About Pause, Please! The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook
Welcome to Pause, Please!, the podcast that empowers you to navigate the journey of perimenopause with confidence, knowledge, and a sense of humor. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner specializing in women's health and hormones, this show is your go-to resource for understanding and thriving through the unique challenges and transformations of perimenopause.
In each episode, Dr. Kinnon dives deep into the symptoms, treatments, and lifestyle changes that can make this transitional period not just manageable but truly empowering. From hot flashes and mood swings to brain fog and weight shifts, we cover it all with expert insights, practical advice, and a touch of wit. You'll hear from leading experts in the field, as well as real women sharing their stories and strategies for success.
Whether you're just starting to experience the first signs of perimenopause or are well into your journey, Pause, Please! is here to help you reclaim your vitality, balance your hormones, and embrace this stage of life with enthusiasm. Tune in to discover how you can transform perimenopause from a pause into a powerful new chapter.
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40, Focused, and Flashing: Reclaiming Your Health Before Your Cycle Changes
In this revelatory episode of Pause, Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook, Dr. Sarah Kinnon—a licensed naturopathic doctor and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner—shatters the long-standing medical myth that perimenopause only begins when your period gets "weird." For decades, the clinical gold standard has relied on cycle irregularity as the primary diagnostic tool, leaving millions of women in their early 40s dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told their symptoms are "just stress." Dr...
6 Apr 2026
The Brain Fog Fix: Why Perimenopause Feels Like Early Dementia
Pause, Please is the definitive audio guide for high-achieving women navigating the complex biological shifts of perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Dr. Sarah Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, this podcast cuts through confusing "biohack" trends and late-night Google searches to deliver rigorous, evidence-based medical insights. Dr. Kinnon transforms the narrative of the "change" from a period of frustrating decline into a powerful chap...
5 Feb 2026
Perimenopause & Performance: Why Your Edge Feels Different (and How to Get it Back)
In this enlightening episode, Dr. Sara Kinnon, ND, sits down with PhD and strength and conditioning expert Dr. Ainslie to dismantle the pervasive myth that midlife is a period of inevitable decline. Drawing from their shared history in the world of CrossFit and professional athletics, the two experts bridge the gap between academic research and lived experience. Listeners will gain a deep understanding of why the body feels "sluggish" during perimenopause and menopause, and more importantly, ...
22 Dec 2025
The Invisible Impact: Why Perimenopause Anxiety and Irritability Are Not Just Stress
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" dives into the invisible, yet profound, impact of hormonal shifts on women's mental health and cognitive function. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode validates the common experience of increased anxiety, irritability, emotional reactivity, and even sudden onset of ADHD symptoms during perimenopause. Dr. Kinnon breaks down the hormonal neuroscience, explaining how de...
8 Dec 2025
The Hormone Testing Lie: Why You Don't Need a Dutch Test to Diagnose Perimenopause
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" cuts through the hype and consumer confusion surrounding hormone testing for perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode delivers clarity on when hormone testing is genuinely useful and when it is merely a costly diagnostic shortcut. Dr. Kinnon addresses the current trend of influencers promoting expensive mail-away kits and debunks the ...
3 Nov 2025
Hormones vs. Aging: How to Tell If It's Perimenopause or Just Midlife Weight Gain
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" addresses the overwhelming noise and confusion surrounding menopause in popular culture, helping women distinguish between hype, misinformation, and clinical reality. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode dives into the crucial question: "Is this just aging or is it my hormones?" Dr. Kinnon unpacks a range of common midlife symptoms, including unexplained weig...
14 Jul 2025
My MHT Journey: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" offers a deeply personal yet scientifically grounded look at Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), formerly known as HRT. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode goes beyond a typical explainer, sharing Dr. Kinnon's own journey of recognizing her perimenopausal symptoms—from inexplicable anxiety and brain fog to disrupted sleep and changing periods—despite living a healthy l...
4 Jun 2025
The Fatigue Fix: Reclaiming Your Energy in Perimenopause
Dr. Sara Kinnon, a naturopathic physician, explores the complex interplay of burnout and hormonal changes that cause fatigue in perimenopausal women, in this interview episode.
20 May 2025
Menopause & Longevity: What You Do Now Shapes Your Next 30 Years
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" shifts the conversation around menopause from short-term symptoms to long-term longevity. Hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and Menopause Society certified practitioner, this episode emphasizes that what women do during perimenopause profoundly shapes their health for the next 30 to 40 years. It highlights menopause as a biological turning point where the loss of ovarian hormones, especially estrogen, impacts vita...
21 Apr 2025
The Perimenopause Brain: Unraveling the Emotional Rollercoaster
"Pause Please: The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook" delves into the often-overlooked emotional rollercoaster of perimenopause. Dr. Sarah Kinnon, a naturopathic physician and menopause society certified practitioner, sheds light on why women experience heightened mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and even panic during this transitional time, often even before their periods become irregular. Listeners will learn about the intricate connection between fluctuating hormones like estrogen and pr...
28 Mar 2025
Midlife Metabolism: Unlocking Weight Loss After 40
Perimenopause and menopause can bring frustrating weight changes, but it's not simply "getting older." Hormonal shifts, particularly declining estrogen, play a significant role, impacting metabolism, fat storage, and hunger cues. This post dives into why this happens, explaining how estrogen affects muscle mass, fat distribution, and insulin resistance, and how these changes contribute to weight gain. It also debunks the idea that it's all about willpower. Instead of focusing on quick fixes, ...
25 Feb 2025
Menopause and Heart Health: Understanding Your Risks and Taking Control
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Kinnon, a naturopathic physician and certified menopause practitioner, explores the often-overlooked connection between menopause and heart health. She discusses how menopause can accelerate heart disease risk, the most effective evidence-based prevention strategies, and what you need to know about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and heart health. Key Takeaways: Menopause as a Cardiovascular Event: Dr. Kinnon explains how the hormonal changes of menopause can incr...
10 Feb 2025
Sleepless Nights? Menopause & The Quest for Restful Sleep
Tired of tossing and turning? This episode of "Pause Please" offers hope for restful nights. Dr. Sara Kinnon explores the connection between menopause and sleep disturbances, explaining how hormonal shifts, hot flashes, and mood changes can disrupt your sleep patterns. She also discusses the benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and how both estrogen and progesterone can positively impact sleep quality, particularly when estrogen is delivered transdermally. But that's not all! Dr. Kin...
27 Dec 2024
Your Toolbox for Menopause: Non-Hormonal Strategies That Work
Menopause is a unique journey, and the choices you make about your health should reflect that. In this episode of "Pause Please," Dr. Sara Kinnon empowers women to explore non-hormonal options for managing their menopause symptoms. She discusses various alternatives, including medications, therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnosis, and lifestyle modifications. Dr. Kinnon also provides valuable insights into supplements that can support bone health, mood balance, and sleep quali...
8 Dec 2024
Hormone Therapy & Menopause: A Balanced Approach
Dr. Sara Kinnon shares evidence-based insights on Menopausal Hormone Therapy, dispelling myths and providing a balanced approach to managing hot flashes, bone health, and cardiovascular disease concerns.
25 Nov 2024
Is it Perimenopause? Decoding Your Body's Signals
Dr. Sara Kinnon demystifies perimenopause, guiding listeners to recognize early signs, understand hormonal fluctuations, and navigate this transformative stage of life.
11 Nov 2024
Pause Please: Navigating Menopause with Dr. Sara
"Pause Please" invites you to a candid conversation about menopause, hosted by Dr. Sara Kinnon, a naturopathic physician who believes in the power of integrative medicine and personalized care. Inspired by her own experiences navigating chronic illness and seeking answers beyond conventional treatments, Dr. Kinnon offers a refreshing perspective on aging and hormonal health.This podcast is a safe space for women to explore the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of menopause, debunk myths...
4 Nov 2024
Welcome to Pause, Please!
Welcome to Pause, Please! The Empowered Perimenopause Playbook. I'm your host, Dr. Sara Kinnon, a licensed naturopathic physician and Certified Menopause Society Practitioner focusing on women's health and hormones. If you're navigating the twists and turns of perimenopause, you're in the right place.Here on Pause, Please!, we're all about empowering you to understand and thrive through this transformational stage of life. From hot flashes and mood swings to brain fog and weight shifts, ...
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