Hey girl hey…

Welcome to the very first episode of MenoTheSis™.

In this powerful introduction episode, Dr. LaShonda Bailey and co-host Veronica McDowell share the heart behind the movement, the lived experiences that inspired it, and the real conversations that led to the creation of this platform.

Dr. Bailey opens up about her personal menopause journey, her doctoral dissertation — Exploring the Emotional Perceptions of Weight Gain in Menopausal Women Post-Bariatric Surgery — and how her own experiences navigating hormonal changes, emotional shifts, body image, and midlife transition became the foundation for advocacy, education, and purpose.

This episode is honest, humorous, emotional, and empowering — reminding women that they are not alone in this journey.

Because this isn’t just about menopause…

It’s about becoming.

Topics Discussed:

• Menopause & hormonal changes
• Emotional wellness
• Weight gain & body image
• Post-bariatric surgery experiences
• Midlife transition
• Women’s health advocacy
• The story behind MenoTheSis™

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