Midlife often brings symptoms and struggles we don’t talk enough about—fatigue, brain fog, emotional overwhelm, and a sense of being “off.” In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, host Stephanie Shaw speaks with Lori Lisai, a human design coach and midlife mentor, about how human design offers women a new lens for self-awareness and empowerment.

Instead of pushing through or relying only on logic, Lori encourages women to listen to their intuition and use human design as a tool for making more authentic life and work choices. If you’ve ever wondered why traditional advice doesn’t feel right for you, this episode will help you see midlife as a powerful new beginning.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Why midlife symptoms like fatigue and brain fog may be connected to energy drains.
2. How human design helps you reconnect with your intuition and make authentic decisions.
3. Why viewing midlife transitions as opportunities, not endings, changes everything.

In this empowering episode of Hello Hot Flash, host Stephanie Shaw sits down with Kate Wells, former science teacher turned hormone expert and co-founder of Parlor Games. Together, they explore how stress, hormones, and communication intersect during midlife—and what women can do to reclaim balance, energy, and joy.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why managing stress is essential for hormone balance in perimenopause and menopause
• How bioidentical hormone therapy can safely support mood, energy, and vitality
• The surprising connection between adrenal health, stress, and hormone production
• Why open conversations about menopause matter—and how they can change your relationships
• How Kate’s journey from science teacher to entrepreneur empowers women to take charge of their well-being

Kate shares practical strategies for supporting your body through hormone shifts and how business and science can work together to help women thrive in midlife.

• Take the Hormone Harmony Assessment and learn how to beat fatigue, mood swings, and stubborn weight → https://LOScheduling.As.Me/hormone-harmony-assessment
• Dive into our faith-based limited series: Christian Women & Menopause → https://hellohotflash.com/christian-women-and-menopause
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Bladder leaks, pelvic pain, and intimacy struggles in midlife? They’re common — but not inevitable. In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, sexual medicine expert Aleece Fosnight shares the truth about pelvic floor health, menopause, and sexual functioning — and how you can take charge of your well-being.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Why bladder leaks aren’t “just aging.”
2. How pelvic floor therapy can help men and women.
3. Hormone options for genitourinary symptom relief.

Additional Resources:

• Free Hormone Harmony Assessment
• American Urological Association Releases New Guideline on Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause - https://www.auanet.org/about-us/media-center/press-center/american-urological-association-releases-new-guideline-on-genitourinary-syndrome-of-menopause
• Mark Cuban's Insurance Company (this is not an endorcement): https://www.costplusdrugs.com/
• Bristol Stool Chart - https://med.stanford.edu/pediatricsurgery/Conditions/BowelManagement/bristol-stool-form-scale.html

Menopause often brings unexpected changes — brain fog, lack of confidence, and fatigue that can impact every part of life, from your work to your relationships. In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, neuro leadership expert Suzanne Kryder shares how neuroscience can help you understand these changes, and how simple shifts in perspective and nutrition can help you navigate menopause with confidence and clarity. Suzanne’s unique approach blends brain science with self-trust, encouraging women to lean into their inner wisdom during this transition.

What You’ll Learn:

1. How morning protein can reduce brain fog and boost focus.
2. Why influence, not control, is the key to managing menopause symptoms.
3. Practical communication tools to build authentic connections during midlife.

Additional Resources:

• Christian Women & Menopause Podcast

Things We Mentioned In The Interview:

• "The Mind to Lead: Coaching for Calm, Confident Power."
• Taro Iwamoto - https://www.youtube.com/c/TaroIwamoto
• Byron Katie - The Work - https://thework.com/
• Peace Talk Radio - https://www.peacetalksradio.com/episode/finding-peace-in-the-waves-of-perimenopausal-anxiety

Menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience — and neither should the treatment be. In this episode, Dr. Cathleen Brown, OB GYN and medical director of Winona, joins host Stephanie Shaw to explore the power of personalized menopause treatment. From debunking myths around hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to discussing how removing black box warnings can make care safer, this episode empowers women to advocate for their health and find what truly works for them.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Why tailoring menopause treatment improves outcomes and confidence
2. How telehealth platforms like Winona expand access to quality care
3. What changes in FDA guidance could mean for your hormone therapy options

Additional Resources:

• Looking to grow your business through speaking? Explore 900+ engagements here: https://www.hellohotflash.com/speaking-engagement-finder
• https://ravoke.com/four-days-life-health-journey/
• https://www.fda.gov/patients/fda-expert-panels/fda-expert-panel-menopause-and-hormone-replacement-therapy-women-07172025

Struggling with fatigue, cravings, or energy crashes? In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, Dr. Kourtney Simms shares how Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) helps women in perimenopause and menopause understand their bodies in real-time. Learn how fasting, hormones, and daily choices affect metabolism — and how to use data instead of guesswork to take control of your health.

What You’ll Learn:

1. The link between estrogen and insulin sensitivity.
2. How personalized fasting supports metabolic health.
3. Why CGM is a game-changer for midlife women.

About Our Guest:

https://hellohotflash.com/episodes/weight-loss-and-cgm-for-menopause

Additional Resources:

• Looking for a community of like-minded women navigating menopause? Join our community The Change - https://hellohotflash.com/the-change
• Ready to launch your podcast: https://hellohotflash.com/podcast-production
• Grow your business through speaking: https://www.hellohotflash.com/speaking-engagement-finder

In this episode, host Stephanie Shaw speaks with Kelly Blanchard, certified master coach, about turning awareness into empowerment. Kelly shares her personal menopause story and how small, consistent lifestyle changes can make a lasting difference in energy, focus, and overall well-being. From recognizing symptoms early to embracing curiosity and self-care, this episode offers hope and practical strategies for midlife women ready to take back control.

If you have hot flashes during a presentation. Sleepless nights before big days. That mid-afternoon fog that won’t lift no matter how much coffee you drink. These aren’t random — they’re signals your body is changing.

What You’ll Learn:

1. How understanding your body’s signals can reduce fear and uncertainty
2. Why small lifestyle changes like hydration and movement lead to lasting health improvements
3. The mindset shifts that turn menopause into an opportunity for growth.

Additional Resources:

• Looking for a community of like-minded women navigating menopause? Join our community The Change - https://hellohotflash.com/the-change
• Ready to launch your podcast: https://hellohotflash.com/podcast-production
• Looking for speaking opportunities? Check out this free webinar. https://www.hellohotflash.com/sef-webinar-landing-page

Show Notes:

Why do sugar cravings, weight gain, and fatigue hit so hard in midlife? In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, Stephanie Shaw talks with nurse and functional nutrition counselor Katie Kirklin about how gut health and blood sugar balance impact hormones in perimenopause and menopause.

What You’ll Learn:

1. The role of the estrobolome in estrogen regulation.
2. How blood sugar swings affect cravings and energy.
3. Functional nutrition steps for lasting wellness.

About Our Guest: https://hellohotflash.com/episodes/bristol-stool-chart-estrogen-dominance-menopause

Additional Resources:

• Looking for a community of like-minded women navigating menopause? Join our community The Change - https://hellohotflash.com/the-change
• Podcast Production: https://hellohotflash.com/podcast-production
• Speaking Engagement Finder: https://www.hellohotflash.com/speaking-engagement-finder
• Ep 179 https://www.hellohotflash.com/episodes/how-to-get-to-the-root-cause-of-your-menopause-symptoms?rq=andrea
• Bristol Stool - https://med.stanford.edu/pediatricsurgery/Conditions/BowelManagement/bristol-stool-form-scale.html