In today’s world, menopause is often portrayed as a struggle—marked by hot flushes, weight gain, and unpredictable mood swings. This narrative can create fear and dread about what is, in reality, a natural and powerful transition. But what if we reframed menopause? What if, instead of seeing it as an ending, we recognised it as a new beginning—one of wisdom, strength, and self-discovery?

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but it can bring a variety of symptoms that impact daily life, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and fatigue. While hormone therapy and medications are options for some, many prefer to manage these symptoms using natural, lifestyle-based strategies. The good news is that making simple changes to your routine can help you feel more balanced, energised and in control.

We often spend so much time focusing on what we put into our bodies - nutritious foods, supplements, and even hydration. But how often do we stop to consider what’s coming out? Your lymphatic system, is the body’s ‘garbage disposal system’ and is critical for eliminating waste and maintaining overall health. Yet, it remains one of the most overlooked systems when it comes to wellness.

Let’s be honest — sleep can feel like a distant dream during perimenopause and menopause. Between tossing, turning, and those dreaded night sweats, restful nights might seem hard to come by. But here’s the thing: sleep isn’t just about feeling rested. It’s a critical part of keeping your body and mind functioning at their best during this transformative time.

A glass of wine or an evening cocktail may seem like a comforting ritual, but during peri-menopause, alcohol can have more noticeable effects on your body and mind. As hormone levels fluctuate, these changes can alter how your body processes alcohol, amplifying its impact on sleep, mood, and overall wellness.

Menopause is a time of significant hormonal changes that can impact the strength and function of the pelvic floor. Oestrogen plays an important role in keeping the tissues of our vulva, vagina, bladder and pelvic floor muscles strong and flexible.

Menopause isn’t just a biological event; it’s a powerful life transition. While it may come with challenges — hot flushes, mood swings and brain fog — it also offers an opportunity for growth, self-reflection, and transformation. The key to navigating this stage with resilience and positivity lies in one word: Mindset.

If you’ve ever found yourself holding your phone, only to wonder, “Wait, what was I going to do with this?” or walked into a room only to forget why?—you’re in good company. Many women experience these “brain fog” moments during peri-menopause, and while they can be puzzling, they’re actually a sign that your brain is doing some remarkable recalibrating.

Hot flushes are one of the most recognisable and common symptoms of perimenopause, affecting up to 85% of women. They come seemingly out of nowhere, in the middle of a meeting, cooking dinner, or just relaxing, and suddenly you feel like you’re trapped in a sauna! But what exactly is happening in your body to cause these episodes? Let’s dive into the brain’s role in hot flushes, the critical part our hypothalamus plays, and explore natural ways to reduce the intensity and frequency of these episodes.

Ever feel “butterflies” when you’re nervous or get a “gut feeling” about something? It’s not just a saying—your gut and brain are in constant communication! This connection is even more important during menopause, as hormone fluctuations can affect both digestion and mental clarity, creating a ripple effect between your belly and your mind.

Circadian eating is a type of intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating that aligns one's eating patterns with the circadian rhythm, the natural 24-hour cycle that regulates many physiological processes, including metabolism, hormone production, and sleep-wake cycles.

Peri-menopause is often accompanied by emotional shifts that can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Many women experience mood swings, irritability, anxiousness, or even unexpected and overwhelming bursts of sadness or anger.

Menopause is often viewed through the lens of physical symptoms and emotional upheaval, but it can also be a powerful opportunity for self-discovery and reconnection. As we transition through this stage, many of us find ourselves at a crossroads, prompting introspection about who we are and what we truly want in life.

As we journey through peri-menopause to menopause, one of the more concerning experiences for many women is often referred to as "Menopause Brain." Cognitive changes like forgetfulness, brain fog, difficulty focusing, and memory lapses can leave women feeling disoriented, anxious, and frustrated, particularly when they are high-functioning professionals or managing complex family lives.