This Is Perimenopause

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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.

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Flat Please and Make That a Double with Ellyn Winters Robinson

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10/25/23 • 45 min

In today’s episode, we meet Ellyn, a crazy dame with a kind heart who has decided to turn breast cancer into a full time business. Ellyn is a wife, mother, marketing entrepreneur, mentor, advocate and, as of a year ago, a breast cancer survivor.
She is also the author of the bestselling book Flat Please Hold the Shame and co-creator of AskEllyn, the world's first conversational AI designed to support people with breast cancer.
Ellyn’s story has been featured in People Magazine, Globe and Mail, CTV and the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

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In this episode, we discuss:
1:59 - Ellyn’s Story
Learn about Ellyn’s breast cancer journey from diagnosis, through choosing a double mastectomy, going through both chemotherapy and radiation and deciding to remain flat.
7:03 - Flat Please and Hold the Shame
Ellyn shares the inspiration behind her book. She began journaling as a way to make sense of her own experiences, ultimately writing an article in the Globe and Mail that delved into the stigma surrounding mastectomies. Her article struck a chord with readers, leading Ellyn to write a book. Her goal was to not only share her personal story but also to help others by sharing resources she had discovered along the way; information she wished she had throughout her breast cancer journey.
12:01 - Remaining Flat
Ellyn opens up about the considerations that led to her decision to remain flat following her double mastectomy and sheds light on the fact that the choice to remain flat is not always presented as a viable option for women with breast cancer.
22:20 - The Importance of Self Advocacy
Ellyn offers valuable guidance on how to be a strong advocate for yourself. This includes understanding your rights regarding essential screenings and being informed about the density of your breast tissue.
27:36 - Ask Ellyn
Introducing AskEllyn, a groundbreaking conversational AI tool designed to be a resource for individuals on their breast cancer journey. She’s a web application that incorporates lived experiences and provides links and resources to further answer your questions. She aims to bridge the patient experience gap that currently exists in healthcare.
39:16 - The Photo Essay
Collaborating with photographer Hilary Gauld and Dense Breast Canada, Ellyn helped create "I Want You To Know", an inspiring photo essa

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Kate Ellis and Tumors Carol Baskin & Joe Exotic

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10/11/23 • 44 min

Most of us would rather not think about breast cancer until we are forced to do so. Kate Ellis is on a mission to change that paradigm. Whether you have been impacted by breast cancer or not, you don't want to miss our raw and honest discussion about Kate’s breast cancer experience. Kate was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 42, at the height of the pandemic, and again at 43. She has undergone a single mastectomy, breast reconstruction, chemotherapy, forced menopause, plus an oophorectomy, and nipple reconstruction. Kate hopes to make some lemonade out of the lemons cancer has given her, and it is her biggest wish that people with breasts and chests get to know their bodies and advocate for themselves, even if they are “too young” for breast cancer.
Here are some other things we talked about in our conversation today and where you can find them in this episode.
2:55 - Kate’s Story
Kate takes us through her breast cancer journey from diagnosis to recovery.
6:38 - Personalized Medicine
Kate tells us about genomic testing and how there are various types of treatment based on your type of cancer.
7:44 - Slammed Into Menopause
It’s a different experience and comes with different challenges when younger women are forced into menopause because of a cancer diagnosis. Kate tells us about some of the options that were available to her based on her type of cancer to aid in dealing with symptoms.
12:27 - The Importance of Self-Advocacy
Kate emphasizes the importance of advocating for yourself when it comes to your treatment plan and overall health care. She believes her self-advocacy helped her get treatment sooner.
19:52 - Breast Cancer and Genetics
Is breast cancer genetic? Kate shares some statistics with us and talks about the concept of a false sense of security.
20:58 - Know Your Lemons
Get to know your body and do regular self-breast exams. Kate believes this can help you get diagnosed earlier. She recommends a great resource called Know Your Lemons, which aims to improve early detection of breast cancer worldwide.
22:04 - Size Doesn’t Matter
We discuss what it means to have dense breasts and what that means for your cancer risk. Kate recommends a website called Desnse Breast Canada to learn more about dense breast tissue.
27:48 - Breast Cancer, COVID, and Mental Health
Kate describes how breast cancer impacted her mental health and how that was further exacerbated because of COVID.
32:24 - Lumps Into LemonadeFollow Kate’s journey through her Instagram page. She tells us how talking publicly about her journey led her to a community where she has connected with women all over the world.
36:37 - Talking to Your Kids About Cancer
Kate gives us advice on how to talk to your kids about a cancer diagnosis. She recommends the book,

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Creating Your Perimenopausal Care Plan with Dr. Sarah Shaw

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10/23/24 • 48 min

Feeling lost in the fog of perimenopause? Not sure where to turn for help?
Dr. Sarah Shaw, a family physician with a passion for women's health, is here to guide you through this transformative life stage.
In this episode, Dr. Shaw shares practical advice that every woman needs to navigate perimenopause.
In this episode, you'll discover:

Understanding the obstacles women face in obtaining appropriate perimenopause care
Recognizing the value of early action and preventive measures in midlife health
Steps to develop a personalized perimenopause management strategy
Techniques for becoming a strong advocate for your health needs
Effective lifestyle adjustments to thrive during the menopausal journey
Identifying when it's time to consult a menopause specialist
Promising advancements in women's healthcare, including a spotlight on Dr. Shaw's innovative women's health clinic, Lume

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Mastering Resilience Through Daily Moments with Monica Bodurka

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11/08/23 • 32 min

Meet Monica, a holistic health enthusiast, personal development junkie, and the author of A New Way to Be: Becoming RESILIENT one breath, habit, and moment at a time. She's also the co-founder of The Leadership Wellness Group, offering transformative workshops and coaching for individuals and organizations.

In this episode, you'll discover the keys to unlocking your inner resilience and supercharging your personal development.
Please enjoy these gifts from Monica.
A free Companion Workbook that goes with her book.
Monica is also offering listeners $200 off of her Certified Resilience Coach Program. Please use discount code PERIMENOPAUSE.

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In this episode, we discuss:
2:00 - Resilience
Monica shares how a personal injury became the spark for her transformative book: A New Way to Be: Becoming RESILIENT one breath, habit, and moment at a time.
10:00 - Physical Resilience
We learn how physical resilience is just as important as mental resilience. Monica highlights the pivotal role of sleep and shares practical strategies from her book to bolster your physical resilience.
15:06 - Mindfulness Triggers
Monica explains the power of mindfulness triggers teaching us to pause, set small intentions, and watch them grow stronger with practice throughout the day. Because what we practice grows stronger.
5:46 - The Joy of Laughter
Monica shares how a daily dose of comedy can shift your perspective and fuel positivity.
29:34 - What’s the one thing?
Monica shares her beautifully simple advice on how we can all become resilient.

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Navigating Menopocalypse and Coming Out Stronger with Amanda Thebe

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09/25/24 • 47 min

Feel like your body's betraying you these days? Feeling lost, confused, and unsure of what the hell’s going on? Then this is the episode for you.
Join us for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation with Amanda Thebe, author of Menopocalypse and a force to be reckoned with in the world of menopause education. Amanda shares her personal journey from fitness expert to menopause advocate and why she's on a mission to change the conversation around this natural life stage.
In this episode, we're tackling:

The surprising symptoms that blindsided Amanda at age 42
The two year search for an answer and the moment Amanda realized she wasn't losing her mind - it’s not just you that’s struggling with this!
Why hormone therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution
The importance of creating menopause-inclusive workplaces
How men can be powerful allies in the menopause conversation
Amanda's exciting new venture, Nyah Health, that’s bringing accessible menopause care to the masses
Links for this episode:
Menopocalypse
Amanda Thebe’s website
Listen to Amanda Thebe’s podcast
Sign up for Amanda Thebe’s newsletters
Amanda Thebe on Instagram
Amanda Thebe on Facebook
Amanda Thebe on Twitter
Amanda Thebe on LinkedIn
Amanda Thebe on YouTube
Amanda Thebe’s TEDx - Should Men Talk About Menopause?
Nyah Health’s virtual care
Nyah Health on Instagram
National Menopause Show
National Menopause Show on Instagram

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The Perimenopause Closet Makeover with Mila Banerjee's Pronti AI

This Is Perimenopause

03/13/24 • 28 min

Frustrated with your wardrobe that just doesn't work anymore?
Between hot flashes, mood swings, and those sudden size changes, it can be tough finding something to wear that’s comfortable and makes you feel confident and beautiful.
So, we sat down to chat with Mila Banerjee, the brain behind Pronti AI - Outfit Maker, your new fashion-bestie. Pronti is changing the game for women everywhere, making fashion accessible, fun, and empowering again.
We also have a great discussion with Mila about the ups and downs of female entrepreneurship, the startup world, and fashion.
Key Highlights:

Practical advice for women in perimenopause on embracing their changing bodies and experimenting with new styles.
The inspiration behind Pronti and its commitment to easing the wardrobe dilemmas of perimenopausal women.
How Pronti uses AI to help you rediscover clothes you love and craft a style that boosts your confidence.
The highs and lows of being a female entrepreneur in the tech and fashion industries.

Get ready to fall back in love with getting dressed at pronti.com or the app store. For a wardrobe that celebrates every version of you, check out Pronti AI - Outfit Maker.

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We All Deserve Better in Perimenopause: Blending Naturopathic Wisdom and Modern Medicine with Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND

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03/27/24 • 39 min

Are you looking for a chance to understand your perimenopausal body better and find options to manage your symptoms? If so, this podcast is for you.
Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND, is an expert in women's health and hormones with 15 years of experience merging naturopathic and conventional medical approaches. In this episode, she offers insights on symptoms, evidence-based solutions, disease prevention, the metamorphosis that occurs with the right information and care, and more.
Key Highlights:

The return of mental health challenges in perimenopause can be surprising, significant, and scary as they often don’t respond to medications that used to work.
The chaos and the drama that causes sudden and seemingly unmanageable weight gain, and what you need to do differently to be healthy.
How common it is for vaginal, vulvar, and urinary symptoms to be misdiagnosed.
The Peri Collective: a new virtual program that teaches you what is happening in your perimenopausal body, the evidence-based solutions you can choose to manage your symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy, and how to advocate for the care you deserve.

Ready to stop struggling and start thriving? Don’t miss this informative and validating discussion with Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND.
Connect with Dr. Smith
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LinkedIn
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Peri Collective
Resources:
Meta-analysis: Severe mental illness and the perimenopause, Cambridge University Press
Dr. Lisa Mosconi, PhD
Dr. Stacy Sims, MSC, PhD
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

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Balancing Numbers to Balancing Your Life with Lisa Moraitis

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11/22/23 • 37 min

On today’s episode, we are talking money, budgets, taxes, and getting to know your finances. We are so excited to have Lisa on the show today. If anyone can make the topic of finances less daunting and budgeting less boring, it’s Lisa.
Lisa is a Chartered Professional Accountant and partner at Zebroski and Associates. She’s a mom of two fabulous girls and an active volunteer in her community.
She’s got a ton of great advice to bring you more clarity, confidence and even a little fun when tackling your finances. Lisa's expertise isn't just about balancing numbers; it's about finding the balance between enjoying life and making smart financial choices.
In this episode, we discuss:
3:54 - Finding Financial Literacy at Any Age.
Lisa kicks off the episode by debunking the myth that financial literacy has to be complicated. It doesn't! From educating yourself to her favourite book recommendation, Smart Couples Finish Rich, Lisa shows us how becoming more financially literate is as easy as an Excel pie chart! Plus, we chat about when and how to teach your kids about money - because starting young is key to building healthy financial habits!
6:30 - Budgeting Bliss
Budgets, boring? Not according to Lisa's! Discover why she's a budgeting enthusiast and learn the simple formula: How much do you have, how much are you spending, and how much is left? Find out how to make budgets for everyday life, vacations, and those bigger purchases. Lisa even shares her own easy-to-use budgeting template for all of us to use!
9:18 - Money and Bigger Life Changes
Life changes can be daunting, but they don't have to be financially chaotic. Lisa shares her thoughts on navigating bigger financial challenges such as career changes, marital status shifts, and unexpected life changes.
28:36 - How an Accountant Can Be Your Financial BFF
Lisa talks to us about when you may or may not need an accountant. From the complexity of taxes to how much you enjoy wrestling with numbers, learn how accountants can help you see the big picture, and guide you through various financial transitions.

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Breath + Fire with Michelle Hillier

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09/27/23 • 40 min

In this inspiring episode, we delve into Michelle's remarkable journey of self-discovery, where she pursued her lifelong passion for dance, tried teaching, and eventually found her calling as an entrepreneur. Join us as Michelle candidly shares the ups and downs of her journey, and what led her to her current adventure, Breath + Fire.
Her personal recovery journey has given her the gifts of insight and compassion, deepening her commitment to help others connect to their breath and ignite their fire.
For our listeners, Michelle would encourage you to try her 12 Days of Breath + Fire Challenge for free! Connect with Michelle.
Breath + Fire Website
InstagramSpotify: Michelle Breath+Fire Here are some other things we talked about in our conversation today and where you can find them in this episode.
3:51 - Dancing from the Beginning
Michelle talks about her passion for dance and movement and how dancing gave her an opportunity to meet people from all over the world.
5:58 - Embarking on Entrepreneurship
We learn what drew Michelle to entrepreneurship and hear all about the various ideas and companies she has started and grown over the years. We also discuss entrepreneurship and motherhood and the challenges that come with having a business and starting a family.
13:10 - Hips, Drinks + Recovery
Michelle talks candidly about her double hip replacement, struggles with addiction and her road to recovery.
21:55 - The Genesis of Breath + Fire
We hear what inspired Michelle to create Breath + Fire and learn all about the Breath + Fire experience.
34:18 - Alcohol + PerimenopauseWe share personal anecdotes about alcohol and its effect on what we experience during perimenopause. Michelle also talks with us about the concept of being sober curious.

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Navigating The Hormonal Double Whammy of Puberty and Perimenopause with Kathleen Kelava

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12/06/23 • 40 min

Perimenopause and puberty happening in the same house is a topic that needs more airtime. So, we invited Kathleen Kelava to our podcast to shed some light on this important and common hormonal double whammy.
Kathleen is a registered psychologist and the owner of Pinnacle Psych. As a former police officer and a mom of three children with some exceptional needs, she understands how tough life can get. And how we can find the tough within ourselves to get going and rise above.
In this conversation, Kathleen teaches us that our ‘unskillful parenting’ moments are actually a gift to our children. She also reassures us that the hormonal chaos of perimenopause and puberty is not only normal, it provides some incredible opportunities to connect with our kids.
Connect with Kathleen.
Pinnacle Psych
Facebook
Here are some other things we talked about in our conversation, and where you can find them in the episode.
3:05 - Anxiety, Depression and Family Dynamics
Kathleen shares why she left policing to become a psychologist as well as her areas of practice.
7:27 - The Challenges of Parenting During Perimenopause and Puberty
We learn about Kathleen’s strategies for understanding and managing this phase of life and some of the common challenges perimenopausal moms experience. She covers the prevalence of guilt and shame for perimenopausal mothers.
Tools Kathleen likes:
The Artist’s Way - Julia Cameron: exercises with an evidence-based approach to understand our values and how we see ourselves.
Using Anxietycanada.com to craft a plan for your situation based on evidence-based practice.
10:55 - How to Choose Our Reactions
Kathleen shares some easy tips to allow us to place a gap between teenage hormonal chaos and our response. She also reassures us that we aren’t causing permanent damage when we parent unskillfully. And highlights how we can park our shame and guilt.
18:00 - Helping Ourselves to Help Our Kids
It’s not uncommon for our kids to trigger our unresolved issues or traumas, which can significantly impact our parenting. Kathleen addresses these ‘artifacts from the past’ and their impact on one’s identity. Mikelle shares her identity challenges that are like gasoline on the hormonal fire in her house.
25:00 - When to Seek Professional Help for This Hormonal Double Whammy
We don’t need an explicit diagnosis to be struggling. To suffer and to be human, and to have anxiety, those are normal things. This does not mean we are broken. There is no shame in getting help.
31:00 - Using Humor to Navigate Hormonal Changes
We discuss some of the fun ways we can address the hormonal chaos. Humor is such a potent tool and can be really connective. Owning it, naming it, and accepting it, but not caving to it - powerful stuff.
35:09 - Teens and Perimenopausal Women Are All Unique
The hormonal jo

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How many episodes does This Is Perimenopause have?

This Is Perimenopause currently has 32 episodes available.

What topics does This Is Perimenopause cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Women'S Health, Podcasts and Menopause.

What is the most popular episode on This Is Perimenopause?

The episode title 'Balancing Numbers to Balancing Your Life with Lisa Moraitis' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on This Is Perimenopause?

The average episode length on This Is Perimenopause is 38 minutes.

How often are episodes of This Is Perimenopause released?

Episodes of This Is Perimenopause are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of This Is Perimenopause?

The first episode of This Is Perimenopause was released on Aug 15, 2023.

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