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Sleepless in Seattle: Perimenopause, Night Sweats & Losing Your Joy with Megan Bird

Here is the complete, condensed version of your show notes. This version clocks in at approximately 3,800 characters, leaving you plenty of space for specific YouTube tags or additional links while staying well under the 5,000-character limit. Episode Title: From Event Planning to "Coming of Rage" with Megan Bird In this episode, Lauren welcomes Megan Bird from Seattle—an event planner turned perimenopause podcaster and newly minted menopause coach. Megan’s story is one many will recognize: the "perfect storm" of kids, COVID, and perimenopause that drained the joy from her dream job, leaving her confused, stuck, and searching for answers. After 15 years running a successful company, Megan hit a wall where her "give a shit was just tapped out." We dive into the menopause snake oil industry, the importance of evidence-based education, and how sleepless nights finally pushed her toward exploring hormone therapy. If you’ve ever felt your joy "bleeding away" or found yourself waking up soaked through at 5:30 AM, Megan’s story will resonate deeply. Chapter Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Megan Bird’s Journey 01:00 From Dream Job to "Give a Shit Tapped Out" 02:15 The Love Language of Client Gratitude 04:10 The Trifecta: Kids, COVID, and Perimenopause 06:05 Searching for Real Answers in the Noise 07:45 The "Snake Oil" and Menopause Chocolate Scam 09:20 Red Flags: Sketchy Coaching Certifications 11:30 Why Megan Chose Women of a Certain Stage 13:15 Learning Styles: Asynchronous vs. Synchronous 14:50 Why AI Can’t Replace Human Connection 16:30 The 5:30 AM Wake-Up Call in Seattle 17:45 Launching the "Coming of Rage" Podcast 19:30 Changing Careers Mid-Diploma 22:15 Lessons from the Birthing Industry 24:45 Breaking Down Complex Menopause Research 27:10 The Failure of Preventative Care in the US 29:35 Sleep: The #1 Cross to Bear 32:00 Reaching the Breaking Point & HRT Key Points Covered: The Afirmation Trap: How 15 years of high-stakes event planning (Xbox PR included) lost its spark when the hormonal "give a shit" tanked. The Joy Gap: Why many women feel like "on paper I have everything," yet feel a profound sense of being stuck and sad. The Snake Oil Industry: De-bunking "menopause chocolate," useless supplements, and the "absolute garbage" marketing saturating the US market. Sketchy "Coaching" Programs: Why a 500-page PDF isn't a replacement for real human interaction and assessment in menopause training. Why Synchronous Learning Matters: Megan shares why she needed a live community and dialogue over "floating out there alone" in the menopause space. AI vs. Human Connection: Why seeing each other’s "eyeballs" and body language provides the fuel to become our best selves. Connect with Megan: Instagram: @comingofrage Podcast: "Coming of Rage" co-hosted with her best friend (Launching late Feb 2026) Resources Mentioned: Menopause Coach Diploma: [Link Here] Free Guide: [Top 5 Evidence-Based Resources] Tracking: Oura Ring (Sleep & Body Temp) Research: Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) Updates Meet Your Host: Lauren is the founder of Women of a Certain Stage and creator of the Become a Menopause Coach diploma. After fearing she had early-onset dementia at 37, Lauren discovered it was menopause—now she provides the evidence-based education she couldn't find in a market saturated with misinformation. Ready to get real menopause education? Book a free discovery call: [Link] Join a live cohort where you'll learn from medical experts and practice skills in real-time—not just be handed a printout and wished luck. Content Warning: Includes frank discussion of sleep deprivation, night sweats, and swearing. Disclaimer: Information is for educational purposes only and doesn't replace medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional.