The Menopause Hour with Winona

Hormones, Testing, and Treatment: Separating Menopause Facts from Fiction

In this episode of The Menopause Hour with Winona, Dr. Cat explains hormones on a deeper level. This new episode provides listeners with a better understanding of progesterone’s role in treatment and sheds light on the facts surrounding testosterone support. The conversation also explores hormone testing, weight management, and personalized care, all of which are among the most common questions Winona doctors receive from patients.   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 #41: Winona 101: Navigating the Winona Experience

In this episode of The Menopause Hour with Winona, Head of Patient Care, Jo, answers some of the most common questions patients have about our support process, doctor credentials, and expected response times. She also walks listeners through key account features, including how to navigate the Patient Portal, track orders, request treatment adjustments, and more.   Listen, relax, and make the most out of your Winona experience. 💜   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 #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]