The Menopause Midwife

This week's episode features an important conversation with Dr. Emily Limas, a licensed psychologist who specializes in perinatal mental health.  Dr. Limas provides valuable insights into postpartum anxiety and offers practical strategies for loved ones to provide meaningful support. We discuss the challenges of decision fatigue and emphasize the importance of creating a supportive environment tha...

Are you exhausted, foggy-brained, and just not yourself after having a baby? You might be experiencing more than just the "baby blues." This week on the Menopause Midwife podcast, we're diving into a rarely discussed reality: the intersection of postpartum and perimenopause. Many women are silently struggling with both phases simultaneously, often misdiagnosed or dismissed.  We'll explore the over...

Join me as I sit down with Dr. Cat, Medical Director of Winona Hormone Health. We’ll explore the complexities of hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, and their impact on women’s health. We’ll also discuss the challenges and misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Cat will shed light on the transformative power of telehealth and how it's revolutionizing hormone care fo...

In this enlightening episode, Missy Miculka, the menopause midwife, delves into the world of gut health with Christina O'Connor from Pendulum Therapeutics. Together, they unravel the mystery of Akkermansia, a keystone strain probiotic vital for optimal gut function. Learn how menopause and dietary choices impact your microbiome, and discover how polyphenols can foster Akkermansia growth. Whether y...

In this episode, Missy Miculka, the menopause midwife, uncovers why many women feel misunderstood and dismissed regarding hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Through Mary's story, a busy 43-year-old woman facing various menopausal symptoms, Missy highlights the systemic barriers women encounter in getting appropriate HRT. She emphasizes the need for better education and trust in women managing thei...

In this episode, Missy Miculka, the menopause midwife, interviews Bianca Klein, an environmental protection specialist and Ayurvedic wellness counselor, about her journey with Ayurveda. Bianca shares how this ancient practice helped her manage symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and navigate perimenopause. Listeners will learn about the importance of identifying their dosha or constitution, using...

A candid discussion about vaginal itching and some great ideas about how to resolve it! Links: www.ohm406.com (https://www.ohm406.com/booking-calendar/hormone-and-or-wellness-consultation?referral=service_list_widget) Just Thrive probiotic : https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/just-thrive-probiotic Pendulum's Akkermansia : https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/pendulum-akkermansia Nutridyn's Ultra B...

In this episode of the Menopause Midwife podcast, Missy Miculka interviews Debbi Barber, co-founder of Vitali Skincare. Debbi shares her journey from retiring after 37 years in direct marketing to becoming an expert in peptides and skincare. They discuss the effects of menopause on skin, particularly issues like crepey skin, and how Vitali Skincare's copper peptide-based products offer solutions....

Explore how tracking your hormones is a valuable way to choose how to treat yourself during your peri and post menopausal years.

Today's chat with Brady and Kristin from Quicksilver Scientific just gets us started with hormone delivery systems...a lot more to come on this subject! There are a lot of rabbit holes to explore while demystifying hormones, so I hope you stick around.

This is a prep i sode to episode 3 which is an interview with Quicksilver Scientific pros Brady Rude and Kristin Klaus.

In this episode, I share part 2 of my midwife manifesto...I promise we will get into the meat of BHRT in the next episode. It is hugely important to impart the wisdom of our bodies and minds and to remember to trust ourselves as our own best health advocates.

The role of a menopause midwife in women's health is brought to light in this podcast episode. Exploring the complexities of menopause and hormone therapy, the Menopause Midwife, Missy Miculka, draws on her extensive experience as a midwife and massage therapist to empower women during this transition. Through compassionate care and a focus on autonomy, the Menopause Midwife aims to break the barr...