Menopause doesn’t happen in isolation. For many women, it arrives during one of the most demanding phases of life — when careers are peaking, leadership responsibilities are expanding, children still need support, and aging parents require care. At the exact moment women are expected to perform at their highest level, their biology is shifting beneath them. In this episode, Dr. Corinne Erickson sits down with Dr. Jada Moore-Ruffin, board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, to e...

Midlife brings change. But when new joint pain, fatigue, stiffness, dryness, and inflammation appear during perimenopause, many women are left wondering: Is this menopause? Or is something deeper happening? In this episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson sits down with Dr. Mala Kaul, board-certified rheumatologist and founder of Integra Health in Atlanta, to unpack one of the most confusing intersections in women’s health. They discuss: Why menopause and autoimmune diseases shar...

Lifting heavy in perimenopause can feel intimidating, especially if you’re more comfortable on a treadmill than in the weight room. In this episode, I’m joined by midlife fitness expert Tracy Steen (Move Daily) to break down how women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond can build muscle safely, sustainably, and without burnout. We cover: • How to start strength training (without being too sore to move tomorrow) • The truth about “pink weights” • Protein targets that are actually r...

What happens when the person on one side of the prescription pad sits down with the person on the other? In this episode, Dr. Corinne Erickson speaks with Dr. Hollie Wakelyn, board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and founder of Menopause Pharmacist LLC, about what’s really happening at the pharmacy counter in the evolving world of menopause care. From estrogen patch shortages to testosterone prescribing barriers, compounded hormone confusion, an...

Perimenopause doesn’t come with a roadmap, and for too many women, it doesn’t even come with a warning. In this episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson is joined by Melissa Oliviera, co-founder of HotPause Health, for a deeply honest and empowering conversation about what women are actually experiencing in midlife, including why so many feel confused, dismissed, or completely alone. Melissa shares how her own perimenopause journey, combined with her background in digital health and pr...

In this solo episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson—board-certified dermatologist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner—takes a careful, evidence-based look at one of the most common and controversial questions she hears from patients and colleagues alike: Should estrogen creams be used on the face for skin health? This episode is not a protocol, recommendation, or one-size-fits-all answer. Instead, it is a review of what the scientific literature shows, where limitation...

What if one of the most important muscle groups in your body is the one no one ever taught you about? In this candid, informative, and refreshingly real episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Tanya Goodrich to talk about all things pelvic floor—what it is, why it matters, and what happens when it’s not functioning the way it should. We’re breaking the silence around the “vanity muscle you actually need to flex,” and why “Skin care Do...

Midlife can make it feel like you’re falling behind — in your body, your confidence, or your sense of self. In this solo episode, Dr. Corinne Erickson shares why menopause isn’t a setback, but a season of becoming. She explores fear, expertise, community, and the mindset shift that inspired The Skin Pause — and why no woman should navigate this phase alone. Enjoy 15% off Dr. Erickson's recommended peri/menopause skincare with code PAUSE15 Instagram: @theskinpause & @drcorinneerickson Web...

Midlife can be a breaking point or a turning point. In this episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson sits down with board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Jen Williams to explore how a pivotal midlife moment led Jen to completely rethink how she practiced medicine and ultimately build a menopause-focused care model that restored purpose, longevity, and personal satisfaction in her career. Together, they unpack what it looks like to lean into menopause not just clinically, but personally. The...

Midlife isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong,” it’s about learning how to evolve with what’s changing. In this episode of The Skin Pause, Dr. Corinne Erickson sits down with Emmy Award–winning makeup artist Nyssa Green for an honest, affirming conversation about confidence, identity, and beauty in midlife. Together, they explore how shifts in hormones, skin texture, facial structure, and personal style can quietly challenge how women see themselves, and why embracing change, rather than resisting...