Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally
***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?!? — 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.:) --- 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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Eighty to ninety percent of the women I talk to tell me they’re “eating clean.”
The problem?
They’re following the same “healthy” diet that worked for their 30-year-old metabolism…and hormones.
According to a 2022 study in the Journal of Midlife Health, nearly seven in ten women in perimenopause who report “eating cle...
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Are you eating WAY less and working out WAY more…but the scale just kept going up..and up…and up? 😨
Welcome to midlife!:<
According to the North American Menopause Society, nearly 90% of us experience unwanted weight gain during perimenopause—even when our diet and exercise routine have NOT changed!
In today’s epis...
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If you’ve ever logged into your patient portal, opened up your lab results, and thought, “Great… but what am I even looking at?”—you’re not alone.
According to a Gennev survey, two-thirds of midlife women say their doctors never explain what their hormone numbers actually mean.
In today’s episode, I’m peeling back the ...
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Ever been told, “Your labs are normal,” but you just know something isn’t right?
🙋🏼♀️Yeah, same.:<
Turns out 80% of midlife women experience symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, and weight gain, yet only 25% of us are ever diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance!
In today’s episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on wh...
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Ever wonder why everyone you know seems to be on an antidepressant?
According to the North American Menopause Society, nearly 60 percent of women going through perime...
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Studies show women spend an average of four years dismissing perimenopause symptoms before realizing what’s actually going on.
Four years!!!
That’s 1,460 days of sleepless nights, sweating through your pajamas, and snapping at your partner, your kids, even the dog—because you don’t k...
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Whole grains, hummus, and meatless burgers…what if your go-to “healthy” foods are actually keeping your hormonal symptoms stuck on repeat?
It’s more common than you think–thanks to hormone shifts in midlife that can change how our bodies process certain proteins, sugars, and plant...
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Ever feel like your body is staging a protest while you’re trying to sleep?
In this week’s bonus tip episode, I share 2 quick fixes to help women in perimenopause soothe leg cramps and joint pain, and...
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Sleeping used to be effortless—but then, perimenopause hit. Now, one hot flash or a couple of middle-of-the-night bathroom trips is all it takes to hijack your sleep completely.
It’s not just you. Studies show that up to 80% of women experience sleep issues during menopause. The r...
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What if I told you the biggest threat to your midlife metabolism isn’t your age or your diet—it’s your office chair?
It’s true. Sitting for hours can double your risk for hormone-related metabolic issues in midlife like insulin resistance, fatigue, and stubborn weight gain. Plus, ...
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Hair on point—but your hormones are all over the place?
In this week’s bonus tip episode, I share a hidden hormone disruptor—common in many hairstyling products—that could be quietly wreaking h...
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Still trusting “clean beauty” labels? That might be your first mistake.
From "fragrance" loopholes to endocrine-disrupting chemicals, your skincare, shampoo, deodorant, and toothpaste could be ...
No More Guessing. No More Overwhelm. Just Your Own 30-Day Hormone Game Plan, Customized To You. Book Your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available):https://bit.ly/getyourhormonebreakthru
Tired by 2pm—even after coffee? You’re not alone.
In this week’s NEW bonus tip episode, I’m sharing 3 better-than-coffee energy boosters to help you stay focused and balanced—without the caffe...
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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% S...
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Truth: Half of us in perimenopause never even mention our ho...
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What do you do when the doctor says your labs are “fine”… but you still have no energy, constant brain fog, and weight that just keeps climbing?
That’s exactly where Natalie found herself—tired all the time, b...
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Taking your sleep supplement right before bed might actually be the problem.
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You used to be able to fall asleep before your head hit the pillow.
Now? You’re wide awake at 2 am, drenched in sweat, and wondering why your jeans are getting tighter by the week.
Poor sleep in ...
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First, it was low-fat.
Then it was no carbs.
Then more protein…
And finally, “just eat intuitively.”
No wonder more than half of us in perimenopause feel totally confuse...
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