Own Your Midlife Podcast: Hormones, Perimenopause & Reinvention for Women 40+

About Own Your Midlife Podcast: Hormones, Perimenopause & Reinvention for Women 40+

Own Your Midlife is a podcast for women in their 40s+ navigating midlife transitions, perimenopause, changing hormones, career pivots, and the deep desire for reinvention. It's a space for heartfelt conversations about confidence, clarity, identity, and all the messy, beautiful shifts that happen in this season of life. Host Susie McLean sits down with inspiring guests and shares real stories, practical tools, and gentle nudges that help you reconnect with your voice, trust your intuition, and take the next small step toward a life that feels true to you. If you've ever thought "I'm not where I expected to be," or wondered what's next for you, you're not alone. This podcast supports women who want to show up for themselves, feel better in their bodies, understand their changing hormones, rebuild confidence, and create a fulfilling second act. So grab your earbuds, settle in, and let's navigate this season together.

Publisher

Susie McLean

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Nov 2025

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

51 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Goal Setting in Midlife | Start the One Thing You Keep Putting Off

   &:first-child]:mt-0 [li>&:last-child]:mb-0"> *:first-child>&]:pt-0 [li>*:last-child>&]:pb-0 whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words"> &:first-child]:mt-0 [li>&:last-child]:mb-0"> *:first-child>&]:pt-0 [li>*:last-child>&]:pb-0 whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words"> Is there something you've wanted to do for years, but keep putting off? In Episode 50 of Own Your Midlife, I'm sharing what releasing a new podcast episode every week has taught me about goal setting in midlife staying consistent, and following through when life gets busy. &:first-child]:mt-0 [li>&:last-child]:mb-0"> *:first-child>&]:pt-0 [li>*:last-child>&]:pb-0 whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words"> In this solo episode, I'm encouraging you to choose one thing that matters to you now and think honestly about what you're willing to consistently do to make it happen. You don't have to wait until January to start. &:first-child]:mt-0 [li>&:last-child]:mb-0"> *:first-child>&]:pt-0 [li>*:last-child>&]:pb-0 whitespace-pre-wrap u-break-words"> In this episode: Giving yourself permission to rethink goals that no longer fit. Why making a commitment is different from feeling motivated. Considering the everyday work behind the outcome you want. Choosing one meaningful goal instead of making another long list. How keeping small commitments can help you build trust in yourself. &:first-child]:mt-0 [li>&:last-child]:mb-0"> And here's something to think about. What could your life look like a year from now if you finally gave yourself a chance to do that one thing you've been putting off? You don't have to have everything figured out. Sometimes it starts with one small commitment to yourself. I'd love to hear what that one thing is for you! Connect with me on Instagram at @susiemclean.xo or email me at ownyourmidlifepodcast@gmail.com. Website: www.susiemclean.com

2. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Why We Feel So Disconnected and How to Reconnect with Dr. Jody Carrington

   Are you feeling constantly overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from the people around you... even when your daily life is packed with activity? Do you find yourself pulling away when you need support the most, or wondering why staying connected feels like so much work in this season of life? In this episode of Own Your Midlife, I sit down with clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and champion for human connection, Dr. Jody Carrington. We dive into why so many women in midlife are experiencing unprecedented levels of burnout and loneliness, and why burnout is fundamentally a connection problem, not a personal failure. Jody explains what it means to "come home to ourselves" when we are bone-tired and carrying the emotional weight of children, partners, and aging parents. We talk about the simple, micro-dosing resets that regulate our nervous system, why true connection is our greatest commodity in an increasingly digital world, and the life-changing power of making someone feel genuinely seen. In this episode, we talk about: Burnout as a Connection Problem: Why we are more burnt out than ever despite having constant digital access and mental health awareness. Coming Home to Yourself: Practical, micro-dosing nervous system resets (including physiological sighs and jaw relaxation) to calm your body when you're overwhelmed. Why We Pull Away When We're Struggling: Understanding the neurobiology of isolation and how to build authentic, supportive villages in midlife. The Power of Feeling Seen: How simple, genuine human interactions can save lives and restore our access to the best parts of ourselves. Protecting Your Energy at Night: Why swapping phone screens for physical books transforms sleep and reduces daily cortisol spikes. You don't need a complete life overhaul to feel like yourself again—sometimes it just starts with a single breath and a small moment of grace. If this conversation resonated with you, please share it with a friend or a woman in your life who needs a reminder that she isn't alone. Connect with Dr. Jody Carrington: Website: drjodycarrington.com (http://drjodycarrington.com/) Instagram: @drjodycarrington Connect with Me: Website: susiemclean.com (http://susiemclean.com/) Instagram: @susiemclean.xo Email: ownyourmidlifepodcast@gmail.com (mailto:ownyourmidlifepodcast@gmail.com)

3. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Genetic Testing in Midlife. What Your DNA Can Tell You About Your Health | Natalie Samson

   If a health condition runs in your family, does that mean it's your future, too? And what could genetic testing actually tell you about your health in midlife? In this episode, I'm joined by Natalie Samson, a board-certified genetic counselor and founder of Golden Genetics, to explore how our genes affect our health and where testing might fit into the changes we experience in our 40s and beyond. We talk about the connection between genetics, nutrition, and supplements, what to know about your family's health history, and how to understand a result that reveals an increased risk. Natalie also explains what testing can't tell us and what to look into before buying an at-home DNA test. If you want to better understand your body and take a more proactive approach to your health, this conversation offers a starting point for asking informed questions. Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneticswithnatalie/ Golden Genetics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldengeneticshealth/ Website: https://www.goldengeneticshealth.com/ Book a Logistics call with Natalie: https://www.goldengeneticshealth.com/book-a-discovery-call-1 Histamine Intolerance and genetic testing for Histamine: https://form.typeform.com/to/PybdzItV Natalie's 4P Framework Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/RkvZ32qV Connect with Susie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemclean.xo Website: www.susiemclean.com Email: ownyourmidlifepodcast@gmail.com

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

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