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  • Itchiness as a Symptom of Menopause

    Itchiness as a Symptom of Menopause

    I never buy body lotion. Its not that I don’t use, I have just never had to buy it before. Usually I get gifted some for my birthday and/or Christmas and that usually lasts me. I have sensory issues so I don’t add lotion every day, only when I notice my skin is dry –…

  • Beating the Heat: Understanding and Conquering Menopausal Night Sweats

    Beating the Heat: Understanding and Conquering Menopausal Night Sweats

    If you’re a woman going through menopause, chances are you’re all too familiar with the unwelcome midnight wake-up call of a night sweat. One minute you’re sound asleep, and the next you’re drenched in perspiration, shivering as your body temperature plummets. It’s an unpleasant experience, to say the least – but unfortunately, it’s also a…

  • The 34 Symptoms of Perimenopause (but there is more).

    The 34 Symptoms of Perimenopause (but there is more).

    My deep dive into perimenopause has become rather a scary rabbit hole. Not only do I now realise that we don’t know more than we know about this stage of life but I discovered that there are more (many many more) symptoms than hot flushes, missed periods and brain fog. In fact so far there…

  • Menopause Rage: It’s Not Just You!

    Menopause Rage: It’s Not Just You!

    I woke up a few days ago ready to wage war with anyone and everyone. It is more than just an irritation or annoyance, it is a visceral, bubbling rage that, if I am honest, scares me a little. It feels like a fire in my belly that just can’t escape. It just arrives suddenly,…

  • 10 Early Signs of Perimenopause You Might Be Missing

    10 Early Signs of Perimenopause You Might Be Missing

    Let’s talk about something that sneaks up on us like a ninja in the night – perimenopause. You might think you’re too young for “the change,” but guess what? Perimenopause can start as early as your mid-30s. Yep, you read that right! I started in late 30s and I can tell you now, I was…

  • Seed Cycling for Menopausal Women

    Seed Cycling for Menopausal Women

    Seed Cycling for Menopausal Women: A Natural Approach to Hormone Balance

  • Menopause and the Brain

    Menopause and the Brain

    Someone on my Threads feed recommended a book called The Menopause Brain by Dr Lisa Mosconi. I haven’t read the book yet but found this podcast. It was absolutely fascinating. A few of my takeaways There is obviously a lot more information in this podcast and I am keen to get my hands on the…

  • Making  Friends During the Second Act

    Making Friends During the Second Act

    Do you make friends easily? How has this changed as you have gotten older?

  • Empty Nest: I am excited

    Empty Nest: I am excited

    I can’t wait for my kids to leave the house! I am not dreading the empty nest at all.

  • Protein Packed Smoothie

    Protein Packed Smoothie

    One of the things that has definitely worked to improve how I feel is increasing my daily protein intake. It has not been easy though and I eventually decided to try protein powder, which I know can be controversial but it has helped me.  I was having a blueberry smoothie for breakfast, so it made…