This Is Perimenopause: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Menopause isn't the end, it's just the beginning. Hosts Michelle and Mikelle are on a mission to help others be better informed than they were when they started their perimenopause journeys. The podcast is a blend of health, education, mindset, and personal growth. Michelle and Mikelle, along with their guests, are sharing real-life stories and expert advice to help you navigate perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
Episodes
Sex used to be fun. Now it's either painful, non-existent, or something you do because you feel like you should. Your body doesn't feel like yours anymore, and you're honestly starting to wonder if this is just what happens when you hit midlife.
Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich hears this exact story all the time in her Toronto practice. Sh...
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:
Are there other reasons to take hormone therapy besides the approved list?
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Hormone therapy is not a panacea and requires a nuanced approach
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
**Correction** Dr. Jen mentions a breast cancer risk of 8/1,000 in this episode; she meant 8/10,000.
"Vaginal estrogen should just be over the counter at this point," says Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky. This is just one of the many facts she shares that'll cha...
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: I have heard about testosterone replacement for women. What is it for?
In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
- The truth about testosterone research
- Testosterone's role in libido
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
Today we’re talking about something we all do but rarely discuss: pooping. In this episode, pelvic floor physiotherapist Aliya Dhalla helps us unclench and get real about bowel health.
From constipation confes...
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate from one of our listeners is, why can't I sleep anymore? Why don't I sleep through the night? Why am I waking at 3 a.m. all the time?
In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
- The variety of symptoms
- Read more
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
"It's not just about HRT or not...it's about realizing that the landscape has changed, and the playbook has changed. Full stop."
Powerful words from Dr. Kirsten Smith set the stage for an enlightening conversation about what women really need during the menopause transition. Drawing on her extensive...
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:
What are the Health Canada approved indications for hormone therapy?
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The approved indications for hormone therapy in Canada are limited to three main a...
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
Imagine a menopause practitioner who says hormone change can actually be fun. Meet Dr. Kara Dionisio, a naturopathic doctor who describes her work as "helping hormone change not suck."
In this candid and refre...
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is:
Which supplements are best for me to prioritize and for what?
In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
- Supplement safety considerations
- Read more
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
Is perimenopause threatening to derail your career just when you're hitting your stride? Time to flip that script. Today's guests, Lauren Glazer and Salima Valji, are executive coaches who discovered a troubling pattern: successful women at their career peak were ...
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate is: Is there a way to manage weight gain related to menopause?
In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:
- Why menopausal weight gain occurs
- How protein can help
- Read more
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
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...
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
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
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 co...
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...
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
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 menopau...
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...
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.
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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 ex...
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
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