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Ep. 18: Take Back Your Power in Menopause

Life Coach for Women Over 50, Suzanne Oshima, is joined by Ellen Dolgen, Fearless Leader of the Menopause Revolution to break the silence around menopause. Together, they break down the most common and overlooked menopause symptoms, debunk lingering myths and misconceptions, and explore why so many women still suffer in silence. It’s time for women to take back their power.

Take Back Your Power in Menopause for Women Over 50

Ellen Dolgen

About Ellen Dolgen:

For over two decades, Ellen Dolgen has been a leader in the menopause revolution, empowering women with vital knowledge through her three books, Menopause Mondays® trademarked weekly blog and Newsletter, national media appearances, Menopause Mondays® parties, and Corporate Wellness events. Women everywhere are demanding more resources to understand their pre-peri – and post-menopause health better.

Ellen is answering that call with her groundbreaking new course, Fearless Vagina™A Crash Course in Mastering Menopause. Vetted by leading menopause and fertility specialists, this menopause course is the ultimate guide. It is packed with transformative knowledge that gives women the strength to take control, reclaim their lives, and face menopause with confidence!

Ellen is a trusted source of menopause information, recently featured on WebMD, CBS Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley, and Good Morning America. She’s made waves on The Today Show, NBC Nightly News, USA Today, NPR, Dr. Radio, Oprah Radio, Katie Couric, The Doctors, Rachel Ray, and yes, even Playboy Radio—you’ll definitely want to ask her about that one! Ellen has also worked with major pharmaceutical companies, Pfizer and Novo Nordisk, to develop engaging menopause awareness campaigns.

She’s been a fearless champion for advancing women’s health research and establishing centers for women’s wellness. An unstoppable force, Ellen is helping women everywhere shatter misconceptions about menopause and navigate it with confidence, clarity, and unshakable strength.

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To find out more about Ellen, visit her website:
https://ellendolgen.com/
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Fearless Vagina a Crash Course in Menopause

Take Back Your Power in Menopause

For too long, menopause has been treated like a taboo topic—something women were expected to quietly endure. But not anymore.

In this powerful episode, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women Over 50, sits down with Ellen Dolgen, a fierce advocate and educator leading the charge to shift the menopause conversation from silence to empowerment.

Together, they break down the most common and overlooked menopause symptoms, debunk lingering myths and misconceptions, and explore why so many women still suffer in silence.

Ellen opens up about the emotional and physical symptoms that often go undiscussed—and the real reason many women don’t seek support.

You’ll walk away from this conversation feeling seen, validated, and most importantly—empowered. If you’ve ever felt like menopause was taking over your life, this episode will remind you that you get to take your power back.

It’s time to stop suffering in silence—and start thriving.

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