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Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones NaturallyAuthor: Monica Topete Perimenopause Menopause Health Coach for Midlife Women
***TOP 2% GLOBAL PODCAST*** The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally Ugh. I feel so bloated. Im retaining more water than the Hoover Dam. What? Not another pimple? Its like puberty all over again! Sleep? Whats that like? (I forget.:) Umm, I just turned 40.. Arent I too young for this?!? Hello Friend. (Can I call you friend? Cuz were already friends in my head:) Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? Its Me, Monica. Im Monica Lane Topete, Certified Nutrition Coach Coach, Peri Menopause Educator, Personal Trainer, NASM Behavior Change Specialist, and Hormone Imbalance Survivor. And Im on a mission to help women in mid life balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!) It wasnt too long ago when perimenopause came crashing through my door with a ton of luggage (cuz she was prepared to stay for A WHILE!) I remember how overwhelmed, anxious, and pretty much clueless I was about what was happening to my bodyand how desperate I was for a diagnosis! But, after SEVERAL visits to my doctor who gave me a clean bill of health and lab results that came back within normal range, I finally decided to take my health into my own hands. I spent OVER A YEAR combing through PubMed research studies, taking online courses in naturopathy and functional medicine, and becoming my own human guinea pig to crack the hormone code and create a research-based program that really worked to balance my hormones, put the kibosh on perimenopause symptoms, and lose stubborn weightand keep it offfor more than 10 years! And now, I want to share it with you. Join me as I demystify the hormonal transition in midlife and spill the tea on what to expect when youre expecting perimenopauseand beyond. From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, thats a thing!), Ill unpack all the weird stuff going on inside our midlife bodies, plus give you the latest science and holistic solutions to balance it all. ...Are you tired of dealing with heavy, p Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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110 | Is It Perimenopause or a Hormone Imbalance? What’s Normal After 40—and What’s Not?
Tuesday, 13 January, 2026
Do You Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz One of the biggest mistakes women make in perimenopause is assuming that everything we’re experiencing is “normal.” But just because these symptoms are common doesn’t mean they’re something you have to live with. Today, we’re continuing my new series, The Perimenopause Reset,” where we cut through all the misinformation and cookie-cutter advice and focus on what actually works in perimenopause. In this episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on what’s normal in perimenopause…and what’s not…and six signs that your shifting hormones may actually be a hormone imbalance. I’ll also address some of your most commonly Googled questions, including: ✅ How do I know if I’m in perimenopause or if something is wrong with my hormones? ✅ What symptoms are normal in perimenopause—and what’s not? ✅ How do I know if my symptoms are stress or hormones? ✅ What does a hormone imbalance feel like in midlife women? ✅ Why do my labs look normal but I still feel awful? ✅ Why can’t I sleep through the night anymore after 40? ✅ Is it normal to feel exhausted all the time in perimenopause? ✅ Why am I gaining weight in my 40s even though I haven’t changed how I eat? ✅ How can I tell which hormone is causing my symptoms? If you woke up recently feeling like you’re living in someone else’s body, this episode is for you. — NEXT STEPS: Do You Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips I don’t share anywhere else!: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/ Tired of Tossing and Turning? Grab my FREE “Better Sleep After 40” Supplement Cheat Sheet: https://monicalanetopete.kit.com/sleepbetter — *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me, and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.
