Beyond Hormones: Finding Meaning in the Menopause Transition and the Power of Human Touch

Beyond Hormones: Finding Meaning in the Menopause Transition and the Power of Human Touch

Author: Katia Khomich May 11, 2026 Duration: 50:57
I'm sitting down with Oda Meiberg — a doula, shiatsu practitioner, and women's health educator based in Amsterdam. Over the past 15 years, Oda has worked closely with women across all life phases, from birth to menopause, drawing on Eastern bodywork traditions and Western somatic approaches. She's also been navigating her own perimenopause journey, which brings a particular honesty and depth to everything she shares. In this conversation we talk about what it means to stop fighting your sympt...

Katia Khomich hosts She Thrives | meaningful conversations on women's health, a space dedicated to cutting through the noise of modern wellness culture. Each episode is built on the idea that true health isn't about following fleeting trends, but about building a sustainable, informed relationship with your own body and mind. You'll hear Katia in deep dialogue with a range of inspirational women-experts, advocates, and everyday thrivers-who share this commitment to empowerment. Their conversations get specific, offering grounded advice and personal stories on navigating pivotal life stages. They delve into the realities of taking ownership of your health through pregnancy, the transformative journey of motherhood, and beyond. This podcast focuses on the interconnected aspects of well-being: physical fitness, mental clarity, and emotional resilience, all framed within the unique experiences of women. It’s for anyone tired of simplistic solutions and seeking honest, nuanced discussions that honor the complexity of women's health. Tune in for a resource that feels more like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, one dedicated to helping you thrive on your own terms.
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If you're a woman trying to understand your body — navigating fertility, hormones, perimenopause — you're in the right place. I'm Katia Khomich — a fertility-focused yoga therapist and holistic health coach based in Amst…
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Duration: 18:48
This is The Practice I do most often. When an emotion overwhelms me, when I feel like I am about to explode and say something I might regret later. When I feel sad, anxious. This practice does not solve my problems. But…