What does it really mean to live inside a woman’s body, from your first period to post-menopause? And what happens when we stop treating these milestones like isolated events and start honoring them as part of one powerful, continuous journey?

In this deeply insightful episode, Dr. Payal Beri sits down with renowned OB/GYN and bestselling author Dr. Suzanne Gilberg to explore the full spectrum of womanhood — from menstruation to menopause and everything in between.

With over 26 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gilberg shares why it is time to shift the way we view women’s health. This isn’t just a medical conversation. It is a cultural one. Together, they unpack the layers of silence, shame, and systemic bias that have shaped how women experience their bodies.

You will hear the stories behind the research, the lived experiences behind the stats, and the call to action for a more connected and informed approach to our hormonal health.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

• Why women’s health should be seen as a continuous journey, not separate milestones
• How shame around periods, sex, and menopause starts early — and why it sticks
• What most doctors miss about women’s hormones and why the research gap is still so wide
• How pelvic floor trauma often begins with cultural messaging
• What every woman should know in her 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond
• Why menopause is not the end but the beginning of your “second spring”
• How men can play an active and supportive role through every phase

Whether you are just starting your period, thinking about fertility, navigating perimenopause, or reflecting on your mother’s journey, this episode will leave you feeling more connected, informed, and empowered.

Dr. Suzanne Gilberg

Website: www.drsuzanne.com

Book: Menopause Bootcamp

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Facilitator Certification Program: www.drsuzanne.com

Connect with Dr. Payal Beri:

Website: www.payalberi.com

Instagram: @dr.payalberi

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Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Conversation 

02:18 Dr. Suzanne's Motivation and Experience 

04:25 Cultural Norms and Medical Education Gaps 

04:49 Challenges in Medical Research and Education 

06:50 The Broken Healthcare System 

10:25 Women's Health as a Lifelong Journey 

14:12 Advice for Young Girls and Women 

15:37 The Impact of Fear and Cultural Norms on Women's Health 

21:44 Celebrating the Female Journey 

26:12 Understanding Biological Timelines and Personal Choices 

27:05 Societal Expectations vs. Personal Desires 

30:45 Men's Role in Women's Health Conversations 

35:14 Intergenerational Learning and Health Awareness 4

0:20 Empowerment Through Self-Acceptance and Community 

45:54 Final Thoughts and Resources

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