What is considered midlife for a woman? Some might say they’re at a mid-point in life because their menstrual cycles have ended. But according to Brenda Smith, MD, a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist and owner of Midlife Wellness Center in Kansas City, Missouri, midlife for a woman is actually a huge segment of time, in fact, many years representing a new and exciting phase for females to fully enjoy. However, the time to plan for a successful transition into and through this time frame requires a solid foundation of good mental and physical health that begins well before entering this phase of life.