Pause, Please! The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook
Welcome to Pause, Please!, the podcast that empowers you to navigate the journey of perimenopause with confidence, knowledge, and a sense of humor. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner specializing in women's health and hormones, this show is your go-to resource for understanding and thriving through the unique challenges and transformations of perimenopause.
In each episode, Dr. Kinnon dives deep into the symptoms, treatments, and lifestyle changes that can make this transitional period not just manageable but truly empowering. From hot flashes and mood swings to brain fog and weight shifts, we cover it all with expert insights, practical advice, and a touch of wit. You'll hear from leading experts in the field, as well as real women sharing their stories and strategies for success.
Whether you're just starting to experience the first signs of perimenopause or are well into your journey, Pause, Please! is here to help you reclaim your vitality, balance your hormones, and embrace this stage of life with enthusiasm. Tune in to discover how you can transform perimenopause from a pause into a powerful new chapter.
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Pause, Please! The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook
My MHT Journey: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" offers a deeply personal yet scientifically grounded look at Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), formerly known as HRT. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode goes beyond a typical explainer, sharing Dr. Kinnon's own journey of recognizing her perimenopausal symptoms—from inexplicable anxiety and brain fog to disrupted sleep and changing periods—despite living a healthy lifestyle. She candidly discusses the common dismissal women face from healthcare providers and the overwhelming misinformation surrounding MHT, highlighting why an individualized conversation with a knowledgeable practitioner is crucial and empowering.
This episode provides a practical guide on when to consider MHT, detailing common signals like persistent sleep issues, escalating hot flashes, significant mood shifts, and changes in exercise recovery or menstrual cycles that suggest it might be time for support. Dr. Kinnon clarifies what science says about MHT's benefits and risks, emphasizing its protective effects on bones, potential for heart and cognitive health when initiated in the optimal "window of opportunity" (within 10 years of last period or before age 60), and its ability to improve mood and sleep. Listeners will learn the importance of using transdermal estradiol and micronized progesterone, understanding their personal goals for MHT, and recognizing that treatment may require trial and error, always alongside foundational lifestyle support. Tune in to understand that MHT is a powerful tool in your perimenopause toolkit, and when used correctly, it can be truly life-changing.
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