I Don’t Feel Like Myself: Midlife, Marriage, and Hope | Guest: Dr. Tricia McLelland

What happens when midlife, menopause, hormones, stress, sleep, and marriage all collide?On this episode of Marriage on the Daily, Julie B. sits down with Dr. Tricia McClelland, a board-certified OB-GYN with nearly 30 years of experience helping women navigate midlife and menopause with clarity, hope, and practical wisdom.This conversation is important for women in midlife, women who aren’t there yet, and the husbands who love them. Dr. Tricia explains why so many women reach a season where they say, “I don’t feel like myself,” and how symptoms like fatigue, irritability, brain fog, weight gain, sleep struggles, mood changes, and stress intolerance can impact not only a woman’s health, but also her marriage.Together, Julie and Dr. Tricia discuss:• Why midlife and menopause can feel so confusing• How physical symptoms can affect emotional connection in marriage• Why quick fixes often don’t work for every woman• The importance of paying attention to your body’s signals• How nutrition, sleep, stress, blood sugar, hormones, and lifestyle are connected• Why husbands can become part of the solution instead of feeling like part of the problem• How women can create space, set boundaries, and care for themselves without guilt• Practical questions that can help you start each day with more awareness and intentionDr. Tricia also shares why self-care is not selfish—it’s caring for the one person you have to offer your spouse, your family, and the people around you.If you’ve ever felt like your body, emotions, or energy are changing and you don’t know what to do, this episode will help you feel seen, encouraged, and hopeful. There are real steps you can take, and understanding what’s happening beneath the surface can make a powerful difference in your health and your marriage.Because when you feel better, your relationships can get better too.