Wellness & Longevity
5 Things That Drain Your Summer Energy (and Wha... 7 min read
Summer can be frustrating. While it should be the season of ease, sunshine, and poolside chill…it often delivers the exact opposite. Especially when you’re in perimenopause or menopause. And that’s...
My Explant Surgery Journey: Healing, Hindsight,... 4 min read
The Day Before Surgery: A Letter From My Heart Lying in bed the morning before my explant surgery, I felt a wave of emotions I can only describe as sacred....
The Girlfriend Doctor’s Checklist for Better Ni... 10 min read
Do you have to get up multiple times at night to pee? Oh, so many of us do! It ruins our ability to get quality sleep, can disrupt our healthy...
Wine, Hormones, and Grey Area Drinking: My Jour... 6 min read
When the Nature Communications article on binge drinking during high-estrogen cycles in mice was published in late 2024, I couldn’t help but laugh. The mental image of tipsy little mice...
How a Rodeo Taught Me the Secret to Success in ... 7 min read
DOWNLOAD THE JOURNAL If you're like me, you recognize areas in your life that need improvement. Personally, I am constantly refining, always striving to be better. This past weekend, as...
Honoring Legacy: A Journey of Longevity, Resili... 5 min read
One of the challenges of aging is seeing those around you, peers, family, and friends, pass away or get ill. I remember when my father, in his 80’s, told me...
Your Hope is Your Power 3 min read
Discover hope and healing with your Girlfriend Doctor. Learn about natural solutions for menopause, weight management, and overall wellness. Explore powerful lifestyle changes, personal health journeys, and expert advice for...
Balancing Caregiving and Menopause 6 min read
I know that many of you are in the midst of caregiving for an elderly parent, a spouse, or other loved one. As any type of caregiver, you may be...
Lessons in Resilience and Beauty from Martha St... 7 min read
Have you ever found yourself captivated by a story of resilience that makes you reflect on your own life? Recently, I watched the Netflix documentary "Martha" about Martha Stewart's life,...
10 Signs You Don’t Drink Enough Water 8 min read
Lack of quality hydration has serious consequences for your body, your hormones, and your menopause experience. Here are 10 signs you don’t drink enough water.
Fitness and Mighty Maca: Boosting Performance a... 7 min read
Building muscle is one of the most important things you can do as you age. It helps improve every single health marker you can think of and it makes you...
Feel Optimal, Not Old… 3 min read
Do you want to be normal or do you want to be optimal? Seriously, if you are feeling OLD, please ask yourself why. Here are some of my pearls, disciplines and practices.