Menopause Medley

26/07/2025

🌟 TEENAGER TIPS FOR LIVING WITH A MENOPAUSAL MUM 🌟

Hormones flying everywhere? Here’s your survival kit, teens—and trust us, she’s doing her best, just like you are.

💡 How to be an everyday superhero at home:
- 🧦 Pick up your socks. She’s juggling brain fog and hot flashes—you’ve got this one covered.
- 🍲 Load the dishwasher. Bonus points: You won’t be asked 18 times.
- 😶 Silence isn’t a mood, it’s peace. Sometimes mums just need quiet to reboot.
- 😅 Don’t take the snap personally. Her hormones are louder than her intentions.
- 💬 Ask how she’s doing. You’ll earn a hug, and possibly chocolate.
- 🎶 Share a laugh or a song. You’d be surprised—she might know the lyrics better than you.

✨ Life tip: You’re both growing, changing, and learning to navigate big emotions. Be teammates, not opponents. One kind gesture can reset a whole mood.

25/07/2025

🌸 Menopause & Mental Health: It's Time to Talk 🌸

The devastating story of a woman in Norfolk reminds us: the silence around menopause isn’t strength — it’s survival masked by suffering.

❝We just got on with it❞
That phrase echoes across generations. But behind those words are real struggles: anxiety, brain fog, loss of identity — the parts we don’t talk about enough.

📊 The stats speak volumes:
🔹 Over 50% of UK women aged 45–65 report mood changes during menopause
🔹 Up to 68% experience symptoms of depression in perimenopause
🔹 Globally, 70% of post-45 women develop neurological or psychiatric symptoms
🔹 Yet 50% don’t seek help, despite facing an average of seven symptoms
Let’s change that.
💬 Talk about it.
📣 Share your story.
💛 Support one another.

Your voice could be the one that helps someone feel seen. You matter — and you’re not alone.

23/07/2025

🌿 Perimenopause: It's Not Just "In Your Head"

Ever burst into tears for no reason? Feel your chest tighten with stress before your day even begins? Wake up anxious, wondering what's changed?

You’re not alone. These emotional shifts can be real signs of perimenopause — not overreacting, not weak, and definitely not failing.

✨ Here’s what you might notice:

- Unexpected crying spells 😢
- Rising anxiety or feelings of dread
- Overwhelm from tasks that used to feel easy
- Mood swings that arrive unannounced
- Disrupted sleep and restless thoughts
- Stress that shows up in your body — tension, headaches, exhaustion

💡 What can help:
- Talk it out: Sharing how you feel with a coach, friend, or community lifts the fog.
- Balance your toolkit: Think magnesium, B-complex vitamins, and mindfulness — small shifts, big impact.
- Move gently: A short walk, stretching, dancing in the kitchen — movement helps calm the nervous system.
- Create comfort rituals: Herbal teas, soothing scents, journaling… you deserve calm in your chaos.

🙋‍♀️ If your emotions feel louder than usual, it might be your body gently saying "Hey, I'm shifting." No age limits. No shame. Just support, one day at a time.

20/07/2025

🌿 Midlife Munchies: The Cool-Girl Picnic Edition

Picnic season is here, and so is your chance to snack smart without sacrificing flavour or fun. Here’s what’s in my hormone-happy hamper:

🥪 Wholegrain sarnies with egg mayo or hummus & roasted veg
🍳 Boiled eggs (because protein is queen)
🥗 Cold pasta salad with chickpeas, cherry tomatoes & olive oil
🍓 Fruit pots—berries, melon, grapes = hydration + antioxidants
🍌 Banana & peanut butter slices (mood-boosting magic)
🥤 Iced green tea or peppermint tea—cool, calm, collected
🥕 Crudités & hummus—crunchy, colourful, and totally picnic chic
🥜 Mixed nuts & seeds—magnesium-rich and snackable

“Menopause-friendly and picnic-ready! These bites are cool, calm, and collected—unlike me when someone suggests a group photo mid-hot flush.

19/07/2025

🌟 Feeling Flat During Menopause? Let’s Talk B12! 🌟

Menopause can feel like your body’s running on low battery—fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, and changes to your hair and skin. But there’s one little vitamin that might just help recharge your system: Vitamin B12.

💉 Why B12 Injections?
While B12 is found in foods like meat, eggs, and dairy, many women struggle to absorb enough—especially during menopause. Injections bypass the gut and deliver a direct boost to your bloodstream.

✨ Benefits That Speak to You:
- ⚡ Energy: B12 helps your body convert food into fuel. Say goodbye to that 3pm slump!
- 🧠 Mood & Emotional Regulation: It supports neurotransmitter production, helping to balance mood and reduce anxiety or low moods.
- 💇‍♀️ Hair & Skin: B12 plays a role in cell regeneration, which means stronger hair, healthier skin, and even better nail growth.
- 🌫️ Brain Fog: Struggling to remember why you walked into the room? B12 supports cognitive clarity and memory.
- 😌 Emotional Stability: With hormonal shifts causing emotional rollercoasters, B12 can help smooth the ride.
🩺 Is It Right for You?
If you’re feeling persistently tired, forgetful, or emotionally off-kilter, it might be worth checking your B12 levels. Many women find regular injections give them the boost they didn’t know they needed.

17/07/2025

🚫 Step Away from the Sunbed... This Towel Bites!🚫

The great holiday tradition lives on: throw down a towel and claim your territory like a true warrior of the resort pool. But beware... this one's different.

💥 “Owned by a Menopause Lady – Be Warned!” 💥
Symptoms may include:
🔥 Sudden flashes of heat
💢 Fierce emotional turbulence
👀 Eyes sharper than airport security
☕ Coffee in one hand, SPF 50 in the other
If you see this towel... proceed with caution

17/07/2025

✨ Supporting Workplace Wellbeing Through Menopause Awareness ✨
Did you know that 1 in 10 women aged 40–55 have left a job due to menopause symptoms, and 27% say it’s impacted their career progression?
After years as a Corporate Training Manager and now working as a Menopause Support Coach, I’m passionate about changing that narrative.
I’m offering inclusive workshops—online or in-person—designed to:
🌸 Raise awareness of menopause and perimenopause
💼 Spot early signs of burnout and anxiety
🧠 Build confidence and support across all age groups
🤝 Create space for open, empathetic conversations—for everyone
Let’s empower teams and make workplace wellbeing a priority.
📍 Learn more:

Menopause Medley navigates the complexities of menopause with knowledge, compassion and support to offer empathy, guidance, events and coaching to help you thrive throughout your menopause journey.

06/07/2025

🟠 Did you know that a burning mouth or metallic taste can be a symptom of menopause?

That strange tingle on your tongue or sudden dislike for your favourite cuppa might not be in your head—it could be your hormones talking.

🔥 What Can Help Soothe Burning Mouth Syndrome?
1. Hormone Support
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Can help balance oestrogen levels, which may reduce nerve sensitivity and dryness in the mouth.
- Natural alternatives like red clover or soy may offer mild relief for some women.
2. Nutritional & Supplement Support
-An antioxidant shown to reduce nerve-related pain and discomfort in some BMS cases.
- Vitamin B12, iron, and zinc: Deficiencies in these can worsen symptoms, so testing and supplementation may help.
3. Oral Care & Lifestyle
- Gentle oral hygiene: Use a soft toothbrush and avoid alcohol-based mouthwashes.
- Avoid triggers: Spicy foods, acidic drinks, and smoking can worsen symptoms.
- Stay hydrated: Dry mouth can intensify the burning sensation.
4. Stress & Mental Health
- Stress management: Anxiety and stress can heighten nerve sensitivity. Mindfulness, CBT, or even gentle yoga may help.

05/07/2025

🌟✨ PERIMENOPAUSE SURVIVAL KIT ✨🌟
Because we’re not just surviving—we’re thriving (with a fan in one hand and a glass of prosecco in the other)! 💁‍♀️🥂

🧡 What’s in the kit?

💊 Daily vitamins to support energy, mood & hormone balance
🍾 Prosecco—because joy is part of the journey
🌬️ A fan (a girl’s best friend when the heat is on!)
💪 A sense of humour, because laughter is medicine too

💬 Remember:
✔️ Vitamins can help with fatigue, brain fog, and bone health
✔️ You don’t have to give up the things you love—balance is key
✔️ You’re not alone—this phase is powerful, not shameful

Tag a fabulous friend who needs this kit in her life 💃

04/07/2025

🏁 Pole Position in Perimenopause 🏎️💨
This weekend it’s not just the British Grand Prix heating up — it’s me, navigating midlife like a pro on the F1 circuit.

👩‍🔧 Race suit on.
💨 Fan in one hand.
💊 Vitamins in the other.

And I’m still overtaking self-doubt like it’s stuck in first gear.
Because menopause isn’t the end of the road — it’s just a new track. One that requires pit stops, hydration, and a whole lot of grit. But guess what? I’m still in the lead.

To every woman out there navigating the twists and turns of perimenopause: you’re not slowing down — you’re just racing smarter. 🏆

01/07/2025

🌞 Hello July... month 7! 🥵
Some say 7 is a lucky number — so why do my hot flushes feel like I’ve won the fireball lottery? 🎰🔥

In honour of , let’s celebrate the glorious chaos that is menopause —

👙 Mood swings that rival Wimbledon rallies
🌡️ Night sweats that make July feel like child’s play
🧠 Brain fog that makes “What day is it?” a daily quiz!

If you’re riding the menopause rollercoaster — you’re not alone, and you are certainly not humourless. Let’s laugh, connect, and kick month 7 off with a wink and a whoosh of the fan. 😅