BecomingYOU@40: Perimenopause & Menopause for Women in their 40s

Chaneen Dippenaar, Health Coach & Kinesiologist

South Africa's perimenopause and menopause podcast for women in their 40s. Tired, anxious, or just not feeling like yourself lately? It may be your hormones, and you don't have to push through alone. I'm Chaneen Dippenaar, a health coach, kinesiologist, and TORI practitioner. Every episode, we have honest conversations and unpack what's really happening in your body and mind, and what you can do about it. It's time to live your best years in great health and balance! (This podcast is for information only and is not medical advice.)

  1. Oct 12

    Breast Health in Your 40s, with Dr. Lucienne van Schalkwyk

    Are your breasts feeling more tender, swollen, lumpy or sensitive now that you're in your 40s? You're not imagining it. Perimenopause can bring changes to your breasts as hormones fluctuate - but how do you know what's a normal part of midlife and what deserves a closer look? In this episode of BecomingYOU@40, we are joined by breast surgeon Dr. Lucienne van Schalkwyk for an important and empowering conversation about breast health in perimenopause and beyond. Together, they unpack what women should know about: ✨ Breast changes during perimenopause ✨ Breast self-examinations ✨ When to start getting mammograms ✨ Family history and breast cancer risk ✨ Dense breasts and screening ✨ Lifestyle factors that may influence breast cancer risk ✨ What happens if a mammogram finds something that needs further investigation ✨ The red flags that should never be ignored Most importantly, this conversation is about replacing fear and uncertainty with knowledge, confidence and self-advocacy. Not every change means something is wrong - but you also don't have to figure it out alone. If you've been putting off a screening, noticed a change, or simply want to understand your breast health better, this is a conversation worth having. 🔗 Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro   Dr L Van Schalkwyk: https://breast-surgeon.co.za/ https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/7/dr-lucienne-van-schalkwyk.html https://www.lifehealthcare.co.za/our-doctors/gauteng/lucienne-van-schalkwyk/   🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that she doesn't have to feel ashamed of the changes happening in her body.

    Breast Health in Your 40s, with Dr. Lucienne van Schalkwyk

  2. Sep 28

    Why Desire Changes at 40, with Dr. Jireh Serfontein

    Have you noticed a change in your desire and wondered, "Is this just part of getting older?" You're not alone - and it doesn't mean there's something wrong with you. In Episode 33 of BecomingYOU@40, we're talking openly about libido, intimacy and desire in midlife with sexologist Dr. Jireh Serfontein. Because changes in desire aren't always just about hormones. Your energy, stress levels, mental load, body image, relationships, emotional wellbeing and even certain medications can all play a role. In this episode, we explore: What libido actually is and why it naturally changes throughout life How perimenopause and menopause can influence sexual desire How exhaustion, stress and the mental load can affect intimacy The connection between body image, confidence and desire Why emotional connection can become increasingly important in midlife Why desire doesn't always have to come before intimacy Whether it's possible to rebuild or reignite desire When it may be time to seek professional support What healthy desire can look like in this season of life If you've ever wondered, "Why don't I feel like I used to?" - this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and remember: your libido isn't broken. It may simply be telling you something. If this episode resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to know she's not alone. 🔗 Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that she doesn't have to feel ashamed of the changes happening in her body.

    Why Desire Changes at 40, with Dr. Jireh Serfontein

  3. Sep 14

    Perimenopause: Out of Balance? Here's the Fix

    Have you ever done everything "right" and still ended the day feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or completely flat? You may not need a better schedule. You may need better alignment. In Episode 32 of BecomingYOU@40, we explore what balance really means during midlife and why trying to fit everything into your calendar isn't necessarily the answer. Because real balance isn't about giving everything equal attention. It's about making sure your time, energy and choices reflect what actually matters to you. During perimenopause, this becomes even more important. As your body changes, the things you could once push through may suddenly start showing up differently - from disrupted sleep and mood changes to unpredictable energy, digestion and other symptoms. In this episode, we explore: - Why a full schedule doesn't necessarily mean a fulfilled life - The difference between time management and alignment -Why your body may be giving you signals that something is out of sync - How to identify what is actually draining you - Simple ways to bring more alignment into your everyday life - Why your 40s can be an opportunity to let go of what was never yours to carry If you've been thinking, "I'm doing everything I'm supposed to be doing… so why don't I feel better?" - this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: Am I living in alignment with what truly matters to me? If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder too. 🔗 Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear that she doesn't have to simply survive midlife.

    Perimenopause: Out of Balance? Here's the Fix

  4. Aug 31

    Menopause: What Your Symptoms Are Really Telling You | Beyond Symptom Management

    Are you treating your menopause symptoms without ever asking why they're happening in the first place? Hot flashes. Fatigue. Weight changes. Hormonal shifts. Brain fog. Mood changes. So many women are told these symptoms are simply "part of getting older" - but what if there's a bigger story happening beneath the surface? In this episode of BecomingYOU@40, we're going beyond symptom management and exploring what it really means to understand and care for the whole woman during midlife and menopause. Our guest, Sharon Lemoine, is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Family Practitioner with more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including 25 years in emergency medicine. But Sharon's perspective is also deeply shaped by her own health journey, including Type 1 diabetes, thyroid cancer, surgical menopause and a prophylactic mastectomy. Together, we explore the intersection of menopause, hormones, holistic health, prevention, faith and healing - and why women deserve more than simply being told to manage their symptoms.   🌿 Connect with Sharon Lemoine A special shout-out to Sharon Lemoine for joining us and sharing her incredible combination of clinical expertise, lived experience and faith. If this conversation resonated with you, be sure to connect with Sharon and follow her work for more education and insights around menopause, hormone health, functional medicine and women's wellness. instagram.com/theconciergenp_  www.youtube.com/@SharonLemoine-ARNP  www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-lemoine-arnp-fnp-a2529070  🔗 Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to BecomingYOU@40, leave a review, and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear that she doesn't have to simply survive midlife.

    Menopause: What Your Symptoms Are Really Telling You | Beyond Symptom Management

  5. Aug 17

    The Hidden Inflammation Link with Christine Horton

    What Your Mouth Could Be Telling You About Your Hormones & Health Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right - eating well, exercising, taking care of yourself - yet your body still doesn't seem to cooperate? Stubborn weight. Low energy. Hormonal changes. Symptoms that seem to appear out of nowhere. What if you're missing a piece of the puzzle? In this episode of BecomingYOU@40, we're exploring a connection that many women never think about: the relationship between oral health, inflammation, hormones and whole-body health. Our guest, Christine Horton, is a Certified Health & Wellness Coach and registered dental hygienist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. Having lived with PCOS since her teens, Christine brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the conversation.   Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

    The Hidden Inflammation Link with Christine Horton

  6. Aug 3

    Laser Therapy After 40: Is It Worth It? | Dr. Heidi Siebert

    In this episode of Becoming You @ 40, we're having an open and empowering conversation about a topic that far too many women experience - but very few talk about: vaginal health after 40. Joining us is Dr. Heidi Siebert from Reflexion Medispa, who shares her expertise on the physical changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause, why they happen, and the evidence-based treatment options available to help women feel comfortable, confident, and connected to their bodies again. Links Visit my website: https://www.dayenucare.co.za/ Sign up for my newsletter and receive the Becoming YOU @ 40 Eating Plan. Book your complimentary 40-minute "Becoming You" coaching session: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness/intro Please give Dr. Heidi Siebert and Reflexion Medispa a follow, and feel free to reach out if you have any follow-up questions or would like to learn more. 📍 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reflexionmedispa/ 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? If you have valuable insights or a story you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you. Book a pre-interview session to start the conversation: https://meet.brevo.com/chaneen-dippenaar-dayenu-care-and-wellness

    Laser Therapy After 40: Is It Worth It? | Dr. Heidi Siebert

  7. Jul 20

    Redefining Midlife Beauty with Shannaz

    What if aging isn't something to resist… but something to honour?   In this thought-provoking episode, I'm joined by Shannaz, a beauty industry expert who challenges everything we've been taught about growing older. Together, we unpack the pressures of the anti-aging narrative and explore what it truly means to embrace beauty with confidence, authenticity, and self-compassion. This conversation goes far beyond skincare. It's about identity, self-worth, and learning to see the changing seasons of life through a kinder, more empowering lens.

    Redefining Midlife Beauty with Shannaz

  8. Jul 6

    The Truth About Intimacy 40+ with Dr. Jireh Serfontein

    What if the changes you're experiencing in your body, desire, and relationships aren't signs that something is wrong—but an invitation to reconnect with yourself in a whole new way? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Jireh Serfontein,a sexologist, to explore the truth about intimacy, sexual wellbeing, and connection for women in their 40s. Together, we unpack the physical, emotional, and relational changes that often accompany perimenopause and menopause, and what women need to know to navigate this season with confidence and self-compassion. We discuss the impact of hormones, body image, self-worth, emotional intimacy, and long-term relationships, while challenging common myths about sex and aging. You'll also learn about practical ways to support your sexual wellbeing through lifestyle habits, communication, and available medical and therapeutic options. Whether you've noticed changes in your desire, feel disconnected from your body, or simply want to better understand what healthy intimacy can look like in midlife, this conversation offers reassurance, insight, and hope. Links: Visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, and receive the BecomingYOU@40 Eating Plan. Visit https://mysexualhealth.co.za/ or https://www.drjirehserfontein.co.za/ to get in touch with Dr. Jireh Serfontein.

    The Truth About Intimacy 40+ with Dr. Jireh Serfontein
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South Africa's perimenopause and menopause podcast for women in their 40s. Tired, anxious, or just not feeling like yourself lately? It may be your hormones, and you don't have to push through alone. I'm Chaneen Dippenaar, a health coach, kinesiologist, and TORI practitioner. Every episode, we have honest conversations and unpack what's really happening in your body and mind, and what you can do about it. It's time to live your best years in great health and balance! (This podcast is for information only and is not medical advice.)

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