Menobodies
Menobodies Podcast: Empowering Your Midlife JourneyWelcome to the Menobodies Podcast — the space where perimenopause and menopause aren’t whispered about, but spoken of loud and clear. I’m Beth Lohman — a mental-health therapist, personal trainer, and wellness pro with over 19 years of experience — and I’m here to bring you the insights, strategies, and community you deserve as you navigate this stage. In each episode, we’ll dig into the mind-body connection of midlife health, unravel the research (skip the gimmicks!), talk honestly about the changes in your body and mindset, and outline actionable plans you can start today. Whether you’re just st...
Maycember in Midlife Perimenopause and Menopause - Being Busy
☕ Welcome
Hey there Menobodies! 💛
Grab a coffee and let’s take a breather and chitty chat.
I don’t know about you, but the term “Maycember” feels SO fitting for my life right now. 😅
You know… the idea that December is usually one of the busiest times of year here in the US — and somehow May has become just as packed.
Put together May + December and we get… Maycember.
And honestly? I feel it deeply.
Between schedules, responsibilities, sports, school events, work, graduation parties, emails, laundry, meals, and trying to function like a nor...
Summer Stress, Gut Healing, and What’s Next for Menobodies
Share Your Ideas for Future Menobodies Podcast Episodes HERE!
Hey fabulous Menobody ☕
If you’re new here—welcome! I’m Beth Lohman, a woman walking through perimenopause and sharing my journey, the research, and the real-life messy middle of it all.
Today is another Potpourri Episode—which means we’re catching up on all the things: life updates, healing progress, what’s coming next for Menobodies, and some future topics I’m digging into.
So grab your coffee and let’s chitty-chat.
Big Menobodies Updates 🎉
Guests...
Grieving Ourselves: The Hidden Losses of Perimenopause
Hey girl, hey. ☕
And to my non-female-identifying listeners—hey there. Love you too.
Grab your coffee.
And maybe some tissues.
Because this one might bring some tears.
Today we’re having a chitty-chat about something I don’t think gets talked about enough in perimenopause:
Grief.
But not grief from losing a loved one.
Not grief from heartbreak.
Grief for ourselves.
Yep.
The grief of who we used to be.
Stay with me.
The Grief We Don’t Talk About
Perimenopause changes us.
And w...
Having Patience in the Perimenopause Process - It is not a quick fix
☕ Episode Summary
Hey sunshines—grab your coffee and settle in.
Today’s conversation is all about something we know but struggle to live out: patience.In a world built on instant gratification, slowing down can feel almost rebellious. But when it comes to our bodies—especially during perimenopause and menopause—there is no skipping from A to Z.
We’re talking about the reality of healing, weight changes, hormones, and self-image… and why the “quick fix” mindset often does more harm than good.
This is your reminder: you’re not behind—you’re...
Go Do You: Advocacy, Self-Care & Letting Go of the Shame in Midlife and Perimenopause
☕ Welcome
Hey good looking!
I’m so glad you’re here.
Grab your coffee (hot? iced? split shot?) and let’s settle in for a little chitty-chat.
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on what our Menobodies community has been sharing—and wow, the themes are loud and clear. What we’re experiencing in peri/menopause isn’t all that different from what we see in women’s sports and aging in general:
Not being taken seriouslyBeing told “this is just part of life”Feeling like we’re somehow “past our prime”...
Movement, Not Mayhem: Rethinking Exercise in Perimenopause
Hey there girl, gal, ya’ll, you!
Grab your favorite coffee (split shot, anyone? 😉) and settle in for a cozy chat.
This episode starts with a heartfelt (and slightly tragic) coffee story featuring a spill, a comeback visit, and a reminder that genuine human kindness still exists. Huge love to a local Indy gem, Lulu’s Coffee and Bake House, for restoring faith in good old-fashioned customer service. 💛
But today’s episode isn’t really about coffee…It’s about something even more personal:
👉 Customized movement in perimenopause and menopause
🧠 Let’s Set the Stage
Full Court Press: Menopause & the WNBA
🏀 Welcome In
Hey hey, Menobodies!
Today’s episode is all about menopause and the WNBA—and yes, this one is a little personal.
Because… I live in Indianapolis, and we’ve got the incredible Indiana Fever right here.
So naturally, my curiosity kicked in hard:
👉 What is happening in women’s professional basketball when it comes to menopause?
Let’s dig in.
🔍 What Came Up First (And Why It Matters)
The first thing that popped up in my search?
A partners...
Game On: Sports, Strength & Surviving Perimenopause and Menopause
🏀 Welcome to the Game
Let’s gooooo!!
(Yes, that full-on sports announcer energy 🎤)
Welcome back, Menobodies! This week, we’re grabbing our coffee to-go and heading out together—imagine we’re driving to a women’s college basketball tournament during March Madness. 🚗☕
🏀 As we cruise, we’re having one of those real, winding, bestie-style conversations—this time about women’s sports and perimenopause… and how these two worlds absolutely collide.
💪 Women in Sports = Women in Perimenopause
Let’s broaden the definition of “athlete” for a second:
Professional athletesRecrea...
Perimenopause Potpourri: Hormones, Gut Health, and Real Stories
Welcome ☕
Hello, Menobodies!
Do you have your favorite coffee or beverage ready?
Today’s episode is a classic coffee chitty chat — the kind where best friends sit down together and bounce from topic to topic. You know the kind: we follow each other easily, but someone listening from the next table might be completely lost.
That’s the vibe today.
We’re talking about health updates, hormones, physical therapy, nutrition therapy, and some stories I’ve heard recently from other women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
So grab...
Parenting Your Parents in Midlife and Perimenopause and Menopause
Welcome ☕
Hello, Menobodies!
Welcome to another cozy coffee chat. Imagine we’re sitting together catching up for a bit.
Today I’m sipping an iced split-shot oat milk latte with stevia. And yes… I felt very cool the first time I learned to order a “split shot.”
My coffee order has actually changed a lot since starting nutrition therapy, and I’ll share more about that journey in a future episode.
So grab your favorite drink and let’s chitty chat.
Today...
Perimenopause with my daughters as guests - truth, honesty and laughter
☕ Welcome
Imagine we’re sitting around the kitchen table. Maybe there’s a snack half-eaten, someone interrupting us, a little chaos in the background — and today, two very special guests joining the conversation.This episode is different. It’s personal. It’s honest. And it involves the people who live closest to my perimenopause journey… my girls.
👋 Intro Me
I’m your host, mom in perimenopause, learning in real time how to navigate hormones, emotions, hot flashes, and everything in between — while raising daughters who are watching it all unfold.Today felt like the p...
Parenting in Menopause - It's Hard Ya'll
Welcome, Menobody.
I’m so glad you’re here.
Let’s imagine this episode the way it actually feels: you and me, sitting down with our favorite cup of coffee for a little chat. We’re cozy… but also getting up mid-sentence to use the bathroom, grab a napkin, or pick something up off the floor that we dropped five minutes ago. If you’re picturing that too—you’re doing it right.💛
This Month on Menobodies: Caretaking in Peri/Menopause
This month’s episodes are all about caretaking during perimenopause and menopause.I originally...
When the Down Days Linger: Peri/Menopause, Mental Health, and Just Keepin’ On
Hey there, Menobodies—and all who are listening.
(said with a little ho-hum… a little sadness)
Today’s episode comes from a tender place. I’m feeling a bit down, and I wanted to show up anyway—because if you’ve had low moments during perimenopause or menopause, I want you to know you are not alone.
Setting the Stage
Just a couple episodes back, I talked about having a “down day” and how I handled it.
Well… this time it wasn’t a day.
Coming out of the holidays—end of year...
Details of Peri/Menopause Appointments at 45 - HRT, Mammogram, Colonoscopy, Pelvic Floor Therapy!
Welcome Hey hey, Menobody!
I’m so glad you’re here. Before we dive in, I want to give a gentle heads-up:
Today’s episode includes medical discussions about perimenopause and the female body. I’ll be sharing personal experiences from recent appointments, procedures, and follow-ups. If medical content feels triggering or unsafe for you right now, please know it’s completely okay to skip this episode. Take care of yourself first. 💛
My Gynecology Appointment & Starting HRT
About a month ago, I had my annual gynecology appointment — and I waited to...
Galentine’s, Community & Building Your Village in Perimenopause and Menopause
Welcome, welcome!
Today’s episode is happy, cheery, and full-on Galentine’s vibes — like you’re about to meet your bestie girlfriends for coffee ☕💖
I want to start by sharing a little behind-the-scenes moment from Menobodies.
This episode was originally supposed to be my very first in-person conversation with someone else on the podcast. I had my heart set on inviting my dear friend Danielle. But as I tried to make it happen, I realized something didn’t feel right. I was rushing it. Life is busy. Danielle is busy. I’m busy. And instead of feeling exciti...
Discouraging Days in Perimenopause and Menopause
Ever have one of those days? The ones where your body feels heavy, your emotions hit hard, and motivation feels miles away? In this raw and comforting episode, Beth gets real about what happens when discouragement creeps in — physically, emotionally, and mentally. From bloating and body image struggles to the spiral of guilt and shame, she opens up about the messy middle of being human and how to soothe yourself with compassion, not criticism.
This isn’t about quick fixes or hiding from life — it’s about grounding yourself, giving space for your feelings, and finding small, healing actions that hel...
S.A.D. Season Affective Disorder - what it is, how do we cope, with perimenopause and menopause
If my high-energy “HEY THERE, HEY THERE!” irritated you today… no judgment! 😅
This time of year might call for the softer, calming version:
Hello… welcome in.
Because for many of us—especially here in the chilly Midwest—the darker days of winter are rolling in. And research shows this season can hit our mental health hard, contributing to:Low mood + sadness
Drop in energy + motivation
Social withdrawal
And even diagnosable depression
Yes, truly. 👇
In the DSM (the diagnosing guide for mental h...
Judging others in perimenopause, how to stop judging and how it helps you
Hey there, is that a new haircut? 😏
Suuuuure… it looks niccceee. (Said with a little too much sarcasm.)
Don’t worry — that’s actually not me.
That’s me giving you a sneak peek into today’s topic:
Judgment 😬 Dun, dun, DUN!
We’re talking about how easily we slip into judging other women — especially when we’re feeling insecure ourselves. And how we can shift from judgment to empathy, support, and solidarity.
In This Episode
✨ What judgment looks like — and how it sneaks i...
How to Set Goals, if goals are right for you, make them SMART goals
Welcome
Hey, hey! Is it a snowy day where you are? At the very least, it’s cold—which feels like the perfect time to cozy up for this conversation about goals, acceptance, and what actually creates long-term well-being.In today’s episode, we’re talking about redefining goals in a way that doesn’t overwhelm us, unhinge us, or set us up for the dreaded F-word (no, not that one—failure). Instead, we’re starting with something deeper and steadier: acceptance.
✨ Why Acceptance Comes First
We often set goals around things that fade—weight...
Getting rid of the F-word, failure. Learning to work through mistakes.
Happy 2026, Menobodies! 🎉
We know the new year can bring excitement and anxiety — the pressure to have a “perfect year” can feel heavy. But this episode is all about rethinking that pressure and shifting our mindset toward empowerment.
Today’s Topic
The F-word: Failure.
(Sure… sometimes the other one too. 😆)We’re diving into why failure feels so big and scary — and how redefining it can set us free.
What We Cover
✨ Why failure feels like a threat
✨ Where those beliefs come from (society, family, childho...
Freedom from New Year's Resolutions
Welcome, welcome!
We’re closing out the year with a slightly controversial topic… 👀
It’s almost December 31st.
Which means January 1st is coming.
And that means… New Year’s Resolutions. 🎇
As someone who has spent many years in gyms and wellness — including working as a fitness director — I’ve seen what January looks like firsthand. Gyms are PACKED from the New Year through mid-February. And then? The slow fade. The “die-off.” The resolutions that don’t survive. Not just in fitness, but in every area of life.
And that is why…I...
Taking Breaks - why rest matters more than ever
Hey, hey there! Thanks for tuning in — especially if you're listening the week we dropped this episode (hello, 12/25!). We’re right between Christmas and New Year’s — a weird and wonderful space where “time off” should actually mean time off. And that brings us to today’s topic: Taking breaks. 🛑✨
Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or somewhere in between — your body, brain, and emotions need more care. More rest. More down time. Today, we’re diving into why that matters and how to make it happen.
🎙️ In This Episode
We’re tal...
7 Ways to take it easy in the busy season and with perimenopause
Hiiiiiiiii there (cue the yoga exhale 🧘♀️).
Because today’s episode is all about taking it easy — slowing down, relaxing, restoring, finding calm and peace, and grounding yourself, especially during the busiest time of the year.
It’s deep in the holiday season as I record this, and that’s exactly why this topic matters. You need rest and restoration the most when life feels the most chaotic. Thirty minutes of true rest will give you more than pushing through another 30 minutes exhausted ever could.
When you slow down and restore, you can think clearly, focus better, have more...
Holiday Mantras to Get You Through Hard Times; Positive Self-Messages
If the holidays bring you more stress than sparkle, this episode is for you. Today, we’re not talking drills or staple guns (though those might come in handy if you need an excuse to “fix something” and sneak away from family chaos 😅). Instead, we’re talking about a different kind of power tool — one that helps you stay calm, grounded, and sane when life (and Aunt Marge) get intense: the power of mantras.
💬 What You’ll Hear About in This Episode:
Why the holidays can be emotionally tough — and you’re not alone if...
MiniPod How to Make Friends
A little bonus share:
tips on how to handle conversations in social settings
how to keep conversations goinghow to handle akward silenceshow to have easy outs when needed
Connect with Beth:
💌 Email: info@bethlohman.com
📱 Instagram & Facebook: @menobodies
🌐 Website: www.menobodies.com/home
🗞️Newsletter:www.menobodies.com/newsletter
Humor in Perimenopause and Menopause, You are Not Alone
Share your perim/menopause funny story via this link Menobodies Humor Stories
Welcome, Menobodies!
Hey there, hey there! Today’s episode is short, sweet, and perfect for the busy holiday season. We’re taking a lighter look at something that usually gets a bad rap — the humor of perimenopause and menopause.
If you’ve ever listened to Dax Shepard and Monica Padman’s Armchair Anonymous, you know their “Funny Friday” stories. Well, this is my version — a “Funny Friday: Menobodies Edition.”
Because let’s be honest… peri/menop...
Healthy Holiday Communication - what to say, how to let go of holding guilt and fixing others' emotions; conversation tools and tips
Happy Holiday Season, Menobodies! Whether you celebrate all the holidays, just one, or none at all — this episode is for you. Because no matter what’s on your calendar, there’s one thing we all have to deal with this time of year: communication.
Let’s be honest — it’s way easier to spot bad communication than to practice healthy communication. You know the drill:
Yelling, sarcasm, or the silent treatmentBottling things up until you explodeTalking about someone instead of to themPassive-aggressive commentsOr just plain pretending everything’s fine when it’s notSound familiar? Yeah… we’ve all been the...
Phase of Menopause in colors of the seasons, how we can move through them with success
Welcome, Menobodies and all who are listening!
Beth here — and guess what? It’s our first snowfall of the season! Still technically fall, but that walk today with chilly air and a few flakes falling got me really looking at the trees. The colors were still hanging on — and that bright, vivid red? I decided to name it “Alive Red.” You know that color that can’t quite be captured by camera, crayon, or marker? It’s vibrant, full of life, and totally stands out. And that “Alive Red” got me thinking about us — about the phases we go through in per...
Chameleoning - knowing how to show up differently in different situations but not lose who you are
Welcome, Menobodies!
Hi there, hi there! I’m so glad you’re here today — because we’re diving into one of my favorite topics: Chameleoning.
Now, I don’t have a copyright on that term (at least not yet, ha!), but I might’ve come up with it! So what does chameleoning mean?
👉 Definition: being a different version of yourself in different situations.
Not lying, not pretending — but shifting energy, expression, and focus depending on where you are and who you’re with.
For example:
When I’m with friends who lo...
The Power of Pausing to Calm Yourself and Reset; Reset Physically, Emotionally, and Mentally
Welcome, Menobodies!
Hey, hey — it’s another day and another Menobodies podcast episode! We’re exploring what it means to pause, how to do it, and why it’s so powerful—especially in the busier, more exhausting seasons of life, like peri/menopause.
💭 In This Episode
We’ll dive into:
What it really means to pauseWhy pausing helps your body, mind, and emotionsHow it resets your nervous system and helps you regain controlThree types of pauses: physical, mental, and emotionalPractical tools you can start using today to calm your system and think clearly🧘♀️ W...
Rebeling against culture expectations of menopause
Happy Halloween — or not! In this week’s episode of Menobodies, Beth shares how a floating ghost in a tree triggered a reflection on cultural expectations — from Halloween to menopause. What happens when you realize you don’t have to love what everyone else does? Or dress, act, and age the way society says you should? This episode dives into finding joy in doing things your own way — whether that means skipping the scary stuff, embracing elastic-waist freedom (or not!), or starting something completely new in midlife.
In This Episode:
👻 Why Beth’s Halloween “boo” moment turned into...
Resetting nervous system
Hey Menobodies! In this calming and practical episode, Beth tackles a topic that affects everyone—especially during perimenopause and menopause—the nervous system and how to reset it.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, on edge, or constantly “on,” this episode is for you. Beth explains what the nervous system is, how stress keeps it stuck in overdrive, and why learning to reset it can transform both your mental and physical health.
In this episode, Beth covers:
The basics of the nervous system and what “resetting” really means
Spiraling Thoughts and How to Stop Them
Welcome back, Menobodies! In this episode, Beth dives into a topic she often talks about in her therapy sessions—spiraling thoughts. You know that mental tornado that starts with one worry and suddenly sweeps you into worst-case scenarios? Whether it’s about sleep, weight, or everyday stress, Beth breaks it down with her signature mix of humor, heart, and practicality.
In this episode, Beth covers:
What spiraling thoughts actually are (and why they hit harder during perimenopause and menopause)How anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and black-and-white thinking feed the spiralHer “tornado” visual—how one thought builds into chaos...
Weigh, Hormones, and Midlife Bodies
Welcome back, Menobodies! In this honest and compassionate episode, Beth dives into one of the most common (and emotional) parts of perimenopause and menopause—weight changes.
She starts with a gentle reminder: this episode discusses weight and body image, so take care of yourself before listening if the topic feels sensitive.
In this episode, Beth talks about:
Why many women gain weight during perimenopause and menopause
Shifts in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone
Cortisol’s role in midsection weight gain
Slower metabolism with age
Her...
Peeing Your Pants Isn’t Cool—But It Is Normal
Welcome back, Menobodies! Beth dives into the first real topic episode with a mix of humor, honesty, and real talk about something a lot of women deal with but rarely discuss—bladder leaks and pelvic floor changes during perimenopause and menopause.
Yes, we’re talking about sneezing, laughing, running, or jumping…and realizing you just tinkled a bit. It happens, and Beth’s here to normalize the conversation, reduce the shame, and explore what you can actually do about it.
In this episode, Beth covers:
Why bladder leaks are common: age, childbir...
Meet Beth: The Heart Behind Menobodies
In this first episode, Beth warmly welcomes listeners and shares how her perimenopause journey—weight changes, sleepless nights, and shifting moods—sparked a deeper dive into wellness and mental health. With a background in fitness, kinesiology, and therapy, she combines science, humor, and heart to help others navigate life’s transitions.
Beth opens up about her own experiences with anxiety, perfectionism, and loss, explaining how they shaped her as a therapist and inspired Neon Lavender Therapy & Wellness and Menobodies & NL Coaching.
Listeners can expect future episodes that blend real talk, research, and relatable stories on per...
