It's Not You. It's Your Hormones…And Menopause Is Why.

What if the mood swings, the sleepless nights, the sudden irritation, and the loss of joy aren't signs that something is wrong with you…but signals that your biology is quietly staging a dramatic takeover? Kate Mason sits down with Dr. Joanna Bruce, GP of over 25 years, clinical director of Myma Health, and passionate advocate for women's hormonal wellbeing, to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause. Together they unpack why this decade-long hormonal shift is so often missed, dismissed, or misdiagnosed, and what women (and the people who love them) can actually do about it. From understanding the science of estrogen and progesterone fluctuation to debunking the damaging 2002 WHI study on HRT, this empowering conversation gives parents and partners the insight they need to understand what's really going on… in their bodies, their relationships, and their homes. Listen For2:00 What does the history of menopause research tell us about why women have been so underserved?8:20 How do you distinguish perimenopause symptoms from everyday exhaustion and stress?11:00 What are the early signs of perimenopause that women most commonly overlook?16:55 Is HRT actually safe, and why has the fear around it lasted more than two decades?25:10 What practical steps should women take if they think they are entering perimenopause? Leave a rating/review for this podcastwith one click  Connect with guest: Dr Joanna Bruce, GP & Clinical Director, Myma HealthWebsite | LinkedIn | Instagram Contact Kate:Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X