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

Perimenopause doesn’t have to feel like a mystery you’re meant to “just push through.”

This conversation explores what’s really happening in midlife and why so many women feel stuck between symptoms and real solutions. I’m joined by integrative health practitioner Marnee Dejong as we unpack mold toxicity, gut dysfunction, mineral depletion, and why it’s almost never “just one thing” during this phase.

We talk about functional testing (GI-MAP, DUTCH, mineral analysis), the role of hormone replacement therapy, and the growing conversation around peptide therapy; what’s helpful, what’s hype, and what should make you pause. Most importantly, we break down why foundations come first, how to think strategically about advanced tools, and how to advocate for your health without getting swept up in trends.
If midlife feels louder than it used to, this conversation will steady you. Listen now.
Episode Timeline:
00:34 – Guest Introduction
02:17 – Mold Toxicity Journey
04:22 – Early Perimenopause Wake-Up
04:48 – It’s Never One Thing
05:38 – Healing Takes Time
08:00 – Six-Month Healing Reality
08:47 – Top Functional Tests
12:56 – Test, Don’t Guess
14:10 – HRT Access Challenges
18:01 – Optimizing HRT Dosing
20:30 – Foundations Before Prescriptions
21:25 – Peptide Therapy Awareness
24:06 – Safe Peptide Education
25:39 – Peptide Safety Considerations
28:50 – Ozempic Misconceptions
30:03 – GLP-1 Cultural Pressure
33:32 – Advocate For Yourself
37:38 – Where To Find Marnie
About Marnee Dejong:
Marnee Dejong is an Integrative Health Practitioner specializing in women's hormones over 35 and perimenopause. Teaching women how to support their hormones in midlife without the overwhelm. Perimenopause needs a different approach but one that is effective and realistic.
Connect with Marnee Dejong:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnee.dejong/
Web: www.marneedejongwellness.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarneeDejongWellness

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Are your peptides not working… or are your foundations actually shaky?
Peptides don’t override physiology; they amplify it. And that’s the reason why shaky foundations can also hold back your results. In this episode, we’re doing a loving but honest audit of why peptides stall in midlife women. I break down the seven (7) most common mistakes I see from poor sourcing and dosing errors to undereating, mineral depletion, gut dysfunction, stress, sleep issues, and training like it’s 2004. We also talk about why functional labs matter, why more isn’t better, and how to stop stacking protocols randomly and start being strategic with your body.
If you’re on peptides (or thinking about them) and want better results without guessing, this episode is your smarter starting point.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
00:51 – Podcast Intro
02:20 – Why Peptides Feel Stuck
04:35 – Peptides Amplify Physiology
05:45 – Mistake 1: Poor Sourcing
08:40 – Mistake 2: Minerals & Gut
11:55 – Mistake 3: Under Eating
14:01 – Mistake 4: Training Mistakes
17:40 – Mistake 5: Sleep & Stress
19:30 – Survival Mode Blocks Results
20:45 – Mistake 6: Dosing Errors
22:10 – Stacking Too Many Peptides
23:45 – Mistake 7: No Lab Review
24:50 – Why Functional Labs Matter
26:05 – Foundations Before Enhancements
27:21 – Next Steps + Hormone Support
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🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/
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Toxic overload is more common than you think.
In this conversation, I’m joined by board-certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Michele Scarlet. We unpack toxic overload and how it becomes the “cup that spills over” in perimenopause, triggering weight gain, brain fog, insomnia, hormonal chaos, and nervous system dysregulation.
Listen in and learn how to lower your toxic load without extreme cleanses, punishment, or fear.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
00:20 – Podcast Intro
03:52 – Michelle’s Breast Implant Story
06:06 – Rapid Weight Gain Truth
08:59 – Overflowing Toxic Cup
10:18 – How Detox Actually Works
13:29 – Liver Processes Everything
15:43 – First Steps: Food + Poop
18:31 – Pick Your Poison
19:45 – Daily Detox Habits
25:37 – Why Weight Drops Fast
28:00 – Nervous System As Toxin
31:13 – When Exercise Becomes Toxic
34:29 – Detox Done Wrong Risks
36:22 – Grace In Perimenopause
37:55 – Where to Connect with Michelle Scarlett
Connect with Michele Scarlet:
Website - https://www.michelescarlet.com/about
Instagram - @michelescarlet_
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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
📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout
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Connect with me:
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YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

When life feels chaotic, it’s easy to neglect your health. But your body is constantly sending signals that deserve attention.
In this episode, I share five key insights to help you protect your central nervous system and navigate the stress that comes with midlife. We’ll explore the importance of setting boundaries to prevent burnout, listening to your body’s needs so you can make decisions that nourish you, and learning from your triggers to break free from negative cycles.
We’ll also dive into how to recognize the signals your body is sending about stress and how to manage them, and I’ll guide you through the process of creating a more balanced, sustainable approach to health.
Tune in now to discover five powerful insights that will help you restore balance in midlife!
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
00:35 – Podcast Intro
03:26 – Protect Your Nervous System
06:40 – Set Boundaries Around Stress
08:45 – Acts Of Kindness Reset
09:15 – Burnout Changes Everything
11:50 – Foundations Before Optimization
12:30 – Listen To Your Body
15:40 – Learn From Your Triggers
18:20 – Stop The Spiral
19:45 – Why Survival Mode Happens
22:10 – Compassion For Your Body
24:20 – Six Human Needs Explained
26:40 – Growth And Contribution
28:43 - Finding Fulfillment in Chaos
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🌐 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
Connect with me:
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YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

Is midlife leaving you lost? Here’s how to find your way back
In today’s conversation with Karen Chong, we’re diving into the transformative power of frequency work, a simple but profound practice that can help you release the emotional blocks keeping you stuck. Karen explains how your energy plays a major role in shaping your life, from stress and health struggles to feeling out of sync in midlife. She shares real-life examples of how shifting your frequency can bring more peace, clarity, and alignment into your world.
If you’re curious about how energy work can shift your reality, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights you won’t want to miss.
Episode timeline:
00:02 - Welcome to the Podcast
01:03 - Karen's Journey from Crisis to Healing
05:38 - Discovering the Power of Frequency Work
09:17 - The Matrix Moment: Expanding Perception
14:33 - How Frequency Influences Your Physical Reality
16:39 - Shifting Your Energy for Transformation
19:18 - Releasing Distortion Patterns for Clarity
26:34 - The Link Between Frequency
28:31 - Redefining Perfection
35:25 - How Frequency Work Can Change Your Life
39:08 - Understanding the Impact of Timelines
44:52 - Exploring the Concept of Timelines
49:26 - Real-Life Changes Through Frequency Work
53:25 - How to Start Your Frequency Journey
57:03 - Closing Thoughts and Invitation
Connect with Karen Cheong:
Website: https://www.sphericalluminosity.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spherical_luminosity/ Go to instagram DM her Reboot111 Resonance reboot bundle FOR FREE (Normally $600)

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SphericalLuminosity
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SphericalLuminosity
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🌐 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