In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson sit down with the brilliant and compassionate Dr. Jessica Shepherd—OBGYN, women’s health expert, and fierce advocate for empowering women through every stage of life.

We dive deep into the truth about perimenopause and menopause—what’s really happening in our bodies, why so many women feel ignored or dismissed by the medical system, and how to finally get the support and answers we deserve.

Dr. Shepherd breaks down the science in a way that makes sense, shares how we can advocate for ourselves in doctor’s offices, and reminds us that we’re not crazy—we’re hormonal, and that matters. This episode is packed with validation, real talk, and tangible tools to help you feel informed, seen, and powerful in your midlife journey.

💥 Topics We Cover:

• The signs and symptoms of perimenopause (that no one tells you about)

• How to talk to your doctor and get real answers

• Why hormone therapy is misunderstood—and how it can actually help

• The emotional and mental shifts that come with this phase of life

• What it means to truly wake her up during the most transformative time in a woman’s life

You don’t have to suffer in silence or feel invisible. You’re not alone—and you’re not done yet.

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In this episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson dive into the big question so many midlife women are asking: Is it possible to have a personal transformation without blowing up your marriage?

We’re talking midlife glow-ups, redefining independence inside a relationship, and what it really means to reclaim your autonomy without abandoning your partner. From sleep divorces to getting your own bedroom (yes, really), we explore how carving out space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—can be the key to deeper self-discovery and connection.

Whether you’re craving more freedom, feeling stuck in old patterns, or just wondering if there's more for you in this season of life, this episode is your permission slip to explore new possibilities—without needing to walk away from everything.

💬 Topics We Cover:

• Can you change without losing your relationship?

• What a “sleep divorce” is and why more women are choosing it

• The difference between isolation and autonomy

• How to allow your partner space and claim your own

✨ This conversation is raw, real, and full of “Oh my god, me too” moments. Tune in and find the courage to wake her up—the you that’s been waiting.

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In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill sits down with Melissa Vogel from The Bomb Life Podcast to talk about something many of us face but few openly discuss—breakups in midlife. Whether it's the end of a romantic relationship, friendship, or even a shift in family dynamics, these losses can shake us to our core.

Marcella and Melissa explore what it really means to mourn the loss of meaningful relationships without losing yourself in the process. They dive into how to honor your grief, what to take away from the experience, and the deep truth that losing relationships is not a sign that something is wrong with you—it's a natural part of living, growing, and evolving.

If you've ever wondered how to navigate heartbreak while still becoming your most awakened self, this conversation will remind you that breakups aren’t breakdowns—they're breakthroughs.

Listen in and wake up to the wisdom that midlife has to offer—even in the moments of loss.

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