EMBR with Kimberly

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May 2026

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EMBR With Kimberly is a podcast for women navigating perimenopause and midlife transitions who want clarity—not chaos. Hosted by Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, a physician assistant with over two decades in clinical medicine, this podcast blends medical insight with real-life perspective. Kimberly is walking through this season herself and brings a calm, relatable voice to conversations many women feel unprepared for. Each episode helps you understand what’s happening in your body, recognize changes you may have been brushing off, and approach midlife with more confidence and self-trust. Real education, thoughtful reflection, and support for women over 40 who want to feel informed and empowered. This is midlife—reframed.

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May 28, 2026Episode 2215 min

What To Actually Do About Midlife Weight Gain

Perimenopause weight gain can feel confusing, frustrating, and completely different from anything you've experienced before. If you're struggling with belly fat, metabolism changes, hormonal weight gain, or wondering why what used to work no longer does, this video is for you.In this video, we talk about what actually helps with perimenopause weight gain, including protein intake, strength training, walking, cortisol, sleep, gut health, insulin resistance, stress, and nervous system regulation.Because this is the part nobody talks about:Your body may not need more restriction.It may need more safety.If you're tired of being told to eat less and exercise more, let's talk about what the research and physiology actually suggest.Subscribe for evidence based conversations around perimenopause symptoms, hormones, metabolism, and midlife health.You are not overreacting. Your body is changing, and there is a reason for it.Download the free guide: Why Your Body Feels Offhttps://off.startwithembr.com/And if you’ve ever walked out of an appointment feeling unheard or confused, you’re not alone.If this helped you feel seen, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too.Check out: https://startwithembr.com/EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

May 14, 2026Episode 216 min

Why You’re Gaining Belly Fat in Perimenopause (Even If Nothing Changed)

If you feel like your body suddenly changed overnight during perimenopause, you are not imagining it. Many women notice increased belly fat, changes in body composition, and weight gain even when they are eating the same and exercising the same. It's not about willpower; it's often a sign of changing hormones and a frequent challenge for women over 40.In this episode, we break down:why perimenopause weight gain happenshow estrogen affects fat storagethe role of cortisol and stress hormonesinsulin resistance in perimenopausewhy “eat less and move more” often backfireswhat your body may actually need in midlifeThis is not about laziness or lack of discipline. Your hormones, metabolism, stress response, and energy regulation are shifting during perimenopause and menopause.If you’re struggling with midlife weight gain, belly fat over 40, hormonal weight gain, or menopause symptoms, this video will help you understand what’s happening in your body.Download the free guide: Why Your Body Feels Offhttps://off.startwithembr.com/And if you’ve ever walked out of an appointment feeling unheard or confused, you’re not alone.If this helped you feel seen, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too.Check out: https://startwithembr.com/EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

May 1, 2026Episode 205 min

Perimenopause Symptoms In Women Over 40 With Normal Labs? Here's What's Happening

If your labs are normal but you still feel off, you are not imagining it. Perimenopause symptoms often don’t show up on standard lab tests, leaving many women confused, dismissed, and searching for answers.You go to the doctor. You run the labs. Everything comes back “normal.”But your body is telling a completely different story.This is one of the most frustrating and overlooked parts of perimenopause.In this video, we talk about why that disconnect happens, how hormone fluctuations actually work, and why your symptoms can be very real even when nothing shows up on paper.Because labs are designed to catch clear abnormalities, not the subtle, shifting transitions happening in midlife.If you’ve been dealing with brain fog, poor sleep, anxiety, low energy, or just feeling “off” and no one can explain it, this conversation will help you connect the dots.You are not overreacting. Your body is changing, and there is a reason for it.Download the free guide: Why Your Body Feels Offhttps://off.startwithembr.com/And if you’ve ever walked out of an appointment feeling unheard or confused, you’re not alone.If this helped you feel seen, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too.Check out: https://startwithembr.com/EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

April 23, 2026Episode 194 min

Why Anxiety Feels Different in Your 40s (It’s Not Just Stress)

Perimenopause anxiety, anxiety in your 40s, hormone anxiety, midlife anxiety, why anxiety feels different — if your anxiety feels sudden, physical, or out of nowhere, this video explains what’s actually happening.If you’ve been feeling more anxious but it doesn’t feel like the kind of anxiety you’ve had before, you’re not imagining it. In perimenopause, hormonal shifts can directly impact your nervous system, making anxiety feel more intense, more physical, and harder to control.In this video, I break down:why anxiety can suddenly feel different in your 40show estrogen affects your brain and stress responsewhy your body may feel on edge even when nothing has changedThis is not about willpower or “just stress.” There’s a physiological reason behind what you’re feeling, and understanding that can change everything.If this resonates, subscribe for more perimenopause symptom explanations to help you feel more grounded, informed, and in control.EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

April 16, 2026Episode 185 min

Perimenopause Brain Fog: Why You Can't Find Words Anymore

Perimenopause brain fog, memory issues, and trouble finding words are some of the most frustrating symptoms women experience in midlife. If you feel like your focus is off, your recall is slipping, or your brain just isn’t working the way it used to, you’re not alone.In this video, we’re breaking down what’s actually happening in your brain during perimenopause and how hormone changes, especially estrogen fluctuations, impact memory, focus, and mental clarity.This isn’t about losing your edge or “getting older.” There’s a real physiological reason behind these changes, and understanding it can help you stop questioning yourself and start responding with clarity.If you’ve ever wondered, “What is wrong with me?” this will help you connect the dots.Make sure to subscribe as we break down perimenopause symptoms one by one so you can better understand your body and advocate for yourself with confidence.EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

April 9, 2026Episode 177 min

Waking at 3AM During Perimenopause? This Explains Why

Perimenopause sleep problems, waking up at 3AM, hormonal insomnia, cortisol imbalance, progesterone and sleep, why you wake up at night, midlife sleep disruption—if this sounds familiar, this video will connect the dots.If you’ve been waking up in the middle of the night, wide awake with a racing mind and no clear reason, you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not broken.In this video, we unpack what’s actually happening in your body during perimenopause that leads to those frustrating 2–4AM wakeups. Once you understand the hormonal shifts behind it, everything starts to make a lot more sense—and it gets a lot less scary.This is one of the most common (and least talked about) experiences women face in midlife. The good news? There are ways to support your body through it.If you’ve ever laid there staring at the ceiling wondering “what is wrong with me?”—this is for you.Subscribe for more simple, grounded explanations of perimenopause symptoms so you can understand your body and work with it, not against it.If this helped you feel seen, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too.Check out : startwithembr.comFree guide linked below: Why Your Body Feels Off — and what is actually happening hormonally.https://off.startwithembr.com/EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

April 2, 2026Episode 167 min

High Cortisol in Perimenopause? Why You Feel Wired But Tired (It’s Not Just Stress)

Perimenopause cortisol, high cortisol symptoms, wired but tired, anxiety, sleep problems, belly fat, 3am waking, hormonal imbalance. If your body feels off and nothing makes sense, this may explain why.If you’ve been feeling exhausted but unable to sleep, more anxious than usual, or like your body is running on stress even when your life isn’t, you’re not imagining it. There is a physiological reason this happens in perimenopause.In this video, we break down what cortisol is doing in your body during this transition and why symptoms that seem unrelated may actually be connected.If your labs look “normal” but your body feels anything but, this will help you connect the dots and start understanding what’s really going on.Watch until the end so you can begin working with your body instead of against it.If this resonated, like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who might need it too.Drop in the comments: which symptom made you think, wait, that is me?If this helped you feel seen, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too.EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

March 29, 2026Episode 156 min

Is this Normal? Perimenopause Symptoms That Make You Feel Like You're Losing It

This episode is different.No talking. No explaining. Just a song.I wrote "Is This Normal?" because I kept hearing the same things from women. Waking up at 3am. Snapping at people they love. Forgetting words mid-sentence. Crying at commercials. Going to the doctor and being told their labs look fine. And then going home and quietly wondering if they were losing their minds.They were not. And neither are you.Perimenopause does not show up as one neat symptom. It can move through your brain, your sleep, your mood, your joints, your gut, your metabolism, and your heart all at the same time. That is why it feels like everything is falling apart at once. And that is why so many women spend years thinking it is just stress, or just age, or just them.It is not just them. It is never just them.This song is for the woman googling symptoms at 3am. For the one who sat in the bathroom and cried after snapping at her daughter. For the one who used to run meetings and now cannot find the word she was looking for. For the one whose doctor said everything looks fine and who drove home feeling more alone than when she walked in.You are not broken. You are not too much. There is a name for what you are experiencing, and you are not alone in it.If you want to see the full video this song was written for, including all 100 symptoms of perimenopause laid out one by one, head to YouTube at @EMBRwithKimberly. Watch it and notice what resonates. You may recognize more than you expected.And if you want to understand what is actually happening in your body hormonally, and why it feels so random and so relentless, my free guide "Why Your Body Feels Off" is linked below. It is a calm, clear starting place.Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for someone we love is let them know they are not alone.Free guide: Why Your Body Feels Off Full YouTube video: 100 Symptoms of Perimenopause youtube.com/@EMBRwithKimberlyEMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

March 19, 2026Episode 1410 min

11 Early Signs of Perimenopause Most Women Miss in their 30's & 40's

Perimenopause symptoms can begin years before menopause, and many women miss the early signs. If you are noticing brain fog, sleep changes, anxiety, or weight shifts in your late 30s or 40s, hormones may be part of the story.In this video, I walk through 11 early signs of perimenopause that many women experience long before hot flashes or night sweats appear. These subtle changes are often dismissed as stress, aging, or just being busy, but when you see the pattern, the picture becomes much clearer.If you have ever thought, “I just don’t feel like myself anymore,” this may help you connect the dots and understand what your body is actually telling you.EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...

March 12, 2026Episode 137 min

9 Strange Perimenopause Symptoms No One Warned You About

Perimenopause symptoms can show up in ways most women never expect. From itchy ears to anxiety spikes, hormonal changes in your late 30s and 40s can affect far more than hot flashes.If you have been noticing strange body changes and wondering what is going on, you are not imagining it. Many lesser known perimenopause symptoms are linked to fluctuating estrogen levels that affect the nervous system, connective tissue, and sensory signals throughout the body.In this video, we walk through nine unusual symptoms that can happen during perimenopause, why they occur, and how understanding the hormonal connection can help you make sense of what your body is experiencing.If your doctor told you your labs look normal but your body feels different, this conversation may help connect the dots.Your body is not broken. You are navigating a hormonal transition that most women were never properly prepared for.If this helped you recognize something you have been experiencing, subscribe for more videos explaining perimenopause symptoms, hormone changes, and what actually helps during midlife.EMBRYouTubeFacebookInstagramLinkedInMindvalleyTypesetKimberly Hoyt is a physician assistant with two decades of clinical experience who helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her work focuses on midlife health and education, helping women understand what is happening in their bodies so they feel prepared, informed, supported and empowered. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Kimberly Hoyt, PA-C, and associated content are not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing/Listening to this content does not establish a patient-provider relationship. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan, starting supplements, or addressing medical concerns.General Disclaimer: I am not a CPA, attorney, insurance/real estate agent, contractor, lender, or financial adv...