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

You say you want to feel better. You say you want more energy, fewer cravings, weight to finally move, and sleep that actually restores you…  But when it comes time to change? You freeze. You scroll. You snack. You sip the wine.  Sound familiar? In this firestarter of an episode, Bria Gadd — Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and host of The Period Whisperer — breaks down why s...

In this inspiring episode of The Period Whisperer , I chat with Allison Larsen, a self-taught artist, creative entrepreneur, and visual facilitator, about the life-changing power of creativity in midlife. From corporate America to the world of watercolor, Allison shares how rediscovering her creative spark helped her reconnect with her true self and boost her health, energy, and confidence. What y...

If you’re doing all the “right things” but still feel exhausted, flatlined, and like your body just isn’t bouncing back the way it used to , it might be time to talk about the hormone no one is talking about— DHEA . In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about this powerful adrenal hormone that becomes critical in perimenopause. You’ll learn: ✨ What DHEA actually is and why it matters more...

If you're waking up exhausted, dragging through your day, and wondering why nothing seems to help your hormone symptoms, low cortisol could be at the root. In this week’s episode, I’m diving into everything you need to know about low cortisol in perimenopause —and why it's just as important to address as high cortisol when it comes to healing your hormones. We’ll cover: What low cortisol looks and...

If you’re tired, wired, gaining weight, or struggling with sleep in perimenopause, high cortisol could be the missing piece. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what every woman needs to know about elevated cortisol in perimenopause —and why this powerful stress hormone plays a huge role in your hormone symptoms. You’ll learn: What high cortisol actually looks like in your body (and how it...

If you're constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling off in perimenopause, it’s not just hormones—it’s stress. In this powerful milestone episode, I sit down with Kavita Sahai , founder of Vibes Tribe, to uncover why stress is the real root cause behind so many midlife hormone symptoms —and how to finally start feeling better. We dive into: Why stress is silently sabotaging your hormones, energ...

Perimenopause doesn’t have to feel like a mystery or a mess—yet so many women unknowingly make the same mistakes that leave them exhausted, frustrated, and out of sync with their bodies. In this episode, I’m calling out the 3 most common mistakes women make in perimenopause —and exactly what to do instead to support your hormones, energy, and long-term health. Whether you’re just starting to feel...

Emotional eating can feel like an unstoppable force — especially in perimenopause when hormones are all over the place. But what if you could finally break free from the cycle without guilt or restriction?   This week, I’m joined by Certified Holistic Health Coach Holly Bertone 💛, who knows exactly what it takes to ditch the food noise and reclaim your power.   We cover: 🍽 Why emotional...

Navigating perimenopause can feel overwhelming, especially when your body seems to be changing overnight. But what if you had a clear roadmap to reclaim your energy, balance your hormones, and feel stronger than ever?   In this episode, I’m breaking down the 4 essential steps to achieving peak performance in perimenopause . You’ll learn how to support your body through each phase of this tran...

Perimenopause is wild enough without the extra sneezing, itching, migraines, or bloating — but did you know estrogen and histamine might be teaming up against you? 😵‍💫   In this episode, I’m breaking down: 🌿 Why migraines, allergies, and food sensitivities can ramp up in perimenopause 🧬 The estrogen-histamine connection and how it impacts your body 💡 Simple steps to get to the root cause...

Perimenopause can hit hard, and those hormonal shifts? They’re no joke. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a sudden wave of darkness or wondered why your mood can plummet out of nowhere, this episode is for you. Join me as I break down: Why we get dark — Understanding the hormonal rollercoaster of perimenopause. What you can do about it — Practical steps to prevent those lows and pull yourself out...

Did you know that mineral imbalances could be the hidden culprit behind your perimenopause symptoms? 🤯 In this powerhouse episode of The Period Whisperer, I sit down with Functional Nutritional Therapist Meg Langston to unpack the crucial role minerals play in hormone balance, energy, and overall health.   💡 We dive into: ✅ Why minerals are non-negotiable for feeling your best ✅ How defic...

If you’re navigating perimenopause, your gut health needs to be at the top of your priority list! In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m breaking down exactly why your gut is the key to balanced hormones, better moods, and more energy.   Tune in to learn:   ✔️ The surprising connection between gut health & perimenopause ✔️ Obvious (and sneaky!) signs your gut needs support ✔️ 10 simple, game...

Have you ever wanted to just sit down with a super fit woman in your age box and ask them all about their habits, challenges and tips to help you on your journey to being the healthiest and fittest version of yourself?   I definitely have! So I had to have 2 incredible (and incredibly fit) women on the podcast to answer all of our burning questions and just have a real converstion about fitness in...

As women we have been taught that our body is the enemy. That is keeps us back from the life we want to live because it is too big, or because it is aging and that is why your hormones are wonky. But this is wrong.  Your body is NEVER the enemy. But there is one clear enemy and there is a simple path to fighting that enemy. I cover it all in this episode.  Tune in to learn:   The REAL enemy of you...

More and more we are starting to hear about the importance of none density and the rise of osteoporosis in women especially. We don’t often think about this in perimenopause until it becomes a problem for us, but what we do today, significantly impacts our future bodies, and I wanted to know all about it.   In this expert guest interview, with osteoporosis expert Dr. Doug, we discuss how balancing...

Sleep is one of the key foundations of health in life. Without quality sleep most of the time, you will always struggle to build health, especially in perimenopause. The challenge here is that we cannot control sleep, only ALLOW for it since the root cause of sleep challenges will always be tied back to the state or your central nervous system.   Tune in to this episode to learn:   What you need t...

I have talked a few times on this podcast with experts around sober living, and I love everyone of them. Although I am not 100% sober I recognize the impact of alcohol on my body in occasional or moderate ways. The way it can hold me back, make my peri symptoms worse…so I am constantly trying to learn more and share that information with you.   In this expert guest interview, Courtney Andersen is...

Perimenopause symptoms got you down? OR maybe you are following the advice of this podcast and not seeing results? This is the episode for you sister. Tune in to learn the #1 energy source you may be missing in perimenopause that WILL impact your symptoms and hormones…and guess what, it’s free and within your control TODAY.     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEA...

“You are the picture of health.” These were the words my doctor spoke to me after reviewing my blood work 5 years ago. I should have been relieved. But I was exhausted., I was anxious, my periods were out of control and I couldn’t think straight. Inspire of 6 workouts a week and calorie restriction, I was gaining weight and fighting sugar cravings every afternoon.   Sadly this has become a very co...

Every time I open my social media these days, I am seeing very thin women promoting the benefits or GLP1 weight loss drugs, even as micro-doses now. Although I pride myself on being open minded and believing that only YOU know what is best for YOUR body and health. The normalization of this has left me with the “icks”. In this episode I am going to give my very open thoughts on taking this, what y...

In this exclusive episode you get to hear from one of my amazing private clients Mallory, an accountant with a big career, 2 young children and a husband with an equally demanding career. Mallory identified as Type ‘A’ and at 38 was suffering with debilitating joint pain, weight gain, migraines, nail biting, no energy and had been seeking answers from her doctor for 2 years without success.   Tune...

In part 5 of the Sex hormone series, we’re going to break down what high testosterone looks like during perimenopause—think hair loss on your head, hair gain on your face, acne, oily skin, insomnia, weight gain and high blood pressure. We’ll chat about what causes these hormonal shifts and, most importantly, I’ll share some real, actionable solutions that can help. From simple lifestyle tweaks to...

So many women today are coming to me in perimenopause…they have been to their doctor and told that their blood work is fine when they aren’t feeling that way, they have been dismissed, offered birth control pills and anti depressants, they have been refused hormone testing, and HRT. This has left women suffering and feeling dismissed, gas lit even and hopeless.   In this exclusive expert interview...

In part 4 of the Sex hormone series, we are talking all about symptoms, causes and support for low testosterone. We’re going to break down what low testosterone looks like during perimenopause—think low libido, incontinence, fatigue, low confidence, aches and pains, anxiety and weight gain. We’ll chat about what causes these hormonal shifts and, most importantly, I’ll share some real, actionable s...