Managing Weight Gain During menopause
Weight gain during menopause is no fun. Managing it might feel like an impossible feat, but with some strategies and proactive planning, there are some ways to get back to the pre-menopausal body you remember.
Exercise Tips For Menopausal Women
Fitness isn’t just for the young—it’s even more important during midlife and menopause too. Here are some tips to consider.
Coping With Menopausal Hair Loss
Hair loss due to menopause can feel incredibly distressing. Exploring a few coping strategies might offer some comfort. Here are a few ideas to consider…
Natural Remedies for Menopausal Hot Flashes
Hot flashes during menopause can be one of the most frustrating of the elements. Luckily, there are several natural alternatives to consider implementing into your self-care plan. Here are few ideas, but know it’s always important to share any changes with your choices with your health-care provider for additional support.
Midlife Nutrition for Menopause and Beyond
A healthy midlife lifestyle means giving up smoking as well as getting regular exercise and sleep, but it’s also important to eat a healthy diet for menopause. Here are some simple guidelines for good nutrition for menopause.
A Hair Raising Tale With Fabulous Boomer Sister Cathy Johnston
Meet Cathy Johnston, blogger and founder of a lifestyle blog for baby boomers - The Fabulous Boomer Sisters. Her wisdom and contribution to the Pro-Ageing Movement inspires me to embrace midlife, my hair and age. Check her out!
5 Reasons to Work with a Coach in Midlife
Sarah Snape, confidence and midlife coach, knows just how to inspire even those of us most afraid of change. She’s all about living life as a participant - not a bench warmer. Check out her guest blog and decide if a life coach is right for you. Never say never…
Six Unusual Symptoms of Menopause
Everyone knows the main signs and symptoms of menopause, right? Hot flashes, night sweats and changes to your period are some of the most common symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. But here are six of the more unusual menopause symptoms, ones that you might not immediately associate with your changing hormones.
Midlife Crisis: When The Fog Lifts, What Happens Next
If your partner is going through a midlife crisis, you’re probably anxious for signs that they’re coming out of midlife crisis fog and getting back to a more normal life. Here’s some useful answers to your questions…
Looking Good In Midlife: Skin Care For 40s, 50s, and Beyond
Many women start to notice the signs of aging once they’re over 40. Your skin may look dry and flaky due to lower estrogen levels, and less elastin and collagen means more wrinkles or loss of firmness. So whether you’ve always been a skincare aficionado or have just been getting by with soap and water so far, here are a few guidelines for the best skin care in your 40s and beyond.
What Are The Signs of A Midlife Crisis In A Man
In the Hollywood version of the male midlife crisis, cars and younger women feature very frequently. But how realistic is that, and what are the real signs of midlife crisis in men?
Menopause and Mental Sharpness
Brain fog is a symptom that seems to cause women during perimenopause and menopause the most trouble. Learn more about it and possible ways to keep your mind sharp as you age.
Erotic Fiction For Women In Midlife With Stella Fosse
Meet Stella Fosse, erotic fiction author, advocate for women in midlife, and my inspiration to keep writing. I love her already and you will too - get ready for some damp panties and hot flashes you’ll actually pine for!
Sleep and Menopause: 5 Tips for A Better Night’s Sleep
It’s all too familiar for many midlife women. You lie in bed in the middle of the night, wide awake, counting the hours until the alarm goes off again. Unfortunately menopause and insomnia go hand in hand for all too many of us.
What Are The Signs of A Midlife Crisis In A Woman
Midlife crisis isn’t just a male experience - the time of life between 40 and 60 can be just as stressful for women. So what is a midlife crisis for a woman?
Fitness and Midlife With Wendy McGee
Meet Wendy McGee, founder and fitness expert from famous 5-minute app, Fit Fannie. She’ll keep you focused (and hold you to your goals!)
What Are The Signs of Perimenopause
You’re probably familiar with the term menopause, but do you know what to expect in perimenopause? Learn more…
Top 5 Books Every Woman Should Read In Midlife
I thought it would be useful to compile a list of books every woman should read in her 30s, 40s and beyond. Some are books that you’ll devour from cover to cover, others are books to dip into when you have a particular need for comfort, inspiration or a sense of being seen. I’ve started my list off with five books every woman should read in her 30s and beyond. I’ll add more great books for middle-aged women to this list as time goes on.
How To Get To Know Yourself Better
Do you really know yourself, or do you know the version of yourself that you have been displaying to the world for the last 40-50 years? Check out some great tips to know yourself better…
How To Find Your Passion and Purpose In Midlife
Many women in their 40s and 50s will recognize that nagging sensation of something being missing. It’s your passion and purpose in life. Luckily, it’s possible to find them again. It takes a little time and quite a lot of introspection…