120. Cougar Puberty, The We Do Not Care Club and Why Menopause Humor Helps Fuel the Conversation

28/08/2025 11 min
120. Cougar Puberty, The We Do Not Care Club and Why Menopause Humor Helps Fuel the Conversation

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Are you crying over dog food commercials… or impulse-buying your fourth pair of reading glasses? Welcome to the wild ride of Cougar Puberty—yes, it’s a thing, and no, you’re not the only one living it. In this short but laughter-filled episode, we’re talking about the hormonal chaos of perimenopause and menopause… and why comparing it to puberty might just be the most accurate (and hilarious) take out there.If you’ve ever felt like you’re reliving the emotional roller coaster of your teen years—minus the slumber parties and with a lot more night sweats—this episode will help you feel seen, heard, and not so alone. In this episode:What “Cougar Puberty” actually means—and why it’s more real than you thinkThe hormonal roller coaster you’re riding (and how it mirrors your teen years)How humor can lighten the heavy parts of perimenopauseWhy we love the “We Do Not Care Club”—and how to join guilt-freeThe delicate balance of not caring about the small stuff while still caring deeply for yourselfWhy finding the right practitioner can make all the differenceA surprising reason for night sweats (hint: it’s not always hormones!) Resources Mentioned:Concierge program: www.meadowhillwellness.com/renewher  Coaching call link: https://calendly.com/sarapoldmae/midlife-strategy Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:Website: https://risingwomanproject.comInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmaeHave a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!