The 3 Stages of Menopause

The 3 Stages of Menopause

If you are anything like me, I was completely unaware that there are 3 stages to Menopause. I hadn’t really thought much about it, being in my early 40s, I thought I had years to go yet. I started researching my symptoms and discovered that I was definitely in Peri-...
Sleeping well through the Menopause

Sleeping well through the Menopause

40-60% of peri-menopausal women report disrupted sleep during menopause with 1 in 3 saying sleep problems cause them distress and impact daily functioning. When we are sleep deprived, we lose cognitive capability and can experience decreased decision making and basic...

10 Top Tips for a Better Nights Sleep

Strategy Notes/Action 1 Stick to a routine. Go to bed at the same time and wake up at the same time every morning.     2 Wind down at least 90 minutes before bed. Dim lights, come off phones and laptops.     3 Drink a night time herbal tea or a fresh glass of water....
Xenoestrogens

Xenoestrogens

Xenoestrogens are hormone disrupting chemicals that mimic Oestrogen in the body binding to our Oestrogen receptors and altering the normal function of our hormones. They are found in everyday products like make up, skin and hair care, deodorants, plastics, fruits and...