann, the founder and owner of Gallop Hill. Ann talks about the challenges she had and the frustration she experienced when she couldn't find relief from already existing products. The creative and entrepreneurial soul she is - she founded a company and created natural, gentle products that are dermatologist tested, non irritant, safe for all skin types and the environment. And they smell amazing!!!

Ann's products are available from her website and she has a special offer for listeners of this podcast: a special 10% discount until November 30th, 2024 and a free gift.

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And here are some sites where you can check ingredients you find in your cleaning and cosmetic products:

EWG

INCI decoder

Skin Safe App

Think Dirty App

Reach out if you have a story to tell or want to connect: [email protected]

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Osteoporosis is a serious risk for women after menopause.

What can we do to prevent it?

Meet Marta Shedletsky from Mushika Wellness Solutions. She is a certified yoga therapist working with midlife women to prevent and reverse osteoporosis .

Marta was trained by Loren Fishman, MD who conducted a study through Columbia University to see the effects of certain yoga postures on osteoporosis prevention and reversal. I don't want to spoil the punch line - but it was successful!

Yoga therapy is an exciting modality that you should really know about and experience. Marta works with clients in person and online - and she has a treat for the listeners of this podcast. So listen till the end!

And don't forget to comment and give us a review!

Connect with Marta on Facebook Mushika Wellness

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Meet Nethia! A renowned educator and comedienne, public speaker and workshop facilitator. A busy woman who has no time for perimenopause - yet nature made her pay attention!

Listen to Nethia talk about the surprises perimenopause had for her. The unexpected, confusing and frightening symptoms she had to deal with. Maybe you can relate to some of it - I know I did.

We talk about the support she had, or rather didn't have, and what she wishes would be available to her and all women as we go through this important transition in our lives.

Connect with Nethia https://privatecomicsent.com

If you have any comments, or if you have a story to tell, please reach out!

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Why do I want to make a podcast about Midlife women?

Well, here is my story. My experience with perimenopause and the support - or lack of support - I received. Maybe you can relate!

Since then I learned a few things, and I have a goal: we need to talk about Menopause!

This transition is a unique experience in every woman's life. I want to explore how women in different cultures life through menopause. What can we do better? What needs to change in our society so women will be appreciated for all the wonderful things they contribute.

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Reach out to : [email protected]

Disclaimer: the information shared in this podcast is not meant to diagnose or treat medical conditions. This podcast is meant to shed light onto women's experiences, offer new insights, question some assumptions and encourage you to take charge of your health and your soul journey. If you need medical care please see a licensed medical professional .