About Michelle

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Welcome! I'm Michelle and I introduced Holistic Menopause in 2004. It’s my goal to empower you with the information, resources, and skills to embrace perimenopause and menopause with confidence, honor, and ease. 

Back in 2004, I was one of only a few women talking about menopause, let alone taking a positive, holistic approach to this profound time of life. Today, there are thousands of people offering advice at the click of a link. Unfortunately, many are providing inaccurate information that can actually make you feel worse and can even lead to hormone-related health conditions. 

A lot of things have remained the same since 2004. Most notably, advice on the internet and often by a doctor is given without the distinction between perimenopause and menopause taken into consideration. These two profoundly different phases of this natural life transition must be addressed in their own unique way. What helps during actual menopause can do more harm than good during perimenopause. 

Sadly, the way many doctors respond to hormonal changes hasn't evolved much either. To this day, the protocol for irregular or heavy periods is a prescription for "The Pill." Feeling moody? An anti-depressant is often prescribed as well. Far too often, medications are used to mask symptoms without addressing their core cause. And unfortunately, there are also still far too many unnecessary hysterectomies being performed.  

Navigating through the long journey of perimenopause and menopause can be very overwhelming. You may not know where to start or which way to go and you likely feel vulnerable and confused. You’ve probably already spent money on trial-and-error approaches for symptom relief without results and you don't have anyone to turn to for solid information and support. 

With over 35 years as a nutritionist, holistic health practitioner, and consultant, and 22 years in the Natural Products Industry working with leading nutritional supplement and herbal medicine brands, I help take the guesswork out of the confusing task of deciding which products to use, and the brands to choose for the best results possible.  

Consider me as a guide to help you avoid the wrong turns and dead ends along the way, and to set you on the path to natural hormonal balance. At 67, I’ve been where you are and I know where you're going. My shortcuts will save you time, money, and energy while helping you feel like yourself again. With a third of your life still ahead, you deserve to invest in your long-term wellness and feel your best.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of support in any way. 

All my best, 

Michelle