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Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

Dr. Sara Poldmae | Healer, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and Functional Medicine Practitioner
Menopause
Midlife
Perimenopause
Mental Health
Hormones
Emotional Well-Being
Women's Health
Mindfulness
Personal Growth
Self-Care
Mindset
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Boundaries
Functional Medicine
Self-Discovery
Anxiety
Stress Management
Women Empowerment
Alcohol
Nutrition

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 ... more

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Have you ever looked in the mirror during midlife and wondered, Who am I now? Between menopause, changing relationships, grief, career shifts, and the endless demands of caring for everyone else, it's easy to lose sight of yourself.

In this inspirin... more

Have you ever found yourself feeling lonely in midlife—even when your life is full of family, work, and responsibilities? You're not alone. As our children grow up, careers evolve, and the routines that once built friendships naturally begin to disap... more

Are you confident in your financial future—or have you been leaving the money decisions to someone else?

For many women, finances can feel overwhelming, intimidating, or simply easier to avoid. Whether you're married, divorced, widowed, or building ... more

Are you dealing with bladder leaks, pelvic pressure, constipation, or that nagging feeling that something just isn’t working the way it used to? If so, you’re far from alone. Pelvic floor dysfunction affects millions of women, especially during perim... more

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Recent Guests

Bridget Borel
financial whiz who helps women with money matters during transitions
Independent financial advisor
Episode: 145. The Moment She Stopped Asking for Permission: How Financial Confidence Changes Everything
Christina Walsh
Physical therapist and co-founder of Tighten Your Tinkler
Tighten Your Tinkler
Episode: 144. Healing Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Beyond Kegels
Heather Florio
CEO of Desert Harvest; sexpert and advocate for women's health
Desert Harvest
Episode: 143. Why So Many Midlife Women are Misdiagnosed with UTIs
Jennifer Nelson-Hawks
Board-certified doctor of naturopathy, author of Your Labs Are Lying, founder of Jennifer Hawks Health
Jennifer Hawks Health
Episode: 142. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis for Women Running on Empty
Gloria Feldt
Nationally recognized expert on women, power and leadership; co-founder and president of Take the Lead
Take the Lead
Episode: 141. Have the Audacity to Reclaim Your Power in Midlife
Maureen Benkovich
Sobriety coach
Episode: 134. My relationship with alcohol and health risks
Tara Segree
Author and meditation coach with over 20 years of experience
Author of Bringing Mindfulness Into the Classroom
Episode: 130. Mindfulness in Middle Age
Dr. Jodi Vandenberg-Daves
A coach, consultant, facilitator, editor, and author with over 25 years of experience in higher education and nonprofit leadership.
Episode: 129. Confidence and Workplace Support - Gen Z through the Boomers
Angie Hawkins
An Inner Glow coach who helps women transform their lives by focusing on inner confidence and self-worth.
Episode: 126. Finding Joy in Midlife

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Dr. Sara Poldmae
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • A breath of fresh air for midlife women

    Dr. Sara gets it. This podcast cuts through the menopause noise with real, practical advice and a whole lot of heart. Whether you’re wrestling with hot flashes, brain fog, or just trying to feel like yourself again, you’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and ready to thrive. Hit subscribe and settle in—your future self will thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wendy ❤️ Valentine
    United States21 days ago
  • A perfect fit!

    This stage of life is a rollercoaster, and Dr. Sara truly gets it. She's living it too, and sharing both her personal experience and professional expertise to support all of us in this tricky stage. She's leading by example, and bringing a perfect combination of holistic, yet science-backed care.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    landofdaisies
    United States3 months ago
  • So relatable

    Sara’s episodes are so relatable and warm. she makes you feel understood and seen.

    Sorry about the fire in your practice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heike Y.
    United States9 months ago
  • So helpful!

    Dr. Sara’s podcast is full of wisdom, tools, and insights paired with a comforting voice that brings me back week after week. This time in a woman’s life can be so stressful and lonely but Dr. Sara’s podcast helps so much! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hallie_S
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Show!

    Sara is obviously very passionate about helping women in midlife live their best lives. She understands the unique challenges of women in this stage of life and clearly aims to help ease the burden and facilitate lasting health improvements on every level. It was an honor to be interviewed and share some of the ways I am helping the same demographic through nutrition, nervous system balancing, improving gut health and optimizing metabolism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thx OSUFCU!!
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's warmth and relatability while delivering science-backed guidance.
The show is praised for practical, actionable tips that fit into busy midlife lives.
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143. Why So Many Midlife Women are Misdiagnosed with UTIs
Q: How can women navigate sexual wellness and maintain intimacy when experiencing discomfort from menopause-related urinary or vaginal changes?
Explore non-penetrative forms of intimacy, consider lubricants with correct osmolality, and address pelvic floor hypertonicity with a pelvic-floor physical therapist; orgasms and stimulation can still provide health benefits even in pain scenarios, and products tailored for lubrication and tissue support can help.
143. Why So Many Midlife Women are Misdiagnosed with UTIs
Q: What is the core reason menopausal urinary symptoms can be mistaken for chronic UTIs, and how should women approach treatment?
Symptoms are often due to estrogen loss leading to thinning of the bladder lining and vaginal tissues; antibiotics alone may not address the underlying hormonal and tissue integrity issues, so women should discuss vaginal estrogen, appropriate HRT options, and pelvic-floor health with a clinician.
142. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis for Women Running on Empty
Q: Tell the audience how they can get in touch with you and start looking at hair tissue mineral analysis.
Jennifer explains her website and test portal: jenniferhawkshealth.com for information about her practice, and testmyminerals.com for the HTMA test, plus an online portal with steps and quizzes to begin balancing minerals.
137. Testosterone - Mood, Libido and more
Q: What lifestyle factors affect testosterone production?
Chronic stress, poor sleep, inconsistent eating, and over-exercising can negatively impact testosterone production.
137. Testosterone - Mood, Libido and more
Q: What does safe testosterone therapy for women actually look like?
Safe therapy involves individualizing treatment based on personal medical history and monitoring side effects.

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What is Menopause Rise and Thrive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Midlife Rise and Thrive centers on empowering women through perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause with practical health strategies, holistic care, and personal growth. Episodes feature a mix of medical experts, wellness practitioners, and thought leaders who discuss menopause symptoms, emotional well-being, fitness, leadership, and relationships, often linking health to confidence and independence. The show stands out for its holistic approach (bridging Western medicine and Chinese medicine) and its willingness to spotlight actionable routines, product recommendations, and real-world stories from diverse guests. Listeners are likely drawn to science-backed guidance presented in a warm, relatable way, with a strong emphasis on communit... more

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