Supporting Women in Perimenopause & Beyond: Restorative Reproductive Medicine
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode, Sarah and Shannon delve into the complexities of perimenopause and menopause, discussing the hormonal changes women experience and the importance of individualized care. They explore the impact of inflammation and stress on hormonal health, the significance of strength training, and the evolving narrative around hormone replacement therapy. The conversation also touches on emotional health during menopause, the challenges of infertility, and the resources available for women seeking to understand their bodies better.Other highlights from this episode:
- Perimenopause is often misunderstood and can start as early as age 35.
- Hormonal changes during perimenopause are highly individualized.
- Estrogen and progesterone play crucial roles in overall health.
- Inflammation can significantly impact hormonal balance.
- Healthy eating and stress management are vital for hormonal health.
- Women should not suffer in silence during menopause; support is available.
- Strength training is essential for maintaining muscle and bone health.
- The narrative around hormone replacement therapy is changing positively.
- Emotional and mental health are critical during the transition to menopause.
- Restorative reproductive medicine offers hope for women struggling with infertility.
Shannon Eaton McCormick is a women’s health nurse practitioner who specializes in restorative reproductive medicine. She is married and is a mother to two young men. She works at Woman’s New Life Clinic in New Orleans, LA. To find out more about her, listen to her story here.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Natural Womanhood - A resource that helps educate on a variety of women's health topics. On this website, you can get connected with practitioners who specialize in Restorative Reproductive Medicine and cycle tracking methods.
International Institute of Restorative Reproductive Medicine - A resource that teaches more about Restorative Reproductive Medicine and can help connect people with clinics that offer this type of service.
Fertility Awareness and Collaboration to Teach the Sciences (FACTS) - A resource for students in the medical field.
Springs in the Desert - A resource for those walking through infertility.
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In this episode, Sarah and Shannon delve into the complexities of perimenopause and menopause, discussing the hormonal changes women experience and the importance of individualized care. They explore the impact of inflammation and stress on hormonal health, the significance of strength training, and the evolving narrative around hormone replacement therapy. The conversation also touches on emotional health during menopause, the challenges of infertility, and the resources available for women seeking to understand their bodies better.Other highlights from this episode: - Perimenopause is often misunderstood and can start as early as age 35. - Hormonal changes during perimenopause are highly individualized. - Estrogen and progesterone play crucial roles in overall health. - Inflammation can significantly impact hormonal balance. - Healthy eating and stress management are vital for hormonal health. - Women should not suffer in silence during menopause; support is available. - Strength training is essential for maintaining muscle and bone health. - The narrative around hormone replacement therapy is changing positively. - Emotional and mental health are critical during the transition to menopause. - Restorative reproductive medicine offers hope for women struggling with infertility. Shannon Eaton McCormick is a women’s health nurse practitioner who specializes in restorative reproductive medicine. She is married and is a mother to two young men. She works at Woman’s New Life Clinic in New Orleans, LA. To find out more about her, listen to her story here. Resources mentioned in this episode: Natural Womanhood - A resource that helps educate on a variety of women's health topics. On this website, you can get connected with practitioners who specialize in Restorative Reproductive Medicine and cycle tracking methods. International Institute of Restorative Reproductive Medicine - A resource that teaches more about Restorative Reproductive Medicine and can help connect people with clinics that offer this type of service. Fertility Awareness and Collaboration to Teach the Sciences (FACTS) - A resource for students in the medical field. Springs in the Desert - A resource for those walking through infertility. Get full access to What Women Are at drsarahdennylorio.substack.com/subscribe Shop the What Women Are merchandise here! Get full access to What Women Are at drsarahdennylorio.substack.com/subscribe