Ep 49: Perimenopause, Chore (fore)Play, and Why Your Hormones Are Running Your Calendar with Dr. Tiffany Ruder

Send us Fan MailIf you've ever felt like your energy, mood, and motivation change week to week — they do, and there's a reason. This week I'm joined by Tiffany Ruder, perimenopause pharmacist and hormone health coach (@optimizeherpharmacist), and she is changing the way I think about my body, my cycle, and my marriage.We get into everything: what perimenopause actually is (and why it starts earlier than you think), how to use your cycle to schedule your biggest career moves, why your libido has everything to do with your to-do list, and the term "chore play" that I will be using for the rest of my life.If you're a working mom in your 30s or 40s who has ever wondered why some weeks you feel unstoppable and other weeks you can barely function — this episode is for you.And if you are catching this before June 29th, 2026 - Click below to join Tiffanys FREE Masterclass:Normal Labs. No Energy. Now What?In this episode:What perimenopause actually is and when it startsCycle syncing: how to schedule your biggest asks, meetings, and creative work around your hormonesChore play — why taking something off her list gets you on her listThe invisible labor connection to libido (yes, really)The saguaro cactus and the most beautiful metaphor for a woman's growth I've ever heardConnect with Tiffany: @optimizeherpharmacist If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going: Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?)Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom