Is hormone therapy safe and is it right for you? What is hormone therapy and how to tell if it's right for you

Menopause is no joke - even though there are plenty of them out there.  For many women, this natural life transition can feel more like an emotional and physical rollercoaster. From stubborn weight gain to frustrating brain fog and endless fatigue, menopause symptoms can leave you feeling powerless. But here's the good news: there are steps you can take to regain control of your body and mind.

Let’s talk about menowashing - when brands jump on the menopause bandwagon, selling you products that promise to “fix,” “cure,” or “reclaim your youth” during menopause without any real science or value behind them. From overpriced supplements to skincare and gadgets, marketers are suddenly interested in our midlife experience but can you trust what they're selling?

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can make your vagina drier and less elastic, which can turn a routine test into a not-so-pleasant experience. Not that they were on the top of my bucket list even when I did have collagen and elasticity! What’s going on and how you can make things a lot more comfortable?