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  • 90. Anger, Irritability & Rage in Perimenopause (and What to Do About It)

    90. Anger, Irritability & Rage in Perimenopause (and What to Do About It)
    Dec 10 2025
    If you've been snapping at people you love, feeling angry for no reason, or like you're becoming someone you barely recognize, this episode explains why. Perimenopause rage is a physiological response to shifting hormones, mineral depletion, and decades of over-functioning. In this episode, Claudia breaks down what's driving the emotional volatility, why traditional advice doesn't help, and what it actually takes to feel calm and grounded again. In this episode, you'll learn: The surprising hormonal shifts that trigger sudden rage in perimenopauseWhy low progesterone and fluctuating estrogen wreak havoc on your moodHow cortisol dysregulation makes you more reactive to stressThe connection between mineral depletion, burnout, and emotional overwhelmWhy rage often shows up at home and impacts your closest relationshipsThe steps you can take to feel more stable, supported, and like yourself again [WATCH ON YOUTUBE] ________________________________________________________ **BLACK FRIDAY SALE EXTENDED** Save $100 on a Perimenopause Clarity Session with me - a focused, personalized way to help you understand what's really going on in your body. Limited time only, limited spots, sale ends 12/15. Here's what's included: ✔ A personalized review of your health, one lab, and your symptoms ✔ Clear, customized next steps to start feeling better ASAP ✔ Opportunity to get your questions answered — without the overwhelm And because I know many women want answers now but plan to commit more deeply in the New Year, I'm adding a special bonus: 🎁 Bonus: Purchase your Clarity Session by December 15th, book it by January 15, 2026, and if you decide to join The Perimenopause Method by January 31st, you'll get an extra 1:1 session during your program — free. ➡️ It's perfect if you want support now, but plan to begin your full healing journey after the holidays. If you've been feeling confused by your symptoms: the fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, sleep disruption, anxiety, or cycle irregularities — this session will give you answers, direction, and a plan you can trust. Book A Perimenopause Clarity Session HERE ________________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause – it really helps our show get seen by more women! CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries FREE RESOURCES: Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course GET SUPPORT: Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.
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    12 m
  • 89. Menopause in Your 40s: How My Teammate Tonya Romano Navigated the Transition Holistically

    89. Menopause in Your 40s: How My Teammate Tonya Romano Navigated the Transition Holistically
    Dec 3 2025

    In this episode, Claudia sits down with Tonya Romano, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and co-coach inside The Perimenopause Method, to talk about her personal journey into menopause - a few years earlier than expected.

    From losing her period in her 40s to discovering the power of functional testing, nutrition, weight training, and hormone therapy, Tonya's story will resonate with any woman wondering if what she's feeling is "normal."

    We covered:

    • The early signs Tonya experienced that hinted something was off

    • What it was like going through menopause in her 40s

    • How her doctor didn't give any solution other than hormonal birth control

    • How a functional approach to health helped improve her symptoms

    • The mindset shifts and lifestyle changes that helped her feel like herself again

    • How she navigated HRT and finding the right provider

    • What she wishes more women did to prepare for menopause

    • How her experience shapes her work with clients inside The Perimenopause Method

    CONNECT WITH TONYA:

    Website

    Instagram

    **SALE EXTENDED** Save $100 on a Perimenopause Clarity Session with me - a focused, personalized way to help you understand what's really going on in your body. Limited time only, limited spots, sale ends 12/15. Here's what's included: ✔ A personalized review of your health, one lab, and your symptoms
    ✔ Clear, customized next steps to start feeling better ASAP
    ✔ Opportunity to get your questions answered — without the overwhelm And because I know many women want answers now but plan to commit more deeply in the New Year, I'm adding a special bonus: 🎁 Bonus:
    Purchase your Clarity Session by November 30th, book it by January 15, 2026, and if you decide to join The Perimenopause Method by January 31st, you'll get an extra 1:1 session during your program — free. ➡️ It's perfect if you want support now, but plan to begin your full healing journey after the holidays. If you've been feeling confused by your symptoms: the fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, sleep disruption, anxiety, or cycle irregularities — this session will give you answers, direction, and a plan you can trust. Book A Perimenopause Clarity Session HERE

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  • 88. Stop Overcomplicating Health After 40: Here's What Women in Perimenopause Need First

    88. Stop Overcomplicating Health After 40: Here's What Women in Perimenopause Need First
    Nov 26 2025
    Tired, bloated, moody, or not like yourself? Before you assume it's mold, Lyme, or some complicated "root cause", it might be time to get back to the basics. In this episode, Claudia shares what women in perimenopause truly need to focus on first to start feeling better. She breaks down why functional medicine sometimes leads to fear and confusion, and how to simplify your approach, so your body can finally heal and thrive in your 40s and beyond. What You'll Learn: The truth about why women over 40 overcomplicate their health (and what to do instead) The key foundations your body needs before diving into expensive testing or complicated protocols Why your body can't heal if it doesn't feel safe, nourished, or rested The role of discipline, consistency, and nervous system regulation in real healing When it's actually time to explore deeper root causes like gut issues or chronic infections Resources: Cure Hydration (save 20% with code: healthcoachclaudia) --------------------------------------------------------------------- **BLACK FRIDAY PROMOTION** Save $100 on a Perimenopause Clarity Session with me - a focused, personalized way to help you understand what's really going on in your body. Limited time only, limited spots, sale ends 12/1. Here's what's included: ✔ A personalized review of your health, one lab, and your symptoms ✔ Clear, customized next steps to start feeling better ASAP ✔ Opportunity to get your questions answered — without the overwhelm And because I know many women want answers now but plan to commit more deeply in the New Year, I'm adding a special bonus: 🎁 Bonus: Purchase your Clarity Session by November 30th, book it by January 15, 2026, and if you decide to join The Perimenopause Method by January 31st, you'll get an extra 1:1 session during your program — free. ➡️ It's perfect if you want support now, but plan to begin your full healing journey after the holidays. If you've been feeling confused by your symptoms: the fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, sleep disruption, anxiety, or cycle irregularities — this session will give you answers, direction, and a plan you can trust. ------------------------------------------------------------------ CLICK TO WATCH ON YOUTUBE LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause! CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries FREE RESOURCES: Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course GET SUPPORT: Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.
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    13 m
  • 87. Redefining Yourself Over 40: One Bold Move at a Time (Even When It Feels Scary)

    87. Redefining Yourself Over 40: One Bold Move at a Time (Even When It Feels Scary)
    Nov 19 2025
    Feeling stuck or craving change lately? In this episode, Claudia shares how a simple impulsive hair-dye moment became a reminder that midlife is the perfect season to reinvent yourself. Whether it's changing careers, reconnecting with your partner, starting a new workout routine, or simply saying yes to what you've been putting off - this episode helps you rediscover who you are beyond the roles you've played. Learn how to build self-trust, embrace change without fear, and find confidence after 40 - one bold move at a time. In this episode, you'll learn: Why midlife is the ideal time for reinvention and rediscovery How fear keeps women stuck in "safe but stagnant" routines Real-life examples of small changes that reignite confidence Simple ways to experiment without overhauling your entire life Reflection prompts to help you identify where you're craving change How honoring your desires creates momentum and self-trust Resources Mentioned: Rebellion Body Jake Woodard [WATCH ON YOUTUBE] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **BLACK FRIDAY PROMOTION** Starting November 23rd you can save $100 on a Perimenopause Clarity Session with me - a focused, personalized way to help you understand what's really going on in your body. Here's what's included: ✔ A personalized review of your health, one lab, and your symptoms ✔ Clear, customized next steps to start feeling better ASAP ✔ Opportunity to get your questions answered — without the overwhelm And because I know many women want answers now but plan to commit more deeply in the New Year, I'm adding a special bonus: 🎁 Bonus: Purchase your Clarity Session by November 30th, book it by January 15, 2026, and if you decide to join The Perimenopause Method by January 31st, you'll get an extra 1:1 session during your program — free. ➡️ It's perfect if you want support now, but plan to begin your full healing journey after the holidays. If you've been feeling confused by your symptoms: the fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, sleep disruption, anxiety, or cycle irregularities — this session will give you answers, direction, and a plan you can trust. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause! CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries FREE RESOURCES: Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course GET SUPPORT: Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.
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  • 86. No, Your Blood Work Probably Isn't 'Normal' Over 40

    86. No, Your Blood Work Probably Isn't 'Normal' Over 40
    Nov 5 2025

    If your doctor told you your labs are "normal" but you still feel tired, bloated, anxious, or off in your body, this episode is for you. Claudia explains the difference between conventional lab ranges and optimal ones, the patterns most doctors overlook, and how functional blood work can finally give you the clarity and answers you've been missing in perimenopause.

    You'll learn:

    • Why "normal" lab results don't mean your body is functioning optimally
    • The difference between conventional and functional lab interpretation
    • Common markers that get dismissed - and why they matter
    • What functional practitioners look for that most doctors don't
    • How missed patterns can lead to years of unnecessary symptoms
    • How we use blood work inside The Perimenopause Method to build effective plans

    Sources:

    Defining laboratory reference values

    Understanding the limitations of laboratory reference ranges

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    FREE RESOURCES:

    Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones

    Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes

    Perimenopause Daily Checklist

    HRT 3-Day Crash Course

    GET SUPPORT:

    Perimenopause Clarity Session

    The Perimenopause Method Program

    Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course

    PRODUCTS WE LOVE:

    Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)

    Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)

    BodyHealth Reds Powder

    Symphony Natural Health Melatonin

    Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA

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    7 m
  • 85. Over 40 with More Hair 'Down There' & Everywhere?

    85. Over 40 with More Hair 'Down There' & Everywhere?
    Oct 29 2025

    If you've noticed more chin hair, nipple hair, or thicker pubic hair in your 40s…you're not imagining it. In this episode, Claudia breaks down what's really behind the sudden hair growth and how your midlife hormones and metabolism are connected.

    You'll learn:

    • Why androgen hormones can spike during perimenopause and trigger hair growth
    • How declining estrogen and progesterone make androgens more dominant
    • The link between insulin resistance and excess hair - and why how you eat matters
    • Key labs to assess metabolic and hormone health
    • The role of inflammation, gut health, and stress in elevated androgens
    • What to do about it: lifestyle strategies, supplements to consider, and testing

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    Sources:

    DHT (Dihydrotestosterone)

    Association of Androgen Excess with Glucose Intolerance

    Inflammatory Stimuli Trigger Increased Androgen Production

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    FREE RESOURCES:

    Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones

    Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes

    Perimenopause Daily Checklist

    HRT 3-Day Crash Course

    GET SUPPORT:

    Perimenopause Clarity Session

    The Perimenopause Method Program

    Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course

    PRODUCTS WE LOVE:

    Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)

    Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)

    BodyHealth Reds Powder

    Symphony Natural Health Melatonin

    Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA

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    10 m
  • 84. The Midlife Call-Up: How Hormone Shifts Become a Divine Invitation to Slow Down, Heal & Redefine Success

    84. The Midlife Call-Up: How Hormone Shifts Become a Divine Invitation to Slow Down, Heal & Redefine Success
    Oct 21 2025
    In this powerful and heart-opening conversation, I joined my good friend Jennifer Ragazzo, a Soul Aligned Wellness Coach, on her podcast, The Daily Surrender, to explore the sacred intersection of hormones, healing and higher purpose. Together we unpack: Hormonal shifts that shape midlife and why your changing body is not betraying you - it's inviting you to listen deeperHow pushing, striving, and over-controlling can sabotage your hormones, creativity, and peaceWhy redefining success in this season means aligning with your biology and your soulSpiritual and emotional freedom that comes when you pause & assess all areas of your life WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE JENNIFER RAGAZZO: Jennifer Ragazzo is a Soul-Aligned Wellness Coach who guides women through midlife transitions as sacred invitations to awaken and embody their Divine Design. Blending applied functional medicine, naturopathy, and integrative nutrition with psychology, metaphysics, and spiritual wisdom, she helps women get to the root-root-root of their dis-ease and return to alignment in body, mind, and soul. Through her signature approach, Jennifer empowers women to see perimenopause not as a breakdown, but as a Divine call-up into their most authentic, vibrant, and purpose-filled season of life. CONNECT WITH JENNIFER: Grab Jen's FREE Calm & Receive Mini-retreat Follow Soulful Living on Substack Website Instagram YouTube LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause! CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries FREE RESOURCES: Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course GET SUPPORT: Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.
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  • 83. Food Noise in Perimenopause: Why You're Always Hungry (and How to Fix It)

    83. Food Noise in Perimenopause: Why You're Always Hungry (and How to Fix It)
    Oct 15 2025

    Are you always thinking about food, feeling hungry, or never fully satisfied in perimenopause? You're not alone.

    In this episode, Claudia breaks down why food noise gets louder in midlife, the role of fluctuating hormones, and how nutrition, movement, and even how GLP-1s can help you finally feel in control.

    You'll learn:

    • How estrogen fluctuations and blood sugar dips drive constant hunger

    • Why under-eating over 40 backfires

    • The impact of activity level and strength training on fueling needs

    • The role of progesterone and testosterone in appetite

    • How GLP-1 medications quiet food noise - and why I don't dismiss them

    • Are you hungry for something more in midlife?

    Links Mentioned

    Ep. 78: Undereating After 40: The #1 Habit Wrecking Your Hormones & Metabolism

    The Effect of Carbohydrate Intake on Strength and Resistance Training

    Protein Intake to Support Muscle Mass

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    Inquiries

    FREE RESOURCES:

    Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones

    Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes

    Perimenopause Daily Checklist

    HRT 3-Day Crash Course

    GET SUPPORT:

    Perimenopause Clarity Session

    The Perimenopause Method Program

    Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course

    PRODUCTS WE LOVE:

    Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)

    Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)

    BodyHealth Reds Powder

    Symphony Natural Health Melatonin

    Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA

    For more products we recommend, click HERE.
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    10 m