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PODCAST

Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

Dr. Sara Poldmae | Healer, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and Functional Medicine Practitioner

Welcome to Menopause Rise and Thrive! I’m Dr. Sara Poldmae, and this podcast is for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—women who are ready to embrace this stage of life with confidence and create a future that feels authentic and fulfilling.Every week, I’ll walk you through the ups and downs of midlife, sharing helpful tips, real-world advice, and a space where you can feel heard and supported. Whether you’re dealing with hot flashes, weight changes, mood swings, sleep

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121. The Truth About Midlife, Hormones & Reclaiming...

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2025/09/04

Ever feel like you’re losing yourself somewhere between hot flashes, brain fog, and trying to remember where you left your coffee (again)? You’re not alone—and this conversation is for you. In this very special episode, Sara takes the guest seat as she’s interviewed on a local Annapolis-based podcast. What unfolds is a lively, honest, and often hilarious conversation about the very real experiences of women in perimenopause and menopause. From heart palpitations to sleep struggles to relation...

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11:10

120. Cougar Puberty, The We Do Not Care Club and Why...

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2025/08/28

Are you crying over dog food commercials… or impulse-buying your fourth pair of reading glasses? Welcome to the wild ride of Cougar Puberty—yes, it’s a thing, and no, you’re not the only one living it. In this short but laughter-filled episode, we’re talking about the hormonal chaos of perimenopause and menopause… and why comparing it to puberty might just be the most accurate (and hilarious) take out there. If you’ve ever felt like you’re reliving the emotional roller coaster of your teen ye...

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14:05

119. The Power of No: How Letting Go Leads to a Life...

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2025/08/21

Are You Saying "Yes" When You Really Want to Say "No"? If your calendar is packed, your energy is drained, and you're constantly “should-ing” yourself through the week, you’re not alone. In this short but powerful episode, I’m talking about one of the most freeing things you can do in midlife: say no. This isn’t just about boundaries—it’s about reclaiming your joy, your time, and your health. Saying no is the first step toward letting go of what no longer serves you… and making space for what...

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118. Your Midlife Health Questions—Answered with...

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2025/08/14

Are These Midlife Health Questions Keeping You Up at Night? Have you ever found yourself deep in a 2 a.m. Google rabbit hole, trying to figure out if collagen powder is worth it, or whether that weighted vest in your closet could actually help your bones? You’re not alone. Midlife brings a flood of changes—and questions—and it can be hard to know what advice to trust. In this episode, I’m answering the most common (and most Googled!) health questions I hear from women in midlife. From supplem...

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24:39

117. Feeling Like a Fraud in Midlife? You’re Not Alone.

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2025/08/07

Do you ever feel like you’re just faking it—like you’ve somehow fooled everyone into thinking you’ve got it all together, even as you’re quietly doubting your worth behind the scenes? If that resonates, this episode is for you. Today, I’m sharing a deeply personal and honest conversation about imposter syndrome in midlife. This isn't just a mindset issue—it’s something so many women silently carry as we face big life transitions, career shifts, hormonal changes, and old stories from our past....

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116. GLP-1 Medications & Midlife Metabolism: What...

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2025/07/31

Are GLP-1 Medications Right for You? What You Really Need to Know First Have you been hearing a lot about GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and wondering if they might be the magic fix—or if they’re just another fad? Maybe you’ve already started using one, but feel unsure how to support your body while you’re on it. In this honest and empowering episode, I sit down with certified nutrition coach Danielle McColloch to talk about what no one else is saying: how to use GLP-1s safely, effectivel...

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115. Hair Loss in Midlife

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2025/07/24

Are you noticing more hair in your brush, thinning at your part, or just feeling like your ponytail isn’t what it used to be? You’re not imagining things—and you’re definitely not alone. Hair loss is one of the most emotionally distressing symptoms women face in midlife, and yet it’s still not talked about enough. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mary Wendel, a board-certified internist and founder of Medi Tresse, a clinic dedicated to women’s hair loss. Dr. Wendel brings her decad...

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15:28

114. Mood Swings, Midlife, and Grown-Ass Men

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2025/07/17

Are mood swings running the show lately—and leaving you feeling like a stranger in your own life? If you've ever cried over a commercial, snapped at your partner for simply breathing, or found yourself thinking “Who even am I right now?”, you’re in good company. In this episode, we’re diving into the emotional whirlwind that so often comes with midlife—and unpacking what’s hormonal, what’s situational, and what’s actually a powerful wake-up call. Yes, estrogen and progesterone are shifting—bu...

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113. When your heart races in midlife- hormones and...

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2025/07/10

Is your heart suddenly racing out of nowhere—and you're not even stressed? You’re not alone. Many midlife women are blindsided by unexpected heart symptoms like palpitations, racing pulses, and sudden spikes in blood pressure. It’s terrifying, confusing, and all too often dismissed as “just anxiety.” In this heartfelt episode, I share my own journey with perimenopausal tachycardia—when my resting heart rate soared to 170 BPM—and the deeper discoveries that followed. If you’ve ever wondered wh...

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112. Encore Episode: Hormones 101 – Understanding...

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2025/07/03

Big News: Our Midlife Concierge Program Is Launching! Hi ladies, it’s Dr. Sarah here with something incredibly exciting I’ve been waiting to share. Monique, our amazing nurse practitioner, and I are launching a brand-new Concierge Membership Program exclusively for women in midlife right here in Maryland! This high-touch, deeply personalized program is designed to support you through every phase of perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. We’re combining the best of functional medicine, Chinese ...

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25:56

111. The Power of Yin: Slowing Down to Wake Up in...

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2025/06/26

Is your mind constantly racing, your body feeling depleted—and you’re wondering if you’ll ever feel grounded again? If so, this episode is your gentle nudge to slow down and reconnect. Midlife is often a whirlwind of change, and sometimes, what we need most is to simply pause. Today, I’m joined by my friend and fellow yoga teacher, Alicia Sweeney, for a heartfelt conversation about the transformative power of yoga in midlife—especially the deeply nourishing practice of Yin Yoga. Whether...

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29:14

110. Attachment Styles ~ with yourself!

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2025/06/19

Are your relationships leaving you feeling like a turtle—or a honey badger? If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing your instincts in love, friendships, or even with your kids, this episode is for you. We’re exploring how attachment styles don’t just show up in your relationships with others—but in your relationship with yourself. And learning to feel secure with you can change everything. In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, I’m joined by Amanda Fuenzalida, an attachment ther...

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Title: 109. Breaking Free from Birth Control and...

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2025/06/12

Is Online Menopause Care Really Helping You? The Hidden Risks You Need to Know Are you feeling dismissed, rushed, or just plain confused by the options for menopause care? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this episode, I’m diving into a growing trend that’s both promising and problematic: online telehealth services offering hormone therapy and quick-fix prescriptions. If you've ever felt tempted to click "buy" on a hormone treatment without a proper medical evaluation, this con...

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108. From Age-Inappropriate Men to Caring for Aging...

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2025/06/05

Have you ever looked around your life in midlife and thought… “Wait, I did what?!” Whether it’s bold sexual escapades with a 23-year-old, becoming a Mahjong teacher, or finally setting boundaries with that one bossy sibling, this episode is all about the unexpected (and often hilarious or profound) ways women are surprising themselves in midlife. In this soul-stirring, laugh-out-loud solo episode, I’m sharing real stories from women in our community who answered one question: What have you do...

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107. What Travel, a Puppy, and My Daughter Taught Me...

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2025/05/29

Feeling a little off—even when everything seems joyful and full? You’re not alone. In this softer, more personal episode, I’m opening up from my living room (yes, not the usual recording space!) about what it means to feel ungrounded even in the midst of joy. This season of life has been full—travel, speaking, retreats, my daughter home from college—and I’m sharing how a sweet little puppy named Winnie has become the unexpected anchor I didn’t know I needed. If you’ve ever felt like you’re ru...

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106. Self Belief in Midlife

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2025/05/22

Are you holding onto old patterns that no longer serve you—and wondering if it’s too late to change? In this episode, we explore the powerful idea that transformation is always possible, no matter your age or history. In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author and inspirational teacher Caren Paskel to talk about what it really means to believe in yourself in midlife—and how that belief can radically shift your health, your energy, and your entire life direction. Caren’s story is a de...

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105. Hormones, Anger, and the Unexpected Gift of Rage

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2025/05/15

Are you feeling overwhelmed by sudden bursts of rage—and wondering if it’s just you? You’re not alone. Many midlife women experience emotional intensity that seems to come out of nowhere. That fiery anger, the kind that feels like it’s bubbling just beneath the surface, isn’t just in your head—and it might be telling you something important. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and business coach, Bailey Feldman, as we unpack the rising rage so many women experience in their 30s and 40s. ...

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104. Menopausal Brain Fog

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2025/05/08

Are you constantly walking into a room only to forget why you're there? Or maybe you’re mid-sentence and suddenly lose your train of thought? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not losing your mind. In today’s solo episode, I’m diving into a topic that so many of my patients bring up: brain fog during perimenopause and menopause. We’ll explore what’s really behind this frustrating symptom and, most importantly, what you can do to start feeling clearer, calmer, and...

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103. Pleasure

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2025/05/01

Are you feeling stuck in the "shoulds" of midlife — checking all the boxes of success but still wondering, is this all there is? You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken. In this inspiring episode, we're talking about how pleasure, self-discovery, and nervous system healing can reignite your midlife revolution. Today, I’m joined by Natty Frasca, a pleasure coach, speaker, and fierce advocate for midlife women owning their full power. Natty shares her deeply personal story of transfo...

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102. Learning to Trust My Gut

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2025/04/24

Are you second-guessing your gut feelings—or brushing them off in the name of being “nice”? If you’ve ever doubted what you were seeing or feeling in a relationship—whether personal or professional—this episode is for you. In the first episode of the newly rebranded Menopause: Rise and Thrive, I’m opening up about a recent working relationship that challenged me to reconnect with one of the most essential midlife tools: self-trust. With warmth and vulnerability, I invite you into my journey o...

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