Are you noticing more hair in your brush, thinning at your part, or just feeling like your ponytail isn’t what it used to be? You’re not imagining things—and you’re definitely not alone. Hair loss is one of the most emotionally distressing symptoms women face in midlife, and yet it’s still not talked about enough. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mary Wendel, a board-certified internist and founder of Medi Tresse, a clinic dedicated to women’s hair loss.

Dr. Wendel brings her decades of experience—and deep compassion—to break down the root causes of hair loss during perimenopause and menopause, plus what you can do about it. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or just plain lost trying to understand your changing hair, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, informed, and empowered.

In this episode:

• Why hair loss is so common (but rarely discussed) during perimenopause and menopause
• The emotional toll of thinning hair—and why it deserves serious attention
• Common causes of hair loss in midlife: from hormones and genetics to stress and nutrition
• How to recognize patterns of hair loss—and what they might be telling you
• The role of stress, iron levels, thyroid, and autoimmune dysfunction in hair health
• Why getting a thorough medical workup is crucial before starting treatment
• Treatment options that actually work—from minoxidil and light therapy to functional medicine support

Resources Mentioned:

• Medi Tresse Clinic: https://www.meditresse.com
• Learn more about laser light therapy for hair regrowth: https://www.meditresse.com/treatments/low-level-laser-therapy/

Connect with Dr. Mary Wendel:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MediTresse
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medi_tresse/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyMPQuRkP_SxTtfwZ1eYUnw

Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:

Website: https://risingwomanproject.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae

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