What do your skin, sleep posture, bone density, and even your pillowcase have in common?
In this episode of The Modern Midlife Collective, quite a bit more than you might think.
As women move through midlife, changes in appearance—like dry skin, hormonal acne, facial volume loss, and hair thinning—can seem sudden and overwhelming. But these shifts are often reflections of deeper changes within the body.
Dr. Ade Kendipe and Dr. Jillian Woodruff explore the science behind these transformations and offer a holistic perspective on how to navigate them with clarity and confidence. From the effects of declining estrogen to the real reason your go-to skincare may no longer deliver results, they break down what’s really happening beneath the surface—and what you can do about it.
Whether you’re exploring aesthetic treatments or simply trying to understand what’s changed when you look in the mirror, this episode provides a thoughtful, evidence-based guide to aging well—inside and out.
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Get to know the doctors behind the insights of The Modern Midlife Collective Podcast:
Ade Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, hormone and obesity specialist, and expert in metabolic and longevity medicine. She is the founder and Medical Director of Rejuvenate Health and Wellness, where she has empowered hundreds of women to reclaim their health, overcome stubborn weight challenges, and unlock vibrant energy through science-based, personalized care.
With a deep commitment to transforming the landscape of midlife health, she blends cutting-edge medical innovation with a functional, root-cause approach to wellness. She is recognized as a trusted authority in women's health and passionate about service and health equity. Dr. Akindipe also serves as Co-Chair of the Health Committee for the Alaska Black Caucus, advocating for greater access to preventive care and wellness initiatives in underrepresented communities.
Jillian Woodruff, MD, FACOG, NCMP, is a board-certified gynecologist, surgeon, and nationally certified menopause provider specializing in general and cosmetic gynecologic surgery. As Chief Medical Officer of Modern Gynecology & Skin, she specializes in hormone therapy, sexual medicine, and aesthetic treatments to help women thrive.
She is the host of “Line One” on Alaska Public Media, an NPR-affiliated medical affairs radio show, and co-founder of The Women’s WELL Foundation, dedicated to women’s health education and access.
As the co-host of The Modern Midlife Collective, she brings expertise in hormones, sexual health, aesthetics, and holistic practices, teaching women to advocate for their health and well-being in midlife with confidence.
Passionate about global health, lifestyle medicine, and education, she enjoys traveling, humanitarian work, studying languages, and family life while empowering women to take charge of their health.