Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

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 your next chapter on your own, understanding your financial picture is one of the most important forms of self-care. Yet many women reach midlife realizing they don't fully understand their assets, retirement plans, or long-term financial options. ...

Have you ever found yourself stuck—knowing you want more energy, more confidence, more joy—but unsure of where to start? Or maybe you’ve hit a roadblock that’s thrown your whole routine off course (again), and you're struggling to get back on track. If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is here to help you reconnect with your inner spark and move forward with purpose. In this uplifting and empowering conversation, I’m joined by midlife fitness expert and author Heike Yates, creator of ...

Are you feeling unfulfilled in your career—or wondering if it's too late to shift into something that lights you up? Maybe you're returning to the workforce after a break, or you're managing menopause symptoms that are quietly chipping away at your confidence. If that sounds like you, you're not alone—and this episode is exactly what you need. In this conversation with author, coach, and former professor Dr. Jodi Vandenberg-Daves, we explore how midlife can be the most powerful chapter of you...

Have you ever had a week that flipped your world upside down—and somehow also cracked you open in the most meaningful way? In this raw and unfiltered episode, I’m sharing something deeply personal: the fire that struck my wellness center last week and the emotional rollercoaster that followed. But more importantly, I’m opening up about the real-life practices—the ones I talk about every week—that are helping me stay grounded and present during an incredibly difficult time. If you’re navigatin...

Are you taking care of your heart—but still feeling like something’s missing? So many midlife women focus on breast health or hormone balance, yet don’t realize that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women. And the truth? It's not just about cholesterol. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Angie Gallagher, cardiac rehab expert turned functional medicine coach, to talk about the real root causes of heart disease—and what you can do to prevent it. Whet...

Feeling Stuck? Here’s How to Get Moving Again—No Matter Where You Are in Life. Do you ever find yourself saying, “It’s not that bad…”—even when you know deep down something needs to change? Whether it’s your health, your relationships, or the way you’re showing up in your own life, feeling stuck is something we all go through—especially in midlife. In this powerful and deeply honest episode, I’m joined by Yvette Salva—personal trainer, life coach, and survivor—who shares her inspiring journey...

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...