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In this episode of The Pause Pod, I chat with Lauren A. Tetenbaum, a licensed therapist and author of Millennial Menopause.
Lauren shares her journey from law to women’s health advocacy, discusses the mental health challenges of menopause, and highlights the need for better education and support for millennials.
We explore systemic healthcare issues, workplace policy changes, and the importance of self-care.
Lauren also offers practical advice for women navigating menopause and introduces her new book as a supportive, empowering guide for millennials facing this life transition.
Take a grounding breath and settle in for this convo.
Let’s Connect, Perimenopause and Prosper!
In this episode:
00:00:00: Episode Trailer
00:01:20: Guest Introduction and Background
Introduction of Lauren.
00:02:32: A Bit About Lauren’s Journey
Lauren shares her personal and professional journey, including her transition from law to therapy and focus on menopause.
00:03:40: About the Book: Content and Approach
Description of the book’s content, research, expert interviews, and focus on mental health and workplace issues.
00:04:26: Merging Law and Therapy for Advocacy
Lauren discusses how her legal and therapy backgrounds merge to support women’s health advocacy.
00:06:48: Personal Menopause Story
Lauren shares her own perimenopause experience, symptoms, and treatment choices.
00:09:12: Realization and Motivation to Write
Lauren describes the moment menopause became her focus and the lack of information she encountered.
00:10:49: Conversations with Friends and Breaking the Silence
Lauren talks about normalizing menopause discussions among friends and the importance of sharing experiences.
00:11:56: Impactful Stories from Research
A specific story from a colleague that highlighted the mental health impact of menopause.
00:13:00: Mental Health and Menopause
Discussion on the mental health challenges during menopause and advice for women feeling overwhelmed.
00:15:18: Target Audience and Book’s Purpose
Clarification on who the book is for—millennial women and those who support them.
00:16:53: Empowerment and Not Feeling Alone
Lauren’s hope that readers feel supported, empowered, and equipped to advocate for themselves.
00:18:15: Systemic Change in Healthcare
Discussion on the need for better provider education, policy changes, and reducing bias in healthcare.
00:20:38: Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare
Practical advice for women on advocating for themselves in medical settings and finding supportive providers.
00:22:11: Favorite Book Chapters and Future Plans
Lauren shares her favorite chapters (men’s involvement, workplace policies) and plans for promoting the book.
00:25:06: Self-Care Rituals
Lauren’s personal self-care practices: yoga, massages, and setting boundaries for wellbeing.
00:26:19: Magic Button Hypothetical Question
Lauren imagines the impact if women instantly understood their bodies, leading to self-assurance and positive change.
00:28:00: How to Connect and Get the Book
Lauren shares how listeners can connect with her and where to find the book.
00:28:27: Closing Remarks
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Additional Resources For Support:
Join The Menopause Lab: A six-week course for people experiencing menopause
Take the Menopause Quiz: Find out if you might be experiencing (peri)menopause
Menopause blog posts: Various posts about the menopausal phase
The symptoms checklist: A checklist with over forty symptoms you can check off
The menopause question list: A list of questions to ask your healthcare partner
The Pause Pod Community: Private Online Community. Click the link to Join.
I am by no means a medical professional. I am a Licensed and certified Biology/Health teacher/educator and award-winning beauty/wellness founder. Any information shared on this and future podcasts is my point of view or that of the guests. Please consult with your primary care partner for advice and treatments for your health and well-being. Please read the entire disclaimer Here.
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