I just had my 1st appointment today with a clinic to re-establish care (haven’t been seen by them in a few years) before I could see the menopause specialist. I was just expecting to do a basic visit and not get a chance to talk much about my symptoms or anything. Well… the NP I saw was so awesome and had even prepared before my appointment by talking to the specialist, got info on the labs she orders, had my blood drawn and wrote a prescription for me for progesterone per the specialist’s recommendation! I’m just blown away and so relieved! I will still make an appointment with the specialist to talk about my labs and see what direction I need to take going forward. I’m very blessed to have an amazing community online through my local clinic that I was able to ask for recommendations. Turns out my clinic has a specialist! I cannot express what a relief today has been. So please, please don’t give up and don’t be afraid to ask friends and family for recommendations in your area. Use Facebook to crowdsource for info!

Hey ladies! I’m 42, homeschooling mom of three. I’m finding it so difficult lately with the brain fog, sometimes emotional numbness, sometimes rage, anxiety, being on edge, and crying at the drop of a hat, being absolutely convinced everyone hates me and I’m just the stupidest person in the world, can’t do anything right… It’s almost always the worst a few days before my period but it can sometimes come at any point in my cycle. It can be so debilitating. 😢 And then it’s like a switch is flipped when my period is halfway done or mostly done and I’m fine. Then I’m left wondering, “What the heck was I so upset about a few days ago?!” I definitely get a lot of the other physical symptoms as well but the emotional rollercoaster is the worst part of it for me. I have an appointment to meet with a hormone specialist next week. I’m so hopeful but kind of terrified they won’t think I need any BHRT.

Hey everyone! 👋 Drop your best perimenopause/menopause tips and hacks in the comments so we can all help each other out!💛 Sharing your experiences and what’s worked for you can make a big difference for someone just starting their journey!

Hi gals!!! The winter months are upon us, and the days are getting shorter and shorter. And this can be a real issue for those of us in perimenopause or menopause that are already struggling with insomnia. 🥹😵‍💫 I wanted to share a few quick tips that you can use to help regulate your circadian rhythm to help combat against seasonal depression and insomnia! 🙌🏻 1️⃣ Reduce blue light exposure before bed! Ideally you would want to limit screen time before bed, but if you are going to be scrolling on your phone, make sure that your phone is turned on night shift mode to reduce blue light exposure. If you are watching TV or using your computer before bed, you can also use blue light blocking glasses. 2️⃣ Light Therapy! ☀️ Sunlight plays an extremely important role in circadian regulation, but this is challenging when it is dark outside when we wake up in the morning. You can use Light Therapy to mimic natural light and help regulate your circadian rhythm for the day. I personally use a Happy Light. You don’t need to stare into the light, just sit within 1-2 feet of the light for 15-20 minutes within an hour of waking. I point mine at me when I’m doing my makeup! 3️⃣ 400mg Magnesium Glycinate + 200mg L-theanine I loveeee this supplement combo for better sleep. And it’s great for women in perimenopause & menopause because it can actually lower cortisol levels (which is what we want at nighttime). This combo can lower cortisol, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality! 👏🏻 What are some of your favorite hacks for combating seasonal depression and improving sleep quality? 😴

Have you noticed any foods that help or worsen your hormone symptoms? Share your favorite meals, snacks, or tips for balancing hormones through food! 🥙🌯🍓