Perimenopause Simplified

In this episode, Claudia breaks down why heavy bleeding, fibroids, and ovarian cysts become so common in perimenopause – and what's really driving them beneath the surface.
You'll learn how low progesterone, poor estrogen metabolism, mineral imbalances, gut health, and improperly managed HRT can all contribute, and why monitoring matters when symptoms persist.
In this episode, we cover:
Why low progesterone and unopposed estrogen drive heavy periods and fibroid growth


How HRT dosing and endometrial lining impact bleeding and clotting


The role of minerals, detox pathways, and daily bowel movements in hormone clearance


When cysts are normal and when to investigate further
 
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 
Episode 95: Low Ferritin After 40: Do You Really Need Iron? What Your Labs Aren't Telling You 
 
🎉NEW LIVE CLASS on February 17th: The Real Reason You Feel 'Off' After 40: Why Your Mood, Energy, Sleep, Weight & Sex Drive Change — and What Actually Helps 
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CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: 
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FREE RESOURCES: 
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
The Perimenopause Method Program
 
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More women are turning to online telehealth companies for hormones, peptides, and thyroid support - and for good reason. These platforms have made care more accessible and more empowering than ever. But access doesn't always equal personalization.
In this episode, we explore when telehealth hormone clinics can be a great fit, where their limitations lie, and how to know whether you need simple support or a more strategic approach in perimenopause. 
You'll learn:
Why telehealth HRT and peptide clinics are rapidly growing
What these companies do well (and who they're ideal for)
Where protocol-based care can fall short in complex midlife cases
How hormones, minerals, thyroid, stress, and metabolism are interconnected
How to decide between telehealth or personalized functional care
 
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🎉NEW LIVE CLASS on February 17th: The Real Reason You Feel 'Off' After 40: Why Your Mood, Energy, Sleep, Weight & Sex Drive Change — and What Actually Helps 
➡️GRAB A SPOT HERE.
 
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LOVE THE SHOW?
Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with others – it really helps our show get seen by more women who need support! 
 
CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: 
Website
YouTube
Instagram
Inquiries
 
FREE RESOURCES: 
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
The Perimenopause Method Program
 
SHOP:
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You were told your iron is low - but is that really true? In this episode, Claudia breaks down why low ferritin does not automatically mean iron deficiency, why so many women are incorrectly told to take iron supplements, and how incomplete lab testing leads to more confusion and symptoms.
You'll learn: 
Why ferritin alone does not tell the full iron story
Key iron labs most providers miss (serum iron, transferrin, iron saturation, TIBC/UIBC)
Additional labs that are essential to assess iron status
Why iron supplements can make symptoms worse
Common causes of low iron and low ferritin in women over 40
How heavy periods, low progesterone, and fibroids affect iron status
The role of gut health, stomach acid, and stress in iron absorption
What a root-cause approach to low iron actually looks like
 
Ona's Natural Progesterone Cream (I recommend Luna Pro 10 or Luna Pro 20)
Iron and Cell Damage
Limitations of Serum Ferritin in Diagnosing Iron Deficiency
Low Stomach Acid and Low Iron
 
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Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause – it really helps our show get seen by more women! 
 
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FREE RESOURCES: 
Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
Perimenopause Clarity Session
The Perimenopause Method Program
Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course
 
PRODUCTS WE LOVE:
Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)
Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)
BodyHealth Reds Powder
Ona's Natural Progesterone Cream 
Symphony Natural Health Melatonin
Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA
For more products we recommend, click HERE.

You've likely heard about magnesium being a miracle mineral and you're probably taking a supplement to help with some of your perimenopause symptoms, but supplementing randomly often leads to frustration.
In this episode, I unpack why so many women over 40 struggle to raise magnesium levels, why electrolytes matter more than you think, and how minerals like sodium and potassium determine whether your body can actually use the magnesium you take.
If you're tired of guessing with supplements and want a smarter plan, this episode will help you understand what your body actually needs — without the hype.
 
You'll learn:
What magnesium does for hormones, mood, sleep, and metabolism after 40


Hidden drains on magnesium (i.e. stress, medications, alcohol, processed foods, etc)


Why many women don't feel better on magnesium – and what cofactors are missing


The truth about electrolytes and why they may not be working for you


How HTMA (hair tissue mineral analysis) helps reveal whether you're absorbing minerals or just guessing
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Sources:
Magnesium Fact Sheet
Magnesium Deficiency and Alcohol Intake
Oral Contraceptive Lowers Serum Magnesium
Magnesium and Heart Palpitations
Magnesium and Mental Health Disorders
Magnesium and Hypertension
Migraines and Magnesium
Magnesium and Insulin Resistance
 
LOVE THE SHOW?
Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause – it really helps our show get seen by more women! 
 
CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: 
Website
YouTube
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Facebook
Inquiries
 
FREE RESOURCES: 
Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
Perimenopause Clarity Session
The Perimenopause Method Program
Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course
 
PRODUCTS WE LOVE:
Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)
Ona's Natural Progesterone Cream
Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA
Symphony Natural Health Melatonin
BodyHealth Reds Powder
Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)
Eusari Menoplay Non-Hormonal Solution
For more products we recommend, click HERE.

Feeling exhausted, wired, and stuck in a loop of burnout? You do everything right: sleep, clean eating, supplements…but still feel like your energy is on fumes.
In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on why hormone tests alone often miss the root cause. We'll dive deep into how mineral depletion (you read that right) is the missing piece of the puzzle for many over-functioning, type-A women.
You'll learn:
• The true signs of burnout vs. what's "normal aging"
• What your body is trying to tell you by saying "you can't rest"
• How I use HTMA (hair mineral analysis) in my practice (and why we start there)
• Patterns I see in high-achieving women over 40
• Actionable steps to rebuild energy physically, emotionally, and hormonally
This one's for the woman who literally can't slow down, even though her body is begging her to. If this feels like you — hit play.
 
LOVE THE SHOW?
Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating & review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause – it really helps our show get seen by more women! 
 
CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA: 
Website
YouTube
Instagram
Facebook
Inquiries
 
FREE RESOURCES: 
Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones
Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes
Perimenopause Daily Checklist
HRT 3-Day Crash Course
 
GET SUPPORT: 
Perimenopause Clarity Session
The Perimenopause Method Program
Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course
 
PRODUCTS WE LOVE:
Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia)
Ona's Natural Progesterone Cream
Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA
Symphony Natural Health Melatonin
BodyHealth Reds Powder
Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123)
Eusari Menoplay Non-Hormonal Solution
For more products we recommend, click HERE.