Have any of you beautiful ladies ever experienced heart palpitations? I get them ALL of the time, and it is SCARY!😵😩 In fact, in September i was sent to the E.R. where i spent 9 hours getting testing done from ECG's to 2 blood tests, an MRI fo my brain and x-rays of my lungs. Everything came back as healthy, and although it was a peace of mind- i STILL get them often, and am BAFFLED that none of the doctors or nurses linked any of it to perimenopause or menopause, when i in fact knew it is linked in SO many woman.... Perimenopause heart palpitations are feelings of a racing, fluttering, or pounding in your heart, caused by fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels that affect the heart's electrical signals. There were numerous times i thought i was going to have a heart attack, and twice almost fell over in the shower, once even unable to hold my razor and it literally fell from my left hand. While usually harmless and manageable with lifestyle changes (less caffeine/alcohol, stress reduction, exercise), they feel SO scary, so it's 100000% crucial to see a doctor to rule out underlying heart issues. Some management & lifestyle tips to reduce this common symptom of perimenopause: ❤️‍🔥Reduce the triggers: Cut back on caffeine, alcohol, chocolate (noooo😩), spicy foods (noooo😩), and nicotine. ❤️‍🔥Stress management: Practice relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing, walking in fresh air, whatever "calms" you. ❤️‍🔥Stay hydrated and eat well : Prevent blood sugar dips by eating balanced meals. ❤️‍🔥Regular Exercise: maintain a consistent fitness routine. ❤️‍🔥Hormone therapy: Discuss Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) with your doctor as a potential option, if you are open to it. Let me know in the comments below if this has happened to you. I hope not!!! Love you all!💜

Did you know that menopause is just ONE day?!🤯 Yup.... menopause occurs when you have officially gone 365 days with no period!! You can not have one for 11 months and then ... there she is!!! You're not done yet!!! Everything "menopause" before that is perimenopause (usually starting between age 35- to mid to late 40's) and can last up to ten years... And then every day for the REST OF YOUR LIFE after you've gone 365 days without - is post menopause! Post menopause "symptoms" can also last for a decade or more, and can be a breeze for some- and for others symptoms can increase in severity before tapering off. During this period of post menopause , risks of chronic disease such as cancer or cardiovascular disease go up big time. 🫠 This is because estrogen and progesterone protect us women when we are younger against many of these diseases, and when estrogen and progesterone go down permanently after menopause, so does the protection they provide. Post menopause then, is a CRUCIAL time for building and maintaining healthy behaviors , as there's now much less of a " get of of jail free" card protecting us from diseases. Adopting important things into your lifestyle like weight training ( and i mean lifting HEAVY!) Eating clean, non processed foods, eating your target weight in protein, staying hydrated, prioritizing your sleep, and learning to control and manage stress are literally CRUCIAL for us in these times. You can also talk to your doctor and decide if hormone therapy is right for you. HRT just adds the estrogen and progesterone back into the body to protect against certain cancers, heart disease and things like osteoporosis- I started bio identical HRT in May and got rid of my hot flashes, rage, intense stress etc...the results i feel have literally been 🙌🏽😍🙌🏽. Did you know this about menopause?🤔 Which healthy behaviors do you practice to help keep symptoms at bay? I hope you all have a safe and beautiful day, and don't forget to take time to take care of YOU!!!💜

A little Holiday haha for your Saturday , Ladies😁 Hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain thats hard to explain (especailly around my back!!!)...insane anxiety, horrible sleeps, a new belly, oh... and the RAGE i felt sometimes for no reason! 🤯 I have to say since starting my bioidentical hormone therapy in May - pretty much ALL of my mental/emotional feelings have eased up. My hot flashes are completely gone, and i am now sleeping pretty well again. As i posted yesterday, some woman have no symptoms- and some have them alllll!! I happened to get most of them, so this video speaks to me!🤣🙈 Can anyone here relate? Comment your fun symptoms below!!!👇🏽 💜

Good morning lovelies!😍 Reading through my menopause specialist textbook last night - I came across something that makes total sense, but is something i'm sure not many people take into consideration as they think about what is happening to their bodies, or the bodies of loved ones during these hormonal changes .....🧐 Around the world , there are SO many individual variations that make the transition into perimenopause and menopause SO different and unique for each woman. Differences in genetics, nutrition, environment , lifestyle, reproduction, health care and even cultural differences are all associated with how we age!🤯 Each and every woman on earth can experience their symptoms differently- some have barely any, and some - seem to have them all!!! Here's just a short list of possibilities that can affect your transition: ❣️overall physical and mental health ❣️fitness ❣️nutrition ❣️emotions ❣️thoughts and beliefs ❣️sleep and recovery ❣️stress and resilience ❣️disabilities ❣️race and ethnicity ❣️income and financial security ❣️family situation ❣️life changes and challenges (example- losing a loved one, becoming a caregiver, changing jobs) There are just so many factors that make each one of our mid life "change" and experiences so different from the next- and this is fascinating to me! 😍 I am SO curious about all of your stories and the lives you've all lived - and if you ever want to know na little more about me - don't mind sharing mine!! 🫶🏽 So, share a little about yourself and the experiences/ life you've lived below if you feel up to it! 💜 We area all here for each other, and i am definitely here for YOU if you ever need an ear or have some questions! Have a beautiful Friday everyone!!!!🥰 I'm SO freaking happy to have you here in my community!!

THIS!!!!😍 This post here is based off of my FAVOURITE world renowned menopause doctor, OB-GYN, and woman's doctor.... "If I woke up fully menopausal overnight, this is what I would do to protect my long term health"..... And i couldn't agree more! 🙌🏽 This is not based off of trends or guesswork. Its based on evidence, data and her 25 years as a woman's health doctor.💖 (also note..i ONLY post things i can back up and prove with research, studies , data, and my studies in becoming a certified menopause specialist) First off... GET INFORMED!! Menopause isn't something to tough out. It's something to strategically manage for you bones, your brain, your heart and metabolism!! Your body deserves support and you DESERVE to be listened to and not pushed away, told its "probably just depression", "you're too young", or that you're "overreacting", and "it's all in your head". Second, get your labs and screenings updated. DEMAND it if you have to!! Choose a doctor of clinician who UNDERSTANDS perimenopause and menopause. Did you know that typically doctors only get approximately 5 hours of training in alllllll their years in medical school and residency training on menopause??! FIVE HOURS!! 🤯 That is mindblowing😩 Even OB-GYN programs don't often offer a structured menopause curriculum. This makes me sad.....and THIS is why i am so passionate about learning ALL and EVERYTHING I can to help other women know what they deserve for their health in this time of life.❤️‍🩹 Talk to said experienced doctor about hormone therapy options if you are a candidate to do so. HRT has been a GAME CHANGER for me and many women I know.😍 Go in prepared with detailed information about your symptoms and your health history, (along with your family health history) so that your doctor can decide if you are a candidate to start it. 🏋️‍♀️Next- PICK UP THOSE WEIGHTS!!🏋️‍♀️ The benefits of strength training , especially for women in menopause is essential for everything from keeping your bones strong and stronger bone density, keeping your muscles strong to counteract age related muscle loss, your balance - so that you don't succumb to a nasty fall, better weight management, and SIGNIFICANTLY reduces risks of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease and strokes!🤯 It will also improve your mood and your sleeps by reducing anxiety - and it can even help with the severity of those horrible hot flashes!!!❤️‍🔥