Estrogen has gotten a bad reputation over the years. Many women have been told it’s dangerous, unnecessary, or something you should avoid until you’re fully in menopause. But the truth is, perimenopause is often the time when estrogen support can matter the most.

In this episode of Peri Chats, we break down what is really happening in the body during perimenopause and why so many women start feeling “off” years before menopause actually arrives.

Estrogen doesn’t simply decline overnight. During perimenopause it can swing dramatically from month to month, creating the hormonal rollercoaster responsible for many of the symptoms women experience in their late 30s and 40s — from anxiety and sleep disruption to brain fog, joint pain, and cycle changes.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why estrogen fluctuations — not just decline — drive many perimenopause symptoms • How bone density begins to decline earlier than most women realize • The critical role estrogen plays in protecting the brain and cognition • How estrogen supports cardiovascular and metabolic health • Why stabilizing hormones during perimenopause can make a significant difference in how women feel • The importance of looking at hormones as a system — including progesterone, thyroid, gut health, stress, and detox pathways

This conversation is about education and understanding what’s actually happening inside the body, so women can make informed decisions about their health during this transition.

If you’ve ever been told “your labs are normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, this episode will help you understand why.

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Podcast Episode Description

How do you know if you're in perimenopause… or if something else is going on?

In this episode of Peri Chats, we’re talking about the phase of life that so many women experience but very few truly understand — perimenopause.

For many women, this transition begins years before menopause, often showing up in subtle ways long before periods stop. Anxiety that feels new, sleep disruption, brain fog, changes in weight or energy, worsening PMS, or simply feeling like your body is no longer responding the way it used to.

The frustrating part? Many women are told their labs are “normal” and that everything is fine — even though they clearly feel different.

In this episode, Erin breaks down:

• What perimenopause actually is and when it typically begins • The most common early symptoms women notice • Why hormone testing during this phase can be confusing • What underlying hormone changes may be happening • Lifestyle and treatment approaches that can help support your body through this transition

We also begin the conversation around estrogen and why it matters so much during perimenopause — not just for symptoms, but for long-term health including the brain, bones, and cardiovascular system.

Perimenopause isn’t the beginning of decline. It’s a biological transition — and when you understand what’s happening in your body, you can support it in a much more intentional way.

If you’ve ever thought “Something feels off but no one can explain why,” this episode is for you.

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In this episode, we sit down with Stacy Kestin, Co-Founder and Owner of Wellbel — the hair wellness brand redefining confidence from the inside out.

With over three decades of experience as a life coach and entrepreneur, Stacy has built her career around helping people align their internal health with how they show up in the world. Her approach blends emotional insight, sharp business acumen, and a deep belief that confidence isn’t cosmetic — it’s foundational.

In this episode, we talk all about hair loss in perimenopause and menopause — why it happens, what’s actually driving it, and what most women are missing when they try to fix it.

We dive into:

• The root causes of hair thinning beyond just hormones

• Why we recommend Wellbel over other hair supplements

• The truth about high-dose biotin (and what it can actually do)

• Key ingredients that truly support hair growth

• What makes Wellbel different from everything else on the market

If you’ve been dealing with hair changes and not getting real answers, this conversation will give you clarity — and a path forward.

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