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274. Mythbusting in Menopause with Dr. Polly Watson
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- The Art of Becoming Visible
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- Apr 8, 2025
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Summary
Welcome back to The Diary of a Midlife Woman, where we talk all things confidence, style, and health in this incredible season of midlife. Today, we're diving into a topic that affects every woman at some point—menopause. But let's be honest, there's a LOT of misinformation out there. So in today's episode, I'm talking with Dr. Polly Watson, a board-certified OB-GYN with over 20 years of experience, to bust 10 of the biggest menopause myths that might be holding you back from feeling amazing, empowered, and in control of your body. Whether you're in perimenopause, post-menopause, or just curious about what's ahead, this episode is for YOU. Dr. Polly Watson is a board-certified OB-GYN with over 20 years of experience, specializing in menopausal, sexual, and functional medicine. She is an expert in addressing a wide range of hormonal concerns, including PCOS, PMS, perimenopause, menopause, low libido, and sexual pain. As a certified practitioner with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), Dr. Watson integrates holistic care approaches that go beyond traditional medicine. Her specialized training includes menopausal medicine through The Menopause Society and sexual medicine through the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health. Dr. Watson partners closely with her patients, utilizing a combination of lifestyle modifications, nutrition, mindfulness, bio-identical hormones, and supplements to optimize hormonal balance and overall well-being. 1. Menopause Happens Suddenly – When does menopause actually start and how long before we're in full blown menopause? 2. It Only Affects Older Women – When do women really start experiencing symptoms of menopause? 3. Say Goodbye to Your Sex Life – What are some ways to manage changes in sexual health? 4. Say Hel…