The Estrogen Question is a useful tool to help you make up your mind about whether HRT is right for you. We’ll joke about our hot flush days, And laugh about our memory haze. We’ll dance like no one’s watching us, And take it all in without a fuss.

She covers those all-important years in the build-up to menopause (the moment 12 months after your final period), helping you manage your symptoms. And things can get bad during menopause. Don’t get me wrong. Suffering from night sweats and brain farts, and hair growth is bad. Gaining weight around the middle isn’t pretty. Experiencing anxiety and depression is painful. Menopause is a natural biological process that signals the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It can cause many symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, difficulty sleeping, vaginal dryness, and mood swings – just to name a few! It includes instructions for preparing the herbs, and recipes for heart and bone health, too. But it also has a more spiritual dimension. Our mothers were largely silent about what happened to them as they passed through this midlife change. But a new generation of women has already started to break the wall of silence. – Trisha PosneI wouldn’t mind these hot flashes so much if they would just burn a little fat off my butt and thighs in the process. — Unknown Menopause: the phase of transition in every woman’s life. It is an invitation to start something new; even amidst the uncertainty and discomfort, it’s a time of new beginnings. – Dr. Anisha Potdar So menopause, it may seem tough, But with love and laughter, it’s not enough, To break the bond between us, and stuff, We’ll face it together, and say “enough”. A woman’s perogative

If you’re a woman going through menopause, you’ll be able to relate to my stories and understand them completely. It provides balanced information about the treatment, plus it explains all about the role of hormones and how they work in different areas of your body. Buy The Slow Moon Climbs: The Science, History, and Meaning of Menopause here 5. Perimenopause: The Savvy Sister’s Guide to Hormone Harmony by Dr. Anna Garrett (2019) Hot flashes come and go like waves, Our bodies flush, our cheeks ablaze, But think of all the money saved, No need for heat, our bodies are pre-paved. I call the Change of Life ‘Orchids’ because menopause is such an ugly word. It’s got men in it for godsakes. – Lisa Jey Davis

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Mood swings can leave us feeling low, but let’s not let our emotions show. We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, we’ll put on a show, and entertain our friends like a pro. We might not all experience the same symptoms but the struggle is just as real no matter if you speak English, French, Portuguese, or some other language.

When I wrote the book, I actually laughed as I wrote it. I couldn’t stop. I giggled at how silly I was. I roared with laughter because I was such a fool at the time, and didn’t understand what was happening to my own body. Buy New Menopausal Years: The Wise Woman Way, Alternative Approaches for Women 30–90 here 9. Dear Menopause, I Do Not Fear You! A Modern Woman’s Guide to Thriving Through Midlife by Soma Mandal, MD (2019)

Do not become alarmed when you experience yourself in totally new ways,” sighs Grandmother Growth tenderly. “You are changing, getting ready to be initiated into the third stage of your life. Are you ready for the ride of your life? – Susun Weed, author of Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way Laugh at yourself, and find humor in your menopause journey. That’s what I did. I refuse to feel sorry for myself. I refuse to make my symptoms worse by complaining about them.