You don't have to figure it all out alone 🤍


Happy Friday Reader

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Boy, did I have a busy week! But it was ALSO one of those weeks where clients were having wins left and right, and it made me feel so incredibly grateful for this work.

There’s nothing better than seeing YOU guys thrive and have breakthroughs you never expected! ❤️

One thing I’ve realized that most people DON’T know about my coaching is that I collaborate with other healthcare providers and professionals who have incredible expertise in women’s health.

When it makes sense for a client, I’m able to help connect the dots between things like medical care, hormones, nutrition, metabolism, strength, and lifestyle.

I’m especially grateful for my ongoing collaboration with Karen Kelly, NP at Mercy Medical & Wellness in the Orlando area. Karen and I are able to bring our different areas of expertise together to support women with a more comprehensive approach to their health.

And if you’re not local, that doesn’t mean you have to figure it all out on your own. I also work with women outside of the Orlando area by helping you:

  • Order appropriate lab testing
  • Understand how your patterns shape your strategy
  • Prepare for conversations with your own healthcare provider
  • Advocate for the care and support you need

Your care team may look different depending on where you live — but you don’t have to go it alone. 🤍

Because your health isn't one-dimensional — and your care shouldn't be either. ❤️

Have a great weekend!

Bridgette Barlow

Metabolic Health Strategist for women 35+

​B4 and After Health and Fitness ​

If you’ve been feeling like you’re trying to piece all of this together on your own, hit reply and tell me what you’re navigating. I’d love to hear from you. 🤍

Women's Hormone and Metabolic Health over age 35

Helping women over 35 to upgrade their metabolism so they can build muscle, lose body fat and truly thrive in perimenopause and beyond through evidence-based nutrition, stress management and fitness customized to support the modern midlife woman!

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