The Menopause Midwife

Join me as I sit down with certified menstrual cycle coach Jaden Sparrow for an empowering deep dive into menstrual cycle tracking and how women can finally make peace with their monthly rhythms.

From my own personal journey, to supporting my daughter through painful periods, to finding relief on the other side of menstruation, this conversation gets real about the hidden wisdom inside our bodies.

We break down the four key menstrual cycle phases and share practical tips on cycle syncing your movement, nutrition, and stress management.

If you have ever thought about ditching the guesswork and tuning into your natural rhythm, or you're navigating that season where you need to guide a loved one through her own transition, this episode is for you!

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/find.your.flow_
• Website: https://www.findyourflow.space/

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Rethinking How We View Periods

05:27 What is a Menstrual Cycle Coach?

06:46 What Does a Menstrual Cycle Coach Actually Do?

11:28 Jaden’s Story: Losing Her Period for 6 Years

15:32 Reclaiming Your Intuition & Body Autonomy

18:02 Understanding Cycle Lengths

20:20 Menstrual Phase

25:04 Follicular Phase

28:49 Ovulation Phase

35:46 Luteal Phase

40:47 The Power of Cycle Tracking

46:48 Redesigning Menstrual Education for the Next Generation

51:56 Final Questions

Join me as I sit down with certified nutritionist & personal trainer, Terry Tateossian to throw out the overhyped wellness dictionary and give you the real scoop on midlife fitness and nutrition.

We are clearing out the noise so you can simplify your routine! Terry and I get real about why so many trending habits fall short, and how fueling your body properly can completely transform how you feel inside and outside the gym.

We dive deep into why macro tracking is a total game-changer for hitting your goals without strict deprivation, and why shifting your mindset toward progressive strength training is key to building lasting muscle, mobility, and confidence.

If you have ever thought about ditching expensive wellness trends and simplifying your approach to health, now is the time!

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Social Media Info

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/how.good.can.it.get/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@midlife.bestie
• Website: https://www.thehouseofrose.com/terry-tateossian/

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

01:32 Terry's Take on Protein

04:13 Creatine for Midlife Women

10:48 Intermittent Fasting For Women In Midlife

14:25 Macro Tracking Explained

23:16 Fasted vs. Fueled Workouts

30:48 Seed Oils: Should We Panic About It?

34:00 Are Artificial Sweeteners a Tool?

39:06 The Nutrition Facts of Alcohol

44:54 Terry's Take on Movement & Lifting

56:10 Sleep Trackers & Mouth Taping

59:20 Rapid Fire Supplements

01:01:43 Where to Spend (and Save) $100 on Your Health

01:04:21 Final Questions

Have you ever wondered why standard PCOS advice feels like being told to just walk on a broken leg?

Join me as I sit down with certified health coach, dental hygienist, and founder of Fusion Health Coaching, Christine Horton, to uncover why we are officially ditching outdated labels for PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome)

For decades, the medical system treated this strictly as a period or fertility problem—completely missing the fact that it is a systemic metabolic condition affecting our entire body for life.

Together, we'll discuss why understanding this name change is a game-changer for getting the real answers and targeted care you actually deserve.

We'll also connect the dots between oral health and hormones, diving into the mouth-body connection and the link between oral systemic health, inflammation, and insulin resistance.

Christine will give us insider tips for spotting your criteria, tackling PCOS symptoms, and uncovering sneaky PCOS root causes starting right inside your mouth.

If you have ever thought about ditching the guesswork and taking charge of your metabolism, now is the time!

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Social Media Info

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.co/pmos.pcosglowhygienist
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@pmos.pcosglowhygienist
• Website: https://fusionhealthcoach.com/

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Introducing Christine Horton

02:52 From Dental Hygienist to Metabolic Health Advocate

06:57 Ditching PCOS for PMOS

14:18 Navigating Perimenopause with PMOS

17:49 Spotting the PMOS Diagnostic Criteria

27:43 The PMOS-Mouth-Metabolism Connection

45:50 Does PMOS Have a Genetic Cause?

50:02 How Are Hormones Affecting PMOS?

54:15 Where to Start Getting Help for PMOS

Join me this week, as I sit down with Nadine Artemis, founder of Living Libations, to explore the power of botanical skincare and oil cleansing for true skin microbiome health.

I share my own personal crisis finding a clean natural deodorant that actually works, which opened the door to a deeper conversation on skin ecology, plant alchemy, and switching to non-toxic beauty.

We break down why harsh detergents strip your natural barrier and how high-quality botanical oils act as a magnet to lift impurities, clear acne, and restore your biological glow without chemical residues.

We also demystify skincare trends like slugging and seven-skin layering, while shifting the conversation around safe sun exposure and red light.

If you have ever thought about ditching the harsh chemicals and transitioning your skincare routine to a more natural, botanical source, this one's for you!

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Social Media Info

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinglibationsofficial/
• Nadine’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadineartemisofficial/
• Nadine’s Substack: https://substack.com/@nadineartemis

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

04:49 Recreating Perfumes & Early Experiments

13:57 What is Slugging & the 7 Skins Method?

18:44 Oil Cleansing 101

32:16 Sun Wisdom & Non-Chemical Sun Protection

45:15 Practical Reset to Start Your Natural Skincare Routine

48:39 Final Questions

Are you actually hydrated, or are you just drinking expensive salty water? This week we welcome back Caroline Alan, o-founder of BEAM Minerals, to dismantle the biggest misconceptions around electrolytes, salty water supplements, and proper hydration.

They break down the essential role of macro and micro minerals, explain why mineral ratios matter more than taking high doses in isolation, and introduce how humic and fulvic complexes support true cellular hydration without overloading your system.

You will also learn how to recognize the hidden signs of mineral deficiency, and why everyday filtered or reverse osmosis water needs remineralization. Plus, discover how fulvic minerals can benefit pet health!

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Social Media Info

• Website: https://www.beamminerals.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@beammineralsofficial
• Caroline's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

01:56 What Are Electrolytes?

03:10 Electrolytes & Mineral Balance

09:37 Hydrating vs. Irrigating Yourself

13:34 Symptoms of Mineral Deficiency

16:42 How Minerals Drive Energy Production

20:13 Why Try BEAM Minerals

23:31 Eye Twitch & Magnesium Deficiency

26:17 Plastic Bottles & Nanoplastics

31:06 Glass & Stainless Steel Water Bottles

32:00 Is Reverse Osmosis Water Depleting Your Minerals?

33:58 Should You Give Minerals to Your Pets?

39:24 BEAM Mineral Sprays

Have you ever looked at your partner and thought, I love you, but an organized kitchen and eight hours of sleep sound way sexier than sex right now? You are not broken, and your sex drive hasn't vanished.

In this episode, we are diving into the connection between mental clutter, burnout, and your libido with the incredible Dr. Julie Merriman—a PhD counselor and author of Are We Gonna Have Sex or What?. She breaks down the science of our nervous system like a friend, explaining how decades of chronic stress take pleasure offline.

We talk about the "Good Girl Detox" that naturally begins in midlife, giving us the perfect opportunity to stop over-functioning and put ourselves first. Dr. Julie shares simple, practical somatic tools to help you get re-embodied, clear out the mental chaos, and reclaim your vital drive for life

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Social Media Info

• Website: https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Julie-Merriman-Wellness-LLC/61564870628821/#
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.juliemerriman/

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Julie Merriman Bio

Julie Merriman, Ph.D., LPC-S, CSC is a nationally recognized professor, clinician, author, and speaker with more than 25 years of experience helping women reclaim energy, intimacy, and aliveness after decades of caregiving, achievement, and emotional labor.

She is the author of In Pursuit of Soul Joy: A 12-Week Guide for Overcoming Burnout and Compassion Fatigue, a science-grounded roadmap for helpers and high-achieving women who are exhausted from living in survival mode. She is also the author of Are We Gonna Have Sex or What?, a bold, compassionate guide for women over 50 ready to feel sexy in their skin again and reconnect with desire from the nervous system up.

Julie is the host of the podcasts Compassion Fatigue Cure and Sexy After 50, where she dismantles myths about burnout, aging, hormones, and libido and teaches trauma-informed, nervous-system-based pathways back to vitality, pleasure, confidence, and authentic connection.

She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Certified Sex Counselor, Certified Compassion Fatigue Therapist, Registered Trauma Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. Julie currently serves as Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and Associate Professor in graduate counseling education and has held senior leadership roles including Associate Dean, Department Head, and Clinical Director across universities, treatment centers, and community mental health systems.

Her work integrates neuroscience, trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and embodied healing (Somatic and Chakra Psychology). Julie has trained thousands of clinicians, educators, healthcare professionals, and first responders nationwide on burnout, compassion fatigue, nervous system regulation, and relational resilience. Her research and clinical expertise span compassion fatigue prevention, counselor supervision, trauma recovery, and midlife identity transitions.

Julie is also the founder of Dr. Julie Merriman Wellness, LLC and the creator of the Soul Joy™ body of work, which supports women in moving from depletion to radiance—emotionally, relationally, and physically. Known for her direct, compassionate voice and no-nonsense clinical clarity, she brings both academic rigor and lived wisdom to conversations most people avoid.

She has been featured on national television, radio, podcasts, and in print media and is a sought-after speaker for organizations and conferences ready to have honest conversations about burnout, desire, intimacy, and midlife reinvention.

Julie lives on her ranch in Texas and believes midlife is not a slow fade—it’s a powerful return.

Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Introducing Dr. Julie Merriman

02:14 Why an Organized Home Feels Sexier than Sex

03:19 The Clutter - Libido Relationship

07:46 How to Get Back to Your Libido

14:12 Unpacking the Polyvagal Theory

16:45 What is Allostatic Load?

19:32 Chakra Psychology & Somatic Psychology

22:55 When Your Body Is Not Ready for Pleasure

25:44 Hormonal Desire vs. Capacity for Desire

27:07 Practical Tools to Reconnect with Your Body

36:21 The "Good Girl Detox"

40:37 How to Ask for What You Need Without Guilt

46:49 Why Some Women Feel Sexier at 55 than 35

54:00 Rapid-Fire Questions

56:38 Guided Somatic Practice

59:37 Final Questions

Are you struggling with menopause, weight gain, and tired of toxic diet culture? Can you reject traditional weight loss obsession and still want to lift heavy, build muscle, and optimize your midlife wellness?

In this episode, body image expert and Intuitive Eating Counselor Anne Poirier drops by to unpack how the wellness space got polarized. Somewhere along the way, body acceptance started getting interpreted as "you shouldn't care about your health," while wanting to feel strong, vibrant, and confident in your own skin got labeled as vanity or diet culture. Anne and Missy dive deep into the nuance of this conversation, showing why these two ideas don't have to be opposites—you can love your body exactly as it is while still prioritizing muscle mass, optimized lab results, and proper hormone health.

Anne shares powerful insights on overcoming decades of body shame through body neutrality, while Missy breaks down the vital science behind estradiol drops and how Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) supports your changing biology. Plus, they explore the messy middle ground of GLP-1 peptides, discussing how microdosing can safely quiet "food noise" to act as a supportive metabolic tool rather than a tool for self-punishment.

If you're ready to stop the constant self-criticism, bridge the gap between empowerment and health, and find a sustainable middle ground that gives your body permission to feel strong and capable, this one is for you!

Grab a copy of Anne’s Body Neutrality Playbook here: https://amzn.to/4esAVdy

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Social Media Info

• Website: https://shapingperspectives.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anne.poirier.author
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annepoirier11author/

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

04:01 Introducing Anne Poirier

04:53 Anne’s Personal Journey with Body Image

08:48 What is Intuitive Eating?

13:09 Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality

16:01 Navigating Appearance-Based Compliments

20:40 Why Body Neutrality Could Be your Next Step

22:32 Practical Tools from Anne’s Books

24:48 How to Manage Your Body During Menopause

26:46 HRT & Weight Gain

32:15 Fitness Tracking: Friend or Foe?

35:13 The Nuance of GLP-1 Peptides

42:16 Supporting vs. Punishing Your Body

46:58 Rapid-Fire Questions

Staring at your bathroom counter, wondering if your favorite everyday products are actually sabotaging your wellness goals from the inside out?

In this episode, Green Goo founder Jodi Scott drops by to expose the toxic chemicals hiding in conventional beauty routines and share how switching to truly clean skincare can radically transform your overall health.

We talk about how your skin acts as a literal first responder to your nervous and endocrine systems, and why synthetic ingredients trap your body in a state of fight-or-flight that spikes cortisol and disrupts your hormones.

Jodie shares her ultimate playbook for reading labels to avoid greenwashing, alongside her simple SHAMAN framework to reduce your daily toxic load. Plus, we dive into intimate wellness, explaining why clean botanical care is vital for cellular hydration, pH balance, and protecting your body through perimenopause and menopause.

If you're ready to stop guessing, eliminate the friction, and start supporting your hormone health naturally, this one is for you!

Ready to switch to clean skincare? Head to https://www.greengoo.com/THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE and use code THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE at checkout for 10% OFF your order.

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Social Media Info

• Website: https://www.greengoo.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greengoohelps/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenGooHelps

Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Introducing Jennifer Gularson

02:53 What IV Therapy Actually Is

05:23 How Often Should You Actually Do IV Therapy?

07:04 NAD+ and Its Possible Adverse Effects

09:08 Do IV Drips Actually Help with Hormone Detox?

11:25 Rethinking Restrictive Detoxes

15:05 Drip Bar Red Flags

16:54 How to Support Your Liver’s First-Pass Metabolism

20:52 Jennifer’s Non-Negotiables for Gut Health

24:18 Supporting the Kidneys During the Detox Pathway

26:34 What to Do If Your HRT Isn’t Working

28:35 Navigating Peptides: From Injections to Liposomal

34:25 Jennifer's Favorite Peptide

36:30 The Best Practice for Peptide Cycling

37:28 Wrap-Up Questions

Staring at a trendy wellness menu, wondering if those buzzy infusions are legitimate medicine or just a total waste of cash?

In this episode, functional medicine expert Jennifer Gularson drops by to cut through the hype and share what your body actually needs to jumpstart your energy and balance your chemistry.

We talk about how a leaky gut secretly blocks your vitamins, and why a clinical drip can be a total lifesaver while you're repairing your digestive system. Jennifer also demystifies what "hormone detox" really means—spoiler alert: it’s not about doing a miserable, restrictive cleanse, but rather helping your body naturally clear out estrogen through daily habits like pooping, sweating, and good sleep. Plus, she shares the ultimate safety playbook on how to take advantage of peptides and why she loves magnesium to shut down inflammation for good.

If you're ready to stop guessing and start biohacking safely, this one is for you!

Social Media Info

• Website: https://www.yourbestlifewithjennifer.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifergularson
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifergularson

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Introducing Jennifer Gularson

02:53 What IV Therapy Actually Is

05:23 How Often Should You Actually Do IV Therapy?

07:04 NAD+ and Its Possible Adverse Effects

09:08 Do IV Drips Actually Help with Hormone Detox?

11:25 Rethinking Restrictive Detoxes

15:05 Drip Bar Red Flags

16:54 How to Support Your Liver’s First-Pass Metabolism

20:52 Jennifer’s Non-Negotiables for Gut Health

24:18 Supporting the Kidneys During the Detox Pathway

26:34 What to Do If Your HRT Isn’t Working

28:35 Navigating Peptides: From Injections to Liposomal

34:25 Jennifer's Favorite Peptide

36:30 The Best Practice for Peptide Cycling

37:28 Wrap-Up Questions

Doing everything right but still feeling exhausted, anxious, and wired? In this episode, Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, drops by to reveal why your hormones can’t do their job if your body’s "soil" is completely depleted.

We dive into how cell-level mineral deficiencies trigger that brutal 3 PM afternoon crash, wreck your sleep, and cause non-stop nervous system drama. Plus, Caroline breaks down the effortless way to flush out heavy metals, fix your gut, and finally lift your energy levels back up. If you're ready to make your supplements and hormones actually work, it's time for a cellular reset!

Want to try BEAM Minerals for yourself? You can grab them here and use code THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE for 20% OFF: https://www.bkd42s7gh.com/TheMenopauseMidwife/

And if you want to dive deeper into the science, go grab Caroline's book: https://amzn.to/49kwgHM

Social Media Info

• Website: https://www.beamminerals.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@beammineralsofficial
• Caroline's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:58 Caroline's Health Journey

08:30 Minerals & How They Work in the Body

16:49 Why Mineral Balance is so Important

19:42 Supporting your Body Detoxification Pathways

22:03 Meet Humic: "Mother Nature’s Janitor"

24:01 Meet Fulvic: The Ultimate Cellular Shuttle

28:13 Where to Store Your Minerals

31:02 BooBoo-Lytes for Pain Relief

32:29 Insta-Lytes for Muscle & Cramp Relief

33:13 Happy-Lytes for Panic & Anxiety

34:24 Missy's Favorite: Pet Minerals

35:59 Rapid-fire Questions

40:08 Caroline's Book: The Mineral Reset