Jean Kittson (Part 2): Midlife, Money, Hormones and having a Libido for Yourself

In Part 2 of my conversation with Jean Kittson, we get into the real mechanics of midlife, beyond the punchlines (although there are still plenty of those).We talk about the juggle of full-time work, mortgages, and the mental load of budgeting in a phase of life that’s meant to feel “settled”… but often doesn’t. Jean shares her perspective on working in midlife; what shifts, what matters more, and what we’re no longer willing to tolerate.We dive into perimenopause. The symptoms you expect, the ones you don’t, and how the people around you might be experiencing it just as much as you are. From brain fog to rage to “is this just who I am now?”, we unpack the invisible ripple effects on family, relationships, and identity.Then we go there: HRT, longevity, and the idea of having a libido for yourself, not just sexually, but energetically, creatively, and personally. Why are men handed solutions like Viagra without question, while women still struggle to access testosterone? And what does that say about how we value women’s pleasure and wellbeing?We round things out with a refreshingly honest chat about sex, sex toys, and reclaiming desire in midlife, on your own terms.It’s smart, funny, slightly rebellious, and exactly the kind of conversation we should be having more of.Whether you are in perimenopause, approaching menopause, or simply trying to understand your hormones, I've got you.Read more about this episode at Medication Clarity Clinic, Kate's own medication education and telehealth consulting site: https://medicationclarity.com.auFollow Kate for more no-nonsense health education at @prescribeorpass on Instagram, Tiktok and Facebook.