Step into a world of insight and expertise with me today as I dive into a captivating conversation with Dr. Deb Matthew, affectionately known as the Happy Hormone Doctor!\xa0\nA remarkable best-selling author, international speaker, devoted educator, and a multitasking mother of four boys, Dr, Matthew brings a wealth of knowledge to the forefront.\xa0\nIn this episode, we unravel the complexities surrounding oral contraceptives as hormone replacement therapy in perimenopause and menopause. We navigate the intricate web of effects these medications pose and shed light on the pivotal role of specific lab tests in understanding the phases of womanhood.\xa0\nJoin Dr. Matthew and me as we explore the nuanced realm of premature menopause and delve into the significance of testosterone in hormone replacement strategies. Our discussion also encompasses the profound connection between cognitive well-being and the often-overlooked genitourinary symptoms of menopause.\xa0\nThis episode is the first segment of a two-part podcast series with Dr. Matthew. Join us as we embark on an illuminating expedition into the domain of women's health and uncover strategies ranging from cutting-edge medical interventions like PRP lasers and acoustic wave therapy to the realm of energy medicine.\n\nIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:\n\nWhy are oral contraceptives being used in menopausal women?\n\nWhat are oral contraceptives?\n\nWhy oral contraceptives are not a replacement for hormone replacement therapy\n\nThe disruptive effect of birth control pills\n\nHow to know if you are in perimenopause\n\nThe importance of getting a baseline on hormones.\n\nEarly menopause and ovarian failure\n\nWhat is the differentiator between bioidentical and synthetic hormones?\xa0\n\nThe importance of testosterone for women\n\nHormone replacement and sexual health\n\nThe changes that happen in women\u2019s brains as they age\n\nThe power of the one\n\n\nAbout Dr. Deb Matthew:\nDr. Deb Matthew MD, The Happy Hormones Doctor, is a best-selling author, international speaker, educator, wife, and mom of four boys. After suffering for years from fatigue and irritability due to hormone imbalances, her quest to resolve her personal health led her to change everything about her practice of medicine. She has been featured on national podcasts, radio, and broadcast shows, including NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX. Her books, This Is NOT Normal! and Why Can't I Keep Up Anymore? address hormone health in women and men.\nConnect with Cynthia Thurlow\n\n\nFollow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn\n\n\n\nCheck out Cynthia\u2019s website\n\n\nSubmit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com\n\nConnect with Dr. Deb Matthew\n\n\nOn her website\n\n\n\nOn Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn\n\n\nGet a copy of Dr. Matthew\u2019s book, This is Not Normal: A Busy Woman\u2019s Guide to Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance, on Amazon, or download a free copy at www.isityourhormones.com.