Hormones, Health & Happiness
Thriving in Midlife and Beyond
April 23 930am-1130am
Ono Offshore, Chantilly, VA
Discover how to THRIVE through midlife and beyond! Join us for the second session of our "Hormones, Health & Happiness" seminar series, designed to educate and empower women to embrace and flourish during midlife. Each session will feature two expert speakers who will shed light on the midlife transformation.
Our fantastic guest speakers for Session 2 will be Dr. Christine Hart Kress and Dr. Kimberly Dixon. They will be sharing valuable insights in their presentation titled "Evidence-Based Pelvic Health & Hormones: The Untold Truth About Midlife and Beyond."
Dr. Kimberly Dixon is a highly experienced physical therapist with over 27 years in the field, specializing in sports medicine, orthopedics, and pelvic health. Drawing from both her extensive professional expertise and her personal journey through early perimenopause, Dr. Dixon has established a dedicated practice focused on supporting women throughout all stages of womanhood. She is passionate about empowering women as they navigate the transitions of perimenopause and menopause, helping them to embrace this stage of life and live vibrantly.
Christine A. Hart Kress, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, NEA-BC, MSCP, is a seasoned healthcare leader with over 30 years of experience in women’s health. Board-certified as a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Dr. Hart Kress has advanced training in hormone prescribing, sexual medicine and the care of breast cancer survivors. Her passion lies in transforming access to high-quality care for women in midlife and menopause. She is the CEO and owner of a specialized telemedicine practice focused on comprehensive midlife and menopause care.
Hormone Truth Bombs: Smashing Myths, Slaying Midlife, and Owning Your Health Journey
Speaker: Christine Hart Kress
* What the WHI got wrong and what you deserve to know
* Learn when your hormones start shifting, how they stir up symptoms, and why understanding where they act in the body is key to reclaiming your health.
* Explore lab-based and symptom-driven approaches to hormone therapy—how to test, interpret, and fine-tune HRT for optimal balance and vitality."
Pelvic Health 101: Unlocking the Power of Your Core
Speaker: Kim Dixon
* Pelvic Anatomy 101: More Than Just Kegels
* Common Pelvic Health Conditions (And Why They’re Not “Normal”)
* The Perimenopause & Menopause Effect: Why You May Notice More Leaks & Pain
After the guest speaker presentations, participate in a Q&A session and engage in small group discussions, offering an opportunity to connect with other women navigating similar journeys. Plus, discover valuable resources from local businesses supporting women in midlife at their vendor tables. Each session will focus on a unique topic with different guest speakers. Attend one, two, or all three!
Event Schedule:
9:00am - 9:30am: Doors open. Grab your coffee, mingle, visit vendor tables, and find your seat before the session begins at 9:30am.
9:30am - 11:30am: Formal session with two expert speakers (see topic outline below), followed by a Q&A and small group discussions.
11:30am: Formal session concludes.
11:30am - 12:00pm: Optional time to mingle, visit vendor tables, ask questions, and join table discussions.
Registration is $15, which includes admission, complimentary coffee or bottled water, and a light snack. Seating is limited. Get your tickets today.
Ono Offshore is located at 4515 Daly Dr, Suite N, Chantilly, Virginia.
