Midlife Advice | Perimenopause, Hormones & Midlife Women’s Health

Jessica Long | Health & Wellness Coach for Women Over 40
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Hello, my friend. You’ve landed in the right place — where super smart and slightly sassy women over 40 come to figure out what the hell is going on with our hormones, emotions, relationships, careers, and… well, everything, really.   I’m Jessica Long, a health coach, certified menopause coaching specialist and fellow midlife woman on this wild ride with you. Join me each week and together let’s learn about midlife women’s health and wellness from every angle — Western, Eastern and everything in between. We talk perimenopause and menopause, burnout, career pivots, parenting, marriage shifts, purpose, and the constant quest to feel like ourselves again.   You’ll hear honest midlife advice from experts and everyday women, and real-life tools that actually help with hormone health, mindset, nutrition, and lifestyle — plus fun stuff like our favorite books and girls’ trips.   If you love hearing from experts, rebels, and wise women rewriting midlife on their own terms, then you belong here. Hit play and let’s go.   ✨For more midlife musings, follow me on Instagram @midlifeadvicepodcast  ✨Join my email list at belongwellness.com to get my 3 favorite midlife-friendly smoothie recipes!

  1. 2D AGO

    67: Feel Like Life is Passing You By? How to Get Back on Track Without Overhauling Everything

    If it feels like your life is passing you by and you’re not fully in it, let’s talk. You’re keeping everything running, everyone’s taken care of, nothing is wrong…but you’re not exactly feeling like the main character in your life either. Am I right? This is your invitation to pause, check in, and get back on track without overhauling everything. Seriously, we’re keeping it easy peasy because who needs one more thing to do? In this solo episode, I’m walking you through a simple reset using your intentions as a guide. I share how I’m evaluating what’s working (and what’s not) for me, what it looks like to make decisions from the standpoint of your future self, and why small shifts—not big dramatic changes—are what move you forward.  If you’ve been stuck in autopilot, this will help you step back into the driver’s seat. I talk about what it means to live on purpose in midlife, how to reconnect with yourself when life feels busy and disconnected, and why slowing down—even briefly—can change everything. You’ll walk away with one small, doable step to realign your life starting this week. 🎧Other Episodes You’ll Love: 56: Midlife Overdrive and Why Slowing Down Feels Hard I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    11 min

  2. MAR 31

    66: Can You Delay Menopause? What Actually Affects Your Hormones (and What You Can Do About It)

    Can you delay menopause—and is your timeline more in your control than you think? Perimenopause can feel like a moving target you have zero control over—your weight, your mood, your sleep, even when menopause will actually happen. But what if some of this isn’t as predetermined as we’ve been led to believe? In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor and I are diving into whether you can actually delay menopause, and what really affects your hormones in midlife. We talk about ovarian aging (in plain English), the lifestyle factors that may influence your menopause timeline, and what matters most if you’re already in perimenopause.  You’ll also hear what’s within your control (and what’s not), so you can stop guessing and start making more informed decisions about your health. If you’ve ever wondered why perimenopause feels so unpredictable—or whether you can change your experience of it—this conversation will give you a clearer, more grounded perspective. Connect with Dr. Naylor: Visit her website: https://drmirandanaylor.comTake her hormone quiz: https://drmirandanaylor.com/hormone-quiz-start/Listen to her podcast: Modern Women's Wellness➡️ If this episode helped you feel a little more informed—and a little less at the mercy of your hormones—please share it with a friend who’s also navigating perimenopause. ⭐️ And please leave a 5-star rating and positive review for the show! This helps me book badass guests like Dr. Miranda who have so much wisdom to share.  I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    24 min

  3. MAR 24

    65: How to Declutter Your Home When You’re Overwhelmed (Without Doing Everything at Once)

    If your house feels cluttered but the thought of tackling it sounds like pure torture, this 15-minute daily habit might just change your mind and your approach. A lot of midlife women are craving a calmer home—but between work, kids, relationships, and the general mental load of life, the idea of decluttering the whole house can feel like standing at the base of Mount Everest. In this episode, Jessica talks with organizing coach Tracy Hoth about a much more realistic approach: a 15-minute daily decluttering habit. Instead of waiting for the mythical “free weekend” to finally get organized, Tracy teaches women how to make steady progress in small, doable increments. She shares the five simple steps she’s been teaching for over 17 years—sort, purge, assign homes, contain, and energize—and explains why clutter isn’t just a visual annoyance. It can quietly drain your energy, raise stress levels, and even create friction in your relationships at home. If you’ve ever looked around your house and thought, Where do I even start? this conversation will give you a simple place to begin. ✨Connect with Tracy Tracy’s 15-Minute Declutter Challenge | SimplySquaredAway.com | The Organized Coach Podcast | Instagram ➡️ Share This Episode If this episode got you thinking about tackling that one drawer, closet, or corner that’s been driving you nuts, send it to a friend who might want to join you. 🎧Other Episodes You’ll Love Midlife Overdrive and Why Slowing Down Feels Hard I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    23 min

  4. MAR 17

    64: Midlife Marriage on the Rocks? Here’s What to Do

    If your midlife marriage feels more like roommates than romance, you’re not alone. Marriage therapist Dr. Becky Whetstone explains what to do before making any big decisions. Many women begin questioning their marriages in midlife—wondering if the relationship can evolve with them or if it’s time to walk away. In this episode, I’m talking with marriage and family therapist Dr. Becky Whetstone about why so many women reconsider their long-term marriage in midlife and what to do when you start thinking, “I think I want out.” We talk about the personality traits that predict a happy marriage, why midlife can shake up relationship dynamics, and how emotional reactivity, stress, and changing roles affect long-term partnerships. Dr. Becky also explains why self-care and nervous system regulation matter more than we realize, how masculine and feminine energy show up in modern relationships, and why some couples benefit from a structured separation instead of rushing straight to divorce. If your midlife marriage feels like it’s on the rocks, this conversation will help you slow down, gain perspective, and think more clearly about what to do next. Connect with Dr. Becky Whetstone: Book: I (Think) I Want Out: What to Do When One of You Wants to End Your Marriage marriagecrisismanager.com | 2-Month Coaching Intensive 🩷 Please share this episode with a friend who you think could benefit from Dr. Becky’s wisdom.  🎧 Other Episodes You’ll Love: Midlife Relationships: You’re Evolving. He’s Not. Now What? I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    35 min

  5. MAR 10

    63: Why High-Performing Midlife Women Get Stuck at Director Level (and How to Break Through to VP)

    Feeling stuck at Director level despite years of experience and strong performance? Executive coach Katy McFee explains why high-performing midlife women often get passed over for promotion and the simple shifts that can finally get you seen as VP material. You’ve spent 20+ years building your career. You’re trusted, capable, and consistently delivering results. Your team relies on you and leadership praises your work. And yet… when the VP promotion opens up, someone else gets it. In this episode, Jessica talks with executive coach Katy McFee about why so many high-performing women in corporate leadership roles get stuck at the Director level, and what actually needs to change to move into executive leadership. They discuss the perception problem that blocks many promotions, why being the go-to executor can hurt your chances of becoming a VP, and how to start showing up as strategic leadership instead of tactical management. You’ll also learn how to create strategic thinking time, communicate ideas with more authority in meetings, increase visibility with senior leadership, and respond when you’re given vague feedback like “be more strategic” or “improve executive presence.” If you’re a midlife woman navigating career advancement, leadership growth, and the Director-to-VP ceiling, this conversation will help you understand why your promotion may be stalled and what to do next. ✚ Follow the show for more conversations about midlife identity, personal growth and midlife women’s wellness.  Connect with Katy McFee: Quiz: Are You VP Ready? | LinkedIn | Instagram | Website 🎧 Other Episodes You Will Love: Ditch the Sunday Scaries & Plan Your Most Aligned Year Using Your Enneagram Type I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    29 min

  6. MAR 3

    62: The Surprising Power of Peptides for Midlife Skin, Hair Loss and Longevity

    Is your midlife skin looking OLD? Is your hair shedding more than it used to? In this episode, we explore how peptides may support midlife skin, hair loss, inflammation, and longevity. In part two of our peptide mini-series, I’m joined by Dr. Aleksandra Gajer to talk about something that genuinely surprised me: the role peptides may play in supporting skin elasticity, collagen production, hair growth, immune function, and healthy aging in midlife women. Most of us think of peptides in the context of GLP-1s and weight loss. But what if peptides could also target inflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and even immune aging — the deeper drivers behind wrinkles, thinning hair, and that “why do I suddenly look older?” feeling? Dr. Gajer explains how injectable peptides work as signaling molecules in the body, how they differ from topical skincare, why they’re often cycled rather than taken forever, and how certain peptide “stacks” are used to support midlife skin, hair loss, and longevity. We also discuss sourcing, safety and the importance of nutrition and lifestyle when taking peptides.  If you’ve been investing in lasers, injectables, skincare, and supplements and still feel like your skin and hair are changing faster than you’d like, this conversation offers a deeper look at what may be happening beneath the surface and exploration of a different angle. Important Note: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Peptides and hormones are highly individual, especially in perimenopause. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, or treatment. Connect with Dr. Gajer Website | Instagram | Book an Intro Call 🎧 Other Episodes You Would Enjoy 61: Do Peptides Help with Sleep, Weight Gain and Brain Fog in Perimenopause? 👯‍♀️ If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who’s been doing all the lasers and needles and might be curious about another option. And don’t forget to follow the show and leave a rating and review. That’s the best way to help me book awesome guests! I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    32 min

  7. FEB 24

    61: Do Peptides Help with Sleep, Weight Gain and Brain Fog in Perimenopause?

    Are peptides the missing link for midlife women who are doing all the right things and still feel stuck? If your nutrition, exercise, and sleep are pretty dialed in but you’re still dealing with low-grade fatigue, slower workout recovery, brain fog or stubborn weight gain in perimenopause, this episode is for you. I’m joined by functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and host of The Period Whisperer Podcast, Bria Gadd, for a grounded conversation about peptides in perimenopause. We break down what peptides actually are, how they differ from hormones and medications, and the peptides Bria sees discussed most for midlife symptoms—including NAD+ for energy and cognition and GLP-1 microdosing for weight and blood sugar support—plus what matters most when it comes to safety and sourcing. This conversation is especially for midlife women who feel good but not great and want to understand whether peptides are a helpful tool or just another wellness trend. Important note: This episode is for education and general information only, not medical advice. Peptides and hormones are highly individual, especially in perimenopause. Talk with your healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, or treatment. Connect with Bria briatheperiodwhisperer.com | @bria_period_whisperer 🎧 Other Episodes You Might Enjoy: Why You Don’t Feel Like Yourself in Perimenopause (& How to Get Your Groove Back) Why Dieting Backfires and Metabolism Is Key in Perimenopause I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    35 min

  8. FEB 17

    60: The Midlife 180 You Didn’t See Coming

    At some point in your 40s, something shifted. The way you work. The way you value your time. The way you see yourself. Maybe you once wore fierce independence like a badge of honor. Maybe proving you could do it all alone felt meaningful. Maybe your career was your entire identity. And now? You’re not that woman anymore. In this solo episode, I share the radical 180 I made between my 30s and 40s — shifting from doing everything myself to valuing time, mentorship, support, and alignment in midlife. This is a conversation about identity shifts for midlife women. About personal growth, career reinvention, evolving priorities, and honoring who you’ve become instead of clinging to outdated rules. If you’ve changed more than you realized in your 40s, this one’s for you. 💌Send me a DM @midlifeadvicepodcast and tell me about the 180 you’ve made in your own life. I would love to hear from you. For reals.  🎧Other episodes you’ll love: 56: Midlife Overdrive and Why Slowing Down Feels Hard I want to hear from you. Send me a text! 💌 I share more personal stories, favorite products, high-protein recipes, book recs and exclusive discounts with my email friends. If you’re a midlife woman navigating perimenopause, hormone shifts, personal growth, and all the identity changes that come with this season, you’ll fit right in. Join the fun and I’ll send you my 3 favorite smoothie recipes to get you started! ✨For more midlife advice on perimenopause, hormone health, nervous system support, and living with purpose in your 40s and 50s follow me: @midlifeadvicepodcast | @belongwellness ⚡️Ready to feel centered, energized, and like yourself again? Learn more about working together at belongwellness.com.

    9 min
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Hello, my friend. You’ve landed in the right place — where super smart and slightly sassy women over 40 come to figure out what the hell is going on with our hormones, emotions, relationships, careers, and… well, everything, really.   I’m Jessica Long, a health coach, certified menopause coaching specialist and fellow midlife woman on this wild ride with you. Join me each week and together let’s learn about midlife women’s health and wellness from every angle — Western, Eastern and everything in between. We talk perimenopause and menopause, burnout, career pivots, parenting, marriage shifts, purpose, and the constant quest to feel like ourselves again.   You’ll hear honest midlife advice from experts and everyday women, and real-life tools that actually help with hormone health, mindset, nutrition, and lifestyle — plus fun stuff like our favorite books and girls’ trips.   If you love hearing from experts, rebels, and wise women rewriting midlife on their own terms, then you belong here. Hit play and let’s go.   ✨For more midlife musings, follow me on Instagram @midlifeadvicepodcast  ✨Join my email list at belongwellness.com to get my 3 favorite midlife-friendly smoothie recipes!

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