Feeling Lost in Midlife? Reconnect with Yourself Through the 100 Dreams Exercise
I’ve noticed a common theme among the women I consult with. Many arrive feeling flat, disconnected, or adrift in their own lives. They often say:
* “I don’t know what I want anymore, I'm lost”
* “I feel stuck but don’t know how to move forward.”
* “Li...
How to Reduce Menopausal Symptoms During the Holidays
It’s that time of the year again! Celebrations abound, while the holidays can be joyful, for a woman experiencing hot flushes, this season might feel daunting, bringing moments of lowered self-confidence or even embarrassment.
Let’s change that. Tod...
How to Stay Cool and Comfortable While Traveling This Holiday Season: Managing Night Sweats Away From Home
The holiday season often brings joyous celebrations, reunions, and travel. However, for those prone to night sweats, the combination of unfamiliar environments and disrupted routines can turn nights into a sweaty struggle. Whether it’s waking up dren...
How to Maintain Your Energy Levels Over the Holidays
The holiday season is a magical time filled with family gatherings, festive traditions, and endless to-do lists. But amidst the joy, it's easy to feel drained and overwhelmed. Maintaining your energy during this busy season doesn’t have to be a chall...
Holiday Depression in Midlife
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Why the Season Feels Heavier During Menopause — And How to Support Your Mental Wellbeing
For many women, the holiday season brings warmth, connection, celebration, and reflection. But for others, it arrives with a quiet heaviness, a mix of emotio...
LDL Cholesterol: The Nuances Every Midlife Woman Should Know
Many women are surprised to learn that their cholesterol has risen during perimenopause or menopause, even when nothing has changed in their diet or lifestyle.
The conversation that follows is often focused on one number:
“Your LDL is high.”
But L...
The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Midlife Women Need to Know
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For many women, the first unexpected sign that their body is changing during perimenopause or menopause doesn’t come as a hot flush or mood shift—it shows up in a blood test.
“Your cholesterol has gone up.”
Often followed by:
“We need to keep a...
Why Your Cholesterol Rises in Menopause
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Many women arrive at midlife feeling like they finally understand their bodies. Then a routine blood test delivers unexpected news:
“Your cholesterol has gone up.”
For some, this comes with a suggestion to monitor levels. For others, it triggers...
Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis
This year, I’ve worked with more individuals experiencing a cancer diagnosis than ever before. Each story is deeply personal, yet a common thread runs through every journey: the desire to understand what is happening inside the body, reclaim a sense ...
Electrolytes and Dizziness: What Every Midlife Woman Should Know
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Feeling light-headed, dizzy, or unsteady is a common but overlooked symptom during perimenopause and menopause. Many women assume it’s “just hormones” — but often, a mineral deficiency is at play.
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What Are Electrolytes?
Electrolytes are a fam...
Author
Jennifer Harrington
Clinical Director
Menopause Specialist, Naturopath, Nutritionist, Medical Herbalist
