A good night’s sleep can have a big impact on your overall health, but can feel elusive during the menopause transition. Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women shares tips for improving sleep during perimenopause and menopause.

A door has been opened in recent years surrounding the availability of information and discussion of menopause in the media and beyond. “I think that gives us a language and a permission to start having conversations with our friends, our family, our employers, our moms, about what's happening.” Dr. Karen Horst shares her perspective on the value of having open dialogue about menopause, including in the work place.

"Women must advocate for themselves…if you want to find help, it’s out there for you.” Essential advice for seeking menopause and #perimenopause care from Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine.

What effect does the menopause transition have on the brain? Dr. Karen Horst, a reproductive psychiatrist from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, notes groundbreaking studies exploring the brain's function during perimenopause and menopause.

Menopause marks the day when an entire year has passed since your last menstrual cycle. However, the journey toward menopause is an extensive process spanning several years. In fact, it's a transition that typically lasts around a decade.⁠

What can YOU do to help improve symptoms like anxiety and depression during this phase of life? Menopause specialist and reproductive psychiatrist, Dr. Karen Horst, shares simple tips for balancing common mental health symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause, and improving brain health.

Why would an antidepressant be prescribed for hot flashes? Dr. Nishath Ali, a menopause specialist from the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, explains how SSRIs are used in menopause care and emphasizes the importance of collaborative care among doctors.

Don’t Put Me On Pause (DPOP) was founded, in part, due to our own personal search for perimenopause and menopause information, where we discovered a gap in credible information online. Based on what I’ve learned through my work at DPOP and beyond, I’d like to share my personal story.

We virtually “sat down” with dietician Nigel Denby from Harley Street at Home Menopause to hear his inspiring take on the positive impact of a healthy lifestyle during the menopause transition.

“We sit down, and my job is to educate them, let them know that what they’re feeling is normal, that they are not broken.” Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine explains shared-decision making and important considerations when treating symptoms.

Could your mood swings be a symptom of the menopause transition? Dr. Karen Horst from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women explains potential causes of mood-related issues and when it may be time to seek a professional.

“Brain fog, forgetfulness, not being able to speak as spontaneously. There are very commonly reported symptoms in perimenopause.” Menopause expert, Dr. Nishath Ali from the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, talks about why theses cognitive issues may occur and shares advice that may help.

It feels like we’re finally ready to have a conversation about menopause. Menopause expert, Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine reminds us why we should keep the conversation going.

“There are certain estrogens that are naturally occurring that are produced in our bodies by our ovaries. And those are estrone, estradiol, estriol, estetrol.” Menopause expert, Dr. Nishath Ali, defines bioidentical hormones.

There is no shortage of online claims suggesting supplements can treat the symptoms of the menopause transition. But is there evidence to support their use? Dr. Karen Horst from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women shares expert advice.

Some of our audience has mentioned the itching or tingling sensation on the skin (known as formication) associated with perimenopause and menopause. So, we asked an expert for advice. Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women talked to us about the skin issues associated with hormonal changes.

From mood swings to depression, mental health issues can be caused or exasperated by menopause and perimenopause. Dr. Karen Horst from the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women joined us to explain common struggles women face during this transition and share her expert advice for coping.

Is your doctor dismissing your concerns or uncomfortable talking about menopause? It may be time to change providers. Certified Menopause Practitioner Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine shares advice for finding a menopause specialist.

Regulating hormones during the menopause transition can be tricky (to say the least) and the decision to go on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a personal one. Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Hospital Pavilion for Women shares expert advice when considering HRT.

“Exercise is associated with improved menopause symptoms and also with better sleep patterns.” Hear other diet and lifestyle tips for improving symptoms from Certified Menopause Practitioner Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine.