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Perimenopause & Feminine Rage
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Today we're back talking from our cozy corners at home where we spill the tea on life, love, and all the quirky adventures in between.
Today, we're talking about our experiences with perimenopause
We’re here for all of it, and we’re excited that you are too
Disclaimer: We can’t promise to stay on topic
Takeaways:
- Perimenopause is a natural process that involves the depletion of estrogen in the body.
- Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause include irregular periods, migraines, hot flashes, and mood swings.
- It is important to slow down, get curious, and support the body through this transition.
- Open communication and understanding in relationships can help navigate the changes and challenges of perimenopause. Perimenopause can cause weight gain, cognitive problems, vaginal dryness, breast tenderness, and urinary incontinence.
- Slowing down and being intentional with digestion can help manage weight gain and digestive issues.
- Supportive bras and creams can help with breast tenderness and vaginal dryness.
- Seeking professional guidance and having open conversations about perimenopause can provide support and understanding.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:12 Understanding Perimenopause
09:55 Physical and Emotional Changes
26:25 Navigating Relationships and Communication
29:17 Weight Gain and Hormone Fluctuation
30:04 The Role of the Belly and Digestion
31:02 Cognitive Problems and Short-Term Memory Loss
33:32 Vaginal Dryness and Embracing Changes
35:31 Breast Tenderness and Supportive Bras
37:47 Urinary Incontinence and Muscle Weakness
43:09 Slowing Down and Understanding Triggers
45:04 Supporting the Body and Mind
51:21 Seeking Support and Embracing Change
52:21 The Importance of Open Conversation
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