There’s sick leave, menstrual leave (not in the USA), and maternity leave. But have you ever heard about menopause leave? Well, it’s legal in some countries and gaining traction in others. Of course, the next question is, who’s offering it? As you know, the U.S. is slow or perhaps reluctant to get on the ball […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible The menopause conversations have been heating up. No pun intended. Did you see the menopause ad during the Super Bowl? Whether you like it or not, you have to agree more and more people are openly sharing their menopausal experiences and seeking support from peer communities. And more and […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible Finally! I’m back on the podcasting scene; this time, it’s a menopausal pod. It’s been a long time coming. So yeah! There were many hiccups, but I chose to lean into the high-vibrational stuff that was working, and guess what? Everything else worked out. It’s recorded and posted. My […]

As (peri)menopause sets in and changes to your body begin, it’s essential to optimize your lifestyle, including sustenance. What worked before in your twenties, thirties, and early forties, may not work now that you’re in the throws of perimenopause or post-menopause. Let’s face it. People change, and tons of changes occur during the menopausal phase. […]

There’s no doubt that the menopausal process can take a toll on your sleep routine, with night sweats sometimes making it difficult to get consistent and quality sleep. Trust me. I know all too well how a night sweat can wake you out of peaceful slumber. Though I’m in post-menopause now, it still happens. Albeit, […]

There’s no doubt that menopause symptoms affect people in different ways. Some people experience severe symptoms, some experience mild symptoms, and some experience no symptoms. For those who experience mild to severe symptoms, the challenge is often finding the right treatments to alleviate their discomfort. While some opt to go the plant-based route, others prefer […]

On November 23rd, 2022, I celebrated My MENOVERSARY!! My menopause anniversary. I couldn’t think of a better portmanteau. A new iteration of myself has been unfolding for twelve years. November 23rd, marked twelve months (one year) since I had my last period. That meant I was officially in MENOPAUSE (I’m now post-menopause), an experience and […]

I often get asked by women, “How do I know if I’m in menopause – perimenopause or post-menopause?” The word menopause is oftentimes used loosely to refer to the entire menopause experience. But I’m sure by now you know that the entire process occurs in stages. Namely, perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Together they make the […]

I know you know that there is more to thriving during (peri)menopause than eating well, moving your body, taking supplements, and slapping potions and lotions on your skin. I began experiencing perimenopause twelve years ago, at thirty-eight, and I’m currently counting down to the anniversary of my last period, which means I’ll officially be in […]