5: Feel Like Yourself Again in Perimenopause and Menopause w/ Dr. Nadine Gavin

If you’re doing everything right and still feel exhausted, even though your doctor says your blood work looks normal, this episode on perimenopause and menopause is for you. You’ll hear what may be behind it and what to do next. I sit down with Dr. Nadine Gavin, naturopathic doctor and educator, to talk about early perimenopause symptoms like brain fog and joint pain, and how falling progesterone and estrogen connect to perimenopause sleep problems and belly fat. We also cover what to ask for beyond standard testing and what to know before a menopause hormone therapy conversation with your provider. You’ll leave with words for what you’re experiencing and a list of what to ask at your next appointment. The StrongHER 21-Day Challenge begins November 2nd. 00:00 – Why Am I So Exhausted? Early Perimenopause Signs 01:34 – Perimenopause vs. Menopause vs. Postmenopause 03:33 – Brain Fog and Joint Pain in Perimenopause 12:06 – Sleep Problems in Perimenopause and What Helps 18:52 – Perimenopause Belly Fat and Body Shape Changes 31:11 – Low Libido and Vaginal Dryness in Menopause 42:35 – Menopause Testing and the Right Hormone Labs 49:30 – Menopause Hormone Therapy Benefits and Risks Check out the show notes and other resources at https://karen-gallagher.com/post/perimenopause-and-menopause Send me a message! Let’s stay connected! Come find me on Instagram Visit the website for more information If you want me in your corner week after week, come join us inside the FIT4HER Membership   This podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.