14: Navigating Perimenopause & Menopause: Real Talk on Hormones, Health, and Happiness with Guest Carin Luna-Ostaseski

Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause: Real Talk on Hormones, Health, and Happiness

Welcome to another empowering episode of Moving Mountains in Three Inch Heels with your host, Julia Jordan! 🌟 In today's episode, Julia sits down with Carin Luna-Ostaseski, a successful entrepreneur, women's wellness advocate, and the founder of 🔥 Hot or Just Me? Together, they dive deep into the realities of perimenopause and menopause, offering real talk on hormone health, wellness, and how women can thrive during this transformative stage of life. 

In This Episode, You'll Learn About: 

• Perimenopause & Menopause: Understand the biological changes and symptoms women experience during this transition. From hot flashes to mood swings, we're breaking it all down so you can take control. 🌱

• Hormone Health & HRT: Carin and Julia share their personal experiences with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and why it's essential to personalize your approach to hormone health. 

• Finding the Right Doctor: The importance of working with menopause-certified healthcare providers who can offer the care and support you deserve during this pivotal time. 🩺

• Reinventing Yourself After 40: If you're in your 40s or beyond, you have a great opportunity to reinvent yourself. Carin shares how she built her second act, and how you can too—starting with self-care and prioritizing your passions. 💼✨

• Mental Health During Menopause: Anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation are real struggles for many women in perimenopause and menopause. Carin emphasizes the importance of mental health support and taking proactive steps to care for yourself. 🧠💖 

Key Resources Shared in the Episode:

• Menopause.org: A fantastic resource for finding certified menopause practitioners and exploring your options. 🌐

• HotorJustMe.com: Carin's wellness platform offering a personalized quiz to help women identify the right products for their symptoms and access solutions that make a difference. 🔥💁‍♀️

• ThePauseLife.com Dr. Marie Claire Haver: An insightful book about menopause and hormone health, packed with practical advice. 📚

• FunctionHealth.com: A service offering comprehensive blood panels to track hormone levels, thyroid health, and other key markers. 🩸

• NationalInstituteOfMentalHealth-SuicidePrevention : If you or someone you know needs this resource, please reach out.

• Or dial 988 SuicideAndCrisisLifeline

• Period.org : To learn more or donate

Exclusive Offer:
Carin is offering an exclusive 10% discount on all products at Hot or Just Me with the code JuliaIn3 🎉

Takeaways from This Episode:

• Aging is a privilege! 🌿 Aging doesn't mean slowing down—it's about stepping into a new #era with confidence and purpose.

• Be proactive! Take charge of your hormone health, seek out the right doctors, and start your wellness journey early. 💪

• You're not alone. Menopause and perimenopause are a shared experience for all women. Let's break the stigma and support each other! 💗

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