Explore every episode of the podcast This Is Perimenopause: Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife
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| Birth Control vs. MHT in Perimenopause with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:47:07 | |
Your doctor offered you the pill for your perimenopause symptoms but said no to MHT. Why? It's one of the questions we get most. Dr. Jen Zelovitzky is back to explain how these treatments differ and the factors that should be considered when exploring each of these options for symptom management in perimenopause. She also explains why the one-year-without-a-period rule shouldn't be the gatekeeper for your treatment. In this episode:
Dr. Jen's bottom line: there is no woman out there who doesn't have an option. You deserve a good quality of life. And don’t miss a LIVE This Is Perimenopause podcast recording with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky at the National Menopause Show on Sunday, October 18 at 2:10 p.m. on the podcast stage. We’re talking about Breast Cancer and all the choices available to survivors who are suffering with through menopause. This is just one of the incredible expert speakers lined up. Tickets are only $35/day or $45 for both days. Buy your tickets today! Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is a certified Menopause Specialist and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health at Medcan Toronto. Follow her on socials @DrJenZelo where she helps women better understand their bodies and advocate for their needs in the Canadian Healthcare system. She is also the mom of 2 amazing daughters and 3 fur babies. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| GLP-1s for Weight Loss in Perimenopause with Dr. Sean Wharton: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:54:42 | |
Where did this belly suddenly come from? And is a GLP-1 the answer? Everyone's talking about GLP-1s, but few people actually understand how they work. Dr. Sean Wharton is an internal medicine physician, a pioneer in obesity medicine, and founder of the Wharton Medical Clinic. He's here to give us the facts. Dr. Wharton explains what GLP-1s do in your body, why midlife belly fat is a health issue and not just a cosmetic one, and what to consider before you ask your doctor for one. In this episode:
Want to learn more? See Dr. Wharton live at the National Menopause Show on October 17 & 18 at the International Centre in Toronto. He’s just one of the incredible expert speakers lined up. Tickets are only $35/day or $45 for both days. Buy your tickets today! Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dr. Wharton has his doctorate in Pharmacy and Medicine from the University of Toronto in Canada. He practices internal medicine and is the director of the Wharton Medical Clinic, a community based weight management and diabetes clinic. He is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto and adjunct professor at McMaster and York University. He is the lead authour of the 2020 Canadian Obesity Guidelines, which has been recognized around the world and has published many peer-reviewed articles in international medical journals, including lead author on several New England Journal of Medicine articles Dr. Wharton is involved in advocacy to achieve health equity in medicine. Links for this episode Wharton Medical ClinicHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Working with a Nurse Practitioner in Perimenopause with Dr. Roberta Heale: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:41:38 | |
Rushed appointments. Leaving your doctor’s appointment with no real answers and more questions than before. Have you thought about seeing a nurse practitioner? Dr. Roberta Heale has been a nurse practitioner for 27 years. She holds a PhD, co-founded Canada's first nurse practitioner-led clinic, and was the first president of the Nurse Practitioner Association of Canada. Today she runs a virtual menopause clinic for women in Ontario and Alberta. And she’s here to share with us what an NP can do to support you in perimenopause. In this episode:
Want to learn more? See Roberta Heale live at the National Menopause Show on October 17 & 18 at the International Centre in Toronto. She’s just one of the incredible expert speakers lined up. Tickets are only $35/day or $45 for both days. Buy your tickets today! Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Roberta Heale is a nurse practitioner, a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and owner of the Virtual Menopause Clinic where she provides care to women in Alberta and Ontario for symptoms of perimenopause through to post menopause. Not only does her practice include hormones, treatment for insomnia, weight management and more, women may choose Clinical Hypnosis. Roberta is also a university professor and has used her academic role to conduct research about the impact of the symptoms of menopause on work. Links for this episode
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| Lichen Sclerosus with Dr. Amanda Selk: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:45:18 | |
This episode will change how you think about that itch you've been ignoring down there. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Amanda Selk, gynecologist and one of the leading voices in vulvar skin conditions, as she breaks down lichen sclerosus. It’s a common but wildly under-recognized chronic skin condition that can permanently change your anatomy if it goes untreated. In this episode:
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| Liv Lighter with Gina Livy: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:44:19 | |
We know Gina Livy as the weight loss expert. So when she told her community she was writing a book, we assumed we knew exactly what it would be about. We were wrong. Liv Lighter: The Art of Living Well in Your Body, Home, and Mind is out September 8, co-written with home designer Lynne Knowlton and travel planner Norma Thiessen. It's a book about the weight women actually carry. The guilt. The permission we're still waiting for. The house we keep clean for people who aren't even coming over. In this episode:
This conversation went places we didn't plan for, and we're keeping all of it. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Gina Livy is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of The Livy Method, one of North America’s largest weight loss and wellness communities. A two-time recipient of WXN’s Canada’s Most Powerful Women award, Gina has spent more than 30 years helping hundreds of thousands of women create lasting change through a practical, lifestyle-first approach to health and wellness. Her newest book, Liv Lighter , expands that conversation beyond weight loss, exploring what it means to live well in your body, your home, your relationships, and your everyday life. Links for this episode
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| (BEST OF) Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 2) - Menopause Journey and Midlife Where Suffering is Optional | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:38:06 | |
In the second part of this incredible episode with Master’s level clinician and eating disorder specialist, we dive even deeper into how disordered eating shows up in ways we never expected – especially during the hormonal chaos of midlife. In this episode, you'll discover:
We live in a culture that normalizes disordered eating. Luckily Kyla is here to show us what true food freedom actually looks like.
Kyla Fox has established herself as a visionary and innovator, when it comes to re-framing the way Canadians think about and treat eating disorders. As someone who struggled herself with an eating disorder, Fox identified care gaps and fundamental flaws in the treatment and recovery approach. Kyla is a Master’s level clinician with degrees from both the University of Toronto in the Master’s of Social Work program as well as an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies. Kyla is a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She is also a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders and the National Eating Disorders Association. With such deep and varied experience in the field, Kyla is regularly called on by Canada’s top media outlets as a special commentator on a broad list of topics, including eating disorders, self-esteem, women’s health, body image, pregnancy and body confidence and more. For more information please visit www.kylafoxcentre.com. Links for this episode Instagram: @KylaFoxRecovery Facebook: @KylaFoxCentre Twitter: @KylaFoxCentre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stefan Underwood on The Value Proposition of Sleep Part 2: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:32:14 | |
Okay, so you're convinced. Sleep matters. Now what? In Part 2 of our conversation with Stefan Underwood, SVP of Methodology at Exos, we get into the practical stuff — the things you can actually do to protect and improve your sleep, even when perimenopause is working against you. No overwhelm, no 17-step overhaul. Just a clear framework and a few things worth trying. Because as Stefan puts it: perfect is the enemy of better. And better is absolutely worth fighting for. In this episode:
Plus: the one thing Stefan wants every woman to know about sleep. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, start there. It'll change the way you think about why sleep matters in the first place. This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Use Code THISISPERIMENOPAUSE100 at endy.com for $100 off your new mattress. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Links for this episode teamexos.comBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art Babelio White Noise Sound Machine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stefan Underwood on The Value Proposition of Sleep Part 1: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:34:03 | |
Tired of being told sleep is good for you? Yeah, us too. We already know. The real question is: why aren't we protecting it? In this episode, we sit down with Stefan Underwood, Senior Vice President of Methodology at Exos, a human performance company that has worked with elite athletes, Special Operations Forces, and Fortune 500 leaders. Today Stefan is going to completely reframe the way you think about sleep. Not with guilt. Not with generic advice. But with a compelling, personal reason to finally fight for it. Because sleep isn't just rest. It impacts every single cell and system in your body. And in perimenopause, when your hormones are already working against you, what's happening (or not happening) while you sleep matters more than ever. In this episode:
This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Stefan. Consider this your wake-up call. This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Use Code THISISPERIMENOPAUSE100 at endy.com for $100 off your new mattress.Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Links for this episode teamexos.comBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art Babelio White Noise Sound Machine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| (BEST OF) Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 1) Women’s Menopause Journey in Midlife Where Suffering is Optional | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:32:01 | |
Think eating disorders only affect teenagers? Think again. What if we told you that the food rules, exercise obsessions, and body struggles you're experiencing during perimenopause might actually be disordered eating in disguise? Meet Kyla Fox, a Master's level clinician and eating disorder specialist who's spent 20 years revolutionizing treatment approaches. After her own struggle with an eating disorder, Kyla identified critical gaps in traditional recovery methods and founded an innovative treatment center that's helping thousands of women break free from patterns they didn't even realize they had. From the woman who exercises for hours after eating to the one sneaking food when her partner's away (Michelle, I see you!), Kyla reveals how disordered eating shows up in ways we never expected – especially during the hormonal chaos of midlife. In this episode, you'll discover:
We live in a culture that normalizes disordered eating. Luckily, Kyla is here to show us what true food freedom actually looks like.
Kyla Fox has established herself as a visionary and innovator, when it comes to re-framing the way Canadians think about and treat eating disorders. As someone who struggled herself with an eating disorder, Fox identified care gaps and fundamental flaws in the treatment and recovery approach. Kyla is a Master’s level clinician with degrees from both the University of Toronto in the Master’s of Social Work program as well as an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies. Kyla is a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She is also a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders and the National Eating Disorders Association. With such deep and varied experience in the field, Kyla is regularly called on by Canada’s top media outlets as a special commentator on a broad list of topics, including eating disorders, self-esteem, women’s health, body image, pregnancy and body confidence and more. For more information please visit www.kylafoxcentre.com. Links for this episode Instagram: @KylaFoxRecovery Facebook: @KylaFoxCentre Twitter: @KylaFoxCentre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sleep Divorce in Perimenopause with Dr. Kimberly Moffit: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:30:54 | |
Snoring, scrolling at 2am, hogging the blankets. These feel like small annoyances, but they might be quietly shaping your relationship in unexpected ways. In this episode, we sit down with Kimberly Moffit, founder of KMA Therapy and relationship expert, and she breaks down why sleep is one of the most underrated factors in relationship health. In This Episode
This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Use Code THISISPERIMENOPAUSE100 at endy.com for $100 off your new mattress.
Dr. Kimberly Moffit is a viral relationship expert who has studied the ins and outs of romance and has the answers to love’s toughest questions. With over 3M followers in total on social media and over 300,000,000 views on Youtube and Tiktok, her relationship advice is garnered from the latest research, which she brings to life in the form of fun and relatable tips. Kimberly achieved her Doctoral degree in Psychology from Middlesex University in 2015 and has appeared as a relationship expert on Fox & Friends, Good Day Chicago, and has been regularly featured in the New York Times. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Vulvar and Vaginal Health 101 with Dr. Dolores Fernandez, ND: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:34:21 | |
Burning, itching, or something's just not right down there, but your doctor keeps telling you everything looks normal? Today, Dr. Dolores Fernandez, ND is back on the podcast, and she is not leaving any stone unturned. She’s a naturopathic doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and founder of IRIS, a clean science-backed vulva care brand. Dr. Dolores, ND specializes in vulvar and vaginal conditions, including the tricky ones most doctors aren't even looking for. If it's happening down there and no one can figure out why, chances are she’s seen it. And treated it. In this episode:
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If something feels off, trust that. This episode will give you the language, the knowledge, and the confidence to push for the care you deserve. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Sleep better in Perimenopause with Alanna McGinn: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:38:14 | |
Think better sleep starts a couple hours before bedtime? Think again. Sleep and Stress Coach, Alanna McGinn, is not here to tell you to put your phone down an hour before bed. It turns out, the secret to a great night's sleep has a lot more to do with what you're doing during the day than what you're doing at 9pm. In this episode, Alanna shares her most powerful (and unexpected) tools for perimenopausal women who are exhausted but wide awake at 3am. In this episode:
Plus, if you're a midlife woman who feels like she's doing everything right but still can't rest, check out Alanna’s Midlife Women’s Sleep program and her one-of-a-kind Divorce Sleep program. Because sometimes life's hardest transitions deserve their own sleep plan. Find out more at alannamcguinn.com. This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Check them out at endy.com. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Add a Pharmacist to your Perimenopause Tool Kit with Jennifer Bruce: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 27 May 2026 | 00:44:03 | |
Struggling to get a doctor's appointment? Not sure who to ask about your medications or health concerns? Meet pharmacist Jennifer Bruce, who's here to let you in on healthcare's best-kept secret - your community pharmacist. Most of us don’t know that our pharmacist is an accessible, knowledgeable resource just waiting to help us navigate perimenopause and beyond. In this episode, Jennifer shares why pharmacists are underutilized members of your healthcare team and how building a relationship with yours can transform your health journey. In This Episode:
PLUS, Jennifer gives us the inside scoop on how small, targeted changes based on your unique data can prevent prediabetes, improve sleep, and help you feel better than ever. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Jennifer is a community pharmacist with 25 years of experience. She has been working at Martins Pharmacy in St. Jacobs, an independent pharmacy for the last 17 years. She is passionate about building strong personal relationships with her patients to become a trusted and valuable member of their healthcare team. Her professional interests focus on diabetes management and geriatric pharmacy, where she strives to optimize patient outcomes. She is dedicated to providing personalized care that addresses the unique needs of each individual. Continuously learning and adapting, she aims to support her patients' health journeys with empathy and expertise. Recently, she launched SugarTrack Consulting, offering a 14-day program that harnesses the data-driven power of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to help improve metabolic health. Links for this episode Follow Sugar Track Consulting on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Sleep is Sabotaging Your Weight in Perimenopause with Gina Livy and Dr. Olinca Trejo: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 13 May 2026 | 00:50:12 | |
You’re doing everything right - eating well, moving your body, and trying so damn hard. But the scale still won't budge! Take a listen to this episode, because the answer might not be on your plate. It might be in your bed. In this episode of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest sleep series, Mikelle sits down with two women who know a thing or two about what it takes to lose weight and feel good in your body. Gina Livy, creator of The Livy Method, and Dr. Olinca Trejo, naturopathic doctor and hormone expert, break down the powerful and often completely overlooked connection between sleep and weight loss. Turns out it has very little to do with willpower. In this episode:
This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Use Code THISISPERIMENOPAUSE100 at endy.com for $100 off your new mattress.
Gina Livy is the bold, purpose-driven founder and CEO of The Livy Method, a lifestyle behaviour change program transforming weight loss by helping people focus on how they eat, think, and feel. As a best-selling author and keynote speaker, Gina has helped over 150,000 people ditch diets for good. With 30+ years of experience, she’s built a community in 55+ countries, with over 7M podcast downloads and a mission to make weight loss kind, accessible, and sustainable. Dr. Olinca Trejo, ND is a naturopathic doctor with over 16 years of clinical experience, specializing in hormone health, weight management, and digestive wellness. She is passionate about supporting women through perimenopause and menopause with an evidence-informed, integrative approach that empowers patients to achieve lasting, meaningful health outcomes.
Dr. Trejo takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach, working alongside physicians and specialists to provide comprehensive care. She emphasizes non-pharmaceutical options whenever appropriate, while thoughtfully complementing conventional treatments when needed. Her dedication to excellence has earned her the Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award for Best Naturopathic Doctor for nine years. Dr. Trejo has pursued advanced training in hormone therapy and is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Links for this episode The Livy Method Follow Dr. Olinca Trejo on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Aging Powerfully in Perimenopause with Melissa Grelo: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:33:57 | |
In this episode, we sit down with journalist, TV host, and podcast powerhouse Melissa Grelo as she opens up about how the pandemic, perimenopause, and a type-A personality collided in the perfect storm. One that had Melissa taking 20+ supplements a day, spending a small fortune on every test imaginable, and ultimately landing in her doctor's office with liver disease. In this episode:
Getting duped doesn't make you stupid, it makes you human. And if Melissa's story sounds familiar, this episode might just be the wake-up call you didn't know you needed. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Melissa Grelo is a multi-award-winning broadcaster, sought-after live event host, and the creator and host of Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo — one of Canada’s top-charting podcasts for women navigating midlife and beyond. With more than 20 years in television journalism, Melissa is best known as the award-winning co-host of Canada’s #1 daytime talk show, The Social on CTV. She has interviewed world leaders and A-list celebrities, reported from the Academy Awards, co-hosted Olympic coverage from Vancouver, and launched three successful shows with Bell Media/CTV. In 2019, she was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women and has won multiple Canadian Screen Awards throughout her career. In 2023, she launched Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo, which immediately topped podcast charts across Canada and around the world — a position it has held for three seasons. The show brings together leading doctors, researchers, and scientists to deliver evidence-based information on menopause, midlife health, and aging well, while taking on the misinformation that too often fills women’s health spaces. A passionate advocate for women’s health education, Melissa is equally in demand as a live event host and moderator, creating expert-driven experiences that educate and empower women to take charge of their own care. Links for this episode
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| Your Perimenopausal Sleep Wishes Granted by Endy: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:35:16 | |
We asked our community what their perimenopause sleep wishes were. Turns out, we’re all looking for the same things: to stay asleep, wake up without pain, stop the duvet dance, and for the love of all things holy, to feel rested again. In this episode, we sat down with Endy insiders, Erin Gray and Van Kutrowski and discovered that we can’t blame all our sleepless nights on hormones and stress. It could be that our mattresses are the missing piece in our perimenopausal sleep toolkits. In this episode:
Don't miss this one. Let Erin and Van help you reclaim your rest so that you can rise to shine! This episode is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Check them out at endy.com and use code THISISPERIMENOPAUSE100 for $100 off. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This Is Perimenopause
Erin has held progressive roles within the world of CX in a variety of different industries. Starting her career in Financial Services she has led CX teams in banking, insurance, lending, omni-channel retail and senior living residences. She is currently the Senior Vice President of Customer Experience, supporting many of the Direct-to-Consumer sleep brands including Endy. Van Kutrowski Bio Van Kutrowski is the Manager of Retail and Product Experience at Endy, where she’s been for the past four years. She works at the intersection of product, retail, and customer experience, shaping strategy grounded in customer insights. With over ten years in product development, she’s deeply customer-obsessed and the go-to for product, insights, and all things sleep. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Comprendre la périménopause avec le Dre Karen Desrosiers: Santé des femmes et parcours de la périménopause à la ménopause | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:42:37 | |
Dans cette conversation éclairante, le Dre Karen Desrosiers démystifie la phase souvent mal comprise de la périménopause — des symptômes surprenants aux mythes courants, en passant par les lacunes dans les soins médicaux. La discussion met en lumière pourquoi de nombreuses femmes se sentent ignorées ou confuses durant cette transition, comment les symptômes vont bien au-delà des bouffées de chaleur, et pourquoi une meilleure éducation — tant pour les patientes que pour les professionnels de la santé — est essentielle. Si vous vous êtes déjà dit « je ne me sens plus moi-même » sans pouvoir expliquer pourquoi, cet épisode est pour vous. Dans cet épisode:
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Biographie: Dre Karen Desrosiers Le Dre Karen Desrosiers est une obstétricienne- gynécologue et médecin certifié en ménopause par The Menopause Society. Elle a étudié la médecine et fait sa spécialisation à l’Université de Sherbrooke, province de Québec. De 2004 à 2015 Dre Desrosiers a été un membre précieux de l’équipe d’obstétrique et de gynécologie de l’Hôpital de Moncton et professeur associé à l’Université Dalhousie et à l’Université Memorial. Elle travaille au sein du Réseau de santé Horizon au Nouveau-Brunswick depuis 2004 et depuis 2020 à la clinique Reconnect Health Center de Moncton, une clinique specialisée en santé de la femme. Elle a developpé un intérêt en pathologies vulvo-vaginales ainsi qu’en ménopause et elle est la représentante Atlantique sur le conseil d’administration de la Société de Ménopause Canadienne. Dre Desrosiers contribue activement à la diffusion des connaissances médicales en donnant des conférences médicales en plus de diverses sorties médiatiques. Liens pour cet épisode Sites web fiables sur la ménopause recommandés par le Dre Karen Desrosiers:
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| How Menopausal Care Should Be with Dr. Michelle Jacobson: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:46:33 | |
Ever felt dismissed, confused, or just plain abandoned by the healthcare system when it comes to perimenopause? Then this episode is for you. Meet Dr. Michelle Jacobson, gynecologist, menopause oncology specialist, and co-founder of the virtual clinic Coven Women's Health. She's the doctor other doctors call on complex women’s health issues — and today, she's here for you. In this episode:
Plus — the meaning behind the names Coven and Hysterical Women (her podcast), and why we all want to be witches now. This one is packed with the kind of honest, evidence-based, no-BS information that every woman in midlife deserves. We left feeling smarter, more empowered, and honestly a little fired up. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dr. Michelle Jacobson is working to redefine the standard of care for women in Canada by scaling access to her expertise in Menopause, Menopause Oncology, and Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome. She's been referred to as "the doctor that other doctors call" when they need to consult on complex women's gynaecological health issues. They call her because of her curiosity, education, research, and clinical experience with conditions and symptoms that impact women, from first period to last. They become her respected colleagues and friends because of her reputation as a physician who is incredibly collaborative, caring, and loyal. Dr. Jacobson is especially passionate about perimenopause and the menopause transition — through her research and clinical practice, she sees how many women unnecessarily experience a decline in quality of life during midlife. She funnels that passion and advocacy into educating other physicians, policymakers, and the general public on the urgency for changes to medical protocols and for greater support for menopausal women. As a BRCA gene carrier herself, she is equally passionate about assessing and managing hereditary cancer risk. Committed to advancing early detection, treatment, and patient support, her research in this area has led to the development of a national community of practice in hereditary breast and ovarian cancer that she created and chairs. At the intersection of both of her passions, she has used her research and clinical experience in menopause — particularly premature menopause due to oncologic therapies, hereditary cancer syndromes, and Turner's Syndrome — to provide a niche contribution to the global literature. Bottom line: she cares deeply for women and their wellbeing, and she is committed to making patient-centric changes to our standard of care. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sleep to Improve Your Healthspan with Dr. Woganee Filate: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:32:16 | |
In this episode, Dr. Woganee Filate, sleep specialist and co-founder of Lume Women + Health, is back on the show to break down the science of sleep and why it may be the single most powerful thing you can do for your long-term health. From protecting your brain to keeping your heart healthy, Dr. Woganee explains what's actually happening while you sleep — and what's at stake when you don't. In this episode:
You don't have to accept poor sleep. There's so much within your control, and this episode with Dr. Woganee will show you where to start. This episode is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Check them out at endy.com. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dr. Woganee Filate is a passionate and dedicated adult respirologist and sleep medicine physician committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based and patient-centered care. She has a wealth of experience in diagnosing and managing respiratory and sleep disorders. Her interests include educating patients on the changes in sleep during the menopause transition and what can be done to optimize sleep during this key life stage. In addition to her medical degree, Dr. Filate holds a Master of Health Science, with a focus on Community Health & Epidemiology, from the University of Toronto. Links for this episode
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| Better Sex in Perimenopause with Dr. Lori Brotto and Elayne Wandler: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:39:54 | |
More pleasurable and satisfying sex is all in your mind. If you’ve been struggling with low libido or sexual anxiety then this episode’s for you. Dr. Lori Brotto, renowned psychologist, sex researcher, and author of "Better Sex Through Mindfulness," and Elayne Wandler, CEO of eSense Health are on a mission to transform our sexual health. They’re sharing insights on how mindfulness can help women tune into their bodies to have more fulfilling intimate experiences. In this episode:
Whether you're single, partnered, or anywhere in between, this episode will arm you with the insights and strategies you need to develop a more present, connected, and pleasurable approach to sex and intimacy.
Dr. Lori Brotto is a renowned figure in women's sexual health. A Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, she holds a Canada Research Chair focused on developing safe, accessible treatments for sexual concerns in women. Committed to equity, she champions digital health technologies to broaden access to care. Dr. Brotto also serves as Executive Director for the Women's Health Research Institute, supporting nearly 700 members across BC in advancing all aspects of women's health research. She has appeared in the media, including Netflix's "The Principles of Pleasure," CBC Gem's "The Big Sex Talk," and a Masterclass on the Magic of Menopause. She has authored two mindfulness-focused books: "Better Sex Through Mindfulness" (2018) and "The Better Sex Through Mindfulness Workbook" (2022), and the 2018 book appears in the New York Times top 8 sexual health books (2024). She has received a UBC Public Education Through Media award (2023). As a Registered Psychologist in BC, Dr. Brotto works with individuals seeking to enhance their sexual well-being and believes in the power of lived experiences to shape science. An advocate for women's leadership, she encourages young women to pursue careers in STEM and engages with the public via social media (@DrLoriBrotto and @ubcshr). Elayne Wandler Elayne is a seasoned life sciences executive with over two decades of experience bringing medical innovations to market. As CEO of eSense Health, she leads the company's mission to close the gap in women's sexual health through evidence-based, accessible digital care. Her career began at Abbott Laboratories (now AbbVie), followed by commercial and communications roles at QLT Inc., where she helped launch Visudyne—the first treatment for age-related macular degeneration. She later served as Director of Corporate Development and Marketing at Sonic Incytes, and in a leadership role at Accel-Rx, supporting early-stage Canadian ventures. Combining strategic insight with a strong track record across life sciences, Elayne is passionate about challenging stigma, unlocking access, and driving impact through science and storytelling. Under her leadership, eSense is now entering commercialization following successful clinical validation and growing recognition.
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| Get Back To Sleep in Perimenopause with CBT-I and Dominique Williams: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:42:51 | |
Lying awake at 2 a.m., staring at the ceiling, mentally catastrophizing about tomorrow? We've all been there, especially in perimenopause. You've probably tried everything: magnesium, weighted blankets, meditation apps, lavender spray. But have you heard of CBT-I? In this episode, we're talking with Dominique Williams, a Registered Social Worker at Coven Women's Health who specializes in CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia). Dominique breaks down why you're waking up at 2-3 a.m., what's keeping you awake, and the science-backed strategies that can actually help. In this episode:
This is part of our Endy Reclaim Your Rest Sleep Series - helping you wake up rested, focused, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Endy is Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Check them out at endy.com. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dominique Williams is a Registered Social Worker (MSW) with over 15 years of experience supporting women through some of life’s most complex transitions. Her clinical work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and a deeply client-centred framework, with a particular focus on CBT-I for sleep disruption during perimenopause. Dominique specializes in working with women navigating perimenopause, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, poor body image, and chronic health conditions. Her approach is inclusive, compassionate, and firmly evidence-based—helping clients build healthier, more sustainable relationships with their bodies, minds, and sleep. In 2021, Dominique completed her own breast cancer journey, only to find herself facing the often-unexpected challenges of treatment-induced perimenopause. Years of research, reflection, night sweats, and lived experience shaped her passion for supporting women who feel dismissed, exhausted, or stuck when it comes to sleep and hormonal change. She brings both clinical expertise and real-world understanding to conversations about insomnia, nervous system regulation, and reclaiming rest during midlife. Outside the therapy room, Dominique is a certified yoga instructor, competitive dragon boater, and lifelong learner. Originally from Australia and now based in Canada, she can often be found chasing sunshine, sipping good coffee on a patio, and reading for hours—when she’s not helping women finally get the sleep they deserve. Links for this episode Dominique Williams on Instagram Coven Women’s Health on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Iron Deficiency, Anemia, and Iron Infusions with NDs Nic + Nat: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:32:04 | |
Feeling tired all the time? Struggling with brain fog and irritability? Before you chalk it up to just another annoying perimenopause symptom, listen up. There may be more to the story. In this conversation with Naturopathic Doctors Nic and Nat, we are diving deep into iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia, revealing just how pervasive this issue is among perimenopausal women. You’ll learn how Doctors Nic and Nat treat their patients with low iron levels so they can get back to feeling their best. In This Episode:
So, grab your favorite iron-rich snack (spinach smoothie, anyone?) and let's dive in. Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
Dr. Nic and Dr. Nat—twin sisters, naturopathic doctors, and menopause society certified practitioners. They're also the founders of Durham Natural Health Center, the creators of the Empowered Midlife Hub and the Perimenopause Playbook. Over their 15 years of clinical practice experience, they've helped thousands of women navigate perimenopause and menopause, guiding them from feeling tired, irritable, and depleted to feeling energized, confident, and thriving. They know how challenging this time of life can be because they're living it and have seen it firsthand with so many women. That's why they've developed their Empowered Midlife framework that includes menopause hormone therapy, personalized nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to help women regain their vitality and take control of their health. They love educating about the menopause transitions and you might catch them sharing insights on Rogers TV, podcasts, or speaking to organizations like TD Bank and the Ministry of Finance. It's their mission to help women in their 40s and 50s feel empowered and supported as they embrace this stage of life. When they're not in clinic, you will find them hanging out with their kiddos and families. Dr. Nic is the boy mom with 3 boys under 9 and Dr. Nat the girl mom with 2 little girls aged 5 and 7. They love to stay active and you will also find them at the gym or training for their newest fitness love – HYROX racing. They're passionate about helping women like you rediscover your energy, confidence, and sense of self—because you deserve to feel amazing, no matter what chapter you're in. Links for this episode Follow Dr. Nic and Nat on Instagram Follow Durham Natural Health Centre on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Tackle Sleep Problems with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky : Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:39:44 | |
If you're ready to stop surviving on coffee and cat naps, this episode is a must-listen. In the first episode of our Reclaim Your Rest with Endy series, we sit down with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky, the Clinical Director of Women's Health and Vitality at Medcan and a specialist in women's health and midlife transitions. Our goal? To unpack the complex interplay of hormones, neurotransmitters, and lifestyle factors that can sabotage your sleep during perimenopause and beyond. Dr. Jen shares her expert insights on how to identify the root causes of your sleep challenges and how to tackle them. Because to paraphrase Dr. Jen, if you're not sleeping, nothing else is working. In this episode:
You're not doomed to be a sleep-deprived zombie for the rest of your life. With the right knowledge, support, and maybe a new mattress, you too can reclaim your rest. This episode is brought to you by Endy, Canada’s leading online mattress brand, trusted by over 1 million sleepers. Endy’s mattresses are designed to keep you cool and supported all night long, so you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. With three comfort options—plush, medium-firm, and firm—you can find the perfect fit for your body and sleep style. And the best part? Endy delivers straight to your door, so upgrading your sleep is simpler than ever. Check them out at endy.com.
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is a certified Menopause Specialist and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health at Medcan Toronto. Follow her on socials @DrJenZelo where she helps women better understand their bodies and advocate for their needs in the Canadian Healthcare system. She is also the mom of 2 amazing daughters and 3 fur babies. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Meet Mikelle’s Pull-up Coach, David Caixeiro: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:34:43 | |
New year, new goals… same confusion about what to actually do in the gym? Meet David Caixeiro, the fitness and lifestyle coach who’s training Mikelle to do an unassisted pull-up. From busting workout myths to rethinking New Year’s resolutions, David shares why lifting weights is one of the best things women can do for their health, and how to do it. And no, you will not get “bulky”! In This Episode You’ll Learn:
David Caixeiro, Fitness and Lifestyle Coach David is a Personal Trainer, Lifestyle Coach, and former Team Canada Bobsleigh athlete. With nearly 10 years of experience helping people build stronger, fitter, and more capable bodies, his mission is to help others live healthier and more fulfilling lives through functional fitness, mindfulness, and sustainable lifestyle change. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and has completed advanced training in Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition, Health Coaching, Fascial Stretch Therapy, Functional Movement, Corrective Exercise, Neurolinguistic Programming, behavior-change psychology, and sleep, stress management, and recovery. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Say The Thing - “I love you…and I want to kill you.”: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 28 Dec 2025 | 00:32:01 | |
“I love you… and I want to kill you.” If that sentence makes you feel seen, this episode is for you. Mikelle and Michelle are joined by Béatrice Séguin, PhD, for a candid - ‘Say The Thing’ conversation about rage, resentment, desire, and changing roles in long-term relationships—especially through motherhood and perimenopause. They unpack why two things can be true at once, how hormones and mental load collide, why mothering your partner kills libido, and what it actually takes to set boundaries, share the load, and communicate honestly without guilt. From responsive desire to dropping unrealistic expectations, this episode offers relief, validation, and real-world strategies for evolving alongside your partner instead of burning out. If you’ve ever wondered, Why does everything annoy me now?—you’re not alone. This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
About Béatrice Séguin, PhD I'm Dr. Béatrice Séguin, and like many of you, I've been blindsided by (peri)menopause. This journey pushed me into self-advocacy, armed with my PhD and a relentless drive to uncover the science behind midlife. TTOM is your go-to resource for expert advice on fashion, lifestyle, health, and nutrition—all delivered with a vibe that says, "We're in this together." In a world full of confusing and conflicting information, TTOM cuts through the noise. I'm here to provide evidence-based answers and a good dose of girlfriend fun along the way. This community is about more than just surviving midlife—it's about owning it with science-backed confidence and style. Let’s celebrate the power and beauty of aging by rewriting the narrative together. Links for this episode This Time of The Month Website This Time of The Month Instagram This Time of The Month Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Men and Perimenopause with John McCalla: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:36:03 | |
When was the last time a man asked you about your perimenopause journey? If you're like most women, the answer is probably never. But what if that could change? Meet John McCalla, CTO and co-founder of Coral – and yes, he's the first man to appear on the This Is Perimenopause podcast. As one of the only males on a team revolutionizing women's midlife health, John brings a refreshingly honest perspective on how little men know about perimenopause and what needs to change. When John learned about the perimenopause crisis – women suffering in silence without access to simple, effective solutions – he knew he had to act. Now he’s part of the Coral team creating personalized care that integrates hormone therapy with lifestyle medicine and coaching. This conversation proves that when men educate themselves and show up as true allies, everything changes. Whether you're struggling to talk to your partner about what you're experiencing, or you're a man who wants to help but has no idea how, this episode is for you. This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
John McCalla, Co-Founder and CTO, Coral John McCalla is a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience building and leading software development teams. Throughout his career, he's worn many hats – entrepreneur, software developer, technical team leader, consultant, product manager, CTO, and VP of R&D – but what drives him isn't the title, it's making an impact. John is passionate about building things (both software and the occasional weekend hardware project) and believes that real success comes from surrounding yourself with talented, focused, hard-working people. He's led teams across myriad environments and has learned that getting there "in style" matters just as much as the commercial and technical wins. Perfectly bilingual, John has frequently led francophone teams and brings a unique perspective to technology leadership in Quebec. Links for this episode https://www.instagram.com/coraltothrive/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sexual Health and Intimacy in Perimenopause with Jeanne Lefebvre: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:34:59 | |
From declining libido to painful sex, many women struggle silently with menopause-related sexual issues. They may feel embarrassed, ashamed, or simply unsure where to turn for help. In this episode, Nurse Clinician Jeanne Lefebvre, a specialist in women's sexual health at Coral, sheds light on the myriad factors - both physical and psychological - that can affect midlife sexual health. More importantly, she offers hope and practical guidance for women who want to reclaim their sexuality and intimacy during this transformative time. With warmth, wisdom and a generous dose of humor, Jeanne reminds us that we all deserve a satisfying and pleasurable sex life - at any age. By advocating for our needs, exploring new forms of intimacy, and enlisting the right support, we can emerge with a deeper connection to ourselves and our sexuality. In This Episode
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Jeanne Lefebvre (RN), Nurse Clinician, Coral Jeanne is a registered nurse with a deep passion for women’s health and sexual wellbeing. She holds a bachelor degree in Nursing with a certification in Sexual Health. Before joining the Coral team, she has built a diverse career spanning from obstetrics and pharmacy-based primary care to teaching, and private practice, always focusing on women's health. At Coral, Jeanne is dedicated to providing care that recognizes each woman’s unique story. Her holistic approach weaves together the physical, emotional, and relational aspects of health, creating a supportive space where women feel seen, understood, and empowered. Beyond her clinical work, Jeanne shares her expertise through workshops and conferences, raising awareness and education around women’s health and sexual wellbeing. Links for this episode https://www.instagram.com/coraltothrive/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Simple, Sustainable Nutrition for Perimenopause with Christie Chapman | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:39:26 | |
Social media is flooded with nutrition advice that changes faster than your perimenopause symptoms. Every influencer has a different magic bullet - from eliminating entire food groups to expensive supplements that promise to "balance your hormones." The noise is overwhelming, especially when you're already struggling with brain fog, weight gain, and exhaustion, only to be told the answer is just eating more protein and moving your body more. Meet Christie Chapman, a menopause wellness coach who experienced early menopause at 38 and turned her crisis into her calling. Christie believes in keeping nutrition simple with her "30-30-30" approach and has helped hundreds of women feel strong and vital again without restrictive diets or expensive supplements. In this refreshingly practical conversation, Christie shares some simple tips you need to learn how to fuel this new perimenopausal version of yourself. In This Episode
Christie reminds us that while perimenopause can feel overwhelming, it's actually your body's wake-up call to make some important changes. And here's the revolutionary part: it's simple, but not necessarily easy - and that's exactly why it works. You're going to live a long time, and you deserve to feel strong and vital for all of it. This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
Christie Chapman is a Certified Women's Wellness Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor, food blogger, and menopause enthusiast who has guided hundreds of women through the transformative journey of perimenopause and menopause. With her unique blend of nutritional expertise, movement wisdom, and deep understanding of midlife transitions, Christie helps women reclaim their bodies, navigate their emotions, and rediscover their vision for this powerful life stage. Amazing Recipes and Links for this episode
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| Testosterone in Perimenopause with Dr. Ariane Ouellet-Decoste and Fiona Lake Waslander: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:36:50 | |
When it comes to topics fueling debates in the menopause world right now, testosterone is the ultimate lightning rod. In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of testosterone for women with Coral's Medical Director, Dr. Ariane Ouellet-Decoste and Coral Co-Founder and CEO, Fiona Lake Waslander. With so much conflicting advice out there, it's hard to know who to trust. How do you weigh the potential risks and benefits of treatments, lifestyle changes, or even the option to do nothing at all? This conversation with Dr. Ariane and Fiona is a brilliant example of what it looks like to understand the facts and embrace the nuance when it comes to navigating the menopausal transition. They provide a much-needed masterclass on the science behind testosterone therapy, empowering you to make informed decisions about your health. In This Episode:
If you're curious about whether testosterone could be right for you, this episode is a must-listen. This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
Fiona Lake Waslander, CEO + Cofounder, Coral Fiona Lake Waslander is a three-time founder and seasoned tech leader with over 20 years of experience building and scaling customer-centric products across North America. She co-founded Coral to address a major gap in women’s healthcare—accessible, evidence-based menopause care for women in Canada. As CEO, Fiona leads Coral’s mission to ensure it delivers the best health outcomes and evidence-based support for women in midlife. Under her leadership, Coral empowers women to take control of their health, and feel their best through the menopause transition and beyond. Fiona is a passionate advocate for women, recognizing that supporting hormonal health is essential to living with confidence at every stage of life. Dr. Ariane Ouellete-Decoste (MD), Medical Director, Coral Dr. Ariane Ouellet-Decoste is a Canadian-trained physician with nearly two decades of clinical experience spanning emergency care, preventative medicine, and women’s health. Her expertise bridges traditional medical practice and evidence-based innovative approaches, with a strong focus on menopause, cardiometabolic health, and lifestyle-driven care. After nearly 15 years practicing emergency medicine in Quebec and the UK, Dr. Ouellet-Decoste transitioned her focus to preventative and lifestyle medicine. She has since trained extensively in women’s health—including advanced courses from The Menopause Society, The British Menopause Society and The Canadian Menopause Society—and holds a postgraduate certificate in Nutrition Science from Stanford School of Medicine. Her approach is rooted in applying the latest medical and nutritional science to support women through midlife transitions, including perimenopause and menopause. Currently, Dr. Ouellet-Decoste serves as Medical Director at Coral, a virtual women’s health clinic specializing in menopause care. She is responsible for the medical quality and regulatory compliance of all clinical protocols, guiding Coral’s care team and clinical programs across Canada. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Heart Health, Cholesterol, & Prevention in Perimenopause with Dr. Daiana Castleman | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:52:57 | |
In this mind-blowing conversation, Dr. Daiana Castleman discusses the critical aspects of heart health for women navigating menopause. The discussion covers the importance of understanding cholesterol levels, the role of statins in managing heart health, and the unique cardiovascular risks women face. Dr. Castleman emphasizes the significance of prevention, regular testing, and lifestyle changes while also addressing the complexities surrounding hormone therapy and its impact on heart health. The conversation aims to empower women with knowledge and actionable insights to take charge of their cardiovascular health. In This Episode:
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| Making Space for Yourself in Perimenopause with Dr. Kristine Laderoute | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:44:05 | |
Running on autopilot? Constantly giving to everyone else while neglecting your own needs? Feeling disconnected from yourself? Welcome to our world! And unfortunately, the place where so many of us live. Until now. Meet Dr. Kristine Laderoute, a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience who's made it her mission to help women create space for themselves in their lives. Her approach goes beyond traditional therapy - she's a proponent of depth therapy and self-connection who believes that true healing happens when we learn to show up for ourselves. In this transformative conversation, Dr. Laderoute reveals why the self-care industry has it backwards and shares the simple but profound practices that can help you reconnect with yourself, even in the chaos of midlife. Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just vaguely discontent without knowing why, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on what it really means to show up and take care of yourself. In this episode, you'll discover:
Dr. Laderoute reminds us that you don't need a spa day or expensive retreat to make space for yourself - you need just 30 seconds, a few conscious breaths, and the revolutionary act of turning your attention inward. Now is the time to show up for yourself. This podcast is brought to you by Coral, a virtual clinic designed for women in midlife. They provide personalized, evidence-based care that supports every woman’s unique journey—whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or the years beyond. Use code TIP5 for 5% off at coral.ca.
Dr. Kristine Laderoute is a dedicated clinical psychologist and lifelong proponent of mental wellness. She has over 15 years of experience helping people with a broad range of mental health concerns using her diverse skill set. She completed her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at York University and underwent training spanning various therapeutic approaches and clinical settings, including The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto General Hospital, North York General Hospital, the York University Counseling Centre, and private practices. In both her own private practice and her role at Lume Women + Health, she is driven by a desire to help people improve their lives through self-connection. She is especially passionate about creating space for women to feel seen, heard, and freed-up from emotional burden, as well as helping them to create space for themselves in their lives. Links for this episode
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| Mental Health and Perimenopause with Dr. Ariel Dalfen | Menopause Journey and Midlife Where Suffering is Optional | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:43:30 | |
Dealing with crippling uncontrollable rage, anxiety, and crushing depression? Feeling like you're completely falling apart and your doctor's solution is to just ‘manage your stress’? Not sure if what you're experiencing is depression, perimenopause, or something else entirely? You're not losing your mind, you're not broken, and you're definitely not alone. Consider this startling statistic from the SWAN study: a woman’s risk of experiencing depression in the menopause transition is 59% if she has a previous history of depression, and 28% for those without a history of depression. Those are some big numbers. And most women, and their doctors, are unaware of this risk. Meet Dr. Ariel Dalfen, a psychiatrist who spent 12 years running the largest women's mental health program in Ontario – where she became frustrated watching women suffer unnecessarily. As CEO and Co-founder of BRIA, a revolutionary virtual clinic, Dr. Dalfen and her Co-founder Dr. Bev Young have created the one-stop shop women desperately need: comprehensive, individualized mental health and hormone care that actually works. In This Episode
If you've been suffering alone or thinking this is just how midlife feels, this conversation will change everything. Dr. Dalfen will show you there's so much more than just surviving – and how to start thriving.
Dr. Ariel Dalfen is a psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience treating women across reproductive life stages: from those trying to conceive, those who are pregnant and postpartum through to the perimenopause/menopause population. She ran the largest women's mental health program in Ontario at Mount Sinai Hospital for 12 years and started the first of its kind province-wide women’s mental health telemedicine program in 2014. In 2022, Dr. Dalfen co-founded and became the CEO of BRIA (www.betterbria.com) - a virtual care platform for women with mental health issues across reproductive life stages. After completing her undergraduate degree at Princeton University, she attended McMaster University medical school, and then completed her specialty training in psychiatry at the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Dalfen's research area explored technology innovations in women's mental health and she has published in academic medical journals. She lectures for medical and public audiences on various topics related to women’s health and has been a medical contributor for many media outlets, from television to podcasts. In 2008, she published a book, When Baby Brings the Blues: Solutions for Postpartum Depression. This book is highly regarded and utilized by both healthcare providers and the general public. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 2) Menopause Journey and Midlife Where Suffering is Optional | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:38:06 | |
In the second part of this incredible episode with Master’s level clinician and eating disorder specialist, we dive even deeper into how disordered eating shows up in ways we never expected – especially during the hormonal chaos of midlife. In this episode, you'll discover:
We live in a culture that normalizes disordered eating. Luckily Kyla is here to show us what true food freedom actually looks like.
Kyla Fox has established herself as a visionary and innovator, when it comes to re-framing the way Canadians think about and treat eating disorders. As someone who struggled herself with an eating disorder, Fox identified care gaps and fundamental flaws in the treatment and recovery approach. Kyla is a Master’s level clinician with degrees from both the University of Toronto in the Master’s of Social Work program as well as an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies. Kyla is a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She is also a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders and the National Eating Disorders Association. With such deep and varied experience in the field, Kyla is regularly called on by Canada’s top media outlets as a special commentator on a broad list of topics, including eating disorders, self-esteem, women’s health, body image, pregnancy and body confidence and more. For more information please visit www.kylafoxcentre.com. Links for this episode Instagram: @KylaFoxRecovery Facebook: @KylaFoxCentre Twitter: @KylaFoxCentre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 1) Women’s Menopause Journey in Midlife Where Suffering is Optional | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:31:23 | |
Think eating disorders only affect teenagers? Think again. What if we told you that the food rules, exercise obsessions, and body struggles you're experiencing during perimenopause might actually be disordered eating in disguise? Meet Kyla Fox, a Master's level clinician and eating disorder specialist who's spent 20 years revolutionizing treatment approaches. After her own struggle with an eating disorder, Kyla identified critical gaps in traditional recovery methods and founded an innovative treatment center that's helping thousands of women break free from patterns they didn't even realize they had. From the woman who exercises for hours after eating to the one sneaking food when her partner's away (Michelle, I see you!), Kyla reveals how disordered eating shows up in ways we never expected – especially during the hormonal chaos of midlife. In this episode, you'll discover:
We live in a culture that normalizes disordered eating. Luckily, Kyla is here to show us what true food freedom actually looks like.
Kyla Fox has established herself as a visionary and innovator, when it comes to re-framing the way Canadians think about and treat eating disorders. As someone who struggled herself with an eating disorder, Fox identified care gaps and fundamental flaws in the treatment and recovery approach. Kyla is a Master’s level clinician with degrees from both the University of Toronto in the Master’s of Social Work program as well as an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies. Kyla is a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She is also a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders and the National Eating Disorders Association. With such deep and varied experience in the field, Kyla is regularly called on by Canada’s top media outlets as a special commentator on a broad list of topics, including eating disorders, self-esteem, women’s health, body image, pregnancy and body confidence and more. For more information please visit www.kylafoxcentre.com. Links for this episode Instagram: @KylaFoxRecovery Facebook: @KylaFoxCentre Twitter: @KylaFoxCentre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Mic Drop Moments from This Is Perimenopause Season 2: Women's Menopause Journey in Midlife where Suffering is Optional | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:33:40 | |
We learned so much in Season 2 from so many incredible experts, here are just a few of the mic drop moments that every woman deserves to know:
Thank you for listening and letting us be part of your journey. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulvas and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Links for this episode Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND Instagram Work with Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND Menopause Foundation of Canada Instagram Menopause Foundation of Canada Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Years of Menopause Medicine with Dr. Shafeena Premji: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:40:49 | |
What Would Dr. Premji Do? Before menopause was having a moment, before celebrities were talking about it, before it was cool - Dr. Shafeena Premji was already deep in the trenches helping women navigate perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause. As one of Canada's earliest certified menopause practitioners (2015) and a board member of the Canadian Menopause Society, she's seen it all. Thousands of patients. Every symptom combination. Every misconception. Every treatment - success and failure. This isn't theoretical knowledge - this is a decade of real women, real problems, and real solutions. In This Episode
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Dr. Shafeena Premji Dr. Shafeena Premji is a nationally recognized family physician and menopause care leader dedicated to advancing women's health through compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized care. With over a decade of experience, she has built an impactful career as the Founder and Medical Director of three women’s health–focused clinics, including her most recent one, "Milestone – Menopause Centre of Southern Alberta", a visionary center created to provide comprehensive, community-based menopause care rooted in validation, education, and empowerment. A Certified Menopause Society Practitioner since 2015 and a Board Member of the Canadian Menopause Society since 2020, Dr. Premji is committed to reshaping how menopause is understood, treated, and experienced in Canada. She also serves on the Medical Advisory Board of the Menopause Foundation of Canada, where she contributes to national advocacy, policy development, and public education. Links for this episode Dr. Shafeena Premji on Instagram Dr. Shafeena Premji on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Challenging Beauty Standards with Andrea Claire: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:43:10 | |
We refuse to play by rules written by an industry that sees dollar signs in our self-doubt. We're breaking up with the lie that our worth diminishes with each birthday candle, and we're here for the rebellion. In today's episode we're flipping the script on society's ridiculous beauty standards. Meet Andrea Claire, makeup artist and licensed hairstylist with 35+ years in the beauty industry. She's our beauty industry insider turned rebel, boldly declaring what we've all been thinking: the beauty "rules" for women over 40 are complete bullshit. Through her bold podcast "The F*ck You 50s," Andrea's dismantling the beauty myths that have kept us small, challenging society's bullshit beauty standards, and empowering women to age unapologetically. In This Episode
Whether you're rocking your gray hair, white-knuckling your youth, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help you redefine what it means to age powerfully and beautifully - on YOUR terms. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulva and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Andrea Claire is a hair and makeup artist who has recently said FxCK this… being exhausted by the constant sexism and patriarchy drivel; the OMG - how are YOU in your 50s - you don’t look it! (because how the FxCK does one look in their 50s?!) - the pushing upstream against the ageism downstream while walking to and from set - uphill both ways in the snow… enough she says! Thus the birth of her podcast The FxCK YOU 50s! Aside from getting a little feisty… Andrea’s talent and hard work has presented her with opportunities to work in Toronto, L.A., Paris, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and New York. Andrea has many years of experience both on-camera and behind the scenes in television. She has also co-starred on seven seasons of the makeover shows Canada’s Stylin’ Gypsies and So Chic and has led hair teams for Canadian Idol where she was featured on-air as the Idols’ hairstylist. She has also been seen on Asia's Next Top Model [cycle one] and Cash Cab Asia [celebrity episode]. Andrea has extensive advertising, beauty and editorial portfolios which include campaigns for L’Oreal Paris, Revlon, Lancôme, Neutrogena, Unilever, P & G and editorials in Solstice, Shape, Bazaar, ELLE, L’Officiel, Lucy’s, HUF, Beauty Archive and more. Her celebrity clients include Liv Lo Golding, Henry Golding, Romee Strijd, The Bond Quartet, Sarah Slean, Alanis Morissette, Bill Nighy, Jon Lovitz, Patrick J Adams, Russell Peters, Victoria Loke and Seal to name a few. Andrea’s drive for success and lively, easy-going nature is what makes her so popular among top clientele. Links for this episode
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| Breaking Patterns That Keep You Small: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:54:52 | |
Ever wonder why you keep repeating the same relationship patterns? Why you apologize for everything, even when it's not your fault? Or why you logically understand what needs to change but emotionally can't get there? Dr. Justine Corry, trauma-informed relationship coach and former clinical psychologist, explains why this happens - and how to break free from these patterns for good. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Corry introduces schema therapy, a game-changing approach that looks at patterns rather than symptoms. She explains how childhood experiences create mental frameworks (schemas) that influence how we show up in relationships, and why perimenopause triggers these patterns in overwhelming ways. Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. In this episode
There's always a "why" behind your emotions, even when you can't see it. Let Dr. Corry help you uncover yours. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulvas and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Dr. Justine Corry Dr. Justine Corry is a trauma-informed relationship coach and former clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience guiding women through deep emotional healing. Her superpower? Helping high-achieving, deeply giving women break the patterns that keep them small, silent, and stuck in relationships that no longer fit. Through a powerful blend of schema therapy, nervous system wisdom, and sharp emotional insight, Dr. Corry helps women rebuild self-trust, reclaim their voice, and step into lives where they no longer have to shrink to belong. Her signature 5-step Relationship Reinvention Method guides women to understand their self-sabotaging patterns, prioritise their emotional needs, and create relationships that feel balanced, respectful, and real. What sets Justine apart is her ability to help smart, self-aware women who’ve already done the work bridge the gap between knowing what’s wrong and finally doing something different. Whether they’re navigating the aftermath of divorce or separation or leading in business and life while secretly battling patterns like over-functioning, perfectionism, and people-pleasing, Justine helps women unravel the emotional blueprints that kept them stuck, so they can thrive in love, leadership, and self-trust from the inside out. Dr. Corry’s Signature Program: Your Relationship Reinvention is a 6-month group experience for women navigating life after divorce, separation, or a significant breakup. It’s designed to help you break the patterns that no longer serve you (like people-pleasing, poor boundaries, and over-functioning) so you can rebuild self-trust and create a life that feels grounded, honest, and fully yours. Because the version of you that was in that relationship isn’t the one who’s going to create what comes next, and this next chapter can be your best one yet. Links for this episode
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| Getting Fired Up with Shirley Weir: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:46:29 | |
The OG menopause trailblazer is back on The TIP Podcast to share what she’s been up to. And she’s been busy. In the last year Shirley Weir has launched a new platform called The Nest, a soft place for Menopause Chicks to land and her Facebook group hit 59,0000 members. Shirley worked with the Women’s Health Research Network in BC to support the HER-BC study, investigating the health experiences of midlife women and the impacts of menopause. She created Speak Menopause, to help us focus on the agency we each have when it comes to decisions about our own health. And never one to rest on her laurels, on her birthday she crafted a list of the 58 things she wants to see change in women’s health in the next 42 years, before she turns 100. Today she’s giving us a sneak peek and inspiring us to help make her list a reality. In This Episode
We all deserve to feel amazing. Thank you, Shirley, for your dedication to helping us figure out how to make that happen.
Shirley Weir is a women's health advocate, author, and the founder of MenopauseChicks.com. With over a decade of experience in menopause education, Shirley has become a trusted voice in the field, empowering women to take charge of their midlife health journey. Launched in 2012, MenopauseChicks.com has grown into a thriving online community with over 300,000 members, providing evidence-based information and support for women navigating perimenopause and beyond. Shirley's work addresses critical gaps in women's health education, particularly in areas like vaginal health, where her research shows 77% of women have questions but struggle to find reliable answers. A three-time author and TEDx speaker, Shirley has been featured in various media outlets and has even tweeted for Oprah. She hosts a popular podcast and regularly speaks at conferences and corporate events, advocating for menopause-inclusive workplaces. Shirley's mission extends beyond education to developing thoroughly-researched products that address common menopausal concerns. Her ultimate goal? To ensure that every woman has the resources and support to feel amazing during this transformative life stage. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Better Sex in Perimenopause: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:41:35 | |
Sex used to be fun. Now it's either painful, non-existent, or something you do because you feel like you should. Your body doesn't feel like yours anymore, and you're honestly starting to wonder if this is just what happens when you hit midlife. Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich hears this exact story all the time in her Toronto practice. She's a clinical psychologist who specializes in sex and couples therapy, and women show up to her office feeling broken, ashamed, and pretty convinced that their sexual life is basically over. But after years of working with women going through perimenopause and menopause, she's got a totally different take on things. Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. In This Episode
Plus, Dr. Arielle gives us the inside scoop on:
The changes you're experiencing? They're real, but they don't have to be permanent. And the solutions are way more comprehensive than most people realize. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulvas and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich is a Clinical Psychologist licensed with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and Quebec. She studied psychology in Montreal, where she completed a doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D) from the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). Additionally, she completed clinical training at the Sex and Couple Therapy Service at the Allen Memorial Institute. She is the Founder Clinical Director of Anna & Salomon: Sex and Couples Health, a comprehensive care clinic for individuals and couples navigating the complexities of sexual and relational health. In her practice, she provides inclusive Sex and Couples Therapy using a combination of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She offers specialized services to address communication challenges, infidelity, and transitions into parenthood, from fertility to perinatal and postpartum care. Additionally, she offers dedicated support for those experiencing intimacy-related challenges during or after oncology treatments. She strives to foster connection, healing, and resilience for every stage of life. Her virtual practice services clients located across Ontario and Quebec, including Toronto (GTA), Montreal and Ottawa. Therapy can be provided in English and in French. Links for this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lume Minute: Are There Other Reasons to Take Hormone Therapy Besides the Approved List? | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:05:46 | |
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is: Are there other reasons to take hormone therapy besides the approved list? In this episode, you'll discover:
Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicated menopause program that provides personalized support, medical guidance, and lifestyle optimization education to help you manage symptoms, improve your well-being, and thrive during this life stage. Every week, the team at Lume Women + Health will be dropping into our podcast to answer one of your questions. Be sure to follow our podcast so that you never miss these Lume Minutes. Find ‘This Is Perimenopause, the podcast’ wherever you listen to your favorites. Episode Links Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Suffering Is Optional: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 28 May 2025 | 00:45:54 | |
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. **Correction** Dr. Jen mentions a breast cancer risk of 8/1,000 in this episode; she meant 8/10,000.
"Vaginal estrogen should just be over the counter at this point," says Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky. This is just one of the many facts she shares that'll change how you think about menopause care. As the clinical director of women's health at MedCan Toronto, Dr. Jen isn't just pushing back against outdated medical beliefs—she's showing us how women are suffering needlessly because doctors are treating menopause based on fear instead of facts. With incredible clarity and genuine compassion, Dr. Jen connects the dots between your hot flashes, middle-of-the-night wake-ups, and anxiety attacks, giving you the evidence-based insights to get better care from a medical system that has let women down. "Hormone therapy is held to a higher standard than literally any other treatment out there," she points out, and her breakdown of the double standards will leave you nodding along and ready to take action. In This Episode
Whether you're just starting to notice changes or you've achieved menopause, Dr. Jen's holistic approach and straight-talk will help you advocate for the care you deserve. Because as she puts it, "Menopause is inevitable, but suffering is completely optional." This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulva and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is a certified Menopause Specialist and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health at Medcan Toronto. She is helping women better understand their bodies and advocate for their needs in the Canadian Healthcare system. She is also the mom of 2 amazing daughters and 3 fur babies. Links for this episode
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| Lume Minute: Testosterone Replacement for Perimenopausal Women | 21 May 2025 | 00:04:18 | |
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: I have heard about testosterone replacement for women. What is it for? In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicated menopause program that provides personalized support, medical guidance, and lifestyle optimization education to help you manage symptoms, improve your well-being, and thrive during this life stage. Every other week, the team at Lume Women + Health will be dropping into our podcast to answer one of your questions. Be sure to follow our podcast so that you never miss these Lume Minutes. Find ‘This Is Perimenopause, the podcast’ wherever you listen to your favorites. Episode Links Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Better Poop: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 14 May 2025 | 00:44:23 | |
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Today we’re talking about something we all do but rarely discuss: pooping. In this episode, pelvic floor physiotherapist Aliya Dhalla helps us unclench and get real about bowel health. From constipation confessions to hemorrhoid horror stories, we're flushing away the taboos and getting down to business. Got insufferable hemorrhoids? Are you a twice-a-day pooper, or someone who struggles to go more than once a week? Or are you just wondering if your pooping habits are normal. This episode has all the bowel health insights you need. In this episode:
So, stop holding it in and join us for a conversation about bathroom anxiety, hemorrhoids, squatty potties, and optimizing your output. Because everybody poops. And with Aliya's practical advice, you'll learn how to work with your body's natural rhythms for smoother, more satisfying bathroom visits. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulva and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
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| Lume Minute: Why Can’t I Sleep in Perimenopause? | 07 May 2025 | 00:05:22 | |
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate from one of our listeners is, why can't I sleep anymore? Why don't I sleep through the night? Why am I waking at 3 a.m. all the time? In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicated menopause program that provides personalized support, medical guidance, and lifestyle optimization education to help you manage symptoms, improve your well-being, and thrive during this life stage. Every other week, the team at Lume Women + Health will be dropping into our podcast to answer one of your questions. Be sure to follow our podcast so that you never miss these Lume Minutes. Find ‘This Is Perimenopause, the podcast’ wherever you listen to your favorites. Episode Links Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| The Menopause Playbook: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:49:48 | |
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. "It's not just about HRT or not...it's about realizing that the landscape has changed, and the playbook has changed. Full stop." Powerful words from Dr. Kirsten Smith set the stage for an enlightening conversation about what women really need during the menopause transition. Drawing on her extensive 15+ years of experience as a naturopathic doctor specializing in women's hormonal health, Dr. Smith challenges the simplistic narratives around hormone therapy and offers insights you likely won't hear in a standard medical appointment. In This Episode:
Dr. Smith expands the conversation beyond hormones to address the complete picture of women's health during this transition, acknowledging that midlife health "does require more work.” But she also offers the reassurance that perfection isn't required—just consistent attention to the foundations of health. Whether you're currently on hormone therapy, considering it, or seeking alternatives, this conversation provides important information to help you advocate for yourself and make informed decisions about your health. This podcast is brought to you by IRIS. Daily care products made with clean ingredients for hydrated vulva and vaginas. Use code TIP20 for 20% off at lovemyIRIS.com.
Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND | MSCP (cand.) | Visionary Women’s Health Expert | Integrative Hormone Specialist For over 16 years, Dr. Kirsten Smith has redefined care for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, blending cutting-edge evidence-informed science with the wisdom of naturopathic medicine. Her pioneering work bridges the gap between conventional diagnostics and holistic healing, offering women a third path - one where bioidentical hormones (HRT), targeted nutrition, and evidence-backed botanicals work in harmony to restore vitality. Based between Ontario’s forests and Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, Dr. Smith aims for the balance she teaches: mornings analyzing menopause research and doing patient consults, afternoons surfing with her son. This synergy of science and nature fuels her mission to reclaim midlife as a launchpad for women - not an expiration date. Dr. Smith's mission goes beyond treating patients; her legacy is cultivating a movement where women approach menopause with knowledge and agency, not fear. By mentoring practitioners and advocating for systemic change, she hopes future generations will inherit a healthcare model that honours hormonal transitions as important times in a woman's life that deserve, research, training and care. ️ Links for this episode Dr. Kirsten Smith on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lume Minute: What Are The Health Canada Approved Indications for Hormone Therapy? | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:07:03 | |
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is: What are the Health Canada approved indications for hormone therapy? In this episode, you'll discover:
Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicated menopause program that provides personalized support, medical guidance, and lifestyle optimization education to help you manage symptoms, improve your well-being, and thrive during this life stage. Every week, the team at Lume Women + Health will be dropping into our podcast to answer one of your questions. Be sure to follow our podcast so that you never miss these Lume Minutes. Find ‘This Is Perimenopause, the podcast’ wherever you listen to your favorites. Have a question? Send us a message at hello@thisisperimenopause.com and we’ll get you an answer. Episode Links Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Perimenopause - A Beautiful Hot Mess: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:45:19 | |
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Imagine a menopause practitioner who says hormone change can actually be fun. Meet Dr. Kara Dionisio, a naturopathic doctor who describes her work as "helping hormone change not suck." In this candid and refreshing conversation, Dr. Kara unpacks what she calls "the art of clinical practice" – where medical guidelines meet real women's lives. With humor and depth, Dr. Kara explains why your perimenopause experience deserves personalized care rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, and offers practical strategies you can implement right away. In This Episode:
Whether you're just noticing the first signs of change or deep in the hormone hurricane, this episode reminds us that while perimenopause can be challenging, it's also an opportunity to reclaim your health and reimagine your future. Because as Dr. Kara emphasizes, "Suffering is not an option."
Dr Kara Dionysio Bio Dr. Kara Dionisio, ND, MSCP, is a Naturopathic Doctor and menopause nerd who brings evidence-based care, strategic education, and fierce advocacy to midlife health. Menopause is her magic—and she believes midlife is a time to rise. As founder of Dr. Kara & Associates in Owen Sound, Ontario, Kara has supported thousands through the menopause transition with personalized, evidence-informed care—continually redefining the art of comprehensive support (no one-trick ponies here), where each woman gains the agency to be the author of her own menopause story. A trailblazer in her field, Kara holds a BSc and MSc in Nutrition & Metabolism, and was among the first Naturopathic Doctors in North America to earn the Menopause Society Certified Practitioner designation, inspiring many to follow. She teaches clinical menopause education in academic and professional settings and leads the Confident Clinician Menopause Fellowship, now in its third year. She lives in Owen Sound with her two feisty kids, a red-bearded Irish dude, and a beagle with main-character energy. Kara believes thriving midlife women can (and should) rule the world—and she’s here for it. Links for this episode
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| Lume Minute: Supplements for Perimenopause | 09 Apr 2025 | 00:02:46 | |
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: Which supplements are best for me to prioritize and for what? In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicated menopause program that provides personalized support, medical guidance, and lifestyle optimization education to help you manage symptoms, improve your well-being, and thrive during this life stage. Every other week, the team at Lume Women + Health will be dropping into our podcast to answer one of your questions. Be sure to follow our podcast so that you never miss these Lume Minutes. Find ‘This Is Perimenopause, the podcast’ wherever you listen to your favorites. Episode Links Connect with Mikelle & Michelle at This is Perimenopause
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| Career Survival Through the Menopause Years: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:46:28 | |
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Is perimenopause threatening to derail your career just when you're hitting your stride? Time to flip that script. Today's guests, Lauren Glazer and Salima Valji, are executive coaches who discovered a troubling pattern: successful women at their career peak were being derailed by perimenopause and menopause symptoms, often suffering in silence and leaving the workforce as a result of their symptoms. Their response? Creating M Power, a revolutionary platform helping women thrive through "the change" while staying at the top of their game. Whether you're navigating hot flashes during presentations or dealing with brain fog in the boardroom, their insights will help you reclaim your confidence and power. In this episode, you’ll learn:
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Lauren Glazer Bio Lauren Glazer is a leadership coach who helps emerging and experienced leaders become even more thoughtful, intentional and resilient—prepared to take on new roles and business challenges, capable of deftly navigating uncharted waters and poised to guide and empower their own people to do the same. Leveraging over two decades of experience in team and brand building, she helps individuals, teams and organizations with a multidisciplinary perspective, deep sensitivity and voracious curiosity. Having experienced surgical menopause in her mid-40s, Lauren has firsthand knowledge of this roller coaster journey. She created MPower to help women take charge of “the change” so they can continue to share their considerable skills and expertise while experiencing fulfillment and joy. Salima Valji Bio Salima Valji is an internationally sought-after speaker, thought- leader and certified executive coach on leadership topics related to advancing women and people of color. Salima was recently awarded the 2023 recipient of The World of Difference award by The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) recognizing her impact to women’s economic empowerment. Additional awards include Top 100 Speakers 2023 by Women in Tech, and Global Women Power Leaders 2024 by White Page International. Salima experienced menopause unexpectedly and realized there was a serious gap in resources and community support for executives navigating this life phase. She created MPower to fill that void, empowering leaders to thrive through menopause and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||