The Perimeno Podcast is where science meets real life.
Hosted by Savannah Rahman, Hormone & Metabolic Coach, and Christa Shepherd, Functional Medicine Clinician, this podcast helps women finally understand what their bodies have been trying to say.
Each week, we break down the science behind perimenopause, hormones, metabolism, stress, gut health, and nervous system regulation through honest conversations, real client stories, and evidence-based education you can actually apply.
No fear. No fads. No overwhelming medical jargon.
Just practical conversations that help you learn the language of your body so you can stop guessing and start healing.
Science • Stories • Solutions

This episode explores the complex physiological and emotional changes women experience during perimenopause, emphasizing the importance of understanding body signals, lab work, and personalized health strategies to navigate this transition effectively. Registered Clinician Christa Shepherd sits down with Savannah and reminds us that we are not crazy, our bodies are just trying to tell us something and we need to learn how to listen.

Savannah shares her raw and honest journey through perimenopause, revealing how it affected her body, mind, and thoughts about life itself. She discusses the physical, emotional, and mental challenges she faced, the impact on her relationships and business, and her path to healing and understanding.

Keywords

perimenopause, mental health, body image, emotional health, women's health, self-care, burnout, mental health awareness, personal growth, health journey

If you’re relying on GLP-1s or peptides to lose weight but still feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck… this is why.
In this episode, I break down what these tools actually do, and more importantly, what they don’t fix. Because if your hormones, metabolism, and gut are still dysregulated, you’re not solving the problem… you’re just making it more expensive.
I also share my personal experience using a GLP-1, the hidden consequences no one talks about, and why so many high-performing women stay stuck despite doing “everything right.”
If you want real, sustainable results, you need to understand what’s actually going on inside your body first.
DM me “DIAGNOSTIC” on Instagram (@Sav_tastic) to figure out what’s actually going on with your body.

Keywords

GLP-1 weight loss
peptides for fat loss
hormone imbalance weight gain
perimenopause weight loss
insulin resistance women
why GLP-1 doesn’t work long term
hormone health for women 40+
cortisol weight gain
gut health and hormones
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In this conversation, Savannah and Tieara discuss the complexities of anger, particularly in relation to women's hormonal changes. Tieara shares insights from her book on reframing anger, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, mindfulness, and understanding childhood triggers. They explore practical tools for managing anger, the difference between suppressing and regulating emotions, and the impact of hormones on emotional responses. The discussion highlights the significance of acknowledging feelings and the necessity of meeting basic needs to maintain emotional balance.

Tieara LeeAnnAmazon.com: Understanding Anger : A simple guide that defines anger, identify triggers, and gives techniques on how to change your perception in order to gain control of your emotions . eBook : LeeAnn, Tieara: Kindle Store

Keywords

anger management, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, self-awareness, childhood trauma, hormonal imbalances, communication skills, personal growth, mental health, emotional regulation

In this episode, Savannah candidly discusses her struggles with decision-making, particularly in the context of perimenopause. She reflects on how her once-decisive nature has shifted, leading to feelings of frustration and time loss when faced with even simple choices like what to eat for dinner. Savannah connects these challenges to hormonal changes, specifically the drop in estrogen during perimenopause, which affects dopamine production and receptor sensitivity, crucial for motivation and clarity in decision-making. She emphasizes that understanding these changes is vital for high-functioning women, especially entrepreneurs, who need to make timely decisions in their personal and professional lives.Savannah also shares her personal journey with hormonal imbalances, including the emotional toll it has taken on her relationships. She highlights the importance of recognizing that these struggles are not just emotional but neurological, and that solutions like hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may not address the underlying issues. Instead, she advocates for a holistic approach to restoring hormonal and nervous system balance, which can help improve decisiveness and overall well-being. The episode serves as a reminder for listeners to be gentle with themselves during this transitional phase and to communicate openly with their partners about their experiences.Key Takeaways"I have the hardest time answering this question.""Making decisions is important.""Procrastination is not the vehicle to growth.""You need to be gentle with yourself.""Start the business.""Dopamine is crucial for motivation and clarity.""This isn't just hormonal; it's an identity shift.""Your brain avoids decisions as a protective mechanism.""We want to make sure that we're not wasting time.""If you can't be decisive, you're losing time."

In this episode, Savannah shares her personal journey with weight management and the challenges she faced as she entered perimenopause. After years of successfully maintaining her physique through calculated macros, cardio, and strength training, Savannah experienced an unexpected weight gain of nearly 30 pounds despite adhering to her usual regimen. This led her to explore the underlying hormonal changes associated with perimenopause, which she describes as a confusing and frustrating phase. Savannah emphasizes the importance of recognizing these hormonal shifts and adjusting fitness and nutrition strategies accordingly, rather than resorting to extreme measures that may exacerbate the issue.

Savannah discusses the signs of perimenopause, including weight gain in the abdomen, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. She highlights the need for a strategic approach to nutrition and exercise during this time, advocating for a focus on reconditioning the metabolism rather than simply cutting calories or increasing cardio. By understanding the hormonal changes and their effects on the body, Savannah was able to tailor her approach, leading to a more effective and sustainable weight management strategy. She encourages listeners to take a hormone quiz to better understand their own hormonal health and to seek professional guidance for personalized support.Takeaways"I was gaining weight, doing everything that usually works to help me lose weight.""If what used to work for you doesn't work anymore, it doesn't mean that you're broken.""We need to address the root cause, which is your hormones.""You don't just eat more all willy-nilly; you still need to track your macros.""If you're already lifting five days a week, doing an hour of cardio, and you're still not losing weight, don't increase the cardio."

In this episode, Savannah shares her personal experiences with stress and hormonal changes, particularly during perimenopause. She recounts a series of frustrating events that led to a significant emotional breakdown, highlighting how biological factors can influence stress tolerance. Savannah emphasizes that what may seem like overreacting is often a result of biological sensitivity rather than emotional instability. She discusses the importance of understanding one's hormonal health and how it can affect stress responses, particularly for women in perimenopause.

Savannah also reflects on a team-building retreat where her stress levels impacted her ability to function effectively. She explains how her hormonal dysregulation led to a heightened stress response, making it difficult to cope with everyday inconveniences. The episode serves as a reminder for listeners to advocate for their health, particularly when it comes to understanding cortisol levels and the effects of hormonal changes on emotional regulation. Savannah encourages women to seek proper lab work and not rush into hormone replacement therapy without understanding their unique health needs.

Takeaways

• Stress responses can be biological, not just emotional.
• Understanding cortisol levels is crucial for managing stress.
• Proper lab work is essential before considering hormone therapy.
• Diet, sleep, and hydration are vital during high stress.
• You're not broken; hormonal balance can be rebuilt.

Keywordsstress tolerance, perimenopause, hormonal health, emotional regulation, cortisol levels, women's health, biological sensitivity, stress management, lab work, hormone replacement therapy

In this conversation, Jaime and Savannah discuss the results of Jaime's Dutch test, exploring the implications of hormonal imbalances, lifestyle factors, and the importance of sleep hygiene. They delve into the significance of cortisol levels, dopamine, and the adjustments Jaime has made to improve overall health and wellness. The discussion emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to health, considering both physical and mental well-being.

This is not the episode I thought I’d ever record, but here we are. Perimenopause is wild!

In this re-introduction episode of The Perimeno-Podcast, I’m sharing what the last few months of my life have really looked like: moving to Mexico, hormone chaos, UTIs, migraines, exhaustion… and the unexpected moment that made me realize my libido wasn’t gone forever.

We talk about how perimenopause sneaks up on you, why libido loss is often ignored or normalized, and how hormonal shifts don’t just affect your body—they affect your marriage, your mood, and your ability to feel pleasure and joy.

This podcast is evolving into something more casual, more honest, and way more real.
No medical lectures. No pretending. Just real conversations about hormones, identity, and figuring out who the hell you are in this phase of life.

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t feel like myself anymore,” this episode is for you.