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The Sweaty Pillow, Calgary, AB (2026)

01/11/2026

Goodbye Menopause Belly! (And Every Lie You Were Ever Told About It) with Cindy Topel
Premiering this Thursday, January 15th.

In this episode, we uncover Cindy’s superpower breakfast and expose the biggest lies you’ve been told about menopause belly. One bowl. Five ingredients. One simple rule that changes everything.

Tune in Thursday at midnight to find out more.
Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube… or take the shortcut and tap the link in bio.

01/08/2026

The Sweaty Pillow returns next Thursday with a brand new season. Season 2 launches in one week, and we are turning up the volume with deeper conversations, sharper science, and the real support you already know and trust.

This season will cover everything related to perimenopause and menopause, with bite-sized, life-saving tips to help you not just survive but actually thrive in midlife. Sleep, hormones, weight, mood, gut health, and the confidence to feel like yourself again. It is all back in Season 2, and yes, we brought receipts.

We are thrilled to welcome Cindy Topel of for her third appearance on The Sweaty Pillow Podcast. She is a certified menopause specialist, certified nutritionist, certified weight loss coach, and founder of The Menopause Path and the first guest in almost two years to join us for a third time. In this episode, we blow up the biggest myths about menopause belly, why dieting and doing more is not the answer, and why blaming yourself is the biggest lie you were ever told. Cindy uncovers the real players behind midlife weight gain and plot twist, it is not what you think. Cindy introduces a smarter, powerful, and refreshingly simple way to tackle menopause. Listen to find out.

Want the details?
You will have to tune in Thursday to get them.

Season 2 is not New Year, new you.
It is New Year, same you, finally supported.

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1: Goodbye Menopause Belly! (And Every Lie You Were Ever Told About It) with Cindy Topel
Premiering Thursday the 15th at midnight. Perfect for the 3 AM wake up crew.

Streaming on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
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01/03/2026

Navigating the physical changes of menopause can be a challenge, and dryness is a very real issue that often goes unmentioned.
In this episode, we're joined by Mackie Swan CEO of the female-forward s*x brand WOO MORE PLAY. She’s here to break the silence and the stigma around intimacy in midlife. Mackie offers practical, relatable advice and shares her best tips for feeling confident and getting the spark back in the bedroom. Because your pleasure matters, and discomfort isn't a normal part of aging.

Watch the full episode with for real solutions to real menopause changes.

🎧 Available now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
🔗 Link in bio to listen.

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01/01/2026

On today's episode, Lara sits down with for a masterclass on all things midlife. Available now on Apple and Spotify.

As a clinician, educator, and advocate, Dr. Matsumura has dedicated her career to understanding why so many women stop sleeping in midlife, and why the answers are almost never as simple as “stress” or “hormones.” From her work diagnosing complex sleep disorders at The Oregon Clinic to her leadership roles within the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Dr. Matsumura brings clarity, compassion, and science to a topic too often minimized or misunderstood.

In this episode, Dr. Matsumura breaks down the real physiology behind women’s changing sleep in midlife including how shifting estrogen impacts your sleep architecture, why hot flashes aren’t the whole story, and the surprising number of women who unknowingly meet criteria for conditions like restless legs syndrome, sleep apnea, and chronic insomnia. She explains the difference between normal aging and true sleep pathology, the role of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, and why women deserve a far more thorough, and specialized, approach to their sleep concerns.

Thank you Dr. Matsumura for taking the time!

12/31/2025

Menopause sleep isn’t random. It's biology.

When estrogen begins to dip, it changes how your body regulates temperature, timing, and the depth of your sleep. That is why those 3 AM wakeups feel sudden and intense.

Shifting hormones affect the brain areas that manage heat, melatonin production, and even breathing patterns during the night. The result can be lighter sleep, more temperature swings, and more frequent awakenings.

You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. 🌙

breaks it down on The Sweaty Pillow Podcast, available at midnight!

12/28/2025

It may be time to reconsider the nightcap...

A lot of people think a drink at night helps them “take the edge off.”
But as we age, our sensitivity to alcohol increases, and it interferes with the most restorative stages of sleep.

According to Dr. Matsumura, consistent nightly drinking can lead to chronic sleep loss without anyone noticing the cause. ✨🌙

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12/27/2025

Poor sleep isn’t just annoying, it’s one of the Essential 8 for protecting your heart.
Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum explains why sleep is non-negotiable in menopause.
Watch the full episode with for heart-smart habits that actually work.

🎧 Available now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
🔗 Link in bio to listen.

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12/26/2025

Most people have been told their ferritin levels are “normal,” but new research says the bar has been set far too low.🩸

Ferritin is the protein that stores iron in your body. When it is low, your muscles and nervous system do not get the support they need and sleep can suffer.

Dr. Matsumura explains that ferritin may need to be 45–50 for general health and 80–100 for anyone with restless leg syndrome. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its guidelines to reflect this, which means many cases were missed for years.
Such important info. 🌙✨

Dr. Matsumura explains that ferritin may need to be 45–50 for general health and 80–100 for anyone with restless leg syndrome. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its guidelines to reflect this, which means many cases were missed for years.
Such important info. 🌙✨

Dr. Matsumura explains that ferritin may need to be 45–50 for general health and 80–100 for anyone with restless leg syndrome. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its guidelines to reflect this, which means many cases were missed for years.
Such important info. 🌙✨Most people have been told their ferritin levels are “normal,” but new research says the bar has been set far too low.
Ferritin is the protein that stores iron in your body. When it is low, your muscles and nervous system do not get the support they need and sleep can suffer.

Dr. Matsumura explains that ferritin may need to be 45–50 for general health and 80–100 for anyone with restless leg syndrome. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its guidelines to reflect this, which means many cases were missed for years.
Such important info. 🌙✨

Dr. Matsumura explains that ferritin may need to be 45–50 for general health and 80–100 for anyone with restless leg syndrome. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its guidelines to reflect this, which means many cases were missed for years.🌙✨

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12/22/2025

Sleep apnea does not always look like snoring.
For many women, it shows up as fatigue and “I just don’t feel right.”

The DREAM Sleep Method was created to help catch what traditional sleep evaluations miss. 🌙

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12/20/2025

Feel like your libido ghosted you? It's time to put an end to boring, dry menopause s*x.
In this episode of The Sweaty Pillow, we're joined by Mackie Swan, CEO of the female-forward s*x brand WOO MORE PLAY. She shares her best tips for feeling confident and reclaiming intimacy in the bedroom.

Watch the full episode with and join us in this important conversation.

🎧 Available now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
🔗 Link in bio to listen.

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12/18/2025

On Thursday, January 1 at midnight, we’re bringing you one of the most powerful episodes yet:
“Sleep, Hormones, and the Female Body: What Medicine Missed for Decades."

Step into 2026 with the knowledge, clarity, and confidence to support your midlife journey 💛

Thank you for sharing your incredible insights with The Sweaty Pillow Community.

12/04/2025

✨ HOLIDAY MENOPAUSE SURVIVAL KIT GIVEAWAY ✨
This holiday season, we’re giving the gift of better sleep, calm, and confidence through every stage of menopause.
From December 4–18, enter to win one of five grand prize bundles — each packed with top-rated products from leading menopause + midlife wellness brands.
Each prize is valued at over $1,500.
Every prize box is curated to help you sleep better, feel better, and thrive through the holidays — with science-backed solutions trusted by women everywhere.

WHAT YOU COULD WIN
Each grand prize bundle includes hero products from our partner brands:
Sleepwear:
Book Trio:
Silk Scarf:
Deep Sleep Bundle:
Dark Cacao Spread:
Protein Bars:
Hormone Balance Powder:
Supplement Kit:
Skincare + Intimate Set:
Peri Essential 5 Kit: .life
Mushroom Coffee:
Online Summit Access:
Holiday Spritz Duo:
Gift Card:
The Calcium Chew (1 month supply):
Opal Cool Eye Mask + Opal Cool Gal Pals:
Beauty Boost:
15ml Theorem Serum Boost:
Free Consultation from Certified Menopause Specialist & Weight Loss Coach:

HOW TO ENTER
1️⃣ Visit our giveaway page between Dec 4–18 (link in bio)
2️⃣ Enter your name + email
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5️⃣ BONUS: Tag 3 friends who would LOVE this
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WINNERS ANNOUNCED: DEC 19
Join us in celebrating women who do it all — and deserve to rest, recover, and shine this season.

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