Dr. Stacie Stephenson: The Wellness Detective

In this episode, Dr. Stacie breaks down the ongoing hormone therapy debate and what every woman should know about HRT. She explores why hormone therapy has been surrounded by fear, how the conversation has evolved, and what women should consider when deciding whether it’s right for them.

Perimenopause can bring changes in sleep, mood, metabolism, energy, and more—often before you realize what’s happening.

In this episode of The Wellness Detective, Dr. Stacie Stephenson breaks down the signs of perimenopause, what’s happening in the body, and practical ways to navigate this transition. From lifestyle and nutrition to testing and treatment options, learn how to take a more proactive approach to your health during perimenopause and beyond.

Dr. Stacie explores how growing up in a screen-centered world may be affecting kids’ mental health, attention, sleep, and social development. She breaks down the impact of social media and constant digital stimulation and what parents can do to help their children build healthier relationships with technology.

In this episode, Dr. Stacie Stephenson explores why menopause is a natural stage of life—not a disease. She discusses how the conversation around menopause has become increasingly medicalized, what’s actually happening in the body, and how proactive lifestyle choices can help women navigate this transition with confidence and better health.

In this episode of The Wellness Detective, Dr. Stacie Stephenson explores one of the biggest parenting challenges today: screen time. From attention and learning to sleep, brain development, and behavior, she breaks down what the research really says about how screens affect children and shares practical strategies to help parents create healthier habits without fear or guilt. Whether you're raising a toddler or a teenager, this episode offers evidence-based insights every parent should know.