Hey there, Katy here, and welcome back to Rebuilding Trust With Your Body, the podcast where we talk about learning to reconnect with your body, to listen to it, and to trust it. Because when we trust our bodies, we trust ourselves at a deeper level as human beings, and that’s a powerful thing. Today we’re going to be talking about menopause.    Menopause is a time of big changes, both physically and emotionally, and it can have a significant impact on our relationship with food and our bodies. In this episode, we're going to unpack the unique challenges and opportunities (yes, I said opportunities) that menopause brings when it comes to embracing intuitive eating. I'm so excited to introduce my special guest, Leslie Weidner, a non-diet dietitian and menopause specialist who will be sharing her wealth of knowledge and expertise. Leslie has been a dietitian for a little over 10 years. She started her practice about 5 years ago, then entered into the women’s health/perimenopause space in late 2019. Her passion is helping women struggling with weight gain and other symptoms of perimenopause and menopause take control of their health through an intuitive eating non-diet lens.    In addition to being a nutrition entrepreneur, she’s also a mom of two boys, 10 & 6.5. She and her husband, along with their kids recently moved across the pond from WA state to Glasgow, Scotland. for a 2 year adventure that she is sure will be an amazing experience for her family.   In this episode, we'll explore menopause, and the hormonal shifts that can affect our appetite, metabolism, and body composition, as well as the emotional and psychological aspects that can make this time in a woman’s life feel overwhelming. It’s kind of like puberty Part 2, and we all know how much fun puberty was, right?  We’re going to get real here and address those body image concerns, the pressures we face from society, and how we can foster self-acceptance and love for our changing bodies through the menopause process.   Leslie’s also going to share practical advice and actionable strategies. Her experience in this area has given her invaluable insights and evidence-based tips to help you tune into your body’s signals, and cultivate a sense of trust and acceptance in your body.   Whether you're going through menopause yourself, approaching this stage of life, or simply want to support the women in your life, this episode is packed with empowering guidance and understanding. Get ready to discover the transformative power of intuitive eating and how it can positively impact your well-being during the menopause journey.   Resources Mentioned in Episode: Download My Free Body Kindness Journal Pages