Welcome back to Smash the Crash! We’re kicking off a new micro-series focused on small, manageable changes that can lead to big improvements in your energy. Let’s start with the foundation of physical and mental health: sleep. We all know sleep is essential, but with busy schedules and the demands of perimenopause, getting enough quality […]

This week we have a special guest on our podcast, Sabrina Trobak, a registered counselor and author of “Not Good Enough: Understanding Your Core Belief and Anxiety.” Sabrina’s expertise in resolving past trauma and its impact on anxiety aligns perfectly with the core of Smash the Crash – empowering perimenopausal women to navigate life’s challenges with […]

Welcome to episode 14 of Smash the Crash! I’m your host, Melissa Hinman, and today we’re hitting rewind to get to know each other a little better. A Perimenopausal Mom on a Mission I’m a busy woman – a registered nurse, three months shy of 40, a certified health coach, and a certified menopause coaching […]

Hey Smash the Crash fam! Melissa Hinman here, back with another episode to tackle a topic close to our hearts – especially for perimenopausal moms: cultivating grace for ourselves and others. The Perimenopausal Emotional Rollercoaster Let’s face it, perimenopause throws emotional curveballs. Hormonal shifts can leave us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and stuck. These emotions can […]

Feeling stretched thin? Juggling a million responsibilities? Perimenopause can make these feelings even more overwhelming. This episode of Smash the Crash dives deep into the importance of boundaries, offering practical tips to help you reclaim your time, energy, and well-being. The Perimenopausal To-Do List Trap We all know the feeling – constantly on the go, […]

Hey Smash the Crash fam! It’s Melissa Hinman, and with the 4th of July upon us, we’re diving into a topic many of us can relate to: staying healthy during holidays and long weekends. Between fireworks, barbecues, and family gatherings, routines get disrupted. Sleep schedules go wonky, healthy meals fly out the window, and exercise routines […]