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PAUZ Grab Life by the Ovaries
Welcome to PAUZ-Grab Life by the Ovaries: The Podcast — your go-to space for real talk, expert insight, and evidence-based guidance on navigating midlife with strength, clarity, and confidence. Hosted by Dr. Natalie Perkins, PhD in Public Health, health behavior change expert, and founder of PAUZ Health, this show brings together top experts in women’s health, hormone therapy, fitness, nutrition, mindset, sexual health, hormone therapy, and more—because thriving in your 40s, 50s, and beyond means more than managing symptoms. It’s about redefining what’s possible.
Whether you’re trying to understand perimenopause, lift heavier, sleep better, get your groove back in the bedroom, or finally step into the version of yourself you’ve always wanted to be—this is where the transformation begins. Smart, science-backed, authentic, vulnerable, and never judgmental. Let’s rewrite the rules of aging, together.
Episodes
24 episodes
Empowered Menopause with Menopause Chicks' Shirley Weir
What if menopause wasn’t something to “get through”—but something to feel empowered in?In this episode, we sit down with Shirley Weir, founder of Menopause Chicks, to break down what empowered menopause really look...
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Menopause & Your Brain: Hormones, Memory & Mood with Dr. Liisa Galea
Dr. Liisa Galea, Ph.D., FCAHS is the Treliving Family Chair in Women’s Mental Health, Senior Scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), and Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. She ...
Pleasure, Power, and Autonomy: Reclaiming Women’s Bodies
In this powerful episode, Dr. Natalie Perkins sits down with two leading experts who are reshaping the conversation around women’s sexual health, autonomy, and pleasure.Dr. Maureen Slattery, physician, AASECT-certified sex counsel...
Renowned Dr. Day Talks Hair Loss & Menopause
Listen in as we learn about what really happens to hair and what you can do.Please note: no products mentioned are recommended by PAUZ. Doris Day, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic and dermato...
Social Media, Menopause, and Cutting Through the SH#T
What happens when two of the most no-nonsense voices in women’s health get together? A refreshing, funny, and deeply honest conversation that cuts through the noise.In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Thebe, fitness ...
Menopause Weight Gain: MHT and GLP-1
In this episode of Grab Life by the Ovaries, we’re joined by Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a dual board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, nationally recognized expert in metabolic health, and author of the bes...
Do You Ever Wonder If Where You Live Is Impacting Your Health Behaviors?
Ever wondered how much your environment influences your daily health behaviors—your movement, sleep, stress, and sense of wellbeing?In this episode of PAUZ: Grab Life by the Ovaries, we sit down with Dr. Habib Chaudhury, Pr...
Sleep, Menopause, and What You Can Actually Do — with Dr. Andrea Matsumura
🎙️ PAUZ: Grab Life by the Ovaries Sleep, Menopause, and What You Can Actually Do — with Dr. Andrea MatsumuraSleep problems aren’t just “part of aging” — and during perimenopause and menopause, poor sleep can quietly dri...
Let’s Explore Sexuality in Menopause — with Dr. Lauren Walker
Let’s Explore Sexuality in Menopause — with Dr. Lauren Walker In this episode, we go deep into what really happens to sexuality in menopause — physically, emotionally, and relationally — with one of the top experts in t...
Beyond Hormones: The Science of Pleasure and Women’s Evolution
In this episode of PAUZ: Grab Life by the Ovaries, we dive deep into the science of pleasure — and why it’s essential to women’s health, resilience, and joy at every age.Dr. Nan Wise, a behavioral neuroscientist, certified ...
From Leaks to Libido: Everything You Need To Know About Your Pelvic Floor
🎙️ Your Pelvic Floor: The Foundation of Midlife HealthIt’s time to talk about one of the most overlooked pillars of women’s health — your pelvic floor.Join Dr. Natalie Perkins and Angelique Montano-Bresolin...
Memory, Mood, and Menopause Mayhem: What do we know about the impact of menopause on the brain?
🧠✨ Memory, Mood, and Menopause MayhemYour brain isn’t breaking — it’s rewiring.Menopause is one of the biggest neuroplasticity shifts of your life. Yeah, there might be some “glitches” along the way — but ...
Midlife Weight & The Truth About GLP-1 with Dr. High
🔥 Midlife Weight & The Truth About GLP-1Why does body weight shift in midlife — and what’s really going on with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro?Join us on the PAUZ Health Podcast with Dr. ...
Your Vagina Deserves Better: Sex & Estrogen
This week, Dr. Fenwa Milhouse (@yourfavoriteurologist) joins us for a no-holds-barred convo about: ✨ Sexual health & taboos ✨ Why vaginal estrogen isn’t in your tap water ✨ Pelvic floor truth bombs & moreDr. ...
Taking Charge of Menopause, Longevity, & Primary Care
🎙️ Episode Title: Taking Charge of Menopause, Longevity, & Primary CareGuest: Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan, MD, Certified Menopause SpecialistIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan, a board-certified fami...
The Scan That Could Save Your Health: Inside the Power of DEXA with Tony Orlando
Think the scale tells the whole story? Think again.In this episode, we’re breaking down the real reason you might be gaining fat, losing muscle, or missing early signs of bone loss—even if you're eating well and working out...
Why Gut Health Matters for Women in Menopause
Why Gut Health Matters for Vaginal HealthYour gut and vagina are more connected than you think.💬 In our latest expert interview, we sat down with microbiome specialist Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic to talk all things gu...
Perimenopause: It is Time to Wake Up- Investing Energy into You
🎙️ New Episode: Grabbing Life by the Ovaries with Dr. Shyamala KiruThis week, we're joined by powerhouse psychotherapist and emotional leadership expert Dr. Shyamala Kiru — a woman who truly embodies what it means to gr...
Stepping Into Your Authentic Self-For Your Health
A Powerhouse Conversation with Dr. Shieva GhofranyStepping Into Your Authentic Self — For Your HealthThis episode is a must-listen for every woman navigating the fog, fire, and friction of perimenopause.Dr. Sh...
Getting back your Zzzz's. Sleep and Perimenopause
Getting Your Zzz’s Back: Sleep Tips for Women in Perimenopause with Dr. Alison Kole | PAUZ HealthStruggling with restless nights, 3 AM wake-ups, or feeling exhausted no matter how much sleep you get? You’re not alone—and you’re no...
The Midlife Strength Hack Backed by Science: Creatine for Women with Dr. Candow
Listen to Dr. Perkins talk with Expert Athlete Health and Performance Research Scientist Dr. Candow on how women in perimenopause can optimize their muscle and bone health.-Does creatine work?-How to take creatine-How to ma...
Leveraging Mindset and Meditation to Boost Your Libido
Dr. Lori Brotto is a renowned figure in the field of women's sexual health. As a Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, she holds a Canada Research Chair, focusing on developing safe and accessible treatments for prevale...
Cardiac Health- Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum
Discussing all things cardiac health and being a women in perimenopause and beyond! Now is the time to decide how much you care about yourself- Listen to the expertise of Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum and taking proactive care of your heart.&nbs...
Nutrition & Mental Health with Dr. Uma Naidoo
We discuss the importance of the brain and gut health connection. How being authentic is critical and bridging pharmacology with lifestyle medicine. Learn about why changing behavior is not easy!Uma Naidoo, MD, is a board-certified Harva...