Today’s episode is your ultimate women’s hormone health guide for every age. If you are dealing with painful periods, infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, struggling with perimenopause, menopause, or confused about birth control - this episode is a MUST listen. From PMS to menopause, this episode will teach you how to use science to hack your hormones, reset your body, and feel amazing again. Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Sharon Malone, MD, one of the most trusted medical experts in women’s health today, to cover health topics we have never discussed on this podcast before. Whether you’re 25, 35, 45, 65, or even 85 - this is your playbook to understanding what is happening in your body so you can take better care of your health. Dr. Malone is a board-certified OB-GYN, a nationally recognized expert in menopause, perimenopause, and reproductive health, and she has been in clinical practice for almost 40 years. And today, she is unpacking the science of women’s hormones in a way you’ve never heard before. Dr. Malone answers the questions women everywhere are asking and explains, step by step, exactly what is happening in your body and how to get it back in balance. You’ll learn: -The symptoms that deserve your attention -Why painful periods are not something you should just push through -The truth about birth control and your long-term health and fertility -What you need to know about natural birth control and how to think about your options -What you need to know about fertility and infertility -How endometriosis and PCOS impact women’s health -What perimenopause really is and why so many women miss the signs -What to know about menopause and HRT -Why weight changes happen as hormones shift -How muscle loss impacts your health as you age -What every woman needs to understand about osteoporosis -The two specific questions you need to ask your mom -The misinformation online that is hurting women’s health This is your science-backed step-by-step guide to balancing your hormones for health, happiness, and longevity. No matter how old or young you are, this episode is relevant for you and for every woman you love. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-417/ Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themelrobbinspodcast I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. In this episode: 00:00 Meet the Guest 02:42 What Every Woman Needs to Know About Hormones 06:53 Birth Control vs. Natural Birth Control 09:25 The Best Birth Control Options Explained 11:01 The Science Behind Birth Control 15:53 Does Natural Birth Control Work? 24:11 PCOS Explained from an OB-GYN 28:56 How to Know If You Have Endometriosis 33:33 The Best Age to Have Children 35:46 Should You Freeze Your Eggs? 39:32 Questions Every Daughter Should Ask Her Mom 42:51 Can You Get Pregnant With PCOS? 43:44 Why Do Women Have Hot Flashes? 49:58 When to Start HRT 56:11 Estrogen Patch Alternatives 58:28 HRT vs. Vaginal Estrogen 01:01:45 The #1 Exercise for Strong Bones 01:10:30 The Two Questions to Ask Your Doctor 01:13:36 How to Thrive After Menopause — Follow Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/ TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@melrobbins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melrobbins Website: http://melrobbins.com​ — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins​?sub_confirmation=1 — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah