THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Nig

Bria Gadd - Integrative Nutrition Coach, Hormone Specialist, Personal Trainer, Perimenopause Coach,
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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause

  1. 23h ago

    Eps 434: How to Explain Your Perimenopause Symptoms So People Finally Understand

    Why You Feel Dismissed in Perimenopause (And How to Finally Advocate for Yourself)One of the hardest parts of perimenopause isn’t always the symptoms. Sometimes, it’s not feeling believed. Whether you’ve been told your labs are “normal,” your symptoms are “just stress,” or that this is simply part of getting older, it’s easy to start questioning yourself. But what if your body has been communicating with you all along? In this episode, Bria explores why so many women feel dismissed during perimenopause and menopause, how invisible symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, fatigue, poor sleep, mood changes, weight gain, and hormonal shifts often go misunderstood, and why learning the language of your body can completely change the way you advocate for your health. She also shares practical ways to recognize symptom patterns, communicate more effectively with your healthcare provider, and stop second-guessing yourself when something doesn’t feel right. You’ll learn why understanding your hormones, metabolism, nervous system, and overall health can help you move from confusion to confidence during one of the biggest transitions in a woman’s life. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe it’s just me,” this conversation is for you.   Episode Timeline 00:00 – Why Feeling Dismissed Can Be One of the Hardest Parts of Midlife 02:20 – The Invisible Symptoms of Perimenopause 04:35 – Why So Many Women Feel Unsupported 06:40 – Knowledge Replaces Fear With Confidence 08:00 – How to Describe Your Symptoms So Doctors Can Better Help You 09:50 – Why Understanding Your Body Changes Everything 10:45 – The Power of Community During Perimenopause 11:45 – Why I Created Midlife Mojo 13:00 – Learning to Trust Your Body Again Ready to stop second-guessing your symptoms? Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll learn how to understand what your body is trying to tell you with expert education, practical tools, and a community of women navigating the same season of life. Your membership includes: 💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival 💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings 💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions 💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses 💛 Lab testing education 💛 Peptides and HRT resources 💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more ✨ Start your 7-day free trial here: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow

    Eps 434: How to Explain Your Perimenopause Symptoms So People Finally Understand

  2. 3d ago

    Eps 433: “Maybe It’s Not Just You” | Why So Many Women Feel Dismissed in Perimenopause

    Why Women Feel So Stuck in Perimenopause (And the Community I Wish Every Woman Had) If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not feeling like yourself… You’re not alone. Maybe you’re eating well, exercising consistently, trying every supplement, listening to every podcast, and still waking up exhausted, gaining weight, struggling with brain fog, or wondering why your body suddenly feels so different. In this solo episode, I share why I believe more women than ever are feeling overwhelmed during perimenopause and menopause, and why the answer isn’t another quick fix. Instead, it’s having the right roadmap, the right education, and the right community to help you understand what your body is actually asking for. I also take you behind the scenes of Midlife Mojo, the membership I’ve dreamed of creating for years. A place where women can stop piecing together advice from Google, social media, and endless podcasts, and finally have one trusted home for learning, support, and real transformation.   Episode Timeline 00:00 – Why More Women Than Ever Feel Stuck in Midlife 07:20 – Understanding Health Debt and Why Your Body Feels Different 13:45 – Why Foundations Always Come Before Optimization 15:40 – Why Another Podcast or Instagram Post Isn’t Enough 17:15 – Why I Created Midlife Mojo 18:20 – Inside the 90-Day Hormone Revival 19:30 – The Whisper Room: Understanding Your Body’s Unique Symptoms 20:50 – Live Coaching, Community, and Weekly Support 22:15 – Workouts, Nutrition, Peptides, Recipes & Meditations 23:30 – Why I Wanted Midlife Mojo to Be Accessible for Every Woman Ready to stop guessing and start understanding your body? Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll get access to: 💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival 💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings 💛 Weekly live coaching and Q&A sessions 💛 Bria’s home workout program 💛 Nutrition courses, recipes, and meal planning 💛 The Ultimate Guide to Peptides for Women in Perimenopause 💛 Guided meditations and practical wellness tools 💛 A community of women navigating the same season alongside you Plus, you can explore everything with a 7-day free trial. ✨ Learn more here: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    Eps 433: “Maybe It’s Not Just You” | Why So Many Women Feel Dismissed in Perimenopause

  3. Jul 16

    Eps 432: Recurring UTIs After Menopause? It Might Not Be a UTI | Interstitial Cystitis Explained with Heather Florio

    Recurring UTI Symptoms? It Might Not Actually Be a UTI. If you’ve been dealing with recurring UTI symptoms, bladder pain, burning, urgency, or frequent urination, only to have your urine cultures come back normal, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest and a leading advocate for women’s pelvic and sexual health, to unpack the difference between recurrent UTIs, interstitial cystitis, and bladder pain syndrome. Tune in to discover why recurring UTI symptoms aren’t always caused by infection and how to better advocate for yourself when you know something isn’t right. Episode Timeline 00:00 – Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed With Chronic UTIs 02:35 – Heather’s Personal Journey With Interstitial Cystitis 06:40 – When Recurring UTI Symptoms Aren’t Actually A UTI 10:58 – Interstitial Cystitis vs. Bladder Pain Syndrome: What’s The Difference? 14:08 – How Perimenopause & Menopause Affect Recurrent UTI Symptoms 16:54 – Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Why Physical Therapy Matters 18:30 – Nutrition, Aloe Vera & Supporting Bladder Health 24:47 – How Stress & Certain Foods Can Trigger Bladder Flares 26:45 – The Hidden Impact On Intimacy & Quality Of Life 31:00 – Allergies, Mast Cells & Unexpected Bladder Triggers 35:20 – Why A Cystoscopy Can Help Diagnose Interstitial Cystitis 42:15 – How To Advocate For Yourself At The Doctor 44:20 – Recurrent UTIs, Antibiotics & Protecting Your Microbiome Links Learn more about Heather Florio and Desert Harvest: 🌿 Website: https://www.desertharvest.com 📱 Instagram: @desertharvestaloe 📱 Heather’s Instagram: @hmflorio Curious about the tools, strategies, and lessons I share with women navigating hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health? Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, metabolism, gut health, pelvic health, nutrition, fitness, recovery, and so much more. Inside, you’ll learn how to understand your symptoms, interpret your labs, ask better questions, and feel more confident advocating for your health. Get free access for the next 7 days: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:

    Eps 432: Recurring UTIs After Menopause? It Might Not Be a UTI | Interstitial Cystitis Explained with Heather Florio

  4. Jul 13

    Eps 431: Prediabetes in Your 20s: Why Healthy Women Are Being Missed with Jenny Pena

    Feeling tired all the time isn’t something women should simply accept. The afternoon energy crash. Constant cravings. Brain fog. Needing coffee just to function. Feeling exhausted after meals. These have become so normalized that many women assume they’re just part of getting older. In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Pena, National Board Certified Health Coach and host of The Path to Better A1c podcast. After navigating PCOS and prediabetes herself, Jenny now helps women understand one of the most overlooked drivers of their health: blood sugar. Together, we unpack why blood sugar affects so much more than diabetes. From cravings and energy to hormones, metabolism, focus, and mood, Jenny explains how learning to read your body’s signals can completely change the way you feel. We also cover the lab markers every woman should understand, why “normal” labs don’t always tell the whole story, and the small lifestyle shifts that can make a surprisingly big difference. Tune in to learn why feeling tired, foggy, and constantly hungry may not be something you have to live with. Episode Timeline 00:00 - Why Blood Sugar Matters Beyond Diabetes 01:55 - Jenny’s Journey From PCOS & Prediabetes 06:30 - Why Cravings Aren’t A Willpower Problem 09:00 - The Blood Sugar Roller Coaster Explained 13:30 - Understanding A1c & What It Really Measures 18:20 - Why You Should Ask For A Fasting Insulin Test 22:30 - The Hidden Impact Of Sleep & Stress On Blood Sugar 27:45 - Why Walking After Meals Works 32:20 - Building A Blood Sugar Friendly Plate 35:40 - The Protein Habit That Changed Everything 38:50 - How Much Fiber Do You Actually Need? 45:00 - The Biggest Blood Sugar Mistakes Women Make 47:45 - Where To Learn More From Jenny Links Learn more from Jenny Pena: Website: https://jennypena.com Instagram: @coachjennp Podcast: The Path to Better A1c Curious about the tools, strategies, and lessons I share with women navigating hormones, metabolism, blood sugar, and midlife health? Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, symptoms, labs, nutrition, fitness, recovery, peptides, and so much more. I’m opening it up for free for the next 7 days so you can explore everything inside. https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:

    Eps 431: Prediabetes in Your 20s: Why Healthy Women Are Being Missed with Jenny Pena

  5. Jul 9

    Eps 430: POTS Symptoms Every Woman Should Know | Dr. Diana Driscoll Explains the Root Cause

    What if your dizziness, racing heart, brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, or digestive issues weren’t separate problems at all? What if they were all connected by one underlying dysfunction that most people have never heard of? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Driscoll, researcher, optometrist, founder of Genetic Disease Investigators, and one of the leading voices in POTS research. Episode Timeline 00:00 - Why So Many Women With POTS Are Dismissed 02:05 - What POTS Actually Is 04:12 - “It’s All In Your Head”: The Reality Many Patients Face 06:08 - Why 90% of POTS Patients Are Women 08:32 - Living With An Overreactive Nervous System 10:04 - Is There A Genetic Link To POTS? 11:20 - Why Diana Started Genetic Disease Investigators 13:10 - The Inflammation Cycle That Keeps Patients Stuck 15:35 - Why Treating Symptoms Isn’t Enough 18:40 - Hormones, Stress & Why Symptoms Often Worsen 21:25 - Why Lifestyle Alone Isn’t Always The Answer 24:50 - Looking Beyond Diet & Exercise 26:00 - When Doctors Told Her To “Just Meditate” 28:30 - How Curiosity Changed The Future Of POTS Research 31:15 - Hope For Patients Looking For Answers Links Learn more about Dr. Diana Driscoll’s work: https://drdianadriscoll.com/ Discover Genetic Disease Investigators: https://geneticdiseaseinvestigators.com/ Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, symptoms, labs, nutrition, fitness, recovery, peptides, and so much more. I’m opening it up for free for the next 7 days so you can explore everything inside. https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    Eps 430: POTS Symptoms Every Woman Should Know | Dr. Diana Driscoll Explains the Root Cause

  6. Jul 6

    Eps 429: How She Reversed Brain Fog, Fatigue & Perimenopause Symptoms in 12 Months with Dragana

    What does healing actually look like a year later? In this episode, I’m sitting down with one of my clients, Dragana, to reflect on everything that’s changed since we began working together.  If you’ve ever wondered what coaching actually looks like beyond the sessions, or you’re curious about what’s possible when you have the right support, this conversation offers an honest, behind-the-scenes perspective. Tune in to hear a real-life recovery story and discover why sometimes the most important step in healing is asking for support instead of trying to figure it all out alone. Episode Timeline 00:00 – Introduction 01:00 – Meet Dragana & Her Health Journey 03:15 – The First Signs Something Was Wrong 06:45 – Living With Brain Fog, Fatigue & Anxiety 10:30 – The Tests That Changed Everything 15:20 – Low Cortisol, Hormones & Gut Health 21:45 – The Recovery Plan We Built Together 27:30 – Why Rest Became More Important Than Pushing Harder 33:10 – Getting Her Energy & Confidence Back 39:15 – What Changed Most After A Year 45:20 – Advice For Women Who Feel Like They’re Losing Themselves Links Curious about the tools, strategies, and lessons I use with clients like Dragana? I’ve gathered them inside Midlife Mojo, a new space where women can learn about hormones, symptoms, labs, nutrition, fitness, recovery, peptides, and what actually works in midlife. Get free access for the next 7 days and explore the same frameworks, resources, and guidance that have helped hundreds of women better understand their bodies and feel like themselves again. https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    Eps 429: How She Reversed Brain Fog, Fatigue & Perimenopause Symptoms in 12 Months with Dragana

  7. Jul 2

    Eps 428: Why Women Feel So Alone in Perimenopause (Even When They’re Not Alone)

    Have you ever felt lonely, even when you’re surrounded by people? Not because you’re physically alone, but because no one truly understands what you’re carrying. In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked challenges women face in midlife: loneliness.  We unpack why loneliness peaks during our 40s and 50s, the hidden weight of invisible labor, and why feeling understood may be one of the most important parts of healing.  If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t recognize myself anymore,” or “I thought it was just me,” this conversation is for you. Episode Timeline: 00:04 - The Loneliness So Many Women Feel in Midlife 01:35 - Why Women in Their 40s and 50s Feel More Alone Than Ever 02:45 - The Generational Expectations Placed on Women 03:30 - Perimenopause, Symptoms, and Feeling Misunderstood 04:55 - What Loneliness Really Looks Like 06:00 - Divorce, Hormonal Changes, and Losing Connection With Yourself 07:20 - A Client’s Unexpected Non-Scale Victory 08:05 - The Peak Responsibility Years 09:00 - When Everyone Needs Something From You 09:59 - The Invisible Labor Women Carry 11:00 - Are You Failing or Just Overloaded? 11:45 - The Cognitive Impact of Loneliness 12:35 - Why Feeling Understood Matters 13:05 - Why Information Alone Isn’t Enough 13:45 - The Real Reason Midlife Mojo Was Created 14:43 - Guilt, Boundaries, and Making Space for Yourself 15:30 - Why Healing Happens Faster Together Links: Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow  🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    Eps 428: Why Women Feel So Alone in Perimenopause (Even When They’re Not Alone)

  8. Jun 29

    Eps 427: You Can Have Perfect Habits and Still Feel Exhausted

    What if one of the biggest deficiencies affecting women in perimenopause isn't magnesium, protein, or hormones? What if it's pleasure? In this episode, we're exploring a concept that doesn't get talked about nearly enough: pleasure deficiency.  If you're exhausted, overwhelmed, doing all the right things, and still feeling stuck, this conversation may completely change the way you think about your health.  You'll learn how stress impacts weight loss, hormones, sleep, and energy, why vacations often seem to "fix" symptoms temporarily, and how reconnecting with joy can become a practical part of your healing journey. Tune in to discover why pleasure isn't a luxury. It's physiology. Episode Timeline: 00:03 - The Deficiency Nobody Is Talking About 01:00 - What Is A Pleasure Deficiency? 02:00 - Health Debt Explained 03:00 - The Withdrawals Draining Women's Energy 04:29 - Why Pleasure Is A Biological Need 05:45 - The Hormonal Benefits Of Joy And Connection 06:40 - Why You Feel Better On Vacation 07:50 - The Hidden Cost Of Chronic Stress 08:57 - Losing Touch With What Brings You Joy 10:10 - How Life Disconnects Us From Ourselves 11:20 - Understanding "Rupture" And Release 12:54 - Why Pleasure Helps The Body Heal 13:50 - When We Stop Doing What Makes Us Feel Alive 15:15 - Small Joys That Change Your Physiology 16:05 - Practical Ways To Create More Pleasure 17:12 - The 20-Item Pleasure Exercise 18:10 - Why Pleasure Is Part Of The Healing Process 18:50 - Signs You May Have A Pleasure Deficiency 19:15 - How Midlife Mojo Can Help Links: Get early access to a new space designed to help women better understand their hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health journey: https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes:  Join Midlife Mojo 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause:  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    Eps 427: You Can Have Perfect Habits and Still Feel Exhausted
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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause

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