https://tamistackelhouse.com/fibromyalgia-podcast/ If you've ever wondered why your fatigue, pain, or brain fog feels bigger than it should — this episode is for you.

Melissa sits down with Tami Stackelhouse, award-winning author, founder of the International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute, host of the Fibromyalgia Podcast®, and executive producer of the feature documentary INVISIBLE. Tami shares her journey from diagnosis to remission and the holistic framework she teaches women to reclaim their lives from chronic pain.

Together, they unpack:

• What fibromyalgia really is (and why it's so often misunderstood).
• Why it overlaps with autoimmune and hormonal conditions like Type 1 diabetes and perimenopause.
• The role of hormones, thyroid, and adrenal health in managing pain and fatigue.
• The "Book of You" method — Tami's personal system for tracking symptoms and breakthroughs.
• How listening to your body with compassion (instead of judgment) can change your healing journey.

You'll walk away to understand why tracking your symptoms matters, how small daily choices add up to big changes, and why self-compassion might be your most powerful medicine.

Follow Tami Stackelhouse

IG - @fibrocoach

Website: https://tamistackelhouse.com/

Podcast: Fibromyalgia Podcast

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If you're questioning whether you're asking too much or too little from your doctor, you're not alone.

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In this solo episode, I'm taking you inside my most recent endocrinology appointment—the good, the frustrating, and the moments that reminded me why self-advocacy matters so much for women with type 1 diabetes in midlife.

I share how my A1C dropped after switching to manual mode on the Omnipod 5, why I pushed for a full thyroid panel, the weight gain that didn't make sense, and the classic "you're in menopause… it's normal" remark that lit a fire in me to dig deeper.

I talk through how I track symptoms before appointments, what labs I insist on, what truly drives inflammation in this season of life, and how to collaborate with your doctor even when they don't always understand your hormonal reality.

This one is honest, empowering, and filled with the reminders we all need: we know our bodies, our data matters, and our care should reflect the full picture—not just numbers on a screen.

Don't brush off what's changing. Pay attention, act, and surround yourself with women who understand both diabetes and midlife hormones.

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

Have you ever wondered how your dental health connects to your hormones, your immune system, or even your blood sugar? My guest today, Dr. Toni Engram, is here to pull back the curtain on the powerful — and often overlooked — mouth-body connection.

Dr. Engram is a biological dentist, integrative health coach, and owner of Flourish Dental Boutique in Richardson, TX. After walking through her own journey with autoimmune disease, she realized traditional dentistry often misses the deeper story of what's happening in the body.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• How oral inflammation and toxins can impact hormones, gut health, and blood sugar.
• What it means to choose a biological dentist — and what "SMART Certified" and "IAOMT-accredited" really mean.
• Safer options for amalgam removal, root canals, and cavity prevention.
• How breathing patterns, jaw tension, and sleep affect stress and glucose levels.
• And simple steps you can take to support your oral health naturally — especially during perimenopause and beyond.

If you've ever had metal fillings, dental anxiety, or autoimmune flares you can't quite explain — this episode will connect some dots you didn't even know were there.

Listen now to learn how your mouth can become a mirror for your whole-body health.

Connect with Dr. Toni Engram

Flourish Dental website

IG @drtoniengram

TikTok

Twitter

YouTube

LinkedIn

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

Diagnosed at age 12, Kaycee Parker has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 30 years—and she's turned her experience into encouragement for others. A writer with a storyteller's heart (she jokes it's her Irish heritage), Kaycee blends her love of faith and food into a message of hope, balance, and grace.

In this heartfelt episode, Kaycee joins Melissa Slemp to share:

• The story behind her new cookbook, Diabetic Meals Made Easy
• Why it's not a "low-carb only" cookbook, but a blood sugar–friendly one for everyone
• How to pair foods for steadier numbers—and less stress at mealtime
• The biblical principle that inspired her approach to food and stewardship
• Her new Ultimate Blood Sugar Logbook and how tracking can help you find your patterns with peace, not perfection

Kaycee reminds us that food isn't something to fear—it's a daily opportunity to honor God, nourish our bodies, and enjoy life.

📖 Get Kaycee's Books:

• Devotions on Diabetes
• Diabetic Meals Made Easy

Connect with Kaycee Parker:

• Follow Kaycee: @devotionsondiabetes on IG and Facebook

· Visit her website http://devotionsondiabetes.com/

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

Today's guest is Dr. Matt Rieder, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owner of Renew Strength and Wellness.

Matt jokes that he "gets hurt a lot", on the amateur level, but turned that experience into a career helping others put themselves back together. A lifelong athlete and exercise enthusiast, he believes the human body can stay strong, flexible, pain-free, and ready for anything, no matter your age.

When he's not working with clients, you'll find him climbing, running, weightlifting, scuba diving for giant fossilized shark teeth, hiking, camping, or writing. During his Army days, he was stationed on Oahu, Hawaii, where he loved surfing the North Shore.

Matt's passion is teaching people to heal themselves through movement and helping them rediscover confidence in what their bodies can do.

Topics We Cover

• What "frozen shoulder" really means (and what's actually happening inside your shoulder)
• Why middle-aged women—especially those with Type 1 diabetes—are more susceptible
• The role of estrogen in inflammation and tissue healing
• Posture, mobility, and how our modern lifestyles set us up for shoulder pain
• How to advocate for yourself in the healthcare system (and what good physical therapy should look like)
• The three phases of frozen shoulder: inflammatory, frozen, and thawing
• Why "resting" doesn't equal recovery
• The mindset needed to heal and stay strong

Key Takeaway

Frozen shoulder is not a life sentence, it's a signal.
With the right help, movement, and mindset, you can recover fully and return to doing what you love.

Connect with Matt Rieder

Website: http://www.renewstrengthandwellness.com/

Instagram: @renewstaug

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

Ever wake up to a CGM alarm at 2 a.m. and wonder why you're high (or low) even after doing everything "right"?
In this solo episode, Melissa breaks down how perimenopause, pump settings, and shifting hormones can turn sleep into a nightly puzzle—and what to do about it.

You'll learn:

• Why melatonin, estrogen, and cortisol can all mess with your sleep
• How nighttime insulin settings and the dawn phenomenon play a role
• Real-life lessons from Melissa's switch to Omnipod 5 manual mode
• Simple, science-backed ways to improve sleep quality tonight

Whether you're waking up high, sweating through the night, or just tired of feeling tired, this episode helps you reconnect the dots between hormones, blood sugar, and deep rest.

In our Type 1 in Midlife Circle, we're using the Greene Climacteric Scale to measure and track symptoms together — so no woman must navigate this season alone.

Don't brush off what's changing. Pay attention, act, and surround yourself with women who understand both diabetes and midlife hormones.

Join us in the circle for a 14-day free trial https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/joingroupcoaching2025 to start using this tool for yourself.

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

Menopause isn't the end—it's a new beginning, especially when we learn how to influence the way we age. In this episode, Melissa sits down with Zora Benhamou.

Zora is a gerontologist, biohacker, and host of the Hack My Age podcast, where she helps women break menopause stigma and ageist stereotypes. At 55, she's a digital nomad and passionate educator who inspires women in peri- and post-menopause to thrive with practical tools, bio hacks, and expert insights.

She's the creator of HackMyAge.com, author of The Longevity Master Plan and Eating for Longevity, and founder of the Biohacking Menopause community. With a Master's degree in Gerontology from USC and additional training in menopause, sports nutrition, and breathing techniques, Zora brings a holistic, science-backed approach to women's health and aging well.

Zora shares why menopause should be seen as a time of opportunity, not decline, and how women with type 1 diabetes can harness biohacking tools, lifestyle choices, and hormone support to age stronger.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why aging is inevitable, but suffering is optional
• How chronic inflammation accelerates aging (and what to do about it)
• The truth about hormone replacement therapy and informed choice
• Why stress can be as harmful as poor diet or lack of exercise
• How continuous glucose monitors reveal hidden insights—even for non-diabetics
• Practical hacks like timing food, movement, and sleep to support your future health

This is an empowering conversation that will change how you think about aging, hormones, and diabetes.

Connect with Zora Benhamou:

Website hackmyage.com

IG @hackmyage

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.

If your blood sugars rise the moment stress hits—or you notice your mornings start high for no clear reason—this episode will help you understand why.

Dr. Dawn Browning joins me to explore how the nervous system, hormones, and daily stress patterns shape blood sugar balance.

Dawn is a research scientist, certified yoga therapist, and Pranayama teacher who has lived with Type 1 diabetes for nearly four decades. She helps women in midlife understand how the nervous system shapes everything from blood sugar to mood to energy—and teaches practical ways to regain steadiness through breath, awareness, and daily rhythm.

Dawn often says that Type 1 diabetes has been her greatest teacher, guiding her toward a more mindful, compassionate way of living. We dive into the science behind cortisol, insulin sensitivity, and the power of slowing down—through awareness, breath, and rhythm—to bring steadiness to your day.

Whether you live with Type 1 diabetes or experience midlife hormone shifts, you'll walk away with simple, science-backed tools to regulate your energy, mood, and glucose levels—starting with your next breath.

In this episode, we cover:

• The stress–cortisol–glucose connection explained simply
• How hormonal changes amplify stress responses in midlife
• What "pranayama" really means and why it's different from breathwork
• How slow, conscious breathing activates your parasympathetic nervous system
• Practical rituals to create steadiness through daily rhythm
• Why perfection and "control" don't serve us—and what to aim for instead

Connect with Dawn Browning

On IG @holsolwellness

https://www.holsolwellness.com/

Access her free 4-minute guided breath practice https://www.holsolwellness.com/abundanthealth

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan.