Episode #36 Surprising Signs of Perimenopause

Episode #40: Dosing, DHEA, and the Lifestyle Habits That Make It Work

In this episode of The Menopause Hour with Winona, Dr. Cat covers what to expect when starting HRT, how DHEA interacts with conditions like PCOS and bipolar disorder, and the difference between HRT delivery methods. She also discusses how to manage common side effects, why treatment consistency is important, and which lifestyle habits and vitamins would work well for your changing hormone levels, because how you take care of yourself day to day plays a bigger role in your menopause journey than you realize.   Have more questions you'd like to ask our experts? Join our next live Q&A: bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify [http://bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify]   Learn more about Winona's treatments here: bywinona.com/treatments-spotify [http://bywinona.com/treatments-spotify]   Follow us on Instagram: @bywinona [http://instagram.com/bywinona]

Episode #39 Navigating Relationships During Menopause

Many people may think that menopause only affects the women who are going through it, but the truth is, it also impacts the people around them, especially their partners. Symptoms, such as those related to mood and intimacy, can affect emotional connection and fuel misunderstandings, often straining relationships.   In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Stephanie Clavenna joins Dr. Cat Brown in exploring what it really looks like to navigate relationships during perimenopause and menopause.   This episode covers how hormonal shifts can impact mental health, self-esteem, and intimacy, and what both women and their partners can do to better understand and support each other through these changes. The conversation also dives deeper into the importance of open communication and why this stage of life, while challenging, can also be a powerful opportunity to strengthen relationships.   Have more questions you'd like to ask our experts? Join our next live Q&A: bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify [http://bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify].   Learn more about Winona's treatments here: bywinona.com/treatments-spotify [http://bywinona.com/treatments-spotify]   Follow us on Instagram: @bywinona [http://instagram.com/bywinona]

Episode #38 Know Your Body and Your Options: Verified Truths About Menopause and HRT

Hormone replacement therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when there's so much conflicting information out there and so many questions still left unanswered.   In this episode, Dr. Cat answers questions from women navigating perimenopause and menopause, including how long you can stay on HRT, how to recognize if you need a dose adjustment, and more. This episode also covers what the first weeks on HRT may look like, why hormone testing is not as necessary as many believe, and how sleep and nutrition play a bigger role in your results than you might think.   Whether you've been on HRT for years, just started on your journey, or are still weighing your options, tune in to this episode to better understand your hormones and what's really going on in your body during this stage of life.   Have more questions you'd like to ask our experts? Join our next live Q&A: bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify [http://bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify].   Learn more about Winona's treatments here: bywinona.com/treatments-spotify [http://bywinona.com/treatments-spotify]   Follow us on Instagram: @bywinona [http://instagram.com/bywinona]

Episode #37: Not Just Hormones: The Lifestyle Habits That Support Your Menopause Journey

Menopause remains a topic that most people are uncomfortable talking about, which leads to many unanswered questions and more room for misinformation and fear. In this new episode, Dr. Cat explores this topic, answering common questions about its symptoms, the benefits of HRT, and the lifestyle habits that can support this journey. This episode also covers how declining estrogen affects everything from joints to metabolism, what to expect when starting treatment, and the two crucial factors that affect the success of HRT: timing and consistency. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Hour by Winona to have access to these important conversations from the comfort of your home. Looking for more answers? Join our next live Q&A: bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify [http://bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify]. Learn more about Winona's treatments here: bywinona.com/treatments-spotify [http://bywinona.com/treatments-spotify] Follow us on Instagram: @bywinona [http://instagram.com/bywinona]

Episode #36 Surprising Signs of Perimenopause

Perimenopause can show up in ways many women don’t expect. In this Doctor Dialogue, Winona's Dr. Cat and our guest expert Dr. Hahn discuss some of the lesser-known symptoms that often catch women off guard. The conversation explores how hormonal shifts can affect the body in surprising ways, from sudden sensitivity to smells, to itchiness in unusual areas, to frustrating brain fog. The doctors also answer real questions from the community about heart palpitations and other symptoms that can begin in your mid-30s. Tune in twice a month for these important conversations — right from your own home. 🎧 Looking for more answers? Join our next live Q&A: bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify [http://bywinona.com/liveqa-spotify]. Learn more about Winona's treatments: bywinona.com/treatments-spotify [http://bywinona.com/treatments-spotify] Follow us on Instagram: @bywinona [http://instagram.com/bywinona]