I am very embarrassed to share this story for a few reasons. I wasn’t actually even going to share it but there are some lessons to be learnt so I here we go. I have shared quite a bit about my struggles over the last few years with my weight. It all started about 4…
A while ago I posted about a hiking group Eve and I wanted to join. They have hikes every weekend but the dates and venues weren’t working out for us. Then they posted one for this past Sunday. I was hesitant because I knew Eve wouldn’t be able to make it and it was about…
I am not one of those women who embrace their periods. I hate it! I have had it for 30 years and I still absolutely hate those 3-5 days a month. I have been very lucky in that I have it easy – I am regular, when I do have cramps they are short lived…
Let’s talk about something that might make you roll your eyes – fibre. I know, I know, not the sexiest topic, but trust me, this humble nutrient is about to become your new BFF during this hormonal rollercoaster we call perimenopause. First up, let’s drop some truth bombs: Research shows that women in perimenopause need…
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,…
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 –…
If you had asked me 10 years what I knew about menopause, I would have simply said “hot flashes and no more babies”. How innocent and naive I was! This is such a complex time of a women’s live, regardless of the severity of your symptoms. I have done so much reading on this stage…
The Menopause Brain by Lisa Mosconi was the first book I read about menopause and I am so glad I started with this one. I first heard about her on this podcast. She sums up the info in her book nicely in this podcast, when the host isn’t interrupting her, but the book has so…
I have been fairly active my whole life. I did a few sports until matric. I had had gym memberships fairly consistently over the years and when we cut it from our budget I did yoga at home a few times a week. Having always struggled with my weight and with my hip issues I…
Why are we being gaslit into believing that weight gain is not a symptom of menopause.
