Dr. Vanessa Coppola joins Teresa for a raw, no-filter convo on menopause, perimenopause, and why so many women feel gaslit by the healthcare system. From the lack of provider education to taboo topics like sex drive, hormone therapy, and vaginal health — nothing is off the table. Teresa opens up about her own experience with hormonal shifts, and Dr. Coppola drops major truth bombs about the medical gaps affecting millions of women.

If you’ve ever been told “it’s all in your head,” this episode is your validation.

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00:00 Menopause Isn’t Just Hot Flashes 02:30 Why Women Were Never Properly Educated 05:40 Anxiety, Sleep Issues & Brain Fog Explained 08:10 How Hormones Affect Every System 11:05 When Perimenopause Really Starts 16:53 “It’s Not in Your Head” — Emotional Toll 20:45 Hormones, Beauty & Aging Well 23:33 Aging Well vs Anti-Aging 27:44 Why Women Are So Hard on Themselves 30:15 The Truth About Sex During Menopause 35:00 “You Deserve Your Orgasm” 36:05 How to Advocate With Your Doctor 39:52 A Better, Holistic Model for Women’s Health 42:50 Where to Find Help & Final Takeaways

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