Dr. Sue McCreadie, MD, is a paediatrician and midlife transformation expert who helps women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s navigate hormones, heartbreak, and healing. In this candid conversation, we explore the fear and shame many of us feel around perimenopause, how to separate identity from emotion, and practical ways to move through self-doubt with love.

We talk about:

• Perimenopause 101: what’s happening in our bodies and why the timeline is so individual
• Naming shame & fear (Jess’s “black ball”) and how to unhook “I am” statements
• Self-doubt in high-achieving women + tiny, loving actions that rebuild confidence
• Masculine structure vs. feminine flow in creativity, business, and healing
• “What would love do?” as a daily compass for boundaries, rest, forgiveness, and courage
• Second callings: surrendering control and following the breadcrumbs

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Uncover your greatest gift, biggest growth opportunity, and 8 personalized ideas to joy as a midlife woman.

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Resources & Links:

Dr. Sue’s website: https://www.drsuemccreadie.com/

Substack: https://drsuemccreadie.substack.com/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drsuemccreadie/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsuemccreadie/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejessvanrose

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeaftertraumapodcast

www.jessicavanrose.com

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