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Our Mission

With over 45 million women entering menopause every year and less than 10% getting help, this is a crisis.

PAUZ is driven by a powerful mission to change the landscape for aging women where we are no longer silenced and dismissed.

Bringing women together to step into our collective power and change the discourse of menopause.

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Why "PAUZ"?

The term “PAUZ” itself caries a sense of pause and reflection, a time to stop and invest in you.

Consider where you are at in life and who you want to be. It is a time to sit in the quiet, gather the information you need and make decisions best suited for you. It is the moment before you charge forward armed with treatment and lifestyle behaviors that allow you to ‘grab life by the ovaries’ each and every day.

Our Story

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Like all women, PAUZ founder Dr. Natalie Perkins has worn many hats through her life: professional, student, mother, competitive athlete, volunteer. She found herself lost when she started to notice changes happening to her body, mind and spirit.

At first, she blamed herself, but as she dove into the science and found an amazing provider who changed her fear mindset on hormone therapy, her symptoms resolved, and her advocacy was ignited. Gathering like-minded leaders, PAUZ was founded to be the place for women to get ahead of their health and get out of the chaos and confusion to find clarity, access and support.

Women may spend 40% of their lives in menopause, we deserve to be heard, we deserve timely access to effective care. Perimenopause is a time to invest in ourselves. Let's grab life by the ovaries.

Natalie Perkins

Founder, CEO

 

Our Advisory Posse

Our resources are curated from doctors, experts and other women just like you.

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Tara Norton, RMT
Ultraman World Champion & Unstoppable Icon

Tara Norton is a registered massage therapist and professional multisport coach. A former professional Ironman athlete, she has countless records, including winning the World Ultraman Championship twice.

She owns TTrain Cycling Studio (@TTrainCycling on Instagram) and has decades of mentoring and supporting women athletes.

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Dr. Alison Shea, MD, PhD, FRSC, NCMP
Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Menopause & Reproductive Health Specialist, St. Joseph’s Healthcare & McMaster University

Dr. Shea is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Psychiatry at McMaster University. She completed her fellowship in Menopause and Reproductive Mental Health and her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Toronto.

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Serina Hanlon, BPhm, RPh
Pharmacist, Owner of The Pharmacy Lab

Serina, the visionary owner of The Pharmacy Lab, is a dedicated Pharmacist with specialized training in managing Hormonal Imbalances.

She brings her expertise and passion for functional medicine, skincare, and holistic health to her innovative pharmacy.

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Anne Wyrough
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, MScPT

Anne Wyrough is a dedicated physiotherapist specializing in women’s health. She cultivated her passion for integrating movement and education as both prescriptive and preventive healthcare measures.

Lori R. Brotto, PhD, R Psych
Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Dr. Lori Brotto is a renowned figure in the field of women's sexual health. As a Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, she holds a Canada Research Chair, focusing on developing safe and accessible treatments for prevalent sexual concerns in women.

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Suzanne Zelazo, PhD
Communications & Strategy Unicorn

Suzanne Zelazo is a writer, editor, and educator. A former pro triathlete and current endurance performance coach, Suzanne's various artistic projects seek to integrate creative expression and the body.

Our Expert 'Liaisons': Coaches with a 'Twist'

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Dr. Kristina Calder, PhD, MSc
Certified Women's Health Coach

Dr. Kristina Calder is a Certified Women's Health Coach specializing in perimenopause, dedicated to empowering women through personalized health promotion, guidance, support, and accountability.

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Alexis Williams, M.A.N., RD
Registered Dietitian

Alexis Williams is a registered dietitian with over 20 years’ experience, helping women live active, healthy, and fulfilling lives. She has worked across the health sector, and brings a broad array of experience to help women feel their best.

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Anne Wyrough, MScPT
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist

Anne Wyrough is a dedicated physiotherapist specializing in women’s health. She holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto, where she cultivated her passion for integrating movement and education as both prescriptive and preventive healthcare measures.

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Dr. Natalie Perkins
Lifestyle Coach

Like all women, PAUZ founder Dr. Natalie Perkins has worn many hats through her life. Gathering like-minded leaders, PAUZ was founded to be the place for women to get ahead of their health and get out of the chaos and confusion to find clarity, access and support.

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Che Marville, BA, YACEP, ERYT, RCYT
Mindfulness Expert

Che Marville has dedicated the last four years to a powerful mission: empowering midlife women to embrace their limitless potential. As founder of Wisemindly, Che has revolutionized the mindfulness and wellness landscape, touching over 100,000 lives globally as a meditation and yoga teacher.

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Carol Metanczuk
Certified Health Coach & Women's Wellness Counsellor

Carol has spent years empowering individuals to transform their lives through tailored wellness programs that encompass mental, physical, and emotional health. Her approach is rooted in empathy, confidentiality, and a deep understanding of holistic wellness.

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Terri Marucci
Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor & Nutritional Coach

Terri has been in the fitness industry for 20 years. She opened Perfect Form in Ajax in order to give her clients a personal, intimate, one-on-one atmosphere. She has many expertise and among them are creating plans for pre and post natal women, and helping post-rehab individuals.

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Kelly Carter
Nutritionist

Kelly Carter is a certified nutritional practitioner and Executive Wellness Consultant with a passion for empowering individuals to transform their health from the inside out. Her clients appreciate her commitment to creating health journeys that are both transformative and easy to embrace for the long term.

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How can PAUZ help manage my menopause?

We offer everything from A to Z to manage the big M. We are your partner to support you with the information you need to make decisions, personalized lifestyle plans and support to take control of your health, and support navigating and accessing health care. Personalized advice, top-notch supplements, lifestyle tweaks, and a community that gets it. Think of us as your GPS through the menopause maze. 

Do I need to sign up for anything to use PAUZ?

Nope, you can browse our info and insights without signing up. You can also join PAUZ for free and receive access to more information including our newsletter, early access to events and our community. If you want support, you can join PAUZ for access to our personalized plans with, or without a personal liaison to guide you through what is happening to your body, treatment options, helping you access care, and make the lifestyle changes you want to make. 

Can I still use PAUZ if I'm not sure I'm in menopause?

Absolutely. If you're in the 'maybe' boat, we'll help you figure it out with our quiz and resources. Anytime is a great time to start to learn about menopause and adopt healthy lifestyle behaviors. Knowledge is power, and we're here to power you up! 

Are there any off-limits topics in the PAUZ community?

Only spam and bad vibes. Otherwise, if it’s menopause-related, it’s on the table. We’re all about honest, open conversations.