Episode 68: "You are not broken" a conversation about women's health with Laura Brown

“You are not broken”This was the statement Laura wanted to make sure to get across during our discussion for Episode 68.I had the pleasure of sitting down with Laura Brown, a board-certified women's health nurse practitioner, about women's health, menopause, and hormone therapy.Laura shared her journey to opening Sapphire Women's Healthcare and talked alot about the misconceptions surrounding estrogen and its importance in women's health.In our conversation Laura covered the stages of menopause, the role of testosterone, and how women can advocate for their health.The conversation hit some hugely important points.Talking about the different stages of menopause, the role of testosterone for women, and most importantly, Laura gave a lot of important tips on how women can advocate for themselves when talking with their doctors.Beauty and the beast episode 68 is live!Laura Brown is a board-certified women's health nurse practitioner.Sapphire Women's Healthcare focuses on perimenopause and menopause care.Estrogen has been demonized due to misinformation from the Women's Health Initiative.Menopause is a natural process that affects every woman who lives long enough.Women often experience a range of symptoms during perimenopause and menopause.Testosterone can be beneficial for women, especially regarding libido and mood.Advocating for women's health is crucial, as many providers lack training in this area.Self-care is essential and should focus on what truly recharges and restores individuals.Education on menopause and women's health is vital for both women and their partners.Women should feel empowered to seek the care they deserve.Resources mentioned in the episode​Find a menopause informed provider​​Sapphire womens healthcare website​​Follow Laura on Instagram​Chapters00:00 Introduction to Women's Health and Menopause01:01 Laura's Journey to Sapphire Women's Healthcare04:43 Understanding Estrogen and Its Misconceptions11:29 Stages of Menopause: Perimenopause to Postmenopause22:01 Symptoms and Treatment Options for Menopause30:50 The Role of Testosterone in Women's Health31:49 Understanding Hormonal Changes and Their Impact32:00 Off-Label Uses of Hormones33:51 The Role of Testosterone in Women's Health36:17 Navigating Menopause: Empowering Women with Knowledge38:34 Advocating for Women's Health in Clinical Settings44:31 Supporting Women: A Man's Perspective53:18 Investing in Health: Lifestyle Changes for Women