Podcast appearances and mentions of shirley weir

Menopause can be confusing- agree? Shirley's stepping up to the plate with answers to your biggest, juiciest questions—think hormones, hot flashes and how to get what you need from your doctor. With her signature wisdom, she's dishing out real-world advice, expert insights, and the kind of motivation that makes you want to actually take action and create your own plan to optimize your health during this important life transition. If you're ready start owning your journey, this episode is your new BFF. Hit play now—and let's get started  

I'm a bit of a word nerd. I believe that words have energy and how we use them matters.  In this episode I sit down with Shirley Weir, the founder of Menopause Chicks,  a community and menopause education platform, to talk about how the words and language we use can shape our menopause experience.  In this enlightening conversation, we explore the transformative journey of menopause and how the right terminology can shift our mindset allowing us to embrace the changes, and step into this stage of life with confidence and power.   We also chat about: 

In this episode, health advocate Shirley Weir shares her personal journey through menopause and her mission to educate and empower women. From busting myths and advocating for yourself in the doctor's office to hormone therapy and workplace impacts, Weir offers practical insights to help women navigate midlife with confidence and clarity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Menopause educator Shirley Weir talks to David about why she's dedicated her life to helping other women get the right advice. Consultant Tristan Knight explains what actually goes into an environmental assessment, and what it means that the Ford government wants to fast-track the process for the planned Highway 413. And criminologist Natalie Delia weighs in on the court case of a woman charged with the unprovoked killing of three people in the GTA over the span of a few days.

What we discussed: An endocrinologist's explanation of both estrogen and progesterone Hormone health, mental health–and considerations for the role of stress in our overall health, but especially in perimenopauseIf you are going to track anything–track your menstrual cycle + both physical changes (such as breast tenderness, cramping, vasomotor symptoms) and emotional/mental health changes, such as mood. Dr. Prior explains the reasons why!How hormone therapy traditionally focused on estrogen without acknowledging the critical role of progesterone too Script tips for how to talk to your doctor about hormone replacement therapy!Dr. Prior's extensive progesterone research and her life-long commitment (she celebrated her 80th birthday this year!) to her work, and her legacy related to progesterone research will continue. Links from this week's episode: CEMCOR - https://www.cemcor.ubc.ca/BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

What we discussed: Sarah Kate's mission and why she started her online publication, Some Good Clean Fun”Sarah's transition from thinking she needed wine to cope with stress to enjoying the benefits of a “clearer head”Sarah shares her best shopping tips for non-alcoholic beverages online and at the store How to feel more confident (and less awkward) about ordering a non-alcoholic beverage when you're out at a restaurant or bar with friends Notable differences about Gen-Z when it comes to alcohol consumption The latest guidelines from Health Canada and how they raising awareness for key health messages while also challenging social norms What you can expect when you visit Sarah's website, Some Good Clean FunLinks from this week's episode: Sarah Kate's Website: https://www.somegoodcleanfun.com/Some Good Clean Fun on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somegoodcleanfun/Some Good Clean Fun Magazine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somegoodcleanfun_dotcom/BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions

What we discussed: Colleen's change-making work in the area of volunteerism, the non-for-profit sectorHow we traditionally interpret words like “volunteer” and “menopause” and why that must changeChoosing to compromise vs what we will never compromise on when it comes to our  life's work How important paradigm-shifting language is for rethinking how we see the world The power of language and the words we use Continuing to do our work even when we know we won't necessarily live to see the impactBeing forward-thinking enough to ensure there is a way for others to continue the work we've startedWe explore the language of being a changemaker and how it makes us feel to use words like paradigm shift, social construct, and rhetoric Why using phrases like “forest person” and “tree person” is a preferable way of describing big and small picture thinking How things may be difficult or hard, but they don't have to be impossible. BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions ©Menopause Chicks

What we discussed: The story behind Intimate Wellbeing & why Cass and Leah are so dedicated to changing the conversation about sexual pleasure for midlife women. How the Intimate Wellbeing brand has evolved from its initial concept of being an accessible online store to becoming a recognized sexual health education community What happened when Cass & Leah started talking more openly about sexuality with their friends and how important they feel it is for women to have places to talk openly!How Intimate Wellbeing is working with the Taboo Sex Show to create a space for midlife women to learn about sexual health without feeling overwhelmed or out of place at a sex show. How they've made shopping for sex toys easier and more comfortable by curating a collection of safe, high-quality toys from brands they trust. The origin of their brand of lubricant, Okanogan Joy, and how they're changing the conversation about the benefits of using lubricant.Plus! I share my review about the Dame Pom vibrator with Cass & LeahLinks from this week's episode: Intimate Wellbeing Website: https://intimatewellbeing.comShirley's Picks: https://intimatewellbeing.com/pages/menopause-chicksIntimate Wellbeing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intimate.wellbeing/BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions ©Menopause Chicks

What we discussedThe biggest questions Dr. Klein gets asked at her clinic like, “Am I normal?”The questions women have about wanting to be sexual with their partner and also being a professional womanThe pleasure gap, the masturbation gap, faking orgasms, shame, stigma & more!Why there's a overfocus on intercourse in heterosexual couplesThe importance of educating women at a young age about their anatomy before they begin exploring it with a partnerThe physical and mental health benefits of masturbation and how women can talk about it more with their friend groupsOnline DISinformation about sexual health and how to find trusted, reputable expertsDr. Klein shares her red flags to look out for when consuming sexual content onlineWhat well-meaning parents should know about the research in favour of educating children about their anatomy early and how it benefits all of usLinks from this week's episode: Follow Dr. Klein on InstagramLearn more about the West Coast Centre for Sex Therapy hereBooks Dr. Klein recommends:Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski - Find it on Amazon.ca or Indigo.ca or Amazon.comBetter Sex Through Mindfulness by Dr. Lori Brotto - Find it on Amazon.ca or Indigo.ca or Amazon.comBecoming Cliterate by Dr. Laurie Mintz - Find it on Amazon.ca or Indigo.ca or Amazon.comBIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions ©Menopause Chicks

What we discussed: Dr. Pawa dissects stress and explains what the allostatic burden load is and how it impacts the ovariesHow you can use Dr. Pawa's “BMW Method” to engage the vagus nerve in order to reduce stressWhy Dr. Pawa wants all of us to create a “to be” list instead of a “to-do” listDr. Pawa shares how she incorporates mindfulness and stress reduction practices in her own lifeHow stress and hormones affect sleepHow sleep helps to boost our immune systemsHow our relationship with stress impacts sexual desire (you will love Dr. Pawa's airplane cockpit analogy!) Links from this week's episode: Dr. Pawa's websiteFollow Dr. Pawa on FacebookWatch Dr. Pawa's TEDx Talk hereFind Dr. Pawa's book on Amazon.ca or Indigo.ca or Amazon.comhttps://www.sexandu.ca/Find more information about Dr. Pawa's clinic hereBIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

What we discussed:How Dr. Pawa's car accident was a catalyst in shifting her career focus to women's health and hormonesWhy the Canadian healthcare model is lacking when it comes to holistic, integrative, and preventative health and how led to a system where doctors are reimbursed for treating a symptom, rather than looking at the whole personThe ongoing struggle medical doctors face because time and resources are limited Dr. Pawa shares her latest project: Creating a new preceptorship program for practitioners focused on women's health with a subset for menopause specialists where the information is credible, consistent, standardized, and evidence-basedWhy heart disease symptoms in women often go ignored, even though women's risk for heart attacks are actually higher than menHow hot flashes, which are vascular events, should be viewed as a “check engine light” and an invitation to get to your doctor so you have the opportunity to be preventative around your heart healthThe importance of treating (and not enduring) hot flashes Dr. Pawa shares why the biggest question she gets asked is about hormone therapy and she explains both the short-term and long-term benefits of finding out if hormone therapy is right for youLinks from this week's episode: Dr. Pawa's websiteFollow Dr. Pawa on FacebookFind more information about Dr. Pawa's clinic hereBIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks 

Do you know your numbers?What we discussed:Why women shouldn't assume that everything they're experiencing as they are getting older is related to aging or hormone changesWhy Dr. Alex recommends having conversations about your family history and personal health history early–even before perimenopause and definitely before postmenopauseThe importance of understanding the definition of heart disease risk factors vs. heart diseaseWhy women who reach menopause prematurely should discuss proactive changes regarding heart health with their doctorWhy we need to change the conversation and teach women's heart health proactively with more emphasis on prevention The two main health markers to monitor in order to understand our heart healthDr. Alex's advice on when you should get a blood pressure monitor to use at home and how often you should use itWhat steps women can take if their cholesterol and blood pressure numbers are a concern,, and why Dr. Alex says that the best treatment is a good diagnosisWhy eating well and exercising regularly doesn't give you a “get-out-of-jail-free card” when it comes to your cardiovascular health, and what the American Heart Association's “Essential Eight” can teach us about thatThis year cardiovascular health is the theme for World Menopause Day (October 18, 2023) Dr. Alex shares what she'd like us to know and what she would like to see happen in the media to draw attention to women's heart healthLinks from this week's episode: Follow Dr. Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexvergend/BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks 

In this episode, I sit down with women health advocate and self proclaimed menopause chick, Shirley Weir to discuss: The negative stigma around the term ‘menopause'The relationship between perimenopause, menopause and post menopauseSymptoms commonly experienced in these stagesIs women's health support experiencing a wave of momentum?What Shirley learned on her personal journey with menopause and the 50,000+ member women's health community she has created to help othersThe very popular vaginal moisturizer Shirley and her team have createdImportant take home messages for listeners as well as practitioners Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Now 56, her perimenopause journey began in her 40s. Sleep deprivation, brain fog, anxiety & depression led Shirley to her doctor's office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. In 2012, Shirley launched MenopauseChicks.com onto the world stage to empower women to get curious about their hormone health—and with an important reminder that we all deserve to FEEL AMAZING!With an audience of over 300K, she moderates a very active private online community regarded as the “go-to” place for reliable, evidence-based women's midlife health information. From sleep to stress to vulva, vaginal & sexual health, Shirley's research shows 77% of women have questions, and she has made it her personal mission to ensure 100% of women have access to quality answers.Shirley is a three-time author, podcast host, TedX Speaker, women's health advocate, has tweeted for Oprah and speaks regularly to media. But her proudest accomplishment is when women tell her they have finally put their own name at the TOP of the to-do list.Links mentioned: Menopause Chicks website: www.menopausechicks.comFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerJoin the private Facebook CommunityCheerful AcademyLearn more about the next Pelvic Health Fundamentals cohort here (Starts Jan 2024):www.thecheerfulacademy.comClick on this link for $150 off applied at checkout:Discount linkOr enter code: 150offDiscount code in effect until Dec 15th 2023Thanks for joining me! Here is where you can find out how to work with me:  mommyberries.comSupport the show

Are you ready to be your own best breast advocate?Listen in and learn… What dense breasts are, how common they are, what you need to know and what the implications of having dense breasts can be.Why having dense breasts can make it harder to spot cancer on a mammogramThe advocacy work Dense Breasts Canada is doing to get provinces to inform women of their breast density status Province-to-province disparities for minimum recommended age to begin breast cancer screening.What supplemental screening is and the differences between an ultrasound and an MRI.Province-to-province disparities for supplemental screening and why we need to advocate to make supplemental screening mandatory for all women with dense breasts.How to find out your breast density if your province isn't automatically reporting that information, and where to find this information if you don't have a family doctor.How this important information impacts women of colourJennie's wish for breast health in Canada.Links from this week's episode: Dense Breasts Canada WebsiteDense Breasts Canada Advocacy TookitDense Breasts Canada on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/densebreastscanada/ BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

We ALL have a role to play in un-doing biases standing in the way of women's health.Are you ready to reframe the conversation about inclusivity?Listen in and learn…How the culture and vibe in gym settings have felt exclusionary and off-putting for many people, making access to fitness inequitable for people who live in larger bodies How Big Fit Girl aims to change fitness culture through educating kinesiology students, wellness professionals, and personal trainers. How weight & anti-fat bias is a social justice issue that creates inequities in health, and what Louise is doing to change this through education and inclusive programming. How to tell when brands are genuine in their size inclusivity or if they're doing it on a surface level to tick boxes in their marketing strategy, and how we can use our spending power to promote brands that have inclusivity as part of their DNAWhy the fitness industry is resistant to size inclusivity and what it means to shift away from diet culture and weight loss as the primary conversation we're having when we talk about fitness Why Louise feels hopeful when engaging with younger generations–whether it's within the fitness industry, or in every other conversation that matters to women's health and quality of lifeLinks from this week's episode: Louise's website: https://bigfitgirl.comLouise's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisegreen_bigfitgirl/Louise's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LouiseGreenBFGLouise's Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Fitness-Everyone-Exercises-Every-Type/dp/1615648992/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=FITNESS+FOR+EVERYONE&qid=1611448360&sr=8-1BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

Ready to Feel Amazing? Listen in & learn…Why the Women's Health Initiative Study set women's health care back in 2002, and why we don't need to be afraid of hormone replacement therapy as a treatment for the most common symptoms of hormone decline. Why your family doctor might not have the answers you're looking for, and may feel as frustrated about that too, and what you can do about it. How women can take well-being into their own hands with a “self-contract” to live fully and stay healthy through midlife and beyond. Why we need to be advocating to have provincial governments cover the cost of hormone replacement therapy given the preventative aspect of this kind of treatment. Why generalizations don't work when discussing treatment options for women's health and why it's important to consider each individual separately. Why living with the discomforts caused by hormone decline is not something women need to accept - it is absolutely possible to feel vibrant & energetic as we age. How ventures capitalized on the desperation of women seeking relief in the wake of the deeply flawed propaganda that followed the Women's Health Initiative study, making it difficult for factual information to compete. Why we need to become our own “fact checkers” when we read any information about menopause due to the proliferation of misinformation.Links from this week's episode:Learn more about my work and Menopause Chicks here: https://www.MenopauseChicks.com/Join the Menopause Chicks private community here: https://MenopauseCommunity.comBIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health::VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

Are you ready to change the conversation around menopause? Listen in and find out…How my first experience with AI (artificial intelligence) was when my name was printed beside words I didn't writeHow throwing every adverse health concern into a bucket and labeling it “menopause symptoms” is not only setting women's health back; it is dangerous to women's future heart health, brain health, bone health, vulva & vaginal health and urinary/bladder health.How vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) are like the “check engine light” in our car, and why they are dangerous to ignoreHow misinformation about vulva & vaginal health, and the cause of vaginal dryness may lead women misinterpreting their experiences as their fault Why continuing to share quality, verified, evidence-based information from reputable sources serves everyone… because, when we know better we do better. Links from this week's episode: Learn more about my work and Menopause Chicks here: https://www.MenopauseChicks.com/Join the Menopause Chicks private community here: https://MenopauseCommunity.com BIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions ©Menopause Chicks

Ready to put your pelvic health at the top of your to-do list? Listen in and learn… What it means to prioritize our vulva, vagina, bladder and overall pelvic healthWhat incontinence means, what incontinence can cost, and your options for preventing AND treatingHow to tell if you might be one of the 50% of women who have pelvic organ prolapse and what you can do! Why your lower back pain might be a sign of pelvic floor dysfunctionWhat you can expect when you visit a pelvic floor therapist for the first time What to do BEFORE you (and after) you opt for surgeryWhy vulva and vaginal dryness occurs and why it's important to prioritizeAre kegel exercises right for you? And if so, how to incorporate them correctly, consistently and with movement in order to get the full benefit Links from this week's episode: Kim's website: www.vaginacoach.comFind Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/Follow Kim on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachLearn more about Kim's Buff Muff app: https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffappBIG thanks to the following for sharing my passion for women's health:VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

Welcome to the very first episode of This Show is Not About Menopause!I'm your host, Shirley Weir. I'm 56 years old. I reached menopause when I was 49, and I am the founder of MenopauseChicks.com, an online educational platform, trusted for quality health information and designed to remind everyone: WE DESERVE to FEEL AMAZING!In this welcome episode, I talk about the meaning behind the name of my show and all the aspects of women's health I'm excited to dive into with you and my guests in future episodes. Sexual health, hormone health, heart, brain, bone and vaginal health…regardless of your age and stage, I promise there is something here you haven't heard before!We live in the health information age. That sometimes means misinformation from media, marketers–and even the medical community. How are we to know what is trustworthy and what is perpetuating old and outdated myths? Rest assured, my mission is to share only evidence-based information so that you can make the health decisions that are right for YOU!It is possible to navigate perimenopause-to-menopause-to-postmenopause with confidence and ease, and this webcast/podcast will help you do exactly that!Links from this week's episode: Learn more about my work and Menopause Chicks here: https://www.MenopauseChicks.comJoin the Menopause Chicks private community here: https://MenopauseCommunity.comFollow me on Instagram at @MenopauseChicks & @MoisturizeYourVaginaThank you to the following for sharing my passion for women's health::VICHYFerapro IronFeel Amazing Vulva & Vaginal MoisturizerIntimate WellbeingOh Boy Productions©Menopause Chicks

Shirley Weir is on a mission to empower women to navigate perimenopause-to-menopause-to-postmenopause with confidence and ease. She is fierce women's health advocate, the expert behind MenopauseChicks.com, she hosts a private online community with over 50K members on Facebook, she's a speaker & author, and the co-creator of a hyaluronic acid vulva & vaginal moisturizer called FEEL AMAZING! www.MenopauseChicks.comwww.MenopauseCommunity.comwww.moisturizeyourvagina.comwww.instagram.com/MenopauseChickswww.tiktok.com/menopausechickswww.youtube.com/menopausechicks*******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.com

I'll never forget when a doctor said to me that my symptoms COULD be signs that menopause is coming. I was floored. And clueless. When exactly does menopause start? What does it look like? What do I need to be aware of? Is my sex life DOOMED when it comes? We breakdown all the common questions, the unknowns and the new ways we can look at menopause, understand it, and even find community in this seemingly taboo topic (because why aren't we talking about it?) Follow Shirley & her community @MenopauseChicks Content warning: discussions about self-harm, and weight   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode Produced by Dear Media 

Carrie Scollon hosts Shirley Weir who is the founder of The Menopause Chicks. Shirley saw the biggest gap in Women's Midlife health - perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause was the quality of information and education. She has gathered experts and her own findings to help bridge the gap for the rest of us who are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and alone on the journey. Join the conversation!

We don't know about you, but we got about as much information about menstruation as we did about the flip side, menopause. Why is this stuff that is so inevitable for women, also so shrouded in shame and mystery?? We sit down with Shirley Weir who is an author, women's heath advocate and creator of Menopause Chicks, to answer all of your burning questions about hot flashes, hormone replacement and sex during and beyond, “the change.”    For more information on Shirley Weir, follow her @menopausechicks Or visit her at: https://www.menopausechicks.com/    

Ladies, we know that losing estrogen and testosterone can greatly impact our sex drive, and when you add vaginal dryness and pain into the mix, it's no wonder that sex can be the last thing on our minds. In this episode, we'll dive into the importance of natural lubricants and moisturizers, and give you some tips on how to practice regular pelvic floor exercises. We'll also discuss the benefits of hyaluronic acid and how it can help. Did you know that creams, suppositories, and DHEA can activate estrogen and androgen receptors in the vaginal wall, and testosterone may prevent pelvic floor atrophy, reducing the risk of urinary incontinence? We'll cover all of that and more, including laser therapies and the role of nitric oxide in vaginal health. So tune in and join the conversation on how to keep our lady bits happy and healthy for life! Kim Vopni is a self-professed kegel maven and is known as The Vagina Coach. She is the author of Your Pelvic Floor and developer of The Buff Muff app. Kim offers pelvic health programs and coaching for women and is also a menopause support practitioner. You can find her on-line through her podcast Between Two Lips, her website at www.vaginacoach.com and on social media @vaginacoach Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog led Shirley to her doctor's office, the bookstore and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. So she created Menopause Chicks to empower women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause. Interested in joining our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Book your call today to get started here.  Join our Women's Group Coaching Program OnTrack TODAY!  Today's Podcast is sponsored by Nutrisense. Nutrisense combines cutting-edge technology and human expertise so you can see how your body responds to different food, exercise, stress, and sleep in real time. You can Visit nutrisense.io/weightloss and use code "WEIGHTLOSS" to save $30 and get 1 month of free dietitian support. Listen to the episode with Carlee Hayes on How a Continuous Blood Sugar Monitor Can Help You Find Your Perfect Diet. Karen Martel, Certified Hormone Specialist & Transformational Nutrition Coach and weight loss expert.  Visit https://karenmartel.com/  Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

This week on the #3UNIQUES Podcast is Shirley Weir is an author, TedX Speaker and advocate for women's health. Now 55, her perimenopause journey began in her 40s. Sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog led Shirley to her doctor's office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. Ten years ago, she launched MenopauseChicks.com onto the world stage to empower women to get curious about their health—and with a reminder that we all deserve to feel AMAZING! As a fierce advocate for women's health, Shirley teaches women hormone health, and also how to be their own best health advocate. Shirley as her research shows 77% of women have questions about their health, and more than 80% state they don't have anyone to talk to about perimenopause or menopause. Learn more about Shirley at https://www.menopausechicks.com/ Check out Shirley's two books: - MOKITA: How to navigate perimenopause with confidence & ease is an Amazon bestseller in women's health. - FEEL AMAZING: An invitation to re-think perimenopause, menopause & postmenopause   Discover what makes you UNIQUE. Take the #3UNIQUES Quiz: https://3uniquescoaching.com/quiz

Meet the “Menopause Chick,” Shirley Weir. Shirley is the founder of Menopause Chicks, an online platform that connects women to experts and a supportive community. She is also the author of Mokita: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence and Ease. Grab a Not-So-Bloody-Mary and join Shirley, Christine, and Robin as they discuss brain fog, heavy bleeding, vaginal dryness, and mood changes. Plus, Shirley brings clarity to the lingering myths that surround hormone therapy. Learn more about the nonprofit Let's Talk Menopause: www.letstalkmenopause.org. Download a symptoms checklist here (lista de síntomas aquí).   Check out Robin's Comedy & Funny True Stories at www.robingelfenbien.com Follow Robin on Social: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter & Facebook   Thank you to Always Discreet for sponsoring this episode of Hello Menopause. Always Discreet because we deserve better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you suffer from foggy-brain or are you sleep deprived? A number of women may attribute these symptoms to aging but that may not be the case. This episode will provide some viable solutions to help alleviate your discomfort. Shirley Weir is the founder of Menopause Chicks, an online community where women “crack open” the conversation about menopause. She is the author of Mokita, and she is a true advocate for women's Health. She shines the light on the symptoms and the tools available to alleviate them. Shirley empowers the members of her community to make informed decisions about their midlife health. Her practical approach to menopause really resonated with us. Menopause should not be a miserable experience. Resources / Link Mentioned: ● Shirley Weir's website: www.MenopauseChicks.com ● Shirley's Social Media: ○ Twitter ○ Instagram ○ Facebook ○ TedX ● Shirley enjoys all bubbly but this week her drink of choice is - Gruvi Dry Secco ● Episode's bubbly - Tott's Premium Cuvee ● Follow Bubbles of Wisdom on - Instagram Facebook Twitter If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe for your bi-weekly dose of meaningful and entertaining conversations. Take a screenshot of this episode and tag #bubblesofwisdom on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter and tell us your biggest takeaway! 

Get ready to crack open the conversation with Shirley Weir, Women's Health & Menopause Advocate and Creator and Founder of Menopause Chicks, an online community that connects and empowers women on their menopausal journey.   In this podcast episode, we talked about: Signs you might be suffering, unnecessarily    How you can change the trajectory of your own menopausal experience - regardless of your age or current life stage   And fun stuff, like vaginal dryness (and how to treat it!), sleep and sex!   Shirley also shared her own experience of navigating peri-menopause and menopause, including how she went from dismissed and sleepless to empowered and well rested!   If this episode resonates with you, I invite you to connect with Shirley and her incredible community [HERE]   Shirley Weir is on a mission to empower women to navigate perimenopause-to-menopause (& beyond!) with confidence and ease. She is the founder of Menopause Chicks & its popular  online community focused on helping you learn, build your health team....and reminding you that you are not alone! @MenopauseChicks [https://www.instagram.com/menopausechicks/] on Instagram & Twitter Follow Shirley on Facebook here = Facebook.com/MenopauseChicks or request to join her Private Facebook Community of over 40,000 women here:  MenopauseChicksCommunity.com

Women talk about lots of topics, but vaginal health isn't typically one of them. Yet midlife is the perfect time to start the conversation because most women will experience vaginal issues. In fact, 60 percent of menopausal women have vaginal symptoms like dryness, and this goes up to 80% post-menopause. But it's not just about some annoying symptoms. Compromised vaginal health has many health implications for women including painful intercourse, poor quality of life, recurrent UTIs, incontinence, and more. In the world of social media, the work of Shirley Weir caught my eye. I couldn't help but notice how she encouraged women to moisturize their vaginas. She brings midlife women's issues like vaginal health front and center because doesn't want women to suffer needlessly. “77 percent of women have questions about their health,” she said. “And 80% of women tell me they don't have anyone to talk to about these questions pertaining to perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. So, there's a lot of work to do.” Shirley is the founder of Menopause Chicks, a private community for women going through perimenopause and menopause. Menopause Chicks provides tips and guidance to women with the aim to crack open the conversation around midlife health. She is also the author of Mokita: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Comfort and Ease. We have a frank conversation about what every woman midlife needs to know about vaginal health along with a few other midlife topics sprinkled in.

Shirley Weir, author of Mokita,: How to navigate perimenopause with confidence & ease and founder of Menopause Chicks, is now an expert on menopause from a physical, psychological, emotional and sociological point of view. She has helped countless women and created a community of over 27k women to support each other on these topics. We have a very frank discussion about menopause and that it has gotten an unnecessarily bad rap—how can we change the perception of menopause and perimenopause—a normal life transition that no one wants to talk about. As usual for me, I was very frank about my own feelings and experiences. Shelly was smart, graceful and supportive. If our conversation doesn't convince you that menopause is normal and not all bad and we need to change the perception of it—well then, just stay in your cave! About Shirley Weir Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog led Shirley to her doctor's office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. So she created Menopause Chicks to empower women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause. Now she leads a private online community with an average of 15,000 questions and comments every month. Women regard the group as a trustworthy space to get their questions answered and to confirm they are not alone.

In episode #133 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast, our guest Shirley Weir talks about Rocking Menopause Symptom-Free. More about Shirley Weir: Shirley Weir is on a mission to empower women to navigate perimenopause & menopause with confidence and ease. She is the founder of the popular MenopauseChicksCommunity.com and her book, MOKITA, is an Amazon bestseller in women's health. Thank you for listening! Follow Shirley on Instagram: @MenopauseChicks Get a copy of her ebook MOKITA: How to naviagate perimenopause with confidence & ease HERE. Follow Coach Kela on Instagram: @kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://coachkela.com/ For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at podcast@coachkela.com.

Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Her perimenopause journey with sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog which led Shirley to her doctor's office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. Can you relate? If not now, chances are you will some day. On a quest to navigate her own mid life health while helping thousands of women she launched Menopause Chicks, an online platform empowering women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause, and to connect to women's health professionals. You will learn so much from this conversation.

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 212: Menopause Myths and Facts with Shirley Weir   Description: A topic some people might not feel comfortable talking about is menopause, yet this is something that concerns not just people who menstruate (about half the world's population!) Chances are, even people who don't menstruate live with or support people who do. However, a lot of menstruating people often start perimenopause and reach menopause with no idea about the changes their bodies are undergoing and how to deal with them. Shirley Weir, Menopause Chick, is ready to bust some of the common myths surrounding menopause and share the facts about this “taboo” topic.   Shirley Weir first began experiencing symptoms related to perimenopause more than 10 years ago, and was unable to find answers to her questions. Feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone, she realized other people must be struggling with the same issues, and launched MenopauseChicks.com to empower people to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause, to navigate midlife health information, and to connect to health professionals in this area. Since then, Shirley has spoken at conferences internationally, received awards for her work, and been featured widely in publications. She also authored MOKITA: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence & Ease, which reached #1 on Amazon.ca in women's health.    Did you know that menopause is only one day? Shirley shares the difference between perimenopause and menopause, and what is “normal” or common and what's not during perimenopause leading up to menopause. She also shares useful information when to talk to your doctor, and about how to educate yourself in case your healthcare team isn't up to date with research in perimenopause. Shirley and Shannon discuss how yoga can be helpful in bringing relief to people experiencing symptoms and some of the things to be aware around perimenopause and menopause as yoga teachers.   Key Takeaways: [8:05] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Shirley Weir. [9:30] A note on gender-neutral language in this topic, and why this topic is not just for women. [11:36] How did Shirley get into the work of highlighting information around menopause? [15:43] Shirley shares a lot of great information about menopause in her Facebook Group. [18:07] What is menopause? What is perimenopause? [24:09] When does perimenopause start? [26:39] Shirley touches on the topic of hot flashes and the symptoms during perimenopause, and how we as a society deal with them. [30:40] We can't blame the medical system for the lack of information around perimenopause and menopause. [31:45] What are some of the myths around perimenopause and menopause that yoga teachers need to be aware of? [35:30] The message that women are often told is that this will get better with time. Shirley challenges this message. [40:47] When it comes to perimenopause and menopause, your healthcare professional may not always have all the answers. [45:27] Shirley shares some other things to note that could empower yoga teachers in working with perimenopausal people. [49:04] Do changes in hormones play a part in our happiness? [50:27] What does Shirley say to support people who are struggling in this phase of life? [55:01] Learn more about Shirley's work on social media and her Facebook group. [55:29] Shirley shares more about her book, MOKITA. [59:10] Shannon shares some of her key takeaways from this interview.   Links: Shirley Weir, Menopause Chicks Shirley Weir on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Menopause Chicks Private Facebook Group MOKITA: How to Navigate Perimenopause with Confidence & Ease, by Shirley Weir The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Team Pelvic Health Professionals Sick Boy Podcast Episode: Menopause Chicks with Shirley Weir The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 056: Yoga and Menopause with Leslie Kazadi The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 079: Yoga and Endometriosis [Part 1] with Kimberly Castello The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 080: Yoga & Endometriosis [Part 2] with Dustienne Miller Study on happiness Life's Third Act, TED Talk by Jane Fonda The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode: 195: LGBTQ Awareness for Yoga Teachers with Tristan Katz Yoga for Pelvic Girdle Pain Workshop Sketching Yoga Sequences with Eva-Lotta Lamm Workshop   Gratitude to our Sponsors Schedulicity.   Quotes from this episode:   "Menopause is one day. It's the 12th month anniversary of your final period." ~ Shirley Weir   "Stress significantly impacts female hormones." ~ Shirley Weir   "Perimenopause and menopause are not medical conditions. They're phases of life." ~ Shirley Weir   "There's a lot of innuendo around women's health that we are meant to suffer." ~ Shirley Weir

Today I have the pleasure of sitting down with Shirley Weir; the Founder of a hugely popular online community with more than 27K members and counting.  The name of this community is called Menopause Chicks and Shirley's mission is to empower women by helping them navigate midlife with the right health information.Shirley speaks regularly at popular events all over and in 2018, her first book called MOKITA reached #1 on Amazon in women's health.I invited Shirley to be a guest on my show because I wanted to talk about her Menopause Chicks brand and learn about the challenges she faced in her quest to shift people's mindset on the subject. As well, I wanted to learn why our cultural attitude toward menopause is still so shrouded in stigma and silence.

What is normal when it comes to perimenopause & menopause? All women will experience these. Yet most women have no one to talk with about them. That Expert Show host Anna Canzano interviews Shirley Weir, founder of MenopauseChicks.com and its popular private online community. WATCH THIS EPISODE http://bit.ly/MenopauseWEB GET TIPSHEET FOR THIS EPISODE http://bit.ly/MenopauseTIPSHEET CONNECT Facebook http://Facebook.com/AnnaCanzano Twitter http://Twitter.com/Anna_Canzano Instagram http://Instagram.com/AnnaCanzano LEARN MORE https://ThatExpertShow.com

In this episode, Louise sits down with Shirley Weir to discuss one of the most important topics in women’s health….Menopause. Through this informative interview, you may hear some things that are really surprising! Shirley launched MenopauseChicks.com in 2012 after experiencing things like brain fog, sleep issues, depression--and years of searching "Dr. Google" at 3 a.m. for information on perimenopause & menopause where she became confused and frustrated by all the conflicting information. Her website MenopauseChicks.com was recently selected by ShareCare.com (a Dr. Oz site) as one of the Top 10 Social HealthMakers and has been recognized two years in a row by Healthline as one of the top sites on the topic. Shirley is the author of "Cracking Open the Perimenopause Conversation with your Doctor."

Shirley Weir knew she couldn’t be the only woman experiencing brain fog, poor concentration, and mood changes at menopause. Instead of settling for what was offered, she turned her goals of feeling better into a passion project that is bringing the conversation about menopause to centre stage. Her online community Menopause Chicks has become a home and community for over 20,000 women seeking a deeper understanding of their menopause experience. In this episode, we uncover some of the challenges women face in the cost of their health care, the lack of attention this stage of life gets in medicine and how women can start a learning process for themselves that will help them learn to support themselves while they advocate for better care.

70% of women don't have anyone to talk to about menopause.In this episode Clarissa talks with Shirley Weir, founder of Menopause Chicks about how her own experience has led to the founding of an unbiased and judgement-free zone. Menopause Chicks is a space of connection, information and support so no woman has to suffer.As women we are ready to crack open ad change the conversation around this life transition and to banish the myths, misconceptions and media stereotypes forever!!This is an episode for all women who are ready for something better!!

The founder of Menopause Chicks, Shirley Weir, joins PureTalk to discuss why she started the online community that gives women the confidence and tools to take their health into their own hands. Shirley discusses how women can get involved in the community, to continue the conversation on women’s mid-life health.

The founder of Menopause Chicks, Shirley Weir, joins PureTalk to discuss why she started the online community that gives women the confidence and tools to take their health into their own hands. Shirley discusses how women can get involved in the community, to continue the conversation on women’s mid-life health.

Shirley Weir is on a mission to empower women to navigate perimenopause & menopause with confidence and ease. She is the founder of MenopauseChicks.com and its popular private online community, and she recently published her first book, MOKITA, which reached #1 on Amazon.ca in women’s health in October 2018.

Are you ready to understand menopause?  Have you been worried about menopause?  In this episode, we dive into learning the truth about menopause, perimenopause, and post-menopause. Today’s episode aims to give women the correct information in order to help more women embrace these changes, instead of fearing them. In this episode, I talk with Shirley Weir, author and menopause expert, joins us to discuss the importance of navigating menopause with knowledge. She talks about her own experiences dealing with perimenopause and nutrition. She discusses why women don’t need to be afraid of menopause.  We also discuss what people can expect in perimenopause and postmenopause, and what you can do to feel your best through the whole process. Shirley founded Menopause Chicks to create a community of knowledge and support for women dealing with menopause. We discuss the myths around menopause and the real truths that women need to know.   Questions I asked: What drove you to write your book? Was this your first book? What are your tips for people in perimenopause? What is menopause, perimenopause, and postmenopause? How can we beat the brain fog? How can we reduce our stress hormones? How do adrenal glands effect the body? Why did you throw a Menopause party? What was it like taking over Oprah’s twitter? Tell us about your private online community? Topics Discussed: Using Dr. Google to get Support. What Mokita is about, and why it was important. Menopause does not mean getting old. Why being informed is so important. How to deal with perimenopause. How to accept your body. Embracing healthy menopause. Menopause is a wake-up call. How eating, moving and sleeping impacts your menopause. Quotes from the show: “When we do talk about them, we feel better, we feel empowered.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat “I got in the best shape of my life when I was going through menopause.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat “My ultimate vision would be that every 35-year-old woman knows about perimenopause, and knows what to expect.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat “Get as informed about menopause as you possibly can.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat “Focus first on how we eat, move and sleep before you jump to the vitamin aisle.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat How you can stay in touch with Shirley: http://www.menopausechicks.com Her TedX Talk https://twitter.com/shirleyweir Get The Book https://www.facebook.com/MenopauseChicks/?ref=br_rs   How you can stay in touch with Linda: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest YouTube SoundCloud   "Proud Sponsors of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T" Essential Formulas   My daily energy stems from mushrooms... mushroom coffee that is! Have you checked out Four Sigmatic yet? If you want a coffee that contains superfoods and adaptogens like rhodiola, eleuthero, and schisandra to help you live a healthier, more enhanced life, then you need Four Sigmatic mushroom coffee in your daily routine! Check out their products here and be sure to let me know what you think of it!

  Your health should be at the top of your list. In this episode, we talk about what normally isn’t talked about perimenopause, menopause and more. Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Now 51, her perimenopause journey began more than ten years ago. Sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog led Shirley to her doctor’s office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. At 46, she launched MenopauseChicks.com onto the world stage to empower women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause, to navigate midlife health information and to connect to women’s health professionals. Shirley Weir’s Social Media links: Website: MenopauseChicks.com Private Online Community: Facebook.com/groups/MenopauseChicks Facebook: Facebook.com/MenopauseChicks Instagram: @MenopauseChicks Twitter: @MenopauseChicks MOKITA: How to navigate perimenopause with confidence & ease: Event: TinyUrl.com/JannArdenVancouver Book:Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Mokita-Navigate-Perimenopause-Confidence-Ease Amazon.ca: https://www.amazon.ca/Mokita-Navigate-Perimenopause-Confidence-Ease/dp/1999470109/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543003287&sr=8-1&keywords=MOKITA Chapters Indigo: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/mokita-how-to-navigate-perimenopause/9781999470104-item.html?ikwid=mokita&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0 This shows’ host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. After leading hundreds of events and programs in her two businesses, speaking on international stages, being a published author while raising two young children, Diane Rolston knows all about work/life balance and getting things done! As an Award-Winning Coach and the CEO and founder of Dynamic Women®, a global community of women, her purpose is to unlock the greatness in others. Diane works with professionals all over the world to provide clarity, confidence, and action. www.dianerolston.com Dynamic Women® is an international community of success-oriented women who take action to develop skills, increase results and are focused on supporting each other to be DYNAMIC in every area of life! Our members get access to success coaching, additional online educational activities, and the invaluable networking connections they need to reach their personal or professional goals. In the Dynamic Women® Global Club your network will grow, your confidence will be boosted with the Coaching in Action©, and you’ll reach your goals faster through our training, coaching, and networking opportunities. Dynamic Women® is the brainchild of Diane Rolston, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with over 20 years of experience teaching and training. Her vision is to hold space for professionals, small business owners and all women to experience high-value, actionable coaching and build a thriving community of motivated, confident, and supportive women. Learn more about Dynamic Women® at www.dynamicwomenclub.com https://www.facebook.com/DynamicWomenGlobalClub/ Join our awesome Dynamic Women® Club on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DynamicWomenGlobalClub Thanks for listening! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation with us, head on over to our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/DynamicWomenGlobalClub With this podcast, we are building an international community of Dynamic Women® that we hope to inspire more women to unleash their dynamic selves and boost their lives in all areas especially business. If you know someone who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us a review We appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve but also help others find us in their podcast

In this bonus episode, I talk about an article written discussing Viola Davis and her comment that "menopause is hell" on Jimmy Kimmel.  The article talks about her story of menopause and how she is "putting an end to the stigma around menopause."  I also share a comment from Shirley Weir, founder of Menopause Chicks on my Facebook that shows a different take on the article.  I talk about my journey with honesty and own my transition into menopause through h.e.l.l.  This podcast answers the question - should we commiserate or find solutions so menopause isn't viewed as HELL.  What do you think?  Please send me an email and tell me your thoughts and where you are in your perimenopause journey.    Enroll in Aging: Everyone is Doing It before 6/1  Join the To 50 & Beyond Facebook Community             

Welcome to Appreciating Your Boobies 101 A podcast brought to you by House of Anesi - makers of the worlds first adaptable tech bra! In this episode we talk to Shirley Weir, founder of Menopause Chicks - an online community of nearly 8000 women. Shirley joins us from Vancouver, BC in Canada and an eye-opening conversation about menopause ensues. Hosted by Joella Almeida, a Toronto-based health & wellness entrepreneur and proud Third Culture Kid, we'll be getting personal with our guests from around the world. You can learn more about our story here: http://bit.ly/OurStoryHoA You can find Menopause Chicks at http://www.menopausechicks.com/ And on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/menopausechicks/?hl=en And on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/MenopauseChicks/ If you like what you hear, follow us on Social Media where we'll share pics, behind the scenes and of course memes from our fun days at the startup Facebook: http://bit.ly/HouseofAnesiFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/HouseofAnesiTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/HouseofAnesiInstagram Credits: Music Credit: Ross Bugden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVHVFwwuOa0 INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) This track is licensed under a ‘Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License’. You can find the link to that license here:https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 24  When Perimenopause and Alcohol Collide  In this episode, we are talking about the change of life and how Lori experienced perimenopause while still in her addiction.  Lori also talks about how perimenopause was one of the top factors for getting sober.  It is a very REAL and open conversation that explains what perimenopause and menopause is, and gives you some facts that may surprise you, including the difference between the two.  Topics discussed: The first signs of perimenopause The biggest misconceptions of menopause How alcohol affects the change of life Becoming a health advocate for your body How to track your cycles, mood, and experience Food Matters - stop eating crap  Exercise for perimenopause Intermittent Fasting (our take)  Serving sizes of alcohol for women  Lori reads facts from:  Mokita, by Shirley Weir, the Founder of The Menopause Chicks.  The North American Menopause Study that Lori reads from  **This is not medical advice.  Please consult your physician if you have concerns or questions regarding perimenopause and drinking. Read more on the website. JOIN Pre-Enrollment for The Sober Sessions.       

Thank you for tuning in to the Luminosity Podcast.  This week's show is so informative you won't want to miss it! I am super excited for today's discussion on menopause and peri-menopause!  Joining me in today's conversation is guest speaker, Shirley Weir.   Grab a coffee and join us!        

In this bonus episode, I share with you the five things that perimenopause helped me change.  As a post-menopausal woman, I'm not grateful for the transition I went through in peri, and know how hard it can be.  The top 5 are:  1.  Removing the old stories of "I can't" 2.  The disconnect to my body  3.  My sedentary lifestyle  4.  My food 5.  My drinking  I know this will help you if you are struggling.  I would have loved to hear something like this 8-years ago when I was going through it.  Shirley Weir, Founder of the Menopause Chicks, Episode 47.  If you need support or have questions, please email me.  For 1:1 coaching with me, sign-up for my 90-minute intensive.  To pre-order Elevate Your Life.  Instagram To 50 and Beyond Society My home  

Today I'm talking to Shirley Weir, founder of MenopauseChicks.com, all about THE CHANGE! Shirley and I talk about what perimenopause and menopause really mean, the way our culture treats older women, hormone therapy and what we can do in our thirties and forties to set us up for great health during perimenopause and beyond. This episode of Heavy Flow is supported by bebo mia inc, a training and mentorship organization for women in the maternal health field. Register for their new Fertility Specialist Certification and support the 1 in 10 that struggles with fertility. Full Shownotes Pre-order Heavy Flow: Breaking the Curse of Menstruation Subscribe to the Heavy Flow email list Follow @amandalaird on Instagram Heavy Flow is produced by: TK Matunda Music credit: Julia and Bradley of Home Studios Graphic design: Rachel Laird

EPISODE #47   Cracking Open The Menopause Conversation with Shirley Weir   In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk to Shirley Weir, Founder of Menopause Chicks. Menopause Chicks empowers women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause, to navigate midlife health information and to connect to women’s health professionals.   Since launching Menopause Chicks, Shirley spoke at TEDxGastownWomen,  Pecha Kucha, received a YWCA Vancouver Woman of Distinction Award and Menopause Chicks has been featured in the National Post, Torotono Star, and OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network.)   In 2018, her first book, MOKITA: How to navigate perimenopause with confidence & ease reached #1 on Amazon.ca in women’s health.   Her online Facebook community fields an average of 15,000 questions and comments every month.  Members regard the group as unbiased, trustworthy and the “go-to” place to get their questions answered and to affirm they are not alone.   Shirley’s marketing & communications career spans 30 years, she holds a certificate in Peer Counseling from the University of British Columbia, and she is a mom to two teenagers and one gold doodle.   Topics discussed:   Shirley shares her own experience going through perimenopause more than ten years ago and what led her to launch MenopauseChicks.com at forty-six What perimenopause is and some of the feelings that women experience along with what you can do to feel better What menopause and post-menopause really is Birth Control prescribed for perimenopause - I share my own experience with taking BC during my perimenopause Social media and its effect on spreading the word about menopause Becoming a health advocate for your own health Shirley’s book, Mokita and what it means for a woman going through Menopause The Placebo Effect How to crack the conversation open and remove the shame around menopause How to love the menopause transition  Find Shirley here:  Menopause Chicks Private Facebook community Menopause Chicks Facebook Page Menopause Chicks website Buy Mokita here  Find Lori here:  Lori Massicot Website Register for Free To Love Me Instagram To 50 & Beyond Facebook Community  Facebook Page   

Sh*t happens. And so does menopause! This week the fellas tap back into their female anatomy knowledge with the help of Shirley Weir, the founder of the online community Menopause Chicks. Her goal? Empowering women to navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and ease! Did you know that menopause isn’t just for old ladies? Did you know that the ovaries are different than the eggs? Of course you do. You’re not some dodo like Jer-Bear.

Sh*t happens. And so does menopause! This week the fellas tap back into their female anatomy knowledge with the help of Shirley Weir, the founder of the online community Menopause Chicks. Her goal? Empowering women to navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and ease! Did you know that menopause isn’t just for old ladies? Did you know that the ovaries are different than the eggs? Of course you do. You’re not some dodo like Jer-Bear.

Sh*t happens. And so does menopause! This week the fellas tap back into their female anatomy knowledge with the help of Shirley Weir, the founder of the online community Menopause Chicks. Her goal? Empowering women to navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and ease! Did you know that menopause isn’t just for old ladies? Did you know that the ovaries are different than the eggs? Of course you do. You’re not some dodo like Jer-Bear.

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Liz Applegate interviews Shirley Weir of Menopause Chicks about positive ways to talk to your doctor about peri-menopause and menopause. Shirley shares steps to take and actual scripts you can use. This is a much-needed interview for women of all ages to bring menopause into the light instead of keeping it hidden in shame. Tune in to learn more on getting the results you are wanting and ways to partner with your healthcare provider.

Host Liz Applegate interviews the founder of MenopauseChicks.com, Shirley Weir. Shirley is passionate about having real and informative discussions about perimenopause and menopause. This interview not only shares her inspiration in starting Menopause Chicks but also valuable advice to building a healthcare team.