Women Mastering Midlife

What does it really mean to raise daughters—and to be raised by them in return?

In this heartfelt episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria sits down with lawyer, mentor, and author Bernadette Catalana to explore the sacred, messy, and magical journey of motherhood. Drawing from her book Daughter Lessons: Wise and Witty Reflections on Leading, Learning From, and Loving Our Daughters, Bernadette shares the paradox of guiding our children while being humbled and healed by them.

Together, Victoria and Bernadette discuss:

• The unique dynamics of mother-daughter relationships and how they shape us across generations

• Why forgiveness—of ourselves and others—is one of the most powerful lessons we can pass down

• The role of happiness, independence, and dreams in modeling a fulfilling life for our kids

• The beauty of creating a written or spoken legacy for our children to cherish long after we’re gone

• How parenting evolves through the stages—from early motherhood to grandparenting—and the healing it can bring to our own childhood wounds
  

Whether you’re a mother, a daughter, or both, this conversation will leave you reflecting on your own relationships and the legacy of love and wisdom you hope to leave behind.

Key Takeaway: Your happiness is your responsibility—and one of the greatest gifts you can give your children is the permission to pursue their own.

Learn more about Bernadette Catalana and her book Daughter Lessons: Wise and Witty Reflections on Leading, Learning From, and Loving our Daughters

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In this powerful episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria Byrd is joined by health coach and emotional eating expert Terry Tateossian. Terry shares her transformative journey from a burnt-out, overstressed, 80-pounds-overweight businesswoman to a strong, grounded, and thriving coach helping women reclaim their health mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Through raw honesty, humor, and deep wisdom, Terry reveals how her two hospitalizations became the wake-up call that led her to explore macro-based nutrition, emotional eating patterns, and sustainable strength training. She dives into the emotional roots of food addiction, how to differentiate emotional vs. physical hunger, and the tools she now teaches her clients to break the binge-restrict cycle without shame.

What We Cover:

• Terry’s rock-bottom moment that changed everything

• How emotional eating masked deeper unmet emotional needs

• The difference between primary (emotional) and secondary (physical) food

• Recognizing and disrupting the emotional eating loop

• Tools to manage cravings without guilt or restriction

• How macro tracking changed Terry’s mindset around food and freedom

• Substitution strategies like protein ice cream and dark chocolate

• Parenting, pantry challenges, and building sustainable habits with kids

• Why strength training is about honoring your body not punishing it

• The myth of “eating less” and how more food can actually heal

• How to rewire your brain (and taste buds) away from sugar dependency
  

Whether you’ve battled emotional eating, tried every diet under the sun, or simply want to feel strong and aligned in your midlife body, this episode is filled with practical wisdom and deep inspiration.

Connect with Terry Tateossian:

• Instagram: @howgoodcanigitget

• Website: thehouseofbros.com

• Email: [email protected]

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In this special solo episode of *Women Mastering Midlife*, host **Victoria Byrd, RPh**, wraps up the Sexual Wellness Series with a timely and powerful discussion. Recorded on the very day the **FDA removed the black box warning from vaginal estrogen**, Victoria explores what this historic decision means for women in perimenopause and menopause.

From sexual wellness products to the importance of safe intimacy, body awareness, and pleasure as a birthright, Victoria reviews highlights from her conversations with experts throughout the series, including intimacy coach Shana Stewart, nurse practitioner Megan, Rosebud Woman founder Christine, and NP Vanessa Weiland.

She also shares insights from the Menopause Society Conference, discussing:

* Why vaginal estrogen is now recognized as safe and effective

* The difference between vaginal moisturizers and lubricants

* The evolving role of vibrator therapy and sensate touch as medical tools for women’s health

* The cultural stigma and shame still surrounding female pleasure

* How open communication and education can transform sexual wellness at midlife

Victoria closes the episode with practical recommendations on trusted sexual wellness brands, including Intimate Rose, Pelvic People, Rosebud Woman, Bonafide, Uberlube, and Good Clean Love, and reminds listeners that pleasure, comfort, and connection are essential parts of well-being.

Listen to this empowering finale and join the movement to reclaim sexual wellness in midlife.

Resources & Links:

* FDA ruling on vaginal estrogen: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/hhs-advances-womens-health-removes-misleading-fda-warnings-hormone-replacement-therapy

* Intimate Rose

Bonafide Revaree

Pelvic People Ohnut and Kiwi

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In this powerful closing episode of the Women Mastering Midlife sexual wellness series, I sit down with Dr. Sadaf Lodi—board-certified OB-GYN, intimacy coach, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and host of The Muslim Sex Podcast. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Sadaf is on a mission to help women reclaim their sexual agency, navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence, and challenge cultural and societal taboos around intimacy and desire

Together, we explore how shame, silence, and outdated beliefs have shaped women’s sexual experiences—and how midlife offers a chance for liberation, healing, and joy. From understanding how religion and culture influence our sexual narratives, to moving from sex negativity toward sex neutrality and positivity, this conversation offers both practical insights and deep encouragement for women ready to reconnect with themselves and their partners

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why women’s sexual health is often left out of traditional medical training—and how Dr. Sadaf is changing that

• The impact of cultural, religious, and societal messages about sex on women’s beliefs and relationships

• The concept of moving from sex negativity → sex neutrality → sex positivity as part of sexual healing

• The truth about the orgasm gap and why so many women feel “broken” around pleasure

• How media and porn have shaped harmful myths about women’s bodies and sexuality

• The importance of communication, self-discovery, and date nights for a thriving midlife sex life

• Why sex should never be painful—and what to do if it is

Resources & Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Connect with Dr. Sadaf Lodi: The Muslim Sex Podcast | Instagram @drsadaflobgybn

• Menopause Society: https://menopause.org

• ISSWSH – International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health:  https://www.isswsh.org

 If you’ve ever felt shame around intimacy, struggled with desire, or wondered how to rebuild your sexual confidence in midlife, this episode is for you. It’s time to rewrite the narrative, reclaim your pleasure, and embrace sexual wellness as an essential part of whole-body health.

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In this episode of Women Mastering Midlife, I welcome back Nurse Practitioner Vanessa Weiland for a candid and much-needed conversation about vaginal estrogen, genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), and sexual wellness for women in perimenopause and beyond.

Too many midlife women suffer in silence from vaginal dryness, recurrent UTIs, painful sex, and bladder issues—often unaware that safe, effective treatments exist. Vanessa and I unpack the myths, explore the latest research and guidelines, and explain why vaginal estrogen is not only safe but also life-changing for many women.

We also dive into alternatives like vaginal DHEA, the role of pelvic floor therapy, how to advocate for yourself with your provider, and why the FDA’s outdated black box warning continues to create unnecessary fear.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) is and how it affects sexual and urinary health

• Why vaginal estrogen is different from systemic hormone therapy—and why it’s considered safe, even with a history of breast cancer or blood clots

• The pros and cons of creams, tablets, and rings for vaginal estrogen

• How vaginal estrogen can improve blood flow, sensation, lubrication, and overall sexual experience

• The growing evidence for pelvic floor physical therapy, yoga, and lifestyle strategies as part of GSM care

• How to confidently start the conversation with your provider, even if they don’t bring it up

• Myths and misconceptions that prevent women from getting the care they need

Resources & Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Menopause Rating Scale (Self-Assessment Tool)

• ACOG guidelines on vaginal estrogen safety

• GSM Clinical Guidelines (latest recommendations)

• Connect with Nurse Practitioner Vanessa Weiland on Instagram: @phases.clinic
  

 If you’ve been struggling with vaginal dryness, painful sex, or recurrent UTIs, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with knowledge, confidence, and practical steps to reclaim your comfort and sexual wellness in midlife.

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In this deeply insightful episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria Byrd sits down with Christine Marie Mason, founder of Rosebud Woman—a company redefining intimate and sexual wellness through natural, body-honoring products and conscious conversation. Together, they explore the intersection of pleasure, embodiment, spirituality, and healing across every stage of a woman’s life.

Christine shares her journey from creating Rosebud Woman out of personal need to building a global movement that challenges shame and celebrates the feminine. This heartfelt discussion touches on the cultural conditioning around women’s bodies, how pleasure is a birthright—not a luxury, and the importance of daily rituals of self-care that reconnect us with softness, sensuality, and strength.

They also explore Christine’s new book, The Nine Lives of Women: Sensual, Sexual, and Reproductive Stages from Birth to 100, which reframes how we view womanhood beyond reproductive milestones—offering a roadmap for embracing joy, purpose, and liberation at every age.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Christine created Rosebud Woman and how her products promote self-love and empowerment

• The importance of vulvar and vaginal care as part of whole-body wellness

• How to restore blood flow and vitality through simple daily practices

• Why pleasure is not indulgent—it’s an essential pathway to health and joy

• How social and cultural narratives have shaped women’s relationship with their bodies

• What the nine stages of womanhood reveal about growth, wisdom, and freedom after menopause

• The inspiration behind Christine’s Hawaiian retreat space and her evolving podcast and book projects
  

About Christine Marie Mason:

Christine is a visionary entrepreneur, author of The Nine Lives of Women, host of The Rose Woman Podcast, and founder of Rosebud Woman—an award-winning intimate wellness brand centered on body literacy, plant wisdom, and radical self-acceptance. Her work bridges the sensual and the spiritual, inviting women to reclaim their full, embodied selves.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Rosebud Woman Products

• The Nine Lives of Women: Sensual, Sexual, and Reproductive Stages from Birth to 100

• Rosebud Woman’s Arouse Serum and Honor Balm 

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In this powerful episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria sits down with Magen Price, MSN, FNP-BC, NCMP, AASECT Certified Sex Counselor, to unpack one of the most under-discussed aspects of women’s health — sexual wellness in midlife. Together, they explore how hormonal shifts, shame, & lack of education have shaped women’s experiences with sex, pleasure, & pain during perimenopause and menopause—& how we can change the narrative.

Magen shares her journey from primary care to founding Mystic Valley Sexual Wellness, a concierge clinic specializing in sexual dysfunction, menopause care, & couples intimacy counseling. She introduces listeners to two evidence-based approaches—Sensate Focus Therapy & Vibrator Therapy—that help women reconnect with pleasure, reduce pain during sex, & rediscover confidence in their bodies.

From the anatomy of arousal to why “self-touch is physical therapy for your vulva,” this conversation is both clinical & compassionate, blending practical tools with stigma-free empowerment.

What We Discuss:

• Why sexual wellness deserves a seat at the table in menopause care

• The difference between physical & psychological causes of painful sex (dyspareunia)

• How vaginal dryness, hormone changes, & pelvic floor tension contribute to discomfort

• What Sensate Focus Therapy is and how it helps retrain your brain & body for pleasure

• The science behind vibrator therapy and how it improves blood flow, lubrication, & arousal

• Breaking generational shame around female pleasure & self-touch

Resources Mentioned:

• Mystic Valley Sexual Wellness

• OMGYes – A resource for women’s pleasure education

• Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy (find a specialist near you via the APTA directory)

• FREE Sexual Wellness in Midlife Guide

About Magen Price:

Magen Price is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, certified menopause practitioner, & AASECT-certified sex counselor. She has over a decade of experience in community health & sexual medicine, blending primary care expertise with evidence-based sexual wellness practices. In 2025, she opened Mystic Valley Sexual Wellness in Melrose, MA, where she helps women & couples reclaim pleasure, heal from pain, & thrive in midlife and beyond.

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In this episode of Women Mastering Midlife, host Victoria Byrd welcomes back certified sexuality educator and intimacy coach Shauna Stewart for a powerful conversation about redefining sex, pleasure, and intimacy in midlife.

Together, they explore why “vanilla” intimacy doesn’t have to mean boring, how novelty and intentionality fuel desire, and why safety and communication are the foundation of great sex. Shauna also shares how women can shift from repression to full self-expression, the role of responsive desire, and why slowing down and savoring life is essential for both pleasure and wellness.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• Why women’s desire often shifts after the first year in a relationship—and how to reignite it

• How consent conversations create deeper safety, connection, and freedom in the bedroom

• The truth about “vanilla sex” and how to bring curiosity and play back into intimacy

• Understanding spontaneous vs. responsive desire—and how to work with both

• Why rest and pleasure outside the bedroom are the foundation for sexual satisfaction

• Stories from Shauna’s transformational retreat in Tuscany and how learning to receive changes everything
  

Whether you’re feeling stuck in routine, navigating midlife changes, or simply wanting to deepen intimacy, this episode will leave you inspired to explore pleasure as your birthright.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Connect with Shauna Stewart: https://lingerboutique.com/pages/sexuality-education-intimacy-coaching 

  https://www.instagram.com/linger.u

  Shauna’s podcast: Life Turned On

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What happens when menopause comes suddenly instead of gradually? For women facing a hysterectomy or ovary removal, surgical menopause can feel like being hit by a truck—bringing abrupt hormone loss, severe symptoms, and long-term health risks.

In this episode of Women Mastering Midlife, I sit down with Julie Parana, occupational therapist and founder of The Menopause OT. Julie shares her personal story of entering menopause at 42 after a hysterectomy and how it led her to dedicate her practice to supporting women through this life stage. Together, we explore:

• The difference between natural menopause and surgical menopause

• Why symptoms are often more intense after surgery

• The critical role of estrogen in protecting brain, bone, heart, and metabolic health

• Hormone therapy options (and why more women should wake up from surgery with an estrogen patch)

• Mental health implications of early menopause—and why antidepressants aren’t always the answer

• Lifestyle strategies that help women thrive, from strength training to nutrition to sleep hygiene

• How to advocate for yourself and work with the right providers
  

If you’re considering surgery, already in surgical menopause, or supporting someone who is, this conversation will give you the knowledge and tools to ask the right questions, make informed decisions, and find relief.

Resources & Links:

• Connect with Julie at themenopauseot.com

• Follow Julie on TikTok & YouTube: @themenopauseot

• Instagram: @themenoot
  

Listen now to learn how to take control of your health during surgical menopause and beyond.

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In this episode of Women Mastering Midlife, Victoria sits down with Jennifer Han, PharmD, BCACP, clinical pharmacist turned entrepreneur and co-founder of SEEN Nutrition, to talk about bone health, calcium supplementation, and why women deserve better options.

After experiencing a rare case of pregnancy-lactation osteoporosis, Jennifer discovered firsthand the gaps in women’s health when it comes to bone support. Frustrated with outdated calcium supplements full of fillers, dyes, and corn syrup, she partnered with co-founder Adrienne Bittar to create the first patented calcium chew made entirely from real food ingredients.

Together, Victoria and Jennifer dive into:

• Jennifer’s personal health journey that led to launching SEEN Nutrition

• Why bone health matters at every stage of a woman’s life—from postpartum through menopause and beyond

• The shortcomings of most over-the-counter calcium supplements and what to look for on a label

• How bioavailability from food sources like milk minerals and vitamin D mushrooms outperforms synthetic options

• The importance of prevention, lifestyle choices, and nutrition in reducing osteoporosis risk

• Why SEEN Nutrition intentionally uses Nutrition Facts (not Supplement Facts) labeling for transparency and trust

• Practical ways women can support their bones daily—without horse-sized pills or added sugars
  

This conversation is both scientifically grounded and deeply personal, highlighting the intersection of pharmacy, functional medicine, and women’s lived experiences. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, postpartum recovery, or simply want to protect your long-term bone health, this episode offers practical insights and encouragement for mastering midlife on your terms.

Learn more about SEEN Nutrition and their food-first calcium chews at www.seennutrition.com. Use VICTORIABYRD10 for 10% off your first order!

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