The birds and the bees – we all remember that “talk”.
Maybe you didn’t have the talk with your mom, maybe you got it at school, or from a big sister, or from reading “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,” secretly under the covers. Or maybe you tuned your clock radio to Dr. Ruth Westheimer on Sunday nights.
However that conversation happened, you were somewhat prepared for what was coming.
But, did you have a menopause talk with your mom?
Recently I hosted a viewing the the M Factor Film – shredding the silence on menopause. The turnout was standing room only, and we all realize that menopause isn’t a moment, it’s a movement.
So no more whispering about menopause. No more guessing, myths and fear.
It’s time to open the dialogue with our daughters and provide them:
The tools to advocate for their health
To confidently ask the tough questions
To realize the hormonal shifts are normal and that they are not alone.
What would want to tell your daughter about menopause? Let me know below. Check out my recent blog as I recently surveyed the fearlessly facing fifty community and shared some of the feedback.
Thank you to Sally Mueller, CEO of Womaness for the hot pink sweatshirts inspired by her breast cancer journey. Check out the amazing products because we deserve to feel well and look great as we age.
The birds and the bees – we all remember that “talk”.
Maybe you didn’t have the talk with your mom, maybe you got it at school, or from a big sister, or from reading “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,” secretly under the covers. Or maybe you tuned your clock radio to Dr. Ruth Westheimer on Sunday nights.
However that conversation happened, you were somewhat prepared for what was coming.
But, did you have a menopause talk with your mom?
I didn’t.
So now is the time.
No more whispering about menopause. No more guessing, myths and fear.
It’s time to open the dialogue with our daughters and provide them the tools to advocate for their health.
To confidently ask the tough questions
To realize the hormonal shifts are normal and that they are not alone.
Check out my recent blog as I recently surveyed the fearlessly facing fifty community and here is some of the feedback.
What would want to tell your daughter about menopause?
That it can happen before you’re 40 – Susan, San Francisco, CA
That if your doctor isn’t listening – find a new doctor – Jean-Marie, Boise, ID
A lot of people think HRT is unsafe – have the conversation with your doctor to see if it’s an option for you – Annie B, Atlanta, GA
Find a community to support you during this time – Anonymous
It’s okay to not feel okay – Terry, Portland, OR
My ears were itchy and I thought I was crazy. There are so many different things that people experience – Claire G., Toronto, Canada
I’m 63 and still getting hot flashes – Meredith, Washington, D.C.
Let’s keep the conversation going
Tell us what you want the next generation of young adults to know about menopause – share your advice in the comments
Thank you to Sally Mueller, CEO of Womaness for the hot pink sweatshirts inspired by her breast cancer journey. Check out the amazing products because we deserve to feel well and look great as we age.
