For some women, navigating menopause and their sexual health is laden with fear and shame. And in many communities menopause, let alone sexual well-being, is rarely if ever discussed openly. The experience is often shrouded in cultural taboos, misconceptions, and a lack of accessible healthcare resources. Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, a Muslim-American, board-certified OB/GYN and advocate… The post From Shame to Strength: Dr. Sadaf Lodhi’s Fight to Normalize Menopause and Sexual Health appeared first on Menopause Made Modern ..read more

When Lisa Gayle Moore first rediscovered her love for coloring, it wasn’t just a casual hobby. It became a soothing refuge during a time of significant personal change. On a girls’ trip to Savannah for her sister’s 50th birthday, Lisa reconnected with the joy of coloring. Little did she know, this simple act would soon… The post Finding Comfort and Self-Care Through Coloring: Creativity and Menopause with Lisa Moore appeared first on Menopause Made Modern ..read more

Jenna Perkins, RN, WHNP-BC, is more than just a healthcare provider; she’s a trailblazer in women’s health, particularly for women of color navigating the complexities of perimenopause and menopause. Through her practice, DiscovHER Health, Jenna is making a significant impact by providing personalized, compassionate care and being a visible advocate for Black women’s health. Her… The post A Patient-Centered Approach: Education, Consent, and Empowerment with Jenna Perkins appeared first on Menopause Made Modern ..read more

Long-time certified personal trainer Sam Monpetit-Huynh wants you to shed your menopausal baggage…and lift heavy shit. After experiencing the immediate and profound impact of a hysterectomy in her early 40s, she knows first-hand about the often-overlooked struggles of menopause. Now 53, Sam continues to adapt to her changing body. After building a more than 20-year career in the fitness industry, her relationship with her body and her goals and priorities for health and wellness have evolved. Through her menopause coaching work, she educates and empowers others by candidly sharing her challeng ..read more

The journey through menopause transition can be laden with cultural stigmas and unique healthcare barriers. Dr. Sameena Rahman, a Chicago-based, board-certified OB-GYN, sexual medicine, and menopause specialist, discusses the critical need for culturally considerate care for women of color and diverse backgrounds. Dr. Rahman delves into her professional experiences and explores the challenges and breakthroughs in addressing menopause and sexual health for all women. The Beginnings: Cultural Identity and Family Background A Pakistani-American Muslim woman born in New York and raised ..read more

For decades, women’s health issues like menopause have been shrouded in silence, with the experiences of women of color often left out of the narrative. Dr. Stephanie Young Moss’ journey from the structured world of corporate America to the founder of “Menopause in Color” illustrates a growing movement to change that. Through Menopause in Color, Dr. Young Moss is pursuing her passion for educating, advocating, and building a community for women of color going through perimenopause and menopause — a transition she’s living through personally and professionally. A Pharmacist’s Path After graduat ..read more

I’ve written about self-care a few times, and I anticipate this won’t be the last (“God willing and the crick don’t rise”). For some, the term “self-care” comes across as cliché or “soft,” but for those of us in pursuit, the concept, and more importantly, the benefits of practice, are not. Prioritizing my needs and well-being (and yes, wants) are practices I’ve slowly become more comfortable with over the past decade. Triggered by the start of perimenopause at 43, fueled by COVID-19 at 47, compounded by the murder of George Floyd (where we all witnessed that neither my Black son’s l ..read more

Menopause, a natural phase of life, has often been a topic shrouded in silence and stigma. Dr. Taniqua Miller, a former academic and a visionary in gynecology, is on a mission to change that. In our candid interview, she shares her journey, vision, and passion for creating a more diverse and inclusive space for women during menopause transition. Dr. Miller is not only a certified expert in the field but is also going beyond the textbook to address the unique needs of BIPOC, queer, fat, and disabled women in this transformative life phase through her new telehealth offering, Revival. Taking on ..read more

Hormones and the art of the pivot With two teenage daughters, Lizzie Bermudez, 54, is well-practiced in managing change…and hormones. She started her period at 12, survived two bouts of postpartum depression in her 30s, and managed through a cancer scare and total hysterectomy at 52, immediately putting her into menopause. Post-menopausal for two years, she says that she wasn’t prepared for all of the physical and emotional challenges that menopause would bring.  “Honestly, most days, it just still feels like a bit of a shit show,” she says with a chuckle. Even so, she’s taking this life ..read more

With a psychology and sports science degree, certified health coach Pamela Windle, 57, worked as a personal trainer for more than a decade before switching careers to work with individuals managing alcohol dependence. For much of her adult life, she lived a healthy lifestyle and sought to model the embodiment of wellness for her clients. After developing a chronic health condition at age 46, Pamela was essentially homebound for the next several years. She spent much of that time in virtual education mode, learning about functional nutrition and women’s hormonal health. She was amazed to learn ..read more