Allie Theiss, MSc CSC ABS IFS

MenoSpark Podcast

Health EN ↓ 71 episodes

Welcome to MenoSpark—the podcast for Gen X women who are done putting up with the confusion, silence, and BS around menopause. If you’re somewhere between “what is happening to my body?” and “why am I suddenly crying over insurance commercials?”—you’re in the right place. MenoSpark is your weekly dose of real talk, holistic health support, and empowering insights to help you thrive through perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. With expert guidance from yours truly (a board-certified sexologist and menopause care provider), plus candid stories, practical tips, and occasional guests, we’l...

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Allie Theiss, MSc CSC ABS IFS

Episodes

Episode 21: Decreased Libido - Rekindling Desire 09.06.2025 15:00

June 9, 2025 MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond  SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 21 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Decreased Libido: Rekindling Desire Story Time w/ Allie Desire Has Layers—Let’s Unpack Them (The SHE-BE-ME™ Lens) The Desire Blueprint ™ —What Turns You...

Episode 20: Vaginal Dryness: Solutions for Comfort 02.06.2025 7:23

June 2, 2025 MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond  SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 20 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Vaginal Dryness: Solutions for Comfort Story Time w/ Allie Why is there vaginal dryness?  Remedies & Relief Options What Not to Do * Closing Th...

Episode 19: Fracture Risk: Prevention and Care 26.05.2025 9:21

May 26, 2025 MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond  SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 19 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Fracture Risk: Prevention and Care Story Time w/ Allie Why Fracture Risk Skyrockets in Menopause Strengthen from the Inside Out – Nutritional Support fo...

Episode 18: Decreased Bone Density: Building Stronger Bones 19.05.2025 15:35

May 19, 2025 MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond  SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 18 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Decreased Bone Density: Building Stronger Bones Story Time w/ Allie The Silent Shift – What’s Happening to Your Bones?  Food First – Feeding Your F...

Episode 17: Back Pain: Strengthening and Supportive Measures 12.05.2025 9:27

May 12, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 17 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Back Pain: Strengthening and Supportive Measures Story Time w/ Allie Why Back Pain Shows Up More During Menopause Str...

Episode 16: Joint Pain: Relief and Prevention Strategies 05.05.2025 13:22

May 5, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 16 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Joint Pain: Relief and Prevention Strategies Story Time w/ Allie Why Joint Pain Happens in Menopause Lifestyle Relief...

Episode 15: How to Talk to Your Partner About Menopause (When They Just Don’t Get It) 28.04.2025 14:08

April 28, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 15 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: How to Talk to Your Partner About Menopause (When They Just Don’t Get It) Story Time w/ Allie Why It’s So Hard for...

Episode 14: Memory Lapses: Enhancing Cognitive Function 21.04.2025 10:54

April 21, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 14 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holist...

Episode 13: Irritability: Maintaining Harmony in Relationships 14.04.2025 9:52

April 14, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 13 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holist...

Episode 12: Depression: Seeking Help and Finding Hope 07.04.2025 10:24

April 7, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 12 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holisti...

Episode 11: Anxiety During Menopause: Coping Mechanisms 31.03.2025 11:18

March 31, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 11 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holist...

Episode 10: Fatigue and Menopause: Why You’re Always Tired (And How to Fix It) 24.03.2025 14:24

March 24, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 10 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holist...

Episode 9 - Sleep Apnea & Menopause: More Than Just Snoring 17.03.2025 10:58

March 17, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 9 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holisti...

Episode 8: Restless Legs Syndrome 10.03.2025 6:30

March 10, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 8 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holisti...

Episode 7: Insomnia & Menopause: Why Can’t I Sleep? 03.03.2025 9:28

March 3, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 7 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holistic...

Menospark: Addressing Weight Gain: Healthy Approaches 24.02.2025 11:01

February 24, 2025 MenoSpark with Menopause Integrative Wellness Coach  Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 6 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. DIY HELP w/ GUIDANCE Perimenopause Health & Nutrition Mini-Coaching Guide - https://menopausewellness.co/product/perimenopause-health-nutrition/ Holi...

Menospark: Cholesterol Changes – What You Need to Know 17.02.2025 8:10

February 17, 2025 MenoSpark: Because Menopause Deserves More Spark and Less Bullsh*t. Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 5 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Cholesterol Changes – What You Need to Know Story Time Why Cholesterol Matters More Than Ever in Menopa...

MenoSpark: Managing High Blood Pressure in Peri-Menopause 10.02.2025 9:56

February 10, 2025 MenoSpark: Because Menopause Deserves More Spark and Less Bullsh*t. Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 4 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Managing High Blood Pressure in Peri-Menopause Story Time Why Does Menopause Mess with Blood Pressure?...

MenoSpark: Heart Palpitations: When to Be Concerned 03.02.2025 12:31

February 3, 2025 MenoSpark: Because Menopause Deserves More Spark and Less Bullsh*t. Perimenopause - Menopause - Postmenopause SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 3 This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. * Introduction * Announcements * Topic: Heart Palpitations: When to Be Concerned Story Time Understanding Heart Palpitations The Menopause Conne...

MenoSpark: Mood Swings - Emotional Well-being in Menopause 27.01.2025 19:04

January 27, 2025 MenoSpark: Because Menopause Deserves More Spark and Less Bullsh*t. SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 2 * Introduction * Updates * Topic: Mood Swings: Emotional Well-being in Menopause Story Time What Causes Mood Swings During Menopause? Signs of Mood Swings Techniques to Maintain Emotional Balance Real Talk: Coping Strategies Closing Thoughts * Closing Thoughts * Next time on MenoS...

Introduction to MenoSpark! 22.10.2024 1:38

Welcome to MenoSpark , a podcast designed to reignite the spark in Gen X women navigating the menopausal journey! In this introductory episode, I, Allie Theiss, share a bit about myself and what you can expect from the show. While I've learned a lot about menopause through personal experience and professional expertise, I'm bringing in experts to cover every angle—because let's face it, no one kno...