Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica. | Balance Hormones Naturally in Perimenopause, Menopause for Women Over 40

63 | 👉 THIS! My Exact 3-Step System for Balancing Your Hormones Naturally in Perimenopause & Menopause

Do You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Stop The Guesswork, Balance Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply for My Program, “Master Your Midlife Hormones”: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

😵‍💫 Are you waking up exhausted, no matter how much you sleep? Clothes suddenly feeling tighter, …even though you’re eating the same and working out? Snapping at your partner lately for breathing too loud? 🙃 If perimenopause or menopause has you feeling like a moody, tired, sleep-deprived “blob” you’re not alone.

Nearly 85% of women in midlife experience hormone-related symptoms, but the majority of us report feeling unsupported and unsure of where to turn for real solutions. 

The problem isn’t your willpower, your workouts, or even your age. The problem is that most of us are searching for hormone balance “solutions” when what we actually need is a SYSTEM.

🚨 In this episode, I’m breaking down my EXACT 3-step method to balance hormones naturally—so you can stop chasing symptoms and finally start feeling like yourself again.

In this episode, you will learn:

✔️ Why most diets, supplements, and hormone “hacks” fail—and what your body actually needs to get real results

✔️ The truth about detoxing—and why your liver, gut, and lymphatic system hold the key to hormone health

✔️ Why eating “healthy” isn’t enough—and how your diet could be blocking hormone production 

✔️ The missing nutrients that are essential for hormone production, but most women don’t get enough of

✔️ Why your hormones keep yo-yoing—and the one thing that’s keeping you stuck in the same cycle.

✔️ The daily habit that matters just as much as your diet when it comes to hormone balance

If you feel like your body is working against you, no matter how hard you try, this episode is for you.

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Next Steps:

 

Do You Have A Hormonal Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment and Find Out!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

 

Stop The Guesswork, Balance Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply for My Program, “Master Your Midlife Hormones”: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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Episodes mentioned on the podcast:

EP 56 | The 3 Biggest Lies About Hormone Imbalance In Perimenopause & Menopause: https://pod.fo/e/29dcf2

EP 57 | How Can I Have a Hormone Imbalance If My Blood Work Is Normal?: https://pod.fo/e/2a1b75

EP 59 | 5 Things You Need To Know When Googling Solutions for Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms: https://pod.fo/e/2a876e

EP 61  | How Did I Get HERE? 6 Root Causes of Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause: https://pod.fo/e/2ae786

EP 62  | What Are You Missing? 4 Reasons Why What You’re Doing Isn’t Working to Balance Your Hormones in Perimenopause & Menopause: https://pod.fo/e/2b1bd8

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Want to Connect? Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

 

62 | What Am I Missing? 4 Reasons Why What You’re Doing Isn’t Working to Balance Your Hormones in Perimenopause & Menopause

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply to Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

So you’ve read all the books. Listened to all the podcasts. Cut out dairy, sugar, caffeine, gluten—basically all joy.

 

But here you are… still exhausted, still bloated, still waking up at 3 a.m. drenched in sweat, wondering why your hormones are glitching like a bad iOS update.

 

If you’re starting to think that balancing hormones naturally is a myth, you're not alone.

 

Because, according to a recent survey, 62% of all women in perimenopause admitted still feeling stuck with nagging symptoms despite having tried MULTIPLE treatments!!!

 

There’s a reason why so many of us hop from one hormone solution to the next, only to still feel like we’re trapped in a body that’s working against us.

 

And in today’s episode, I’m breaking down 4 reasons why what you’re doing isn’t working—and the one shift you need to make to balance your hormones and get your energy and body back.

 

In this episode, you will learn:

✔️ Why treating symptoms instead of root causes is keeping you stuck—and how to finally address what’s really driving your hormone imbalance.

 

✔️ The impact of our stress and gut health on balancing hormones—and why ignoring these two key hormone disruptors could be making your symptoms worse.

 

✔️ Why balancing hormones isn’t about “fixing” one thing—it’s about addressing the deeper chain reactions happening inside your body.

 

✔️ The #1 mistake women make when trying to balance their hormones naturally—and why it could be keeping you stuck in a cycle of symptoms.

 

✔️ Why hormone balance isn’t a “do everything at once” approach—and why focusing on the right thing first is the key to lasting relief.

 

If you’ve been doing everything “right” but still feel like nothing is changing, this episode is for you.

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Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again! Apply to Work With Me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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Episodes mentioned on the podcast:

 

EP 1 | How Do I Know If I'm In Perimenopause?: https://pod.fo/e/2297e9

 

EP 59 | 5 Things You Need To Know When Googling Solutions for Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms: https://pod.fo/e/2a876e

 

EP 61  | How Did I Get HERE? 6 Root Causes of Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause: https://pod.fo/e/2ae786

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Want to Connect? Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

61 | How Did I Get HERE? 6 Root Causes of Hormone Imbalance in Perimenopause & Menopause

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

 

Ever stopped to ask yourself… "Why are my hormones suddenly so out of control?"

 

Like, why could you eat whatever you wanted in your 20s or 30s, but now, just looking at a plate of pasta feels like an automatic five-pound weight gain?

 

Or why has sleep become so elusive you’d have better luck finding a lost AirPod in your couch cushions?

 

The truth is: hormone imbalance doesn’t just happen overnight (even if it feels like it.)

 

Aging and shifting hormones play a big role, but there are deeper, underlying factors that help to tip the scales.

 

Today, I’m diving into the six root causes of hormone imbalance in midlife. 

 

In this episode, you will learn:

 

✔ Why your hormones don’t just flip a switch overnight (and what part lifestyle plays in triggering hormone imbalance)

✔ How even one bad night of sleep can negatively impact your metabolism, blood sugar, and hormones

✔ Which sneaky ingredient in your personal care products mimics estrogen and can disrupt your entire endocrine system 

 

✔ Why your go-to workout could be secretly spiking your cortisol, making hormone imbalances worse

✔ The connection between what you eat and how hormones function (Hint: it’s so much more than just eliminating sugar or gluten)

✔ How your gut’s “recycling” system might be putting excess  hormones back into circulation in your body

If you’re done playing whack-a-mole with your symptoms and want to understand the real root causes of hormone imbalance, this episode is for you.

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Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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Episodes mentioned on the podcast:

 

EP 6 | What Foods Cause Hormonal Imbalance Symptoms?: 10 "Healthy" Foods To Avoid: https://pod.fo/e/231a75

EP 14 | Is Estrogen Dominance Causing Your Hormonal Weight Gain? 3 Quick Tips To Move The Scale: https://pod.fo/e/23e32f

EP 17 | The Hidden Cause of Hormonal Weight Gain in Women Over 40: Adrenal Fatigue https://pod.fo/e/243891

EP 26 | Sleepless in Menopause: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 Natural Sleep Aids for Better ZZZ’s: https://pod.fo/e/2530cf

EP 39 | Irritable? Having Trouble Sleeping? Dealing With Chronic Low Energy Or Fatigue?...Why It Might Be Time for A Liver Detox: https://pod.fo/e/26cb77

EP 57 | How Can I Have a Hormone Imbalance If My Blood Work Is Normal?: https://pod.fo/e/2a1b75

 

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Want to Connect? Email Me monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

 

60 | Lost That Loving Feeling? 4 Tips To Get Your Libido Back In Perimenopause & Menopause [AYTM Flashback]

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

 

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

Did you know that 57% of ALL women ages 40-80 feel like we’re not having enough sex?

Between relationship conflicts, boredom, stress, and the fact that our hormones are tanking faster than our willpower near a bread basket, it’s no wonder our idea of the perfect Valentine’s Day has morphed into eating dark chocolate alone in our sweatpants while watching crime documentaries!

The truth is, perimenopause and menopause don’t just mess with our energy, weight, and mood—they can straight-up murder our libido. Low estrogen, tanking testosterone, and skyrocketing cortisol are a recipe for zero desire, vaginal dryness, and feeling about as sexy as a potato.

But here’s the good news: you can absolutely get your sex drive back.

In today’s episode, I’m diving into the Are You There, Midlife? Podcast vault to share one of my most popular episodes from a “Love & Hormones” series I hosted with my husband, Rick, back in May.

In this episode, you will learn:

✅ How shifting hormones, aging, and the stage of your relationship impact your libido

✅ The 4 biggest myths about sex in perimenopause and menopause (including the one that shocked me the most!)

✅ The #1 desire killer in relationships and how to stop it from ruining your sex life

✅ Why waiting to ‘feel in the mood’ doesn’t work for most women—and what actually does.

PLUS, four tips to naturally reignite your desire, boost arousal, and improve intimacy…just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Rick and I also get very candid about our own ups and downs in the bedroom(no pun intended) over the past 26 years, including how we’ve navigated dry spells, body image struggles, and keeping things fresh after decades together.

So if you’re dreading Valentine’s Day because the thought of getting naked sounds less appealing than doing laundry… this episode is for you.

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Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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Episodes mentioned on the podcast:

EP 7 | What Husbands Should Know About Perimenopause (And Menopause) https://pod.fo/e/232c24

10 | "Why Do I Hate My Husband?"--Relationship Advice for Couples Navigating Hormonal Imbalance
https://pod.fo/e/237f2e

 

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

Want to Connect? Email Me monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

59 | 5 Things You Need To Know When Googling Solutions for Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

Are you overwhelmed when it comes to researching your perimenopause and menopause symptoms online? 

 

According to a study by 2024 study by Bonafide, 69% of women say everything they know about menopause they learned from first-hand research (which they resorted to after repeatedly getting dismissed by their doctor.)

While the internet is full of valuable information, it’s also packed with misinformation, one-size-fits-all solutions, and advice that may not actually work for your unique hormone needs.

 

So, in today’s episode, I’m breaking down the five things you need to know when researching your perimenopause and menopause symptoms.

 

In this episode, you will learn:

 

• Why two women with the same symptoms may need completely different treatments.

 

• How some popular menopause supplements could be making your symptoms worse.

 

• Why trusting symptoms alone to diagnose a hormone imbalance can lead to the wrong solutions.

 

• How bio-individuality affects hormone balance solutions and why not all remedies work for all women.

 

• The major difference between traditional medicine vs. a holistic approach when it comes to balancing your hormones

 

If you’re tired of DIY-ing your way through your hormone puzzle, piecing together random advice and not getting results, this episode is for you.

 

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Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready To Stop The Guesswork, Fix Your Hormones, And Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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Episodes mentioned on the podcast:

EP 4 | Why Is My Doctor Dismissing My Perimenopause Symptoms?: https://pod.fo/e/22ce7f

EP 8 | Do Hormone Balancing Supplements Work? (Part 1): https://pod.fo/e/233fc7

 

EP 9 | Six Warning Signs Your Supplements for Menopause and Perimenopause Might Be a Scam (Part 2): https://pod.fo/e/237907

EP 58 | Quick Hormone Fixes: Which Ones Work for Balancing Hormones... And Which Ones Miss the Mark?: https://pod.fo/e/2a5265

 

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Want to Connect? Email Me monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

 

58 | Quick Hormone Fixes: Which Ones Work for Balancing Hormones... And Which Ones Miss the Mark?

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

 

Hey friend,

When your hormones are out of control, are you willing to try almost anything that promises some relief?

You’re not alone.

According to a 2023 survey by the Global Wellness Institute, more than 70% of women have spent money on a trending hormone solution that didn’t work.

In today’s episode, I’m diving into the TikTok trends and hormone quick fixes that miss the mark, plus proven tips that address the root causes of imbalances including estrogen dominance, elevated cortisol, PCOS, and hypothyroidism.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How gut and liver health, your microbiome, and inflammation influence hormone receptor sensitivity

• Why most women are unknowingly missing a key nutrient that boosts energy and reduces inflammation—and how to fix it.

• The secret to eating bread and pasta without spiking your blood sugar

• How to get glowing skin and a balanced microbiome with a single daily habit

• Which hormone-balancing vitamin 75% of women over age 50 are deficient in

If you’re tired of wasting time and money on solutions that don’t work, this episode is for you.

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Next Steps:

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Apply to work with me: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow

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EP 21 | Age-Related Insulin Resistance: The Sneaky Saboteur of Weight Loss After 40: https://pod.fo/e/24b833

EP 34 | Hormone Hot Topics: Ricezempic-Tiktok’s Ozempic Dupe; Perimenopause & ADHD Symptoms; The Best Exercise for Insomnia; How Many Docs Does It Take to Diagnose Menopause?: https://pod.fo/e/260e67

EP 57 | How Can I Have a Hormone Imbalance If My Blood Work Is Normal?: https://pod.fo/e/2a1b75

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Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

Want to Connect? Email Me monica@monicalanetopete.com

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

 

57 | Blood Work “Normal”? Why You Could Still Have A Hormone Imbalance

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

 

Hey friend,

 

Have you ever been told, “Your labs are normal,” but you just know something isn’t right? 

 

You’re not alone. 

 

Up to 80% of midlife women experience symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, and weight gain, yet only 25% are ever diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance.

 

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking one of the biggest frustrations women face when it comes to our health: why we feel completely out of balance when our blood work says our hormone levels are fine.

 

In this episode, you will learn:

 

• Why excess or deficient hormone levels may not be the cause of symptoms like hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings 

• The role of hormone receptors in regulating hormones during menopause

• The five biggest drivers of hormone receptor dysfunction and how they contribute to hormonal imbalances

• The biggest contributing factor to weight gain in post-menopausal women 

 

If you’re tired of being dismissed by doctors or struggling with unexplained symptoms, this episode is for you.

 

It’s time to stop the guesswork and start feeling better in 2025—beginning today!

 

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Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment:https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Feel Like “You” Again? Sign up for a Hormone Balance Breakthrough Session: https://bit.ly/areyoutheremidlife

 

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Other Podcast Episodes Referenced:

EP 2 | Why Does My Blood Test For Hormones Keep Coming Back "Normal?": https://pod.fo/e/2297e8

EP 56 | The 3 Biggest Lies About Hormone Imbalance In Perimenopause & Menopause: https://pod.fo/e/29dcf2

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Connect With Me:

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Have a Question or Testimonial? Leave Me A Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

 

Interested in Guesting on the Podcast? Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

56 | The 3 Biggest Lies About Hormone Imbalance In Perimenopause & Menopause

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

 

Hey friend,

 

Have you ever felt like you’re invisible when it comes to your health?..

 

According to a 2020 survey by AARP, 45% of women aged 45 to 60 reported not being taken seriously by their primary care doctor when discussing their perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms. That’s almost half of us! 

 

In today’s episode, I’m going to break down the three biggest lies about hormone imbalance during perimenopause and menopause.

 

In this episode you will learn:

 

• Why symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings don't just “go away” on their own.

 

• The go-to birth control method that can mask symptoms without fixing the root cause of hormonal imbalance.

 

• Why HRT may not be the magic bullet it’s often made out to be, and what alternatives can be just as effective?

 

If you're tired of being blown off by doctors or fed one-size-fits-all medical solutions, this episode is for you.

 

It’s time to get out of the hormonal waiting room and uncover the truth about what’s really going on with your hormones and how you can begin to feel better in 2025—starting today.

 

Next Steps:

 

Think You Might Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

 

Ready to Stop The Guesswork & Identify The Root Causes of Your Hormonal Symptoms? Book a FREE Hormone Profile Results Call: https://tidycal.com/mtopete/freehcc

 

EP 3 | What Are The Pros & Cons of Hormone Pellets: https://pod.fo/e/22ae30

 

EP 4 | Why Is My Doctor Dismissing My Perimenopause Symptoms?: https://pod.fo/e/22ce7f

 

EP 14 | Is Estrogen Dominance Causing Your Hormonal Weight Gain? 3 Quick Tips To Move The Scale: https://pod.fo/e/23e32f

 

Have a Question About Hormone Balance? Get It Answered On The Podcast: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife

 

Never Miss A Single Episode! Become An AYTM Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

 

Want to Connect? Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com

 

*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.