About this episode

Kelley discusses the realities of menopause, sharing personal experiences and insights on its various stages and symptoms.

Menopause is one of the most universal experiences women go through, yet somehow, it’s still one of the least talked about. In this episode, Kelley gets honest about what menopause actually feels like beyond the clichés, from the emotional whiplash and identity shifts to the physical symptoms that can leave you feeling completely unlike yourself. She breaks down the difference between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause, while opening up about the unpredictable moods, changing energy levels, awkward doctor visits, and moments that make you laugh so you don’t cry. If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “why do I suddenly feel insane?” or wondering whether what you’re experiencing is normal, this one’s for you. Hungry for more? Follow us on Instagram & TikTok Produced by @sickbirdproductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Kelley

Topics covered

• menopause
• perimenopause
• postmenopause
• emotional health
• identity shifts
• physical symptoms
• women's health

Keywords

• menopause
• perimenopause
• postmenopause
• emotional whiplash
• identity shifts
• physical symptoms
• women's experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SickBird Productions

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