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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
Functional Medicine
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Boundaries
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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Are you constantly being told you have a UTI—only to finish another round of antibiotics and still not feel better? If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and suddenly dealing with bladder pain, urinary urgency, painful sex, or recurrent infections,... more

If you’re waking up tired, dragging through the afternoon, and wondering why you still feel depleted despite eating well, exercising, and getting decent sleep—you are not alone. So many midlife women are told their labs are “normal,” yet they still d... more

Are you feeling the tension between wanting to speak up… and wondering if it’s “too much”? Or maybe you’ve noticed your confidence shifting in midlife—at work, at home, or even in your own body?

In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Sara is jo... more

This episode explores what it truly means to feel at home in your body—something many women realize they’ve rarely, if ever, experienced. I reflect on my own journey with body image, including how early influences shaped my perception and how those p... more

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Recent Guests

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
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Episode: 141. Have the Audacity to Reclaim Your Power in Midlife
Heather Florio
Second-generation women's health advocate; CEO of Desert Harvest; expertise in interstitial cystitis, pelvic pain, and UTIs
Desert Harvest
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
Angie Gallagher
Expert in cardiac health with 25 years of experience in cardiac rehab and a focus on functional medicine.
Heart Wellness Coaching
Episode: 125. How is your heart? Cardiovascular disease in midlife women
Karen Bigman
Certified sex educator and dating and sex coach.
Episode: 124. Sex challenges in Midlife

Host

Dr. Sara Poldmae
Host and primary voice, integrating traditional Chinese medicine, functional medicine, and wellness advocacy to guide midlife health conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • 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 States7 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 States8 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 States9 months ago
  • She’s amazing

    Finding info about menopause that speaks to my holistic side is hard - Dr. Sara breaks it down and has such great suggestions for things that help!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kepalmiotto
    United Statesa year ago
  • Educational topics!

    Amazing content for women in midlife, all the topics have been so helpful in my life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MW!1
    United States2 years ago

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Audience appreciates approachable, non-lecturing style with tangible tips and actionable steps.
Listeners praise the host for warmth, relatability, and practical, science-based advice.
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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.
137. Testosterone - Mood, Libido and more
Q: How does a woman know if her lack of sex drive is a testosterone issue?
It involves looking at all factors, including chronic exhaustion, stress, and physical symptoms like vaginal dryness.
133. Is Alcohol Really Helping You Cope with the Holidays?
Q: What is the biggest myth about drinking less that women need to hear going into the holidays?
The biggest myth is whether they will have fun without alcohol; the only way to know is by trying it and experiencing it firsthand.

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

Midlife Rise and Thrive focuses on empowering women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause with practical, evidence-informed strategies. The show frequently covers hormone health, nutrition, sleep, stress management, fitness, and mindful living, often featuring experts in fitness, recovery, cardiovascular health, mindfulness, sexuality, and sobriety. A notable strength is its blend of medical insight, holistic approaches, and real-world coaching to help listeners reclaim energy, confidence, and purpose during midlife. The host's background as a Chinese medicine practitioner and wellness advocate adds a distinctive, integrative perspective that emphasizes individualized care and self-compassion for this life stage.

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2. Gloria Feldt
3. Heather Florio
4. Maureen Benkovich
5. Tara Segree
6. Dr. Jodi Vandenberg-Daves
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