57. Perimenopause Deserves More Than "Just Deal With It": The Truth No One Prepared Us For with Megan Bird

Perimenopause isn't confusing because your body is failing—it's confusing because women have been left to piece together answers on their own. In this episode, Brandee sits down with Megan Bird, founder of Uplift Menopause Coaching and co-host of the Coming of Rage podcast, for an honest conversation about navigating perimenopause without the overwhelm. Together, they unpack why so many women feel dismissed by the healthcare system, how social media can both help and hurt, and why education, self-advocacy, and community are essential during this stage of life. Megan shares her own journey through perimenopause, what led her to become a menopause coach, and how finding evidence-based education completely changed the way she viewed her symptoms. If you've been wondering whether what you're experiencing is "normal," feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice online, or searching for a more compassionate approach to midlife health, this episode will leave you feeling informed, validated, and far less alone.   What You'll Learn - Why perimenopause is rarely a one-size-fits-all experience - How to filter through the overwhelming amount of menopause information online - The importance of building a healthcare team that truly listens - Why hormone therapy can be a helpful tool—but not a magic solution - How community, self-advocacy, and self-compassion can transform the perimenopause journey Connect with Megan: Website: https://www.upliftmenopausecoaching.com/ Website: https://www.comingofrage.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comingofrage\_podcast/ Podcast: https://www.comingofrage.com/episodes Connect with me: Sign up for my newsletter: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/newsletter-signup Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/   Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com