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On May 7, 2025, we welcomed women from across Loudoun County to The New YOU: Confronting Weight & Body Image Challenges in Perimenopause and Menopause—a heartfelt, empowering wellness workshop hosted by Dr. Minnie Cruz and the team at My Wellness Physicians in Leesburg, VA.
The event created a safe space for women to talk openly about one of the most overlooked transitions in their health journey: the emotional and physical impact of body changes during menopause and perimenopause.
For many women, midlife brings unexpected shifts—weight gain that won’t budge, energy that vanishes, and a reflection in the mirror that feels unfamiliar. But beyond the physical, what often goes unspoken is the toll on self-esteem and identity.
During the workshop, Dr. Cruz guided the audience through the why behind these changes—rooted in hormonal shifts, metabolic slowdown, and muscle loss—and broke down myths around diet culture, shame, and aging.
Guests walked away with more than just facts—they left with tools:
How to reframe negative self-talk
Why traditional weight loss methods often fail during perimenopause and menopause
What to do instead: medically guided care, nutrition support, and sustainable body goals
How hormone balance, movement, and mindset work together to restore confidence
The atmosphere was uplifting, emotional, and deeply validating. For many attendees, it was the first time they felt truly seen in their experience.
We’re proud that The New YOU sparked a powerful movement for midlife wellness in our community—and we’re just getting started.
If you missed this event, don’t worry:
📧 Join our mailing list to get early invites for future workshops
👩⚕️ Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cruz to start your personal journey
📱 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @mywellnessphysicians for wellness tips, expert insights, and real stories
On May 7, 2025, we welcomed women from across Loudoun County to The New YOU: Confronting Weight & Body Image Challenges in Perimenopause and Menopause—a heartfelt, empowering wellness workshop hosted by Dr. Minnie Cruz and the team at My Wellness Physicians in Leesburg, VA.
The event created a safe space for women to talk openly about one of the most overlooked transitions in their health journey: the emotional and physical impact of body changes during menopause and perimenopause.
For many women, midlife brings unexpected shifts—weight gain that won’t budge, energy that vanishes, and a reflection in the mirror that feels unfamiliar. But beyond the physical, what often goes unspoken is the toll on self-esteem and identity.
During the workshop, Dr. Cruz guided the audience through the why behind these changes—rooted in hormonal shifts, metabolic slowdown, and muscle loss—and broke down myths around diet culture, shame, and aging.
Guests walked away with more than just facts—they left with tools:
How to reframe negative self-talk
Why traditional weight loss methods often fail during perimenopause and menopause
What to do instead: medically guided care, nutrition support, and sustainable body goals
How hormone balance, movement, and mindset work together to restore confidence
The atmosphere was uplifting, emotional, and deeply validating. For many attendees, it was the first time they felt truly seen in their experience.
We’re proud that The New YOU sparked a powerful movement for midlife wellness in our community—and we’re just getting started.
If you missed this event, don’t worry:
📧 Join our mailing list to get early invites for future workshops
👩⚕️ Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cruz to start your personal journey
📱 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @mywellnessphysicians for wellness tips, expert insights, and real stories