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Welcome to this week's episode of the Midlife Feast, our season four finale! 🎉 For this special episode, I invited my sister, Friedel to join me. We didn't grow up together, (those details are in the episode) but by luck, we both ended up living in the same city in the Netherlands and I couldn’t be more grateful to be sharing this season of life with her!

We dive into our shared experiences and differences, especially around menopause. While I went through early menopause, my sister, at 46, is just starting perimenopause. Her journey this past year reflects what many go through, wondering, "Is this perimenopause, or am I going crazy?"

Join us as we chat about the five key things she's learned and wished she had known. We laughed a lot during this episode and think you will too.

See you in September 2024 for Season 5 of the podcast!

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Links Mentioned:

#62: How to "Do Less" & "Be More with Wendy Mccallum

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Juggling menopause and a career is incredibly exhausting when you’re faced with the often unpredictable challenges of sleep issues, brain fog, and “crime-scene” periods as I like to call them.

In this episode, I chat with Lauren Chiron, founder of Women of a Certain Stage, about turning menopause from a taboo topic into one of empowerment in the workplace.

Lauren and I explore how job design, recruitment, and HR systems can support menopausal employees. She shares insights on using engagement surveys, training managers, and fostering open dialogue. We also discuss the benefits of social events and peer support groups. I invite you to join us if you want to advocate for a more menopause-friendly workplace.

And if you want to share your experience-positive or negative about navigating menopause and your career, I’d love to hear from you! Just click the link at the top here and send me a text!

To learn more about Lauren and her work, be sure to check out her website at womenofacertainstage.com, and grab her free course: Menopause The Basics

Instagram @themenopausecoach
Linkedin @laurenchiren

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What happens when the pressures of motherhood push you to the brink? In this episode, I'm excited to welcome Tova Leigh, a hilarious mother of three (and fellow twin Mom) who brilliantly exposes the realities of motherhood in a world where social media often only projects perfect parenting.

We also explore embracing body changes as we age, shifting our focus from seeking external validation to prioritizing self-care and finding humor in the chaos. Tova is also a huge advocate of educating parents about the hidden dangers for kids online and she shares how she navigates this ongoing challenge.

Join us for this humorous, and relatable conversation that redefines modern parenting and midlife challenges.

To learn more about Tova, check out her website at www.tovaleigh.com or follow her on IG @tova_leigh or Facebook @mythoughtsaboutstuff

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We're mixing things up and adding some fun to our usual midlife and menopause discussions by talking about travel and adventure.

Join me as I chat with Natasha, aka The Voyagiste, the creative force behind the Food Joy and Body Joy retreats, including the upcoming one in 2025. We'll share details about these life-changing trips and how they help you step out of your comfort zone.

Even if travel seems out of reach, tune in to hear inspiring stories of personal growth from solo and group travel. Discover the incredible impact these adventures can have, whether you're an experienced traveler or just curious!

To learn more about Natasha, be sure to follow her at www.thevoyagiste.com or follow her on IG @thevoyagiste.

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https://www.thevoyagiste.com/trips/moroccowithjennsalibhuber

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Today we're diving into emotional eating, cravings, and why everyone experiences them at one time or another. We'll also talk about how wellness and diet culture often blame menopause and hormones for cravings. I'll share what we actually know about these cravings and hormone changes. More importantly, I’ll share a framework to help you decode your cravings—whether it's late-night snacking, work-time munchies, or a craving for something crunchy

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Today we’re diving into a fascinating intersection of midlife: athleticism, high-performance sports, and intuitive eating. My guest today is Pam Moore, an occupational therapist who wears many hats: journalist, stand-up comedian, certified intuitive eating counselor, and seasoned athlete with her own journey through disordered eating.

In this episode, we explore the unique challenges faced by midlife athletes who are still competing and striving for peak performance while trying to break free from diet culture. Pam brings her extensive personal and professional experience to our discussion, offering valuable insights and practical advice for anyone navigating midlife as an intuitive eater, especially within the sports world where "food as fuel" and performance metrics dominate conversations.

Whether you're a high-performing athlete or simply someone looking to maintain a healthy relationship with food and your body in midlife, this episode is full of wisdom and support.

To learn more about Pam and the work she does, be sure to check out her website at pam-moore.com to access her free newsletter, Real Nourished and check out her podcast, Real Fit!

Additional Resources
#54: Raising the Red Flag About Eating Disorders in Midlife with Val Schonberg

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For this Story Session, I’m joined by one of the most authentic examples of joyful movement. Sandra Mikulic is here to share her inspiring journey from treadmill workouts to outdoor trail races. At 43 Sandra started walking on her treadmill, gradually picking up the pace. In 2018, she went on her first outdoor run, a 7K jog. The experience made her feel like an Olympian, despite her modest pace.

This newfound passion led Sandra to sign up for four local races, including a half marathon and three 10Ks. She trained by immersing herself in the running community on YouTube and Instagram, drawing inspiration from diverse runners like Mirna Valerio and Latoya Shauntay Snell. Tune in to hear how running transformed Sandra's life and how she is helping soon-to-be runners everywhere stop hiding behind their size.

To learn more about Sandra, you can check out her website and magazine at www.runyourlife.ca, or follow her IG at @bigfit_i_run.

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As May comes to a close, we're still chatting about bones, osteoporosis, and overall bone health. So the obvious choice was to welcome back Rebekah Rotstein to help us tackle the common worries many of us have after a bone density or DEXA scan, especially when faced with diagnoses like osteoporosis or osteopenia. If you’ve ever been nervous about your T-score and wondered if you’re doing everything right, this episode is for you.

Rebekah will help you understand what T-scores and DEXA scans mean and why these numbers can be helpful but aren't the whole story. Together we share practical tips on other important factors to consider for boosting your confidence and improving bone health, no matter your diagnosis.

Join us for a relaxed and informative conversation that goes beyond the numbers and offers a more intuitive approach to your bone health.

To learn more about Rebekah and her work, check out her website at www.buff-bones.com or follow her on Instagram @gotbuffbones and on Facebook @BuffBones.

Additional Resources

#68: Got Buff Bones? How to Improve Your Bone Fitness & Reduce Your Fracture Risk with Rebekah Rotstein
#69: How to Un-Diet Your Relationship with Movement in Midlife with Christine Chessman
#80: Movement for More in Midlife with Jamie Carbaugh

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