I went through menopause early at 42, skipped the meds, and had to find my own ways to handle night sweats, mood swings, and the weight gain battle. These are the things that actually helped me survive and feel human again — all tested by me.
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Hot Flash & Night Sweat Helpers
Mood & Stress Support
Better Sleep 😴
Hormone-Friendly Nutrition
Hot Flash & Night Sweat Helpers
Beat the burn and finally sleep cool. These menopause-friendly cooling products helped me stay comfortable, dry, and sane during even the fiercest night sweats.
Breathable, moisture-wicking fabric that stays cool to the touch all night long. I used to wake up constantly because my head/hair was so hot but this saved me!!!
Coop Home Goods Cool Side Queen Pillowcase
Naturally temperature-regulating and soft against sensitive skin like mine!
Bedsure Queen Bamboo Cooling Sheet Set, Beige
Compact, quiet, and perfect for bedside or purse emergencies like when you’re sweating your makeup off 🥺
JISULIFE 3IN1 USB Mini Fan w/ Power Bank
Instant cool-down towels you can keep in the freezer for quick relief. Great for the beach too!
Sukeen Cooling Towels 6 Pack 40x12
I slept in these year round, even during the winter! I love these! I own 2 sets!
Cherrydew Women Cooling Bamboo Pajama Set
Mood & Stress Support
Hormonal mood swings are no joke. These calming picks helped smooth the edges, lift my spirits, and bring Natalie back!
Gentle, grounding pressure to soothe anxiety and help you relax during this difficult period!
yescool 20 lbs Weighted Blanket, 60x80, Pink
Calming blends like chamomile, jasmine and peppermint for evening wind-down instead of that glass of wine we want!
Taylors Organic Chamomile Herbal Tea 50 Bags
Track your moods, symptoms, and self-care wins to spot patterns. I’ve enjoyed reading this to see what I was going through 😩
Pair with lavender or bergamot oil for instant calm!
EQUSUPRO 150ml Ultrasonic Oil Diffuser Owl
I like to light this before bed on my nightstand and read a few pages. It calms and relaxes me to fall asleep easily!
Chesapeake Bay Candle Serenity + Calm Lavender Thyme
Better Sleep 😴
Night sweats, insomnia, and restlessness don’t have to win. These sleep boosters kept me cooler, comfier, and snoozing longer.
This was my 1st purchase once I had a night sweat!!! It adds a breathable, temperature-regulating layer to your bed.
3 Inch Queen Memory Foam Cooling Gel Topper
This blocks the light and signals your brain it’s time to rest. Love the pink for me and black for my husband!
BeeVines 2 Pack Pure Silk Sleep Masks
I’ve continued taking these because it’s a gentle supplement that relaxes muscles and supports deeper rest to tackle the next day!
Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate 90 Caps
This masked disruptions so you can drift back to sleep quickly!
Kipcush White Noise Machine with Night Light
I have thick long hair and would wake up soaked. A friend suggested these and we both love them. I don’t wake up with wet hair!
Utopia Bedding King Size Cooling Pillows Set of 2
Hormone-Friendly Nutrition
Food can be our hormone’s best friend. These nutrient-rich picks support my balance, energy, and weight management during menopause.
If you know, you know! This was a game changer!
Silky Peach Bioidentical Estriol Cream 30ml
Gotta stay clean!🧼
Medicine Mama's Vmagic Feminine Wash 8oz
This helped menopause, hot flashes and night sweats, bloating, PMS, and more that I experienced during this time.
DIM Supplement 200 mg | Hormone Balance 60 Ct
Eating flaxseed in any form has so many benefits when dealing with menopause.
Flaxseed: 8 Health Benefits and How to Eat
I lost a lot of hair during menopause 🥺 These will help combat so it doesn’t happen!
Nutrafol
Vitamin D is essential for bone health, which is particularly crucial during menopause as women become more susceptible to osteoporosis and bone fractures!