Welcome to Your Second Act, where midlife isn’t something to survive; it’s your time to thrive. This blog was created for women 50 and over who are navigating the powerful, sometimes messy, always transformative journey through menopause, aging, and reinvention. Whether you’re facing night sweats or rethinking your wardrobe, it’s all welcome here. This is a space of real talk, real solutions, and real connection—led by someone who’s lived it and helped thousands of women through it: Dr. Leta Vega.
With over 35 years in women’s health, Dr. Vega brings more than just credentials—she brings compassion, clarity, and deep expertise. A board-certified Certified Nurse Midwife and Doctor of Nursing Practice, Dr. Vega has dedicated her life to advancing women’s health in both clinical and academic settings. From founding successful women’s wellness clinics to working with a national genetic screening program, she’s been at the forefront of how we care for women—and now she’s here to guide you through the changes that come with your second act.
Dr. Vega’s academic journey spans decades of excellence: a Diploma in Nursing from Methodist School of Nursing, a B.S. in Health Care Administration from the University of St. Francis, an M.S. from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a focus on Nurse Midwifery, and a Doctorate from the University of Iowa with a focus on innovative business and healthcare models. Her hands-on experience spanning home healthcare startups, university professorships, and midwifery practices in both urban and underserved communities means she understands not just the science but also the soul of women’s healthcare.
Here at Your Second Act, we’re not just talking hormones and health (though we’ll cover that too). We’re reimagining what life after 50 can look like. What does skincare look like when your skin has lived? How do you dress a changing body with confidence? What does it mean to stay mentally vibrant and emotionally centered when the world expects you to slow down or disappear?
At DrLetaVega.com, you’ll find evidence-based advice blended with holistic insight—from hormone-free menopause management to practical beauty, mindset, and lifestyle tools. There’s no pressure here to “stay young” – only encouragement to stay you. This is a place to feel seen, heard, and celebrated. You’ve built a life, a body, and a voice. Now it’s time to use it boldly and beautifully.
Dr. Vega’s mission is simple but powerful: to help women step into this phase of life with grace, strength, and unapologetic authenticity.
Welcome to your second act. Let’s make it your most empowered chapter yet.
Dr. Leta Vega,
Aging & Menopause Advisor | Advocate for Women 50+ | Midlife Mentor & Educator
