{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"077: Perimenopause &amp; Menopause Decoded: What to Watch for and How to Cope with Lauren Tetenbaum","description":"\u201cIn general, knowledge is power, and the more equipped we are with the tools we need, the better off we are. At a networking event, there were women who wish they knew about perimenopause, that it can be 10 years, and that it can impact mental health. Now I know, and I want me to tell my generation.\u201d \u2014Lauren Tetenbaum Some moments in life flip a switch and make our bodies feel unfamiliar. A quiet shift shows up in our mood, sleep, energy, or reactions, and it becomes clear that something deeper deserves attention. This episode sits right in that space where questions rise, and real clarity begins. Lauren Tetenbaum shares how her own confusion around early symptoms pushed her into years of research and conversations that shaped her book Millennial Menopause. Her work blends mental health expertise, advocacy, and lived experience to help our generation understand this transition with confidence and community. Press play for a grounded, honest conversation that treats midlife health with curiosity, humor, and real support. In this episode: \u2022 Early signs of perimenopause in real life \u2022 How mood changes connect to hormonal shifts \u2022 What millennials are getting right and wrong about menopause \u2022 Why knowledge, community, and providers matter \u2022 Mental health patterns that deserve attention \u2022 Coping strategies for sleep, stress, and overall well-being \u2022 Strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle changes that help \u2022 How culture shapes stigma around aging \u2022 Why open dialogue benefits our future selves &amp;nbsp; Meet Lauren: Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW, JD, PMH-C, MSCP, is a New York-based mental health provider, therapist, and advocate for women's health and empowerment. She is the author of the book &quot;Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period,&quot; which was released in July 2025. A passionate educator and community builder, Lauren is dedicated to raising awareness, demystifying menopause, and providing women with the knowledge and resources they need to navigate midlife health transitions. Through her writing, research, and clinical practice, she empowers women to be proactive advocates for their well-being and fosters supportive conversations about topics traditionally seen as taboo. Website LinkedIn Instagram &amp;nbsp; Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube &amp;nbsp; Episode Highlights: 00:50 Millennial Menopause&amp;nbsp; 06:30 Mood Swings and Mental Health: The Stats You Need to Know 13:22 Fighting Myths and Pushing Better Support 17:18 Menopause vs Andropause 20:56 A Girlfriend\u2019s Guide for the Next Chapter of Life 23:49 No One Deserves to Suffer in Silence &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Essential Ingredients Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.justinereichman.com\/podcast-episodes","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39288340\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/196230115"}