Today’s conversation goes deep into the connection between confidence, sleep, and hormones, and why so many women over 40 are walking around exhausted, discouraged, and misdiagnosed. Kimberly Cunningham, board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Cunningham Clinic, breaks down the real science behind night sweats, broken sleep cycles, low libido, stubborn fatigue, confidence dips, and that nagging feeling of “something is off.”

We talk sleep apnea, thyroid, testosterone, estrogen, vitamin deficiencies, cortisol, the myth of “just push through,” and the sleep hygiene habits that truly make a difference. If you’ve ever felt unseen or dismissed by a provider, you’ll especially appreciate our candid conversation about medical gaslighting.

This episode is your permission slip to feel good again: in your skin, your energy, and your confidence!

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Today, we’re flipping the script. In Episode 81, our husbands join us to share what midlife, hormones, and healing have looked like from their side of the story. You’ll hear honest reflections on mood changes, intimacy shifts, medical frustration, caregiving, and the relief that came when we finally discovered hormone replacement therapy.

We talk testosterone, sleep, weight changes, depression, chronic pain, recovery, and how functional medicine helped us rebuild our energy, confidence, and connection. Whether you’re exploring HRT or simply want a deeper look at how midlife affects relationships, this conversation brings clarity AND heart.

Find show notes at michellefox.com/podcast!

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If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling unseen, unheard, or even doubting your own body, this episode is for you!

In this conversation, I sit down with my trusted friend and guest expert, Kimberly Cunningham, founder of Cunningham Clinic, to talk about medical gaslighting: what it is, why it happens so often to women (especially women of color), and how you can begin to trust your instincts again.

We break down:

• The historical roots of medical bias against women
• Why “normal” labs aren’t always normal for you
• How hormone shifts can mimic or mask serious issues
• When it’s time to seek a second (or fourth!) opinion
• How to find a provider who actually listens

This episode is a powerful reminder that your symptoms are valid, your voice matters, and you are not imagining it.

Go to michellefox.com/podcast for show notes.

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If you’ve ever wondered why losing weight after 40 feels harder than ever, even when you’re doing “all the right things” - you are not alone.

In this powerful episode of Nourish with Michelle Fox, I share my personal journey of healing with hormone expert Kimberly Cunningham. We get real about the role hormones play in weight, metabolism, muscle, energy, and cravings…and why willpower is not the problem.

It is an honor to open up about my own experience: how I began with lab work and testosterone therapy, and why Kimberly had me wait three months before beginning Tirzepatide. Kimberly’s thoughtful and thorough approach made all the difference. No shortcuts - just informed, empowered, medically supervised support.

What we cover in Episode 79:

• Why traditional weight loss advice fails a lot of women

• The hormone–metabolism connection (especially testosterone!)

• Michelle’s personal journey: labs, then testosterone, then Tirzepatide

• How muscle mass and cardio impact longevity

• Why community and connection matter for long-term health

Show notes at michellefox.com/podcast!

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Sexy is not an age, a dress size, or a number on the scale. It is a state of confidence, vitality, and connection. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with nurse practitioner and hormone expert **Kimberly Cunningham** to explore what it means to **redefine sexy in midlife.**

From hormone changes to pelvic floor health, from antidepressants to vibrators, we go where most conversations don’t. Kimberly shares insights from her clinical experience and we laugh, learn, and get real about what it looks like to embrace sexy at any age!

What we cover in Episode 78:

- How hormone shifts influence confidence, libido, and relationships

- The surprising role of testosterone in women’s pelvic floor health and sexual pleasure

- Why antidepressants are NOT the answer for low libido

- **Yes, sex toys!** How they can help support pleasure and connection

- The mindset shift that helps women feel empowered, confident, and fully alive

This is one you may want to watch on YouTube, where we share **anatomy visuals and examples of sex toys** alongside the discussion.

Listen now on michellefox.com/podcast or watch on YouTube for the full experience.

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Sex after 40: does it really change, or is that just a tagline? In this eye-opening episode of Nourish with Michelle Fox, I sit down hormone expert Kimberly Cunningham to get real about what no one tells you about intimacy, hormones, and pleasure after 40.

From testosterone and pelvic floor health to estrogen and lubrication, Kimberly explains the science behind why so many women experience changes, and why it’s not your fault. We also explore the mental and relational shifts that make sex after 40 more confident, playful, and empowering than ever before.

What we cover in Episode 77:

- How hormones impact libido, orgasms, and pelvic floor strength

- Why testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone all matter for sexual wellness

- The science behind sexual function (and dysfunction) after 40

- How confidence, wisdom, and communication make intimacy even richer

- Practical solutions - from hormone therapy to sex toys to scheduling sex - that can transform your experience

This is part two of our special 8-part series with Kimberly Cunningham, and it’s one of my favorite conversations yet! Get ready to laugh, learn, and leave empowered.

More show notes on michellefox.com/podcast.

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Over the past year, I’ve been on quite a journey. I'm down 43 pounds, with more energy, a healthy libido, and a renewed sense of self. But it wasn’t always this way. For too long, I struggled with depression and anxiety, not realizing they were among the 80+ possible symptoms of menopause.

In this very special 8-part series, I’m joined by board-certified nurse practitioner Kimberly Cunningham, founder of Cunningham Clinic, author, educator, and national trainer in hormone therapy and aesthetics. Kimberly shares her personal healing story after a devastating pelvic injury, and together we open the conversation about what it really takes to thrive after 40.

In today’s episode, we explore:

• Why so many women suffer in silence with perimenopause and menopause symptoms.
• Kimberly’s inspiring story of resilience and recovery through hormone therapy.
• The truth about testosterone and estrogen, and why women need both.
• How hormone replacement can protect against disease and restore vitality.

If you’ve ever thought, “Is this normal?” when facing changes in your body, this conversation is for you. You are not alone, and you don’t have to suffer!

Resources & Links:

• Learn more at michellefox.com/podcast
• Explore Kimberly’s work: Cunningham Clinic

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