Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/ALLINSANE16 and use code ALLINSANE16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! Get $10 off at Nutrafol.com when you use promo code Insane! Ovarian failure, also known as primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), refers to the loss of normal ovarian function before the age of 40. When it occurs in a woman's 20s, it can lead to early onset menopause. Premature ovarian failure can have significant physical, emotional, and psychological effects, with symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood swings. Causes can include genetic disorders, autoimmune diseases, infections, and treatments like chemotherapy. Managing ovarian failure and early menopause often requires medical intervention and emotional support. Hormone replacement therapy and fertility preservation techniques may be options. Seeking advice from healthcare professionals specializing in reproductive health is crucial for managing this condition effectively. If you'd like to contact Hanna with questions, her email is han.pharmd@gmail.com. Video explaining primary ovarian insufficiency: https://www.osmosis.org/learn/Premature_ovarian_failure If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9 00:00 HelloFresh & Nutrafol 00:45 Introduction 01:20 Reproductive health throughout life 02:50 Birth control & endometriosis 05:40 Surgery for endometriosis 08:40 Post-surgery 13:00 Menopausal symptoms 19:10 Gynecology appointment & referral 26:50 Infertility journey & family planning 31:00 Fertility tests 40:45 Ovarian failure vs. natural menopause 44:33 Testing 49:30 Follow-up appointment 52:13 HelloFresh 53:24 Nutrafol 55:23 Fertility test results 1:12:00 Moving forward, learning to live with menopause sustainably 1:16:00 Aftermath of the test results 1:18:40 Challenges managing other people's reactions 1:24:40 Working through her feelings 1:26:50 Hormone therapy 1:32:15 Nuva ring 1:36:15 Cholesterol spikes in menopause 1:37:43 Autoimmune testing & exploring possible causes of ovarian failure 1:43:10 Diet & exercise for post-menopausal women 1:52:00 Differences in skin & hair 1:53:00 Lack of representation in research 1:56:00 Parenthood, guilt 2:00:00 Moving forward & concluding thoughts