Menopause can be a difficult time for many women but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, with the right attitude and lifestyle choices, menopause can be something you not only survive but actually enjoy. Here’s why it’s easier to succeed with menopause than you might think.

You may not have realised it yet but it is not a battle – you are the one in charge. When perimenopause first hits, there are so many physical and emotional changes that it can be overwhelming but don’t lose heart.  With a few simple strategies and some self-care, you can get through menopause with ease.  Here are a few tips to help you win at menopause and make the journey easier than you might think.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Help Balance Out Mood Swings

One of the biggest challenges of menopause is dealing with mood swings and other hormonal fluctuations. While this is a normal part of the process, it’s also important to take steps to manage them so you can maintain your overall emotional wellbeing. For some women, hormone replacement therapy can help balance out these symptoms and make them more manageable.  Talk to your doctor about what kind of hormone therapy might be best for you.

Focus on Nutrition

One of the biggest factors in making it through menopause successfully is paying attention to your diet. Eating healthy is essential for both physical and mental health during this time in your life. That means getting enough nutritious vegetables, fruits and proteins in your diet each day. Try to avoid processed foods and instead focus on fresh options that are packed with vitamins and minerals as they will also help keep your energy levels up throughout the day. Also, don’t forget to drink plenty of water, it helps keep your body hydrated and energised throughout the day.

Diet can play an important role when it comes to managing hot flashes. Eating more plant-based proteins such as beans and nuts while avoiding fried foods or processed sugars has been shown to reduce hot flashes in some women during menopause. Cutting back on caffeine and increasing water intake are also good ways to manage hot flashes and night sweats.  Additionally, adding certain supplements such as evening primrose oil may help reduce symptoms as well. 

It’s especially important to get enough calcium and vitamin D to protect your bones from weakening due to hormonal changes.

Get Moving

Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your body during menopause. Regular physical activity helps reduce hot flashes, boosts mood, improves sleep quality and increases bone density – all of which can be affected by hormonal changes during menopause. Exercise also releases endorphins, which can help manage stress and boost energy levels. So make sure to fit in at least 30 minutes of exercise every day – you’ll thank yourself later.

Exercise can help combat fatigue during menopause by improving circulation and aiding in hormone production. Studies have found that aerobic exercises like walking or swimming can help reduce fatigue associated with menopause while strengthening muscles helps support bone health and increases flexibility which is especially important for postmenopausal women who are at risk for osteoporosis due to decreased oestrogen production in their bodies. Exercise may also improve sleep quality which is another common issue during menopause due to changing hormones .   

This doesn’t mean you need to become an Olympic athlete overnight.  Exercise can be anything from taking a daily walk around the block or stretching at home to joining a gym or taking up a sport such as tennis or swimming. The important thing is that you find something that you enjoy doing so that it becomes part of your regular routine.  

Get Some Zzz’s

Sleep is incredibly important for managing stress levels during menopause. The hormonal shifts that accompany this stage of life can wreak havoc on your sleep pattern, so getting enough restful sleep is essential for keeping your mood regulated and helping you stay energised throughout the day. To get better sleep, create a regular bedtime routine that includes going to bed and waking up at the same time each day; avoiding caffeine late in the day; avoiding screens (including phones) before bed; exercising regularly; and reducing stress with relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation prior to bedtime.

Find Support

Finally, don’t forget that there are plenty of resources available for women like yourself who are looking for support during this time of transition. There are online communities full of other women who have gone through the same experience as you – connecting with them through forums or Facebook groups can help provide valuable insight into how they handled their own personal transitions into menopause successfully. Additionally, there are local support groups available where you can connect with other women face-to-face if desired; these meetups provide an opportunity for more in-depth conversations about what worked best for them when they were going through their own transitions into menopause.

So inconclusion, menopause doesn’t have to be a dreaded time in your life or an intimidating experience; instead, it can be one that you embrace as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery & it’s actually quite manageable & liberating.   With the right attitude and lifestyle choices – like eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, talking to your doctor about hormone therapy options etc. – you can make this time period easier than ever before.

With a little bit of effort on your part, you can make sure that the transition from perimenopausal stages into menopausal stages is smooth sailing.      

So take some time today to take a few steps towards making sure menopause doesn’t stand in the way of living life on your own terms.  Go ahead & take control of your life during menopause. 

You deserve it.