Real Talk on Perimenopause & Menopause: Navigating Symptoms, Diet & HRT
In this episode, Jessica and Michele share their honest and deeply personal journeys through perimenopause and menopause, opening up about early symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, emotional overwhelm, and feeling alone during this major life transition.
Together, we explore the powerful role of dietary changes, the realities of navigating hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and why advocating for yourself within the healthcare system is essential. Jessica and Michele discuss how understanding your body, finding the right provider, and embracing ongoing support can make all the difference in managing symptoms and reclaiming confidence in midlife.
This conversation is a warm reminder that you are not alone, that menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and that with the right tools, support, and self-compassion, it’s possible to feel strong, informed, and empowered during this season of life.
This episode is for women in midlife who want to feel supported, educated, and hopeful about their health and wellness journey.
LINKS:
Connect with Jess & Michele:
Michele: lovingyourwellness.com
Instagram
Jess: livelightly.eco
Free Wellness & Home Detox Guide
Instagram
YouTube
We talk openly about:
Early menopause symptoms and feeling “too young”
How nutrition and dietary changes impact hormones
Separating nutrition myths from science
The emotional and mental health side of midlife transitions
Finding supportive healthcare providers
Why HRT requires ongoing monitoring and personal advocacy
Chapters
Together, we explore the powerful role of dietary changes, the realities of navigating hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and why advocating for yourself within the healthcare system is essential. Jessica and Michele discuss how understanding your body, finding the right provider, and embracing ongoing support can make all the difference in managing symptoms and reclaiming confidence in midlife.
This conversation is a warm reminder that you are not alone, that menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and that with the right tools, support, and self-compassion, it’s possible to feel strong, informed, and empowered during this season of life.
This episode is for women in midlife who want to feel supported, educated, and hopeful about their health and wellness journey.
LINKS:
Connect with Jess & Michele:
Michele: lovingyourwellness.com
Jess: livelightly.eco
Free Wellness & Home Detox Guide
YouTube
We talk openly about:
Early menopause symptoms and feeling “too young”
How nutrition and dietary changes impact hormones
Separating nutrition myths from science
The emotional and mental health side of midlife transitions
Finding supportive healthcare providers
Why HRT requires ongoing monitoring and personal advocacy
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Perimenopause and Menopause
Introduction to Perimenopause and Menopause
02:57
Personal Experiences with Symptoms
Personal Experiences with Symptoms
05:27
Dietary Changes and Their Impact
Dietary Changes and Their Impact
08:34
Navigating Nutrition Myths
Navigating Nutrition Myths
11:33
Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
14:11
Emotional and Mental Health During Transition
Emotional and Mental Health During Transition
17:22
Finding Support and Community
Finding Support and Community
20:03
The Journey to HRT and Its Benefits
The Journey to HRT and Its Benefits
25:08
The Importance of Self-Presentation
The Importance of Self-Presentation
30:57
Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
38:12
The Role of Healthcare Providers in Hormonal Health
The Role of Healthcare Providers in Hormonal Health
43:54
Personal Experiences with Hormonal Changes and HRT
Personal Experiences with Hormonal Changes and HRT
