Hi, I'm Monica.

I don't want any woman to be missed by the system the way I was.

I help women in midlife who feel dismissed, confused, or unsupported understand their menopause options, so they can make informed decisions and manage menopause their way.

I do it by teaching about hormones, bone health, and how to advocate for yourself.

I was missed for almost 10 years.

I thought I was healthy. My bones were telling a different story.

I entered menopause at 40 with minimal symptoms and a young child at home. Life was busy, and without the hot flashes I associated with menopause, I had no idea how much was changing inside my body.

No one explained what declining estrogen could mean for my bones or my long-term health. I didn’t know what questions to ask, what support was available, or that feeling fine didn’t necessarily mean everything was fine.

Boy, if I could only turn back time.

Nine years later, a fall during a Pilates workout shattered my wrist. I needed emergency surgery, and my surgeon said something I will never forget:

“You have the bones of an 80-year-old.”

Further testing revealed severe osteoporosis. My lowest spine T-score reached −6.2. Suddenly, something I had never thought to worry about became something I couldn’t ignore.

I began learning everything I could about menopause, bone health, nutrition, and my treatment options. I sought individualized care, asked harder questions, and learned to become politely persistent about getting answers.

My own care has included hormone therapy, changes to my nutrition, supplements, and exercise adapted to my needs. Along the way, my scans have shown a 31% increase in spine bone density. My journey is ongoing, and it hasn’t been a straight line.

That experience is why I created Menopause Mama.

I want women to have the education I wish I’d had. To understand their options, recognize that menopause health goes beyond symptoms, and walk into appointments feeling prepared to advocate for themselves.

Whether you’re just beginning to think about protecting your bones or facing an osteoporosis diagnosis that feels overwhelming, you’re welcome here.

I can’t rewrite my story. But I can share what I’ve learned to help you ask better questions about yours.

Understand your options. Advocate for your care. Age with strength and confidence.

 I can help you connect the dots

Maybe you’re feeling a little “off” and wondering what’s changing. Maybe your symptoms are disrupting your sleep, your relationships, or your everyday life. Or maybe you feel fine but want to understand what menopause means for your bones, heart, and long-term health.

Wherever you are, you deserve understanding and support.

My own experience showed me how easy it is to miss the connection between menopause and the changes we don’t always feel. It also taught me the value of asking questions and finding care that looks at the whole person.

Now I help other women do the same. Drawing on lived experience, ongoing education, and expert research, I’ll help you understand this phase of life, explore your options, and recognize where you may need more support.

Together, we’ll connect what you’re experiencing today with the conversations worth having about your future health, so you feel informed and confident advocating for yourself.

Understand your body. Know your options. Advocate for your health.

 Still learning, and always will be.

  • Menopause Coaching Specialist

    I'm currently completing my Menopause Coaching Specialist certification

  • Reading blood & holistic lab tests

    I've taken courses through RIM College on reading diagnostic laboratory blood tests and comprehensive holistic lab testing, because I know how hard it is to get labs ordered and understood.

  • I increased my spine bone density

    I rebuilt my own bone health after a severe osteoporosis diagnosis, increasing my spine bone density by 31%.

  • Navigating healthcare pro

    Through my own journey, I’ve learned how to navigate a challenging healthcare system, ask harder questions, and keep advocating for myself. It took seeing several doctors before I found someone who was in my corner, valued my story, and worked with me on an individualized plan. That experience shapes how I help other women find their voice and seek the support they deserve.

family first

My family comes before everything, including my business. They're why I want to be strong and healthy for the long haul, and why I run Menopause Mama in a way that fits our life.

GENUINE CARE

I love helping women feel their best. I know what it's like to feel dismissed and alone, so every guide, post, and conversation comes from real concern for the woman on the other side.

Education & informed choices

Education is power. Every woman deserves to know all her options so she can make her own decision. I'm here to make sure no one is left in the dark.

A few things about me

My family is my everything. I'm a proud wife to one incredible man and a mama to two amazing boys. Everything I do is rooted in my love for them. They're my "why," and one of my biggest cheerleaders in this business.

Coffee, yes please. Coffee is one thing I haven't given up on my health journey, but I've made a few tweaks. I have my morning cup around 11 a.m., after my first high-protein meal, to better support my hormones. It tastes even better in a handcrafted mug.

My quirks. I can't leave the house with dishes in the sink, but my purse can look like a tornado hit it, and I'm totally fine with that. I also have one favorite pen I can't live without, so I bought 10 of them. Backup pens are not optional.

Meet Rolo and Bella. Rolo is our lovable doodle. He weighs nearly 80 pounds and still insists he's a lap dog. He lives for long walks and river swims, and he's best friends with Bella, our rescued cat.

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