Meet Your Hosts Mikelle and Michelle

Do you know everything you need to know about perimenopause?

We didn’t either.

Introducing the This Is Perimenopause podcast! We are your hosts Michelle and Mikelle and we know firsthand how confusing, overwhelming, and downright scary this phase of life can be.

We’re on a mission to help others be better informed than we were when we started our journeys. We are excited to talk to a variety of people who are eager to share their personal stories and expert advice.

Through our podcast and website we will share the resources, tools and information you need to get a better handle on what’s going on in your mind and body during perimenopause.

On today's episode, we share some of our stories about menopause, hormones, our friendship and how This Is Perimenopause came to be.

Here are some of the things we talked about in our conversation today and where you can find them in this episode.

6:42 - What is This Is Perimenopause?

Mikelle and Michelle tell us the story of how they started the This Is Perimenopause website and podcast and why they are passionate about providing information and support for anyone experiencing symptoms of perimenopause.

8:28 - Perimenopause vs Menopause vs Post-Menopause Explained.

Mikelle and Michelle explain the differences between all of these terms. And surprise…one of them only lasts for one day!

11:15 - Get to know your hosts!

Hear the story of how Michelle and Mikelle met and how they have supported each other through breakups, marriages, love and babies.

15:14 - The AC Studio and This Is Perimenopause

The Accelerator Centre is an incubator for innovators. This Is Perimenopause is part of the AC Studio program. Hear about the support Michelle and Mikelle receive through this program as well as come of the challenges they face as women founders in the start-up space.

21:41 - Real life stories and expert advice

Michelle and Mikelle tell us exactly what you can find on the This Is Perimenopause website, from blogs about changing hormones, women’s health issues, and expert advice on how to manage menopause symptoms and what support and solutions are available.

Plus, Michelle and Mikelle each share their Perimenopause story and experiences so far.

31:02 What is the one thing Michelle and Mikelle want you to know about perimenopause?

Hint: it’s not the end it’s just the beginning!

What did you think of today's episode? We want to hear from you!