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Is there anything I can do for huge mood swings and anxiety?

December 10, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

It’s hard on me and on my spouse! I’m 50 and still getting my period every month. What you describe…

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Posted in: Emotional Wellbeing Filed under: anxiety, exercise, hormones, medications, menopause, perimenopause, sleep

When do I worry about my memory loss?

August 20, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

I feel fuzzy and forgetful. Is this a normal part of menopause? Yes, there’s a broad range of cognitive change…

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Posted in: Brain Matters Filed under: estrogen, exercise, health care provider, hormone therapy, memory, menopause, sleep, stress

Any new recommendations for staying calm and collected?

August 6, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

What’s feeling like chronic stress is triggering more hot flashes and affecting my sleep. It’s a trying time to stay…

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Posted in: Lifestyle Filed under: anxiety, exercise, menopause, mindfulness, sleep, stress, yoga

Should I be worried about my drinking?

July 2, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

Over the course of the pandemic, one glass of wine a day has become two, and sometimes three. Maybe, although…

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Posted in: Lifestyle Filed under: breast cancer, exercise, heart disease, mindfulness, stress

Will losing weight reduce the chance I’ll get breast cancer?

June 25, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

I’m about 20 pounds overweight. Yes! Losing even a little weight after menopause can reduce your risk of getting breast…

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Posted in: Physical Health Filed under: breast cancer, diet, exercise, heart disease, hormones, menopause, weight

Since when did COVID-19 refer to weight gain?

April 23, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

I’m sheltering at home and can’t quite keep myself from snacking.  Yes, it was a patient who mentioned the “COVID-5”…

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Posted in: Lifestyle Filed under: diet, exercise, self care, yoga

What can I do to get some hot flash relief?

April 16, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

My life is so stressful right now–and on top of everything, my hot flashes are getting worse. The key to…

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Posted in: Physical Health Filed under: anxiety, diet, exercise, hot flashes, menopause, perimenopause, stress

I have lost my ability to concentrate. What’s wrong with me?

April 2, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

Nothing. You’re entirely normal. Sixty percent of perimenopausal women have cognition-related symptoms, including difficulty concentrating, according to a study published…

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Posted in: Brain Matters Filed under: estrogen, exercise, menopause, mindfulness, perimenopause, stress, symptoms

How does anyone manage to feel sexy in a midlife body?

March 26, 2020 barbdepree Leave a comment

I have new wrinkles, sags, and saddle bags. I see where you’re coming from. Hormonal changes often give us thicker…

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Posted in: Emotional Wellbeing Filed under: confidence, diet, exercise, intimacy, menopause

I feel the need to urinate more frequently than ever. I’ve had bladder infections, and it’s not that. So what is it?

January 23, 2020 barbdepree 1 Comment

Watch your weight to make OAB less likely to occur; being in the top third of body mass index range…

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Posted in: Physical Health Filed under: diet, exercise, incontinence, kegel exercises

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