The Contagious Joy Podcast

The Overachiever's Guide to Menopause


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Show Summary

In this episode, the hosts celebrate a major milestone—surpassing 700 downloads—before diving into deeply personal updates. Kim shares the surprising results of her recent blood work, revealing she has moved into the post-menopausal stage of life at age 52. This sparks a broad, heartfelt discussion on the "Remarkable" nature of the female body, ranging from the struggles of infertility and miscarriages to the complexities of Mother’s Day and the "Cruel" judgments women sometimes face from one another. The episode also touches on the humor of midlife crises—including a sudden interest in colorful underwear—and the importance of knowing when to "Think it" rather than "Say it".

Show Notes
  • Celebrating Success: A big thank you to the listeners for reaching 700 downloads.
  • Cook’s Country Connection: Recapping the joy of last week’s guest, Lois Pajari, and her 11-year-old petting farm in Cook, Minnesota.
  • The Post-Menopause Surprise: Kim discusses her high FSH levels and low estrogen, and how she seemingly skipped perimenopause to become a "Menopause overachiever".
  • The "Say It vs. Think It" Filter: A lesson from Kim’s days as a school counselor on how to avoid being a "Woman's worst enemy" by filtering judgmental thoughts.
  • Fertility Journeys: Personal reflections on difficult pregnancies, HSG procedures, and the emotional toll of miscarriages.
  • Male Cycles and Midlife Crises: A lighthearted look at how men experience their own "Cycles," featuring a story about a husband’s sudden switch from plain white to bright, stripy underwear.
  • Mother’s Day Reflections: Acknowledging that Mother’s Day can be difficult for many, including those who struggle to conceive or those who have complicated relationships with their own mothers.
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The Contagious Joy PodcastBy Kim Anderson & Jenny Chate