Thriving through Midlife, Perimenopause and Menopause Blog

Why Vasomotor Symptoms Are More Than Just “Hot Flashes”

Why Vasomotor Symptoms Are More Than Just “Hot Flashes”

Why Vasomotor Symptoms Are More Than Just “Hot Flashes”Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 12/08/2025

Why Vasomotor Symptoms Are More Than Just “Hot Flashes”

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
Midlife Lab Tests: What Women Really Need to Check

Midlife Lab Tests: What Women Really Need to Check

Midlife Lab Tests: What Women Really Need to CheckDr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 29/07/2025

Understand the lab tests that actually matter in midlife. This guide breaks down key hormone, thyroid, and metabolic labs—what they mean, why they matter, and how to use them to feel your best.

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
Midlife, Myths & Mojo: The Truth About Sexual Health After 40

Midlife, Myths & Mojo: The Truth About Sexual Health After 40

Midlife, Myths & Mojo: The Truth About Sexual Health After 40Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 15/07/2025

Intimacy after 40 doesn’t have to fade. Bust the biggest myths about midlife sexual health—and learn how to reclaim pleasure, connection, and confidence in this bold season.

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
Is This Perimenopause or Just Stress?

Is This Perimenopause or Just Stress?

Is This Perimenopause or Just Stress?Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 29/04/2025

If you’re over 35 and feeling tired, moody, anxious, forgetful, or like your body has changed without warning… you might be wondering: Is this just stress? Or could it be perimenopause?

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
How Long Does Hormone Therapy Take to Work?

How Long Does Hormone Therapy Take to Work?

How Long Does Hormone Therapy Take to Work?Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 25/04/2025

You start hormone therapy and hope for relief—but when will it kick in? Is it working? Should it feel different by now? These are some of the most common (and valid!) questions I get from patients. So let’s break it down clearly and realistically.

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
What Every Woman Deserves to Know About Midlife Health

What Every Woman Deserves to Know About Midlife Health

What Every Woman Deserves to Know About Midlife HealthDr. Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP
Published on: 25/04/2025

Midlife health isn't just about managing menopause symptoms. It's about redefining what health looks like for women ages 35 to 55 and beyond. Perimenopause is a clinical diagnosis, and it’s time healthcare treated it that way

Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms