Episode 3: "So… What Is Menopause and Why Didn’t Anyone Explain This Shit?"

Let’s be honest… most of us were never really taught what menopause actually is.We heard about hot flashes. Maybe mood swings. And that was about it.But nobody explained why your sleep changes, why your anxiety can spike, why your memory feels off, or why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar.In this episode, Angela and Nurse Practitioner LaTalya break menopause all the way down—what it is medically, what’s happening hormonally, and why your body can feel like it’s changing overnight.They also talk about why so many women are told they’re “fine” when they don’t feel fine—and what you can do about it.If you’ve been feeling off and can’t quite explain it, this conversation will make it make sense.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔ What menopause actually is (and why it’s only ONE day)✔ The difference between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause✔ What’s really happening hormonally in your body✔ Why estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone changes affect EVERYTHING✔ Why symptoms can feel random, intense, and confusing✔ The connection between menopause and anxiety, depression, and brain fog✔ Why blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar may increase✔ What postmenopausal health really looks like✔ Why so many doctors aren’t fully trained in menopause care✔ How to advocate for yourself when you know something isn’t rightAbout Us:Menopause HQ is a company dedicated to helping women understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and navigateperimenopause and post-menopause with confidence.  The podcast is co-hosted by Angela Black, MPH and LaTalya Louis, APRN, FNP-C.   LaTalya is an expert in women’s hormonal health. New episodes drop weekly! Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual health needs. Links: Podcast website (Get your Listener Starter Kit here):  https://www.themenopausehq.com/podcast New here? Start with a FREE Preview ofour  Menopause Symptom Tracker: https://www.themenopausehq.com  Shop T-shirts and Fun Menopause Merchandise:  https://www.themenopausehq.com/shop   The Final Flow Menopause and More:  https://www.thefinalflowmenopause.com Get a 6 Month Menopause Symptom Journal Tracker:  https://www.themenopausehq.com/journal Find a doctor in your area who is trained in menopausehere:  https://menopause.org  - Click on “patient education” Connect With Us: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=menopause%20hq Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/menopause.hq/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menopausehq?_r=1&_t=ZT-94ETTK72H8v Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MenopauseHQ/ Support This Podcast:Producing this podcast requires time, research, editing, hosting fees, and ongoing educational resources. If this podcast is helping you understand your body, advocate for yourself, or just feel less alone, and you’d like to support the work we’re doing, you can contribute through: Zelle:  [email protected] CashApp:  $menopausehqShare this episode with a friend. And subscribe so you don't miss future episodes!