Women Mastering Midlife
Hosted by Victoria and Victoria Byrd and Vicky · Victoria Byrd
5.0from 21 ratings
- 132
- Episodes
- 103
- Transcribed
- 21
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2024
- First episode
About Women Mastering Midlife
Women Mastering Midlife is the podcast for women in their 40s and 50s who want real answers about what is happening inside their bodies, and the confidence to advocate for themselves in every room they walk into. Hosted by Victoria Byrd, a licensed pharmacist, certified menopause practitioner, and integrative health and wellness coach, this show bridges the gap between clinical medicine and lived experience. Victoria brings 20 years of pharmacy training alongside a deep commitment to integrative, evidence-based care for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the full arc of midlife transition. Each week, you will hear expert conversations and honest discussions covering: Hormones and HRT — what the evidence actually says about estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and the pharmacology of hormone therapy options Brain fog, cognition, and mood — the neuroscience of menopause and why your thinking and emotional life are changing Metabolism, weight, and body composition — how shifting hormones affect insulin sensitivity, cortisol, and fat distribution, and what to do about it with nutrition and movement that respects your midlife body Sleep — why it breaks down during perimenopause, what restores it, and why it matters for everything else Gut health and the estrobolome — the emerging science connecting your microbiome to hormone metabolism and inflammation Bone, cardiovascular, and long-term health — the conditions that accelerate after menopause, and the prevention strategies that actually make a difference Stress, nervous system regulation, and burnout — why high-achieving women in midlife are running on empty, and what sustainable recovery looks like Supplements, peptides, and emerging therapies — clear, unbiased clinical context so you can evaluate your options with a discerning eye Identity, relationships, and purpose — because midlife is not only a physiological transition; it is a reorientation of how you see yourself and what you want Guests have included functional medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, registered dietitians, strength coaches, pharmacists, psychologists, and women who are simply in the thick of it, offering perspectives as varied as the experience of midlife itself. This podcast does not traffic in fear, wellness hype, or quick fixes. The goal is for you to leave every episode feeling more informed, less alone, and more capable of making decisions that are right for your body, your history, and your life. Women Mastering Midlife is proud to be ranked in the Goodpods Top 100 in both Medicine and Health & Fitness. New episodes release biweekly. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Visit womenmasteringmidlife.com for free guides, coaching, and community. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute personalized medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for decisions related to your health.
- Publisher
- Victoria Byrd
- Category
- health & fitness · health & fitness · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 1 May 2024
- Latest episode
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest episodes
103 of 132 episodes have a transcript.
2 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
121. Breast Cancer, Medical Menopause, and Whole-Person Healing with Sue Weldon of Unite for HER
26 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
120. Menopause Skin Changes Explained: Retinol, Estrogen Face Cream, and Sunscreen with Dermatologist Dr. Corinne Erickson
19 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
119. World Osteoporosis Day: Protecting Your Bones in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Jenny Han, PharmD
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121. Breast Cancer, Medical Menopause, and Whole-Person Healing with Sue Weldon of Unite for HER
Published 2 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And when you are struggling with financial means and then you have a diagnosis on top of it and you have to figure out how to even make a choice between putting food on the table or having transportation to get to your chemotherapy appointments. That is not a choice anyone should make. […]
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- Sue Weldon
- Corinne Erickson
- Jenny Han
- Ashley Koff
- Dr Sara Berg
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- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 5.0 / 5
- 16 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100
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- Quality
- 81
- Social presence
- 97
- YouTube
- 0
- Engagement
- 51
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Who hosts Women Mastering Midlife?
Victoria and Victoria Byrd and Vicky host the show. Published by Victoria Byrd.
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