Pause and Laughter

About Pause and Laughter

Pause and Laughter is the podcast that takes the misery and a good amount of mystery out of menopause. Hosted by producer and voice over artist Tabitha Onofri and scientist/researcher Amy Piacentino, each episode blends real talk with laughter as they swap personal stories dealing with the change. Along the way, they test out products and treatments, compare notes on what helps, and speak with a diverse lineup of guests to share their experience and knowledge. Honest, funny, and refreshingly relatable, PAL reminds you that the transition doesn't have to be faced without a sense of humor.

Publisher

Pauseandlaughter

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Jan 2026

Latest episode

21 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

28 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Sept 2026

   #28 The 5 Blood Tests Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Understand

   When getting bloodwork done, do you know what the numbers mean — or do you just nod when your doctor mentions them? In this episode, Tabitha and Amy break down FIVE necessary blood tests you need to request at your next physical and how to interpret the numbers. They dig into all five tests — A1C, CRP, triglycerides, GFR and homocysteine — covering everything from prediabetes and inflammation to kidney function, blood clots, and stroke risk. Along the way, Tabitha shares an unfortunate story about a friend who was forced to sleep in a hospital waiting room, twenty feet from an empty bed, because insurance wouldn't cover it. Plus, a laugh-out-loud detour into Trapper Keepers and building your own health binder. 00:27 — Tabitha's story: friend forced to sleep in waiting room after insurance wouldn't cover to stay in NICU 04:07 — Test 1: A1C — what it measures, 10:26 — Test 2: CRP (and HS-CRP) — the "internal smoke alarm," inflammation, cardiac health, 13:27 — Test 3: Triglycerides — normal/borderline/high ranges, estrogen's role, metabolic syndrome, heart disease/stroke risk 18:03 — Test 4: GFR — kidney filtration function, normal range (90+), chronic kidney disease risk below 60 18:18 — Health binders / Trapper Keepers 21:35 — Fasting requirements recap (A1C doesn't require fasting, triglycerides does) 24:09 — Test 5: Homocysteine — soft tissue/collagen damage, blood clot and stroke risk, normal range (5–15), B12's role, MTHFR genetic factor

2. 

   1 Sept 2026

   # 27 Earth, Water, or Stone? Which Body Type Are You - and How to Work With It

   Did you know that in Chinese medicine, there are three distinct body types—Earth, Water, and Stone? In this episode, Tabitha and Amy dive into the fascinating world of Eastern medicine and how each body type, may influence your physical and emotional health, particularly during perimenopause. They discuss the role of chi and energy flow, how acupuncture and cupping work, and the potential benefits of these holistic approaches. The ladies also share personal experiences and practical tips, from grounding techniques and changing your energy flow, which connects your body type and perimenopause symptoms. 02:14 Exploring Eastern Medicine and Body Types 06:52 The Three Main Body Types in Chinese Medicine 10:20 Features and Traits of Earth Body Type 12:03 Water Body Type: Features and Symptoms 14:11 Stone/Metal Body Type and Its Characteristics 16:41 Impact of Body Types on Perimenopause Symptoms 20:01 Grounding Techniques and Lifestyle Tips 28:25 Determining Your Body Type and Personal Insights 36:37 Final Thoughts on Chinese Medicine Body Types

3. 

   24 Aug 2026

   #26 Meno Stuck Feeling? 4 Supplements You Don’t Know About To Bring You Back to YOURSELF. Science Answers & Healing to the Rescue!

   Tired of not feeling like yourself and struggling with low energy and sluggishness? In this episode, Tabitha and Amy explore FOUR advanced supplements that may tackle some of the factors behind these symptoms, including bile salts, HCL (hydrochloric acid), HPA/adrenal support, and ferrous bisglycinate. The ladies break down the unique role each supplement plays and how they may support overall health, energy, and well-being. Key Topics Bile and its role in detoxification and hormone regulation The importance of HPA axis health during menopause Stomach acid and its impact on digestion and reflux Ferritin and iron levels as red flags for health Chapters 01:52 - Understanding bile and its importance in detoxification 08:07-How bile sludge affects hormone balance and energy 12:02- The role of bile salts in improving digestion and detox 16:00- Right shoulder pain and its link to gallbladder health 16:52- What is the HPA axis and why it matters 18:57- Supporting adrenal health with supplements 23:02- The importance of stomach acid and HCL supplements 25:05- Ferritin and iron levels as health indicators

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings