Progesterone often gets less attention than estrogen, but it plays a powerful role in women’s health — especially during menopause.

When we talk about progestogens, that includes both natural progesterone and synthetic forms called progestins. Their main job is to protect the uterine lining when estrogen is used, but progesterone offers additional benefits worth knowing.

In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers breaks down:

Why progesterone is essential for women with a uterus on estrogen therapy

The difference between natural progesterone and progestins

How progesterone can support sleep, mood, heart, and bone health

Why the type and route of hormone therapy matter

Get the facts on what progesterone is really good for — and how it fits into a modern, personalized approach to menopause care.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers

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🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

Mentioned in this episode:

Menopause Journal, October 2025, Liu JH. “Role of progestogens in hormone therapy"

In today’s episode, we’re sharing a special conversation from This Won’t Be Done by 5 — Season 3, Episode 2 — where I joined Beth Lewis and Heather Chandler from Vervewell Counseling to talk about the biopsychosocial aspects of sexual health.

We explore how hormonal, psychological, and relational factors intertwine in women’s sexual health — and how mental health providers can better support women through the menopause transition. It’s real, educational, and a whole lot of fun.

🎧 Tune in now for insights, laughter, and tools to help you thrive through midlife and menopause.

📺 Watch This Won’t Be Done by 5, Season 3 Episode 2 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EZvrAnY2Q0I?si=04a9KJJ4cjm-t1SL

Mood changes during the menopause transition aren’t “all in your head.” They’re the result of a powerful mix of biology, life stress, and shifting identity. In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers sits down with the therapists at Verve Well Counseling to unpack how hormonal fluctuations, sleep disruption, and the psychological weight of midlife all intersect — and how to find balance again.

Together, they explore what the data says about depression in the menopause transition, why women are particularly vulnerable during this time, and how therapy and medical care can work hand in hand for better outcomes.

🧠 What We Cover

How hormone fluctuations during the menopause transition affect the brain and mood

The role of sleep, vasomotor symptoms, and neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA

Common life stressors of midlife: aging parents, relationship changes, caregiving, and career pressures

What the research tells us about depression risk in perimenopause and menopause

Practical, evidence-based tools for managing mood changes — from CBT and mindfulness to hormone therapy and lifestyle shifts

How therapy and gynecology can partner to support whole-woman care

🔬 Key Takeaways

The menopause transition increases the risk of depression by about 40% compared with premenopausal years.

Hormonal fluctuations — not simply “low estrogen” — can affect serotonin, GABA, and circadian rhythms, influencing mood and sleep.

Vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats) and poor sleep are strongly associated with worsening mood — treating these can improve overall well-being.

Life-stage stressors — caregiving, relationship shifts, and identity changes — add layers of emotional load that deserve validation and support.

Combining therapy, medical care, and lifestyle interventions yields the best outcomes. You don’t have to “tough it out.”

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https://www.youtube.com/@VervewellCounselingPodcast

🔗 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers, @skywomenshealth

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers joins Andy from TIMM Medical to talk about the real-life challenges women face with sexual desire and intimacy during perimenopause and menopause—and how partners can be supportive through it all. At TIMM Medical, they support and empower men with effective, non-surgical solutions designed to aid sexual performance—because they believe in helping couples put the spark back in their sex life.

We cover:

How hormonal, physical, and emotional changes affect desire

Why intimacy isn’t just about sex—and how partners can show love in everyday ways

How to approach intimacy changes as a team instead of a “her” problem

What role a partner can play in medical care or therapy

Practical, pressure-free ways to stay connected

If you’ve ever wondered how to help your partner understand what you’re going through—or you’re a man who wants to show up better for the woman you love—this is a must-listen.

🌐 Learn more about TIMM Medical: https://www.timmmedical.com

In this episode of the Sky Women’s Health Podcast, Dr. Carolyn Moyers is joined by Dr. Stephanie Knuppenburg, a family medicine physician, founder of Eden by WHOLEBODY MD, to break down the myths and realities of perimenopause.

👉 Why so many women are misdiagnosed (and told they’re “too young”)

👉 The surprising symptoms no one talks about—like frozen shoulder, tinnitus, and new allergies

👉 How hormone shifts in midlife affect your heart, bones, and metabolism

👉 The role of hormone therapy, strength training, and lifestyle in managing symptoms

👉 Why women need to advocate for themselves and push for earlier screening like bone density scans

Perimenopause can last up to a decade, but it doesn’t have to derail your life. Tune in to learn how to recognize the signs, explore treatment options, and thrive through this transition.

Connect with Dr. Stephanie Knuppenburg:

📸 Instagram: @wholebodymd

🌐 Website: https://www.wholebody-md.com

Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers:

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

Sleep is one of the first things to shift in midlife—and it’s often overlooked in women’s health. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maria Paula Guzman, a triple board-certified physician in Sleep Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Internal Medicine, and founder of DreamLife Medicine & Wellness, to explore how perimenopause impacts women’s sleep and overall health.

Dr. Guzman shares her expertise on the mind-body connection, why hormonal changes in midlife disrupt sleep, and what women can do to reclaim restorative rest. Together, we dive into the links between sleep, weight, and long-term health, and highlight the importance of compassionate, whole-person care.

We discuss:

Why women’s sleep health is uniquely impacted during perimenopause and menopause

The physiology of sleep disruption and hormonal changes in midlife

Insomnia prevalence and why CBT-I (cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia) is preferred over medications

The underdiagnosis of sleep apnea in women—and why it matters

Advances in sleep testing, including more accessible at-home options

New treatments on the horizon, including Zepbound and an oral medication by Apnimed (pending FDA approval)

The powerful connection between sleep and weight health

✨ If you’ve been struggling with sleep during perimenopause—or wondering how better rest could transform your health—this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Maria Paula Guzman

🌐 Website: dreamlifemedical.com

📸 Instagram: @dreamlifemedical

🔗 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD) is a rare and often misunderstood condition that involves unwanted, persistent genital sensations that don’t resolve with one or more orgasms. Left untreated, PGAD can deeply affect mental health, body wellness, and quality of life.

On this episode of Sky Women’s Health Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Sameena Rahman, founder of the GYN and Sexual Medicine Collective and host of Gyno Girl Presents: SEX, DRUGS & HORMONES, to explore:

How PGAD is defined and diagnosed

The workup for underlying causes

Multidisciplinary treatment options

How sexual wellness, hormones, and mental health intersect

Dr. Sameena Rahman:

📸 Instagram: @GYNOGIRL

🎥 YouTube GYNOGIRL

🌐 Website: https://www.thegsmcollective.com

Podcast: Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones

Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers:

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

Feeling like you're doing it all—succeeding, caring, achieving—but inside you're exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering, “is this all there is?”

In this episode, Dr. Rashmi Schramm—Integrative Physician, Certified Coach, and Meditation Teacher—shares how somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and meditation can help you call your energy back and step into your full power.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Somatic healing—why our bodies hold the key to deep transformation

• Nervous system regulation—critical during midlife transitions

• Making meditation & mindfulness practical, evidence-based tools

• Calling your energy back to show up with clarity, focus, and presence

If it feels like you've lost yourself in the busyness of life, this is your invitation back to balance.

Connect with Dr. Rashmi Schramm:

📸 Instagram: @rashmischrammmd

🎥 YouTube: Dr. Rashmi Schramm’s Optimal Wellness

🌐 Website: rashmischramm.com

Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers:

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

How well do you really know your vulva?

This week, I’m joined by Dr. Ashley Fuller and Dr. Meredith McClure, sexual medicine gynecologists, vulvar specialists, and co-hosts of Labia Logic, for a candid and educational walk-through of the vulvar exam.

We’re talking about the anatomy you didn’t learn in health class, plus:

🔎 What a proper vulvar exam looks like (and why it matters)

⚡ Clitoral adhesions — what they are, why they happen, and how they affect sexual health

🩺 Skin disorders of the vulva — from lichen sclerosus to dermatologic changes with hormones

💬 Why words matter when talking about our bodies

🌸 The importance of normalizing self-exam and celebrating body literacy

Expect humor, real talk, and practical pearls you can take straight to your mirror moment.

Because knowledge is power — and empowered vulvas are happy vulvas.

Connect with Dr. Ashley Fuller:

Website: ashleyfullermd.com

Instagram: @ashleyfuller_md

Connect with Dr. Meredith McClure:

Website: meredithmccluremd.com

Instagram: @drmeredithmcclure

Follow the Labia Logic Podcast:

Instagram: @labia_logic

Listen on Apple Podcasts: Labia Logic

Listen on Spotify: Labia Logic

🔗 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers

📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

From catching babies to furnishing homes, Terri Crawford Brown has spent her life showing up for people in their most vulnerable moments.

In this heartwarming and deeply human episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers sits down with labor and delivery nurse, storyteller, and founder of Blackberry Winter, Terri Crawford Brown—known on TikTok as @scholarfromtheholler.

With her signature Southern wit and soulful presence, Terri shares how decades of caring for birthing people inspired her to launch Blackberry Winter, a nonprofit that provides furnishings to individuals and families in need—especially ensuring that no child sleeps on the floor.

🔍 In this episode, we explore:

Terri’s path from labor & delivery nurse to nonprofit founder

The story and mission behind Blackberry Winter

How trauma-informed care extends far beyond hospitals

Perimenopause, caregiving, and showing up with compassion

Humor, healing, and the power of storytelling

What it means to serve with presence—not martyrdom

The ripple effect of supporting the most vulnerable in our communities

🔗 Connect with Terri Crawford Brown & Blackberry Winter:

Support the mission: https://www.blackberrywinter.org

Follow Terri on TikTok: @scholarfromtheholler

📲 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers & Sky Women’s Health

Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers

YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers

Website: www.skywomenshealth.com

Book an appointment: @skywomenshealth

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