Perimenopause

Perimenopause: Some Things We Need To Evaluate

There is a whole list of things we need to evaluate so we can thrive in perimenopause, but before you get overwhelmed know that you don’t have to tackle everything at once. Some things will already be just as they need to be and others will need tweaks or changes. You’ll also be happy…

Seasonal Nutrition for Perimenopause

My approach to perimenopause is through the lens of seasonal living, whether it is seasonal eating, nutrition, herbs, meditation/Reiki or holistic self care, it is based around what is good for you depending on the season we are currently in. I address your main concerns with this in mind. As women we are cyclical beings,…

Perimenopause Quick Tips

Quick holistic wellness tips. These are things we can easily do daily any time of our life and especially during perimenopause. 1. Stay hydrated, I know I say this a lot. I can’t stress enough how important it is to stay hydrated. Aim for 1/2 your weight in ounces daily. Also think about all…

When it comes to perimenopause it’s best to set the stage to thrive before you enter this natural life phase or just as it’s starting. You may not think it matters much, but how you prepare your body, mind and spirit for it, the more likely the transition to menopause will be easier. Trust me,…

Join the Perimenopause Conversation

Perimenopause is a journey that doesn’t get talked about enough, it’s time to join the conversation. What have been your biggest peri symptoms? What has this journey been like for you? When did you start on this perimenopause journey? For me at 43, I’d have to say the last year or two is when I…

Vaginal Atrophy in Perimenopause

Vaginal atrophy (VA) is something that can happen during perimenopause and can be quite painful. Also know as Vulvo-vaginal Atrophy (VVA), because it includes the vulva and the vaginal lining. What is VA? Simply put it’s the thinning of the vaginal wall and tissues of the vulva due to low estrogen levels, causing it to…

Welcome December, Self Care Tips For The Holiday Season

Anyone else can’t believe it’s December already? This month is known for many celebrations with holidays and parties filling the month. This is also a time where people throw out a lot of their health building habits. I want to talk about self care and how it is even more crucial this time of year….

Symptoms of Perimenopause

Symptoms are the language of the body, they are our body communicating with us to let us know something is going on. There are many symptoms associated with perimenopause and when you read them you might think this is going to be the worst time ever. Not everyone experiences all symptoms, some have many, some…

What is Perimenopause?

What is perimenopause? According to Webster’s dictionary perimenopause is defined as: “the period around the onset of menopause that is often marked by various physical signs (such as hot flashes and menstrual irregularity)”. Mayo Clinic states, “Perimenopause means “around menopause” and refers to the time during which your body makes the natural transition to menopause, marking…

You Deserve To Feel Amazing During Perimenopause!

I want to talk a little bit about mindset today. Mindset plays a huge role in how we go through this journey of perimenopause. Trying to stay positive and look for the light in dark times can help when we are having mood swings from hormonal fluctuations, but I want to talk about our worth…