112. Encore Episode: Hormones 101 – Understanding Perimenopause with Monique Willingham

Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause
112. Encore Episode: Hormones 101 – Understanding Perimenopause with Monique Willingham
Jul 03, 2025
Dr. Sara Poldmae | Healer, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and Functional Medicine Practitioner

Big News: Our Midlife Concierge Program Is Launching!

Hi ladies, it’s Dr. Sarah here with something incredibly exciting I’ve been waiting to share. Monique, our amazing nurse practitioner, and I are launching a brand-new Concierge Membership Program exclusively for women in midlife right here in Maryland!

This high-touch, deeply personalized program is designed to support you through every phase of perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. We’re combining the best of functional medicine, Chinese medicine, lifestyle coaching, and bioidentical hormone therapy—plus weekly coaching calls and advanced lab testing—to give you the care and attention you truly deserve.

To celebrate the launch of our concierge membership program, I’m doing a special fan-favorite replay! We're bringing back Monique’s wildly popular episode, Hormones 101. Whether you missed it the first time or want a refresher, it’s the perfect companion to this exciting announcement.

👉 Interested in becoming a founding member? Email us at hello@risingwomanproject.com to learn more or reserve your spot. (Maryland residents only!)

We can't wait to support your midlife journey in a whole new way —and I hope you enjoy this encore episode!

 

Did you know you can start experiencing perimenopausal symptoms as early as your mid-thirties?
 
 Many women feel confused and alone during perimenopause because the world totally fails to prepare them for it. If you relate to that, you’re in good hands because my guest, Monique Willingham, and I are passionate about helping women understand what’s happening in their bodies during this time.
 
 This episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive will help you understand your hormones and empower you to reclaim your health. Welcome to the Hormones 101 class you never got.
 
 Monique is a Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing in oncology for over 15 years and uses a holistic approach to help patients reduce inflammation and improve energy and mental clarity.
 
 
 In this episode:

  • The basic roles of your hormones 
  • Why your symptoms might feel inconsistent 
  • How to make your hormones happy


 Resources Mentioned:

Visit Monique’s Website: www.remedygreenwellness.com 

Learn About the Midlife Concierge Program: hello@risingwomanproject.com 

 

Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

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