Midlife Mavens

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Welcome to Midlife Mavens, the podcast where we celebrate and explore the rich tapestry of life for women in midlife—those in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. Tune in for candid conversations about sex, love, relationships, and the unique challenges that come with this transformative stage of life, including perimenopause and menopause. At Midlife Mavens, we strive to create a welcoming space for women and their loved ones. Each episode brings inspiring stories and practical advice to help you navigate your journey with confidence and joy. Join us as we help listeners feel validated, uplifted, and empowered. Expect to hear from experts and relatable guests who share invaluable insights and experiences that will inspire you to thrive in midlife.

  1. 1D AGO

    Season 2: Episode 9: Candid Conversations: Navigating Women’s Health in Midlife

    On this episode of the  Midlife Mavens podcast, psychologists Marci Burroughs and Carol O’Saben interview family nurse practitioner Mary Katherine Roberts about women’s health topics often left undiscussed, especially pelvic floor problems after pregnancy, childbirth, or hysterectomy. They explain how pelvic floor weakening can contribute to urinary issues, cystocele (bladder prolapse), and rectocele (rectal bulging), and discuss practical strategies such as changing positions to empty the bladder, pelvic floor physical therapy, splinting/bracing, and pessaries, with surgery as a later option and urogynecology referrals for specialized care. The conversation also covers hormone replacement therapy, including early testosterone decline, individualized HRT approaches, libido being affected by mental health and medications like SSRIs, and the role of estrogen and testosterone in bone health and osteopenia, noting HRT may still be considered even years after menopause.   00:00 Hysterectomy Prolapse Shock 00:25 Podcast Intro Disclaimer 01:27 Meet Nurse Practitioner MK 02:42 Why Pelvic Floors Go Unspoken 04:59 Peeing Problems Position Fixes 06:10 Pelvic Floor PT Beyond Kegels 08:14 Prolapse After Hysterectomy 10:26 Urogynecology Slings Pessaries 13:17 Cystocele Rectocele Explained 15:42 Rectocele Bathroom Workarounds 18:39 Breaking Shame Seeking Help 19:42 Mid Episode Therapy Plug 20:48 Testosterone Dip And Perimenopause 22:18 HRT Options  24:12 Libido Is More Than Hormones 27:12 Bone Density Osteopenia Hormones 30:06 Starting HRT After Ten Years 31:55 Myths Pain And Advocacy 34:43 Find A Provider Who Listens 35:45 Closing Resources And Goodbye   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    37 min

  2. APR 21

    Season 2: Episode 8: Finance and Freedom: Navigating Midlife Money Matters

    On the Midlife Mavens podcast, psychologists Marci Burroughs and Carol O’Saben discuss midlife financial planning with CFP financial planner Mary Huntley of Cambium Wealth Partners, emphasizing that money is both an emotional topic and simple math. Mary describes a planning process that identifies hopes and fears, turns them into concrete goals with dollar amounts, and uses projections and probabilities to help clients shift from saving to spending in retirement. She advises interviewing financial professionals, looking for the CFP credential, and distinguishing planning from investment management, noting options from pro bono and hourly help to asset-based fees and standalone plans. The conversation covers savings “gut” numbers, marriage/divorce and Social Security considerations, budgeting basics, reducing eating-out costs, realistic travel, and helping women confidently spend, give, and plan tax-efficiently after accumulating wealth. 00:00 Money Fights and Sex 00:15 Podcast Intro and Disclaimer 01:17 Meet Financial Planner Mary 03:01 Why Money Feels Emotional 05:01 Therapy Meets Finance 06:55 Retirement Spending Fears 08:52 Fulfillment Generator Exercise 11:35 No Magic Retirement Number 12:25 Finding the Right Planner 14:49 Planning vs Money Management 16:45 Behavioral Finance Coaching 18:48 Costs and Affordable Options 20:59 Planning Fees Explained 21:30 Modular Planning Options 22:03 Planning Without Asset Management 23:41 Motivation Through Probabilities 24:51 Women And Money Confidence 25:59 Savings Intuition Example 27:50 Relationships Money And Midlife 28:36 Emotions Meet The Math 31:22 Midlife Money Myths And Tips 32:59 Food Health And Finances 34:35 Travel Dreams On A Budget 36:22 From Scarcity To Spending 38:11 Closing Thanks And Resources Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9 If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com  Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    40 min

  3. APR 7

    Season 2: Episode 7: Understanding Family Estrangement: Emotional Insights for the Midlife Woman

    Psychologists Marci Burroughs and Carol O’Saben discuss family estrangement on the Midlife Mavens podcast, framing distance from family as an intentional, protective response rather than an impulsive choice. They describe estrangement as a spectrum—from reduced contact and emotional guardedness to full cutoff—and note it is often preceded by long-standing patterns, failed boundary-setting, enmeshment, abuse/neglect, substance use, coming out LGBTQ+, or divorce/remarriage conflicts. They address societal and cultural stigma, myths that family must always come first, and the shame clients feel when others minimize their experiences. The hosts explore grief, ambiguous loss, and sometimes relief on both sides, and consider whether reconciliation is possible through accountability and understanding. They recommend therapy, self-reflection, support groups, chosen family, grieving unmet expectations, and adjusting boundaries and expectations.   00:00 Why Distance Happens 01:17 Why Estrangement Is Taboo 02:51 Midlife Shifts And Boundaries 05:13 Defining Estrangement 08:02 Patterns Not One Event 10:42 Types And Common Causes 15:26 Shame And Social Judgment 16:57 Mid Episode Contact Break 18:03 Why Society Resists It 21:48 Grief Relief And Loss 25:00 Can Relationships Heal 27:54 Finding Support And Options 30:23 Chosen Family And Grieving 34:05 Masked Estrangement Is Common 35:22 Wrap Up And Next Steps   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9 If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com  Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    37 min

  4. MAR 24

    Season 2: Episode 6: Stronger, Wiser, Different: Redefining Fitness in Midlife (Part 2)

    In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben speak with Ryan Whited, a strength and exercise coach, personal trainer, and elite climber. The conversation delves into common fitness myths, including the misconceptions around pain and exercise intensity. Ryan emphasizes the importance of consistency and mindset in building sustainable health habits. They discuss the 'minimum dose effect,' the value of non-exercise activities, and how monitoring one's physical state can guide the right amount of exertion. Practical advice on distinguishing between harmful pain and benign discomfort is shared, encouraging listeners to maintain movement even with physical challenges. The episode serves as a motivational guide for women navigating their fitness journeys in midlife and beyond.   00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens Podcast 01:07 Fitness Myths and Mindset Shifts with Ryan Weden 01:43 Debunking Fitness Myths and Pain Management 03:39 Minimum Dose Effect and Sustainable Health Habits 08:42 Mindset Shifts and Consistency in Exercise 17:59 Emotional and Physical Pain: Parallels and Insights 21:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    24 min

  5. MAR 10

    Season 2: Episode 5: Stronger, Wiser, Different: Redefining Fitness in Midlife (Part 1)

    In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben engage in a candid discussion with Ryan Whited, a strength and exercise coach, personal trainer, and elite climber. They delve into the importance of fitness and exercise for midlife women, offering insights into overcoming fears, daily aches and pains, and common fitness myths. Ryan shares his innovative approach of using minimal equipment for effective home workouts and emphasizes shifting focus from vanity to overall health. The conversation highlights how rethinking physical activity can empower and improve the lives of women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. 00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens 01:24 Meet Ryan Whitehead: Strength and Exercise Coach 02:01 Personal Journey with Fitness and Healing 04:12 Changing Perspectives on Aging and Exercise 07:26 Addressing Fitness Myths and Mindset Shifts 21:00 Virtual Training and Home Workouts 25:01 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    26 min

  6. FEB 24

    Season 2: Episode 4: Understanding Hormonal Shifts in Midlife: Insights from Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (Part 3)

    In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben welcome Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky, a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause. They discuss various hormone replacement therapy (HRT) options, debunk myths around HRT and perimenopause, and provide insights into the role of testosterone in midlife. Dr. B emphasizes the importance of realistic expectations from HRT, the safety concerns around supplements, and the significance of patient-specific approaches in treatment. The episode aims to offer empowering and educational content for women navigating midlife transitions. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:18 Meet Dr. B: Specializing in Perimenopause and Menopause 01:38 Exploring Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Options 08:28 The Role and Controversy of Testosterone in Midlife 15:35 Debunking Myths and Misinformation about Menopause 23:24 Final Thoughts and Resources More information about Dr. B:  Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (https://www.jessicabeachkofsky.com) is a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause mental health. Dr. B works with women navigating hormonal shifts, mood changes and all the brain chaos that comes with a perimenopause menopause transition. She's really good at making medicine and psychiatry digestible, engaging, and actually useful because knowledge is power and midlife women deserve both. Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9 If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    28 min

  7. FEB 10

    Season 2: Episode 3: Understanding Hormonal Shifts in Midlife: Insights from Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (Part 2)

    In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben continue their conversation with Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky, a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause. They dive deep into hormone replacement therapy (HRT), discussing historical fears, current understandings, and the relationship between HRT and breast cancer risk. Dr. B also elaborates on bone health, osteopenia, and the benefits of estrogen for heart health. This episode aims to provide clarity and factual information to empower women navigating midlife changes.   00:00 Comparing Alcohol and HRT in terms of breast cancer risk 00:16 Introduction to Midlife Mavens Podcast 01:18 Meet Dr. B: Specialist in Perimenopause and Menopause 01:32 Debunking Myths About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 03:31 Risks and Benefits of HRT 06:30 When to Consider Starting HRT 10:41 Alternative Ways to Manage Menopause Symptoms 17:14 Bone Density and Osteopenia Explained 25:54 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview   More information about Dr. B:  Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (https://www.jessicabeachkofsky.com) is a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause mental health. Dr. B works with women navigating hormonal shifts, mood changes and all the brain chaos that comes with a perimenopause menopause transition. She's really good at making medicine and psychiatry digestible, engaging, and actually useful because knowledge is power and midlife women deserve both.  Here’s Dr B’s hormone information sheet:  https://tinyurl.com/drb-hormones   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    27 min

  8. JAN 27

    Season 2: Episode 2: Understanding Hormonal Shifts in Midlife: Insights from Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky

    In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben welcome Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (https://www.jessicabeachkofsky.com/) a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause mental health. The discussion revolves around the impact of hormones on mood, anxiety, sleep, and libido, highlighting the roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Dr. B explains how hormonal changes during midlife affect the brain, bones, and cardiovascular system. The episode also explores the sedative effects of progesterone on sleep, the significance of early perimenopausal symptom recognition, and the challenges of hormone testing. Tune in as the hosts and Dr. B delve into the complexities of managing midlife hormonal changes and the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).   00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens 01:08 Meet Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky 01:59 Understanding Hormones and Mental Health 02:56 The Role of Estrogen in Women's Health 07:58 Progesterone and Sleep 14:09 Challenges with Hormone Testing 19:47 Recognizing Perimenopausal Symptoms 26:00 Conclusion and Next Steps   More information about Dr. B:  Dr. Jessica Beachkofsky (https://www.jessicabeachkofsky.com) is a psychiatrist specializing in perimenopause and menopause mental health. Dr. B works with women navigating hormonal shifts, mood changes and all the brain chaos that comes with a perimenopause menopause transition. She's really good at making medicine and psychiatry digestible, engaging, and actually useful because knowledge is power and midlife women deserve both.  Here’s Dr B’s hormone information sheet:  https://tinyurl.com/drb-hormones   Got a question or a suggestion for a future episode?  Use our “Ask Us Anything” Form:  https://forms.gle/3bo4KuaXfGxCUS9C9   If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites: Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com Carol: https://www.drosaben.com   Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include: Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th… Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/ American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com

    27 min
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Welcome to Midlife Mavens, the podcast where we celebrate and explore the rich tapestry of life for women in midlife—those in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. Tune in for candid conversations about sex, love, relationships, and the unique challenges that come with this transformative stage of life, including perimenopause and menopause. At Midlife Mavens, we strive to create a welcoming space for women and their loved ones. Each episode brings inspiring stories and practical advice to help you navigate your journey with confidence and joy. Join us as we help listeners feel validated, uplifted, and empowered. Expect to hear from experts and relatable guests who share invaluable insights and experiences that will inspire you to thrive in midlife.

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  • Creator
    midlifemavens2024
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Midlife Mavens

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