We’re thrilled to welcome back Carmen Stansberry, a double board-certified nurse practitioner, for a conversation all about perimenopause. With more than 20 years of experience across women’s health, fertility, hormones, and functional medicine, Carmen brings a wealth of knowledge to help us better understand what’s happening in our bodies during this transition. We’re breaking down the symptoms we might not recognize, how hormonal changes can affect everything from our sleep and mood to our metabolism and mental health, and why our experiences can look so different from one woman to the next. Carmen also shares lifestyle changes that can help us support our bodies, what to know about hormone therapy, and how to advocate for ourselves when seeking care.
Key Topics Covered
Early signs and stages of perimenopause
The connection between hormones, blood sugar, and sleep
Lifestyle habits that support long-term health
The role hormone therapy can play during perimenopause
Finding knowledgeable providers and advocating for our health
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348: The Longevity Tips Every Woman Needs to Hear with Carmen Stansberry, NP: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/herself/id1489878793?i=1000778517524
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