Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s a Rebirth
Real conversations about hormones, menopause, metabolism, and women’s health in midlife.
Hosted by Dr. Jillian Woodruff, MD and Dr. Ade Akindipe, DNP. The Modern Midlife Collective helps women understand their changing bodies and thrive in midlife with science-backed insight and real-life conversations.
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Brain fog? Hair shedding? Restless legs? You might be blaming menopause, but what if low iron is part of the picture?
New 2026 guidelines are changing how iron deficiency is diagnosed, and here's something every woman in midlife should know: you can have iron deficiency even when you're not anemic.
In Episode 42 of The Modern Midlife Collective, Dr. Jillian Woodruff and Dr. Ade Akindipe unpack the latest guidelines from the American Society of Hematology and explain why symptoms like brain fog, hair changes, restless legs, and fatigue deserve a closer look.
They discuss what ferritin levels can reveal, why a normal complete blood count (CBC) doesn't necessarily rule out iron deficiency, and how heavy menstrual bleeding during perimenopause can affect your iron stores.
Most importantly, they explain why discovering low iron is only the beginning. Understanding why your iron is low is just as important as treating it.
This episode will help you ask better questions, understand your lab results, and advocate for more thoughtful care.
Because not every midlife symptom is caused by menopause, and you deserve answers.
The Modern Midlife Collective: Because thriving at 40 and beyond isn't just possible. It's your birthright.
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About The Modern Midlife Collective
The Modern Midlife Collective is a science-backed podcast designed for women navigating the transformative years of midlife. We believe that what's often called a "midlife crisis" is actually a powerful rebirth — an opportunity to understand your body more deeply and make informed choices about your health.
Each episode features evidence-based conversations about hormones, menopause, metabolism, gut health, and holistic wellness. We combine medical expertise with real-life experiences, offering practical guidance you can implement immediately. Our mission is to empower women with knowledge, dispel myths, and create a supportive community for this important life stage.
Meet Your Hosts
Dr. Jillian Woodruff, MD, FACOG, MSCP
Board-certified OBGYN and founder of Modern Gynecology & Skin. She specializes in resolving hormone dysfunction, hormone therapy, menopause care, and sexual wellness. She curates luxury retreat experiences to help women navigate midlife and beyond with a modern, personalized approach.
Dr. Aderonke "Ade" Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-C
Family nurse practitioner and founder of Rejuvenate Health & Wellness. She is focused on root-cause medicine, metabolic health, hormones, and weight management. Dr. Ade combines conventional training with functional medicine approaches to address the whole person.
Topics We Cover
• Hormones
Understanding estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid function
• Metabolism
How metabolic health shifts and strategies to optimize it
• Sexual Wellness
Intimacy, desire, and pelvic health during life transitions
• Sleep
Why rest becomes challenging and how to reclaim quality sleep
• Menopause
Understanding estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid function
• Gut Health
The microbiome's role in hormones, immunity, and overall wellness
• Longevity
Strategies for healthy aging and thriving in midlife and beyond
• Energy
Addressing fatigue and optimizing vitality through science-backed methods
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