In this episode, Jess chats with her friend Michele Velligan about her experience navigating menopause at 55, which coincided with her COVID diagnosis. They discuss the challenges of overlapping symptoms and her proactive strategies for managing health, including diet modifications and alternative therapies.

Michele shares her journey as a member of the 'sandwich generation,' balancing caregiving for her aging father-in-law and raising her teenage son, and highlights the importance of routine and teamwork. They also touch on the necessity of self-care and community among women, encouraging open conversations about menopause and shared experiences for support.

HIGHLIGHTS:

1:23 COVID and Menopause: An Unexpected Connection

8:34 Navigating Midlife and Family Dynamics

13:10 The Sandwich Generation Experience

16:06 Organizing Family Life

19:59 Finding Time for Self-Care

22:28 The Importance of Friendships

28:25 Parting Words of Wisdom

RESOURCE FOR THIS EPISODE:

Be Fit After 40 guide

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