Rethinking Menopause: Birth Control, Estrogen Types, and the New Reality of HRT in 2026

In this edition of Rebranding Menopause, host Ingrid Dodd speaks with OB/GYN and menopause specialist Dr. Stephanie McNally about the shifting conversation around hormone therapy in 2026.They explore why the black box warning has become outdated, the important differences between types of estrogen, how many women have unknowingly been on hormone replacement through birth control, and what this means for perimenopause and menopause care today.A calm, informed discussion for women seeking clarity on symptoms, options, and long-term wellbeing.