This Is Perimenopause: Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife
Episodes
Sleep to Improve Your Healthspan with Dr. Woganee Filate: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Woganee Filate, sleep specialist and co-founder of Lume Women + Health, is back on the show to break down the science of sleep an...
Better Sex in Perimenopause with Dr. Lori Brotto and Elayne Wandler: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More pleasurable and satisfying sex is all in your mind. If you’ve been struggling with low libido or sexual anxiety then this episode’s for ...
Get Back To Sleep in Perimenopause with CBT-I and Dominique Williams: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lying awake at 2 a.m., staring at the ceiling, mentally catastrophizing about tomorrow? We've all been there, especially in perimenopause. You've prob...
Iron Deficiency, Anemia, and Iron Infusions with NDs Nic + Nat: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling tired all the time? Struggling with brain fog and irritability? Before you chalk it up to just another annoying perimenopause symptom, listen ...
How to Tackle Sleep Problems with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky : Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you're ready to stop surviving on coffee and cat naps, this episode is a must-listen. In the first episode of our Reclaim Your Rest with Endy ...
Meet Mikelle’s Pull-up Coach, David Caixeiro: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New year, new goals… same confusion about what to actually do in the gym? Meet David Caixeiro, the fitness and lifestyle coach who’s training Mike...
Say The Thing - “I love you…and I want to kill you.”: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“I love you… and I want to kill you.” If that sentence makes you feel seen, this episode is for you.Mikelle and Michelle are joined by Béatrice...
Men and Perimenopause with John McCalla: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time a man asked you about your perimenopause journey? If you're like most women, the answer is probably never. But what if that cou...
Sexual Health and Intimacy in Perimenopause with Jeanne Lefebvre: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From declining libido to painful sex, many women struggle silently with menopause-related sexual issues. They may feel embarrassed, ashamed, or simply...
Simple, Sustainable Nutrition for Perimenopause with Christie Chapman | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Social media is flooded with nutrition advice that changes faster than your perimenopause symptoms. Every influencer has a different magic bullet - fr...
Testosterone in Perimenopause with Dr. Ariane Ouellet-Decoste and Fiona Lake Waslander: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to topics fueling debates in the menopause world right now, testosterone is the ultimate lightning rod. In this episode, we dive deep in...
Heart Health, Cholesterol, & Prevention in Perimenopause with Dr. Daiana Castleman | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this mind-blowing conversation, Dr. Daiana Castleman discusses the critical aspects of heart health for women navigating menopause. The discussion ...
Making Space for Yourself in Perimenopause with Dr. Kristine Laderoute | Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running on autopilot? Constantly giving to everyone else while neglecting your own needs? Feeling disconnected from yourself? Welcome to our world! An...
Mental Health and Perimenopause with Dr. Ariel Dalfen | Menopause Journey and Midlife Where Suffering is Optional
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dealing with crippling uncontrollable rage, anxiety, and crushing depression? Feeling like you're completely falling apart and your doctor's solution ...
Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 2) Menopause Journey and Midlife Where Suffering is Optional
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this incredible episode with Master’s level clinician and eating disorder specialist, we dive even deeper into how disordered ...
Eating Disorders in Perimenopause with Kyla Fox (pt 1) Women’s Menopause Journey in Midlife Where Suffering is Optional
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think eating disorders only affect teenagers? Think again. What if we told you that the food rules, exercise obsessions, and body struggles you're exp...
Mic Drop Moments from This Is Perimenopause Season 2: Women's Menopause Journey in Midlife where Suffering is Optional
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We learned so much in Season 2 from so many incredible experts, here are just a few of the mic drop moments that every woman deserves to know:Giving y...
10 Years of Menopause Medicine with Dr. Shafeena Premji: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What Would Dr. Premji Do?Before menopause was having a moment, before celebrities were talking about it, before it was cool - Dr. Shafeena Premj...
Challenging Beauty Standards with Andrea Claire: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We refuse to play by rules written by an industry that sees dollar signs in our self-doubt. We're breaking up with the lie that our worth diminishes w...
Breaking Patterns That Keep You Small: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why you keep repeating the same relationship patterns? Why you apologize for everything, even when it's not your fault? Or why you logical...
Getting Fired Up with Shirley Weir: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The OG menopause trailblazer is back on The TIP Podcast to share what she’s been up to. And she’s been busy. In the last year Shirley Weir has lau...
Better Sex in Perimenopause: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sex used to be fun. Now it's either painful, non-existent, or something you do because you feel like you should. Your body doesn't feel like yours any...
Lume Minute: Are There Other Reasons to Take Hormone Therapy Besides the Approved List?
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:Are there other reasons to take hormone therapy besides the approved list?In this episode, you'll discover:Ho...
Suffering Is Optional: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey.**Correction** Dr. Jen ...
Lume Minute: Testosterone Replacement for Perimenopausal Women
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: I have heard about testosterone replacement for women. What is it for?In this Lume Minute, you'll dis...
Better Poop: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Today we’re talking about ...
Lume Minute: Why Can’t I Sleep in Perimenopause?
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate from one of our listeners is, why can't I sleep anymore? Why don't I sleep through the night? Why am I wakin...
The Menopause Playbook: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. "It's not just about HRT or ...
Lume Minute: What Are The Health Canada Approved Indications for Hormone Therapy?
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:What are the Health Canada approved indications for hormone therapy?In this episode, you'll discover:The appr...
Perimenopause - A Beautiful Hot Mess: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Imagine a menopause practiti...
Lume Minute: Supplements for Perimenopause
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is:Which supplements are best for me to prioritize and for what?In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:Supp...
Career Survival Through the Menopause Years: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Is perimenopause threatening...
Lume Minute: Managing Weight Gain in Menopause with Dr. Woganee Filate
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate is: Is there a way to manage weight gain related to menopause?In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:Why menop...
The Menopause Foundation of Canada: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. This episode was recorded as...
Lume Minute: A Family Member had Breast Cancer. Can I Take Hormone Therapy?
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:A family member had breast cancer. Can I take hormone therapy?In this episode, you'll discover:Hormone therap...
Accessible Menopause Care: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. In this conversation, Angela...
Lume Minute: Bioidentical Hormones for Perimenopause with Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lume Minute: Bioidentical Hormones for PerimenopauseToday’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is: Are bioidentical hormones better?In this Lume Min...
Advocating for Culturally Competent Healthcare: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. Ever felt like your world tu...
Lume Minute: Is the DUTCH Test a reliable screening method?
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the DUTCH Test a reliable screening method?In this Lume Minute, you'll discover:What the Dutch isWhy it's not reliable for determining me...
We’re not afraid to say Vulva! Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. DISCOUNT CODE: Want to try I...
Lume Minute: What Can I Expect from a Menopause Appointment with My Doctor?
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:What Can I Expect from a Menopause Appointment with My Doctor?In this episode, you'll discover:What a go...
Shame Dies When Stories Are Told: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. In this episode, Stefanie Pe...
Lume Minute: Tracking Menopause Without a Period with Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Amy Louis Bayliss is:I don't get periods anymore. I have an IUD or I've had a hysterectomy. How do I know if I&ap...
Lose Your Weight with Gina Livy: Women's Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each episode will share life stories and expert insight into women's health and your perimenopause and menopause journey. We promise this conversation...
How Tinder Saved My Life with Cervical Cancer Survivor Rachel Bartholomew
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dealing with endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain or painful sex? Then tune into this candid, inspiring conversation with Rachel Bartholomew. Di...
Lume Minute: I want my hormones checked. Will this be helpful?
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Woganee Filate is:I want my hormones checked. Will this be helpful?In this episode, you'll discover:Why testing for me...
Learning To Advocate for Your Best Health in Perimenopause with Shirley Weir
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Menopause is having a moment right now, but Shirley Weir has been leading the charge since 2012 when she founded Menopause Chicks. Shirley has spent o...
Lume Minute: How Do I Start The Conversation with My Doctor?
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s question for Dr. Sarah Shaw is:How do I start the conversation with my doctor about symptoms that I’m not even sure are real symptoms?In t...
Therapy: An Important Tool In Your Perimenopausal Toolkit with Stefanie Peachey
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mikelle recently sat down with Stefanie Peachey, owner of Peachey Counselling to talk about the unique life challenges women face and why seeking prof...
Curious About Ozempic? Meet Our Friend Paulina
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about weight loss and drugs like Ozempic? Interested in learning some facts about these drugs? As with all of the information we provide, th...
Creating Your Perimenopausal Care Plan with Dr. Sarah Shaw
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling lost in the fog of perimenopause? Not sure where to turn for help? Dr. Sarah Shaw, a family physician with a passion for women's health, ...
Everything You Need to Know About The National Menopause Show with Angela Macgregor
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for answers to all your perimenopause questions? Angela Macgregor felt the same way, which inspired her to organize Canada's inaugural Na...
Navigating Menopocalypse and Coming Out Stronger with Amanda Thebe
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like your body's betraying you these days? Feeling lost, confused, and unsure of what the hell’s going on? Then this is the episode for yo...
Turning Midlife Setbacks into Comebacks with Amy Shoenthal
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt stuck in a rut, unsure how to move forward? Meet Amy Shoenthal, journalist, marketing consultant, and author of the bestselling book The Set...
Making the Uncomfortable Comfortable. A Conversation about Menstrual Health with Nadia Ladak
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Marlow a company that’s transforming the landscape of menstrual health with their lubricated tampons. Joining us is co-founder, Nadia La...
Sober Curious in Perimenopause: How Quitting Alcohol Can Transform Your Life with Michelle Hillier
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what life might look like without alcohol? Whether because of the sleep disruptions or just a niggling feeling that you might f...
Sleepless in Perimenopause? How to Get Back to Sleep with Dr. Woganee Filate
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Counting sheep not cutting it anymore? You're not alone. Up to 60% of women in perimenopause struggle with sleep issues. And it might not be the...
Fight, Flight, or Fat. How Stress is Impacting Your Weight with Kerri Hallman
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stressed and watching your waistline expand? It's not your imagination!In this episode, we're joined by Kerri Hallman, a Stress-Redu...
Progesterone 101 With Shelby Sheppard. What Every Woman Needs to Know: With Shelby Sheppard
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome back Shelby Sheppard for a deep dive into progesterone. A hormone that impacts everything from our mood to our sleep, and is un...
Just Breathe. Using Your Breath to Find Your Calm in Perimenopause with Jennifer Mansell
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt overwhelmed with worry, stress, or anxiety? A sense of calm could be just a breath away. Join us as we explore the power of breath with Jenn...
Preventive Health in Perimenopause with Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss is leading the charge in the world of preventive health, and in this episode, she’s sharing some game-changing insights with u...
Why We All Need to Become Menopause Advocates with Trish Barbato
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about how menopause affects women's lives beyond just the personal health symptoms? Trish Barbato, Co-Founder of the Menopa...
Menopause, Cancer, and Finding Yourself with Dani Binnington
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with Dani Binnington, a breast cancer survivor who has turned her experience into a mission to support other women navigating c...
Healing From The Hustle in Perimenopause with Monica Bodurka
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like you're running on empty, yet the to-do list keeps growing? Perpetually exhausted, completely unproductive, and don’t know what to do?...
Is Anyone in Perimenopause Sleeping?! With Dr. Maja Schaedel, Dr. Zoe Schaedel and The Good Sleep Clinic
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve read this far, your answer is likely no. Neither are we! That’s why you need to listen to this week’s podcast with The Good Sleep Clin...
We All Deserve Better in Perimenopause: Blending Naturopathic Wisdom and Modern Medicine with Dr. Kirsten Smith, ND
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for a chance to understand your perimenopausal body better and find options to manage your symptoms? If so, this podcast is for you. ...
The Perimenopause Closet Makeover with Mila Banerjee's Pronti AI
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Frustrated with your wardrobe that just doesn't work anymore? Between hot flashes, mood swings, and those sudden size changes, it can be tough fi...
The Breast Talk Ever: Screening, Density, and How to Advocate for Your Health with Jennie Dale
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what it means to have dense breasts? Neither did Jennie Dale. When she found out after her own breast cancer diagnosis, she got mad. Reall...
I Just Peed My Pants! Perimenopause and Pelvic Floors with Kathleen White
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sneezing shouldn't trigger a mad dash for the bathroom, nor should a casual stroll past the restroom turn into a sprint.If this hits home, you&ap...
You’re Worth It: Rethinking Your Fitness Routine After 40 with Alison Cascagnette
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel defeated because after spending hours sweating at the gym, you’re not seeing the results you want?In today’s episode, we’re joined b...
Easy Tips to Unlock Perimenopause Weight Loss with Diana Ragno
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to understand how simple nutrition and lifestyle tweaks can help you to lose the perimenopause weight once and for all? And how these tweaks can ...
Navigating The Hormonal Double Whammy of Puberty and Perimenopause with Kathleen Kelava
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Perimenopause and puberty happening in the same house is a topic that needs more airtime. So, we invited Kathleen Kelava to our podcast to shed some l...
Balancing Numbers to Balancing Your Life with Lisa Moraitis
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we are talking money, budgets, taxes, and getting to know your finances. We are so excited to have Lisa on the show today. If an...
Mastering Resilience Through Daily Moments with Monica Bodurka
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Monica, a holistic health enthusiast, personal development junkie, and the author of A New Way to Be: Becoming RESILIENT one breath, habit, and m...
Flat Please and Make That a Double with Ellyn Winters Robinson
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we meet Ellyn, a crazy dame with a kind heart who has decided to turn breast cancer into a full time business. Ellyn is a wife, ...
Kate Ellis and Tumors Carol Baskin & Joe Exotic
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us would rather not think about breast cancer until we are forced to do so. Kate Ellis is on a mission to change that paradigm. Whether you ha...
Breath + Fire with Michelle Hillier
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we delve into Michelle's remarkable journey of self-discovery, where she pursued her lifelong passion for dance, tried...
Normal Isn’t Always Optimal with Shelby Sheppard
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we welcome Shelby Sheppard, a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with a passion for women’s health and preventive healthcare. She...
Taking The Mystery Out Of Menopause with Dr. Karen Derosiers
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Karen Desrosiers, a distinguished ObGyn specializing in menopause. Dr. Desrosiers dispels common misconcept...
Meet Your Hosts Mikelle and Michelle
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know everything you need to know about perimenopause? We didn’t either.Introducing the This Is Perimenopause podcast! We are your hosts Miche...
Welcome to This Is Perimenopause
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know everything you need to know about perimenopause? We didn’t either.Introducing the This Is Perimenopause podcast! We are your hosts Mich...