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  • Prevention is Power: Protecting Bone Health in Perimenopause with Rebekah Rotstein & Dr. Jennifer Han
    Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your perimenopause journey.Today’s episode is titled “Prevention is Power: Protecting Bone Health in Perimenopause”. Rebekah Rotstein & Dr. Jennifer Han focus on the holistic and practical strategies for bone health during perimenopause, shifting the conversation from doom-and-gloom to actionable steps. The discussion highlights the critical role of community and support in managing an osteopenia or osteoporosis diagnosis, the importance of movement, resistance training, and essential nutrients like calcium and Vitamin D (stressing the difficulty of getting enough from diet alone), and the benefit of complementary therapies (like acupuncture and yoga) alongside traditional medical treatments.🎓 Healthcare Providers: Transform How You Support Women in Midlife ⁠Perry Academy⁠ is built for you—providers ready to lead the change in perimenopause care. Grounded in the lived experiences of over 500,000 women, our CME- and CE-accredited training gives you the tools, insights, and real-world strategies to recognize, assess, and support women through perimenopause and beyond.Join a growing movement of clinicians and allied health professionals committed to closing the midlife care gap.🔗 ⁠Join at www.perry.academy⁠A membership grounded in evidence-based training, expert-led modules, and the lived insights of 500,000+ women—designed to transform midlife care.The ⁠Perry Menopause Journal⁠Looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being? The Perry Menopause Journal is your companion through perimenopause offering:Thoughtful Prompts to reflect on your journey.Progress Tracking to monitor your symptoms and wins.Evidence-Based Knowledge to empower you.Community Support to remind you that you’re never alone.Meet Today’s ExpertsRebekah Rotstein, NCPT, is a highly respected movement educator and industry leader in Pilates, bone health, and movement education. After receiving a diagnosis of osteoporosis at the age of 28, she channeled her expertise as a certified Pilates instructor and former ballet dancer into researching and creating the medically-endorsed Buff Bones® system. This exercise method focuses on bone-strengthening, balance, and functional movement, and she now travels the world presenting at conferences and training instructors in her research-supported approach to preventing and managing bone and joint issues.Dr. Jennifer Han is a PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy), a Board-Certified Clinical Pharmacist and an expert in nutrition and medication therapy. She is the Co-founder of Seen Nutrition, a company that develops real-food supplements. She previously served as a clinical pharmacist and co-managed the interdisciplinary pain program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Her personal experience with pre-menopausal osteoporosis inspired her to co-found Seen Nutrition to focus on creating more bioavailable calcium supplements for bone health. Due to her advanced training and board-certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP), she has expertise in treating chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and pain, with a specific focus on nutrition and diet. Let’s Connect!Visit ⁠www.heyperry.com⁠ to learn more.Download the Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠.If you are a healthcare pro, enroll in ⁠Perry Academy ⁠and join a movement transforming midlife health. Explore our resources, guides, and community to make perimenopause less overwhelming & more empowering.Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice, it does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice.
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  • Full Menopause before 40: Long-term Health Effects and Practical Solutions” with Dr. Jackie Piasta & Teyonna Bowman
    Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your perimenopause journey.Today’s episode is titled “Full Menopause before 40: Long-term Health Effects and Practical Solutions” with Dr. Jackie Piasta & Teyonna Bowman isn't just a discussion—it's a roadmap. If you or someone you know is facing early or medically induced menopause, this episode is mandatory listening. Physician Dr. Jackie Piasta lays out the crucial medical facts on long-term health effects, while Teyonna Bowman offers a raw, honest look at the emotional turbulence and practical steps for coping. It’s a powerful 360-degree view, combining clinical knowledge with lived experience, to help you move from feeling overwhelmed to informed.🎓 Healthcare Providers: Transform How You Support Women in Midlife ⁠Perry Academy⁠ is built for you—providers ready to lead the change in perimenopause care. Grounded in the lived experiences of over 500,000 women, our CME- and CE-accredited training gives you the tools, insights, and real-world strategies to recognize, assess, and support women through perimenopause and beyond.Join a growing movement of clinicians and allied health professionals committed to closing the midlife care gap.🔗 ⁠Join at www.perry.academy⁠A membership grounded in evidence-based training, expert-led modules, and the lived insights of 500,000+ women—designed to transform midlife care.The ⁠Perry Menopause Journal⁠Looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being? The Perry Menopause Journal is your companion through perimenopause offering:Thoughtful Prompts to reflect on your journey.Progress Tracking to monitor your symptoms and wins.Evidence-Based Knowledge to empower you.Community Support to remind you that you’re never alone.Meet Today’s ExpertsDr. Jackie Piasta DNP, WHNP-BC, MSCP is a nationally recognized Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and a leading expert in menopause care. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP), she is passionately committed to redefining midlife health for women. Dr. Piasta is the founder of Monarch Health, a concierge clinic dedicated to providing thoughtful, personalized, and virtual healthcare focusing on perimenopause, menopause, sexual health, and hormone management. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Piasta earned her nursing degrees from Vanderbilt University and is a committed educator. She teaches the menopause curriculum at Vanderbilt and leads a clinician mentorship program, training other healthcare professionals in evidence-based menopause management. She currently treats patients via telehealth in multiple states and is a frequent speaker and published author.Teyonna Bowman is a two-time breast cancer survivor, an empowering menopause speaker, and the founder of Pausitive Outlook. Diagnosed with hormone-sensitive invasive breast cancer at age 35 and facing a recurrence less than five years later, Teyonna underwent treatments that resulted in medically induced menopause. Her personal, challenging experience with severe and isolating symptoms inspired her to fill a critical gap in women's health conversations. Let’s Connect!Visit ⁠www.heyperry.com⁠ to learn more.Download the Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠.If you are a healthcare professional, enroll in ⁠Perry Academy ⁠and join a movement transforming midlife health. Explore our resources, guides, and community to make perimenopause less overwhelming and more empowering.Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice. 
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  • The Perimenopause Wake-Up Call: How to Rise, Roar, and Rewrite Midlife with Shannon Watts & Jen Hatmaker
    Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your perimenopause journey.Today’s episode is titled “The Perimenopause Wake-Up Call: How to Rise, Roar, and Rewrite Midlife”. Authors Shannon Watts & Jen Hatmaker sit down for a deeply personal and revealing conversation as they open up about their individual experiences navigating perimenopause. They candidly discuss the confusing symptoms, the challenge of self-discovery, and the treatments and lifestyle changes that ultimately brought them clarity and relief. 🎓 Healthcare Providers: Transform How You Support Women in Midlife ⁠Perry Academy⁠ is built for you—providers ready to lead the change in perimenopause care. Grounded in the lived experiences of over 500,000 women, our CME- and CE-accredited training gives you the tools, insights, and real-world strategies to recognize, assess, and support women through perimenopause and beyond.Join a growing movement of clinicians and allied health professionals committed to closing the midlife care gap.🔗 ⁠Join at www.perry.academy⁠A membership grounded in evidence-based training, expert-led modules, and the lived insights of 500,000+ women—designed to transform midlife care.The ⁠Perry Menopause Journal⁠Looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being? The Perry Menopause Journal is your companion through perimenopause offering:Thoughtful Prompts to reflect on your journey.Progress Tracking to monitor your symptoms and wins.Evidence-Based Knowledge to empower you.Community Support to remind you that you’re never alone.Meet Today’s ExpertsJen Hatmaker is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and beloved podcast host known for her honest, relatable voice on faith, identity, and personal growth. In her newest book, Awake, she explores what it means to rediscover yourself in midlife — a season of reckoning, renewal, and deep transformation. Through her bestselling books and her award-winning podcast For the Love, Jen Hatmaker creates space for candid conversations about change, womanhood, and even the unspoken realities of menopause — all with her signature humor and heart.Shannon Watts is an author, advocate, and the founder of Moms Demand Action, one of the largest grassroots movements for gun safety in the United States. After launching the organization from her kitchen table, Shannon became a leading voice for civic engagement and women’s leadership. She is the author of Fight Like a Mother, a powerful call to action about courage, activism, and reclaiming your voice — especially in midlife, when women often step into their fullest power. Her latest book Fired Up helps women to shatter self imposed limitations and unleash their potential. Let’s Connect!Visit ⁠www.heyperry.com⁠ to learn more.Download the Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠.If you are a healthcare professional, enroll in ⁠Perry Academy ⁠and join a movement transforming midlife health. Explore our resources, guides, and community to make perimenopause less overwhelming and more empowering.Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice.
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  • Breaking the Stigma: Perimenopause & Menopause for Millennials, Dr. Adrienne Mandelberger & Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW
    Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your perimenopause journey.In today’s episode, “Breaking the Stigma: Perimenopause & Menopause for Millennials,” Dr. Adrienne Mandelberger and Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW, explore the Millennial perspective on navigating this life stage. While this generation approaches perimenopause and menopause with more openness, stigma and misinformation still persist. Join us as they answer community questions and discuss how Millennials can help reshape the workplace culture, or their thoughts on hormone blood testing, HRT awareness, menopause education and health support as “standard” in maternity and mental health care.🎓 Healthcare Providers: Transform How You Support Women in Midlife ⁠Perry Academy⁠ is built for you—providers ready to lead the change in perimenopause care. Grounded in the lived experiences of over 500,000 women, our CME- and CE-accredited training gives you the tools, insights, and real-world strategies to recognize, assess, and support women through perimenopause and beyond.Join a growing movement of clinicians and allied health professionals committed to closing the midlife care gap.🔗 ⁠Join at www.perry.academy⁠A membership grounded in evidence-based training, expert-led modules, and the lived insights of 500,000+ women—designed to transform midlife care.The ⁠Perry Menopause Journal⁠Looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being? The Perry Menopause Journal is your companion through perimenopause offering:Thoughtful Prompts to reflect on your journey.Progress Tracking to monitor your symptoms and wins.Evidence-Based Knowledge to empower you.Community Support to remind you you’re never alone.Meet Today’s ExpertsDr. Adrienne Mandelberger, MD, FACOG, MSCP, is a board-certified OB/GYN, fellowship-trained in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and a certified menopause practitioner who leads Balanced Medical in Port Washington, NY. A Cornell University alumna, she earned her medical degree from Tufts University and completed OB/GYN residency at Mount Sinai, followed by specialized surgical training at Northwell Health. At Balanced Medical, Dr. Mandelberger offers boutique, membership-style care focused on menopause, perimenopause, lifestyle medicine, and comprehensive gynecologic services—including minimally invasive and robotic surgery. She also runs All Things Menopause, producing accessible education and resources to empower women through midlife.Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LCSW, JD, PMH-C is a therapist, attorney, and certified perinatal mental health specialist dedicated to empowering millennial and midlife women through major life transitions. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, NYU Silver School of Social Work, and Cardozo School of Law, Lauren blends her legal and clinical expertise to provide therapy, coaching, and education through her private practice, The CounseLaur, which serves clients across NY, NJ, CT, and FL. Her work focuses on identity shifts, perinatal and perimenopausal mental health, relationships, and career challenges. She serves on boards supporting women’s wellness and is the author of Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life’s Next Period (2025).Let’s Connect!Visit ⁠www.heyperry.com⁠ Download the Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠.If you are a healthcare professional, enroll in ⁠Perry Academy ⁠and join a movement transforming midlife health. Explore our resources, guides, and community to make perimenopause less overwhelming & more empowering.Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider.
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  • When Hormones Trigger History: Understanding Trauma in Perimenopause with Dr. Harita Raja and Dr. Heather Quaile
    Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by ⁠Perry⁠—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone!  Download the free Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠ and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with other women, and simplify your perimenopause journey.In today’s episode, “When Hormones Trigger History: Understanding Trauma in Perimenopause.” Dr. Harita Raja and Dr. Heather Quaile get into the nitty gritty of trauma in perimenopause and menopause. They discuss topics like stress, triggers, hypervigilance, trauma informed care, the importance of sleep and so much more as they answer questions and scenarios sent in by the Perry community!🎓 Healthcare Providers: Transform How You Support Women in Midlife ⁠Perry Academy⁠ is built for you—providers ready to lead the change in perimenopause care. Grounded in the lived experiences of over 500,000 women, our CME- and CE-accredited training gives you the tools, insights, and real-world strategies to recognize, assess, and support women through perimenopause and beyond.Join a growing movement of clinicians and allied health professionals committed to closing the midlife care gap.🔗 ⁠Join at www.perry.academy⁠A membership grounded in evidence-based training, expert-led modules, and the lived insights of 500,000+ women—designed to transform midlife care.The ⁠Perry Menopause Journal⁠Looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being? The Perry Menopause Journal is your companion through perimenopause offering:Thoughtful Prompts to reflect on your journey.Progress Tracking to monitor your symptoms and wins.Evidence-Based Knowledge to empower you.Community Support to remind you that you’re never alone.Meet Today’s ExpertsDr. Harita Raja is a board-certified reproductive psychiatrist and the founder of Bethesda Women’s Mental Health. She specializes in helping women navigate psychiatric challenges before, during, and after pregnancy, as well as hormonal transitions from menstruation through menopause. Dr. Raja earned her medical degree at Albany Medical College, completed her residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (where she also served as chief resident), and continues to teach as a clinical instructor in Georgetown’s Psychiatry Department. She is passionate about compassionate, holistic care and works closely with patients, loved ones, and providers to tailor treatment plans while advocating for women’s mental health awareness. Dr. Heather Quaile, DNP, WHNP-BC, AFN-C, CSC, IF is the founder and clinical director of The SHOW Center, specializing in integrative gynecology, women’s sexual health, and trauma-informed care. With over 20 years of experience, she is board certified in women’s health and works as a forensic nurse, AASECT-certified sex counselor, and sexual assault nurse examiner. Her work spans menopause, pelvic health, sexuality after cancer or childbirth, and caring for survivors of human trafficking. Dr. Quaile holds degrees in psychology and nursing from Loyola University (MD), University of Central Oklahoma, Vanderbilt University, and Chatham University. {source: The SHOW Center} Let’s Connect!Visit ⁠www.heyperry.com⁠ to learn more.Download the Perry App on ⁠Apple⁠ or ⁠Android⁠.If you are a healthcare professional, enroll in ⁠Perry Academy ⁠and join a movement transforming midlife health. Explore our resources, guides, and community to make perimenopause less overwhelming and more empowering.Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice. 
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Welcome to our Perimenopause WTF?! podcast - brought to you by the perry community. In this podcast your we talk everything- and we mean EVERYTHING perimenopause. Our hosts and guests help us navigate through all our WTF perimenopause moments and ‘Is this normal??’ questions. We talk with perimenopause experts, thought leaders and inspirational voices of the community. To connect with other perimenopause warriors download our free perry app! You can find the link in our show notes.
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