The 'Pause Life

Sharing this gem from @imomsohard and her 14-year-old son explaining that menopause “isn’t that bad.” I’m crying laughing… but also genuinely marveling that a 14-year-old boy even knows what menopause is. That’s progress. And her restraint? Olympic level. 🥇 Let’s keep normalizing the conversation, in our homes, with our kids, with each other. Because if a teenage boy can talk about menopause, so can your doctor. #menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause

It’s time. Women in midlife deserve access to the full range of evidence-based treatment options, including testosterone. ⁣ We have robust data showing that testosterone can significantly improve the overall quality of life in women in midlife. And yet, in the U.S., there is still no FDA-approved testosterone product specifically for women, despite our bodies naturally producing it. ⁣ We’re not asking for more than what men already have. We’re asking for equity, science, and respect. ⁣ Women’s health is not a niche. It’s not secondary. It’s essential. Thank you to @kellycaspersonmd and knowledge that you presented to the FDA. ⁣ #drmaryclairehaver #womenshealth #menopause #perimenopause #midlife #menopauseadvocacy #medicaladvocacy #womeninmidlife #thepauselife

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@maryclairehaver@Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD

What are the organ would you have electively removed? #menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #Menopause #thenewmenopause

This is what works for me, menopause care is not a cookie cutter or one-size-fits-all solution. If you’re looking for a way to find a menopause, educated provider check out the free menopause empowerment guide. It’s linked. #menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause

You deserve pain control for any procedure

The window of opportunity….. Dr. Roberta Diaz Brinton at the FDA

Facts. Not fear. The Pause Life has the free resources for you. #menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause #midlifepower

Estrogen plays a powerful role in the body. You can live without it but for many women, that comes with more inflammation, joint pain, muscle aches, and a noticeable shift in how you feel day to day. For most of us, estrogen isn’t just about symptom relief; it’s about protecting long-term health and extending our health span. Want to learn more? Tap the link in bio to explore free resources, symptom quizzes, and expert-backed guidance. #thenewmenopause #drmaryclairehaver #hormonehealth #womenshealth #perimenopause #menopausesupport #healthspan #hormonesymptoms #thepauselife #midlifehealth #womenshormones #menopause

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This graph changes everything. Most women’s health research links menopause symptoms to age—but when you center the data on the final menstrual period, the real picture comes into focus. Cognitive issues like brain fog? They start early—often 3 to 4 years before periods stop. Hot flashes and night sweats? They peak around the final period and often last for years. Sleep problems, mood changes, sexual dysfunction? They don’t just “go away.” Many worsen or persist deep into postmenopause. This is not aging. This is the consequence of hormone loss. Estrogen doesn’t just regulate reproduction—it affects the brain, sleep, metabolism, cardiovascular health, sexual function, and mood. When you see this mapped over time, it’s clear: This is a systemic event. And yet women are told to tough it out, ride it out, and wait it out. No more. It’s time to center menopause in research, policy, and clinical care. This is healthspan. This is quality of life. This is the future of medicine. You're not crazy. You're not broken. You're unpaused. 📊 Source: Nature Reviews Psychology, 2025 📚 Learn more at thepauselife.com #menopause #perimenopause #hormones #brainfog #sleepproblems #vasomotorsymptoms #sexualhealth #midlifewomen #healthspan #unpaused

Honest. #menopause #perimenopause #estradiol #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause

#stitch with @The 'Pause Life Two years ago, I shared my hormone therapy journey—and I’m still on the same core regimen today: a topical estradiol patch plus oral micronized progesterone. But I’ve added a few extras that have made a big difference. I now use vaginal estrogen to prevent the genital urinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), a topical estriol cream on my face and neck for collagen and skin elasticity, and a physiological dose of testosterone to support libido and maintain muscle mass. This is what works for me, and I believe in being transparent. For more information, visit our link in bio and check out the blogs. #menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause

@Dieux Skin @Jones Road Beauty @LaRochePosayUS @Supergoop @Alloy Women’s Health

Without you, there would be no movement. To every person who was brave enough to share their story with me, fight for better care, demand that your experience be taken seriously, I thank you. And for those who are still struggling and wondering what is wrong… We are here for you. Thank you too. @time for this incredible honor and recognition of the menopause movement. #menopause #perimenopause #time100creators

I’m truly curious#menopause #perimenopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause #thenewmenopause

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I’m a menopause expert. I teach this. And still… There were things about my own menopause that shocked me. I wasn’t prepared for the sleep disruption. Or how suddenly alcohol wrecked my night. Or how fast my cholesterol spiked. Or how my joints ached when I got out of bed. Or the unexpected shifts in my mental health. Menopause is not just hot flashes. Swipe through and then check the caption below where I share how I resolved many of these issues. It wasn’t magic. It wasn’t just a prescription. It was approaching my health like a toolkit. Yes, hormone therapy (I’m on a combination that includes Yazmin and estradiol) made a real difference. But so did: • Rebuilding my nutrition — prioritizing protein, plants, and fiber • Replacing cardio-only workouts with resistance training • Prioritizing deep, restorative sleep • Taking evidence-based supplements to support muscle, bone, and brain health • Putting up boundaries and refusing to carry other people’s drama anymore Menopause cracked me open — and in the process, I rebuilt something stronger. 🧰 Tap the link in bio for free resources, downloads, and tools to build your own menopause toolkit. You’re not alone. #m#menopausep#perimenopause #menopause #drmaryclaire #thenewmenopause #believewomen