Your coping style might be costing you energy Many high-functioning women are used to tying their worth to productivity, reliability, and always being available. Often, this pattern develops early in life and can look like a strength on the outside. In perimenopause, however, the same coping style can become harder…
Your tolerance isn’t the same anymore Many women notice their emotional threshold shifts in perimenopause. Things that once felt minor can suddenly feel overwhelming or overstimulating. Even patterns like premenstrual irritability can become stronger, happen earlier in the cycle, and feel harder to manage. It’s not that you’re becoming “less…
This episode explores the hidden energy shift happening in perimenopause where hormones affect every system in the body including metabolism, recovery, and mental clarity. We break down why common strategies like intense workouts and calorie restriction stop working and why fatigue becomes the most common complaint. Learn what is really…
If you are eating well, exercising, cutting alcohol, doing everything right, and your body is still not cooperating, this episode is the one you have been waiting for. Dr. Shauna Watts sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, functional practitioner, hormone specialist, and author of The Perimenopause Revolution, for one of…
You’re not on a countdown The idea that HRT can only be used for five years is outdated. There is no fixed expiry date for treatment. For many women, HRT can be continued for as long as benefits outweigh risks, depending on individual health and symptoms. #HRT #WomensHealth #MenopauseCare #HormoneHealth…
Many symptoms that look like perimenopause can actually be caused by other conditions. Thyroid issues, for example, can trigger hot flushes, palpitations, hair loss, and anxiety-like symptoms. Low vitamin B12 can also lead to brain fog, memory problems, and tingling sensations. That’s why it’s important to check for other causes…
Dryness and discomfort can happen much earlier than you think Low estrogen isn’t only a midlife issue. During breastfeeding, hormone levels naturally drop, which can lead to vaginal dryness and discomfort. Local vaginal hormone therapy can be helpful in restoring comfort for some women during this stage as well. #WomensHealth…
For years, symptoms of perimenopause were often mistaken for anxiety or depression. Antidepressants became a common first step, partly because hormone therapy was used less widely and clinical practice was more cautious. The challenge is that when the root cause is hormonal change, treating mood alone doesn’t always resolve what’s…
If you have ever been handed antidepressants when what you actually needed was a hormone check, this episode is the conversation you should have had in that doctor's office. This is Part 2 of the live Q&A event hosted by Dr Shaun Watts where a panel of experts answered the…
When sleep is off, everything shifts. Hunger increases, cravings rise, stress hormones stay elevated, and energy drops. That combination makes weight changes and exercise feel much harder. This isn’t about discipline. If sleep isn’t addressed first, the rest becomes an uphill battle. #SleepHealth #Perimenopause #HormoneHealth #WomensWellness #BetterSleep ------------------ Follow Dr…
Sleep helps regulate the hormones that control hunger. When you don’t get enough, the signals shift. You feel less satisfied and more hungry, especially for quick, high-energy foods. This isn’t a lack of discipline. It’s your body trying to compensate for low energy. SleepHealth #HormoneHealth #HungerHormones #MidlifeWellness #Nutrition ------------------------- Follow…
Your body only needs a small amount of melatonin, yet many supplements contain far more. Taking too much can throw off your sleep timing rather than improve it. Melatonin can help you fall asleep, but it won’t fix middle-of-the-night waking. That usually points to something deeper. #SleepHealth #Melatonin #BetterSleep #MidlifeWellness…
Waking in the early hours, fully alert, is a common midlife sleep disruption. It’s often tied to changes in how your body regulates stress hormones. Without the same hormonal balance, your system can switch into “awake mode” too soon, leaving you restless when you should still be sleeping. This isn’t…
Magnesium can support better sleep by calming the nervous system, but results depend on the form. Many popular products use types that are poorly absorbed or mainly affect digestion. For sleep and relaxation, magnesium glycinate is often the better choice due to how well it’s absorbed and how it works…
Why the old rules suddenly stop working Before midlife, I could prep for an event, watch calories, hit my steps, skip treats, and see results. After 40, nothing worked the same. Weight changes, cravings, and metabolism shifts hit hard and no one hands you a guide. #MidlifeHealth #HormoneChanges #MetabolismShift #WomensWellness…
Struggling to sleep through the night in perimenopause? Many women do and it’s not just stress or lifestyle. In this episode of the All About You Podcast, Dr. Shauna Watts unpacks the hormonal reasons behind disrupted sleep and shares strategies that actually work. Sleep disruption is one of the most…
What happens when your body suddenly changes overnight? At 40, after a full hysterectomy, she faced early menopause with no guidance. Hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, and lost confidence felt overwhelming. So many women experience this silently. Understanding what’s happening and seeking support can help you feel like yourself…
Suddenly, you can’t ignore what’s been bothering you Midlife brings a shift. As estrogen drops, the patience that once smoothed over frustrations fades. Women often notice they’re less willing to tolerate what doesn’t feel right. This isn’t anger, it’s clarity. #MidlifeAwareness #HormoneHealth #WomensWellness #BoundariesMatter #SelfDiscovery ------------------------------- Follow Dr Shauna and…
Midlife shifts can impact both body and mind Hormonal changes in midlife can make you feel off-balance in ways you never expected. Sleep disturbances, sudden anxiety, and a sense of disconnect from yourself are common, even for those who’ve always been confident. Recognizing these changes is key to finding strategies…
Small changes can transform how you feel every day. Midlife shifts aren’t just about hormones. Small, strategic changes to nutrition and lifestyle can make a huge difference in mood, energy, and self-connection. #MidlifeWellness #WomenHealth #FeelingLikeYourself #HormoneBalance #SelfCare ------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com. Instagram:…
It didn’t just appear now ADHD is lifelong, but perimenopause and menopause can make symptoms more noticeable. Trouble focusing or feeling scattered? It might be your hormones unmasking what’s always been there. #ADHDAwareness #MidlifeHealth #Perimenopause #MenopauseSupport #AdultADHD ------------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com. Instagram:…
Why female pleasure often gets overlooked Most women weren’t taught that arousal can take time or that clitoral stimulation matters for orgasm. Early messages focused on male pleasure, leaving women feeling their needs don’t count. Understanding this helps reclaim intimacy and confidence in midlife. #MidlifeIntimacy #FemalePleasure #WomensHealth #SexConfidence #HealthyRelationships -------------…
It’s not just change it’s saying goodbye to what could have been Midlife brings more than physical changes. It can also mean letting go of chapters we expected or dreams that didn’t happen. Women often experience a quiet grief during this time that goes unspoken. Recognizing this feeling can help…
Most women don’t realise what’s happening to them in midlife, they just know they don’t feel like themselves anymore. In this special International Women’s Day episode, Dr. Shauna Watts hosts a live panel with experts in women’s health, psychology, pelvic health, and a powerful personal story from someone who has…
