April 1, 2024
The Power of Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist As women navigate the intricate phases from perimenopause and menopause, the quest for health and vitality becomes a paramount concern. Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT) or more specifically Bioidentical Menopausal Hormone Therapy (BmHT) emerges as a powerful tool in this journey that can offer a personalized […]
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March 29, 2024
Top Signs Perimenopause Is Ending and What It Means for You
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Noticing changes and wondering if perimenopause is winding down? Key signs indicate the finale of this transitional phase is in sight. This concise guide will help you identify those signs perimenopause is ending, as your body prepares for the next stage of its hormonal journey. […]
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March 29, 2024
Menopause and Sleep: Strategies for Restful Nights
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Menopause often brings with it a wave of sleep disruptions, leaving many to wonder how to restore a peaceful night’s rest. This article delves into the hormonal upheavals that affect “menopause and sleep”, outlining practical, evidence-based measures to enhance your sleep quality during this transitional […]
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March 29, 2024
Decoding the Truth: Can You Get Pregnant After Menopause?
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Can you get pregnant after menopause? Directly speaking, natural pregnancy is highly unlikely once you enter menopause. In this article, we’ll explain why this is the case, the role hormones play, and what options exist for motherhood beyond the menopausal threshold. Understanding Menopause and Its […]
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March 8, 2024
Intimacy Changes: Navigating Painful Sex After Menopause
The years of perimenopause and transition into menopause is a profound time period. It is unique for each woman. As our bodies respond to declining and fluctuating levels of sex hormones, women may experience physiologic symptoms and changes of attitude toward intimacy. In particular, painful sex is often a complaint that many women experience and […]
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January 31, 2024
Navigating the Transition: When is the Optimal Time for Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Let’s dive into a topic that resonates with many women in their journey towards understanding menopause treatment: “When is the best time to start menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) or hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?” This is not just a question about timing; it’s about quality of […]
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January 29, 2024
Treatment for Vaginal Dryness During Perimenopause: Vaginal Estrogen Can Help
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is a natural phase of transition that women experience before reaching menopause. It is characterized by hormonal fluctuations, which can lead to a variety of physical and emotional changes. Navigating the waters of perimenopause and menopause can feel like charting unknown territory. One of […]
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January 29, 2024
Managing Your Mental Health During Menopause
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist When most people think of menopause, hot flashes and other physical symptoms come to mind, but for many women menopause and perimenopause bring about significant emotional and mental health changes that can be challenging to address and tricky to identify. In this blog post, we […]
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December 19, 2023
Understanding Perimenopause Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is an important phase in a woman’s life, marking the transition from reproductive years to menopause. This natural biological process can occur anytime between the ages of 35 and 50, although it typically occurs in women in their 40s, and can last anywhere from […]
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December 19, 2023
Menopause, sex and relationships. All you should know.
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Sex isn’t always top of mind when thinking about menopause, but hormonal changes are part of significant physical, mental, and emotional changes that happen at this time, and these can impact sex and intimacy in many ways. First, let’s level set. When we talk about […]
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September 11, 2023
The Best Menopause Specialist or The Importance of a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Navigating the complex and often challenging journey of menopause requires expert guidance and support. You deserve to get the best menopause specialist to walk with you on this journey, but often it is hard to know where to find a provider with this special training. […]
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July 18, 2023
Perimenopause vs Menopause: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause and menopause are two distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive life that are often misunderstood and shrouded in mystery. This blog post aims to explain more about these two distinct life stages – exploring their differences, the hormonal changes that are happening, symptoms, and […]
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