Why Midlife Women Are Being Failed by Healthcare with Shannon McDonald

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, I'm joined by Shannon McDonald for a conversation about the growing crisis in midlife women's health — and why so many women are being left unsupported, dismissed, and misunderstood by mainstream healthcare systems. We explore the reality that most midlife women are navigating complex hormonal, metabolic, emotional, and lifestyle changes with little meaningful guidance beyond quick fixes, rushed appointments, and symptom management. Shannon shares her holistic framework for supporting women through midlife, focusing on nourishment instead of restriction, building strength instead of shrinking, and creating sustainable health practices that support long-term wellbeing. We also dive into the rapidly growing use of GLP-1 medications, the dangers of under-eating and muscle loss, and why women need a far more informed and balanced conversation around weight, aging, and health. This episode is a reminder that midlife women deserve healthcare that sees the whole person, not just the symptoms.   🎙️ If this episode re sonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations.   ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561961137561 https://www.instagram.com/navigating_to_wellness/ Book a Call: https://forms.gle/PNnFzWBUtTKec4pE6   ✨ Connect with Jacqueline Rose 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram Follow Me: 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth 🌐 LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ 🏷️ Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 🔔 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/