Perimenopause Decoded: Relief, Strength & Sleep

Hot flashes aren’t “in your head”... they’re in your hormones. Here’s how to calm the chaos, protect your bones, and feel like yourself again. Hosted by Lisa Urbanski, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Helen Stearns, DNP, breaks down what’s really happening in perimenopause (often starting late 30s/early 40s), why labs can look “normal” while you feel awful, and the evidence-based options that bring relief, without the runaround. What you’ll learn: Perimenopause 101: Why hormones swing wildly for 4–10 years and how that drives rage, anxiety, insomnia, skin shifts, and midsection weight gain Real relief options: How personalized hormone therapy can help mood, sleep, and energy... and why timing and safety matter Intimacy & comfort: Treating vaginal dryness/pain (often safely, even for most breast cancer survivors) to restore desire and connection Stronger for life: Why strength training is “longevity medicine” (bone density, fall prevention, muscle power) and when to ask about a DEXA scan Daily foundations: Plant-diverse nutrition, sleep hygiene, stress resets, and the longevity boost of female friendships Self-advocacy: How to find menopause-informed clinicians, vet advice online, and bring solid resources to your appointments First step after listening: Move your body today! Walk in nature, then create a cool, dark, screen-free wind-down for better sleep tonight.Explore more from Helen!Website: http://www.helenstearnsdnp.com/ Instagram & Facebook: @helenstearnsdnpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenstearnsdnp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices