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Have You Been Striving in Your Weight Loss Journey?

Let’s just get honest, friend.

You’re eating on plan. You’re trying to move your body. You’re skipping sugar (most days). But that stubborn belly fat in menopause won’t budge. You keep thinking, “I should be further along by now.”

I see it all the time as a Trim Healthy coach for midlife women. And I’ve lived it myself. That’s why I had to share this with you—because I’ve discovered a whole new way to approach weight loss in perimenopause and menopause.

It’s not about pushing harder.
It’s about surrender.

Yep. That big ol’ faith word we like to use in church, but don’t always know how to apply when the scale won’t move or we’re crying over jeans that don’t fit.

This blog post is a heart-to-heart from one midlife woman to another. It’s what I wish someone would have told me sooner.

Why Striving Isn’t Serving You Anymore

In our younger years, striving often worked.
We could cut ca...

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Why You’re Waking Up at 3AM in Perimenopause (and What to Do About It)

Raise your hand if your sleep used to be... well, normal-ish.

You’d go to bed, sleep through (more or less), and wake up ready-ish to face the day. But now? Somewhere in your 40s, sleep flipped the script. You wake up at 3am wide-eyed, your brain is running a full-blown mental PowerPoint presentation, and you're wondering: “Is this just how it’s going to be from now on?”

Friend, I see you. I am you.

This week on the podcast, I had the absolute joy of welcoming my friend and colleague Shonda Palmer, founder of Shonda Palmer Wellness. She’s a national board-certified health and wellness coach, a mindfulness teacher, and a total powerhouse when it comes to helping women in midlife finally get the rest they need. She’s coached thousands of women using CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) — and she joined me to unpack why sleep becomes so elusive in perimenopau...

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Welcome to the Pivot

Hey friend. If you’ve been wondering what’s going on with your energy, your weight, your sleep, or your emotions lately—and you’re somewhere in your late 30s, 40s, or even early 50s—let me whisper something to you:

You’re not crazy. You’re not broken. And you’re not alone.

What you’re feeling? It’s hormones. More specifically, it’s perimenopause—the body’s beautiful, frustrating, confusing transition into menopause. Most of us had no clue this was coming. No one pulled us aside and said, “Hey, heads up—your jeans might start getting tight, your sleep may tank, and that quick weight loss trick you used in your 20s? Yeah, it stops working.”

But here’s the good news: this season is not a problem. It’s an invitation.

And what you do now—how you choose to care for your changing body—can either set you up to thrive in your 50s and beyond or make it a whole lot harder to bounce back later.

The Real Signs of Hormonal Imb...

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Real-life fat loss strategies that work with your hormones, not against them

If you're in your 40s or 50s wondering why your belly fat won’t budge—despite eating well and even squeezing in workouts—girl, I see you.

You’re not lazy, you’re not doing it wrong, and you're definitely not broken. You're likely in perimenopause, and your body is shifting in ways that require a new approach to fat-burning—one that works with your hormones, not against them.

In this episode of The Menopause Makeover, I break down four simple, doable habits that can help turn on fat burning in midlife. These strategies aren’t about cutting carbs, killing yourself at the gym, or starving. They're about creating a metabolism that’s responsive and resilient in this season.

Let’s walk through each one—because you deserve to feel good in your body again.

What’s Really Blocking Fat Burn in Perimenopause?

Let’s get one thing straight: cutting calories and working ou...

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If you’re doing all the “right things” but your weight is creeping up anyway...

if your belly feels thicker every morning and you’re wondering why the scale won’t budge even though you’re eating clean and trying to move more...

welcome, friend.

You’re not just lazy. You’re not completely failing. And you’re definitely not alone in feeling stuck.

I see you: making time for workouts (when you barely have time to breathe), trying to eat whole foods, maybe even tracking macros or following THM...

and yet, your midsection feels softer, your energy is down, and your body just doesn’t respond like it used to.

You’re tired of the all-or-nothing mindset. You’re trying to stay motivated, but it’s hard when nothing seems to be working.

It’s not just you—and it’s not your fault. What used to work simply doesn’t anymore. That’s what we’re unpacking today.

My Midlife Wake-Up Call

I had my last baby at 44—nine kids total—and thought I’d bounce back ...

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Why Losing Weight in Perimenopause Feels Impossible—And What Actually Works

You’re Not Broken, You’re Not Lazy, and You’re Definitely Not Doomed

If you’ve ever stared at the scale and thought, “What in the world happened to me? I used to be able to drop 10 pounds in two weeks. Why won’t it budge now?”—I want you to know: you are absolutely not alone. And you’re definitely not broken. You’re not lazy. You’re not destined for a lifetime of tight jeans and stubborn belly fat.

You’ve just been following weight loss advice that wasn’t designed for your stage of life. Midlife, perimenopause, and menopause are a totally different ballgame. It’s time to stop beating yourself up and start understanding what your body is asking for. Let’s get into why your go-to plan isn’t working anymore—and what to do instead.

Why You Can’t Lose 10 Pounds in a Month Like You Used To

“My Old Tricks Just Don’t Work Anymore…”

Let’s be real: I’m right there with you. B...

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From Hormone Imbalance to Breakthrough: Coach KJ's Inspiring Journey with Trim Healthy Mama

If you’re a midlife woman struggling with weight loss, brain fog, and those rollercoaster hormones, grab your favorite sipper and settle in because you are not alone. Today’s post is a special one, and I can't wait for you to hear it.

I had the pleasure of chatting with my friend and fellow Trim Healthy Mama coach, KJ York. Her story is powerful, real, and full of hope. KJ’s journey from battling food addiction and hormone imbalance to finding freedom and purpose is one you need to hear. She opens up about her struggles, her faith, and the practical strategies that helped her overcome the roadblocks that so many of us face in midlife.

So if you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or just plain tired of trying to get it right—this post is for you. L...

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Feeling Stuck? Why Midlife Weight Loss Feels So Hard

If you're a woman in midlife struggling with excess weight, particularly that stubborn belly fat, you're not alone. Maybe you've tried every diet under the sun, followed all the "expert" advice, and yet nothing seems to work the way it used to. I get it.

There is so much diet noise out there—one expert says cut carbs, another says eat all the fat, and someone else swears by intermittent fasting. But what actually works for midlife women? What will help you lose weight without wrecking your metabolism or hormones in the process? Let's break it down.

Why Extreme Diets Don’t Work for Midlife Women

You might have lost weight easily in your 20s and 30s with extreme diets—low-fat, keto, fasting, whatever the trend was at the time. But now? Your body has changed, and so has what it needs.

Here’s why extreme diets backfire in midlife:

• They stress your hormones – Cutting out entire food groups or d...

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Wondering how to fuel your body with the best foods for hormone balance, fat loss, and overall health during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond?

As a Trim Healthy coach and menopause fitness specialist, I’m here to guide you through this often-confusing season with practical tips that will empower you. And yes, I’ll share my favorite hormone-supporting foods to make your grocery list a breeze!

Why Food is Medicine for Midlife Women

First, let’s start with this truth: what you eat deeply impacts how you feel, your weight, and your hormone balance.

Midlife can bring challenges like stubborn weight gain, rising cortisol, and increased inflammation. But the good news is that whole, nutrient-dense foods can help regulate your hormones, reduce stress, and even promote fat loss.

Key Foods for Weight Loss and Hormone Balance in Menopause

Here are some of the best foods to support your body during this transitional time.

1. Leafy Greens: A Magnesi...

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Midlife is no joke. If you’re feeling like you’ve lost your way—overwhelmed, exhausted, or just plain stuck—you’re not alone. This season of life brings changes that can rock even the strongest among us. I’ve been there, and so have many of the women I coach.

Menopause and perimenopause come with their own unique challenges. The brain fog, the shifting hormones, the physical and emotional exhaustion—it can feel like a tidal wave you weren’t prepared for. Add in caregiving for parents, supporting your kids, managing relationships, and maybe even work, and it’s no wonder you’re feeling depleted.

I’m here to tell you it’s okay. It’s okay to feel this way, and it’s okay to start prioritizing yourself. Today, let’s talk about how you can create your own midlife survival kit—a practical and grace-filled way to take care of yourself during menopause.

Why Does Midlife Feel So Hard?

Hormones and Brain Cha...