I'm so glad I found you. I've been through hell and back. I knew there was something wrong but they told me my "labs were normal". I lost my 9 year job and my world came crashing down. I'm going to watch all your videos and educate myself. Thank you so much for sharing your message and being an advocate for women.
Yvonne, I am so glad you're here at "Menopause University." If you start with video #1 and watch them all in order, you will definitely understand everything. But if you watch them randomly, you will definitely sabotage your entire menopause education. And if you ever want me to tailor all the information specifically to YOU, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all via video conferencing, so it doesn't matter where you live.
@@MenopauseTaylor oh I'm definitely going to get in contact with you. My whole family has Covid right now so as soon as I'm feeling better I will contact you. I'm just concentrating on getting better at the moment. Ugh! It's been a rough ride.
Yep, I have the wrong doctor! When I went to see him because all of a sudden my periods were extremely heavy and my chin was covered in pimples, he rolled his eyes and said that at 45 I had at least five more years to worry about menopause. It was the end of the discussion. Thanks to your videos I convinced him I should go back on the pill and could not be happier I did! Thank you!!
Daria, You should seriously consider having a consultation with me. The clock is ticking. And before you know it, that doctor is going to stop your birth control pills and then you'll have yet another battle on your hands. In a consultation, I will teach you precisely how to make absolutely sure you alive yourself with a doctor who will help you manage your menopause your way. If you want a consultation, just schedule it at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
Keep up your hard work! I wish all medical professionals were as knowledgeable as you. That will changes with time, effort and training-- like you are doing. I've learned so much watching these videos. It has completely changed my life. I was guided by myths and now I'm making decisions grounded in facts----Life changing!
OMG! Just Thank You! That's all, thank you! I found your channel because of Dominique. I feel like I need to watch EVERY single one of your videos now.
Barbara, Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
Barbara Visoria I couldn’t agree more about watching every video, IN ORDER. I got a notebook and started taking notes. This has been the best investment in myself! After suffering for 10 years...yes! 10 years, I came away with such an education and was empowered to ask my doctor for exactly what I needed...not what they thought! I scheduled a consultation with Dr. Taylor for confirmation and clarity before my last appointment. Best decision ever! I have been feeling like my “old self”. I’m 55 now but feel like my energetic, happy, positive and motivated 30-something self. I highly recommend investing in yourself by watching these videos followed up by at least one consultation with Dr. Taylor.
My new (and quickly former) HRT doctor immediately prescribed Adderall, which I was ok with at the time because she made some compelling points about why I could benefit from it -- until I found that the generic is called "amphetamine salts" and made me feel like I wanted to harm others ("do you feel like yourself, do you want to harm yourself or others?") and that her former clinic was a weight loss franchise (and yes, I need to lose some weight but that's not why I was there). I needed my beloved Estradiol. Then the next HRT place I went to touted loading you up on lots of hormones, but balanced so it was breast protective, but when I said I felt HORRIBLE, the three little practitioners gathered around the laptop and said those magic words, "well, your numbers are perfect." I've since found a great place, with a fantastic PA who knows her stuff.
Great information. I have had breast cancer, and my doctors have ALL told me to just hang in there until it is over. I wish there was more information/support for post menopausal women in my situation.
Worse- I wonder now if I could have avoided breast cancer or held it off longer if I had known more about the preventative measures around hormones and yes, surgery. Which I had to have anyway. 🥴
You are so very welcome, my dear. Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
Dr. Taylor I hope you are safe and feeling well in this time of world-wide pandemic. This is such a fantastic video as are the rest of the videos but this one had me shaking my head about the terrible information that is being put out by other professionals, especially, in my case, OB/Gyn physicians. I am so glad that I found you last year and our many consults have been so informative and you, and my menopause specialty(famous horome doctor) physician, have gotten me to feeling so much better. It is a work in progress with hormones but I have gotten such good care from you and my doctor I wish any woman could have a one on one consult with you. I will never forget one of the first things you said to me and that was, "DON'T FEAR ESTROGEN!" You have been spot on. THANK YOU! All my love and appreciation to you, Cori from Texas
Cori, my dear. This makes me so very happy. I reflect back on how dissatisfied you were when we first met for your first consultation. And when I compare it to how happy you are now, it just makes me smile. It's so rewarding to know that your quality of life has improved so much, and that you are so confident about how you are managing your menopause. You are an inspiration.
@@MenopauseTaylor Guess what? Cori told me about you! We are friends now from meeting on Hystersisters! She spoke so highly of you I had to see how great you were! And of course after our one on one consultation, you are everything she said your were! We love you and talk about you often on how much you have made a difference in our lives. Yes we have our ups and downs with our menopause, but we are empowered to get the help that we need that works just for our individual needs! Much love to you Dr. Taylor💖💖
@@user-fd1qb7ml2j My dear Dolores, You are so kind to write this. I remember that you and Cori are friends. And I sure hope the two of you are friends in the physical sense because you are both such fun, vibrant women. Thank you so much for being so supportive of my efforts to give all women the menopause education they deserve.
I cant thank you enough for this education. I am 52 and been dealing with symptoms for at least 4 years that I can recognize and not one of my doctors bother to even talk about menopause management even though I express my suffering. My sister as well dealing with much more since before me (she is younger) her doctors did not recommend anything. Most likely cause they have no idea how to manage it and they are themselves females as well. I will listen to your other videos to educate myself more. I really appreciate your time, research and expertise. Sincerely, Annie
Welcome to "Menopause University," my dear. If you start at video 1 and watch them all in order, I assure you that you will understand absolutely everything. It is never too late. And you will be a menopausal woman for the REST OF YOUR LIFE. If you want my personal help in tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU and shortcutting the need to watch hundreds of videos quickly, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I'll be delighted to help you.
Oh my goodness, Barbie, where have you been all of my pre-menopausal life? Wow does this video hit the nail on the head for me! I am 46 years old and have been struggling with peri-menopause since I was 43. I was alerted to the existence of your channel from Dominique Sachse's channel. Finally I will be able to help myself. Gynecologists have all blown me off. There is all kinds of help for young girls getting their first periods, but I haven't been able to find help on the back end - what happens when periods start to end and when they end. Thank you filling this very large need. You make me feel validated and empowered. God bless you.
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
@@amycollison1331 You make me laugh. I know I'm a bit bossy. But, I'm like your mother. I really do know what's best for you ... with regard to your menopause eduction at least.
As a menopausal woman who is also a dietitian and very active in the fitness industry, I cannot wait for your programs you are developing!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 this is genius and so much needed 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 you are such a gift Dr. Taylor 💖💖💖
Thank you so much for this video! I love how you have so much respect and empathy for everyone. I am grateful that you devote so much time and energy to teach on this much neglected topic which so many of us desperately need. Your vast knowledge and your ability and patience to explain it in such a comprehensive and interesting way is just amazing to me! You are truly a gift to this world. 💗
Thank YOU so very much, Gwen. I take your menopause education very seriously. I truly value the fact that you appreciate my efforts. I love having you as my student.
Pretty in pink! Your channel is so important because many health care providers know less than those of us who watch you and will say you will get cancer and wont tell you the benefits of estrogen. I want to tell you I have had dramatic improvement in my bones. The numbers were in the high 3 before but now in the low 3's and high 2's. Thank you for this education Dr Barbie!
Hi Dr. Taylor - SO glad you are addressing fitness and nutrition at this stage of our lives. I've suffered (literally) at the hand of a younger trainer who didn't know anything about the fitness goals/abilities of a menopausal woman! I've also tried to follow the intermittent fasting program (16 hours fast/8 hour eating) and I found it made me feel weak and my hair loss increased (I am on BHRT). Who do you recommend we follow in terms of fitness and nutrition? Also, do you believe intermittent fasting is inappropriate for menopausal women? I'd really like idea on what's appropriate for breakfast/lunch/dinner. Thanks for ALL you do.
Great video once again! Thank you. I am a fitness trainer and my client base are mostly menopausal woman. I have to admit that I use what I learned from you as conversations with them. I advice every one I know to watch your videos. Heck, I've even begged some to watch them😁. I have a consult with you month end, I can't wait!!
I can't wait to meet you, Elmien. And I am so very glad that you are sharing this education with other women. We need to start a Menopause Revolution, don't we! Women deserve so much more than what they are getting at present. Keep up all your good work, my dear.
Oh my gosh, I heard these from my doctor! When I told her that intercourse was painful and asked for Estrace, she recommended anti-depressants, therapy and vaginal lubricants! The first two especially perplexed me since I am not depressed - what that heck will treating me for depression do? And lubricant doesn't stop sex from being painful - it helps the penis slide in (sorry to be graphic) but it still hurts like heck. Luckily I now have a doctor who does not having a problem prescribing Estace and it has made a big difference. I am also saving up for the Mona Lisa touch as I have heard good things about it...
@@joannepigliavento7930 It's a laser treatment for your vagina - from my understanding, it's basically the same principle as people who have laser treatment done on the face to improve the facial skin. It's expensive (around $2,000 for three treatments where I live) and you need to have 'top ups' every year or so but, at least from my research, it makes a huge difference for some women.
I am so thankful that you are inspired to educate the public on menopause, I have learned so much! I am thrilled that you are taking up the cause of fitness at this life stage and look forward to this future content. Thank you for all you do!
Brilliant channel. I can't believe you don't have millions of followers. I hope more women find your channel, thank you, you're brilliant and highly intelligent
Wonderful, helpful information. Perhaps this should be inserted approximately every twenty videos to help these important lessons be learned when most of the time we hear poor, wrong, and harmful messages about menopause.
Thank you, Jill. You will see that I deliver messages like this on everything. My goals to make sure you get, not only the education you deserve, but also the menopause care you deserve. I always say to start at video 1 and watch my videos in order. And, if you do, you'll see that there are many messages like this to protect you from pitfalls.
Sadly I experienced so many of these. I'm very in tune with my body & started asking ?s in my late 30s. My estrogen was ok but progesterone & testosterone very low my sbhg was very high. Lots of issues no answers, help or guidance. Gyn said you look great you're years away from start of menopause. At 45 went from period like clockwork to none. Immediate stop, done. So many symptoms not ones typically discussed. My mom had died when I was 33 so no guidance there. I felt/feel lost isolated and confused. Your videos are so helpful. I feel like there is hope . I just wish this info would reach more people and soon. Thank you
Thank you for this! I’m 53 and the PA put me on antidepressant and mood stabilizer! I was so mad, I went in specifically for hormone check. I took them for one night and it was awful, they made my feel psychotic. Lol. I’m going to find another provider.
Please consider scheduling consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will school you in precisely how to go about finding a practitioner and how to interact in a way that will result in success at getting what you want. I'll save you many pitfalls.
But there's a trade-off with that. Naturopaths have no education whatsoever on menopause. Your best bet is to schedule a consultation with me. I'll teach you everything. And then you'll be able to work with any kind of professional (although you will know more than all of them).
OMG! PLEASE speak with every OBGYN at Vanderbilt University Women’s Center! I’ve been trying to get someone to take me seriously since age 37 now at 47 they are still making me test for EVERYTHING but addressing the issue of me having every peri menopause symptom on the list.
Christy, Please consider scheduling a consultation with me. I can help you get whatever it is you want. You just need to know how to navigate the medical system, and that's what I'll teach you. If you're interested, you can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
That's exactly what I have heard from my doctor! She just told me that I am to young, to talk to me about menopause ... Really???! Iam 46 years old ,and have simptoms from 2 years now .
Dr. Taylor, do you do one-one consultations for Canadian patients? Also, I have joint issues and fibromalgia. I used to love to exercise but find that everything hurts now. Do you discuss diet and exercise options in your consultations? Thanks so much for being so amazing. The world is a better place with you in it.
I have to push back on the exercise advice given here. The latest studies show that menopausal women benefit greatly from gradually lifting heavier weights and doing plyometric exercises. It helps with osteoporosis prevention, prevent insulin resistance, helps body composition. Stacey Sims writes all about this in her current book Next Level. She is a physiology doctor with a special interest in menopausal women. It is all based on current studies.
The great thing about education is that you can use it (or refuse it) as you please. The goal is for you to manage YOUR menopause YOUR way. You never have to justify your decisions to anybody.
Thank you for another great videos🙏 Unfortunately, I noticed almost 12 of the red flags with my doctors. I went for a second opinion but exactly the same. They think menopause is all about hot flashes, night sweet and vaginal dryness. They keep telling me joint pain and insomnia is not really related to menopause and they keep sending me to my physician. I'm looking forward to my consultation with you in September.
Wow. I just found you and just started listening to this video first and right off the bat my former gun said "you are having a beautiful menopause" then he left his practice. The next gun told me it was too late for me to take estrogen. 5 years past stopped periods and I am out of options!?!? OMG, I KNEW the guy doing the workout class I joined was wrong. 20 years old and built thought we all could keep up or we were lazy.
Lee, Please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. You are not out of options, and it is not too late to start HRT if that's what you want. I can tailor all the information specifically to YOU in a consultation. As for these videos, be sure to start with video 1 and watch them all in order if you want to understand everything.
Thank you Doctor Taylor for your quick answer. My OBGN answered me yesterday she advice me to use only one patch/ weekly 0.05 mg instead of 2 weekly, and see how i am doing. To keep the same regimen with progesterone 100mg inserted every night. If my hotflashes come back or if all my bad side effects persist and make my life miserable she recommend to stop everything anfd to consult her to try other options. I answered to her few minutes ago that may be the bad side effects come from the progesterone ......? I remember i have spoken with you about the progesterone before. My question now , using only 1 estradiol 0.05 patch weekly is it enough to protect my bones, heart, and brain? And do i still need 100mg progesterone every night even if i lower my estradiol intake ? Thank you so much Barbie for everything Be a woman and find the right HRT dosage may be difficult sometimes. Stay safe Agnes
Hello Dear Barbie thank you again for all this education. I had the pleasure to have a consultation with you in January 2020 just before my OBGYN specialised in Menopause. She put me on Estradiol patches 0.05 mg 2/weeks and 100 mg progesterone pills that i insert vaginally every night. I am on HRT for 2 months and half and i don' t really see a difference. Still mood swing, fatigue,palpitations,food cravings, weight gain, breast pain &enlargement, stiffness joint pain. The only positive aspect, i dont have nights sweat sweat Because of the Covid it's not easy to have a consultation with her.
Well, it is easy to have a consultation with me. And I can help you assess your situation and consider your options. From what you're telling me, you need to make some changes in your hormones, and what you need is very obvious to me. But I can't do consultations in a comment box.
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time. I do them all online.
@@MenopauseTaylor that's amazing thanks so much for giving all this information! I will go back to your 1st video. My grandma died from ovarian cancer and my mom had issues too.
I thought I had to just “tough it out”, too, lol. I figured it was something normal that after it was over everything would just level out and my body would get used to it.😂I was wrong…my body might have been relatively cool with it, but my brain didn’t. I finally have a doctor who is trying to help me.
Menopause Taylor without going into the [HIPAA] of it all 😉, your tutorials have been instrumental in my meno-sovereignty. Your charts have been helpful tools! EVERYONE: WATCH HER VIDEOS IN ORDER! If you aren’t doing that, and are chasing topics by video title, then remember all the videos she names as companion pieces and follow the Yellow Brick Road that way. We all will benefit by the whats/hows/whys of our bio journeys. I wound up taking these charts to my own GYN as a starting point. We did one thing, gave me a three-month trial, broke it out into another thing, of which I’m on a 90 day trial, and it appears to be working well for me. Goodbye symptoms! I feel like me again. You are the best channel on YT and I’m so thankful for you Dr Taylor. ❤️🙌🏽❤️
@@luadiva Wow! You have really made my day. I am so glad to know that my videos are helping you. It's my mission to make menopause better for all women, and you're helping me do just that. Thank you so much for your kind comment.
Yes..to fitness for menopausal women. I actually used to have a physician who said "you don't really like working out, do you"? And that was years before menopause. I've always been strong and lean but now I find it's nearly impossible to remain even marginally fit and the middle weight gain is excruciating.
My family doctor is wise and didn't comment on why I didn't want their gyn. I stated the doctor I requested first is a expert in menopause and my surgeon gave my hormones for the wild ride I was having with symptoms. He listens but judges, preaches and tells me what to do vs present options I hope the gyn accepts me and she is as good as you are to your audience. To be honest, these red flags apply to ANY medical treatment you seek from your PCP to specialists.
Actually, they apply to any medical professional, period. I think it's terrible that women have been subjected to medical professionals who treat therewith anything other than respect and kindness.
It sounds like the same kind of incompetence and wrong information and lack of progress as in the addiction treatment field. It is surely clear who society puts low on the priority list. I guess we should consider ourselves lucky that at least HRT is legal!
Dr. Taylor thank you so much for the video you put out for the women in this phase of their lives. I'm in the middle of it right now and have many questions about the changes that's going through my body. I plan on doing a consultation session with you and I also plan on seeing my doctor for a well woman, mammogram and ask about additional tests. My question to you is, should I consult with you first before I see my doctor or vice versa. Thank you for your time. I don't know if you'll see this but I hope you do. 😊
You should definitely have the consultation with me first because I will school you in precisely how to converse with your doctor. In so doing, I will save you many pitfalls and burned bridges. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank you for this info. Barbie is a great name. Mine too🙂I’ve tried all kinds of natural food and remedies for hot flashes and night sweats. I’m 56 and have had them for 4 years now. I finally got estrogen and progesterone cream from naturopathic doctor. Got severe leg cramps and anxiety after one week. Maybe just take estrogen and remove progesterone? Took progesterone pills awhile ago and same side effects. Haven’t just tried estrogen alone. Your thoughts pls? My red flag symptoms are up like tutorial 86. Help!!🤪🙏♥️
Please, please, have a consultation with me. I will arm you with all the information you need, help you weigh your benefits and risks, and school you in how to navigate the medical system in order to get what you want. This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works: 1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone. 2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date. 3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages. 4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth. 5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed. 6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use. 7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options. The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request. So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively). I hope to meet you soon!
Who or how do I find help? I went through instant menopause with chemotherapy for HER 2 positive breast cancer. I’ve not been the same since. I was told I can’t take any hormones at all? But I have many problems down there and haven’t had sex since. I’ve been married for 29 years.... I’m surprised my husband is still here. I have terrible insurance through Kaiser. I’m am a number. They don’t care at all. They tell me it’s normal and to tough it out. I’ve never felt uglier in my life. And my quality of life has so diminished.
I have found your videos really informative and eye opening. Living in the UK, do you know I would get access to any form of medical help for the hormone deficiencies you describe so well?
My newest GYN told my weight gsin joint pain and low libido were all part of aging, and coming off of bioidentical HRT is my best option. I seriously need to find a 2nd opinion!🤔
Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will tailor everything specifically to YOU so that you can get exactly what you want. I do them all online.
I am concerned about the effects of the HRT patches I m using. My breast are very swollen, sore, I feel breathless and I feel like the patches may be too much for me. This is most fluid retention I ve ever had before a period. I asked the doctor and she said it’s just symptoms that will settle down. I m in early menopause so have to use the combined HRT but the lowest dose.
Please, have a consultation with me. You need to understand what's normal, what merely warrants an adjustment in your current regimen, etc. The first thing to know is that it takes a full 2 MONTHS to asses whether or not any hormone regimen us right for you. Do not judge it before that. And ran, at the two-month mark, make sure that you make adjustments according to what your own body is telling you. This is what I'll do if you have a consultation with me. Some of what you wrote is "off," though. You really should consult with me.
Hello dr . barbie .such a beautiful person you are like a gems .your information is very useful for each n every woman.i know you are on estrogen therepy since your hysterectomy .I want to know you take hormone in which form like pill, patch or any other. Thanks in advance . from India.
I have used almost every form of estrogen: Pills, gels, and vaginal ring. I haven't used the patch simply because I work out every day and sweat too much. There is no "better," "worse," "good," or "bad." It's just a matter of what works best FOR YOU.
I asked my former OBGYN to have a discussion regarding the different types of hormones and treatments regarding perimenopause symptoms, she quickly interjected that I didn't need to worry about that until I was suffering with hot flashes and moved on to another subject. Bye bye.
You definitely need to find a different doctor. Never settle for a doctor who does not serve YOUR needs. If you would like a full education on what you asked of your doctor, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will make sure you know absolutely everything.
I can’t count how many women on the thyroid groups I’m in who report their endocrinologists tell them their crazy and prescribe antidepressants instead of prescribing the proper thyroid hormones.
That's is why you need this education. It will empower you to advocate for yourself and get what you want. If you want me to tailor everything specifically to YOU, I can do so in a consultation, which you can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
Hi doctor. Do you have a video on hrt and its side effects? With how many side effects should you be willing to live? You said that you need to follow a kind of therapy for 3 months in order to know if it's working. But what if the side effects are so severe? When can you decide it's not for you? I just went through 14 days of hell taking cyclic hrt O + P (oedema, pain shoots in veins, migraine, nausea, palpitations, extrasystoles, depressed, fatigued, I felt poisoned, unable to exercise). So even though it's only been one month, I think it's back to the drawing board with my ob-gyn next week.
You would be greatly benefited by having a consultation with me. No two women are alike, and it is necessary to be specific about YOUR particular situation and YOUR particular side effects. Most women have side effects only from the progesterone component of their HRT. In a consultation , I will make sure you understand absolutely everything, and know all your options for feeling your very best. Please consider scheduling one. All you have to do is go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.
@@MenopauseTaylor well my obgyn is a good friend and we exchanged messages. And we have decided on a plan B, so seeing her on Tuesday. If that fails, I'll definitely consider an appointment. Thank you so much. 🙏
@@leenmarier5729 Progesterone is not for YOU. It's for the baby. Pro = In support of Gest = Gestsation (pregnancy) One = Hormone The one and only reason you produced it was to support a pregnancy. There are three sex hormones: Testosterone, Estrogen, and Progesterone. The three hormones are like The Three Bears. You know how each bear had his or her own bed, chair, & porridge? Well, each hormone belongs to only one member of the family, just like each bed, chair, & bowl of porridge. Testosterone is the male hormone. It belongs to Papa Bear. Estrogen is the female hormone. It belongs to Mama Bear. Progesterone is the hormone of pregnancy. It belongs to Baby Bear. So, progesterone is NOT YOUR hormone. It's the baby's hormone. Pro -gester-one literally means "hormone in support of pregnancy). (Video 9) The ONLY reason you produce progesterone or ever needed progesterone was to support a pregnancy. While you have all three in your body, the one that your body depends on more than anything is estrogen. Progesterone’s only purpose before menopause is to support a pregnancy. Other than that, it has no other function. So, contrary to what most people assume, progesterone is not your hormone. It's for the baby.
I asked my doctor if she could test my hormones because I was living a nightmare with perimenopause symptoms even though I was menstruating regularly. I didn't know what was happening to me. She said, "Your hormones are fine." I wondered how she could know my hormones were fine without testing. It turns out she didn't know. She was just a bad doctor.
Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. You are mistaken in your assumptions, and you deserve to really understand what's what. I will teach you everything and tailor it all specifically to YOU. I do them all online.
Don't rely on anybody else or any insurer to take care of you as well as you can take care of yourself. This education empowers you to manage YOUR menopause YOUR way.
@@STate-lt8xq It all depends on where you live or where you get your HRT. The HRT that costs 350 U.S. dollars costs only about 3 Euro in Europe. And in some countries, all these HRT products are on store shelves for the price of lotion, with no need for a prescription or even a pharmacist.
@@MenopauseTaylorwow😢. USA is so ancient and cruel to women in desperate need of HRT. I wish I could afford to move to a foreign country. I’m on hormones nearly 70 and if nothing changes I’ll stay on them til the end. Thanks for all your awesome menopausal education and your beautiful cheerful appearance and pretty Victorian outfits.
@@liznaber880 I'm here to help you, no matter where you live. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
Oups i am not done with my previous post... I don't have nights sweats anymore but all these sides effects makes me miserable. I know that the progesterone may be responsible for all theses sides effects but i still have my uterus... I have addressed all my comp!ains to my OBGYN by mail and still waiting for an answer. Do you thing i need to increase my Estradiol dosage? Do you think i should try a different form of Progesterone? Thank you for your help Stay safe Agnes
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. There's just no way I can tailor things to you in a comment box. I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works: 1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone. 2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date. 3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages. 4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth. 5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed. 6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use. 7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options. The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request. So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively). I hope to meet you soon!
Hi, Dr. Barbie! Thank you so much for everything that you do for us! I’m 60 years old and I’m afraid I have already missed my window of opportunity to use estrogen/progesterone! I have already learned to live with my symptoms, like vaginal dryness, insomnia and hot flashes! Do you have other options, for me to treat diseases like heart attack, osteoporosis and Alzheimer? I still have my uterus and never had a child. Appreciate your help!🙏🏼
I started taking saw palmetto to help with thinning hair and wrinkled sagging skin. I have recently heard that it could interfere with the estrogen i am taking. Whats your take on that?
It is impossible to answer your question because estrogen sources differ greatly. If you want me to address this adequately, schedule a consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME so that I have all the information necessary to give it the attention it deserves.
Haha! My old doctor, and I mean my doctor from the past since I fired him for being a jerk! Said, "well sometimes this is as good as it gets." Can you believe it! Oh and he rolled his eyes at me! He really did not want to treat me at all! I have never met anyone so insensitive in my life! He had no problems cutting all my female organs out, but didnt want to take care of me after the fact. I mean, I had to call the office and say, " do you all think I need some hormones? Because I'm not feeling right, actually I feel like I'm dying! Every bone in my body ached, I had urinary frequency, vaginal pain, hot flashes, you name it, I had it! Well I met you Dr. Taylor and you directed me in the right direction after spending years trying to find someone to help. You are such a wonderful person! I wish you live in the US! I would be coming to your office if you were still in practice. Talk to you soon! Be safe!💖💖💖
There are just as many women who have their heads in the sand like ostriches regarding menapause preparation. They insist they don't need menapause or even perimenapause management whike being inundated and being bombarded with all symptoms and go around the Entire circuit of a host of other specialists, under go surgeries and heavy meds but have yet to turn an attention on for a gynae's explanation. Perhaps it's because it too much work to care for themselves which they can't outsource to specialists and pills. It is hard work and persistence to take charge your own body and life. So easy to play victim and blame specialists and bad luck in health.
Constans Do you think your body is suddenly short on St. John’s wort, or possibly estrogen? I made the mistake of trying everything first. I wasted five years of my life trying alternatives. Good luck.
Nothing is about "what I think." All that matters are facts. I give you facts and let you make your own decisions. St. John's Wort is one of the many herbal products that people use to alleviate depression. However, if you look at the claims on any St. Johns Wort product, it merely says that it "Helps promote positive mood." That's because there has never been any research on it (or any other herbal remedy) and it is not capable of treating any disease. Like any herbal product, it is entirely unregulated, and marketed in a way that makes you believe it has medicinal qualities. At the same time, you do not receive literature about it's risks and side-effects which include thinning of your blood. When it comes to menopause management, you can either treat each symptom individually, in which case you could be taking dozens of medications or herbs, or you can treat the root of the problem which is estrogen deficiency. If you'd like to assess all your options and have me tailor them all specifically to YOU, schedule a consolation at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
Alison, I am retired from the clinical practice of medicine, and teach full time now. As such I do not prescribe or accept any kind of insurance. I do accept credit card payments online, but you would have to deal personally with the FSA aspect of that. I am a licensed, board-certified Gynecologist, with all the privileges. But, you have to have a doctor who is in active clinical practice for getting your prescriptions. That's why I don't prescribe them. You do not need to get any blood tests before consulting with me, and it is better not to. I would school you in absolutely everything you need to know about menopause, how to find a doctor, how to get what you want from your doctor, and how the medical system works. After a consultation with me, you will actually know 90% more than most doctors! In essence, I will arm you with the tools you need to manage your menopause your way and make the rest of your life the best of your life.
Lisa, Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME and I'll help you navigate your options. I do them all online, and there are always options ... no matter where you live.
Menopause is treated ,as a temporary situation.We are talked out of hrt's....even though we as women, know it makes a life changing difference.If menopause was a " man's problems" , these men would be screaming from every mountain top, to get treatment.
No kidding! If men lost all their testosterone, there would be an ATM (Automatic Testosterone Machine) on every street corner, in every building, and in every home. Society's primary goal would be to give men all the testosterone they want ... and it would be free.
Jennifer, This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works: 1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone. 2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date. 3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages. 4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth. 5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed. 6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use. 7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options. The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request. So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively). I hope to meet you soon!
Wow. I have probably heard all of these red flag comments before going into surgical menopause. I was not prepared. I would have absolutely loved to have been a patient of yours. I knew absolutely nothing about it.
I would have loved to have you as my patient, too! Most of my patients had a very difficult time finding a new doctor when I retired because I had "spoiled" them so.
This is different for every woman. You need a consultation so that I can tailor everything specifically to YOU. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME, and I do them all online.
Well, now that you know that, you should start searching for the right doctor. This is something I do with every woman who has a consultation. I teach you how to find the right doctor. So, if you want my help, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
OMG, Months ago I went to a Neurologist only told "You're depressed" My MD agreed and increased my anti depressants even after I told him I'm not depressed. I believe I left my job because of menopause the craziness that I was feeling and the sicknesses I was going through only to be threaten to be fired so I got put on depressants. Now with covid-19 my doctor doesn't want me to go get my blood work done it's not necessary now it can wait and send me to GYN because of the over bleeding because I stopped the pill. Can't get a GYN not taking patients because of Covid-19. Now I wait again, which by the time I can get to a specialist which is 6-12 months once they begin to take patients again. who know's what else I'll be dealing with. It just crazy.
Dana, You really should have a consultation with me BEFORE seeing any physician. You can possibly have one before the Coronavirus mess is over. I will arm you with all the information you need, help you weigh your benefits and risks, and school you in how to navigate the medical system in order to get what you want. There are more pitfalls than you can possibly imagine. And, if you go to your doctor before having a consultation, you could burn your bridges without even knowing it. You do not need any labs before having a consultation with me. All you need to do for scheduling is go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.
@@danaprahl1734 Your hormone levels tell you nothing. The process of transitioning int menopause is a complete hormonal rollercoaster. Don't waste your time, money, or blood getting labs that are meaningless. You will be much better off without hormone levels. Every lab test is but a single snap shot in time. If you were to draw your labs every day for a whole month, they would be all over the map. So, which one would you believe?
I still don't understand anything about post menopause. I never wrote anything down regarding when I started menopause. I just turned 55 and I don't know if I have time to take estrogen When you mentioned vaginal loss that really concerned me. Is there a video that talks about this issue? Thank you for all do for women.
You are so very welcome, Mary. What you need is a consultation with me. If you schedule one, I will give you everything you need to know so that you can get started on managing your menopause your way NOW. These videos are very thorough, but you need to watch them in order, and, so far, there are already 194 of them. If you're already 55 you don't have time to get this education via the videos alone. Please consider going to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule a consultation in which I can teach you everything AND tailor it all specifically to YOU. Your entire future depends on your successful management of your menopause ... which will last the rest of your life.
I'm so glad I found you. I've been through hell and back. I knew there was something wrong but they told me my "labs were normal". I lost my 9 year job and my world came crashing down. I'm going to watch all your videos and educate myself. Thank you so much for sharing your message and being an advocate for women.
Yvonne,
I am so glad you're here at "Menopause University."
If you start with video #1 and watch them all in order, you will definitely understand everything. But if you watch them randomly, you will definitely sabotage your entire menopause education.
And if you ever want me to tailor all the information specifically to YOU, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all via video conferencing, so it doesn't matter where you live.
@@MenopauseTaylor oh I'm definitely going to get in contact with you. My whole family has Covid right now so as soon as I'm feeling better I will contact you. I'm just concentrating on getting better at the moment. Ugh! It's been a rough ride.
@@catnipbarbie I am so sorry, my dear. Please take care, and know that I'll be here when you need me.
Yep, I have the wrong doctor! When I went to see him because all of a sudden my periods were extremely heavy and my chin was covered in pimples, he rolled his eyes and said that at 45 I had at least five more years to worry about menopause. It was the end of the discussion. Thanks to your videos I convinced him I should go back on the pill and could not be happier I did! Thank you!!
Daria,
You should seriously consider having a consultation with me. The clock is ticking. And before you know it, that doctor is going to stop your birth control pills and then you'll have yet another battle on your hands.
In a consultation, I will teach you precisely how to make absolutely sure you alive yourself with a doctor who will help you manage your menopause your way.
If you want a consultation, just schedule it at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
@@MenopauseTaylor Oh yes, I am going to for sure. Thank you!
@@Daria-dg5el I look forward to meeting you and helping you, my dear.
Keep up your hard work! I wish all medical professionals were as knowledgeable as you. That will changes with time, effort and training-- like you are doing. I've learned so much watching these videos. It has completely changed my life. I was guided by myths and now I'm making decisions grounded in facts----Life changing!
I love this! You are an attestation to why I'm providing you with this education. You have confidence and knowledge. And that's what it's all about.
I burst into tears within 2 flags. God, I need to be heard like this.
You DESERVE a doctor who treats you with respect and helps you attain your goals.
You sound like you were an awesome doctor! I wish I could find one like you!
OMG! Just Thank You! That's all, thank you! I found your channel because of Dominique. I feel like I need to watch EVERY single one of your videos now.
Barbara,
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know.
Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know.
I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!)
And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
I would like to know more about your consultations.
Barbara Visoria I couldn’t agree more about watching every video, IN ORDER. I got a notebook and started taking notes. This has been the best investment in myself! After suffering for 10 years...yes! 10 years, I came away with such an education and was empowered to ask my doctor for exactly what I needed...not what they thought! I scheduled a consultation with Dr. Taylor for confirmation and clarity before my last appointment. Best decision ever! I have been feeling like my “old self”. I’m 55 now but feel like my energetic, happy, positive and motivated 30-something self. I highly recommend investing in yourself by watching these videos followed up by at least one consultation with Dr. Taylor.
Thank you for helping me change my life for the better !
You are so welcome, my dear. And thank you for telling me that this education is helping you. I'm on a mission to help all women.
My new (and quickly former) HRT doctor immediately prescribed Adderall, which I was ok with at the time because she made some compelling points about why I could benefit from it -- until I found that the generic is called "amphetamine salts" and made me feel like I wanted to harm others ("do you feel like yourself, do you want to harm yourself or others?") and that her former clinic was a weight loss franchise (and yes, I need to lose some weight but that's not why I was there). I needed my beloved Estradiol. Then the next HRT place I went to touted loading you up on lots of hormones, but balanced so it was breast protective, but when I said I felt HORRIBLE, the three little practitioners gathered around the laptop and said those magic words, "well, your numbers are perfect." I've since found a great place, with a fantastic PA who knows her stuff.
Great information. I have had breast cancer, and my doctors have ALL told me to just hang in there until it is over. I wish there was more information/support for post menopausal women in my situation.
Worse- I wonder now if I could have avoided breast cancer or held it off longer if I had known more about the preventative measures around hormones and yes, surgery. Which I had to have anyway. 🥴
This info is so timely for me! Thank you for your videos-it is a much-needed service for all of us who suffer with peri-menopause and menopause
You are so very welcome, my dear.
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know.
Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know.
I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!)
And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
Thank you. You are amazing. And I'm learning so much from you 🙂
Dr. Taylor I hope you are safe and feeling well in this time of world-wide pandemic. This is such a fantastic video as are the rest of the videos but this one had me shaking my head about the terrible information that is being put out by other professionals, especially, in my case, OB/Gyn physicians. I am so glad that I found you last year and our many consults have been so informative and you, and my menopause specialty(famous horome doctor) physician, have gotten me to feeling so much better. It is a work in progress with hormones but I have gotten such good care from you and my doctor I wish any woman could have a one on one consult with you. I will never forget one of the first things you said to me and that was, "DON'T FEAR ESTROGEN!" You have been spot on. THANK YOU!
All my love and appreciation to you,
Cori from Texas
Cori, my dear. This makes me so very happy. I reflect back on how dissatisfied you were when we first met for your first consultation. And when I compare it to how happy you are now, it just makes me smile. It's so rewarding to know that your quality of life has improved so much, and that you are so confident about how you are managing your menopause. You are an inspiration.
@@MenopauseTaylor BIG HUGS to you!
@@MenopauseTaylor Guess what? Cori told me about you! We are friends now from meeting on Hystersisters! She spoke so highly of you I had to see how great you were! And of course after our one on one consultation, you are everything she said your were! We love you and talk about you often on how much you have made a difference in our lives. Yes we have our ups and downs with our menopause, but we are empowered to get the help that we need that works just for our individual needs!
Much love to you Dr. Taylor💖💖
@@user-fd1qb7ml2j My dear Dolores,
You are so kind to write this. I remember that you and Cori are friends. And I sure hope the two of you are friends in the physical sense because you are both such fun, vibrant women. Thank you so much for being so supportive of my efforts to give all women the menopause education they deserve.
I cant thank you enough for this education. I am 52 and been dealing with symptoms for at least 4 years that I can recognize and not one of my doctors bother to even talk about menopause management even though I express my suffering. My sister as well dealing with much more since before me (she is younger) her doctors did not recommend anything. Most likely cause they have no idea how to manage it and they are themselves females as well. I will listen to your other videos to educate myself more. I really appreciate your time, research and expertise. Sincerely, Annie
Wow. I wish I found this channel 5 years ago. I was totally unprepared and it’s so hard to find support due to the stigma surrounding these issues.
Welcome to "Menopause University," my dear. If you start at video 1 and watch them all in order, I assure you that you will understand absolutely everything. It is never too late. And you will be a menopausal woman for the REST OF YOUR LIFE.
If you want my personal help in tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU and shortcutting the need to watch hundreds of videos quickly, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I'll be delighted to help you.
Oh my goodness, Barbie, where have you been all of my pre-menopausal life? Wow does this video hit the nail on the head for me! I am 46 years old and have been struggling with peri-menopause since I was 43. I was alerted to the existence of your channel from Dominique Sachse's channel. Finally I will be able to help myself. Gynecologists have all blown me off. There is all kinds of help for young girls getting their first periods, but I haven't been able to find help on the back end - what happens when periods start to end and when they end. Thank you filling this very large need. You make me feel validated and empowered. God bless you.
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know.
Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know.
I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!)
And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.
@@MenopauseTaylor Aye, Aye, Cap'n! In order. I will do it! :-D
@@MenopauseTaylor and I just bought your book. I'm all set! Gonna get all educated! :-D
@@amycollison1331 You make me laugh. I know I'm a bit bossy. But, I'm like your mother. I really do know what's best for you ... with regard to your menopause eduction at least.
So happy to hear that you’re creating programs for those areas needed!!!🙏🏼🥰
As a menopausal woman who is also a dietitian and very active in the fitness industry, I cannot wait for your programs you are developing!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 this is genius and so much needed 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 you are such a gift Dr. Taylor 💖💖💖
Thank you so much, my dear Alice. I am eager to do whatever I can to help other professionals help menopausal women.
Thank you so much for this video! I love how you have so much respect and empathy for everyone. I am grateful that you devote so much time and energy to teach on this much neglected topic which so many of us desperately need. Your vast knowledge and your ability and patience to explain it in such a comprehensive and interesting way is just amazing to me! You are truly a gift to this world. 💗
Thank YOU so very much, Gwen. I take your menopause education very seriously. I truly value the fact that you appreciate my efforts. I love having you as my student.
Pretty in pink! Your channel is so important because many health care providers know less than those of us who watch you and will say you will get cancer and wont tell you the benefits of estrogen. I want to tell you I have had dramatic improvement in my bones. The numbers were in the high 3 before but now in the low 3's and high 2's. Thank you for this education Dr Barbie!
Oh, I am so happy to hear that you'e doing better. You will rebound, my dear. That's just what you do!
@@MenopauseTaylor Thank you!
Very good counselling 💕
Thanks 🙏🏻
You are absolutely welcome!
I love ya Dr. Taylor! Thank you a thousand times!
You are welcome a million times, my dear.
Hi Dr. Taylor - SO glad you are addressing fitness and nutrition at this stage of our lives. I've suffered (literally) at the hand of a younger trainer who didn't know anything about the fitness goals/abilities of a menopausal woman! I've also tried to follow the intermittent fasting program (16 hours fast/8 hour eating) and I found it made me feel weak and my hair loss increased (I am on BHRT). Who do you recommend we follow in terms of fitness and nutrition? Also, do you believe intermittent fasting is inappropriate for menopausal women? I'd really like idea on what's appropriate for breakfast/lunch/dinner. Thanks for ALL you do.
Great video once again! Thank you. I am a fitness trainer and my client base are mostly menopausal woman. I have to admit that I use what I learned from you as conversations with them. I advice every one I know to watch your videos. Heck, I've even begged some to watch them😁.
I have a consult with you month end, I can't wait!!
I can't wait to meet you, Elmien. And I am so very glad that you are sharing this education with other women. We need to start a Menopause Revolution, don't we! Women deserve so much more than what they are getting at present.
Keep up all your good work, my dear.
Oh my gosh, I heard these from my doctor! When I told her that intercourse was painful and asked for Estrace, she recommended anti-depressants, therapy and vaginal lubricants! The first two especially perplexed me since I am not depressed - what that heck will treating me for depression do? And lubricant doesn't stop sex from being painful - it helps the penis slide in (sorry to be graphic) but it still hurts like heck. Luckily I now have a doctor who does not having a problem prescribing Estace and it has made a big difference. I am also saving up for the Mona Lisa touch as I have heard good things about it...
Suzy Mona Lisa touch?
@@joannepigliavento7930 It's a laser treatment for your vagina - from my understanding, it's basically the same principle as people who have laser treatment done on the face to improve the facial skin. It's expensive (around $2,000 for three treatments where I live) and you need to have 'top ups' every year or so but, at least from my research, it makes a huge difference for some women.
Omg... I believe in signs of all kinds... and this is one... timing couldn't be more perfect... ty, take care
I'm so glad to know this is helping you, my dear.
If I could give you 1000 thumbs up I would. Thank you!!!’
You are so kind. You have really made my day. And I love making these videos for you.
Thanks Dr. interesting message about the fitness industry. 💋
You are very welcome, my dear.
It's true. You know I tell you the truth about everything.
I Love that you say invest in my patient. I hope I can find a medical provider that feels that way❤️
I hope you can, too. And if you need my help in learning HOW to find such a person, schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
YAY!!I can’t wait for YOUR EXERCISES Vidoes!!
They are scattered throughout this education. You'll find lots of them.
Another great tutorial thank you for taking the time to educate us.
I am so thankful that you are inspired to educate the public on menopause, I have learned so much! I am thrilled that you are taking up the cause of fitness at this life stage and look forward to this future content. Thank you for all you do!
Brilliant channel. I can't believe you don't have millions of followers. I hope more women find your channel, thank you, you're brilliant and highly intelligent
Wonderful, helpful information. Perhaps this should be inserted approximately every twenty videos to help these important lessons be learned when most of the time we hear poor, wrong, and harmful messages about menopause.
Thank you, Jill. You will see that I deliver messages like this on everything. My goals to make sure you get, not only the education you deserve, but also the menopause care you deserve.
I always say to start at video 1 and watch my videos in order. And, if you do, you'll see that there are many messages like this to protect you from pitfalls.
I love how she explains things,...
Excellent Barbie! Good on you for sharing this valuable information.
Thank you, my dear. You know me: I tell you everything.
Sadly I experienced so many of these. I'm very in tune with my body & started asking ?s in my late 30s. My estrogen was ok but progesterone & testosterone very low my sbhg was very high. Lots of issues no answers, help or guidance. Gyn said you look great you're years away from start of menopause. At 45 went from period like clockwork to none. Immediate stop, done. So many symptoms not ones typically discussed. My mom had died when I was 33 so no guidance there. I felt/feel lost isolated and confused. Your videos are so helpful. I feel like there is hope . I just wish this info would reach more people and soon. Thank you
Thank you! You’re an amazing teacher.
You are so welcome, my dear. I'm glad this education is helping you.
Thank you for this! I’m 53 and the PA put me on antidepressant and mood stabilizer! I was so mad, I went in specifically for hormone check. I took them for one night and it was awful, they made my feel psychotic. Lol. I’m going to find another provider.
Please consider scheduling consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will school you in precisely how to go about finding a practitioner and how to interact in a way that will result in success at getting what you want. I'll save you many pitfalls.
Brilliant information as usual.
Thanks again for all of your tutorials. My regular doctor is just like this, so I turned to naturopathic doctor
But there's a trade-off with that. Naturopaths have no education whatsoever on menopause.
Your best bet is to schedule a consultation with me. I'll teach you everything. And then you'll be able to work with any kind of professional (although you will know more than all of them).
OMG! PLEASE speak with every OBGYN at Vanderbilt University Women’s Center! I’ve been trying to get someone to take me seriously since age 37 now at 47 they are still making me test for EVERYTHING but addressing the issue of me having every peri menopause symptom on the list.
Christy,
Please consider scheduling a consultation with me. I can help you get whatever it is you want. You just need to know how to navigate the medical system, and that's what I'll teach you.
If you're interested, you can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
Again ,Big,Big Thank You 🤗♥️
Excellent information. Thank you so much.
That's exactly what I have heard from my doctor! She just told me that I am to young, to talk to me about menopause ... Really???! Iam 46 years old ,and have simptoms from 2 years now .
Dr. Taylor, do you do one-one consultations for Canadian patients? Also, I have joint issues and fibromalgia. I used to love to exercise but find that everything hurts now. Do you discuss diet and exercise options in your consultations? Thanks so much for being so amazing. The world is a better place with you in it.
I used to weight lift for all my life. Now I’m 52 and have changed to Pilates and yoga so much better! Look up trainers on TH-cam lots of out there
I have to push back on the exercise advice given here. The latest studies show that menopausal women benefit greatly from gradually lifting heavier weights and doing plyometric exercises. It helps with osteoporosis prevention, prevent insulin resistance, helps body composition. Stacey Sims writes all about this in her current book Next Level. She is a physiology doctor with a special interest in menopausal women. It is all based on current studies.
By the way, I love Dr. Talon’s videos and podcasts.
The great thing about education is that you can use it (or refuse it) as you please. The goal is for you to manage YOUR menopause YOUR way. You never have to justify your decisions to anybody.
That’s Dr. Taylor, not Talon. Darn autocorrect!
You are an ANGEL !!! 😄♥️
BLOODY excellent!!
Well, thank you, my dear.
Thank you for another great videos🙏 Unfortunately, I noticed almost 12 of the red flags with my doctors. I went for a second opinion but exactly the same. They think menopause is all about hot flashes, night sweet and vaginal dryness. They keep telling me joint pain and insomnia is not really related to menopause and they keep sending me to my physician. I'm looking forward to my consultation with you in September.
Wow. I just found you and just started listening to this video first and right off the bat my former gun said "you are having a beautiful menopause" then he left his practice.
The next gun told me it was too late for me to take estrogen. 5 years past stopped periods and I am out of options!?!?
OMG, I KNEW the guy doing the workout class I joined was wrong. 20 years old and built thought we all could keep up or we were lazy.
Lee,
Please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. You are not out of options, and it is not too late to start HRT if that's what you want. I can tailor all the information specifically to YOU in a consultation.
As for these videos, be sure to start with video 1 and watch them all in order if you want to understand everything.
@@MenopauseTaylor Thank you so much. I am on #2 since I found you yesterday. I will schedule an appt this week.!
This was so useful.
I'm so glad!
Love you, dr Taylor!
Well, I love you, too, my dear. That's why I give you the education you deserve.
Thank you Doctor Taylor for your quick answer.
My OBGN answered me yesterday
she advice me to use only one patch/ weekly 0.05 mg instead of 2 weekly, and see how i am doing.
To keep the same regimen with progesterone 100mg inserted every night.
If my hotflashes come back or if all my bad side effects persist and make my life miserable she recommend to stop everything anfd to consult her to try other options.
I answered to her few minutes ago that may be the bad side effects come from the progesterone ......?
I remember i have spoken with you about the progesterone before.
My question now , using only 1 estradiol 0.05 patch weekly is it enough to protect my bones, heart, and brain?
And do i still need 100mg progesterone every night even if i lower my estradiol intake ?
Thank you so much Barbie for everything
Be a woman and find the right HRT dosage may be difficult sometimes.
Stay safe
Agnes
Hello Dear Barbie thank you again for all this education.
I had the pleasure to have a consultation with you in January 2020 just before my OBGYN specialised in Menopause.
She put me on Estradiol patches 0.05 mg 2/weeks and 100 mg progesterone pills that i insert vaginally every night.
I am on HRT for 2 months and half and i don' t really see a difference.
Still mood swing, fatigue,palpitations,food cravings, weight gain, breast pain &enlargement, stiffness joint pain.
The only positive aspect, i dont have nights sweat sweat
Because of the Covid it's not easy to have a consultation with her.
Well, it is easy to have a consultation with me. And I can help you assess your situation and consider your options. From what you're telling me, you need to make some changes in your hormones, and what you need is very obvious to me. But I can't do consultations in a comment box.
Just found your videos, thank you for all your information. I'm 39 and had a radical hysterectomy. All my joints are in pain and I'm on estradiol
Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know.
Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know.
I respond to all comments here on TH-cam daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!)
And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time. I do them all online.
@@MenopauseTaylor that's amazing thanks so much for giving all this information! I will go back to your 1st video. My grandma died from ovarian cancer and my mom had issues too.
@@chrmng1 You will be so glad you started from the beginning. Light bulbs will go on like crazy.
Flipping 50 is a TH-cam channel with a PT for menopausal women. You guys could team up on a video! 💪🏻
I thought I had to just “tough it out”, too, lol. I figured it was something normal that after it was over everything would just level out and my body would get used to it.😂I was wrong…my body might have been relatively cool with it, but my brain didn’t. I finally have a doctor who is trying to help me.
Balance 👏🏽 flexibility 👏🏽 and 👏🏽core. 👏🏽 TRUTH 👏🏽👏🏽
Yes. I'm a about telling the truth.
Menopause Taylor without going into the [HIPAA] of it all 😉, your tutorials have been instrumental in my meno-sovereignty. Your charts have been helpful tools! EVERYONE: WATCH HER VIDEOS IN ORDER! If you aren’t doing that, and are chasing topics by video title, then remember all the videos she names as companion pieces and follow the Yellow Brick Road that way. We all will benefit by the whats/hows/whys of our bio journeys. I wound up taking these charts to my own GYN as a starting point. We did one thing, gave me a three-month trial, broke it out into another thing, of which I’m on a 90 day trial, and it appears to be working well for me. Goodbye symptoms! I feel like me again. You are the best channel on YT and I’m so thankful for you Dr Taylor. ❤️🙌🏽❤️
@@luadiva Wow! You have really made my day. I am so glad to know that my videos are helping you. It's my mission to make menopause better for all women, and you're helping me do just that.
Thank you so much for your kind comment.
Yes..to fitness for menopausal women. I actually used to have a physician who said "you don't really like working out, do you"? And that was years before menopause. I've always been strong and lean but now I find it's nearly impossible to remain even marginally fit and the middle weight gain is excruciating.
Vicki,
Consider having a consultation with me if you want help with this. I can give you so much information to make this more logical and successful.
My family doctor is wise and didn't comment on why I didn't want their gyn. I stated the doctor I requested first is a expert in menopause and my surgeon gave my hormones for the wild ride I was having with symptoms. He listens but judges, preaches and tells me what to do vs present options
I hope the gyn accepts me and she is as good as you are to your audience.
To be honest, these red flags apply to ANY medical treatment you seek from your PCP to specialists.
Actually, they apply to any medical professional, period. I think it's terrible that women have been subjected to medical professionals who treat therewith anything other than respect and kindness.
Amen to this whole video!!! ❤
I am so glad this is helping you!
Thanks so much .
It sounds like the same kind of incompetence and wrong information and lack of progress as in the addiction treatment field. It is surely clear who society puts low on the priority list. I guess we should consider ourselves lucky that at least HRT is legal!
Dr. Taylor thank you so much for the video you put out for the women in this phase of their lives. I'm in the middle of it right now and have many questions about the changes that's going through my body. I plan on doing a consultation session with you and I also plan on seeing my doctor for a well woman, mammogram and ask about additional tests. My question to you is, should I consult with you first before I see my doctor or vice versa. Thank you for your time. I don't know if you'll see this but I hope you do. 😊
You should definitely have the consultation with me first because I will school you in precisely how to converse with your doctor. In so doing, I will save you many pitfalls and burned bridges.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you.
Thank you for this info. Barbie is a great name. Mine too🙂I’ve tried all kinds of natural food and remedies for hot flashes and night sweats. I’m 56 and have had them for 4 years now. I finally got estrogen and progesterone cream from naturopathic doctor. Got severe leg cramps and anxiety after one week. Maybe just take estrogen and remove progesterone? Took progesterone pills awhile ago and same side effects. Haven’t just tried estrogen alone. Your thoughts pls? My red flag symptoms are up like tutorial 86. Help!!🤪🙏♥️
Please, please, have a consultation with me. I will arm you with all the information you need, help you weigh your benefits and risks, and school you in how to navigate the medical system in order to get what you want.
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU.
I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works:
1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone.
2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date.
3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages.
4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth.
5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed.
6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use.
7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options.
The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request.
So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively).
I hope to meet you soon!
Thank you so much 🏝🌴🤗
Ahh, my dear Yesica. You are so welcome!
Who or how do I find help? I went through instant menopause with chemotherapy for HER 2 positive breast cancer. I’ve not been the same since. I was told I can’t take any hormones at all? But I have many problems down there and haven’t had sex since. I’ve been married for 29 years.... I’m surprised my husband is still here. I have terrible insurance through Kaiser. I’m am a number. They don’t care at all. They tell me it’s normal and to tough it out. I’ve never felt uglier in my life. And my quality of life has so diminished.
I have found your videos really informative and eye opening. Living in the UK, do you know I would get access to any form of medical help for the hormone deficiencies you describe so well?
Look up Dr Louise Newson (know as Menopause Dr) on the internet. You can also ask to be referred to a menopause clinic in the UK.
My newest GYN told my weight gsin joint pain and low libido were all part of aging, and coming off of bioidentical HRT is my best option. I seriously need to find a 2nd opinion!🤔
Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will tailor everything specifically to YOU so that you can get exactly what you want. I do them all online.
I am concerned about the effects of the HRT patches I m using. My breast are very swollen, sore, I feel breathless and I feel like the patches may be too much for me. This is most fluid retention I ve ever had before a period. I asked the doctor and she said it’s just symptoms that will settle down. I m in early menopause so have to use the combined HRT but the lowest dose.
Please, have a consultation with me. You need to understand what's normal, what merely warrants an adjustment in your current regimen, etc.
The first thing to know is that it takes a full 2 MONTHS to asses whether or not any hormone regimen us right for you. Do not judge it before that. And ran, at the two-month mark, make sure that you make adjustments according to what your own body is telling you. This is what I'll do if you have a consultation with me.
Some of what you wrote is "off," though. You really should consult with me.
Too much estrogen
Hello dr . barbie .such a beautiful person you are like a gems .your information is very useful for each n every woman.i know you are on estrogen therepy since your hysterectomy .I want to know you take hormone in which form like pill, patch or any other. Thanks in advance . from India.
I have used almost every form of estrogen: Pills, gels, and vaginal ring. I haven't used the patch simply because I work out every day and sweat too much. There is no "better," "worse," "good," or "bad." It's just a matter of what works best FOR YOU.
I asked my former OBGYN to have a discussion regarding the different types of hormones and treatments regarding perimenopause symptoms, she quickly interjected that I didn't need to worry about that until I was suffering with hot flashes and moved on to another subject. Bye bye.
You definitely need to find a different doctor. Never settle for a doctor who does not serve YOUR needs.
If you would like a full education on what you asked of your doctor, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I will make sure you know absolutely everything.
I can’t count how many women on the thyroid groups I’m in who report their endocrinologists tell them their crazy and prescribe antidepressants instead of prescribing the proper thyroid hormones.
That's is why you need this education. It will empower you to advocate for yourself and get what you want.
If you want me to tailor everything specifically to YOU, I can do so in a consultation, which you can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
Hi doctor. Do you have a video on hrt and its side effects? With how many side effects should you be willing to live? You said that you need to follow a kind of therapy for 3 months in order to know if it's working. But what if the side effects are so severe? When can you decide it's not for you? I just went through 14 days of hell taking cyclic hrt O + P (oedema, pain shoots in veins, migraine, nausea, palpitations, extrasystoles, depressed, fatigued, I felt poisoned, unable to exercise). So even though it's only been one month, I think it's back to the drawing board with my ob-gyn next week.
You would be greatly benefited by having a consultation with me. No two women are alike, and it is necessary to be specific about YOUR particular situation and YOUR particular side effects. Most women have side effects only from the progesterone component of their HRT.
In a consultation , I will make sure you understand absolutely everything, and know all your options for feeling your very best.
Please consider scheduling one. All you have to do is go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.
@@MenopauseTaylor well my obgyn is a good friend and we exchanged messages. And we have decided on a plan B, so seeing her on Tuesday. If that fails, I'll definitely consider an appointment. Thank you so much. 🙏
@@MenopauseTaylor the thing I don't understand though is WHY so many women react to hrt progesterone? Our bodies used to make it and deal with it? 🤔
@@leenmarier5729 Progesterone is not for YOU. It's for the baby.
Pro = In support of
Gest = Gestsation (pregnancy)
One = Hormone
The one and only reason you produced it was to support a pregnancy.
There are three sex hormones: Testosterone, Estrogen, and Progesterone. The three hormones are like The Three Bears. You know how each bear had his or her own bed, chair, & porridge? Well, each hormone belongs to only one member of the family, just like each bed, chair, & bowl of porridge.
Testosterone is the male hormone. It belongs to Papa Bear. Estrogen is the female hormone. It belongs to Mama Bear. Progesterone is the hormone of pregnancy. It belongs to Baby Bear.
So, progesterone is NOT YOUR hormone. It's the baby's hormone. Pro -gester-one literally means "hormone in support of pregnancy). (Video 9)
The ONLY reason you produce progesterone or ever needed progesterone was to support a pregnancy.
While you have all three in your body, the one that your body depends on more than anything is estrogen.
Progesterone’s only purpose before menopause is to support a pregnancy. Other than that, it has no other function. So, contrary to what most people assume, progesterone is not your hormone. It's for the baby.
@@leenmarier5729 I'm here for you whenever you need me.
I asked my doctor if she could test my hormones because I was living a nightmare with perimenopause symptoms even though I was menstruating regularly. I didn't know what was happening to me. She said, "Your hormones are fine." I wondered how she could know my hormones were fine without testing. It turns out she didn't know. She was just a bad doctor.
Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. You are mistaken in your assumptions, and you deserve to really understand what's what.
I will teach you everything and tailor it all specifically to YOU. I do them all online.
I had depression with anemia... Dr gave me iron, not antidepressants. Go figure! 🤣🤣😜😎 Thank you Dr Barbie x you are awesome 🙏💚🌻
Knowing what to look for is key.
Yes 🙌 And another absurd revelation is that insurance doesn’t cover vaginal estrogen cream! 😢. Pills all day, though!
Don't rely on anybody else or any insurer to take care of you as well as you can take care of yourself. This education empowers you to manage YOUR menopause YOUR way.
@@MenopauseTaylor That’s all well and good if you can afford the estrogen in your retirement years…
@@STate-lt8xq It all depends on where you live or where you get your HRT. The HRT that costs 350 U.S. dollars costs only about 3 Euro in Europe. And in some countries, all these HRT products are on store shelves for the price of lotion, with no need for a prescription or even a pharmacist.
@@MenopauseTaylorwow😢. USA is so ancient and cruel to women in desperate need of HRT. I wish I could afford to move to a foreign country. I’m on hormones nearly 70 and if nothing changes I’ll stay on them til the end. Thanks for all your awesome menopausal education and your beautiful cheerful appearance and pretty Victorian outfits.
@@liznaber880 I'm here to help you, no matter where you live. Don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all online.
Oups i am not done with my previous post...
I don't have nights sweats anymore but all these sides effects makes me miserable.
I know that the progesterone may be responsible for all theses sides effects but i still have my uterus...
I have addressed all my comp!ains to my OBGYN by mail and still waiting for an answer.
Do you thing i need to increase my Estradiol dosage?
Do you think i should try a different form of Progesterone?
Thank you for your help
Stay safe
Agnes
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. There's just no way I can tailor things to you in a comment box.
I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works:
1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone.
2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date.
3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages.
4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth.
5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed.
6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use.
7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options.
The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request.
So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively).
I hope to meet you soon!
Hi, Dr. Barbie! Thank you so much for everything that you do for us!
I’m 60 years old and I’m afraid I have already missed my window of opportunity to use estrogen/progesterone! I have already learned to live with my symptoms, like vaginal dryness, insomnia and hot flashes! Do you have other options, for me to treat diseases like heart attack, osteoporosis and Alzheimer?
I still have my uterus and never had a child. Appreciate your help!🙏🏼
I started taking saw palmetto to help with thinning hair and wrinkled sagging skin. I have recently heard that it could interfere with the estrogen i am taking. Whats your take on that?
It is impossible to answer your question because estrogen sources differ greatly. If you want me to address this adequately, schedule a consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME so that I have all the information necessary to give it the attention it deserves.
Haha! My old doctor, and I mean my doctor from the past since I fired him for being a jerk! Said, "well sometimes this is as good as it gets." Can you believe it! Oh and he rolled his eyes at me! He really did not want to treat me at all! I have never met anyone so insensitive in my life! He had no problems cutting all my female organs out, but didnt want to take care of me after the fact. I mean, I had to call the office and say, " do you all think I need some hormones? Because I'm not feeling right, actually I feel like I'm dying! Every bone in my body ached, I had urinary frequency, vaginal pain, hot flashes, you name it, I had it!
Well I met you Dr. Taylor and you directed me in the right direction after spending years trying to find someone to help. You are such a wonderful person! I wish you live in the US! I would be coming to your office if you were still in practice. Talk to you soon! Be safe!💖💖💖
Well, I would absolutely love to have you as a patient, Dolores. You are a true pleasure. Thank you for your kind words.
There are just as many women who have their heads in the sand like ostriches regarding menapause preparation. They insist they don't need menapause or even perimenapause management whike being inundated and being bombarded with all symptoms and go around the Entire circuit of a host of other specialists, under go surgeries and heavy meds but have yet to turn an attention on for a gynae's explanation. Perhaps it's because it too much work to care for themselves which they can't outsource to specialists and pills. It is hard work and persistence to take charge your own body and life. So easy to play victim and blame specialists and bad luck in health.
Some of my previous videos have addressed this very thing.
What do you think about using St. John's Wort for postmenopausal depression?
Constans Do you think your body is suddenly short on St. John’s wort, or possibly estrogen?
I made the mistake of trying everything first.
I wasted five years of my life trying alternatives.
Good luck.
Nothing is about "what I think." All that matters are facts. I give you facts and let you make your own decisions.
St. John's Wort is one of the many herbal products that people use to alleviate depression. However, if you look at the claims on any St. Johns Wort product, it merely says that it "Helps promote positive mood." That's because there has never been any research on it (or any other herbal remedy) and it is not capable of treating any disease.
Like any herbal product, it is entirely unregulated, and marketed in a way that makes you believe it has medicinal qualities. At the same time, you do not receive literature about it's risks and side-effects which include thinning of your blood.
When it comes to menopause management, you can either treat each symptom individually, in which case you could be taking dozens of medications or herbs, or you can treat the root of the problem which is estrogen deficiency.
If you'd like to assess all your options and have me tailor them all specifically to YOU, schedule a consolation at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
Dr. Barbie, can you still prescribe medicine? Can we meet you online for a medical consultation and have you write a prescription for hrt?
Alison,
I am retired from the clinical practice of medicine, and teach full time now. As such I do not prescribe or accept any kind of insurance. I do accept credit card payments online, but you would have to deal personally with the FSA aspect of that.
I am a licensed, board-certified Gynecologist, with all the privileges. But, you have to have a doctor who is in active clinical practice for getting your prescriptions. That's why I don't prescribe them.
You do not need to get any blood tests before consulting with me, and it is better not to.
I would school you in absolutely everything you need to know about menopause, how to find a doctor, how to get what you want from your doctor, and how the medical system works. After a consultation with me, you will actually know 90% more than most doctors! In essence, I will arm you with the tools you need to manage your menopause your way and make the rest of your life the best of your life.
I live in a poor rural area where you can't simply shop around. I don't know what to do.
Lisa,
Schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME and I'll help you navigate your options. I do them all online, and there are always options ... no matter where you live.
What do you do if you don't have health insurance, but many problems?
I love you!!
Well, I love you right back, my dear. That's why I'll do whatever it takes to give you the menopause education you deserve.
Menopause is treated ,as a temporary situation.We are talked out of hrt's....even though we as women, know it makes a life changing difference.If menopause was a " man's problems" , these men would be screaming from every mountain top, to get treatment.
No kidding! If men lost all their testosterone, there would be an ATM (Automatic Testosterone Machine) on every street corner, in every building, and in every home. Society's primary goal would be to give men all the testosterone they want ... and it would be free.
How do I get a hold of you!
Go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.
I 'did' at least receive vaginal estrogen in my 40s late 30s but it wasn't explained what it was doing for me!
What are some options for surgical menopause due to a hysterectomy due to an estrogen driven cancer?
Jennifer,
This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU.
I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works:
1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone.
2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date.
3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages.
4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth.
5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed.
6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use.
7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options.
The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request.
So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively).
I hope to meet you soon!
Menopause Taylor 💕 thank you!
Shoot, now i need to find a new doctor.
And you'll be so much happier when you do.
Wow. I have probably heard all of these red flag comments before going into surgical menopause. I was not prepared. I would have absolutely loved to have been a patient of yours. I knew absolutely nothing about it.
I would have loved to have you as my patient, too! Most of my patients had a very difficult time finding a new doctor when I retired because I had "spoiled" them so.
Pahla B Fitness on youtube is great for menopausal fitness!
Thank you.
What about previous breast cancer
This is different for every woman. You need a consultation so that I can tailor everything specifically to YOU. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME, and I do them all online.
“Why oh why should you wear a diaper?”. LOVED THIS. Dr. Taylor is our Fairy Menomother and we owe her so much!
Well, that's quite a title for me. and I love it. Thank you so much for appreciating my efforts. Now I'm going to look for a Fairy Menomother costume.
@@MenopauseTaylor omg that will be AMAZING!! 🧚💙
I have the wrong doctor:(
Well, now that you know that, you should start searching for the right doctor. This is something I do with every woman who has a consultation. I teach you how to find the right doctor. So, if you want my help, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.
OMG, Months ago I went to a Neurologist only told "You're depressed" My MD agreed and increased my anti depressants even after I told him I'm not depressed. I believe I left my job because of menopause the craziness that I was feeling and the sicknesses I was going through only to be threaten to be fired so I got put on depressants. Now with covid-19 my doctor doesn't want me to go get my blood work done it's not necessary now it can wait and send me to GYN because of the over bleeding because I stopped the pill. Can't get a GYN not taking patients because of Covid-19. Now I wait again, which by the time I can get to a specialist which is 6-12 months once they begin to take patients again. who know's what else I'll be dealing with. It just crazy.
Dana,
You really should have a consultation with me BEFORE seeing any physician. You can possibly have one before the Coronavirus mess is over. I will arm you with all the information you need, help you weigh your benefits and risks, and school you in how to navigate the medical system in order to get what you want. There are more pitfalls than you can possibly imagine. And, if you go to your doctor before having a consultation, you could burn your bridges without even knowing it. You do not need any labs before having a consultation with me. All you need to do for scheduling is go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.
@@MenopauseTaylor I wanted to have all my blood work completed to ensure where I stood. I just lost,
@@danaprahl1734 Your hormone levels tell you nothing. The process of transitioning int menopause is a complete hormonal rollercoaster. Don't waste your time, money, or blood getting labs that are meaningless.
You will be much better off without hormone levels.
Every lab test is but a single snap shot in time. If you were to draw your labs every day for a whole month, they would be all over the map. So, which one would you believe?
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I still don't understand anything about post menopause. I never wrote anything down regarding when I started menopause. I just turned 55 and I don't know if I have time to take estrogen
When you mentioned vaginal loss that really concerned me. Is there a video that talks about this issue? Thank you for all do for women.
You are so very welcome, Mary. What you need is a consultation with me. If you schedule one, I will give you everything you need to know so that you can get started on managing your menopause your way NOW. These videos are very thorough, but you need to watch them in order, and, so far, there are already 194 of them. If you're already 55 you don't have time to get this education via the videos alone.
Please consider going to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule a consultation in which I can teach you everything AND tailor it all specifically to YOU. Your entire future depends on your successful management of your menopause ... which will last the rest of your life.
@@MenopauseTaylor yes I would like to but I can't afford it.
@@maryfelix1546 Stay on the lookout. I have giveaways from time to time.
How many years after last period is too late for HRT?
@@joannepigliavento7930 hi, I think like seven years.