Menopause and perimenopause are often something women are told to simply “endure.” But what if thriving—not just surviving—was possible?

In this empowering episode of Crown and Sage, host Veronica Contreras sits down with Helen Stearns, DNP, a dual board-certified nurse practitioner and certified menopause provider, to uncover the truth about women’s midlife health.

You’ll learn:
✅ The difference between “common” vs. “normal” symptoms
✅ Why perimenopause can last up to 10 years—and how to navigate it
✅ What to know about mood swings, brain fog, sleep disruption, libido changes & more
✅ Hormone therapy (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone): myths vs. evidence
✅ Estrogen’s role in heart and bone health
✅ Safe, non-hormonal options for symptom relief
✅ How men can better support the women in their lives

Helen shares not only science-backed solutions but also a message of empowerment: menopause can be a season of strength, creativity, and transformation.

📌 Connect with Helen: helenstearnsdnp.com
| IG: @helenstearnsdnp

💡 Mentioned in this episode:

• Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Dr. Heather Hirsch, Dr. Kelly Casperson, Dr. Corrine Menn, Laura Lambe
• Books: You Are Not Broken (Casperson), How to Menopause (Fadal), Unlock Your Menopause Type (Hirsch), The Menopause Brain (Mosconi), The New Menopause (Haver)

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The person I was before… she died in that bathtub.”

✨ In this episode, Dr.Eva shares how pregnancy and postpartum reshaped her identity, her business, and her marriage — while Dr.Joe opens up about learning how to communicate, reconnect, and grow through the chaos.

This isn’t just about becoming parents. It’s about letting go of old versions of ourselves to make space for something new.

🎧 Listen now: Crown & Sage Podcast Episode 5.

In Episode 4 of Crown & Sage, Veronica is joined by business owner, coach, and fellow mom Karla Lopez.

Karla reflects on 30+ years in the beauty industry, building a business from scratch, waiting 15 years to become a mother, and raising bilingual, bicultural kids with confidence.

They talk about:

- How to “layer” your life goals instead of chasing balance
- Parenting boys vs. girls and releasing control
- Leading with discipline and grace in work and motherhood
- The importance of cultural legacy and Spanish language fluency

This episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom, laughs, and real talk for women navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, and identity.

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe!