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Things That Have Actually Helped My Perimenopause Symptoms
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items In the midst of the ups and downs of Perimenopause? I’ve tried lots of things over the past few years for both my mental health and physical symptoms (alongside HRT) and these are some of the things that have actually helped.
I know everyone is dif...
Perfect for meditations to help anxiety and the nervous system. I particularly like listen to calming music before sleep. I only have the free version of the Insight Timer but there are so many meditations to choose from that I’ve never felt the need...
Insight Timer
These really help me relax at night to sleep and stop my leg cramps too.
I have noticed since taking them that my energy levels and motivation has started to increase which is one of the things that HRT just hasn’t seem to help with at all.
As it’s...
Nutravita Magnesium Glycinate 2175mg 180 Caps
This app by Dr Newson has a really great symptom tracker so that you can keep a log of what is happening during different times of your cycle.
There is also a wealth of information about perimenopause and menopause. It’s my go to if I have a questi...
Balance
Yoga with Adriene has so many amazing videos on YouTube. Whether you want to build strength, stretch your body or calm your nervous system.
I love Adriene’s approach to Yoga as it is all about finding what feels good for you. A great way to carve ou...
Yoga With Adriene
These female multi vitamins with collagen and hyaluronic acid are the perfect combo for me during perimenopause.
I love having everything all in one supplement so that I can take them with my breakfast and be set up for the day.
Please note this is...
Women's Multivitamins with Collagen & Hyaluronic Acid - 27 Vitamins & Minerals - 60 Tablets - Gluten-Free - UK Made
I have only just discovered weak girl workouts and am enjoying them so much.
I’m really trying to improve my strength but high impact exercises just don’t suit me In perimenopause.
These videos are a great way to rebuild confidence in your body an...
WeakGirlWorkouts
I discovered QiGong a few years ago and love the gentleness and self care element of the exercise.
Perfect for days when you might be feeling low or anxious. Like a little energising hug for your body and mind.
QiYoga With LuChin
I find I sometimes get a little dehydrated and bloated on my 14 Progesterone days.
I love these coconut waters to help keep me hydrated.
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Vita Coco Coconut Water 133.2 Fl Oz Pack 12
I have various different weights in these basics dumbbells.
The neoprene is great for keeping grip when your hands get sweaty.
The perfect weights for strength training In perimenopause.
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Amazon Basics Neoprene Dumbbell Pair
I’m trying to do a full body strength training workout 3 times a week.
Lift with Cee is one of my favourite strength training instructors. The videos have good explanations of the moves and suggested weight ranges.
Cheryl Coulombe
I love these strength workouts for days when I want something a little lower impact.
It’s good to know I can still help to keep my bones and muscles strong even when I’m not feeling motivated for a full workout.
SeniorShape Fitness
The free Healthy Minds programme is a really helpful way to help your mental health for any time in your life.
Even though I’m usually quite woo woo I’ve found the factual and science based approach particularly helpful during perimenopause as it’s ...
Free Healthy Minds Program App | Science-Based Wellbeing
I’ve always had sensitive skin but I’ve found during perimenopause that I just want comfortable clothes.
I love Lucy & Yak! Their dungarees are so comfy and have a little fun personality too.
Lucy and Yak
These are one of my own designs and I wear one of these pretty much every day.
I find the spinner necklace design just helps me to stop and focus my breath when I am feeling stressed or anxious.
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Little Gems Amethyst Fidget Spinner Necklace
I have found that I can’t really tolerate alcohol at all so if I fancy a little drink these Trip Elderflower Mint are a lovely treat.
I drink these occasionally and if you pour them into a nice glass with some ice it’s a little bit like having a ref...
TRIP Sparkling Drink Elderflower Mint 12pk