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Essentials
Must-Read Menopause Books To Boost Your Knowledge This Winter
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Postmenopausal: What it Means & What Changes
Postmenopause can be defined by dissecting the word itself. The Latin word “post” means “after”, thus it means literally “after menopause”. It is not necessarily an event, but rather a time frame. Being postmenopausal inhabits a block of time in menopause...
A Quick Guide to Menopause Headaches
Migraines are no fun at any age, but they can be especially troublesome during the perimenopausal transition to menopause, making them an unwelcome addition to an already challenging time in a woman's life. If you're struggling to keep your peri menopause headaches...
Cramping But No Period During Perimenopause
It's the age-old question: Why does my body hate me? For perimenopausal women, it can feel like our bodies are betraying us. Cramping but no period for months, occasional spotting, then suddenly we're plagued with cramps but no release. It's enough to drive a woman...
Essentials
Can late pregnancy cause early menopause?
The age at which a woman goes through menopause has an impact on her risk of disease and quality of life. Women who go through menopause early are at an increased risk for a variety of health issues, including osteoporosis, dementia, and heart disease. It’s best for...
The Best Way to Manage Annoying Bloating and Gas During Perimenopause
By Lemetria Whitehurst RN Are your pants feeling just a little bit too tight? You've been trying to stick to your diet and exercise routine, but somehow it seems that no matter what you do, the waistband of your favorite jeans is just getting tighter. If this sounds...
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Brain Fog – 8 Ways To Improve It
What is brain fog? It is exactly like it sounds - it is a condition where you feel like you are trying to think through clouds. Brain fog symptoms include cognitive changes. For example, brain fog causes trouble remembering things, difficulty concentrating, trouble...
Perimenopause Brain Fog: Here’s The Real Deal
Do you ever feel like you can’t put it all together? Or perhaps you worry that your memory is failing? You are not alone, Babe. More than 60% of women in midlife report they experience undesirable changes in their memory and cognition. Some women even worry they have...
What You Should Know About Antidepressants & Perimenopause
Depression is a common symptom experienced by women in perimenopause. And while there is little scientific evidence suggesting that perimenopause causes depression, doctors and scientists alike are well-aware that hormonal imbalance can cause depression in women. Even...
Mental Health
Postpartum and Perimenopause Depression – What is the connection?
Changes in mood are common during perimenopause. Studies have found that the risk of perimenopause depression is two to five times greater than during a woman’s premenopausal years. Depression can have a huge impact on a woman’s quality of life. Postpartum depression...
Brain Fog – My brain Feels Out of Order
If you feel like some of the information you receive goes in one ear and out the other or describe your brain as “out to lunch” from time to time, you may have “brain fog”. Some examples of menopause brain fog in daily life could include: reading a few paragraphs and...
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Spotting But No Period: What Does It Mean?
By Lemetria Whitehurst RN Periods. Let's admit we have a love/hate relationship with them. For some it is a good reassurance that everything is according to plan. For others an unnecessary visitor every month. With perimenopause your period can become more irregular....
Formication (Crawling Skin) During Perimenopause
By Lemetria Whitehurst RN If you’re a perimenopausal woman in the throes of this often perplexing time, then you may have no doubt experienced some weird sensations. However, if you find yourself dealing with unpleasant crawling and itching sensations, you may be...
The Best Way to Manage Annoying Bloating and Gas During Perimenopause
By Lemetria Whitehurst RN Are your pants feeling just a little bit too tight? You've been trying to stick to your diet and exercise routine, but somehow it seems that no matter what you do, the waistband of your favorite jeans is just getting tighter. If this sounds...
Symptoms
Dry Skin in Perimenopause – Why and What You Can Do!
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can lead to a number of changes in the skin, including dryness, flakiness, and itchiness. In this article, we will explore the relationship between dry skin and perimenopause, as well as ways to manage...
What Causes Heart Palpitations During Perimenopause?
Medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD During perimenopause (the period leading up to menopause), it’s common for women to experience a variety of symptoms. Among the most concerning to many women is heart palpitations in perimenopause. This is the sensation that...
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The Four Best Sleep Aids For Menopause
Many women struggle to get a good night’s rest when they are in perimenopause and menopause. Between fluctuating hormones and general changes that occur in all of us in middle age, our sleep can be compromised. Let's take a look at the best sleep aids for menopause....
How long does melatonin last?
Many women in perimenopause struggle to fall asleep. In fact, insomnia is one of the 34 symptoms of perimenopause. Women turn to a variety of lifestyle changes and sleep aids to try to get a good night’s rest. Indeed, we all know that poor sleep quality (and...
Perimenopause and Fatigue – Why Am I So (f*cking) Tired?
Feeling like you never get enough rest at night? Do you feel like your brain is foggy and you are just plain exhausted as you try to go about your daily obligations? You are not alone. Perimenopause fatigue is a very common symptom and it is frustrating as hell. There...
Sleep
Menopause Fatigue Treatment: 5 Tips To Combat Fatigue in Menopause
Let’s be honest. Between the unpredictable rollercoaster of your female hormones as well as the natural changes in your sleep cycle as you age, fatigue seems to be the name of the game during perimenopause. Here are five tips to combat fatigue in menopause. 1....
The Four Best Sleep Aids For Menopause
Many women struggle to get a good night’s rest when they are in perimenopause and menopause. Between fluctuating hormones and general changes that occur in all of us in middle age, our sleep can be compromised. Let's take a look at the best sleep aids for menopause....
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Most Important Supplements During Perimenopause
In our expert Q&A with Suzie Welsh - founder of Binto and a women's health and fertility nurse - we finally get the answers to our most pressing supplements questions. 1. What are the most important supplements during perimenopause? The most important supplements...
Taking Vitamin E For Menopause Symptom Relief
Menopause is a life change that all women go through at some point in their lives. Women reach menopause naturally or because of certain medical treatments. No matter how you arrive at menopause, most women encounter various symptoms along the way. These symptoms can...
Magnesium For Menopause
Many women seek out natural remedies to help treat their menopause symptoms. Magnesium has become a popular natural remedy that women use to treat some of the unpleasant symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. If you are struggling with sleep, mood instability, and...
Well-Being
Dry Skin in Perimenopause – Why and What You Can Do!
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can lead to a number of changes in the skin, including dryness, flakiness, and itchiness. In this article, we will explore the relationship between dry skin and perimenopause, as well as ways to manage...
8 Natural Remedies for Vaginal Dryness
Low levels of estrogen usually cause vaginal dryness. Thus, women in menopause struggle with vaginal dryness once their estrogen levels decline. As you can imagine, or already know too well, this symptom can be uncomfortable and can interfere with physical activity...
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Why Is Bruising Easily So Prevalent In Women?
Some people are just more prone to bruising. However, being female increases your risk of bruising easily. And it also worsens as we get older. Yet, there are so many other factors that can cause those unsightly skin discolorations. Let’s explore the causes of...
Can Hot Flashes Be A Sign of Heart Problems?
Hot flashes are perhaps the most infamous menopause symptom. Indeed, most people think of hot flashes when they hear anything pertaining to menopause. While we are comfortable with the association between menopause and hot flashes, it is crucial to know that other...
Is Stopping Estradiol Cold Turkey Safe?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is an effective solution for treating some of the most troublesome menopause symptoms. Whether you struggle with hot flashes, mood swings, vaginal dryness, low libido, bloating, or all of the above, HRT can help you sail through your...
Medical
What Causes Heart Palpitations During Perimenopause?
Medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD During perimenopause (the period leading up to menopause), it’s common for women to experience a variety of symptoms. Among the most concerning to many women is heart palpitations in perimenopause. This is the sensation that...
What Is A Hysterectomy – Your Top Questions Answered
Body Changes after Hysterectomy? The Questions You're Too Embarrassed To Ask If you're considering a hysterectomy but don't know what to expect, this article will give you the key facts. It's no secret that our bodies change as we age. But what happens after a...
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Some Foggy Thoughts on Brain Fog, ADD and Maybe A Little….Forget it, I Can’t Remember
I’ve spent the last couple of weeks feeling especially disconnected. Not sad or blue, although that can happen too. It’s more like I just can’t seem to “plug in.” I lack focus. I wonder if I have ADD (which I know many women are diagnosed with in their middle years)....
Peri and Pinot Don’t Mix?!
We connected with the lovely Rachel, who has offered incredible insight into some unexpected changes when she entered peri. Read on, friends! Have any of you Perry beauties out there found that when your evening partakes in a little vino, or whatever strikes your...
My PMS Is On Steroids
Once upon a time lived a reasonable woman, let’s call her, oh, I don’t know…Rachel….with a sound head on her shoulders, a positive outlook on life and all those who inhabit that life. Rachel especially liked her husband who made her laugh frequently and she set about...
Real Voices
My Boss Didn’t Believe In Menopause
Tell us a bit about yourself and the fabulous Rants & Big Pants community. We’re Neens, DB, Janey & Co Like all families, we are opposites in every way and that’s why we have lasted as long as we have. Our little gang of 3 (small in number, big in noise) has...
I can’t believe how many women have not even heard of the word perimenopause
Tell us a bit about yourself and the Hot Flashes & Cool Topics Podcast My name is Colleen Rosenblum and I am a wife (married to my high school sweetheart), mom of 2 adult daughters and a podcaster. I started my professional career as an attorney and then...
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How To Treat Perimenopause Rosacea
Perimenopause can affect every organ system in your body, and your skin is certainly not an exception. Between hormonal acne, skin discoloration, changes in hair growth and distribution, and rosacea, all is fair game when it comes to perimenopause. Let’s focus on...
Menopause and Hair Loss: Here is What You Can Expect
If menopause has you hating on your estrogen (or lack thereof), we hear you. As if hot flashes, a lazy metabolism, and sleep troubles weren’t enough, changes in your hair can set you over the edge. As it would be, the drop in estrogen and progesterone can have a...
What Is Fascia, and What Does It Have to Do with Menopause?
Ask a woman over the age of 45 about her main skin concerns, and she’s likely to name wrinkles, discoloration and skin sagging. While the ideal course of action for improving these age-related issues (that are intrinsically connected to the decline of estrogen...
Beauty
Best Shampoo For Dry Scalp
Are you frequently scratching your head? Or do you avoid wearing dark colors for fear of white flakes dusting your shoulders? Having a dry scalp is normal all throughout life, but menopause can increase your risk for dry scalp and even hair thinning. Let’s take a look...
My Perimenopause Survival Kit – Beauty Edition
Hey everyone! My friends at perry have asked me to come up with my beauty must-haves for perimenopause. This was kind of rough, to come up with a list that can apply to a list of different people, because everybody has a different experience. But I think...
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7 Hot Flash Cooling Products To Try
Hot flashes are an extremely disruptive symptom for many women in perimenopause. While simultaneously uncomfortable and hard to conceal, this symptom is one of the most common of this life change. We don't fully know why hot flashes occur, but changing hormone levels...
Everything You Need to Know About Estroven Products
Estrogen is a well-known supplement brand that helps women in menopause. It has been on the market for over 20 years and has developed several menopause supplement products targeting specific symptoms. Why you might need a menopause supplement Menopause is a...
Using an antidepressant for hot flashes?
Yes, it may sound obscure, but some providers may prescribe an antidepressant to provide a non-hormonal option for managing those pesky hot flashes. Here’s everything you need to know about using an antidepressant for hot flashes. Why are hot flashes such a problem in...
Treatments
How does the new drug Veozah for hot flashes work?
medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD What you should know about the new non-hormonal medication Veozah for hot flashes It’s very common to experience a variety of symptoms during the menopausal transition. One of the most common types are what doctors call...
Can An IUD Help With Menopause Symptoms?
Women in menopause struggle with a slew of symptoms that can reduce their quality of life. These symptoms are from hormonal changes that occur with declining ovarian function. Some women scrape by with only a few symptoms, whereas many women struggle throughout...
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Scrumptious Perimenopause Recipes To Give You A Boost
Our diet plays a key role in our physical wellbeing. As we go through the different seasons in life, our bodies require various amounts of certain key nutrients for optimal functioning. The food we eat can have a profound impact on perimenopause symptoms as well. Here...
How To Treat Estrogen Dominance Through Diet And Lifestyle
If you find you are struggling with estrogen dominance, modifying your diet can be an effective option for lowering circulating estrogen in your body. A diet that is comprised of whole foods and is rich in fiber, natural probiotics, and healthy fats can do wonders for...
The Heavy Truth About Weight Gain in Perimenopause
Okay, you may have noticed that pants may be fitting a little tighter in the thighs and waist and perhaps shirts are fitting more snug on your arms. Maybe you have stood naked in front of a full-length mirror and determined that your body isn’t looking quite like it...
Food & Fitness
Fresh Tips On How To Control Perimenopause Weight Gain
With the start of a new year and new decade just around the corner, it is time to start setting fresh, attainable goals. Achieving a desirable weight is one of the most sought after new year’s goals. Feeling good in your own skin boosts your confidence and self-image....
What Not To Eat If You Have Osteoporosis
Most of us are well aware of the foods that help make our bones strong. These foods are rich in calcium, vitamin D, potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and vitamin K. Foods that have higher levels of these nutrients include canned sardines, leafy green vegetables, and...
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6 Tips for Choosing the Best Natural Lubricant
Nothing can kill a moment, any moment, like vaginal dryness. Whether you are getting busy between the sheets or just going about your day-to-day tasks, dryness can cause itching, irritation, burning, and generalized discomfort. While personal lubricant is most often...
Menopause Destroyed My Marriage: How Relationships Change
If only our vows went like this: “In sickness and in health, for richer or poorer, in good times and in bad, and in menopause…” The reality is, divorce rates are rising in the United States, and there are so many different factors that cause couples to go their...
Best Lubricant For Menopause Dryness
Vaginal dryness is one of the hallmark symptoms of menopause. While it is expected, it certainly is uncomfortable and can make intercourse challenging. Indeed, many women also experience a decrease in libido with menopause which can make intercourse more unappealing...
Sex
Can late pregnancy cause early menopause?
The age at which a woman goes through menopause has an impact on her risk of disease and quality of life. Women who go through menopause early are at an increased risk for a variety of health issues, including osteoporosis, dementia, and heart disease. It’s best for...
8 Natural Remedies for Vaginal Dryness
Low levels of estrogen usually cause vaginal dryness. Thus, women in menopause struggle with vaginal dryness once their estrogen levels decline. As you can imagine, or already know too well, this symptom can be uncomfortable and can interfere with physical activity...