‘Ask Barbie’ answers your topical questions on all things related to menopause. While Barbie can’t give answers to personal situations, as she would in a consultation, she is happy to give answers that help all her students and clients manage menopause.

Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: Is Meno-Rage a Real Thing?

It's simple: when your hormones are unstable, so are your moods. Find out why.
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: Is It Possible to Have Too Much Estrogen:

Too much, or not enough? Make sure you're focus isn't misplaced!!
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: What are My Non-Hormonal Options for Menopause Management?

Understand what each option does so you can choose management options that work for you.
Ask Barbie: Can I take Progesterone Alone forr Menopause Management?

Ask Barbie: Can I Take Progesterone Alone for My Menopause Management?

Understand the role each hormone plays so you can choose management options that work for you.
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: Should I Take HRT if I Don’t Have Any Symptoms of Menopause?

Why a "silent" menopause free of "noisy" symptoms can actually be deadly.
Why is My Menopausal Vagina So Dry

Ask Barbie: What’s the Best Time to Start HRT for Menopause?

Timing is everything: choose yours wisely!
Why is My Menopausal Vagina So Dry

Ask Barbie: Why is My Menopausal Vagina so Dry? And What Can I Do About It??

Losing your Estradiol means losing your vagina. Here's how to save it.
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: How Will I Recognize the Symptoms of Peri-Menopause?

Symptoms of peri-menopause fall into two categories. Know and watch out for them.
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: Is Early Menopause Linked to Dementia?

Let's talk about your brain and what happens to it when you lose estradiol, the estrogen produced by your ovaries.
Ask Barbie! Barbara Taylor MD's Q&A addressing your burning questions about Menopause

Ask Barbie: How Do I Find the Right Doctor to Prescribe HRT?

Why finding the right doctor to prescribe HRT is the most difficult part of managing your menopause, and how to do it.