Are you ready to rock menopause from the inside out? What if I told you that thriving through menopause isn't just about managing symptoms, but about healing; starting with your gut and doing some deep inner work. Today’s guest Esther Blum is here to talk about how you can transform your gut health, reclaim your power and navigate menopause like a total rock star. This week, episode 27 of Pleasure in the Pause is about mastering menopause like a rockstar!

In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Esther Blum shares the importance of self-advocacy at the doctor’s office and actionable steps you can take right now to start healing your gut, hormones, and emotions for a better menopause journey.

Highlights from our discussion include:

• The pillars of menopausal health: sleep, diet, and stress management.
• The importance of gut health in combating bloating, constipation, and other symptoms associated with declining estrogen and progesterone.
• Emotional healing practices and setting healthy boundaries.
• Being persistent and proactice in your menopause case, and finding a provider who is knowledgable and supportive.

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Esther Blum is an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause Expert. In the past 27 years she has helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones and self-advocacy. Esther is the bestselling author of See ya later, Ovulator, Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat, Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous, Secrets of Gorgeous, and The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project. Widely respected as an industry expert, Esther was voted Best Nutritionist by Manhattan Magazine. She has appeared on Dr. Oz, the Today Show, A Healthy You with Carol Alt, the ISAAC show, ABC-TV, FOX- 5’s Good Day NY, and Fox News Live. Esther is an in-demand authority frequently quoted in E!Online, In Touch, Time Magazine, The New York Post, The Los Angeles Times, In Style, Bazaar, Self, Fitness, Marie Claire, and Cosmo.

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Have you ever wished you could find a doctor you feel totally comfortable talking to about every aspect of your health, especially during the menopause transition? Someone who not only understands the science, but who truly gets what you're going through on an emotional and personal level. Dr. Jessica Shepherd is that girlfriend doctor for many, sharing her compassionate practice on the Today Show, Good Morning America, and many other platforms. Dr. Shepherds is here to talk about her book, Generation M coming out this October and more! This week, episode 26 of Pleasure in the Pause is about navigating menopause with holistic wellness!

In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Dr. Jessica Shepherd shares the importance of addressing the emotional and relational aspects of health and actionable steps you can take right now to make informed decisions regarding your healthcare in preimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

Highlights from our discussion include:

• The role of lifestyle, mindfulness, and Eastern philosophy in Dr. Shepherd’s practice.
• The impact of menopause on various body systems, including the brain, gut, bones, and heart.
• Being body aware and tracking your symptoms during perimenopause and menopause.
• How women of color experience menopause differently and can manage their expectations regarding when and how symptoms appear.

To pre-order Generation M: Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause, you can visit Dr. Shepherd’s website, or check your favorite book retailer!

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Dr. Jessica Shepherd is a board-certified OBGYN and a trailblazer in women's health, practicing at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. As the founder and CEO of Sanctum Med + Wellness, Dr. Shepherd integrates traditional and alternative medicine to provide comprehensive care. She is a passionate advocate for women navigating all facets of the menopausal journey, dedicated to enhancing their longevity and well-being through holistic support that addresses their physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs.

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Have you ever wondered why something as universal as menopause, a transition that every woman will experience, remains such a silent topic? Why do millions of women face this life stage feeling isolated, underprepared, and unheard? Our guest today, filmmaker and menopause advocate Denise Pines, is spearheading a movement to shred the silence of menopause with her new documentary! This week, episode 25 of Pleasure in the Pause is about shredding the silence on menopause!

In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Denise Pines shares the importance of openly sharing menopause stories and actionable steps you can take right now to support the release of the documentary.

Highlights from our discussion include:

• The inspiration behind The M Factor and why now is the perfect time to put menopause in the spotlight.
• Disparities faced by black and brown women in menopause.
• How employers can better support women in menopause.
• The work that still needs to be done in healthcare and allowing women the opportunity and confidence to speak about their menopause experiences.

To learn more about the film and find a screening near you, visit https://themfactorfilm.com/.

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Denise Pines is co-founder of Women in the Room Productions, where she is committed to diversity in front of and behind the screen. Pines is a media pioneer, award-winning marketer, serial entrepreneur, and community health advocate. Pines is the immediate past president of the Medical Board of California and sits on the board of the Federation of State Medical Boards and the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.

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