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Women Mastering Midlife

Women Mastering Midlife

著者： Victoria Byrd Pharmacist and Certified Menopause Health Coach
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今ならプレミアムプランが3カ月 月額99円

2026年5月12日まで。4か月目以降は月額1,500円で自動更新します。

概要

 Women Mastering Midlife is a podcast for women navigating perimenopause and menopause who want clear answers, honest conversations, and practical support. Hosted by Victoria Byrd, a licensed pharmacist, integrative women's health coach and menopause educator, the show covers hormones, brain fog, sleep, stress, weight changes, relationships, nutrition, movement, and what midlife really looks like behind the scenes. Through expert guests and real talk, this podcast helps you feel informed, supported, and less alone as you move through midlife on your own terms.Victoria Byrd, Pharmacist and Certified Menopause Health Coach 衛生・健康的な生活 身体的病い・疾患
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  • 100. One Hundred Episodes Later: The Real Story of Midlife, Perimenopause, Divorce, and Finding Your Voice

    100. One Hundred Episodes Later: The Real Story of Midlife, Perimenopause, Divorce, and Finding Your Voice
    2026/04/20
    Episode 100 of Women Mastering Midlife is not a highlight reel it is an honest reflection of what it truly takes to keep showing up in midlife while everything around you is changing.In this deeply personal milestone episode, Victoria Byrd shares what was happening behind the microphone during the first 100 episodes of the podcast—from navigating perimenopause and parenting teenagers to experiencing a major life transition that reshaped everything.Rather than celebrating with a polished recap, this episode explores the reality of building something meaningful while living through uncertainty, identity shifts, and the emotional weight that often defines midlife.This conversation speaks directly to women who are in the middle of their own transition not at the beginning, not at the end, but in the messy, complicated, and often unseen middle.In This Episode, We Cover:What it actually took to record 100 podcast episodes during a major life transitionThe intersection of perimenopause, divorce, parenting, and career reinventionHow personal hardship changed the way conversations were held and experiencedThe shift from “performing wellness” to living it in real timeWhy midlife clarity often leads women to make different, and sometimes difficult choicesThe evolution of voice, confidence, and boundaries in midlifeBehind-the-scenes reflections on key episodes, including:Trauma bonding and coercive controlSexual wellness, intimacy, and pelvic healthThe “messy middle” of midlifeThe concept of the “D.U.N. divorce”The reality of building a podcast, business, and community from the ground upWhy midlife is about more than hormones—it is about identity, autonomy, and expansionKey TakeawaysMidlife is not a clean transformation it is an ongoing process of becomingYou do not need to have everything figured out to keep moving forwardGrowth often happens quietly, through consistency rather than breakthrough momentsWomen in midlife are navigating layered responsibilities career, caregiving, health, and identity, all at onceThere is power in continuing to show up, even when life feels uncertainWhat’s Next for Women Mastering MidlifeVictoria shares her vision for the next 100 episodes, including:More unfiltered conversations about real midlife experiencesA deeper blend of clinical insight and lived experienceExpanded topics: hormone therapy, sexual wellness, finances, relationships, and mental healthContinued advocacy for women navigating healthcare systems that often overlook themLet’s Keep the Conversation Going: If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe to Women Mastering Midlife on your favorite podcast platform to receive weekly conversations that help you navigate perimenopause, menopause, and midlife health with clarity and confidence.Join the Women Mastering Midlife Community and let’s grow stronger together.Get your FREE guides HERE: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com/freeguides Share your thoughts and stories on our social channels and tag us @misvictoriabyrd Let’s rewrite the narrative together! Find more information on our website: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com Book a FREE 1:1 discovery call to learn more about coaching programs and courses Disclaimer This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The hosts, guests, and experts featured are not your personal healthcare providers or advisors. The content should not be considered as professional, personalized medical, psychological, or prescriptive advice. Always consult qualified professionals such as your physician, therapist, pharmacist, or coach for specific concerns and decisions related to your health or lifestyle. *Women Mastering Midlife* is not responsible for any undesired outcomes resulting from actions taken based on the content of this podcast.
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    26 分
  • 99. The Gut–Hormone Connection: How Your Microbiome Drives Perimenopause, Weight Gain, and Brain Fog with Cynthia Thurlow

    99. The Gut–Hormone Connection: How Your Microbiome Drives Perimenopause, Weight Gain, and Brain Fog with Cynthia Thurlow
    2026/04/13
    If you’ve been struggling with brain fog, weight gain, poor sleep, or feeling like your body has completely changed in midlife, this episode will help you understand why.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with nurse practitioner and bestselling author Cynthia Thurlow to break down the critical connection between your gut microbiome and your hormones during perimenopause and menopause.What most women (and even many clinicians) don’t realize is that your gut is not just about digestion. It is deeply involved in estrogen metabolism, inflammation, immune function, and even how your body responds to stress and weight changes.With over 40 trillion microorganisms living in your gut, this system influences nearly every function in your body, especially during the menopause transition.We dive into the concept of the estrobolome, the part of your microbiome responsible for processing estrogen, and how imbalances here can lead to worsening symptoms like:Brain fogWeight loss resistanceBloating and constipationBreast tendernessSkin changesYou’ll also hear why many women are unknowingly recirculating estrogen in the body and how that can amplify symptoms during perimenopause.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the gut microbiome is central to hormone health and longevityThe estrobolome and how your body detoxifies estrogenHow poor gut health can worsen perimenopause symptomsThe real reason constipation matters more than you thinkHow stress, sleep, and lifestyle directly impact your gutWhy ultra-processed foods and artificial sweeteners disrupt the microbiomeThe truth about supplements vs. food-based nutritionWhat “bio-individual” care really means in menopause treatmentWhy high-achieving women often hit a wall in perimenopauseThe Lifestyle Shift Most Women Avoid (But Need)One of the most important takeaways from this episode is this:You cannot keep doing what worked in your 20s and 30s and expect your body to respond the same way in midlife.Chronic stress, poor sleep, over-exercising, and under-eating create the perfect storm for hormone disruption, gut dysfunction, and metabolic resistance.This episode walks through the foundational pillars that actually move the needle:Sleep qualityStress managementFiber and whole-food nutritionBalanced movement (not overtraining)Connect with Cynthia ThurlowCynthia shares her groundbreaking work on the gut–hormone connection in her new book, offering both science-backed education and practical strategies for women and clinicians alike.Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe to Women Mastering Midlife on your favorite podcast platform to receive weekly conversations that help you navigate perimenopause, menopause, and midlife health with clarity and confidence.Join the Women Mastering Midlife Community and let’s grow stronger together.Get your FREE guides HERE: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com/freeguides Share your thoughts and stories on our social channels and tag us @misvictoriabyrd Let’s rewrite the narrative together! Find more information on our website: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com Book a FREE 1:1 discovery call to learn more about coaching programs and courses Disclaimer This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The hosts, guests, and experts featured are not your personal healthcare providers or advisors. The content should not be considered as professional, personalized medical, psychological, or prescriptive advice. Always consult qualified professionals such as your physician, therapist, pharmacist, or coach for specific concerns and decisions related to your health or lifestyle. *Women Mastering Midlife* is not responsible for any undesired outcomes resulting from actions taken based on the content of this podcast.
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    52 分
  • 98. CBD for Pelvic Pain, Sex, and Menopause: What Midlife Women Need to Know About Vaginal Suppositories with Tamar Hill

    98. CBD for Pelvic Pain, Sex, and Menopause: What Midlife Women Need to Know About Vaginal Suppositories with Tamar Hill
    2026/04/06

    If you’ve ever been told to “just use lubricant” or “this is normal in menopause,” this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about pelvic health.

    In this episode of Women Mastering Midlife, I sit down with Tamar Hill, CEO of MedRoots, to explore an emerging and often misunderstood option in women’s health: CBD vaginal and rectal suppositories for pelvic pain, painful sex, and menopause symptoms.

    We discuss what clinicians are seeing in real practice, why patients are quietly turning to these products, and the gap between what is happening in women’s bodies and what is currently included in medical guidelines.

    This is not about trends. This is about options.


    What We Cover in This Episode

    • What pelvic pain really looks like in midlife women

    • Why painful sex (dyspareunia), vaginismus, and vulvodynia are often underdiagnosed

    • How CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system and why that matters

    • The difference between CBD vs THC and what “microdosing” actually means

    • Why some women are choosing CBD over medications like benzodiazepines for pelvic floor therapy

    • The role of inflammation, nervous system dysregulation, and the pelvic pain cycle

    • Vaginal dryness in perimenopause and menopause and how it impacts intimacy

    • The reality of stigma, lack of research funding, and why providers are hesitant to recommend CBD

    • How clinicians are navigating documentation and conversations around CBD with patients

    • What to look for in a safe, high-quality CBD product (this is critical)


    Learn more about Tamar Hill and MedRoots


    Final Thought

    Women deserve more than silence, dismissal, or one-size-fits-all solutions.

    This conversation is an invitation to stay curious, ask better questions, and advocate for your body, because small changes can make a big difference.


    Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Subscribe to Women Mastering Midlife on your favorite podcast platform to receive weekly conversations that help you navigate perimenopause, menopause, and midlife health with clarity and confidence.


    Join the Women Mastering Midlife Community and let’s grow stronger together.

    Get your FREE guides HERE: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com/freeguides

    Share your thoughts and stories on our social channels and tag us @misvictoriabyrd Let’s rewrite the narrative together!

    Find more information on our website: www.womenmasteringmidlife.com

    Book a FREE 1:1 discovery call to learn more about coaching programs and courses


    Disclaimer

    This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The hosts, guests, and experts featured are not your personal healthcare providers or advisors. The content should not be considered as professional, personalized medical, psychological, or prescriptive advice.

    Always consult qualified professionals such as your physician, therapist, pharmacist, or coach for specific concerns and decisions related to your health or lifestyle. *Women Mastering Midlife* is not responsible for any undesired outcomes resulting from actions taken based on the content of this podcast.
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