Lifestyle and Holistic Menopause
lifestyle change matters in menopause
Lifestyle change matters in Menopause (excerpt)
Start with nourishing your body through balanced, whole food nutrition. Focus on adding more colourful vegetables, leafy greens, healthy fats, quality proteins and fibre rich foods to your plate. These support hormone balance, energy and gut health. Reducing processed foods, sugar and alcohol helps to lower inflammation and stabilise mood and weight. Staying hydrated with water, herbal teas or electrolyte infused drinks can ease hot flushes, support skin elasticity and boost mental clarity.
why am I always so tired…
Why am I always so tired in Menopause (excerpt)
Cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, can also become unbalanced during menopause. High cortisol levels, often triggered by chronic stress or poor sleep, lead to energy crashes, weight gain and brain fog. Combine this with a busy lifestyle, family demands or work stress and it’s no wonder so many women feel burnt out.
my own experience in perimenopause…
My own experience in Perimenopause (excerpt)
I remember booking an appt with my Dr, a woman I had been seeing for over 3 years and in that appt I told her, I was experiencing debilitating anxiety, once a month for a week leading into my period. In the entirety of that appointment and consecutive appointments, not once did we discuss perimenopause or menopause or the future possibility of it. I left that initial appointment with a prescription for anxiety medication.
creating healthy boundaries
Creating Healthy Boundaries in Menopause (excerpt)
Boundaries are not about building walls; they’re about honouring your own needs, values and capacity. In midlife, many women find themselves navigating roles as caregivers, partners, professionals and friends. It’s common to feel stretched thin. Menopause invites a return to self, an opportunity to reassess what is truly important and what is no longer serving you.
relationships in menopause
Relationships in Menopause (excerpt)
When couples approach menopause as a shared journey rather than an individual struggle, it can actually strengthen their relationship. This stage of life invites deeper communication, where both partners learn to express needs more openly. It’s a chance to explore new ways of connecting, to cultivate patience, and to rediscover the relationship beyond physical attraction.
where has my libido gone…
Where has my Libido gone in Menopause (excerpt)
The good news is that there are natural and holistic ways to bring that spark back. Start with lifestyle choices that support hormonal balance—eat nourishing whole foods, healthy fats and plant-based phytoestrogens like flaxseeds and soy. Regular exercise boosts circulation, increases energy and helps you feel more confident in your body. Even gentle movement, like walking or yoga, can lift mood and libido.
mental wellbeing in menopause
Mental Wellbeing in Menopause (excerpt)
Mental wellbeing thrives when we create space to pause and connect. Mindfulness practices such as meditation, journalling or deep breathing, calm the nervous system and build resilience to stress. Emotional support is just as vital. Talking openly with trusted friends, joining support groups, or seeking a professional practitioner helps women feel less isolated. Sharing experiences reduces stigma and builds confidence, reminding women they are not alone in this transition.
Menopause is not an ending but a transformation. With the right care, this stage can bring new clarity, self awareness and vitality. By focussing on lifestyle, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, women can embrace this chapter with resilience and a deeper connection to themselves.