After five transformative years, Dr. Lisa shares personal reflections, celebrates community wins, and offers empowering advice for every mama navigating change.
Celebrating the Journey: How The Perimenopausal Mamas Podcast Came to Be
There’s a unique power in pressing pause to reflect on the roads we’ve traveled, especially for busy, ever-adapting mamas. As Dr. Lisa says in this heartfelt solo episode, “We don’t take that time. We’re just putting one foot in front of the other.” The Perimenopausal Mamas Podcast, now pausing after an incredible five-year run, stands as a testament to what happens when women carve out space to share, to educate, and to authentically connect.
The podcast’s seed was planted in 2018. At the time, Dr. Lisa found herself deep in the challenges of new motherhood—amidst sleepless nights and “never-ending feeding cycles.” While searching for solace during 3am feeds, she discovered the world of mom-created podcasts: honest, raw, and inspiring. This sparked her own mission—to create a resource for women, especially those navigating the unpredictable path of perimenopause.
With Dr. Toni as her steadfast co-host, the duo embarked on the ambitious (and, at times, intimidating!) project of launching a podcast. Weekly meetings, endless to-do lists, and unwavering accountability built a platform for authentic, real-world stories. Together, they offered a lifeline to their growing community, sharing laughs, learning curves, expert interviews, and often the “good, bad, and ugly” of motherhood and changing hormones.
The Power of Honest Conversation: Normalizing Perimenopause and Beyond
One of the greatest impacts of the Perimenopausal Mamas Podcast has been normalizing conversations around perimenopause—a life stage long underrepresented in healthcare and media. For too many, the confusing symptoms and emotional rollercoaster of hormone changes arrive with more questions than answers.
Dr. Lisa reflects that many medical fields, training historically focused on fertility or menopause, skipping the gray area in between. Through candid dialogue and expert interviews, the podcast filled a crucial gap, educating listeners on everything from hormone health to mood changes and sleep issues. As medical understanding evolved—including the safety and nuance of hormone therapy—so did the show’s commitment to empowering women to advocate for themselves and their bodies.
The result? A vibrant, loyal audience spanning 123 countries and nearly 160,000 listens, with 90% listening to each episode almost all the way through. The global response and heartfelt reviews underscore the podcast’s mission: to educate, empower, and celebrate women at every stage.
Embracing Reflection: Honoring Our Wins, Even as We Say Goodbye
As the show comes to a pause, Dr. Lisa’s message is clear: take time to honor how far you’ve come. She reminds us all of the value in celebration—of creating “TA-DA lists” at the end of each day, writing down wins, both big and small, to balance the never-ending to-do lists.
In her own farewell, Dr. Lisa reads glowing listener reviews, shares global reach statistics, and marvels at the diverse experts and communities the podcast brought together. She likens the show to a child growing into adulthood—one that’s ready for new adventures, as are its creators.
Grieving what’s ending is natural, but so is the excitement of reinvention. Dr. Lisa encourages every mama to reflect on where they find “flow” or joy, and where they might want to share their own voice next.
Rituals for Release: Giving Space to Emotions and Self-Care
Change, even positive change, can tug at the deepest emotions. Dr. Lisa lovingly shares personal stories of learning to honor hard feelings—using music, community, and supportive spaces (like the Unbounded Group’s cold plunges) as vehicles for emotional release.
She encourages listeners to ask themselves: What parts of myself am I neglecting or pushing down? How can I reach out for support, and create healthy, healing rituals for release? Whether it’s crying to a favorite song or joining a nurturing community, these are the practices that foster resilience and growth.
Lasting Must-Haves: Resources to Energize and Empower
As a bonus, Dr. Lisa recommends two “mama must-haves” for ongoing well-being: her signature ginger tea mocktail (a refreshing, alcohol-free patio favorite), and the Ferly app—a powerful tool for reconnecting with your desires and enhancing intimacy.
Her parting advice? Carve out space for self-celebration, healing, and joy. And don’t hesitate to revisit the show’s evergreen library of 271 episodes, to be hosted on YouTube under Dr. Lisa Weeks’ channel, for continued support and inspiration.
Until We Meet Again: Community, Legacy, and Hope
As The Perimenopausal Mamas Podcast enters its pause, its legacy endures—in every listener, every lesson, and every honest conversation. Stay connected through the Facebook and Instagram communities, share your feedback, and “ta-da” list wins. Who knows? As Dr. Lisa hints, there may yet be a “reincarnated” podcast to come.
Above all, may you carry the courage to reflect, release, and reimagine your own journey—knowing you’re never alone.
Check out the Perimenopausal Mamas Podcast playlist in Dr. Lisa Weeks, Naturopathic Doctor’s Youtube channel to listen to previously-released episodes.
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