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For years you've been the fixer, the handler and the peacemaker. Psychotherapist Dr. Tiffanie Henry explains how over-functioning drains women in midlife and shares her Own, Nurture, Evolve framework for getting reacquainted with yourself.

Saunas are pitched as a detox, a fat burner and a longevity hack. Dr. Jen separates the strong heart data from the hype, explains what infrared saunas can and can't do, and shares who should check with a doctor first.

A new study links testosterone therapy in postmenopausal women to more cardiovascular events. Dr. Jen walks through her own seven-week trial, her lab results, and the four questions she used to decide to stop.

Menopause doesn't cause heart disease, but it does speed it up. Drawing on her podcast conversation with cardiologist Dr. Jenn Haythe, Dr. Jen explains what changes during the transition, why timing matters, and which numbers to ask your doctor to check, including kidney function.

Dr. Jen explains why she co-formulated Menopause Hero, a 72% organic dark chocolate from Alice Mushrooms, and what's inside: DIM, fennel, maitake, red maca, and holy basil. She's upfront about her role, her skepticism of the menopause gold rush, and why one square a day isn't a substitute for talking with your doctor.

Most of us are still having sex in midlife and beyond, yet few of us talk about it with a doctor. Dr. Jen breaks down the numbers almost nobody quotes: the orgasm gap, responsive desire, painful sex after menopause, vaginal estrogen, medication side effects, and STIs when you're dating again.

If a medication you've taken for years no longer seems to work as expected, the reason may be more complex than dosage or timing. Guest contributor Tiffany Whitlow shares how her son's response to a common asthma medication revealed gaps in clinical research and explains why representation in medical studies, genetic differences, and personal health history matter when evaluating treatment effectiveness.

Skin changes after menopause, with collagen loss, slower cell turnover, and sun-related pigmentation contributing to dullness and brown spots. Dr. Jen Ashton explores two prescription treatments from Alloy Health, explaining the evidence behind azelaic acid, niacinamide, tretinoin, and copper peptides—and what women should know about their benefits and limitations.

Urinary leakage is common, but it isn’t an inevitable part of aging. Dr. Jen Ashton explains how menopause, pelvic radiation, and previous bladder surgery can affect bladder control, why proper testing matters, and which treatment options may help women find relief.