Are You in Perimenopause? Signs, Hormones & Real Solutions with Jen McCormick, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

In this episode, I sit down with one of my childhood besties of over two decades, Jen McCormick, a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in perimenopause, menopause, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Jen opens up about the personal experience that inspired her to focus on women’s hormonal health — her postpartum journey after her second son and the hormonal shifts that revealed major gaps in care for perimenopausal and menopausal women.Together, we cover everything you need to know about navigating hormonal change with confidence and clarity:What perimenopause really is — and when it startsThe key hormones involved (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) and how they impact mood, sleep, metabolism & libidoThe most common signs and symptoms of perimenopauseWhat bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is, who it’s for, and how it differs from traditional HRTThe different methods of BHRT delivery (creams, pellets, oral, etc.) and how to find the right dose for youWhy transparency with your provider is key for balancing hormones safely and effectivelyWhether you’re in your late 30s, 40s, or beyond, this episode will help you better understand your hormones and empower you to take charge of your health during the perimenopausal transition. Psst: Send this to a girlfriend who may need to hear this!See below for resources to get in touch with Jen: RESOURCES:You can find Jen on instagram at @that_np_jen To book a consult with Jen: https://alignyogaandwellness.com/empowher-np Other menopausal resources Jen mentions in this episode: Dr. Heather Hirsch @heatherhirschmdDr. Mary Clair Haver  @drmaryclaire  Looking for a hyperbaric oxygen chamber rental? Check out Affordably Hyperbaric Solutions. Mention the code "Jamie5" for 5% off a monthly rental. Support the podcast and my healing journey directly: https://gofund.me/39f585f4