Episode 64 - It’s Not You, It’s Perimenopause with Sarah Gray

Have you ever wondered why your body suddenly feels different - your energy dips, sleep changes, or the scales seem stuck - and you’re thinking, “What’s going on?”

It’s not you. It’s perimenopause.

This week, I’m joined by Sarah Gray, one of Australia’s leading dual-qualified health professionals in pharmacy and nutrition, and a certified menopause practitioner with over 25 years of experience.

Sarah brings science-backed, holistic wisdom to a topic that affects every woman; yet is still so misunderstood. Through her work and her new book, It’s Not You, It’s Perimenopause, she’s helping women make sense of their symptoms, take control of their wellbeing, and feel empowered through this transition.

Having navigated perimenopause myself, I can honestly say; it would have been wonderful to have Sarah’s book and guidance back then. Her calm, evidence-based approach makes this complex stage of life feel far less confusing and far more hopeful.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Tailoring your health to your unique needs is key; there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to perimenopause.
• Many women come to Sarah wanting to lose weight, but the real issue is often navigating hormonal shifts, not calories.
• One surprising benefit of this stage? Confidence - knowing who you are and what truly matters.
• It’s about understanding what supports you - good nutrition, movement, community - and what you can let go of for greater harmony.

About the Guest:

Sarah Gray is one of Australia’s leading dual-qualified health professionals in pharmacy and nutrition, and a certified menopause practitioner with over 25 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. Her holistic approach focuses on supplements and science-based solutions for perimenopause and menopause. A trusted thought leader, Sarah has appeared on Channel 10’s My Market Kitchen and is a recognised voice across radio, print, digital media and podcasts. She is also a regular contributor to leading health blogs and publications.

Show Resources:

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Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Emma - HERE

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Yours in navigating perimenopause, Emma. X.