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***TOP 1.5% GLOBAL PODCAST***
The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally
Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam.
What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again!
Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜)
Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!?
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Hello Friend.
(Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:) Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.
I’m Monica Lane Topete, Certified Nutrition & Health Life Coach, Peri+ Menopause Educator, and Natural Hormone Balance Expert. And I’m on a mission to help women in midlife balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!)
It wasn’t too long ago when perimenopause came crashing through my door with a ton of luggage (‘cuz she was prepared to stay for A WHILE!) I remember how overwhelmed, anxious, and pretty much clueless I was about what was happening to my body…and how desperate I was for a diagnosis! But, after SEVERAL visits to my doctor who gave me a clean bill of health and lab results that came back “within normal range,” I finally decided to take my health into my own hands.
I spent OVER A YEAR combing through PubMed research studies, taking online courses in naturopathy and functional and integrative medicine, and becoming my own human guinea pig to crack the hormone code and create a research-based program to balance my hormones naturally, put the kibosh on my most frustrating perimenopause symptoms, and lose stubborn weight–and keep it off–for more than 10 years!
And now, I want to share it with you.
Join me as I demystify the hormonal transition in midlife and spill the ”tea” on what to expect when you’re expecting perimenopause…and beyond. From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, that’s a thing!), I’ll unpack all the ”weird stuff” going on inside our midlife bodies, plus give you the latest science and holistic solutions to balance it all.
There IS a way you can balance your hormones that doesn’t involve band-aid solutions like antidepressants or birth control pills (which are a BIG mistake! HUGE!)...and that only provide temporary relief without fixing the root problem.
In this podcast, you’ll learn how to:
- End painful periods, menstrual headaches, and PMS
- Improve your sleep, reduce night sweats, and increase your overall energy
- Reduce hormonal depression and anxiety–WITHOUT meds!
- Alleviate symptoms of inflammation like joint pain, hair loss, gut issues, and allergies
- Move the scale on stubborn weight and belly fat (and never starve yourself again!)
- Talk to your partner about perimenopause (without sounding like you’re totally insane!)
It’s TIME to take back control of your hormones and show ‘em who’s boss...so you can reclaim your confidence and feel like 'you ' again.
...Without ever stepping foot inside a doctor’s office or resorting to crazy hormone pellets.
No need to make an appointment or even change outta your PJs. Just come as you are and join me every Tuesday as we discuss ALL things hormones in midlife–with a bit of saucy humor.
(‘Cuz laughing is better than crying, unless it makes you pee.:)
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Next Steps:
Take the First Step to Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Hormone hacks, recipes, lifestyle tips, and behind the scenes stuff I don't share anywhere else! https://areyoutheremidlife.com/
Connect With 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.
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Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
No More Guesswork. No More Labwork. Just your own personal hormone game plan, customized to you. Book your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/getyourhormonebreakthru
What if the reason you're really exhausted, restless, or lying awake at 2am… is your morning coffee?
Sounds crazy, right?...but multiple studies show that women metabolize caffeine up to 40% SLOWER in perimenopause.
Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on why caffeine hits harder in midlife and 5 simple hacks to make your daily cup a little more hormone-friendly—without giving it up completely.
In this episode, we‘ll address your most commonly asked questions, including:
✅ Why does coffee make me feel more anxious in my 40s?
✅ Is it bad to drink coffee on an empty stomach?
✅ How long does caffeine stay in your system in perimenopause?
✅ Does declining estrogen impact how I process caffeine?
✅ What’s the best time to stop drinking coffee for better sleep after 40?
✅ Why am I still tired after drinking coffee?
✅ What are some signs my coffee habit is stressing out my hormones?
✅ Is Coffee Mate bad for my hormones?
✅ What can I put in my coffee to avoid spiking my blood sugar?
If your morning coffee gives you more anxiety than energy—this episode’s for you!
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Next Step:
No More Guesswork. No More Labwork. Just your own personal hormone game plan, customized to you. Book your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/getyourhormonebreakthru
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Back-2-Hormone Basics Episodes:
EP 87 | “Why Am I So Tired, Foggy, and Moody?” 5 Signs Your Body Is Fighting Inflammation & Needs a Detox to Balance Hormones: https://pod.fo/e/317515
EP 86 | You'll Never Fix Your Perimenopause Symptoms Until You Address This... [AYTM Flashback]: https://pod.fo/e/3113b1
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Resources:
Do You Have A Hormone Imablance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/
Tired of Tossing and Turning? Grab my FREE “Better Sleep After 40” Supplement Cheat Sheet: https://monicalanetopete.kit.com/sleepbetter
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.
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