Body positivity at 40
Improving your self-image in the age of perimenopause Many of us in our late 30s to early 40s can be harsh critics of our own bodies. How many times have you looked at a photo that’s taken of you today and you’re horrified by how you look. “There is no way you’re posting that!” Isn’t […]
“It’s Gettin’ Hot In Herre”
“It’s gettin’ hot in herre.” I used to love that song. Unfortunately, that song has become my nightly mantra. But it’s not ‘herre’ on the dance floor, it’s here in my bedroom. I’m getting hot and uncomfortable. And I can’t sleep! I wake up in the middle of the night absolutely drenched in sweat. The […]
The Menopause Talk
The menopause talk Imagine your body is changing. And you don’t feel like you’re allowed to talk about it. And a lot of other people are going through the same exact thing, except they’re not talking about it either. It feels like everyone has agreed that we’re not discussing this. That, for some reason, the […]
The Challenges of Perimenopausal Motherhood
As moms, we’ve all likely discussed our reproductive health with our partners, our doctors, our baby group, and some of our friends. But what was probably left out of a lot of those conversations is perimenopause. And the challenges of perimenopausal motherhood. Perimenopause is the transitional period before menopause, and it can bring a variety […]
Micro Acts of Self-Care
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately, then this is the blog for you. We’re here to tell you about how some really small and simple tricks can help turn things around for you. So settle in, and listen up as we dive into micro acts of self-care. The thing about perimenopause (and menopause) is that […]
The Perimenopause Stress Spiral
Our take on Stress Awareness Month April is Stress Awareness Month in Canada. For over 25 years, these 30 days have been dedicated to educating the public on how to better manage stress throughout our lives. But post-pandemic, stress has unfortunately risen to levels that most of us are all too familiar with. The perimenopause […]
