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Today’s episode is titled “The Perimenopause Wake-Up Call: How to Rise, Roar, and Rewrite Midlife”. Authors Shannon Watts & Jen Hatmaker sit down for a deeply personal and revealing conversation as they open up about their individual experiences navigating perimenopause. They candidly discuss the confusing symptoms, the challenge of self-discovery, and the treatments and lifestyle changes that ultimately brought them clarity and relief. 

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Meet Today’s Experts

Jen Hatmaker is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and beloved podcast host known for her honest, relatable voice on faith, identity, and personal growth. In her newest book, Awake, she explores what it means to rediscover yourself in midlife — a season of reckoning, renewal, and deep transformation. Through her bestselling books and her award-winning podcast For the Love, Jen Hatmaker creates space for candid conversations about change, womanhood, and even the unspoken realities of menopause — all with her signature humor and heart.

Shannon Watts is an author, advocate, and the founder of Moms Demand Action, one of the largest grassroots movements for gun safety in the United States. After launching the organization from her kitchen table, Shannon became a leading voice for civic engagement and women’s leadership. She is the author of Fight Like a Mother, a powerful call to action about courage, activism, and reclaiming your voice — especially in midlife, when women often step into their fullest power. Her latest book Fired Up helps women to shatter self imposed limitations and unleash their potential. 

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Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice.