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THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife
THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife
Author: Bria Gadd - Integrative Nutrition Coach, Hormone Specialist, Personal Trainer, Perimenopause Coach,
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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause
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If you’re ready to make 2026 the year you finally feel strong, energized, confident, and in control of your body again — this episode is your roadmap.Perimenopause doesn’t have to feel like the season where everything falls apart. With the right strategy, clarity, and support, it can be the moment you step into your most powerful, optimized self. Today, I’m breaking down the five exact steps every midlife woman must take to create a metabolism that works with her hormones — not against them.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:✨ The #1 mindset shift women in perimenopause need before any health plan can work ✨ Why your body needs a strategic, hormone-supportive approach—not more restriction, more cardio, or more stress ✨ The essential steps to building an optimized metabolism in midlife (yes, even with fluctuating hormones) ✨ How to turn your daily habits into a system that your brain, body, and hormones can actually follow ✨ The kind of environment that guarantees success—and the one that quietly sabotages your results ✨ The role of clarity, consistency, and nervous system regulation in sustainable fat loss and hormone balanceYou’ll walk away with a simple, repeatable framework you can start using immediately—one that helps you sleep better, reduce inflammation, build lean muscle, balance your hormones, lose stubborn midsection weight, and feel more like yourself again.If you’ve ever said, “I just want to feel good in my body,” this is your blueprint. If 2025 felt chaotic, scattered, or exhausting, this episode will give you the focus, direction, and confidence you need for a complete transformation in 2026.Your most optimized body in perimenopause is not a fantasy—it’s a strategy. And it starts here.🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’re a woman in perimenopause who feels overwhelmed, discouraged, or confused about what your body is doing — this episode is the message your heart (and hormones!) need.As we close out the year, I’m pulling back the curtain on the five most important things I wish every client understood before starting their midlife healing journey. Whether you’ve worked with me personally or you’re navigating this season on your own, these insights will help you take back the driver’s seat of your health with clarity, confidence, and compassion.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:✨ Why becoming the CEO of your health and your body is the real game-changer in perimenopause ✨ How healing is like solving a 10,000-piece puzzle—and why strategy, consistency, and support matter more than perfection ✨ The mindset shift that transforms your relationship with your body (including how to talk to her, guide her, and set boundaries that support healing) ✨ Why your environment—who you surround yourself with, what you consume, and the pressures you carry—can make or break your results ✨ The truth about identity, intention, and what it really takes to create lasting change in midlifeI’m also sharing behind-the-scenes lessons from some of the incredible women I’ve worked with this year — the challenges we navigated together, the breakthroughs we celebrated, and the universal patterns that show up when women finally decide to prioritize themselves.If you’re ready for a fresh start, a clearer path, and a more empowered relationship with your body as you step into 2026, this episode will help you get there with grace, strategy, and so much self-compassion.This is your invitation to lead your health, own your healing, and step into the next year with intention. Let’s do this together.🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’ve been told your bloodwork is “normal” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, anxious, or stuck in your weight… this episode will be a game changer.In Episode 374 of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we break down the exact blood chemistry markers women in perimenopause should request, why they matter, and what they reveal that most doctors completely overlook.You’ll learn:✨ The truth about thyroid testing — and why TSH alone is NOT enough ✨ How to interpret a full iron panel in the context of fatigue + hair loss ✨ Why liver markers like ALT, AST, and GGT matter for estrogen detox ✨ The role of fasting insulin, glucose, and A1c in midlife weight gain ✨ How inflammation markers like hs-CRP influence perimenopause symptoms ✨ What free testosterone + SHBG reveal about libido and energy ✨ The key nutrient markers (D, B12, zinc, magnesium, selenium, iodine) every woman should track ✨ How to confidently advocate for these tests with your primary care providerIf you want a clear roadmap for understanding your body in perimenopause — not just being dismissed with “everything looks fine” — this episode is your toolkit.🔗 Links & ResourcesBeam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) Connect With Bria: 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’ve been struggling with low energy, poor sleep, anxiety, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling exhausted for no reason, this episode is about to blow your mind.In today’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we’re unpacking the HTMA Test (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) — one of the most underutilized but powerful tools for understanding your metabolism, stress load, and hormone health during perimenopause.You’ll learn:✨ What the HTMA test actually measures and why it reveals what blood testing can’t ✨ How mineral imbalances affect sleep, libido, mood, energy, and weight ✨ How to know if HTMA will help you break through stubborn symptoms ✨ Why you need an experienced practitioner to interpret mineral patterns ✨ The biggest lessons I’ve learned from running hundreds of HTMAs ✨ How mineral balancing can transform perimenopause — and your whole lifeIf you’ve ever wondered why your body feels overwhelmed, depleted, or unresponsive — even when you’re doing everything right — this episode will help you finally understand what’s going on beneath the surface.🔗 Links & ResourcesBeam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) Connect With Bria: 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you haven’t slept through the night since… you can’t remember when — this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by women’s hormone expert Robin Nielsen to uncover why perimenopause seems to hijack your sleep, what’s really going on in your body, and the actionable steps you can take this week to finally get restorative, uninterrupted sleep again.Robin breaks down the misunderstood connection between sleep, cortisol, insulin, and hormone balance, why nighttime waking is NOT always “just hormones,” and how nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar issues, toxins, ferritin levels, digestion, and stress are quietly wrecking your sleep more than you realize.If you’ve been told to just “take melatonin,” “stop caffeine,” or “wait it out,” — you’re going to love this conversation. Robin brings raw honesty, science-backed wisdom, and a completely fresh perspective on how sleep drives every hormone in your body and how to become the CEO of your own circadian rhythm in perimenopause.In this episode, you’ll learn:The hidden reasons your sleep falls apart in perimenopause (and why it’s not only estrogen).Why cortisol and insulin are the two “sleep dictators” running the show.The practical, low-cost changes that dramatically improve sleep — without guesswork or overwhelm.Whether you’re dealing with night sweats, 2–4am wake-ups, racing thoughts, exhaustion, or feeling like you’re aging faster than you should — this episode will help you reclaim peaceful sleep, resilient hormones, and a life that flows again.This conversation will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and equipped with the clarity you’ve been searching for.✨ Three Key Takeaways1️⃣ Sleep is the foundation of hormone regulation — not the other way around. 2️⃣ Balancing cortisol and insulin is the missing link for midlife sleep success. 3️⃣ You must know YOUR body — symptoms show up differently for every woman, but the root causes are measurable and fixable.Learn More From Robin Here:Instagram: @robinanielsenWebsite: https://naturalhormonesolution.com/Sign up for Robin’s Hormone Reset Program: https://naturalhormonesolution.com/hormonereset/Natural Solutions for Hormone Balance Sisterhood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturalsolutionshormonebalance/THE COMPLETE HORMONE ASSESSMENT: naturalhormonesolution.com/bria 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you struggle with symptoms like poor sleep, fatigue, bloating, anxiety, memory issues, stubborn weight, low libido, or food sensitivities, and your lab work always looks “normal,” this episode is going to change everything.In this week’s episode of The Period Whisperer, we’re diving deep into the GI MAP, the DNA-based stool test that uncovers infections, parasites, inflammation, malabsorption, leaky gut, microbiome imbalance — and how all of it connects to your hormones, metabolism, and mood.You’ll learn:✨ What the GI MAP actually measures and why it is more advanced than traditional stool testing ✨ How gut issues can cause sleep disruptions, hormone imbalance, anxiety, and weight resistance ✨ Why the GI MAP isn’t covered by insurance (and why you can use your HSA/FSA card) ✨ Why having an experienced practitioner interpret your results truly matters ✨ What I’ve learned after running hundreds of GI MAP tests in my practice ✨ The reason I run a GI MAP on myself annually — and why you may want to alsoIf you’ve been searching for answers, trying protocols, or buying supplements and still not getting better — your gut might be the real root cause.This is the episode that will help you finally understand your body — and build a plan that actually works.🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’ve been doing everything right—eating clean, working out, tracking the numbers—yet still battling stubborn weight, exhaustion, or hormonal chaos… your liver may be the missing link no one is talking about.In this week’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m joined by the powerhouse herself, Coach Lisa Pickart, a 65-year-old nutritionist and health coach with over 45 years of experience helping midlife women finally break free from obesity, chronic stress, inflammation, and stalled weight loss.Lisa’s approach is bold and refreshing: your liver is the command center of your metabolism. And in perimenopause—when hormones fluctuate, stress spikes, and detox pathways slow down—most women don’t realize their liver is overwhelmed, congested, and unable to process the hormonal load their body is carrying.In this eye-opening conversation, we break down the liver–weight connection your doctor probably missed, how perimenopause stresses the liver even more, what symptoms signal you’re dealing with congestion, and the simple, practical steps women can take right now to support detoxification, energy, fat loss, and hormone balance.If you’re feeling stuck in your body, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and a roadmap.Key Takeaways1. The liver is the overlooked root cause of stubborn weight, fatigue, and hormone imbalance in perimenopause.Lisa explains how stress, toxins, estrogen fluctuations, poor sleep, alcohol, medications, and nutrient deficiencies overwhelm the liver—and how this drives weight gain, cravings, bloating, and inflammation.2. Most doctors miss liver congestion because standard labs don’t reveal functional stress.Lisa walks through the signs and symptoms women should look for—like waking up at 3am, belly fat, chemical sensitivity, skin issues, irritability, and stalled metabolism—and why they matter.3. You can start supporting your liver today with simple, powerful steps.From hydration to minerals to gentle movement, bitter foods, targeted supplements, and lifestyle shifts, Lisa shares the exact actions women can take to reduce inflammation and unlock weight loss in midlife.If you’re ready to understand your body on a deeper level and finally break through the invisible barrier standing between you and feeling like yourself again, this episode is a must-listen.🔗 Learn More from Lisa Pickart📸 Instagram: @lifebacksystem 🌐 Website: https://go.lifebacksystem.com/home ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Connect with Bria: 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’ve been struggling with sleep, brain fog, stubborn weight, mood swings, low libido, or just feeling “off” in your body — even though you’re doing everything right — this episode is about to change the way you think about your hormones.In today’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m breaking down the DUTCH test in the simplest, most practical way possible. Whether you’ve never heard of it or you’ve always wondered if it’s worth the investment, you’ll learn:✨ What the DUTCH test actually measures (and why bloodwork often misses the real problem) ✨ How cortisol patterns, estrogen detox pathways, and hormone metabolites impact your sleep, mood, energy, and weight ✨ How to know if the DUTCH test can help YOU have better sleep, clearer thinking, higher libido, and easier weight loss ✨ Why it isn’t covered by insurance — but why you can use your HSA/FSA card ✨ Why you must have an experienced practitioner interpret your results ✨ The reason I run a DUTCH test on myself every year ✨ And why this is one of my favorite tools for helping midlife women feel like themselves againIf you’ve ever wished you could finally understand what your hormones are doing — and get a clear, personalized roadmap to support your body — this episode is a must-listen.🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
In this brand new episode, I’m joined by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Elizabeth Katzman, who works with women who feel like they’re “doing everything right” yet still battling fatigue, bloating, weight gain, anxiety, and hormonal chaos in perimenopause.Together, we unpack one of the least-discussed contributors to midlife symptoms: the long-term impact of hormonal birth control.Elizabeth breaks down how birth control affects every system of the female body—from thyroid function to bone density, minerals, gut health, hormone communication, inflammation, and even nervous system regulation. And most importantly, she explains how these effects can linger for years after stopping birth control, often showing up most dramatically in perimenopause.Whether you were on birth control for two years or twenty, whether you stopped in your 20s or are still on it in your 40s, this episode will help you understand your symptoms in a whole new way.In This Episode, We Cover:Elizabeth’s story and how she became an FDNHow hormonal birth control actually works inside the bodyThe silent, long-term “birth control hangover” that impacts women in midlifeWhat Elizabeth sees in her practice when women enter perimenopause after years on birth controlThe difference between stopping birth control young vs. staying on it into your 30s and 40sWhy birth control is still handed out to women in perimenopause—even when they don’t need contraceptionHow to safely support your hormones, thyroid, minerals, gut, and detox pathways after long-term hormonal birth controlElizabeth’s raw, unfiltered advice for every woman navigating perimenopauseHow to learn from and work with ElizabethKey TakeawaysHormonal birth control leaves functional imprints on the body—impacting thyroid conversion, bone density, mineral levels, gut permeability, inflammation, and clotting risk.Women often feel the effects most deeply during perimenopause, when the body is already undergoing major hormonal shifts.You can support and heal from the birth control hangover through mineral replenishment, gut repair, liver support, and hormone communication restoration.🔗 Links & Resources Learn More From Elizabeth Katzman📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongchoices1 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@strongchoices1 🌐 Website: https://StrongChoices.comConnect with Bria: 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’re a high-achieving woman in midlife who wants better health, more energy, deeper relationships, stronger finances, and a career that actually lights you up in 2026, this episode is your roadmap.Inside this powerful year-end coaching session, Bria breaks down the single most important step you must take right now (yes — in 2025!) to guarantee massive improvement in your health and hormones next year.This isn’t another “new year, new you” pep talk.It’s a grounded, research-backed strategy that Bria uses with her clients to help them finally get out of survival mode, stop burning out, and create real, lasting physiological change.You’ll walk away with:✔️ A clear, doable action plan to set yourself up for hormone balance in 2026 ✔️ The framework Bria uses with her private clients to create predictable results ✔️ A new way to think about your time, energy, boundaries, and daily decisions ✔️ The reason most midlife women stay stuck — and the shift that changes everything ✔️ Why this one step impacts not just your hormones, but your relationships, money, and career growth ✔️ The exact moves to make now so you don’t repeat another year of “trying everything but feeling worse”If you’re ready to feel better in your body, lighten the mental load, and create the kind of midlife that feels expansive instead of exhausting, hit play. Your 2026 self will thank you.Connect with Bria: 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
In this validating episode, I’m joined by fitness and hormone health coach Molly McNamee, founder of MFit Workouts and expert in helping women balance stress hormones so they can finally shed stubborn weight without restrictive diets or punishing workouts.Together, we break down why the traditional “eat less, move more” approach that may have worked in your 20’s and 30’s is the exact thing sabotaging your metabolism, nervous system, and fat loss in perimenopause—especially if you’re a high-achieving woman juggling stress, responsibilities, and nonstop pressures.Molly shares how chronic stress, cortisol overload, over-training, under-eating, and nervous system dysregulation all block weight loss in midlife, plus what women can do instead to feel strong, energized, emotionally stable, and metabolically resilient again.This episode is essential listening for any woman who feels like her body is betraying her—or who’s tired of trying everything and still not seeing results.In This Episode, We Discuss:Why “eat less, move more” works when you’re younger… but backfires in perimenopauseSubtle signs of nervous system dysregulation that show up as weight gain, anxiety, cravings, burnout, and exhaustionThe truth about HIIT training, fasting, and hustle culture—and who they actually harmHow to rebuild a fitness routine that supports your hormones instead of stressing themWhere beginners should start (without overwhelm)What Molly does personally to keep her stress and nervous system regulatedHer unfiltered advice for every woman navigating perimenopauseHow to access Molly’s resources, coaching, and her Cortisol Checklist Key TakeawaysWeight loss resistance in perimenopause is often a stress and nervous system issue—not a willpower issue.Chronic overtraining and under-eating spike cortisol, which tells your body to store fat, increase cravings, and slow metabolism.Women in midlife need smarter, gentler, hormone-supportive fitness strategies—not more intensity, restriction, or pressure.🔗 Links & ResourcesLearn more from Molly:🌐 Website: https://mollymcnamee.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mfit.workouts/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsmollyrae🧪 Cortisol Checklist: https://mollymcnamee.com/cortisol-checklistConnect with Bria:🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
In this solo episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the five things that have been on my mind lately—five mindset shifts, habits, and truths that are helping me stay grounded, energized, and aligned as I navigate my own perimenopause journey.These are the real, behind-the-scenes thoughts that are shaping my health decisions, guiding my daily choices, and helping me feel better in a season that can easily feel chaotic, confusing, or overwhelming. If you’ve been craving validation, direction, or that “okay, it’s not just me” moment… this is the episode to listen to.I talk about what’s working, what I’m rethinking, what I’m prioritizing, and the subtle but powerful shifts that continue to help me get out of health debt, stabilize my hormones, and build true peak performance in midlife.Whether you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, inflamed, overwhelmed, or simply unsure of your next step—there’s something here for you.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The mindset shift that’s keeping me steady during hormonal chaosA simple habit I’m doubling down on that’s improving everything from sleep to moodWhat I’m noticing in my body that’s changing how I train and recoverA truth about stress and expectations that every midlife woman needs to hearThe one reframe that’s helping me stay consistent—even when life feels hardThis episode is a grounding breath, a reset button, and a roadmap—all wrapped into one. Tune in to hear the real thoughts guiding my perimenopause journey… and how they might transform yours too. Connect with Bria:🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
In this episode, I sit down with functional health educator and author Caroline Allen to uncover one of the most overlooked foundations of midlife vitality: mineral replenishment. After years of doing “everything right” and still feeling burnt out, anxious, and depleted, Caroline discovered that mineral deficiency—not willpower, not mindset, not workouts—was the hidden root cause behind her symptoms. Now she’s on a mission to help women understand why minerals matter so deeply in perimenopause, how our modern world has stripped them from our food and water, and how to safely replenish them to restore energy, sleep, hormones, mood, and resilience. In this episode, we break down: What minerals actually are and why they’re essential for hormone balance, mitochondria, and nervous system health How to know if you’re silently depleted (spoiler: most of us are) The biggest causes of depletion—from stress to soil quality to perimenopause physiology The best (and safest) ways to test mineral levels Why plant-based, full-spectrum minerals outperform conventional supplements Simple first steps to start nourishing your mineral stores today Caroline’s unfiltered advice for women navigating midlifeIf you’re feeling fatigued, fried, foggy, or frustrated… this conversation will help you finally understand why. Key TakeawaysMineral depletion is one of the most common—but ignored—drivers of perimenopause symptoms. Proper testing and full-spectrum mineral replenishment can profoundly improve energy, sleep, mood, and hormone balance. You’re not broken—you’re depleted. And replenishing minerals is a simple, powerful place to start. 🔗 Links & ResourcesLearn more from Caroline Alan:📚 The Mineral Reset (Hay House, April 2026 — preorder info coming soon)🌿 Website: https://www.carolinealan.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official/🌊 BEAM Minerals: https://beamminerals.com/📸 BEAM Minerals on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/💻 Mineral Reset Book Info: http://mineralresetbook.comMentioned in the Episode:✨ BEAM Minerals Complete Women’s Kit✨ BEAM Advanced Set✨ 60-Day Liquid Plant-Based Minerals ProtocolConnect with Bria:🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Take the 2-Minute Health Debt Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68ab9b1d8bbfc20015513285📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough
If you’ve ever wondered whether peptides could help you lose weight, boost energy, or feel like yourself again in perimenopause — this final episode in The Period Whisperer Peptides Mini-Series is your crash course in clarity.Bria breaks down the truths, fears, and facts about peptide therapy — what they are, how they work, and what every woman needs to know before diving in. She also shares the difference between smart peptide use and the hype you see online, why foundations come first, and how these tools can accelerate healing when your body is ready.Inside the episode:💉 The real science behind peptides — and why they’re not shortcuts but cell messengers that repair your body from within⚖️ The biggest myths and fears about safety, dependency, and “cheating”✨ Who peptides are for (and who they’re not for)📚 How to safely learn more through The Ultimate Guide to Peptides in Perimenopause — available now for just $19🎓 A sneak peek at Bria’s upcoming Peptide Advantage Certification — designed for practitioners ready to ethically integrate this cutting-edge modality into their practiceIf you’re doing the foundational work but still feeling stuck, this episode will help you understand what’s next — and how peptide therapy might be the missing link between frustration and full-body vitality.🎧 Listen now to learn the truth about peptides, get practical next steps, and grab your copy of The Ultimate Guide to Peptides in Perimenopause today for just $19.👉 Grab your guide here👉 Book a FREE Hormone Optimization Call👉 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily hormone and midlife health tips
If you’ve ever felt like your body has changed and nothing seems to work anymore — even when you’re “doing everything right” — this episode will give you hope, clarity, and real answers. At 41, Ashley Shaw — a mom of two, successful entrepreneur, and lifelong health advocate — hit a wall. Despite marathon training and strict keto, her energy crashed, her weight wouldn’t budge, and food cravings took over. That’s when she decided to look deeper.In this powerful conversation, Ashley shares how functional lab testing and personalized protocols helped her uncover hidden imbalances, repair her metabolism, and finally lose 25 pounds without restriction or burnout. She also opens up about her experience adding peptide therapy — what worked, what didn’t, and how it helped her reignite her spark. ✨ Inside this episode: The real reason traditional diets and willpower stop working in perimenopauseHow functional testing changed everything for Ashley’s health and mindsetWhat she learned about balancing business, motherhood, and self-careHow peptide therapy accelerated healing and fat loss when used strategicallyIf you’ve been feeling exhausted, frustrated, or stuck in a body that no longer feels like your own, this episode is your reminder that transformation is possible.🎧 Listen now and learn how to rebuild your energy, confidence, and metabolism from the inside out. ➡️ Ready to feel like a 10 again?Book a call to discover your personalized path back to deep sleep, steady energy, and hormonal harmony in a body that you love. 🎧 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily midlife health and hormone support
If you’ve been feeling foggy, forgetful, or mentally “flat” in midlife — this episode is your wake-up call.In today’s continuation of The Period Whisperer Peptide Mini-Series, Bria breaks down the three peptides that are changing everything for women in perimenopause who want their energy, focus, and mental sharpness back: Semax, Synapsin, and NAD+.You’ll learn: 🧠 The simple science behind how these peptides repair brain pathways, boost focus, and support neurotransmitters ⚡ The real results women are seeing — from better memory and creativity to deeper energy and calm 💉 The difference between nasal, injection, and oral forms (and which is right for you) 🚫 Who peptides are and aren’t for — and why your foundations of sleep, nutrition, movement, and mindset still come firstBria also reminds us that peptides aren’t shortcuts — they’re tools to help your body remember how to thrive again.If you’re ready to feel clear, energized, and connected to your spark again, this episode will show you how to combine modern peptide science with foundational hormone health for lasting results.🎯 Ready to go from foggy to focused? Book a call to explore your personalized path back to balance, energy, and feeling like a 10 again.
If you’ve ever felt like your body hit a wall in your 40s — no matter how “healthy” you eat or how hard you work out — this episode will give you hope and real answers.Bria sits down with her client Stephani, who went from total exhaustion and stubborn weight that wouldn’t budge to losing 15 pounds, rebuilding her energy, and finally feeling like herself again.Together they unpack:✨ What was really happening in Stephani’s body before functional testing revealed the truth 🧠 How targeted protocols and foundational shifts transformed her metabolism and mood 💉 Her honest experience using peptide therapy — what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised her most 💪 The daily habits that made the biggest difference in her results 💬 The emotional side of reclaiming confidence and vitality at 45This is the real, unfiltered story of what happens when you stop guessing and start understanding your body.🎧 Listen in for inspiration, practical takeaways, and the reminder that midlife isn’t the end — it’s your turning point.➡️ Ready to feel like a 10 again?Book a call to discover your personalized path back to deep sleep, steady energy, and hormonal harmony in a body that you love. 🎧 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily midlife health and hormone support
If your spark feels dimmer lately — in your body, your energy, or your relationships — this episode is for you.In today’s continuation of The Period Whisperer Peptides Mini-Series, Bria shares the three peptides that are helping women in perimenopause reignite desire, restore connection, and reclaim their vitality — PT-141, Oxytocin, and Sermorelin.You’ll learn: ✨ The simple science behind how each peptide supports arousal, mood, and hormone balance 💉 Why injections work better than pills for real results 💭 Common myths and concerns about peptide therapy (and what’s actually true) 🌿 Why no peptide can fix a weak foundation — and how to build yours through nutrition, movement, and mindsetThis episode is educational, empowering, and a beautiful reminder that desire isn’t lost — it’s waiting to be reawakened.➡️ Ready to feel like a 10 again?Book a call to discover your personalized path back to deep sleep, steady energy, and hormonal harmony in a body that you love. 🎧 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily midlife health and hormone support
Feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career but unsure if it’s the right time to pivot? On this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, I’m joined by Lori Zuker Briller and Rachel Zaslansky Sheer, founders of The Grapevine and authors of Straight From the Grapevine: How to Crush Your Job Search. From assistants navigating Hollywood to mentors guiding thousands of professionals nationwide, Lori and Rachel share their practical, no-nonsense roadmap for successfully navigating a midlife career change.We cover how to recognize when it’s time to pivot, overcome fear and self-doubt, leverage your network, and build a personal brand that helps you land the right role—one that aligns with your values and lifestyle.Key Takeaways:How to identify when a career change is the right move and separate temporary dissatisfaction from long-term misalignment.Strategies to overcome fear, rejection, and uncertainty while gaining confidence to take the next step.Concrete steps to build your personal brand, leverage your network, and strategically approach your job search for a successful midlife career pivot.If you’re ready to take control of your career and create meaningful work that energizes and inspires you, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and motivation.Learn More From Lori & Rachel Here:Web: https://www.thegrapevineagency.comInsta: @grapevineagency ➡️ Ready to feel like a 10 again?Book a call to discover your personalized path back to deep sleep, steady energy, and hormonal harmony in a body that you love. 🎧 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily midlife health and hormone support
If your skin feels dull, your hair thinner, and your energy missing in midlife — this episode is for you.In today’s continuation of The Period Whisperer Peptides Mini-Series, Bria shares the three peptides that are helping women in perimenopause reclaim their glow, their energy, and their confidence from the inside out — B12, Glutathione, and GHK-Cu.You’ll learn: ✨ The simple science behind how these peptides support collagen, hair growth, detox, and energy 💉 Why injectable peptides work better than pills or creams by delivering results straight to your cells 🌿 How foundational habits — like protein, minerals, movement, and mindset — make all the difference ⚖️ And why personalized peptide therapy should always be guided by labs and practitioner insightBria also reminds us that no peptide can fix a weak foundation — but when combined with strong daily habits and proper guidance, they can become a powerful catalyst for repair, radiance, and hormone harmony in perimenopause.If you’re ready to go from feeling flat to feeling like a 10 again — book a free discovery call with Bria to explore how functional lab work and safe peptide use can help you rebuild vitality from the inside out.➡️ Ready to feel like a 10 again?Book a call to discover your personalized path back to deep sleep, steady energy, and hormonal harmony in a body that you love. 🎧 Follow @bria_periodwhisperer on Instagram for daily midlife health and hormone support





Love the bite size pieces of information!! Bria’s energy and passion are palpable. She does an awesome job breaking down complex info in an easy to understand way!! Appreciate the recap of takeaways at the end! No excuses for not achieving success with this coach in your ear!! Great listen!!