Dr. Vanessa Coppola joins Teresa for a raw, no-filter convo on menopause, perimenopause, and why so many women feel gaslit by the healthcare system. From the lack of provider education to taboo topics like sex drive, hormone therapy, and vaginal health — nothing is off the table. Teresa opens up about her own experience with hormonal shifts, and Dr. Coppola drops major truth bombs about the medical gaps affecting millions of women.
If you’ve ever been told “it’s all in your head,” this episode is your validation.
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00:00 Menopause Isn’t Just Hot Flashes
02:30 Why Women Were Never Properly Educated
05:40 Anxiety, Sleep Issues & Brain Fog Explained
08:10 How Hormones Affect Every System
11:05 When Perimenopause Really Starts
16:53 “It’s Not in Your Head” — Emotional Toll
20:45 Hormones, Beauty & Aging Well
23:33 Aging Well vs Anti-Aging
27:44 Why Women Are So Hard on Themselves
30:15 The Truth About Sex During Menopause
35:00 “You Deserve Your Orgasm”
36:05 How to Advocate With Your Doctor
39:52 A Better, Holistic Model for Women’s Health
42:50 Where to Find Help & Final Takeaways
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