Celebrate Life in the Middle

Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation and forgot what you were going to say? Or maybe you’ve gone to pick up something at the store, only to get there and realize that you don’t remember why you’re there. And of course, you forgot your list.  How about forgetting someone’s name for a brief moment?  Or having difficulty concentrating, or multitasking like you used to be able to do.  If so, then you’re familiar with the feeling of brain fog. Brain fog in Menopause is a hot topic because it affects so many women. Let’s dive into brain fog and talk about why it happens, how often…

Do you dread looking at your calendar every month, waiting for “shark week” to come?  If you’re a woman of a certain age (like me), you may already be experiencing the changes that come with perimenopause and menopause.  Shark week might be turning into shark month… Menstrual changes are one of the most common symptoms of these hormonal shifts.  Read on for a guide to what you can expect with irregular bleeding in Perimenopause.

Have you ever had one of those moments where you suddenly feel like you’re on fire, and you have no idea why?  Like, you’re just minding your own business, and all of a sudden, it’s like the surface of the sun has taken up residence in your body.  That’s what hot flashes at midlife are like.  They’re like an unexpected and unwanted house guest, showing up unannounced and making themselves at home inside your body. And feeling like they are staying FOREVER! Well, read more for my guide to surviving hot flashes and you can hopefully minimize the time they hang out with you.

It is possible that some women may not be aware of all the resources available to help them manage their menopause symptoms.  Many women may not know where to turn for help or may feel embarrassed or uncomfortable discussing their symptoms with others.  Some women may also not have access to healthcare providers or other resources that can provide information and support.  For this reason, I’ve gathered my top resources for Perimenopause and Menopause symptoms for you.

e If you’re in your midlife years, you may be noticing some changes in your body. Your periods may be getting lighter or heavier, more frequent or less frequent. You may be having hot flashes or night sweats. Or you may be feeling irritable or moody. You might not have any changes, or you might have a whole bunch of other weird symptoms and not understand why.  And you may be wondering what the heck is going on.  Welcome to perimenopause! There is a lot that you can expect in Perimenopause and Menopause.