THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife

If you’ve been waking up at 3 a.m. wide-eyed, restless, and wondering what happened to your once-amazing sleep — this episode is for you. In today’s continuation of our Peptides Mini-Series , I’m pulling back the curtain on the 3 peptides that completely transformed my sleep in perimenopause — not by knocking me out, but by helping my body finally feel calm, restored, and balanced again. You’ll le...

Perimenopause doesn’t have to be a battle. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I sit down with Kirsten Karchmer , health tech pioneer, women’s health expert, and founder of Conceivable Technologies, to explore small, simple changes you can make today to help your hormones feel more balanced—without expensive testing or complicated protocols. We dive into the cultural stigma surroundi...

Are you doing all the right things — eating well, balancing your hormones, supporting your gut, getting your steps in — but the scale still isn’t budging? You’re not crazy. You’re not lazy. And you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I’m diving into one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — tools in midlife health: peptide therapy . Specifically, we’...

Did you know that the majority of divorces requested by women happen during the perimenopause years ? On this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I sit down with Alyx Coble-Frakes , CEO and founder of The Agenda, to uncover the truth behind “menodivorce” and the powerful connection between hormones and relationship dynamics. Alyx brings a mix of science, strategy, and soul to help women unde...

Are you doing all the right things — eating well, balancing your hormones, healing your gut, supporting your minerals — and yet still feeling… not great? You’re not alone. That’s exactly where I found myself — and where many of my clients were, too. That’s what led me to explore something I had only heard whispers about: peptide therapy . In this first episode of my Peptide Therapy Mini-Series , I...

Pee leaks, painful sex, and back or hip pain in perimenopause are far more common than women realize , but that doesn’t mean you have to just live with them. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I’m talking with Jenn Lormand , Exercise Physiologist, Stage 2 prolapse survivor, and co-creator of Tighten Your Tinkler , about what’s normal, what’s not, and why women are often misdiagnosed...

You’re in perimenopause, and suddenly your body is sending you all kinds of signals—fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, stubborn weight gain—and you immediately blame it on your hormones. But what if some of these signs are actually telling you something else ? In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I break down 5 signs your body is giving you that aren’t just perimenopause , why igno...

Did you know your money stress could be secretly sabotaging your hormones, sleep, and energy in perimenopause? In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I chat with Jennifer Butcher, top-producing mortgage advisor and host of She Talks Money , about how to take control of your finances—and how doing so can transform your health and life. Jennifer and I dive into the myths that keep women s...

Ever feel like nobody really gets what it’s like to navigate perimenopause? In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I get completely raw and share some of the hardest moments in my own journey through perimenopause, health challenges, and hormone optimization. I talk about what almost broke me, the pivotal turning points that changed everything, and the lessons I learned along the way th...

Feeling like your emotions are running the show in perimenopause? Constantly stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body? In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I sit down with Carly Catherine, EFT practitioner, life coach, and nervous system expert, to uncover how Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) can help women in perimenopause stop spiraling, reconnect with their bodies, a...

Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a full-on life transition that can leave your energy, sleep, and weight feeling out of control. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I break down the REAL difference between health debt and peak performance , why most women stay stuck in the chaos, and the exact strategy you need to reclaim your energy, hormones, and vita...

Feeling stuck, burned out, or like life has lost a little sparkle in midlife? On this week’s episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m talking with Wendy Valentine, host of the #1 midlife podcast The Midlife Makeover Show and author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play . Wendy is a master at helping women in perimenopause and beyond kick fear to the curb, reclaim th...

Ever wonder why the strategies that worked in your 30’s stop working in your 40’s? In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I share the 13 things I do differently for my body now that I’m in my 40’s —and how these shifts have allowed me to feel stronger, more energized, and more balanced than ever before. Perimenopause doesn’t have to mean struggle. When you understand the changes happeni...

Are you exhausted, overwhelmed, and still feel like you’re not doing enough —even though you’re giving it your all? This week on The Period Whisperer , I’m chatting with psychotherapist and author Israa Nasir about toxic productivity and how it’s secretly sabotaging your health, hormones, and happiness in perimenopause. Israa breaks down why midlife women are especially vulnerable, how to recogniz...

If you’re between 35–55 and struggling with weight gain, low energy, sleep issues, anxiety, mood swings, or low libido—you’re not alone. And if you’ve already tried workouts, diets, labs with your doctor, or even hormone replacement therapy but nothing seems to stick , there’s a reason for that. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , Bria shares the 3 pillars every woman in perimenopaus...

Feeling off in perimenopause isn’t just about hormones—it’s about your mindset, your connection to your body, and how you show up for yourself every day . In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m talking with Lauren Fields, founder of Fieldswell, TEDx speaker, and mindset expert, about redefining what it means to truly feel well in midlife . Lauren shares her practical strategies for tuning i...

Are your stubborn weight gain, bloating, low energy, or poor sleep “just part of perimenopause”? Not always. Hidden gut infections like H. pylori and parasites can silently sabotage your hormones, metabolism, and overall wellbeing—especially during perimenopause. In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , we dive into: How H. pylori and gut parasites impact digestion, nutrient absorption, a...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Dr. Eric Osansky , a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and certified functional medicine practitioner who has been specializing in thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions since 2009. Dr. Osansky, the author of several books on thyroid health, including Hashimoto's Triggers and Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' D...

Finding the right workout routine in perimenopause can feel impossible—what used to work suddenly leaves you exhausted, stuck, or even gaining weight. In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m sharing my personal fitness routine in perimenopause, the key shifts I’ve made to work with my hormones, and how you can adapt your workouts for better energy, strength, and results at any age. Whether y...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Justin Hai , co-founder of multiple award-winning wellness companies and expert on cortisol and hormonal balance. Justin shares his unique insights on the “master hormone” cortisol, a key player in perimenopause symptoms that often goes overlooked in mainstream health conversations. Through his work with the upcoming Amazon...

Feeling stuck in your body despite eating clean and trying all the things in perimenopause? You're not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Bria shares the exact steps one client took to finally lose weight in perimenopause after months of frustration and no answers from her doctor. Inside, you’ll learn: Why 25% of women need more than 3 months to see fat loss results (and why that’s OK)...

In this eye-opening episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Jennifer Woodward , MS, FDN-P, a hormone-savvy functional nutritionist and the author of Easy Perimenopause , to discuss one of the most innovative approaches to weight loss in perimenopause—micro-dosing GLP-1 peptides. Jennifer has coached over 1,200 women through the challenges of hormonal imbalances, burnout, bloating, and stub...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer , Bria Gadd uncovers the 4 hidden blocks that may be keeping you stuck during perimenopause. While we often focus on what we eat or how we workout, the real challenge lies in mindset and habits that prevent us from executing our health plans. From productivity addiction and FOMO to impatience with results and lack of progress tracking, Bria walks you through...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Lesley Logan , a National Certified Pilates Teacher, Habits, Mindset, and Breath work coach, and co-founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com. Lesley’s mission is to help women prioritize their health and well-being, and today we’re diving into how Pilates can be a game-changer for women in perimenopause. Pilates is more than just a fitness routine...

Are you tired of tossing and turning at night — or relying on melatonin to get some rest? In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I break down the 5 most popular sleep supplements women are using — Magnesium, GABA, Valerian Root, Melatonin, and Passion Flower — and reveal the surprising truth behind when they help… and when they actually backfire. If you're navigating perimenopause, hormonal shi...