You're Not Crazy! It's Perimenopause with Jenny Smith

About You're Not Crazy! It's Perimenopause with Jenny Smith

You’re Not Crazy, It’s Perimenopause is a real-talk podcast for women navigating the emotional and physical rollercoaster of midlife hormones. Hosted by Board-Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach Jenny Smith, this show helps you make sense of anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, brain fog, and the millions of other symptoms that often appear during perimenopause. Each week, we’ll blend education, encouragement, and simple, practical steps you can take to help you shift out of stress mode and into calm so you can feel like yourself again. If you’ve ever wondered, “What is happening to me?” you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not crazy. This is your space to feel heard and understood. You will walk away with a better understanding of your body and move through perimenopause with confidence to feel amazing in this season of life.

Publisher

Jenny Smith

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

26 Feb 2026

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

36 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   #35: Why Everyday Tasks Feel Harder in Perimenopause with Krisler Bailey

   Have you ever forgotten an important appointment, struggled to stay focused, or felt overwhelmed by things that used to come so easily? If you're in perimenopause, you may be wondering why you're suddenly feeling so scattered and forgetful. In this episode, Jenny welcomes executive function and wellness coach Krisler Bailey to talk about executive functioning and how perimenopause changes, along with the mental load of everyday life, can affect your ability to stay organized, manage your time, and get things done. Together, Jenny and Krisler share personal experiences and discuss the importance of finding systems that work for you, setting boundaries, asking for help, and learning to let go of some of the responsibilities we place on ourselves. You'll also walk away with practical ideas to help you be more focused, organized, and less overwhelmed. You don't have to do it all, and you certainly don't have to do it alone. The 14-Day Jumpstart: A Fall Reset is open for enrollment! We start Thursday, November 5th, 2026. If you're ready to get back to the basics and start feeling better, this reset is for you! Over 14 days, we'll focus on simple nutrition habits to help you manage cravings, improve your energy, and feel more like yourself again. Learn more and sign up here! https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/14dayjumpstart (https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/14dayjumpstart) Connect with Krisler Bailey here: Website: https://coachingwithkrisler.com/about/ (https://coachingwithkrisler.com/about/) Krisler’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachkrisler/ (https://www.instagram.com/coachkrisler/) https://www.instagram.com/professorkrisler/ (https://www.instagram.com/professorkrisler/) Download Krisler’s College Sleep Guide: https://coachingwithkrisler.kit.com/collegesleepguide (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__coachingwithkrisler.kit.com_collegesleepguide&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=tfcmBTL34BMV5nBMeETcrq--Q5ovBeSTR9DO3NIGn-s&m=-jOfwG6Mjru_e0PmFDO0cn8GWLwrJ_3SMhnrwE7g8pDJqYNSFEBlQuoW3xPkjLzi&s=034J6Gv7PncltPQsP_JzNA-Taj6GsKM3Mtt6y5m02TI&e=) Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/ (https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching (https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching) Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   #34: How to Find a Doctor Who Understands Perimenopause & Menopause

   Have you ever left a doctor's appointment feeling frustrated, dismissed, or like your concerns weren't taken seriously? Finding a healthcare provider who truly listens and understands what you're experiencing during perimenopause can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Jenny shares her personal experience finding doctors who were the right fit for her and why you may have more healthcare options than you realize. From conventional and functional medicine to naturopathic care, direct primary care, and paying out of pocket, Jenny breaks down the different options available and what to consider when choosing a provider. She also shares practical tips for finding a doctor who takes your concerns seriously, questions to ask before scheduling an appointment, and why advocating for yourself is so important. Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fix (https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fix) Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/ (https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching (https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching) Resources Mentioned in this Episode The Menopause Society (https://menopause.org/) — Menopause education and practitioner search Find an IFM Practitioner (https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner) — Functional medicine practitioner resources DPC Frontier (https://www.dpcfrontier.com/) — Information about direct primary care National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (https://www.nccih.nih.gov/) — Evidence-based information about complementary health approaches Needs assessment of menopause education in United States obstetrics and gynecology residency training programs (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37738034/) - research study mentioned in the episode Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

3. 

   6 Oct 2026

   #33: Bladder Leaks, Urgency & Painful Sex in Perimenopause with Kirsten DesMarais

   Have you suddenly noticed you're running to the bathroom more often, leaking when you sneeze or exercise, experiencing painful sex, or dealing with changes down there that you never had before? In this episode, Jenny sits down with Doctor of Physical Therapy and pelvic health specialist Dr. Kirsten DesMarais to talk about the pelvic and urinary changes that can show up during perimenopause and why changing hormones may be playing a bigger role than you realize. Kirsten talks about what happens to the pelvic floor and vaginal tissues as estrogen changes, why symptoms like urinary urgency, bladder leaks, discomfort, and painful sex can begin or return during this season, and why women shouldn't simply accept these changes as part of getting older. Kirsten also shares how pelvic health physical therapy, strength training, movement, and working with the right provider can help women feel stronger and more confident as they move through perimenopause and beyond. The Hormone Reset Project is open for enrollment! We start October 8th, 2026 If anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, poor sleep, or just not feeling like yourself have become your new normal in perimenopause, I want to help. Inside the Hormone Reset Project, I’ll walk you through the simple lifestyle habits that can help you feel better without overwhelming you with a million things to change. Enrollment is open now! Learn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/hrp (https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/hrp) Connect with Kirsten DesMarais here: Website: https://empowerorthoandpelvichealth.com/ (https://empowerorthoandpelvichealth.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstendesmaraisdpt/ (https://www.instagram.com/kirstendesmaraisdpt/) Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/ (https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching (https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching) Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

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