As we enter menopause, our bodies undergo significant hormonal changes that can impact both our physical and emotional well-being. One hormone that plays a crucial role during this time is cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone.
Maya Angelou’s quote “every storm runs out of rain” is a powerful reminder that no matter how challenging a situation may seem, it will eventually come to an end. This quote is especially relevant for women going through menopause, as this period in our lives can often feel like a never-ending storm.
As a natural process that does or will affect more than 50% of the world’s population, we don’t hear much about menopause. In fact, the recent State of Menopause study found that 29% of women aged 40-65 didn’t seek out information on menopause until they began experiencing symptoms. If you’re one of them you’ve come to the right place.
It happens to all of us – that time when we’ve finally had “enough”. The pandemic has fast-forwarded an awakening for many women, and made it even more apparent the burden of always giving at the expense of our own needs. If you’ve found yourself with nothing left and made the selfless decision to start taking care of yourself – whether that’s establishing boundaries or taking a little more time for yourself – and have been met with resistance from those you care for, we see you.
Struggling to put into words how you’re feeling, but knowing your “off”? Lost track of how long you’ve been feeling this way? Wondering if this is your new normal? Sisters, you aren’t alone.
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My name is Heather Hirsch MD. I am Board certified in Internal Medicine with a specialty practice focusing on menopausal hormone therapy, contraception and family planning, breast health, sexual dysfunction, and urinary incontinence. My clinical work and research centers around menopausal symptoms reduction.