THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife

You're showing up. You're eating better. You're staying consistent. So why isn't your body responding? It's not that you're not trying hard enough. Your body is just in a completely different season than it used to be. And most women aren't being told that.
In this episode, I break down the two missing pieces: what's actually happening underneath the surface when your body stops responding, and why pushing harder is often the thing making it worse. We also cover what your body actually needs right now, from foundations like sleep and nourishment, to adjusting your workouts and understanding what your data is really telling you.
If you've been doing everything "right" and still hitting a wall, this episode will tell you exactly why and what to do instead. 🎧 Listen now.
Episode Timeline:

00:00 - Feeling frustrated in your body
04:40 - When everything suddenly changed
05:30 - Not just your hormones
07:30 - Body isn’t a vending machine
09:37 - Fat loss isn’t simple
11:17 - The recipe analogy
13:00 - Pressure changes everything
16:22 - What’s really missing
21:12 - Body in survival mode
22:45 - Why pushing backfires
24:30 - This is your wake up
25:18 - Foundations come first
25:45 - Fix your sleep first
26:30 - Eat enough consistently
28:12 - Move before you train
30:00 - You need stress release
31:30 - Stop guessing, test instead
32:45 - Adjust for this season
34:30 - Supplements come last

🔗 Links & Resources
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🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)
🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/

🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast
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📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

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

Ever feel like your skin woke up one day and decided to do its own thing?
There’s a real shift happening in midlife, and for most women, it shows up right on the surface first. Skin starts to feel drier, duller, more reactive… and suddenly you’re stuck trying to decode a world of products, advice, and conflicting information that just makes everything more overwhelming. What actually moves the needle isn’t more steps or more products, it’s understanding what your skin needs now, how it’s changed, and how to support it in a way that’s simple, realistic, and effective.
I’m joined by Jess Iturzaeta, esthetician and founder of Simply Just Skincare, who has over 20 years of experience helping women cut through the noise and focus on what actually works from hydration and exfoliation to non-toxic products, Botox alternatives, and building a routine that fits real life.
If you’ve been feeling confused, overwhelmed, or like your skin has a mind of its own lately, this is the episode that will finally help it make sense. Listen Now!
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode overview
00:35 – Podcast intro
02:35 – Skincare philosophy
04:56 – Skin reflects internal health
06:15 – Exfoliation + hydration basics
07:35 – Simple skincare routine tips
10:38 – Minimal products that work
13:26 – Core routine breakdown
16:25 – Morning vs night routine
17:08 – Best exfoliation methods
19:51 – Clean skincare ingredients guide
26:59 – Expensive skincare truth
30:17 – SPF + sun exposure tips
36:45 – Botox alternatives explained
38:28 – Facial tape + hydration fixes
40:35 – Start simple before advanced
42:45 – Simply Jess skincare overview
Connect with Jess Iturzaeta:
You can use code PODCAST for 20% off the entire line:
www.simplyjessskincare.com
Website: www.simplyjessskincare.com
Instagram and TikTok: @simplyjessskincare
Podcast: https://simplyjessskincare.com/blogs/podcast
🔗 Links & Resources
🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227
(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)
🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)
🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/

🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout
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📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

If your body feels different lately and you can’t explain it, this will make sense.
You’re eating well, working out, trying harder than ever. Yet somehow your weight is still going up, your energy is dropping, and nothing is responding the way it used to. There’s a reason for that, and it’s not because you’re doing anything wrong. The real issue isn’t discipline… it’s that your body needs a different kind of support than it did before.
Once you understand these life-changing shifts that women go through in midlife, everything starts to make a lot more sense.
Tune in and I’ll walk you through a few simple shifts you can start making right away to support your body the way it actually needs now.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:39 - Midlife Series Introduction
01:30 - Why Body Feels Different
03:45 - Weight Gain Frustration Explained
06:30 - Health Debt Concept Explained
08:51 - Muscle Loss Slows Metabolism
09:30 - Cortisol Belly Trap
12:30 - Stress Makes Weight Worse
13:30 - Gut Microbiome Changes
15:00 - Gut Issues And Weight
17:47 - Mineral Depletion Effects
19:30 - Stop Punishing Your Body
22:22 - Take A Workout Break
23:30 - Rebuild Minerals And Hydration
24:59 - Why Testing Matters
26:30 - What’s Next In Series

🔗 Links & Resources
🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227
(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)
🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)
🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/

🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout
📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

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

Most women don't realize their bones have been changing long before anyone thinks to look.
While hormones, metabolism, and muscle are all affected by midlife shifts, bone is already responding to stress, nutrition, and estrogen in real time. What we've been told about bone loss starting "later" isn't just incomplete. It delays the very actions that could change the trajectory.
I'm joined by Dr. Ben Weitz, a functional medicine practitioner and sports chiropractor who rebuilt his own bone after a traumatic fracture using advanced nutrition, testing, and anabolic strategies. His clinical depth and personal experience make this one worth your time.
If you've ever thought bone health was something to worry about later, this will change that. Listen now.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
00:27 – Episode Introduction
02:32 – Guest Injury Story
06:45 – Bone Healing Protocol
10:00 – Calcium and Vitamin K
13:03 – Bone Drugs Explained
18:04 – Rehab and Recovery
20:20 – Bone Healing Success
22:17 – Key Bone Lab Tests
24:05 – DEXA Scan Explained
27:06 – When to Start Testing
27:34 – Best Bone Exercises
30:53 – Bone Building Myth
33:11 – Ballistic Training Explained
34:33 – Maintenance Strategy Basics
37:15 – Vitamin D Importance
39:23 – Minerals for Bone Health
42:02 – When to Retest
42:55 – Prevention Over Treatment
44:27 – Final Takeaways
Connect with Dr. Ben Weitz:
Clinic Phone Number: 310-395-3111
Website https://drweitz.com/
Rational Wellness Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rational-wellness-podcast/id1191232372
SocialsFacebook https://www.facebook.com/ben.weitz.12/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drbenweitz/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@weitzchiro
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/weitzchiro/

🔗 Links & Resources
🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227
(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)
🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)
🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/
🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout
📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

Why does your progress suddenly go backwards in midlife… even when you’re doing everything right?
If you’ve ever felt like things were finally working; your sleep, your energy, your routines and then suddenly it all slides backwards, you’re not alone. I’m unpacking why setbacks happen in this phase of life, especially during perimenopause, and why they’re actually a normal part of the process. We’ll look at what’s really driving these shifts from stress and hormone fluctuations to changes in your environment and nervous system, so you can stop questioning yourself every time things feel off. And I’ll walk you through how to navigate these moments without overdoing it, giving up, or falling into that “nothing works” spiral.
This is one of those episodes you’re going to want to come back to especially on the weeks where it feels like nothing is working. Tune in now!
Episode Timeline:
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:44 - Podcast Intro
01:30 - Real Life Setbacks Example
03:30 - Progress Is Not Linear
05:50 - Regression Is Normal
06:34 - Stress Disrupts Progress
08:20 - Hormone Rollercoaster Explained
11:30 - Environment Impacts Your Body
14:00 - Body Needs Recovery Phases
16:00 - Mindset Can Sabotage Progress
18:00 - Healing Happens In Phases
19:30 - Zoom Out And Assess
20:30 - Return To Foundations
21:30 - Reduce Pressure On Body
22:30 - Identify Hidden Stressors
23:30 - Stay Consistent Imperfectly
24:30 - Progress Requires Perspective

🔗 Links & Resources
🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227
(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)
🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)
🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/
🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout
📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough