Why Midlife Women Are Being Failed by Healthcare with Shannon McDonald

Why Midlife Women Are Being Failed by Healthcare with Shannon McDonald

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Shannon McDonald for a conversation about the growing crisis in midlife women's health — and why so many women are being left unsupported, dismissed, and misunderstood by mainstream healthcare systems. We explore the reality that most midlife women are navigating complex hormonal, metabolic, emotional, and lifestyle changes with little meaningful guidance beyond quick fixes, rushed appointments, and symptom management. Shannon shares her holistic framework for supporting women through midlife, focusing on nourishment instead of restriction, building strength instead of shrinking, and creating sustainable health practices that support long-term wellbeing. We also dive into the rapidly growing use of GLP-1 medications, the dangers of under-eating and muscle loss, and why women need a far more informed and balanced conversation around weight, aging, and health. This episode is a reminder that midlife women deserve healthcare that sees the whole person, not just the symptoms. 🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561961137561 https://www.instagram.com/navigating_to_wellness/ Book a Call: https://forms.gle/PNnFzWBUtTKec4pE6 ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram] Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/] ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth [https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth] 🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/] 🏷️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 [https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120] 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/]

The Truth About Sex Women Were Never Told with Angela Griffith

In this bold, honest, and deeply important episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Angela — known online as The Christian Sexpert — for a conversation about female sexuality, intimacy, marriage, and the realities of sex during perimenopause and menopause. Together, we challenge many of the narratives women have inherited around sex — from purity culture and religious shame to the impact of pornography and the unrealistic expectations it has created for both men and women. We explore why so many women feel disconnected from their sexuality, why painful sex and low libido are so common in midlife, and why intimacy needs to be understood as so much more than penetrative sex. This episode is not just about sex — it's about reclaiming ownership of the female body, redefining intimacy, and creating healthier, more honest conversations for the next generation Disclaimer: This episode deals with adult topics. You may want to listen to in privately first before sharing the conversation with your daughters. 🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: Freebie: https://www.thechristiansexpert.com/shop/p/small-moments-of-connection-freebie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechristiansexpert TikTok :https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristians_xpert Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechristiansexpert/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrHEas4zWmIIHpa4ZmM-JA ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram] Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/] ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth [https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth] 🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/] 🏷️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 [https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120] 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/]

Menopause Is Bigger Than Hormones with Colette Edwards

In this powerful and deeply important episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Colette Edwards, founder and Chief Medical Officer of Positive Health, for a conversation about what's missing from today's menopause conversation — and why women deserve so much more than symptom management alone. Together, we explore the deep gaps that still exist in women's healthcare, from the historical underrepresentation of women in medical research to the lack of menopause-specific training among healthcare providers. We discuss why menopause cannot be separated from the rest of a woman's life story — including stress, pregnancy, pelvic health, trauma, lifestyle, and long-term wellbeing. We also explore the future of healthcare, the role of AI and digital medicine, and why education and self-advocacy are becoming essential tools for women navigating midlife today. This episode challenges the increasingly simplistic narrative around menopause and hormone therapy, and instead advocates for a more nuanced, personalised, and empowering approach to women's health. 🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: Facebook: pausitive health Instagram: pausitive_health Pinterest: pausitive_health LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/z-colette-edwards-md-mba/ ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram] Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/] ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth [https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth] 🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/] 🏷️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 [https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120] 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/]

The Wisdom Your Body Has Been Waiting to Share with Naomi Katz

In this deeply thought-provoking episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Naomi Katz for a conversation that challenges one of the most fundamental aspects of modern life — our disconnection from our bodies. Together, we explore how Western culture has prioritised logic, productivity, and intellect, often at the expense of embodied experience, intuition, and our connection to natural cycles. Naomi introduces the concept of somatic embodiment and cyclicality, offering a radically different way of understanding ourselves, our emotions, and our place in the world. We dive into how this disconnection impacts women in particular, especially through transitions like menopause, grief, and identity shifts, and why reconnecting with the body is not just healing, but essential. 🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.instagram.com/naomiakatz/ https://www.facebook.com/naomi.katz.756 https://naomikatz.com/womens-collective#power-of-cycles-video [https://naomikatz.com/womens-collective#power-of-cycles-video] ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram] Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/] ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth [https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth] 🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/] 🏷️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 [https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120] 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/]

Episode 37 Everything You've Been Told About Midlife Is Wrong with Remi Gibbs

In this powerful and perspective-shifting episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Remi Gibbs for a conversation that challenges one of the most outdated narratives women have been given — the idea of the "midlife crisis." Instead, we explore midlife and menopause as a profound opportunity for reinvention. We talk about what really happens during this stage of life — the shedding of roles, identities, and expectations — and how menopause can act as a catalyst for becoming more authentic, more self-aware, and more aligned than ever before. Together, we unpack the realities women face in midlife — from being part of the "sandwich generation" caring for both children and aging parents, to navigating a fragmented healthcare system — and why learning to set boundaries, ask for help, and advocate for yourself is no longer optional. This episode is an invitation to stop questioning your worth — and start claiming it. 🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: www.renovatedrealities.com On IG and FB @renovatedrealities https://www.linkedin.com/in/remigibbs/ https://mailchi.mp/renovatedrealities/5-steps-to-renovate-your-reality [https://mailchi.mp/renovatedrealities/5-steps-to-renovate-your-reality] ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram] Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ [https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/] ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth [https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth] 🌐 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/] 🏷️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 [https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120] 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/ [https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/]