In this first episode of Peri Chats, Erin Gagné shares the personal journey that led her into functional medicine — and ultimately inspired this podcast.

What started in 2017 as chronic exhaustion and being told her labs were “normal” quickly turned into years of unanswered symptoms, autoimmune diagnoses, early perimenopause, burnout, and feeling deeply disconnected from her body. Through gut health challenges, hormone disruption, and the courage to leave a toxic work environment, Erin’s healing journey reshaped not only how she lives — but how she practices medicine.

In this episode, Erin reflects on the pivotal moments that changed everything and shares the five healing lessons that helped her find lasting wellness, including:

• Why feeling dismissed is never normal care

• The role of gut health in hormone and immune balance

• How hormones adapt to stress rather than “fail”

• Why lifestyle and environment matter as much as protocols

• What real healing looks like when it isn’t linear

This episode sets the foundation for Peri Chats — honest, science-backed conversations for women navigating perimenopause, burnout, and chronic symptoms who are ready for deeper understanding and real healing.

If you’ve ever felt like something was off but couldn’t get answers, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Peri Chats a space where hormones and healing finally get an honest conversation, led by Erin Gagne, nurse practitioner and owner of Revive Wellness. Erin has a passion for all things wellness in full body healing after experiencing her own health struggles. In the space, we will share honest conversations so that you can find deep healing and empowerment to fill your best inside and out welcome in!