Sophie is a physician assistant with over two decades of experience in women’s health, guiding countless patients through the often-misunderstood transition of perimenopause. Drawing from both clinical expertise and personal perspective, she sheds light on the subtle yet disruptive shifts that can begin as early as 35 — from mood changes and insomnia to migraines and hormonal fluctuations. Sophie unpacks the stigma and silence surrounding perimenopause, offering clarity on hormone therapy, the nuances of bioidentical versus non-bioidentical options, and the importance of self-advocacy in medical spaces. This conversation reframes perimenopause not as decline, but as a profound invitation into power, wisdom, and renewal — a chapter where women can reclaim agency over their health and step more fully into themselves.

⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause
00:34 Meet Sophie Hunt: Women's Health Clinician
01:23 Understanding Perimenopause Symptoms
02:30 The Impact of Hormone Therapy
03:43 Challenges in Women's Health Research
04:09 Navigating Perimenopause: Personal Experiences
05:14 Common Symptoms and Misconceptions
07:18 Biological Changes During Perimenopause
09:27 Emotional and Mental Health During Perimenopause
10:34 The Importance of Self-Advocacy
13:16 Supporting Women Through Perimenopause
15:35 Empowerment After Menopause
26:40 The Role of Partners in Perimenopause
27:56 The Journey to Self-Acceptance
30:58 Understanding Perimenopause and Birth Control Options
32:54 Hormone Therapy in Perimenopause
35:58 Supporting Mental and Emotional Health
38:16 Nutrition and Gut Health
39:49 Menopause and Long-Term Health Risks
42:06 Bioidentical vs. Non-Bioidentical Hormones
43:50 Testosterone and Women's Health
45:39 The Benefits of Menopausal Hormone Therapy
51:17 The Positive Side of Menopause
56:49 Resources and Final Thoughts

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Website: https://sophiehuntpa.com/

📚 Episode References:
The New Menopause by Dr. Haver: https://amzn.to/3W3gAS3
Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris: https://amzn.to/3L8bTnF

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