Episode 240: What You Need to Know About Menopause and Your Money with Julia Carreon

Women's Money Wisdom

The financial and economic impact of menopause is often overlooked, but the numbers are staggering. With 75 million American women in menopause and more than two-thirds of them active in the workplace, the Mayo Clinic reports productivity losses of $1.8 billion and related health care costs reaching an additional $24 billion.
In this episode of the Women's Money Wisdom Podcast, Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA®, welcomes back friend of the show, Julia Carreon. Together, they explore the stigma surrounding menopause and emphasize the importance of taking control of your health and finances before and during menopause. Melissa and Julia also share personal insights on career pivots they’ve made that coincided with health transitions, shedding light on the intersection between menopause, career, and financial well-being.
This episode is an invaluable resource for women navigating menopause and for those who support them, including partners, family members, employers, and even financial planners.
Listen and Learn:

• The economic impact of menopause on women in the workforce and healthcare costs.
• Why it's crucial to take control of your financial and physical well-being before and during menopause.
• The importance of addressing the stigma around menopause in the workplace.

Resources:

• Beyond Hot Flashes: A Deep Dive Into Menopause, Work, and the Economy: Forbes Article
• AARP Economic Impact of Menopause: AARP Study
• Hal Hershfield’s Book: Book Link
• Dr. Mary Claire Haver’s: Website | Instagram
• Menopause Practitioner Directory

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1. Episode 240: What You Need to Know About Menopause and Your Money with Julia Carreon (00:00:00)

2. Menopause (00:00:01)

3. Menopause and the Workplace Transformation (00:10:45)

4. Navigating Career Transitions and Networking (00:23:08)

5. Empowering Women Through Menopause Awareness (00:31:54)