Hormones & Life Transitions

Naturopathic care for women through all of life's phases and stages.

Two smiling elderly women outdoors, one in patterned shawl with dark hair, the other with white hair and glasses.


This photo is of my mother and grandmother - their lives inspire my work every day.


I watched them navigate illness and aging, and realized that surviving isn’t the same as thriving. Many patients arrive with fatigue, hormone changes, or ongoing health challenges and I see the same opportunity to support them in living well, not just managing symptoms.


Naturopathic medicine allows me to look at each person’s unique health journey and provide safe, evidence-informed strategies that help you feel your best.



How I Support Women Through Life Transitions

& Health Concerns

Mature Women's Health


Life after menopause has many unique health concerns and naturopathic medicine has a lot to offer!  Here are some examples:

  • Bone health, Osteopenia and Osteoporosis

  • Cognitive health and Preventative care

  • Cardiovascular health: cholesterol, arterial health, circulatory health

  • Urogenital health

  • Energy, fatigue, burnout

  • Mood changes; depression, anxiety, worry

  • Nutrient deficiencies

  • Gastrointestinal health; chronic diarrhea, constipation, digestive pain

  • many patients see Dr. Bauer to review supplements they are already taking. 

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Menstrual Health 


Menstruation and menstrual cycles can have many different challenges throughout the reproductive years. Common concerns that naturopathic doctors see in practice include painful periods, heavy periods and irregular periods.



Dr. Bauer will take time to assess all the contributing factors in your situation and will build an individualized treatment plan to address your concerns.

  • Period pain

  • Endometriosis, Fibroids, Adenomyosis

  • Heavy periods

  • Irregular periods

  • PMS

  • Hormonal acne

  • PCOS

  • Optimal iron levels

  • Fertility Optimization

  • Stopping birth control: Whether for reproductive reasons or other, many women seek the care of a naturopathic doctor when they have decided to stop taking the birth control pill. Naturopathic medicine uses evidence-based treatments to help support the rebalancing of cycling reproductive hormones. 

Genitourinary Health




  • Recurrent urinary infections

  • Vaginal infections: Candida, Bacterial vaginosis

  • Desquamative inflammatory vaginitis

  • Pelvic pain

  • Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)

  • Interstitial cystitis

  • Urinary incontinence

  • STI's

Menopause & Perimenopause


Although menopause is a normal and healthy process it can be symptomatic and disruptive for many individuals. The body and its hormones adjust as estrogen levels decline and these adjustments can be responsible for many symptoms, including: hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, depression, irritability, heavy and frequent periods, and an aggravation of other health concerns.  


Perimenopause includes the years leading up to menopause and can start as early as 40 in some individuals. It is typically a period of erratic estrogen levels combined with higher-than-average estrogen levels.  


Depending on where you are in this transition there are many evidence-based naturopathic treatments that can be helpful at symptom reduction and supportive in balancing hormones and health throughout.


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Perimenopause Mood Map


For those struggling with the mental and emotional challenges of perimenopause who want a more comprehensive plan, Dr Bauer has created a signature care system to help support you through.  


The Perimenopause Mood Map is a 4 pillar system that walks you through the physiological and biological changes that can be playing a role in your symptom presentation.  The Perimenopause Mood Map will connect you to a community of individuals working through similar concerns as you work through the unique protocols and support for: inflammation, histamine intolerance, stress response, hormone balancing, metabolic health, cellular and cognitive health as well as support for any unresolved trauma or stress management concerns that might be showing up at this time. 


Interested in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy? 

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)


Dr. Bauer has extra training and a license to be able to provide bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. 


Bioidentical hormones are defined as hormones identical in structure to human hormones. They are used as topical creams in doses that mimic normal physiological levels. Dr. Bauer ND will be thorough in assessing your hormonal patterns and needs and can determine whether bio identical hormones may be a useful treatment option for you.


Book in for a discovery call if you're interested to learn if Bioidentical hormone therapy is a good option for you.