EnRitched Menopause

You’re exhausted, you finally get into bed, and suddenly your brain is wide awake. Or maybe you fall asleep just fine, only to find yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM. If sleep has become harder during...

If it feels like your body suddenly changed in perimenopause or menopause — you’re gaining weight, losing muscle, feeling more tired, and the things that used to work just aren’t working anymore — it can be frustrating...

You’re exhausted, struggling with brain fog, feeling bloated, gaining weight despite your healthy habits, or simply not feeling like yourself. You see your doctor, get your labs done, and hear that everything is...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, yet it’s often overlooked, especially when symptoms don’t look the way we expect. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Ritch sits down with board-certified cardiologist Dr...

Menopause hormone therapy can be life-changing, but finding the right approach isn’t always as simple as taking estrogen and progesterone. If you’re in your 40s and dealing with poor sleep, weight changes, mood shifts...

Some seasons of life ask more of us than others — and perimenopause can be one of them. Between hormonal changes and life's unexpected challenges, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news? Resilience is something...

What if some of the changes you've been told are "just part of aging" don't have to be? Bladder leaks, frequent trips to the bathroom, vaginal discomfort, painful sex, and pelvic floor weakness are common during...

Have you been told that bladder leaks, pelvic pain, or discomfort during intimacy are just a normal part of getting older? Many women in perimenopause and menopause experience symptoms like urinary urgency, leaking...

Feeling more anxious, irritable, forgetful, or simply not quite like yourself lately? Perimenopause and menopause can affect more than your physical health. Shifting hormones can also impact your mood, sleep, anxiety...

Have you looked in the mirror lately and wondered why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar — even though you're taking care of yourself the same way you always have? Menopause can bring changes that affect not only how...

Wondering what's next for EnRitched Menopause? Whether you've been listening from the beginning or are joining us for the first time, we're so glad you're here. In this special season opener, Dr. Jessica Ritch...

Menopause care shouldn’t feel rushed or impersonal. In this episode, Dr. Ritch shares an important update about her practice, to better support women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Many women are looking for...

So many women in their 40s and 50s are trying to make informed decisions about their health, only to be met with outdated warnings, mixed messages, or advice that dismisses their very real symptoms. In this episode, Dr...

Are your workouts suddenly feeling harder in your 40s? Many women in perimenopause and menopause notice more joint pain, slower recovery, and stubborn weight gain — not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because...

Are you in your 40s and starting to wonder whether your “annual check-up” is really enough? Many women in perimenopause and menopause focus on caring for everyone else — and only seek medical care when something goes...