In this thought-provoking episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Justin Hai , co-founder of multiple award-winning wellness companies and expert on cortisol and hormonal balance. Justin shares his unique insights on the “master hormone” cortisol, a key player in perimenopause symptoms that often goes overlooked in mainstream health conversations. Through his work with the upcoming Amazon Prime documentary sHEALed and his personal journey with his wife’s diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome, ...
Aug 14, 2025•40 min
Feeling stuck in your body despite eating clean and trying all the things in perimenopause? You're not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Bria shares the exact steps one client took to finally lose weight in perimenopause after months of frustration and no answers from her doctor. Inside, you’ll learn: Why 25% of women need more than 3 months to see fat loss results (and why that’s OK) How to go from dabbling in hormone healing to fully committing The difference between physical care ...
Aug 11, 2025•32 min
In this eye-opening episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Jennifer Woodward , MS, FDN-P, a hormone-savvy functional nutritionist and the author of Easy Perimenopause , to discuss one of the most innovative approaches to weight loss in perimenopause—micro-dosing GLP-1 peptides. Jennifer has coached over 1,200 women through the challenges of hormonal imbalances, burnout, bloating, and stubborn weight gain, and today she’s breaking down everything you need to know about GLP-1 peptides and...
Aug 07, 2025•46 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , Bria Gadd uncovers the 4 hidden blocks that may be keeping you stuck during perimenopause. While we often focus on what we eat or how we workout, the real challenge lies in mindset and habits that prevent us from executing our health plans. From productivity addiction and FOMO to impatience with results and lack of progress tracking, Bria walks you through how to overcome these obstacles and regain control over your health and well-being. Tune in to lear...
Aug 04, 2025•29 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Lesley Logan , a National Certified Pilates Teacher, Habits, Mindset, and Breath work coach, and co-founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com. Lesley’s mission is to help women prioritize their health and well-being, and today we’re diving into how Pilates can be a game-changer for women in perimenopause. Pilates is more than just a fitness routine—it’s a tool designed to balance imbalances, tighten what’s loose, and loosen what’s tight, all whil...
Jul 31, 2025•49 min
Are you tired of tossing and turning at night — or relying on melatonin to get some rest? In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I break down the 5 most popular sleep supplements women are using — Magnesium, GABA, Valerian Root, Melatonin, and Passion Flower — and reveal the surprising truth behind when they help… and when they actually backfire. If you're navigating perimenopause, hormonal shifts, or midlife insomnia, this episode is your clear, root-cause guide to better sleep — without the...
Jul 28, 2025•25 min
Are you craving more energy, clarity, and connection in your midlife health journey? In this episode, Bria pulls back the curtain on the highly anticipated Midlife Reset Retreat — a one-day, in-person wellness experience in Tucson, AZ, designed for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal chaos. You’ll get a sneak peek at what to expect from this transformational day, including hormone-balancing strategies, stress-reducing rituals, nutrition support, and mindset coaching — all des...
Jul 24, 2025•23 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I dive deep into one of the most empowering strategies for women in perimenopause—building muscle. As our hormones shift, maintaining and building muscle becomes crucial for supporting our metabolism, balancing hormones, and promoting overall well-being. I’ll walk you through the best fitness and nutrition strategies, the importance of muscle for hormonal health, and how to overcome common challenges in perimenopause. Whether you’ve been struggling to se...
Jul 21, 2025•31 min
Are you craving a pause… a real reset… and maybe a day that’s actually about you for once? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful announcement — something women in this community have been asking for, and something I know we all deeply need right now: 🌿 The Midlife Reset Retreat: A Day to Realign, Reclaim & Rise — happening in Tucson, AZ, September 13th, 2025. I’ll walk you through: What this retreat is all about and why we created it Why in-person retreats are one of the fastest paths to ...
Jul 17, 2025•36 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m talking all about self-kindness during perimenopause. As women, we often face intense hormonal shifts, mood swings, and physical changes that can make it easy to be hard on ourselves. In today’s episode, I’m diving into why and where unkindness shows up in our lives, especially during perimenopause, and how those hormonal fluctuations impact our ability to be gentle with ourselves. I’ll also walk you through the five steps I use every day to cultivat...
Jul 14, 2025•28 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Dr. John Neustadt, ND, a renowned expert in naturopathic medicine and the founder of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc. Dr. Neustadt shares his vast knowledge on sleep health, offering natural, evidence-based strategies to help women in perimenopause reclaim their sleep. Whether you’re struggling with insomnia, experiencing "revenge insomnia," or dealing with social jetlag from travel or shift work, this episode is packed with actionable advice...
Jul 10, 2025•43 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m sharing the 5 things I wish every client knew before starting their health and wellness journey with me. As a coach who has helped thousands of women in perimenopause and beyond, I’ve seen firsthand the strategies that set my clients up for success—and the mindsets that hold them back. Whether you’re looking to balance your hormones, lose weight, or simply feel better in your body, these insights will help you get the most out of your coaching experi...
Jul 07, 2025•25 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Katie Stewart, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and founder of Katie Stewart Wellness, to uncover the root causes of acne in perimenopause. Katie has a personal connection to this topic—after struggling with stubborn acne for years, she dove into the world of holistic nutrition to discover that clear skin starts from within. Now, she helps women reclaim their confidence and glow through a holistic approach that addresses the five key pill...
Jul 03, 2025•38 min
Are you doing all the “right” things —eating clean, exercising, cutting carbs—yet the weight just won’t budge in perimenopause? In this raw and real episode, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and host Bria Gadd (aka The Period Whisperer ) reveals the unspoken truth: if you're not sleeping, constantly fatigued, battling brain fog, experiencing heavy periods or PMS, or dealing with digestive issues like bloating, gas, or constipation… your body isn't in a state where fat burning is poss...
Jun 30, 2025•24 min
In this must-listen episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Dr. Cheruba Prabakar, a board-certified OBGYN and minimally invasive surgeon, to talk about a crucial health topic for women in perimenopause: cervical cancer. Dr. Prabakar is here to shed light on the latest developments in cervical cancer screening, including the revolutionary self-collection HPV test—an FDA-approved, less invasive alternative to the traditional Pap smear. As we navigate the hormonal changes of perimenopause, ...
Jun 26, 2025•38 min
Are you tired, wired, snacking all day, and still gaining weight — even though you're eating clean and doing everything ‘right’? You might not be eating enough . In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m sharing the signs I see on labs like the DUTCH Test and thyroid panels that reveal when a woman is chronically under-fueling her body — and how it’s keeping her stuck. You’ll learn: ✔️ The lab markers that show you’re not eating enough (even if no one told you) ✔️ Why late-night cravings, en...
Jun 23, 2025•26 min
In this exclusive episode you get to hear from one of my amazing midlife mojo clients Amanda, a business owner and teacher who came to me at 47 exhausted and overwhelmed. Now, everything has changed. Tune in to this episode to hear her story, and how amazing she is feeling now, and it will give you hope, direction and some real tips to feeling your best! Tune In To Learn: 1. What specific steps helped her start to see and feel changes. 2. The surprising results that keep on coming. 3. What she t...
Jun 19, 2025•38 min
If you're doing all the right things but still feeling off — tired, foggy, anxious, or stuck — your body might be missing the key nutrients it needs to thrive in perimenopause. In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m breaking down the 4 lab markers that almost no one is testing for: Vitamin D, Zinc, Magnesium, and B12. You’ll learn: ✔️ What these nutrients do and why they’re crucial for hormone balance ✔️ What low (or high) levels mean for your energy, mood, sleep, and metabolism ✔️ How to...
Jun 16, 2025•17 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Leisha Drews, RN, FDN-P, and women’s health educator, to dive into a topic that every mother of a teen girl needs to hear: how to support your daughter’s hormone health. Leisha, a holistic hormone coach and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast , shares her expert insights on the challenges young girls face when it comes to their hormones—like acne, painful periods, and mood swings—and how we, as parents, can help guide them through it. From...
Jun 12, 2025•34 min
Have you been told your labs are ‘normal’ — but you’re still exhausted, losing hair, and struggling to feel like yourself in perimenopause? I’ve been there too. And what I discovered was that most doctors aren't running the right labs — especially when it comes to iron. In this episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m breaking down the 4 iron markers every woman in midlife needs to have tested (but probably hasn’t): Ferritin, Serum Iron, TIBC, and Iron Saturation. These markers tell the real story ...
Jun 09, 2025•18 min
In this powerful episode of The Period Whisperer , I’m joined by Colleen Freeland Kachmann, also known as The Hangover Whisperer and the founder of Emotional Sobriety Coaching. Colleen, an Intuitive Drinking Coach and host of the globally top-ranked It's Not About the Alcohol podcast, dives deep into how women in perimenopause can regain control over their alcohol consumption without relying on the traditional "all or nothing" mindset. With over 20 years of personal experience, Colleen discovere...
Jun 05, 2025•47 min
Are your symptoms really because of perimenopause — or is something else going on that no one’s told you about? In this must-listen episode of The Period Whisperer , Bria Gadd, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and expert in hormone health, reveals the 4 symptoms women in midlife often blame on “just hormones” — but are actually red flags of deeper imbalances your body is begging you to notice. If you’re feeling frustrated, confused, or like you're doing everything “right” but still n...
Jun 02, 2025•27 min
In one of my favorite expert interviews on this episode of The Period Whisperer , I chat with Dr. Becca Block, an author, researcher, and executive function coach, about the cognitive challenges women face during perimenopause. Dr. Block, who works with neurodivergent brains, dives into the impact fluctuating estrogen has on brain function and how it can make thinking, remembering, and focusing feel like a struggle. But don’t worry—there’s hope! We explore why cognitive changes in perimenopause ...
May 29, 2025•46 min
In this empowering episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I’m diving deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of perimenopause: the hard parts . If you’re struggling right now, feeling like it’s all too much, you’re not alone — and there’s a reason why change feels so difficult during this time. I’m here to show you that the “hard” isn’t something to avoid, but rather, it’s a powerful sign that you’re on the cusp of something incredible. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why perimenopause fe...
May 26, 2025•29 min
In this eye-opening episode of The Period Whisperer , I sit down with Wendy Lopez, MS, RDN, CDCES, a leading Registered Dietitian and the co-founder of Food Heaven, to tackle a topic that impacts so many women in perimenopause: blood sugar and insulin resistance. Wendy is passionate about making nutrition accessible, and in this conversation, we dive deep into how hormonal shifts during perimenopause can affect blood sugar and insulin sensitivity. What you will learn: 🍏 The science behind insul...
May 22, 2025•33 min
In this episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast , I’m sharing with you how you can accomplish 50% of your daily hormone-boosting to-do’s in just 40 minutes a day ! That’s right — all it takes is two 20-minute walks a day, and you’ll be on your way to better hormonal health and overall well-being. Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode: Morning sunlight : How getting outside first thing can regulate your circadian rhythm, boost energy, and support healthy cortisol levels. The fitness benefits of...
May 19, 2025•17 min
Gut issues in perimenopause? You’re not imagining it — and you’re definitely not alone. In this game-changing episode, I’m joined by none other than Liz Roman , Certified Functional Nutritional Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, and yes — famously known as The Poop Queen — to uncover what’s really going on with your digestion during this stage of life. Liz has helped thousands of women heal their gut, balance their hormones, and finally feel like themselves again. In this honest an...
May 15, 2025•56 min
If you’ve been feeling like your emotions are boiling just under the surface—or maybe spilling over more than you’d like—this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. Because sister, you’re not crazy . You’re waking up. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that way too many women are experiencing but no one’s really talking about: menopause rage . You know, that intense irritability, frustration, or even sudden outbursts that seem to come out of nowhere. But here’s the ...
May 12, 2025•23 min
Have you ever wondered why weight loss feels impossible in perimenopause — even when you're "doing everything right"? 😩 In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Heather Deba , founder of HD Body Academy and a top metabolic nutrition coach, to break down the real reasons behind weight loss resistance in midlife — and what you can finally do about it. Heather shares her proven approach to healing your metabolism and hormones by addressing the three hidden stress areas that silently sabotage your w...
May 08, 2025•49 min
Feeling moody, puffy, or stuck in midlife? It’s not just your hormones — it’s how your body is struggling to detox them. In this transformative episode of The Period Whisperer , Bria Gadd reveals the hidden machinery of estrogen detoxification — and how mastering it unlocks vibrant energy, clearer skin, lighter periods, better moods, and true hormonal power in perimenopause and beyond. Inside this episode, you'll discover: ✅ How your body really processes and eliminates estrogen — and why it's t...
May 05, 2025•32 min
