How to Manage Menopause and Transitions in the Workplace
Menopause is a natural part of aging that all women experience, but it can bring significant changes that impact daily life, including the workplace. Learning how to manage menopause and transitions in the workplace is crucial for maintaining productivity and well-being. Here, we’ll provide you with practical advice and strategies to help women navigate this phase while balancing their professional responsibilities.
Osteoporosis - It Can Happen To Any of Us
May is Osteoporosis month. But bone health should be on our radar every month. Think you are not at risk because you exercise? Or lift weights? Don’t be so sure. Osteoporosis can hit any goddess post-menopause.
Debbie D., a former triathlete, was kind enough to share her personal story with us. It’s a cautionary tale for me. And for all of us menopause goddesses.
Best Ways to Navigate the Emotional Shifts of Menopause
Menopause brings diverse emotional changes that significantly affect a woman’s life. These changes often include mood swings, sudden tears, irritability, and feelings of anxiety, which are not only challenging but also unpredictable.
Organizing Your Space for Menopause Comfort and Efficiency
Cultivating a tranquil haven within the home can serve as a refuge for women seeking respite from the tumultuous journey. This sanctuary is not merely a physical space but a sacred retreat infused with elements of serenity and tranquility. Incorporating biophilic design principles, such as natural textures, soothing colors, and indoor greenery, fosters a sense of connection with nature and promotes emotional well-being. By curating a serene sanctuary, women can find solace amidst the ebbs and flows of menopause, nurturing their spirit and restoring balance in their lives.
Menopause: A Manual for Couples
Menopause can seem like a lonely journey, but it doesn’t have to be. Though our mates/significant others go through the Big M with us, often they don’t know the terrain or how to support us. Finally, there’s real help.
Kimberly Brooks has written a stunning new book: Conquering Menopause: A Guide for Couples, Easy and Effective Solutions to Survive the Change Together. In this comprehensive manual for traveling the journey together, she combines information with strategies for surviving and ultimately thriving during the Pause.
7 Tips for Managing Finances During Menopause
Menopause marks a significant phase in a woman’s life, often accompanied by lesser-known symptoms and challenges that extend beyond the physical. For instance, managing finances during menopause can emerge as an unexpected challenge, influenced by fluctuating emotions and changing life circumstances. It’s important, therefore, to approach financial planning with sensitivity and adaptability during this period.
Drum Roll: Now You Can Test Your Hormones at Home
Wondering if you are in perimenopause? Or if you are still ovulating? Or if your HRT (hormone replacement therapy) is working? Oova can help you track your hormone status with their simple at-home test. I sure wish I could have had this option when I was perimenopausal. I had to periodically go in for blood tests. (And wait for results.) Or send in saliva to a special lab. (And wait even longer.)
Menowell Bars for Menopause Health
Big news today - Menowell bars (formerly known as Bossa Bars) are on sale on Amazon - you'll want to stock up on these healthy power bars made just for menopausal women. (Although my husband does go into my stash because he loves them too.) Menowell bars are power...
The Power of Friendship and Support Groups for Menopause Goddesses
Support groups for menopause goddesses have emerged as vital resources. Those are the places where women can share experiences, seek advice, and find comfort. These online and offline groups foster friendships and create communities that understand the nuances of this life stage.
5 Worst Menopause Symptoms You’ve Never Heard Of
Aging is often marked by a series of predetermined biological changes. For women, the natural process of passing through womanhood tends to come with the complexities of navigating changes that may be brought on by menopause.
Menopause Goddess Blog Honors
Many thanks to Femininity.life for naming us one of the top blogs on menopause. And check out the other meno blogs they recommend. Unlike when the original Menopause Goddess group began, there is a wealth of information out there. And it’s a good idea to get informed before the worst of it hits. Enjoy! And yay us.
The Benefits of Decluttering Your Home and Your Life After Menopause
The beginning of menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life. It’s a time of profound physical, emotional, and spiritual change. One of the most therapeutic and empowering ways to navigate this new chapter is by decluttering your home and your life after menopause. This process goes beyond mere tidying up; it’s about creating a space that reflects who you are now and who you aspire to be.
Menopause Relief and a Blast from the Past
Back in 2014 (OMG almost ten years ago), our Menopause Goddess group met in beautiful Lake Tahoe for our annual gathering. At that time, Estroven offered to donate $250 to the Avon breast cancer walk for groups who sent or posted a photo of their own Sleep Pink party....
Women’s Health and Relocation Challenges: Balancing Menopause and Moving
Navigating the complexities of balancing menopause and moving presents unique challenges, especially during a home sale during the menopause transition. This pivotal period in a woman’s life often coincides with the stress of relocating, creating a dual burden that demands attention and care. Understanding and addressing the specific needs of women’s health in this context is not just important; it’s essential. This guide offers insights and strategies to support women through these overlapping transitions, guaranteeing an easier experience in both aspects of their lives.
Top Tips for a Smooth Home Sale During the Menopause Transition
Selling your home is a complicated process, especially when you’re navigating the challenging menopause transition. But fear not! With the right strategies and a bit of self-care, you can make your home sale during this time smoother and more manageable. Stay with us as we share some valuable tips for a smooth home sale during the menopause transition.
The Role of Hormonal Changes in Addiction Relapse During Menopause
Menopause represents a natural yet often challenging phase in a woman’s life, particularly for those in recovery from addiction. This critical period is characterized by significant hormonal changes, notably impacting your well-being. A key concern during this time is the impact of hormonal changes on mental health, which can increase the risk of relapse during menopause. The goal here is to help you understand these complexities, providing support and guidance during this difficult time.
How to Manage Weight Gain and Metabolism Changes during Menopause
Menopause is a significant phase in a woman’s life, often accompanied by various physical and hormonal changes. One of the most noticeable impacts is on weight and metabolism. During this time, many women experience an increase in body fat and a decrease in metabolic rate, making weight management more challenging. In this post, we’ll discuss various strategies to help manage weight gain and metabolism changes during menopause, providing the tools to support your body through this transition.
How to Prevent Osteoporosis and Heart Disease after Menopause
Discover how to prevent osteoporosis and heart disease after menopause with this essential guide to vibrant post-menopausal health. Every woman will journey through menopause. As estrogen levels decline during this phase, two major health risks emerge: osteoporosis...
Creating a Menopause-Savvy Bedroom: Tips for Optimal Sleep and Rest
As time paints its strokes on the canvas of life, women experience a unique chapter known as menopause. This phase, inherent to every woman’s journey, encompasses both physiological and emotional changes. Amid these alterations, the quest for a good night’s sleep becomes paramount. Therefore, creating a menopause-savvy bedroom allows you to find solace, comfort, and the tranquility necessary for optimal rest.
Depression and Menopause: Recognizing the Signs and Seeking Support
This biological stage, marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, carries more than just physical transitions. As ovaries cease egg production and hormone levels fluctuate, these changes profoundly affect a woman’s mood and overall well-being. Notably, the intertwining of depression and menopause has garnered attention, as many women report heightened emotional disturbances during this phase.
How to Manage Irritability and Anger During Menopause
Emotional swings are a normal but annoying manifestation of the menopause transition. Anger can come out of nowhere and blindside you as well as unsuspecting others around you. Thankfully, Maya Flores shares invaluable advice and expert tips to help us manage irritability and anger during menopause. We can navigate menopause mood swings with these effective strategies.
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Why I started Hotflash Inc Part II
Enjoy Part Ii of Ann Marie’s inspiration and journey.
Why I started Hotflash Inc Part II
I launched the first edition of Hotflash inc in June 2020 and have not looked back. More than 175 issues of the newsletter, a podcast heading to 100 episodes, robust social media, and overall, a community of more than 30,000 women.
Hotflash Inc.: A Resource for Menopause Goddesses
When I started perimenopause, there was a dearth of information to help with the menopause journey. So Menopause Goddess Blog was born out of the collective experiences of our core group of goddesses. These days, there is plenty of information, a glut actually, (not all of it helpful) and it can be difficult to sort out what’s relevant. One of my favorite sources is Hotflash Inc, Ann Marie McQueen’s carefully curated repository of wisdom. I asked her to write her story and tell us how she came to start and continue such a helpful, heart-filled space. Her story was too long for one post, so here’s Part I - Part II will be posted next week. Enjoy!
Menopause and Sleep Issues Part II
Before I met (virtually) Talia, I didn’t know there was such a thing as a sleep coach. What a perfect idea! Sleep problems are part and parcel of the menopause transition for most women. Reclaiming our sleep can be a lifesaver. Read on for Part Ii of her informative guest blog. Enjoy.
PART II - WORKING WITH A SLEEP COACH TO OVERCOME SLEEP CHALLENGES DURING MENOPAUSE
When people experience sleep challenges, it’s often due to stress, disruptive behaviour or lifestyle habits that have been ingrained over a long period of time and then people get stuck in these negative sleep spirals. It may also be due to medical issues or nutritional or hormonal imbalances. Often it’s a combination of things.
Menopause and Sleep Issues
Sleep (or rather no sleep) is a major difficulty in perimenopause and menopause. Sleep coach Talia Shapero shares important information in this guest blog post. Enjoy Part I of II.
PART I: MENOPAUSE AND SLEEP CHALLENGES
Menopause is a significant time of major hormonal, physical and psychological change. As levels of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone decline, this can have a knock-on effect on mood, appetite, energy, sex drive, cognitive and emotional function. And then come the sleep disturbances…
The Impact of Hormonal Changes on Mental Health During Menopause
Enjoy this informative guest post from Maya Flores. Gen-Xers, this is important info for you as you approach and enter perimenopause.
Menopause, a natural phase marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, is often associated with physical changes, but its impact on mental health is equally significant. As the body undergoes hormonal shifts, women may experience many emotions and cognitive changes that can disrupt their overall well-being. Let’s learn all about the impact of hormonal changes on mental health during menopause and explore effective coping mechanisms to navigate this transformative journey.
Research Study Opportunity: Estrogen Cognition Project
How important is estrogen for memory across women’s lives? How do ovaries, estrogen and the brain affect each other? To answer these questions, a Canadian study wants to compare cognition in four groups of women: young women with ovaries, young women post ovarian removal, (on hormone therapy or not), and menopausal women. Finally, someone is taking brain fog seriously. The point of the study is to provide information to women considering ovary removal of possible outcomes so an informed decision can be made.
An Open Letter to Gen X Women: Menopause is Coming
Some of you may have already begun perimenopause, that beginning of the menopause transition where hormones peak and dive like a freaking roller coaster.
5 Lesser-Known Symptoms of Menopause
5 Lesser-Known Symptoms of Menopause
Hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, and brain fog—we must be talking about menopause! These are among the most common symptoms that affect women during this transitional time of life.
Yet that’s far from where the story ends. In fact, there are over 100 symptoms of menopause based on our research
From Night Sweats to Restful Sleep: The Story Behind CoolYourSweats
As a person who has suffered from night sweats, I know how disruptive it can be to wake up drenched in sweat and unable to get back to sleep. Every morning I woke up clammy and exhausted. I tried many different types of sleepwear, but nothing seemed to work. That’s why I decided to start my own company, CoolYourSweats, to create sleepwear specifically designed to help people like me get a good night’s sleep.
Those Pesky Hot Flashes!
Those pesky hot flashes. You hate them. We hate them. But now a new natural, holistic supplement company known as Rebalance Health may offer up some long-awaited help in the form of hot flash relief.
Menopause: Help for Vaginal Dryness and Low Libido
Vaginal dryness afflicts the majority of menopause goddesses. Along with loss of libido. These symptoms can really interfere with intimacy. And as I have mentioned repeatedly orgasm is important for general genitourinary health.
The kind folks at Morgasm sent me a couple samples of their terrific products to try and color me impressed. I asked them to tell us more in their own words
Comfortable Lingerie for Menopause Goddesses
The very first thing I do when I get home from shopping (or anything) is take off my bra. Then I take a deep breath, having been released from this constricting torment.
If you follow this blog, you likely know that I have been on a continual quest to find comfortable underwear, especially bras.
Sex - A Pathway to a Healthier Life Overall
Our friends at Healthline have a new article detailing the many ways that sex can be a literal lifeline. From heart health to stress reduction, sex can lead to a healthier you. Read more here: Surprising Facts About Sex
Menopause Energy Bossa Bars Have a New Flavor!
I love love love Bossa Bars. Full of healthy and TASTY all-natural ingredients like maca, kale, pea protein. I’ve actually just finished a Toasted Vanilla Almond one. And of course, I’m a huge fan of Double Decadent Chocolate.
Now, drum roll please, Bossa Bars is launching a new flavor: Blueberry Lemon.
5 Top Hormone Balancing Tips For Menopause
Loosely defined as starting after a woman hasn't had a period for at least 12 months, menopause affects everyone at different rates and ages but typically begins at around age 51. Many people have a lot of questions about this time, such as "are hormones high or low...
Hot Flash Relief without Hormones May Be Coming
Hot flashes. They're one of the worst symptoms of the Big M. And they can last for years. It's not fair, but there you have it. Hot flashes or flushes are due to a malfunction in the hypothalamus, the temperature-regulating center of the brain. That's been known for...
Create Your Own Menopause Goddess Group Now
Here’s how you can create your own Menopause Goddess group - it was the single most important modality for getting us through the Big M menopause transition. You don’t have to start from scratch - click on the pdf below to find out how to begin. Women sharing wisdom - that’s what it’s all about. Stay cool.
Have a Stress-less Holiday
Menopause and Christmas can combine to produce exponential amounts of stress. For many of us, this Christmas will be the first “normal” one since the pandemic. So it’s even more important that we focus on friends and family rather than stress out over holiday prep. Here at Menopause Goddess Blog, we have a few ideas for more ease and less pressure this holiday season.
Romanticize Your Life
Romanticizing Your Life - Put simply, it’s like a real-time gratitude journal. Noticing small, everyday things and seeing the wondrous moments, things, or beings in our lives. It’s taking time to feel the blessing of a cup of coffee or tea, of the breeze blowing, or the snowflakes floating down.
Trim Down Your Fat Cells - Size Matters
We’ve all heard of healthy people who are large and unhealthy folks who are slim. But how to tell? And how can we be healthy, regardless of our actual weight?
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Menopause
Everything you ever wanted to know about menopause - is likely already on this blog! Put your symptom or area of concern in our Search box located on the right side of the home page and all posts related to that topic will come up. Want to know about hot flashes? Oodles of posts. Concerned about vaginal dryness? Lots of info. And plenty of posts on less known symptoms such as brain fog and anxiety.
What’s Needed (and not) for the Post-Menopausal Journey
We recently took our first trip to the mainland to see family in two and a half years. Wow. So wonderful to reconnect. However, in that two and a half years, I had forgotten how and what to pack. There is so much stuff I need post-menopause just for maintenance. But then I started to muse on what I no longer need now that I am officially post-menopausal. And the list is pretty long.
Menopause and Your Brain
Menopause messes with just about everything, including your mental acuity. Many goddesses report “brain fog” and being unable to think - including yours truly. Thankfully the worst of it only lasts a year or two. That said, as we age, we need to exercise our brain to keep it reasonably sharp.
Take A Bath - In The Forest
Hello Menopause Goddesses. Sorry for the radio silence but I’ve been traveling for the first time in 2.5 years - and wow. Just wow.
Seeing friends, kids, and grandkids has just been rejuvenating. No, the pandemic isn’t over but I still feel like I’ve been freed from confinement.
Menopause and quarantine do not go together well, so stop a moment and congratulate yourselves on coming through this challenging time as well as you have.
Fountain of Youth for this Menopause Goddess
Okay, well maybe I haven’t discovered the Fountain of Youth but I do feel younger. No, it’s not a new skin cream or makeup or facial toning exercise. It’s my eyes. My cataract surgery was a total success and I can now see far away, middle distance and close up.
4 Tips for Increasing Sexual Pleasure During Menopause
For women in their late 40s and early 50s, hot flashes, weight gain, and mood swings may become a common occurrence. In addition, as a result of the end of your menstrual cycle and childbearing years, menopause may also impact your sex life.
While this may seem like your sex life is coming to an end, there are ways to have safe, fun, and pleasurable sex no matter your age. Follow along to learn more about improving your sex life after menopause.
Climacteria - A Movie About the Menopause Journey and More
I am so excited to share with you all a new project - Climacteria is a film project addressing just those themes with a scifi bent. The film is half-finished - a crowdfunding drive is being conducted to finish the movie and I am delighted to contribute and share. One caveat: this is not your mother’s menopause.
Why Women Should Support Other Women During Their Menopause Journey
Are you going through the anxiously anticipated journey of menopause? If you are, remember that you are not alone and you have so much support behind you! Whether you have friends or family members that have been through it before or a supportive significant other, you have so many resources you can rely on. Your support group is there to help you prepare for the journey and go through it with you.
The Best Little Health Tracker Ever
A while ago, I wrote about a health and fitness wearable that looks like a pretty bracelet - the Bellabeat Ivy. Right now, the Ivy is on sale for $50 off with code APRIL 50 - offer good while supplies last. Check it out on the Bellabeat website here.
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