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11/18/2025

*** DATE CHANGE ***
Our Navigating Menopause with Purpose webinar has been moved to Dec. 10! We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Join us at the new date, Dec. 10 at 1 PM ET, for an engaging session hosted by Tina Finkelstein, Coach and Member Services Lead at Stella for menopause and featuring Z. Colette Edwards, MD, MBA, our Founder and Chief Medical Officer.

This session is designed to help you feel informed, confident, and in control. And, yes, even grateful! We’ll explore how to combine clinical care with simple, impactful daily choices so you can protect your health, boost your energy, and feel like yourself again.

This is YOUR time. Let’s make it intentional!

🗓️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/43cwL3t

11/14/2025

The menopause journey may come earlier for many Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander women+, and that timing matters.

An earlier start to menopause means the body begins its hormonal shifts sooner, which means the increased risk of conditions like heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, depression, and anxiety begins sooner and lasts for a longer period of time.

At pausitive health, we’re here to help you understand these changes and get the care you need so you can protect your long-term health and feel empowered through every stage of the transition. Knowledge is power, and your well-being deserves attention now, not later!

🔗 Read More: https://www.pausitivehealth.com/menopause-women-of-color/

11/13/2025

Big news in women’s health!

The FDA just announced it is removing the “black box” warning from hormone therapy (HT) products for menopause, a major breakthrough.

If you remember, HT got a bad rap in the early 2000s after studies suggested it increased risks like cancer, strokes, and blood clots. That has led to years of fear and confusion and a lot of women missing out on the major benefits HT offers.

Now, with decades of better research, the FDA agrees that when started before age 60 or within 10 years of menopause, the benefits of HRT outweigh the risks.

This does not mean HT is right for everyone. It is still prescription only, and a conversation with your doctor is key. But it does mean we can finally talk about menopause care with more accuracy, optimism, and empowerment.

🔗 Read More: https://bit.ly/48bMGSu

11/12/2025

Better book a longer session… We are all for self-care during the holiday season to combat the stressors it can bring! 😅

11/11/2025

The menopause journey is not the end of your story - it’s the start of a powerful new chapter. 💪

Join us on November 18 at 1 PM ET for Navigating Menopause with Purpose, hosted by Tina Finkelstein, Coach and Member Services Lead at Stella for menopause and featuring Z. Colette Edwards, MD, MBA, our Founder and Chief Medical Officer.

This session is designed to help you feel informed, confident, and in control. And, yes, even grateful! We’ll explore how to combine clinical care with simple, impactful daily choices so you can protect your health, boost your energy, and feel like yourself again.

This is YOUR time. Let’s make it intentional!

🗓️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/43cwL3t

11/08/2025

You’ve got options when it comes to managing the menopause journey! In addition to hormone therapy, there are many non-hormonal ways to ease symptoms. Think massage, yoga, meditation, art therapy, nutrition, and non-hormonal medications.

The key is finding what works for you and being open with your healthcare practitioner about it. Creating a plan that takes into account your medical and family history, your resources and responsibilities, and your approach to health and well-being means you map a pathway specific to your particular situation.

Your body, your choices, always. 💜

🔗 Read More: https://www.pausitivehealth.com/nonhormonal-options-101/

11/06/2025

The menopause journey looks different for everyone, and for Black women, it can come with its own set of challenges.

Research from The Menopause Society found that Black women are more likely to experience early menopause, more frequent and severe hot flashes that last over a prolonged period of time, and higher rates of mood changes and stress.

At pausitive health, we want you to know this isn’t “just in your head.” It’s real, it’s valid, and you deserve care, services, and resources which recognize each person’s journey is unique. We’re here to share the science, provide the support, and offer the solutions to move through this transition with confidence and care that’s truly made for you.

🔗 Read More: https://www.pausitivehealth.com/menopause-women-of-color/

11/04/2025

Menopause Awareness Month may be over, but the journey continues 24/7/365 for the 60 million women navigating this universal journey.

That’s why our Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Z. Colette Edwards, is joining Kamili Wilson, Founder and President of Claret Circle, for an Instagram Live conversation on “Menopause Management at Your Fingertips.”

🗓 Wednesday, November 5
🕖 7 PM ET
📍 Instagram

Tune in for practical guidance, empowering insights, and (if time allows) a sneak peek at some exciting new features planned for our upcoming pausitive health mobile app - launching 2026!

Don’t miss this one! Set your reminder and join the conversation.

11/03/2025

Big news for women seeking non-hormonal treatment options! The FDA just approved a brand new non-hormonal medication for hot flashes and night sweats, and it’s called Lynkuet (elinzanetant).

Why this matters: There haven’t been many non-hormonal options for vasomotor symptoms (VSMs - the medical term for hot flashes and night sweats 🔥), and this one looks especially promising. Early data shows it may even help with menopause-related sleep issues, though that comparison has yet to be directly studied.

Here’s how it works: Lynkuet blocks two brain receptors that help regulate body temperature and may also play a role in mood and sleep. In clinical trials, people taking it had significantly fewer and less intense hot flashes than those on placebo.

It’s always exciting to see more options for people navigating the menopause journey because one size definitely doesn’t fit all.

👉Read More: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/menopause-drug-without-hormones-lynkuet-elinzanetant-approved-fda/

10/28/2025

Did you know menopause sometimes shows up way ahead of schedule?

👉 Premature menopause: before age 40 (1% of women)
👉 Early menopause: between ages 40–45 (another 5%)

When it hits earlier, symptoms can be more intense—and health risks like bone loss or heart issues can pop up sooner. But it’s not all bad news: earlier menopause can also lower certain cancer risks.

Bottom line: the age your journey begins matters. And whatever your number, we’ve got resources to help you navigate it.

🔗 Read more here: https://www.pausitivehealth.com/premature-and-early-menopause/

10/25/2025

“The information is so well-vetted, and that’s something that I’ve been looking for. To have that trusted source.” ~ Tricia Fox, pausitive health member

Real talk: there’s a lot of misinformation, disinformation, or just information that’s hard to understand out there. Tricia found what she needed in pausitive health: trustworthy information on topics she selected (and access to physician-vetted resources and clinical services that actually help).

It’s Menopause Awareness Month. Membership in our pilot program is FREE for now. If you’ve been waiting for a sign- this is it.

👉 Become a member today: https://www.pausitivehealth.com/membership/

Tricia Fox shares how pausitive health is helping empower her on the menopause journey, and the ways the trusted resoure has changed her journey for the bett...

10/23/2025

Not all menopause journeys look the same. Ignoring that fact has left too many women+ under-researched and under-supported.

Research shows that women+ of color often experience menopause differently. For example…

👉 Black women often face longer, more intense hot flashes, bladder issues, and vaginal dryness.
👉 Hispanic and Latina women may see more anxiety, mood swings, and painful s*x.
👉 Women of color overall are more likely to deal with conditions like fibroids, which can crank symptoms up even higher.

Add racial disparities in healthcare, which can lead to delayed diagnoses or discussions that don’t include ALL of your options. It’s a lot to deal with when you need symptom relief STAT!

That’s why getting care from a medical professional who sees the whole person and is sensitive to your unique needs is key. Every woman deserves to be heard, respected, and supported—not gaslit, not dismissed.

Know your options. Ask the tough questions. Demand care that sees all of you.