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Hair loss is one of the more unexpected and distressing symptoms of perimenopause. You brush your hair and notice more strands left behind. Your ponytail feels thinner. Your parting looks wider. It’s frustrating, but most importantly, you’re not alone. Hair loss in midlife is incredibly common, and while it can be upsetting, there are steps you can take to support healthier hair growth and regain confidence.

Spring is a season of renewal, yet for many women going through menopause, energy levels can still feel stuck in winter mode. Fatigue, sluggishness, and brain fog are common symptoms of hormonal shifts, but the good news is that small changes to your daily routine can make a big difference. With longer days, milder temperatures, and nature coming back to life, now is the perfect time to refresh your habits, embrace the season, and give your energy levels a well-deserved boost

Menopause can bring a rollercoaster of symptoms, hot flushes, mood swings, weight gain, but did you know your diet can play a major role in managing them? The food you eat directly impacts hormone balance, energy levels, and overall well-being. Making the right dietary choices can help you feel more in control, support your body through these changes, and even reduce some of the most frustrating menopause symptoms. That’s why we’ve put together a free menopause-friendly meal

When it comes to menstrual care, many of us don’t give much thought to what’s in the disposable pads and tampons we use every month. However, conventional sanitary products often contain nasty chemicals and synthetic materials that may harm our health over time. From hormone disruption to vaginal irritation , the risks are real, but safer, non-toxic alternatives are available, and making the switch could be one of the best decisions for your body and the planet. Chemical-Fre

Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life, but it brings significant changes that can impact your health, especially your heart. As oestrogen levels decline, your risk of cardiovascular disease increases. The good news? Research shows that Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can not only ease menopausal symptoms but also offer some heart protection. Let’s explore how menopause affects heart health and how HRT could be a game-changer. Why Does Heart Risk Increase After Meno

What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it. We often focus on eating clean, using natural skincare, and reducing toxins in our homes, but what about our clothes? The fabrics we wear every day, especially in intimate areas, can have a direct impact on our health, hormones, and overall well-being. Synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, and spandex may be convenient, but they come with hidden risks, from trapping heat and moisture to exposing our skin

Your pelvic floor is a crucial part of your body that often goes unnoticed, until something goes wrong. Whether it’s unexpected leaks when you sneeze or laugh, no control with urgency and needing to pee, a feeling of heaviness, or changes in intimacy, a weak pelvic floor can impact daily life in ways you might not expect. The good news? It’s never too late to strengthen it and you are never too old. What Is Your Pelvic Floor? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments,

When we think about menopause symptoms, hot flushes and night sweats usually come to mind. However, some of the changes we experience are more subtle and surprising, like a shift in our vision. For me, my changing eyesight was one of the first clues that my body was entering a new stage of life. At 45, I began noticing that text messages on my phone looked blurry. Having enjoyed perfect vision my whole life, I was surprised when my optician recommended reading glasses. Around

Learn the truth about HRT and breast cancer risk. Discover why body-identical hormones are a safer option, debunking the myths.

Learn how menopause accelerates bone loss and how to prevent osteoporosis with lifestyle changes and HRT. Prioritize your bone health

Every woman’s journey through perimenopause and menopause is unique, yet many face common challenges especially around awareness, diagnosis, and education. Real-life stories, from everyday women to celebrities, shine a light on the struggles they wished they’d understood sooner. These testimonials highlight the need for better public understanding, education in schools, and comprehensive hormone education for healthcare professionals.

It’s important to discuss the often-overlooked emotional impact of hormonal transition periods. For many women, perimenopause brings unexpected and sometimes overwhelming emotional changes, from anxiety to mood swings and even depression. While these experiences are common, they can be difficult to recognize, especially when they coincide with other life stresses.

Learn to recognize the early signs of perimenopause, from physical to emotional changes and discover how to regain control.

Understanding the difference between contraceptive hormones and body identical HRT, and why regulated HRT offers safer, natural options.