Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally
Monica Topete | Perimenopause + Menopause Health Coach for Midlife Women
102 episodes
6 days ago
The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally
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Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam.
What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again!
Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜)
Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!?
—
Hello Friend.
(Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:)
Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.
I’m Monica Topete, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Hormone Imbalance Survivor. And I’m on a mission to help women in midlife balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!)
It wasn’t 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 body…and 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 weight–and keep it off–for 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 you’re expecting perimenopause…and beyond.
From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, that’s a thing!), I’ll 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, painful periods that look like a crime scene?…
Or struggling with symptoms like chronic headaches, fatigue, or brain fog that….(Oops! What was I saying again?)...
Are you beyond frustrated doing “all the things” to lose weight—but are still packing on the pounds faster than a sumo wrestler in training?…
Then, you’re in the right place.:)
There is a way you can balance your hormones naturally that doesn’t involve band-aid solutions like antidepressants or birth control pills (which are a BIG mistake! HUGE!)...and that only provide temporary relief without fixing the root problem.
In this podcast, you’ll learn how to:
- End painful periods and PMS
- Improve your sleep and reduce hot flashes and night sweats
- Alleviate hormonal headaches, fatigue, joint pain, and gut issues
- Reduce mood swings and depression (without meds)
- Move the scale on stubborn weight and belly fat
- And talk to your partner about perimenopause (without sounding like you’re totally insane!)
- It’s time to take back control of your hormones and show ‘em who’s boss!
...Without ever stepping foot inside a doctor’s office or resorting to crazy hormone pellets.
No need to make an appointment or even change outta your PJs.
Just come as you are–wherever you are–and listen in as I discuss ALL things hormones and midlife–with a bit of saucy humor.
(‘Cuz laughing is better than crying, unless it makes you pee.:)
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Next Steps:
- Become an AYTML Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/
- Take my FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/HormoneSelfAssessment
- Book a 15-minute Hormone Clarity Call: https://bit.ly/hormonecall
- Submit a Question to be Answered on the Pod: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife
- Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com
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The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally
—
Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam.
What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again!
Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜)
Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!?
—
Hello Friend.
(Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:)
Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.
I’m Monica Topete, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Hormone Imbalance Survivor. And I’m on a mission to help women in midlife balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!)
It wasn’t 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 body…and 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 weight–and keep it off–for 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 you’re expecting perimenopause…and beyond.
From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, that’s a thing!), I’ll 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, painful periods that look like a crime scene?…
Or struggling with symptoms like chronic headaches, fatigue, or brain fog that….(Oops! What was I saying again?)...
Are you beyond frustrated doing “all the things” to lose weight—but are still packing on the pounds faster than a sumo wrestler in training?…
Then, you’re in the right place.:)
There is a way you can balance your hormones naturally that doesn’t involve band-aid solutions like antidepressants or birth control pills (which are a BIG mistake! HUGE!)...and that only provide temporary relief without fixing the root problem.
In this podcast, you’ll learn how to:
- End painful periods and PMS
- Improve your sleep and reduce hot flashes and night sweats
- Alleviate hormonal headaches, fatigue, joint pain, and gut issues
- Reduce mood swings and depression (without meds)
- Move the scale on stubborn weight and belly fat
- And talk to your partner about perimenopause (without sounding like you’re totally insane!)
- It’s time to take back control of your hormones and show ‘em who’s boss!
...Without ever stepping foot inside a doctor’s office or resorting to crazy hormone pellets.
No need to make an appointment or even change outta your PJs.
Just come as you are–wherever you are–and listen in as I discuss ALL things hormones and midlife–with a bit of saucy humor.
(‘Cuz laughing is better than crying, unless it makes you pee.:)
---
Next Steps:
- Become an AYTML Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/
- Take my FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/HormoneSelfAssessment
- Book a 15-minute Hormone Clarity Call: https://bit.ly/hormonecall
- Submit a Question to be Answered on the Pod: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife
- Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com
99 | What Your Perimenopause Blood Tests Mean—& How to Actually Interpret Them [What I Wish I Knew Series]
Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally
23 minutes
2 weeks ago
99 | What Your Perimenopause Blood Tests Mean—& How to Actually Interpret Them [What I Wish I Knew Series]
Do You Have A Hormone Imbalance? Take my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
If you’ve ever logged into your patient portal, opened up your lab results, and thought, “Great… but what am I even looking at?”—you’re not alone.
According to a Gennev survey, two-thirds of midlife women say their doctors never explain what their hormone numbers actually mean.
In today’s episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on how to interpret your perimenopause blood tests, including which hormones to test, and how the timing, type of test, and phase of your cycle can completely impact the results.
In this episode, I‘ll address your most commonly asked questions, including:
✅ What hormones should women check during perimenopause?
✅ Is there a best time or day to get hormones tested?
✅ What’s the best way to test hormones — blood, saliva, or urine?
✅ What’s the difference between “normal” vs “optimal hormone levels”?
✅ What do my hormone test results mean?
✅ What should I do if my doctor won’t order hormone tests?
If you’ve ever asked, “Why is my hormone bloodwork 'normal' when I feel terrible?”—this episode connects the dots between your symptoms and your lab results.
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NEXT STEPS:
Reboot your energy, balance your mood, and move the scale on stubborn weight gain! Apply for my Master Your Midlife Hormones program: bit.ly/fixmyhormonesnow
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“WHAT I WISH I KNEW AT 40” SERIES
98 | When “Normal” Labs Lie: What Doctors Miss About Hormones in Perimenopause & Menopause [What I Wish I Knew Series]: https://pod.fo/e/3419f8
97 | When Anxiety, Anger, or Depression Is a Hormone Imbalance in Disguise [What I Wish I Knew Series]: https://pod.fo/e/33d3f1
96 | 5 Perimenopause Symptoms I Ignored at 40…And Why You Shouldn’t [What I Wish I Knew Series: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz
RESOURCES:
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–Weekly 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
Record a Question to Be Answered on the Pod: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife
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*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.
Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally
The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally
—
Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam.
What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again!
Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜)
Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!?
—
Hello Friend.
(Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:)
Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica.
I’m Monica Topete, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Hormone Imbalance Survivor. And I’m on a mission to help women in midlife balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!)
It wasn’t 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 body…and 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 weight–and keep it off–for 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 you’re expecting perimenopause…and beyond.
From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, that’s a thing!), I’ll 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, painful periods that look like a crime scene?…
Or struggling with symptoms like chronic headaches, fatigue, or brain fog that….(Oops! What was I saying again?)...
Are you beyond frustrated doing “all the things” to lose weight—but are still packing on the pounds faster than a sumo wrestler in training?…
Then, you’re in the right place.:)
There is a way you can balance your hormones naturally that doesn’t involve band-aid solutions like antidepressants or birth control pills (which are a BIG mistake! HUGE!)...and that only provide temporary relief without fixing the root problem.
In this podcast, you’ll learn how to:
- End painful periods and PMS
- Improve your sleep and reduce hot flashes and night sweats
- Alleviate hormonal headaches, fatigue, joint pain, and gut issues
- Reduce mood swings and depression (without meds)
- Move the scale on stubborn weight and belly fat
- And talk to your partner about perimenopause (without sounding like you’re totally insane!)
- It’s time to take back control of your hormones and show ‘em who’s boss!
...Without ever stepping foot inside a doctor’s office or resorting to crazy hormone pellets.
No need to make an appointment or even change outta your PJs.
Just come as you are–wherever you are–and listen in as I discuss ALL things hormones and midlife–with a bit of saucy humor.
(‘Cuz laughing is better than crying, unless it makes you pee.:)
---
Next Steps:
- Become an AYTML Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/
- Take my FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/HormoneSelfAssessment
- Book a 15-minute Hormone Clarity Call: https://bit.ly/hormonecall
- Submit a Question to be Answered on the Pod: https://www.speakpipe.com/AreYouThereMidlife
- Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com
