Happy Pink Full Moon, Our popular Girl & Grown-Up "Period Power" workshop is back on April 25th as well as our virtual "Pause Power" workshop on April 22nd. There’s something I keep noticing lately, in my students, in my daughter, and honestly… in myself too. Sleep deprivation. Our body literacy classes always begin with a check-in and a chance for students to draw a picture of their "inner weather report" in their journal. One of my students said they noticed a pattern. "I am always tired!"...
16 days ago • 2 min read
Happy Spring Equinox! My daughter turned 15 yesterday.And surprisingly…the hardest part wasn’t the cake, the guest list, or even the emotions. It was her wishlist. Think: itsy bitsy teeny weeny crop tops and micro skirts. The kind of clothes that make you pause as a parent—not because they’re “wrong,” but because they raise bigger questions. Just last week, after my talk at Burkes School (“Girl Power: Building Body Resilience”), a mom asked me: “How do you balance letting girls wear what they...
28 days ago • 2 min read
Happy Full Moon! This full moon has me reflecting on how powerful it feels to gather — in our treehouse classroom, school libraries, and cozy yoga studios — to talk about the things that truly matter. Last week, I had the honor of leading “Media Mindset: Parenting in the Digital Age” in Argonne Elementary's cozy library. There is something so reassuring about a room full of parents leaning in, asking thoughtful questions, and realizing we’re not alone in navigating this digital world. If...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Happy Lunar New Year! As you know, our program is grounded in evidence-based science. I am, at my core, a scientist. And I also know there is energy on this planet far beyond our current understanding. The strongest scientists recognize this truth: discovery is endless. What we know is only a fraction of what exists. My grandfather was a chemist in Pune, India—and he also practiced Ayurvedic medicine. People sought him out for his ability to heal because he understood both chemistry and...
2 months ago • 2 min read
I’m 51 today. For over two decades, I’ve taught kids about puberty. Whenever we talk about periods, they always ask: “When does it end?” I tell them the average age of menopause is 51. That number used to feel so far away. And now… here it is. My period hasn’t stopped. But perimenopause has absolutely begun. Like so many people, I’ve struggled to get real guidance. I’ve seen more than ten doctors. I’ve spent thousands of dollars. I’ve paid $350 out of pocket for appointments that finally made...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Girl Power Science News Happy Full Moon from Girl Power Science 🌕 I have some great news to balance out all of the nauseating news out there. Our “Perimenopause Power” parent education event at Lick-Wilmerding High School was a huge success! I had the honor of being part of an incredible panel of experts. What made it extra special is that we’re all moms who originally met years ago at The Hamlin School for Girls, when I taught their daughters back in the day. Our powerhouse panel included:✨...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Girl Power Science News Big news—from my hormones 💫 After years of research, learning, and listening to my body, I officially started full-dose hormone replacement therapy yesterday. I’m using an estradiol patch that looks like a small, round, clear sticker. On day 14 of my cycle, I’ll begin taking progesterone pills. Yesterday, I experienced some side effects—nausea and a headache. At first, I thought the nausea was just a reaction to reading the news, but it quickly became clear it was more...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Girl Power Science News As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on how much this community continues to grow, not just in numbers, but across generations. December is always a full season, wrapping up programs, finishing report cards, and beginning to plan for summer. Even amid the busyness, I’ve been so grateful for the conversations I’ve had with families this month. One thing that keeps coming up, again and again, is how many of us are navigating big body changes at the same time as...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Girl Power Science News Did you happen to catch the supermoon rise on Thursday night? It was absolutely breathtaking—and it felt like a perfect reminder of how much our bodies and lives move in meaningful cycles. That idea of cycles has been on my mind a lot lately as I’ve been immersed in conversations about both puberty and perimenopause. I’m thrilled to share that I’m collaborating with one of the doctors on our medical advisory board, Dr. Kim Garfinkel, MD, to create a brand-new...
4 months ago • 2 min read