Hello, fabulous readers! If your menopause symptoms aren’t improving, it can be incredibly frustrating. But don’t worry- you’re not alone, and there are steps you can take to find relief. Watch Our Latest WebMD Video! In my third collaboration with WebMD, I share essential tips and advice on what to do when your menopause treatment protocol isn’t working. Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll learn: Preparing for Your Doctor’s Visit: Learn how to find a menopause specialist using the Menopause Society (menopause.org) to locate accredited professionals in your area. Understand why it’s important ..read more

Hello, fabulous readers! The second video for WebMD is now live, and it’s packed with essential tips and advice on navigating menopause treatment options. Whether you’re just starting to experience symptoms or looking to refine your current treatment plan, this video will provide valuable insights and guidance. Before Your Visit: While waiting for your first appointment to discuss how to handle your menopause symptoms, think through what you’ll want to get out of your visit. I recommend: Finding a Menopause-Savvy Doctor: It’s vitally important to find someone trained in menopause. Not all O ..read more

I am beyond thrilled to share some amazing news with you all. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to team up with WebMD to create a series of educational videos all about menopause. Yes, you heard that right—WebMD! This collaboration is so close to my heart because, as many of you know, my challenging journey through menopause was the driving force behind my mission to help women navigate this significant life transition with confidence and support. These videos are an extension of that mission, and I am so excited to finally share them with you! Our first video in this series tackles o ..read more

Happy Menopause Mondays! Let’s declare independence from outdated women’s healthcare practices this Fourth of July! Women’s healthcare is a fundamental right, yet it remains mired in politics—an unfortunate reality that undermines our pursuit of health equity. As we unite across political and religious divides, our shared mission is clear: to secure comprehensive healthcare rights for all women, emphasizing the necessity of targeted, women-centric medical research. This week, as we celebrate our nation’s birthday, let’s reaffirm our commitment to advancing women’s health care. We must expand ..read more

The very first man to imprint my life was my Dad. Forty-four Father’s Days have come and gone—it seems like a lifetime—yet sometimes it seems like yesterday since I was in my favorite card shop searching for the perfect Father’s Day card for my Dad. I used to buy my cards early when the Father section was overflowing with great options. I looked forward to sorting through the cutesy, gushy, silly, and fluffy ones to find a card that read my heart. Today, I find my eyes wet as I stare at a young girl in the “Father” section. I long to reach for that perfect Daddy card, but instead, I reach for ..read more

How do you feel about the word “vagina”? Some women are comfortable with it, while others prefer an innocuous pet name. The word “vagina” has been around since the early 1600s and comes from the Latin word for sheath – a close-fitting cover for the blade of a knife or sword. When I read this, my back clenched up, and I became immediately erect. Then I learned that the word clitoris could be traced back to the late Greek word kleitorís, which can be traced to kleíein, which means “to shut away.”  You don’t need to be Freud to recognize these misogynistic metaphors.  So, the female ana ..read more

So, you’ve hit perimenopause, and the symptoms are hitting you hard: sleepless nights, irritability, night sweats, hot flashes, weight gain, and a disappearing libido. Not exactly a party, right? It’s time to consider hormone therapy (HT), but before you dive in, let’s clear up some misconceptions and explore your options. First, be sure that you are going to a Menopause Specialist! It has been reported that only one in five OBGN residents receive menopause training! Your Menopause Specialist is your business partner in this menopause business. So pick wisely!!!! Share your current and pa ..read more

For some, the “F” word is a bad word…but “F” that!  In my menopausal world, the really bad words are the “BS” words. Bathing Suit! Summertime usually involves lots of eating, drinking, and fun in the sun! I can’t really procrastinate anymore. It’s time to deal with the BS! I keep my BS tucked away in an orange box (of course, it’s orange, my favorite color). One never knows how this will pan out. The day and time you try on your old bathing suits must be carefully selected.  I suggest trying them on the first thing in the morning before you have even dared to put any fluid ..read more

Welcome back to Menopause Mondays! For those of you approaching or already over 65, who are clinging to those transdermal estradiol patches for dear life, fearing they might be your last lifeline to sanity amidst the whirlwind of menopausal mayhem—this blog is for you! Today, we’re discussing a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of the Menopause Society on the effects of hormone therapy (HT) in women over 65. This study, conducted using prescription drugs and records of a whopping 10 million senior Medicare women from 2007 to 2020, provides crucial insights into the use of menopausa ..read more

Hey there, ladies! Welcome back to another Menopause Mondays® blog. Today, we’re diving into a topic that might not be on your radar but is super important: heart health after menopause. So, here’s the scoop: As we go through menopause, our bodies undergo some big changes, including a drop in estrogen levels. This drop can speed up plaque buildup in our arteries, which is not great news for our hearts. According to the American College of Cardiology, a recent study found that women who have gone through menopause and are taking statins to manage their cholesterol might not be getting enough pr ..read more