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Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW

What Is Essend?

Welcome to the Essend community! Essend is a one-stop source, all-in-one shop where you can find everything perimenopause/menopause-related.

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Dr. Lisa Mosconi's Insights on Perimenopause/Menopause and Brain Health
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 16, 2025 • What The Experts Say
1 min read
The Benefits of Testosterone on Cognitive Function & Mood for Women in Midlife
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 13, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health
3 min read
Four Components of Fitness, by Dr. Vonda Wright, MD.
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 12, 2025 • What The Experts Say
2 min read
The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 12, 2025 • Physical Health
1 min read
Essend’s List of Fiber-Rich Foods And High-Protein Foods (Low in Fat)
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
1 min read
Hormonal Symptom Tracker for Perimenopause & Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
1 min read
Finding Your Optimal Hormone Dose
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
Symptom Assessment -Greene Scale
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
3 min read
Recognizing Perimenopause: A Critical Transition Often Overlooked
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 8, 2025 • Physical Health
3 min read
Tackling Weight Gain in Perimenopause: The Power of Protein and Fiber
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 7, 2025 • Physical Health
4 min read
Beyond Cycles: A Lifetime of Hormonal Health and Wellness
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health
2 min read
"I'm Not In Perimenopause Yet." Are You Sure?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health • Start Here

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"I'm Not In Perimenopause Yet." Are You Sure?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health • Start Here
3 min read
Getting Started with BHRT: Finding the Right Hormone and Delivery Method
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 28, 2025 • BHRT • Start Here
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A Key Difference: Oral Contraceptives vs. BHRT
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 27, 2025 • BHRT • Start Here
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Why Are Women Often Prescribed Oral Contraceptives or Antidepressants/Anti-Anxiety Medications Instead of BHRT for Perimenopause Symptoms?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 27, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health • Start Here
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How Can Essend Help Me?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 23, 2025 • Start Here
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Start Here-Step 3: The Reason For Essend; Understanding The Need For Emotional Support And Frequent BHRT Adjustments During The Menopause Transition
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 23, 2025 • Start Here
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Start Here- Step 2: Finding a Menopause Literate Physician; My Recommendations
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 18, 2025 • Start Here
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How To Start The BHRT Conversation With Your Gynecologist Who Isn't A Menopause Specialist
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 18, 2025 • BHRT • Start Here
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Start Here-Step 1: Validate Yourself
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 4, 2025 • Start Here

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The Benefits of Testosterone on Cognitive Function & Mood for Women in Midlife
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 13, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health
2 min read
BHRT: Is There an End Date?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 1, 2025 • BHRT
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Vaginal Health in Perimenopause & Menopause: Understanding the Power of Estradiol Vaginal Cream
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 1, 2025 • BHRT • Physical Health
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Protect Your Bone Health: The Vital Connection Between Estrogen and Strong Bones
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 30, 2025 • BHRT • Physical Health
4 min read
Navigating BHRT And Your Optimal Blood Serum Levels: Expert Guidance for Perimenopause and Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 30, 2025 • What The Experts Say • BHRT
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Unlock the Weight-Loss Puzzle: What Expert Dr. Gersh Says About Estrogen, Progesterone, and Your Body.
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 28, 2025 • What The Experts Say • Physical Health • BHRT
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Bio-Identical vs. Synthetic HRT: Essend's Perspective
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 28, 2025 • BHRT
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Getting Started with BHRT: Finding the Right Hormone and Delivery Method
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 28, 2025 • BHRT • Start Here
1 min read
A Key Difference: Oral Contraceptives vs. BHRT
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 27, 2025 • BHRT • Start Here
1 min read
Why Are Women Often Prescribed Oral Contraceptives or Antidepressants/Anti-Anxiety Medications Instead of BHRT for Perimenopause Symptoms?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 27, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health • Start Here

Emotional Health

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The Benefits of Testosterone on Cognitive Function & Mood for Women in Midlife
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 13, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health
4 min read
Beyond Cycles: A Lifetime of Hormonal Health and Wellness
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health
2 min read
"I'm Not In Perimenopause Yet." Are You Sure?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health • Start Here
1 min read
Why Are Women Often Prescribed Oral Contraceptives or Antidepressants/Anti-Anxiety Medications Instead of BHRT for Perimenopause Symptoms?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 27, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health • Start Here
2 min read
The Perimenopause Lottery; Did You Win The Jackpot?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 18, 2025 • Emotional Health • Social Health
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It's A Brain Thing! Mental Health, Addiction & Hormone Decline
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 14, 2025 • Emotional Health
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Depression Is Largely Common In Perimenopause & Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 8, 2025 • BHRT • Emotional Health
4 min read
My Future Is Bright: Thriving Through Menopause and Beyond! Understanding Estrogen's Role in Brain Health And Neurodegenerative Diseases
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Aug 16, 2024 • Emotional Health • Midlife Health • Physical Health
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Fuel Your Vitality: Understanding Why Estrogen Is So Essential For Women
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Jul 24, 2024 • BHRT • Emotional Health
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Finding Clarity: Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Jun 12, 2024 • Emotional Health • Physical Health

Physical Health

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2 min read
The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 12, 2025 • Physical Health
3 min read
Recognizing Perimenopause: A Critical Transition Often Overlooked
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 8, 2025 • Physical Health
3 min read
Tackling Weight Gain in Perimenopause: The Power of Protein and Fiber
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 7, 2025 • Physical Health
4 min read
Beyond Cycles: A Lifetime of Hormonal Health and Wellness
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health
2 min read
"I'm Not In Perimenopause Yet." Are You Sure?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 5, 2025 • Emotional Health • Physical Health • Start Here
1 min read
Optimal Ferritin For Women
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 1, 2025 • hairloss • Physical Health
2 min read
Vaginal Health in Perimenopause & Menopause: Understanding the Power of Estradiol Vaginal Cream
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 1, 2025 • BHRT • Physical Health
1 min read
Protect Your Future: When To Consider a DEXA Scan & Why It Matters During Perimenopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 30, 2025 • Physical Health
2 min read
Protect Your Bone Health: The Vital Connection Between Estrogen and Strong Bones
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 30, 2025 • BHRT • Physical Health
2 min read
Unlock the Weight-Loss Puzzle: What Expert Dr. Gersh Says About Estrogen, Progesterone, and Your Body.
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 28, 2025 • What The Experts Say • Physical Health • BHRT

Social Health

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Demystifying the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) 2002 Study
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Apr 22, 2025 • BHRT • Social Health
2 min read
The Perimenopause Lottery; Did You Win The Jackpot?
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 18, 2025 • Emotional Health • Social Health
2 min read
Be Ahead of The Curve! Supply What Is Lacking; Hormones, Like Vitamin C
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 10, 2025 • BHRT • Physical Health • Social Health
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Differentiating Facts From Fiction: Most Popular Misbelieves About Perimenopause/Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mar 9, 2025 • Social Health • BHRT
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Perimenopause & Menopause Matter: Why These Vital Stages of Life Are Too Often Overlooked
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Jun 12, 2024 • Social Health

What The Experts Say

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1 min read
Essend’s List of Fiber-Rich Foods And High-Protein Foods (Low in Fat)
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
1 min read
Hormonal Symptom Tracker for Perimenopause & Menopause
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
1 min read
Finding Your Optimal Hormone Dose
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools
Symptom Assessment -Greene Scale
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
Mireille St-Laurent, MSW, LCSW
May 11, 2025 • Tools