Menopause 101

Saturday, January 24, 2026 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Westerville Wellness, Westerville, Ohio

Are you navigating fatigue, mood changes, weight shifts, sleep issues, or simply feeling unlike yourself? You are not alone, and you deserve clarity, support, and a plan designed specifically for women in midlife.

Join us for Menopause 101, an educational and empowering workshop led by Laura J. Valle, DNP, APRN-CNM, MSCP, FACNM, Founder and CEO of Willow Women’s Health and a nationally recognized Certified Menopause Practitioner and Sex Medicine Specialist. 

This workshop will help you understand what is happening in your body, why you may be experiencing new or unexpected symptoms, and what you can do right now to feel better.

Clear information on the phases women experience:• Perimenopause. A transition that lasts 5 to 10 years and can begin as early as the late thirties• Menopause. Defined as 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. The average age is 51 to 52

An explanation of how changing hormones influence:• Metabolism and weight• Mood and cognition• Sleep• Libido and sexual response• Joints, skin, eyes, and hair

This section clarifies that these changes are based on physiology, not personal failure.

Evidence-based guidance on:• Hormone Therapy• Non-hormonal treatment options• Lifestyle medicine strategies that support hormonal balance

You will learn how to begin building an individualized, symptom-informed plan that supports your long-term health and daily well-being.

Laura is a respected clinician, educator, and women’s health advocate specializing in menopause and sexual medicine. As the Founder and CEO of Willow Women’s Health, she provides evidence-based, compassionate care that helps women feel informed, empowered, and supported throughout midlife.

This workshop is ideal for women in their late thirties through sixties who are experiencing:• Fatigue or brain fog• Sleep disruptions• Weight or metabolism changes• Hot flashes or night sweats• Mood changes• Shifts in libido• Irregular cycles or PMS-like symptoms Or for anyone who wants to understand menopause before symptoms intensify.

• A welcoming, women-only environment• Practical education that you can begin using immediately• Time for questions and discussion with a Certified Menopause Practitioner• Resources and support for taking your next steps

General Admission: $10.00. Seating is limited to ensure a meaningful and interactive experience.

You do not need to guess your way through menopause. Learn what is happening, why it is happening, and what truly works so you can begin feeling like yourself again.

Reserve your spot today.

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