The Menopause Hour with Winona
Welcome to The Menopause Hour, the podcast where you’ll find the answers to your most pressing menopause questions—the ones you won't get from your OB/GYN. Hosted by Winona’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Michael Green, and Medical Director, Dr. Cat Brown, The Menopause Hour is here to empower you with expert insights, tips, and real talk on navigating menopause with confidence and clarity.Brought to you by Winona – menopause care made easy. Join us each episode as we explore the symptoms, solutions, and science of menopause, all while breaking down the stigmas and misconceptions along the way.
Episodes
44 episodes
Episode #38 Know Your Body and Your Options: Verified Truths About Menopause and HRT
Hormone replacement therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when there's so much conflicting information out there and so many questions still left unanswered. In this episode, Dr. Cat answers questions from wo...
Episode #37: Not Just Hormones: The Lifestyle Habits That Support Your Menopause Journey
Menopause remains a topic that most people are uncomfortable talking about, which leads to many unanswered questions and more room for misinformation and fear.In this new episode, Dr. Cat explores this topic, answering common questions a...
Episode #36 Surprising Signs of Perimenopause
Perimenopause can show up in ways many women don’t expect. In this Doctor Dialogue, Winona's Dr. Cat and our guest expert Dr. Hahn discuss some of the lesser-known symptoms that often catch women off guard.The conversation e...
Episode #35 Hormones and Heart Health: What You Should Know
In honor of American Heart Month, Dr. Cat leads this new episode's discussion with a focus on heart health awareness. Dr. Cat discusses how important it is for women in this stage of life to be educated in this area, as certain menopause sympto...
Episode #34 HRT Over Time: What to Expect, What to Watch for, and When to Adjust
In this episode, Dr. Green leads a discussion on HRT progress timelines, cycle changes that happen when on treatment, common side effects along the way, and adjustment steps to take as you go through this journey. As al...
Episode #33 The First 90 Days of HRT: What to Expect
In this episode, Dr. Cat leads an informative Doctor Dialogue focused on what women can realistically expect during the first 90 days of hormone therapy. She breaks down why hormone treatment takes time, what early side effects like bloating or...
Episode #32 Vaginal Health, HRT, and What Your Symptoms Are Telling You
In this episode, Dr. Cat leads an open and informative Q&A focused on the real questions women have about perimenopause and menopause. She explains why symptoms and hormone therapy responses vary from person to person, and why ...
Episode #31 Creams vs. Pills, Safety, and Why the FDA Is Finally Catching Up
In this episode, Dr. Green brings us into a deep dive into hormone replacement therapy (HRT) comparisons and the latest regulatory news on its use. Dr. Green discusses the significant, "long overdue" news about the FDA starting to embrace HRT a...
Episode #30 The FDA’s New Direction and Evolving Menopause Care
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat answer questions focusing on symptom-based menopause care and practical guidance for managing HRT. They discuss why lab testing isn’t useful for dosing, the importance of staying consistent wi...
Episode #29 Surviving the Holidays in Menopause
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat share practical, compassionate advice for navigating menopause through the hustle of the holiday season. They discuss why it’s important to stay consistent with your hormone therapy, how to se...
Episode #28 Breaking the Silence: Menopause Awareness, Community, and Care
In this episode, Dr. Cat leads an engaging discussion in celebration of World Menopause Awareness Day. She reflects on Winona’s mission to empower women through education, personalized care, and open conversation about menopause. T...
Episode #27 Breast Cancer Awareness and HRT: Myths, Facts, and Safe Care
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat lead a timely conversation in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, tackling common myths about HRT and breast health. They explain how modern bioidentical hormone therapy can be both safe a...
Episode #26 Hormones and Longevity: What Every Woman Should Know
In this episode, Dr. Green leads the conversation by exploring how estrogen impacts longevity and why timing matters when starting HRT. He addresses common fears stemming from the WHI study, explains why symptom-based care is more ...
Episode #25 Real Answers about Hormones, Symptoms, and Sexual Health
In this episode, Dr. Cat Brown leads a thoughtful and practical Q&A, answering audience questions about perimenopause, menopause care, and personalized treatment options. She explains how DHEA can support women in early perimen...
Episode #24 Lunchtime Skincare with Jo: Aesthetic Treatments to Support & Improve Skin & Appearance
In this episode, we’re going beyond the bathroom mirror and into the world of aesthetic treatments. From facials to more advanced options, you’ll learn what’s available, how they work, and what to consider before adding them to you...
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Episode #23 Lunchtime Skincare with Jo: Ingredients 101: What to Look for (and What to Skip)
In this episode, we take the guesswork out of skincare labels. Our expert walks you through the ingredients you actually need to know. You’ll learn how to read your products like a pro, understand what common and not-so-common ingr...
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Episode #22 Lunchtime Skincare with Jo: How to Layer Skincare Products (And What to Avoid)
In this episode, we tackle one of the most common skincare questions — how do you actually layer your products the right way? From product order to ingredient combinations, our skincare expert shares clear, practical tips for build...
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Episode #21 Lunchtime Skincare with Jo: Age-Defying Essentials: What Actually Works
In this episode, our skincare expert busts common myths about midlife skin and shares why simple, strategic ingredients are the key to a healthy, radiant glow. You'll learn what your skin actually needs during perimenopause and men...
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Episode #20 Menopause Care That Works: Why Symptom-Based Treatment Matters
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat Brown explore the vital role of estrogen in protecting heart and bone health, while clearing up lingering fears around breast cancer risk and HRT safety. They also explain why symptom-based ca...
Episode #19 HRT Myths Busted: Safety, Longevity, and Personalized Care
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat bust persistent myths about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and share why modern bioidentical treatments are safe, effective, and life-changing for many women. They discuss why there’s no time limit on H...
Episode #18 New FDA Momentum and the Truth About HRT
In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat unpack the latest developments in menopause care, including a game-changing FDA panel discussion that could shift how HRT is labeled and understood. They tackle persistent fears around breast cancer, clari...
Episode #17 Managing Hot Flashes, Night Sweats & Sleep Disruptions in Menopause
In this episode, Dr. Green dives into the causes and treatments for hot flashes, night sweats, and the sleep disruptions that often accompany them. He explains how fluctuating estrogen levels impact mood and cognition and why symptom-based care...
Episode #16 Mood, Memory & Menopause: The Hormone Connection
In this episode, Dr. Cat highlights the powerful connection between estrogen and brain health in honor of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month. She explains how estrogen supports mood, memory, and neurotransmitter function and why keepi...
Janet Glazer x Her Menopause Story
In this episode, Winona Ambassador, Janet Glazer, shares her powerful journey through menopause and her experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Despite living a healthy lifestyle, she faced unexpected symptoms like i...
Episode #15 Hormone Truths: Myths, Meds, and the Case for Symptom-Based Care
In this episode, Dr. Green answers the most common questions surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and menopause care. He breaks down the importance of symptom-based treatment over lab testing, debunks persistent myths about estrogen, p...
