Waking up drenched at 3:07am. Snapping over something small. Puffy eyes. Jeans that suddenly don’t cooperate. And standing in the mirror, wondering, What is happening to me?

If you’re after 50 and your sleep, mood, weight, or patience feel different, this episode is for you.

In this honest conversation on Aging with Grace and Style, Valerie talks about what’s really happening hormonally during perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. For women over 50, these changes aren’t weakness or failure—they’re biology.

You’ll learn why estrogen affects more than your cycle, how hormone shifts impact sleep, mood, brain fog, joint pain, and weight, and what realistic support actually looks like. This episode also explores how hormonal changes affect identity, stress, and confidence—and why talking about it brings relief.

If you’ve been navigating midlife and quietly wondering why everything feels off, this conversation offers clarity, reassurance, and practical next steps.

✨ Key Takeaways

1. Hormonal shifts affect far more than your cycle
2. Rage, anxiety, and brain fog can be biological—not personal failure
3. Sleep and stress management are non-negotiable now
4. You deserve providers who take midlife seriously
5. Midlife is a transition—not a breakdown

🔗 Links & Resources

Episode mentioned: Brain Fog over 50, Is this Normal Forgetfulness...

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⭐ Before You Go…

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