The Truth About Menopause and Hormones for Women Over 40 with Dr. Louise Newson

Hailey Happens Fitness + Love By Laura

11 September 2025

🎉 It’s our 100th episode and Season 4 launch of The Body Pod and we’re marking the milestone with a powerful conversation that every woman over 40 needs to hear. In this game-changing episode, Dr. Louise Newson—known as “the medic who kickstarted the menopause revolution”—joins us to debunk menopause myths, explain hormone therapy (HRT), and redefine what healthy aging looks like. We discuss: Why too many women are wrongly prescribed antidepressants for perimenopauseThe essential roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in brain, bone, and heart healthThe real science behind HRT and who it’s forWhy individualized, evidence-based care mattersThe dangers of medical misinformation and outdated menopause narrativesWhether you're in perimenopause, postmenopause, or just starting to ask questions, this episode offers empowering, no-nonsense insights to help you make informed health decisions. Dr. Newson’s message is clear: No woman should suffer through menopause without support, education, and choice. Shred Happens starts April 19. Join this revolutionary 6-week challenge aimed at shredding fat and building muscle, specifically for the midlife female. Hailey's priority waitlist is your ticket to early access, special pricing and bonuses you won't find elsewhere. YES! I WANT TO SHRED