THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife

In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m sharing the 5 things I wish every client knew before starting their health and wellness journey with me. As a coach who has helped thousands of women in perimenopause and beyond, I’ve seen firsthand the strategies that set my clients up for success—and the mindsets that hold them back. Whether you’re looking to balance your hormones, lose weight, or simply feel better in your body, these...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m joined by Katie Stewart, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and founder of Katie Stewart Wellness, to uncover the root causes of acne in perimenopause. Katie has a personal connection to this topic—after struggling with stubborn acne for years, she dove into the world of holistic nutrition to discover that clear skin starts from within. Now, she helps women reclaim their confidence and g...

Are you doing all the “right” things—eating clean, exercising, cutting carbs—yet the weight just won’t budge in perimenopause?

In this raw and real episode, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and host Bria Gadd (aka The Period Whisperer) reveals the unspoken truth: if you're not sleeping, constantly fatigued, battling brain fog, experiencing heavy periods or PMS, or dealing with digestive issues like bloating, gas, or cons...

In this must-listen episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m joined by Dr. Cheruba Prabakar, a board-certified OBGYN and minimally invasive surgeon, to talk about a crucial health topic for women in perimenopause: cervical cancer. Dr. Prabakar is here to shed light on the latest developments in cervical cancer screening, including the revolutionary self-collection HPV test—an FDA-approved, less invasive alternative to the traditional P...

Are you tired, wired, snacking all day, and still gaining weight — even though you're eating clean and doing everything ‘right’? You might not be eating enough. In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m sharing the signs I see on labs like the DUTCH Test and thyroid panels that reveal when a woman is chronically under-fueling her body — and how it’s keeping her stuck.

You’ll learn:

 ✔️ The lab markers that show you’re...

In this exclusive episode you get to hear from one of my amazing midlife mojo clients Amanda, a business owner and teacher who came to me at 47 exhausted and overwhelmed. Now, everything has changed.  Tune in to this episode to hear her story, and how amazing she is feeling now, and it will give you hope, direction and some real tips to feeling your best!

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 1. What specific steps helped ...

If you're doing all the right things but still feeling off — tired, foggy, anxious, or stuck — your body might be missing the key nutrients it needs to thrive in perimenopause. In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m breaking down the 4 lab markers that almost no one is testing for: Vitamin D, Zinc, Magnesium, and B12.

You’ll learn:
✔️ What these nutrients do and why they’re crucial for hormone balance
✔️ What low (or h...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m joined by Leisha Drews, RN, FDN-P, and women’s health educator, to dive into a topic that every mother of a teen girl needs to hear: how to support your daughter’s hormone health. Leisha, a holistic hormone coach and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast, shares her expert insights on the challenges young girls face when it comes to their hormones—like acne, painful periods, and mood swin...

Have you been told your labs are ‘normal’ — but you’re still exhausted, losing hair, and struggling to feel like yourself in perimenopause? I’ve been there too. And what I discovered was that most doctors aren't running the right labs — especially when it comes to iron.

In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m breaking down the 4 iron markers every woman in midlife needs to have tested (but probably hasn’t): Ferritin, Serum Iron...

In this powerful episode of The Period Whisperer, I’m joined by Colleen Freeland Kachmann, also known as The Hangover Whisperer and the founder of Emotional Sobriety Coaching. Colleen, an Intuitive Drinking Coach and host of the globally top-ranked It's Not About the Alcohol podcast, dives deep into how women in perimenopause can regain control over their alcohol consumption without relying on the traditional "all or nothing" minds...

Are your symptoms really because of perimenopause — or is something else going on that no one’s told you about?

In this must-listen episode of The Period Whisperer, Bria Gadd, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and expert in hormone health, reveals the 4 symptoms women in midlife often blame on “just hormones” — but are actually red flags of deeper imbalances your body is begging you to notice.

If you’re feeling frustrated,...

In one of my favorite expert interviews on this episode of The Period Whisperer, I chat with Dr. Becca Block, an author, researcher, and executive function coach, about the cognitive challenges women face during perimenopause. Dr. Block, who works with neurodivergent brains, dives into the impact fluctuating estrogen has on brain function and how it can make thinking, remembering, and focusing feel like a struggle. But don’t worry—...

In this empowering episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m diving deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of perimenopause: the hard parts. If you’re struggling right now, feeling like it’s all too much, you’re not alone — and there’s a reason why change feels so difficult during this time. I’m here to show you that the “hard” isn’t something to avoid, but rather, it’s a powerful sign that you’re on the cusp of something ...

In this eye-opening episode of The Period Whisperer, I sit down with Wendy Lopez, MS, RDN, CDCES, a leading Registered Dietitian and the co-founder of Food Heaven, to tackle a topic that impacts so many women in perimenopause: blood sugar and insulin resistance. Wendy is passionate about making nutrition accessible, and in this conversation, we dive deep into how hormonal shifts during perimenopause can affect blood sugar and insul...

In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m sharing with you how you can accomplish 50% of your daily hormone-boosting to-do’s in just 40 minutes a day! That’s right — all it takes is two 20-minute walks a day, and you’ll be on your way to better hormonal health and overall well-being.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode:

• Morning sunlight: How getting outside first thing can regulate your circadian rhythm, boost ener...

Gut issues in perimenopause? You’re not imagining it — and you’re definitely not alone. In this game-changing episode, I’m joined by none other than Liz Roman, Certified Functional Nutritional Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, and yes — famously known as The Poop Queen — to uncover what’s really going on with your digestion during this stage of life.

Liz has helped thousands of women heal their gut, balance their ...

If you’ve been feeling like your emotions are boiling just under the surface—or maybe spilling over more than you’d like—this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.

Because sister, you’re not crazy. You’re waking up.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that way too many women are experiencing but no one’s really talking about: menopause rage. You know, that intense irritability, frustration, or even sudde...

Have you ever wondered why weight loss feels impossible in perimenopause — even when you're "doing everything right"? 😩 In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Heather Deba, founder of HD Body Academy and a top metabolic nutrition coach, to break down the real reasons behind weight loss resistance in midlife — and what you can finally do about it.

Heather shares her proven approach to healing your metabolism and hormones by address...

Feeling moody, puffy, or stuck in midlife? It’s not just your hormones — it’s how your body is struggling to detox them. In this transformative episode of The Period Whisperer, Bria Gadd reveals the hidden machinery of estrogen detoxification — and how mastering it unlocks vibrant energy, clearer skin, lighter periods, better moods, and true hormonal power in perimenopause and beyond.

Inside this episode, you'll discover:
✅ How ...