In this episode of the Menowave Lounge, hosts Robin and Marti bring together menopause care experts Jennifer Gilliland, Dr. Manon Fielding, and Vanessa Weiland to address common questions from their Facebook support group. The conversation covers a range of topics including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the impact of nutrition on menopause symptoms, and the influence of stress on weight gain. The experts provide valuable insights and practical advice, emphasizing the importance of personalized care and self-empowerment. They also discuss non-pharmaceutical options, the role of phytoestrogens, and the need for a balanced approach to managing menopause. The episode concludes with an invitation to the Menopalooza retreat in Sedona, Arizona, for further learning and community support.

00:00 Introduction to the Menopause Lounge

00:41 Meet the Experts

01:53 Medicalization of Menopause

05:50 Nutrition and Menopause

14:32 Stress and Weight Management

22:22 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Insights

29:37 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Helpful Links:

Enter your “Marble of the Day:

https://www.menowave.org/marbles

Sign up for the Menopalooza Retreat in Sedona, AZ November 4-7 2024: https://www.menowaveretreats.com/

Sign up for Marti Daly’s “Mind Massage” Hypnosis experience on any Wednesday evening: https://menopausereimagined.thinkific.com/products/live_events/mind-massage-marti-daly

Email Marti: ⁠marti@martidaly.com⁠

Robin Duke: https://www.bodymindcoaching.biz/

Vanessa Weiland: phasesclinic.com

Menopause 101: Navigating Change with Confidence: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/2/p9x01tm

Jennifer Gilliland: ⁠jennifergillilandnutrition.com

Dr. Manon Fielding: ⁠askmeanythingaging.com⁠

Join the Menopause Support Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/439232282854798

Check out Menowave: www.menowave.org