Ep #172: Period Changes in Perimenopause and Menopause
Has you're period changed recently? Has it ghosted you some months and showed up twice in others? The interview will help you understand why.Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, menopause educator, published menopause researcher, and co-founder of wearemorphus.com chats with Alyx Coble Frakes, founder and CEO of The Agenda., a femtech platform that helps women and people with cycles align work and life with their hormonal rhythms for clearer focus, better communication, and sustainable performance during perimenopause.Topics:The importance of cycle tracking, recognizing hormonal shifts, managing symptoms, and the value of community support. How women are four different women at different phases of their cycle.Encouraging women to embrace their biology, seek community support, and advocate for themselves in healthcare settings.Listeners are reminded: your cycle is a source of wisdom and strength, not shame, knowledge and self-care can transform your journey at any age.Learn more: https://www.theagendaperiod.com/ Send us a text As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0V Support our sponsors: CODE: MORPHUS BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq Timeline: https://bit.ly/4jIK1mR Livon: https://bit.ly/3S6JfDS OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVw CODE: MORPHUS15 Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmx MyVitalC: https://bit.ly/3EQ9bAf CODE MORPHUS20:Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qR Hear.com https://bit.ly/4jUextA FOLLOW US:TikTok: @andreadonsky | @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphus DISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate link...
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Ep #171: Sleepless & Stressed in Perimenopause & Menopause: Here's Why & How to Fix It
Are you having trouble managing stress? Are you experiencing sleep disturbances in perimenopause and menopause? In this interview, you'll learn why this is happening and what to do about it.Join Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist, published menopause researcher, and menopause educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, and her guest Justin Hai, the co‑founder and CEO of Rebalance Health and the author of STRESS Nation.Topics:Technology’s impact: Constant connectivity, content overload, and social media elevate stress, disrupt sleep, and affect digestion.Sleep as a signal: Nighttime sleep quality mirrors cortisol balance; meal timing and digestion are essential.Practical resets: Prioritize sleep hygiene, consistent routines, timing of fluids and alcohol, morning sunlight, phone-free starts to your day, and movement to align cortisol rhythms.Media hygiene: Limit violent/harmful content and be mindful of when you consume it to protect your stress response.Play and connection: Laughter, play, and time with loved ones are great accessible regulators of cortisol and well-being.Links:Stress Nation by Justin Hai: https://amzn.to/3Xrllp8Send us a text As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0V Support our sponsors: CODE: MORPHUS BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq Timeline: https://bit.ly/4jIK1mR Livon: https://bit.ly/3S6JfDS OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVw CODE: MORPHUS15 Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmx MyVitalC: https://bit.ly/3EQ9bAf CODE MORPHUS20:Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qR Hear.com https://bit.ly/4jUextA FOLLOW US:TikTok: @andreadonsky | @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphus DISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate link...
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Ep #170: From Overwhelmed to Empowered in Perimenopause & Menopause with Lisa Brookman, MSW, PSW
In this interview, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, menopause educator and published researcher, and cofounder of WeAreMorphus.com talks with psychotherapist, Lisa Brookman, MSW, PSW from West Island Therpay and Wellness Centre.Topics:What are women experiencing, and why do they feel “different”?How to evaluate root causes of anxiety, depression, mood issues and feeling overwhelmed.Finding the right therapist: How do you choose and what can you expect?Learn more at https://www.westislandtherapycentre.com/Send us a text As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0V Support our sponsors: CODE: MORPHUS BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq Timeline: https://bit.ly/4jIK1mR Livon: https://bit.ly/3S6JfDS OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVw CODE: MORPHUS15 Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmx MyVitalC: https://bit.ly/3EQ9bAf CODE MORPHUS20:Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qR Hear.com https://bit.ly/4jUextA FOLLOW US:TikTok: @andreadonsky | @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphus DISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate link...
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Encore Ep #141: Hormone Therapy with Dr. Anna Cabeca, MD
In this episode, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, published menopause researcher and menopause educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, interviews Anna Cabeca, “The Girlfriend Doctor” DO, OBGYN, FACOG, who is a best-selling author and triple-board-certified physician specializing in gynecology, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She is known for her expertise in women's health, hormone balance, and sexual health. Our podcast has been recognized as the top-ranked menopause podcast worldwide on Feedspot’s 2025 list of best Menopause Podcasts and Perimenopause Podcasts.This must-listen episode addresses the controversies around hormone replacement and what you need to know about the safety and effectiveness of various treatments.Topics Covered:The key differences between birth control pills (which suppress hormones) and bioidentical hormones (which work with your body naturally)Understanding menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and how to personalize it for your unique needsPractical tips for starting hormone therapy and why patches or creams might work better than pillsThe truth about the Women's Health Initiative study and why its findings don't apply to all types of hormone therapySimple ways to support your body's natural hormone detoxification processesDr. Cabeca's holistic approach to hormone health - looking beyond quick fixes to find real solutionsWhy testing mattersThe surprising connection between cholesterol and brain health through hormone productionHow your thyroid, vitamin D levels, and gut health affect your hormonesTips for maintaining intimate health, including safe use of DHEA cream (Julva)A fresh perspective on PCOS and what it means for youWhich ingredients to avoid in hormone creams and whyLinks from the show:Dr. Anna Cabeca's Website: https://drannacabeca.com/Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Books: https://amzn.to/4hVfdxrJulva Cream https://bit.ly/43u9rz9Send us a text As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0V Support our sponsors: CODE: MORPHUS BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq Timeline: https://bit.ly/4jIK1mR Livon: https://bit.ly/3S6JfDS OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVw CODE: MORPHUS15 Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmx MyVitalC: https://bit.ly/3EQ9bAf CODE MORPHUS20:Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qR Hear.com https://bit.ly/4jUextA FOLLOW US:TikTok: @andreadonsky | @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphus DISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate link...
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Ep #169: Hot or Just Me with Carin Luna-Ostaseski
In this episode of "Menopause Reimagined," Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, menopause educator, and published researcher, interviews Carin Luna-Ostaseski, founder of "Hot or Just Me." Carin shares her journey through perimenopause and how it inspired her to create a supportive online resource and shop for women.Topics:The importance of community support and shared experiences among women during menopause.The entrepreneurial journey of creating a business focused on menopause resources and products.The significance of female empowerment and supporting women-owned businesses in the menopause space.Discussion on the stigma and lack of medical training regarding menopause-related issues, such as vaginal dryness.Advocacy for better menopause education and healthcare support at both the state and federal levels.The impact of societal double standards in advertising menopause-related issues compared to male health issues.Encouraging women to take an active role in learning about menopause and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.Links:15% Discount for Purchases at hotorjustme.com: https://bit.ly/3Wj0iVqSend us a text As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0V Support our sponsors: CODE: MORPHUS BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq Timeline: https://bit.ly/4jIK1mR Livon: https://bit.ly/3S6JfDS OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVw CODE: MORPHUS15 Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmx MyVitalC: https://bit.ly/3EQ9bAf CODE MORPHUS20:Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qR Hear.com https://bit.ly/4jUextA FOLLOW US:TikTok: @andreadonsky | @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphus DISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate link...
Welcome to Menopause Reimagined, your go-to podcast for transformation and education around menopause and midlife wellness.I’m Andrea Donsky, your host. With over 20 years as a multiple-award-winning nutritionist, four-time published researcher, and menopause educator, I bring you real talk and trusted guidance. As co-founder of wearemorphus.com, I’m dedicated to helping you take control of your perimenopause and menopause journey.Each episode is designed to empower you with actionable insights. You can expect deep dives into nutrition, lifestyle shifts, supplements, hormone management, and the latest women’s health research. We cover sexual health, mental well-being, practical tips, and more, all with a focus on helping you thrive confidently and naturally through every stage of midlife.No topic is off limits. My mission is to banish the stigma of menopause by talking about it openly and honestly. You’re not crazy or alone—we’ve got each other.If you find value in the show, please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform because it helps more women discover these empowering conversations. And don’t forget to share your favorite episodes and interviews with friends and loved ones who might benefit.Follow me on TikTok (@andreadonsky) & Instagram (@andreadonsky & @wearemorphus).Thanks for listening!