When I started writing How to Menopause, I knew I couldn’t leave this part out.
The trial and error.
The frustration of not knowing what was “normal”and the fear of getting it wrong.
Because like so many women, I thought I had my health all figured out.
I exercised.
I ate clean.
I did everything “right.”
But my symptoms told a different story.
Brain fog.
Anxiety.
Sleepless nights.
A body that no longer felt like mine.
So I started asking better questions.
I interviewed 42 of the top menopause experts.
I sat with doctors for hours.
And I got honest with myself about what I needed.
Hormone therapy wasn’t a quick fix. It was a decision I made with care, research, and support.
It’s not for everyone.
But it changed everything for me.
That’s why it’s in the book, because women deserve to know what’s out there. What’s possible. What’s safe. And what’s not.
Not so you can follow my exact path.
But so you have the information to carve out your own.
Get your copy today: www.howtomenopause.com
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About Tamsen Fadal:
Tamsen Fadal is an Emmy award-winning journalist, author, menopause advocate and host of The Tamsen Show Podcast. . Tamsen’s candor and relatability have established her as a leading voice in the menopause space with a passionate, loyal social media audience of 3+ million.
Tamsen is the producer and executive producer of the PBS documentary, The M Factor, Shredding the Silence on Menopause which is the first documentary of its kind confronting the neglected menopause crisis, challenging societal and medical shortcomings, and advocating for a revolutionary approach to women’s health. Tamsen is the author of How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before (Hachette 2025).
From the boardroom to the stage at SXSW to Capitol Hill, she advocates for policies that eliminate the stigma of menopause and foster a work environment where women feel comfortable discussing and managing their midlife health journey. She is also the author of her new book, How To Menopause.
After more than three decades as a television news anchor, Tamsen made the bold decision to pivot her career towards women’s health advocacy. She’s the best friend helping guide women through midlife and beyond, acting as a one-stop resource for everything they need to know to live their best lives.
Her regular media appearances include Oprah Daily, The Today Show, The New York Times, and The Harvard Business Review.
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42 Comments
Young Living Progessence essential oil is a life saver. Wild yam based… no synthetic drugs. Been using it for years. 53 post menopausal.
No potential risks? Heart disease, blood clots, breast or endometrial cancer, weight gain, mood changes, fatigue…?
I don't do anything….I ride the waves…
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So is that essentially HRT?
43 and in perimenopause. I use compounded bio-identical hormones. Progesterone, DHEA, Pregnenolone and just recently had a tiny dose of testosterone added. Just sharing for education since there are so many different ways to use B/HRT
Thank-you Tamsen, I just met with my doctor form the first time today and she has prescribed a low dose Estrogen patch for me to get started on and see how I do for the next while until the dose is sorted and then see what else I need added. It is a bit scary as I am all alone. I hope it will help me to feel better soon.
Dr gave me bio identical hormones and it’s not working for me I still get headaches and get bad pms
You are a beautiful woman….Im going to the Dr's. in Sept.I hope my prescribed protocol will help me to look as healthy and young as you!!
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This is wonderrful!
If we only have the means to have it 😞.
is there a more natural herbal way to treat symptoms?ugh!
What do you imagine they’d answer if/when you ask YOUR doctor what training they’ve received for menopausal women? 🎉
Literally the exact same HRT prescription that I have, except I also have pessaries (vagifem) too, all which have helped massively.
Little tip for the patch – put it on the skin below your briefs so it’s not visible and estwhen wearing swimwear.
Where and how do you get this testosterone in the tube?
49 yrs old. Daily meditation, yoga, reduced alcohol consumption and ensured a hydration routine. All this stopped hot flashes, insomnia, high blood pressure and abdominal weight gain. My periods are now irregular but completely manageable. But I do recognize everyone has their own experiences and has to do the treatment that works for them… just sharing my experiences
That looks interesting something for me to consider.
Thank you…still battling it out with doctors to refine my hrt to something that works
Please answer this question…Is it normal to bleed for 8 months at a time? I am 41 years old I have been bleeding for 8 months now and the progesterone only lightens it.
All women need to learn about the estrogen hoax!!
Dr Ray Peat has written about women's health, diet and hormones for years
Research because your doctor won't, doctors are brainwashed to sell you drugs you do not need
What type of doctor do you use?
How do I get the testosterone?
Doctors won't give me testosterone in NB Canada. 😥. Everything else is the same for me..
FOR PEOPLE WITH PEANUT ALLERGIES BE CAREFUL WITH PROGESTERONE PILLS AS IT CONTAINS PEANUT OIL.
why some people are prescribed the very same first two BUT without the testosterone???
Keep trusting the BigPharmAnimals! See where that gets you
What’s the testosterone for?
I love being on HMT low T
I love your shirt lol
I was having heavy periods at 50, I am taking the Birth control pill Alesse, is that helping me with my hormones? Is anyone on the BC at 50+ ??
i don't use any of that stuff. what is the point?
Thank you so much for sharing this! I have begun the .5 estradiol patch as of the middle of March. How do I know if my dose is strong enough? I have a progesterone IUD. I guess I am just wondering: how do I know if I am on a strong enough dose? Are there signs/symptoms I should be looking for? Thanks! I appreciate this (and you) so much! 🥰
Love the pellets. Once every 3 to 4 months and I have to take nothing because gets put in my Glute muscle.
Does the progesterone cause you to break out? I tried it and breakout, hair falling out, weight gain
Embrace our womanhood including menopause . Love my Body tho am Chubby! Thank you Lord!
What for is that patch and wouuld be a sustitute of it for those of us with skin allergies? Thank uou for sharing❤
Never
I'm falling apart at 46 in perimenopause. I need something. My anxiety, lack of sleep, itching, increased joint pain (have RA), horrendous mood swings, and gereral loosing it, have got to stop. I am not doing well.
Can you say more about the testosterone cream? I feel that I may need that, not sure if my doctor will agree, and I can’t get in to see her for a few weeks. Wondering if there is a safe, natural testosterone cream out there? Thanks!
For all of those that they are like, oh I am gonna go natural, we are not created equal, please be mindful for people that they’re really suffering a lot, there is women that they lost their jobs and they cant function because of the menopause. And I’m one of them, and I am allergic to hormone therapy. So we suffer in silence.
56yo.
No carbs after 3pm. Hot flashes and night sweats stopped completely. If i have carbs after 3pm, they come back.
I use HRT for 5 yrs now. I had a woman ask me how old I was. I was confused b/c I fiqured she was the same age as me. I said I was going to be 48 yrs old. How old are you? She said 44. She said I looked like I was in my late 30’s. I smiled and said thank you!
I have a friend whose mom has a bad case of dementia. And she super mean and violent. She suffered from hot flashes and horrible mood swings. The woman was miserable. Such a tragedy. Studies are showing dementia maybe cause by an absence of estrogen. This was 20 yrs ago. She had great medical benefits b/c she worked in the medical setting. Now the poor woman is nothing like she used to be and wonders around d her house b/c she can’t remember who she is or the ppl around her. 😢 so heartbreaking. I listened to a podcast about HRT and how women are ignored. Pharma had no problem discovering Vaigra for men what’s the deal with women? It turns out they had it figured out in the 70’s then the misinfo came. My dr said that they found the HRT worked too good. Less women needed other med like depression, anxiety, migraines etc so they decided to misinform the masses and say it caused problems.