Perimenopause is often overlooked, yet it’s a transformative phase in a woman’s life that can bring a range of physical and emotional changes. In this episode, Dr. Jennie Berkovich sits down with Dr. Michelle Jacobson, an expert in women’s health, to discuss what perimenopause really is, how it differs from menopause, and the earliest signs women should be aware of. They dive into the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the impact of lifestyle factors like diet and exercise, key preventative health screenings, and the biggest myths surrounding perimenopause. Dr. Jacobson also shares insights on emerging treatments and exciting new research in perimenopause care. Whether you're approaching this stage or want to be informed for the future, this episode is packed with must-know information! Sponsor the JOWMA Podcast! Email [email protected] a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA orgFollow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/JOWMA med Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorgStay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc cid=dfb442d2a7&mc eid=e9eee6e41e

Rachel Tuchman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over ten years of experience. She has worked with many diverse populations and across a wide spectrum of mental health relater concerns. Rachel is HAES (Health At Every Size) aligned clinician and dedicates a lot of her time out of office to educating parents and kids on the importance of body respect and the behaviors that truly honor our health. Currently, she offers services in her Cedarhurst, NY office for kids and teens ages 5-18, adults, and women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss and post hysterectomy. Rachel also does speaking engagements for schools, synagogues and various community organizations. You can reach her at [email protected]

Marion Nestle is Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, Emerita, at New York University, in the department she chaired from 1988-2003 and from which she retired in September 2017. She is also Visiting Professor of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell. She holds honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky and the Macaulay Honors College of the City University of New York.  She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley. Previous faculty positions were at Brandeis University and the UCSF School of Medicine. From 1986-88, she was senior nutrition policy advisor in the Department of Health and Human Services and editor of the 1988 Surgeon General’s Report on Nutrition and Health. Her research and writing examine scientific and socioeconomic influences on food choice and its consequences, emphasizing the role of food industry marketing.  She is the author, co-author, or co-editor of fifteen books, several of them prize-winning, most notably Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health (2002); Safe Food: The Politics of Food Safety (2003); What to Eat (2006); Why Calories Count: From Science to Politics, with Dr. Malden Nesheim (2012); Eat, Drink Vote: An Illustrated Guide to Food Politics (2013); and Soda Politics: Taking on Big Soda (and Winning) in 2015. She also has written two books about pet food, Pet Food Politics: The Chihuahua in the Coal Mine (2008) and Feed Your Pet Right in 2010 (also with Dr. Nesheim). She published Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat, in 2018 and a book of short essays with Kerry Trueman, Let's Ask Marion: What You Need to Know about the Politics of Food, Nutrition, and Health in 2020. Her most recent book is a memoir, Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics (2022). Read her full bio here Food Politics [email protected] More Podcasts on Nutrition: Atzmi: My Body is Not My "Self" Health at All Sizes with Malka Katzenstein Hunger Games: Raising Healthy Eaters

Elisheva Liss, LMFT is a psychotherapist in private practice, an author, lecturer, and digital educator. Her book, Find Your Horizon of Healthy Thinking, teaches how to use a narrative therapy technique she developed for managing challenging thoughts, feelings, and circumstances. Her primary digital course is: Sacred, Not Secret: A Religious Parent's Guide to Healthy, Holy Sexuality Education. Some of her other courses are: Private Practice Pro-Tips, How to Make the Most of Your Therapy Experience, and So You Might Want to Homeschool. Most of her content, including her blog, can be found on elishevaliss.com

In this can’t-miss episode, Dr. Lisa Klein dives deep into the challenges of parenting teens and tweens in today’s fast-paced world. From empowering parents to tackle tough conversations about nutrition and skincare to navigating shared decision-making when kids resist medical advice, Dr. Klein offers expert advice on guiding teens with empathy. She also discusses the impact of technology on growing up and reveals the biggest challenges teens face today. This episode is full of valuable insights for parents, caregivers, and anyone working with teens! Tune in for actionable takeaways you won't want to miss! Dr. Lisa Klein is a practicing pediatrician at Child Health Associates, P.C.  She stays busy with her three boys (two sons and one husband!).  After spending years teaching residents and medical students at William Beaumont Hospital, she is excited to help educate tweens of all ages about their changing bodies, and help other parents like her have “those talks” with their kids. https://turningteen.com/ Sponsor the JOWMA Podcast! Email [email protected] Become a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA org Follow us on Twitter!www.twitter.com/JOWMA med Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorg Stay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc cid=dfb442d2a7&mc eid=e9eee6e41e

In this episode, Dr. Jennie Berkovich sits down with pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Lara Hart to dive into the complex world of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in children. Dr. Hart explains what IBD is and how it uniquely impacts children compared to adults. They discuss the main types of IBD seen in children, the challenges of diagnosis, and how the diagnostic process unfolds. Listeners will gain insight into current treatment options for pediatric IBD, how treatment plans are tailored to each child, and the critical role nutrition plays in managing symptoms. Dr. Hart also sheds light on the impact of IBD on growth and development, shares tips on lifestyle modifications, and provides an update on emerging therapies. Finally, they explore long-term considerations for children diagnosed with IBD, including the transition from pediatric to adult care. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode is packed with valuable information to better understand and manage pediatric IBD. Sponsor the JOWMA Podcast! Email [email protected] Become a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA org Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/JOWMA med Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorg Stay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc cid=dfb442d2a7&mc eid=e9eee6e41e

Content Warning: This episode contains more explicit and sensitive content. It is geared towards a mature audience only. Audience discretion is advised. Suri Halpern, JD, LMFT, CST is a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist. She runs a private practice in Bala Cynwyd, PA, where she sees individuals and couples. She has lectured extensively on a variety of topics involving sexuality. She is passionate about giving women support and information about sexuality at all life stages. She has run training programs for mikveh attendants, kallah teachers, Rebbetzins and Yoatzot. Psychology Today | Sarah Halpern, Bala Cynwyd, PA https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sarah-halpern-bala-cynwyd-pa/167914 JOWMA Podcast | After The Chuppah: The Confident Kallah part 2 with Dr. Elissa Hellman https://anchor.fm/jowma/episodes/After-The-Chuppah-The-Confident-Kallah-part-2-with-Dr--Elissa-Hellman-e1jqute JOWMA Podcast | Ladies, We Need to Talk!  ⁠https://anchor.fm/jowma/episodes/After-The-Chuppah-The-Confident-Kallah-part-2-with-Dr--Elissa-Hellman-e1jqute⁠ JOWMA Podcast | Talking to Our Kids About Sex and Sexuality: Rachel Tuchman, LMHC  https://anchor.fm/jowma/episodes/Talking-to-Our-Kids-About-Sex-and-Sexuality-Rachel-Tuchman--LMHC-e1eqv7h JOWMA Podcast | How To Talk About Sex So Kids Will Listen and Listen So They Will Talk with Elisheva Liss, LMFT  https://anchor.fm/jowma/episodes/How-To-Talk-About-Sex-So-Kids-Will-Listen-and-Listen-So-They-Will-Talk-with-Elisheva-Liss--LMFT-e1er3fu Become a JOWMA Member! www.jowma.org  Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/JOWMA org  Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/JOWMA med  Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/JOWMAorg/ Stay up-to-date with JOWMA news! Sign up for the JOWMA newsletter! https://jowma.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9b4e9beb287874f9dc7f80289&id=ea3ef44644&mc cid=dfb442d2a7&mc eid=e9eee6e41e