This Is Perimenopause

This episode was recorded as part of Podcasthon 2025, a global initiative raising awareness for charities worldwide and inspiring millions of listeners to care, act, and make a difference.

For our contribution, we are dedicating this episode to The Menopause Foundation of Canada and are grateful to its President and Co-Founder, Janet...

Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:

A family member had breast cancer. Can I take hormone therapy?

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Hormone therapy is still an option if a family member had breast cancer

In this conversation, Angela Johnson, CEO and co-founder of sanoLiving, shares how her menopausal journey prompted her to come out of retirement to create a comprehensive menopause care platform. She discusses the importance of holistic care, the role of health coaches, and the integration of AI in providing accessible support for women navigating perimenopause and beyond.

Lume Minute: Bioidentical Hormones for Perimenopause

Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: Are bioidentical hormones better?

In this Lume Minute, you'll discov...

Ever felt like your world turned upside down overnight? When Dwania Peele, entrepreneur and founder of Canadian Small Business Women, received a breast cancer diagnosis during the pandemic, she found herself navigating not just cancer treatment, but severe menopausal symptoms. In this powerful conversation, Dwania shares her journey through cancer-induced menopause while running a succes...

Is the DUTCH Test a reliable screening method?

In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:

• What the Dutch is
• Why it's not reliable for determining menopause status
• The test's popularity versus its clinical value
• Why tracking symptoms is more valuable than expensive testing

Lume Women + Health will be opening soon! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out thei...

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Experiencing painful sex? Dealing with recurring UTIs and unexpected dryness? Burning or itching ‘down there’ that's driving you crazy? Feeling confused about changes in your vulva or vagina? Wondering if what you're experiencing is normal? This episode is your roadmap to better vulvar and vaginal health.

Join us for an honest, educationa...

Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:

What Can I Expect from a Menopause Appointment with My Doctor?

In this episode, you'll discover:

• What a good review of symptoms looks like
• The importance of your medical history
• That blood work is not always necessary
• You should expect a variety of treatment options, shared decision making and personalized treatment options

Lume Women + Health is now open! They understand the unique ch...

In this episode, Stefanie Peachey delves into the complexities of intimate partner violence, highlighting how abuse can be psychological, emotional, and financial; not just physical. She shares the challenges that victims face in recognizing abusive relationships and the dangerous realities of leaving.

Stefanie also addresses misconceptions around intimate partner violence, the isolation many victims experience, and the im...

Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is:

I don't get periods anymore. I have an IUD or I've had a hysterectomy. How do I know if I'm in menopause?

In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:

• Why menopause diagnosis may not matter
• Key menopause symptoms/markers
• FSH blood testing explained
• If your period return after you remove your IUD

Lume Women + Health is open now! They understand the unique challenges women...

We promise this conversation will change your life. Tired of diets that leave you hungry, deprived, and right back where you started? Meet Gina Livy, founder of The Livy Method, a game-changing program that's revolutionizing weight loss - and trust us, we've seen it all!

This isn't your typical diet. No weighing food, no counting calories, and no deprivation (wine lovers, rejoice!). The Livy Method succeeds where othe...

Are you dealing with endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain or painful sex? Then tune into this candid, inspiring conversation with Rachel Bartholomew. Diagnosed with cervical cancer at just 28, Rachel's world was turned upside down. But she turned her experience into a company that is revolutionizing pelvic health care.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The shock of a cervical cancer diagnosis at 28 and the importance of regula...

Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate is:

I want my hormones checked. Will this be helpful?

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why testing for menopause is not recommended
• When bloodwork might be indicated
• When measuring follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is helpful

Lume Women + Health will be opening soon! They understand the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and beyond. Be sure to check out their dedicate...

Menopause is having a moment right now, but Shirley Weir has been leading the charge since 2012 when she founded Menopause Chicks. Shirley has spent over a decade providing women with evidence-based information and a supportive community during this transformative life stage.

Today, Shirley shares her personal journey from an overwhelmed perimenopausal woman to a passionate health advocate. She offers practical advice for navigating...