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10 Women Get Real About Turning 40

Is it as bad as you think? Spoiler: It's so. much. better.

by Lindsay Tigar | COMMENT

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"I was surprised to be pregnant!" When personal trainer and nutrition coach Lea Thompson imagined her 40th birthday, she had it all mapped out. She'd spend it in New York City, ringing in the New Year with a cake made by Buddy from "The Cake Boss" and party the week away until she blew out her candles on January 6. But the universe had a different plan; instead, she was home preparing to become a mom, thanks to a surprise pregnancy. As she reached this part of her life, she began thinking about not only her growing family, but her career. After two setbacks in her 30s, she was inspired to truly discover her calling. "I found out what I was really passionate about, which was helping others reach their goals in their health and wealth, and made a business out of helping women become life and world changers through my business. It's truly the best gig in town and I look forward to working with women and having them be able to advance in their lives," she said.

Image via Lea Thompson

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