Preparing for Menopause
Women fear growing old. The prospect of wrinkles, body aches, fatigue and menopause adds to negative feelings about aging.
Whether you are 20, 35 or 47, you can better prepare for the aging process by reading this article. It will help you understand what to expect and how to cope successfully with this normal stage in life every woman will enter called “menopause.”
“I feel on edge. I can’t sleep or think clearly. My husband is tired of my forgetfulness. Sometimes I just fly off the handle for no reason. I am having trouble with sex. I don’t know what is happening to me? Could this be menopause?”
Nancy, age 52, sat limply in my office looking frustrated, worn-out and depressed. I have counseled many women with complaints like hers. Women complain of overwhelming symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause which impairs their emotional, physical, mental and spiritual health.
Surprisingly, in a recent BBC news article “Women are Happier after Menopause” it quoted a Jublilee Report where 76% of post-menopausal women said their health was better, 75% said they had more fun, and 93% said they had more independence and more choice in everything from work to leisure pursuits.
Most likely, you are feeling more like Nancy and are looking for answers to help you cope with the uncertain territory of peri-menopause and menopause. I want to provide you with information about what to expect when you begin experiencing menopausal symptoms and how you can more effectively handle this new stage of life.
What is menopause?
Menopause begins a new phase in a woman’s life, when in her 50′s, she stops having periods. Menopause is a natural biological event in which the menses stops when the function of the ovaries begins to cease. The process of menopause does not occur overnight, but rather it is gradual. This so-called peri-menopausal transition period is a unique experience for each woman and can begin when women are in their 40′s. A woman is in menopause when she has had no menstrual periods (menses) for 12 months and has no other medical reason for her menses to stop.
The early symptoms of menopause include abnormal vaginal bleeding, hot flashes and mood changes. Late symptoms consist of vaginal dryness, urinary problems, muscle and joint aches.
How to cope
I encourage women to take better care of themselves in every aspect of life: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
- Physical Wellness:
Because hormone levels are decreasing, there will be fluctuations in the symptoms women experience. Vaginal bleeding and hot flashes will come and go. There is no set time when these symptoms will stop. Some will experience symptoms for over a decade of their lives.Hormone or estrogen replacement therapy taken orally or applied topically may be prescribed by a doctor which can help alleviate symptoms of hot flashes and vaginal dryness. But, it is important to manage your own treatment and research the best kinds of medical or natural interventions. Recently, a research project discouraged the use of the combined hormone replacement therapy: estrogen and progesterone.Lifestyle changes should include quitting cigarette smoking, curtailing alcohol intake, exercising regularly, and consuming a balanced diet with adequate calcium and vitamin D. Such changes are beneficial for increasing physical wellness and preventing complications such as osteoporosis and heart disease. - Emotional and Mental Wellness:
When you are experiencing the symptoms of hormone loss, you will feel blue. This increases emotional fragility and a sense of low self-esteem. Deficiency in hormones and lack of sleep cause irritability, confusion and sadness, angry outbursts, tears and relational problems.While estrogen therapy may be recommended to help elevate mood, women should also incorporate natural methods of elevating mood such as lowering stress and increasing recreational and exercise programs. I encourage women to consider a new venture, career or learning a useful pursuit such as photography, writing or computer technology. I knew someone who finished her MSW when she was 55! Start participating in meaningful recreational and social activities. Begin hiking, biking, bird-watching, participating in a book club, or enjoying Christian ministry or new hobby.
- Spiritual Wellness:
This will bring the greatest stability when women enter this new stage of life. As a Christian. you can be certain that the Lord cares about you and understands your suffering. He will be your companion through this valley. Take more time to read Scripture, the Psalms and pray. This will help alleviate depression and anxiety caused by menopause. Memorizing Scripture can change your attitude about life.When the writer of Psalm 42:5 felt depressed, he talked to himself and told himself biblical truth about life, the future and God: “Why are you downcast o my soul? Why so disturbed within me? For I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my Lord.”Challenge your thinking and renew your mind according to the truth of Scripture in order to get God’s perspective on your life and experience a greater sense of wellness all-around.
Why not write out some goals to help you better manage the peri-menopausal/menopausal symptoms you are dealing with and consult with your physician about medical interventions? Determine to take better care of yourself and move forward in this new phase of life. You, too, may find that this stage is a happier experience for you as others have reported.
Finally, trust in the promises of God. Isaiah 58:11 says, “The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.”
©2004 by Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC
Dear Father God.
Lord i lift up heatehr and any who read this blog, that YOU SAID and that it will take place in there lives, as we let YOU take full control of the situation in there lives. In Jesus Mightyname amen
What I’m struggling with most is the mood swings and angry outbursts. I am a supervisor at work, and as an engineer work predominantly with men. These angry outbursts (often delivered via email, ugh!) are really causing me problems. Combine that with the remorse and guilt I feel after “the evil monster” disappears and I’m back to the real me, and I’m very discouraged. How am I supposed to be a witness when – with no warning & seemingly at the drop of a hat – I turn into someone who is far from Christlike and I have no control (and sometimes no recognition of it happening) until the damage is done??
Hi Gwendolyn, I’m sorry to hear that you did not find the article helpful. It’s definitely not our intention to heap shame on anyone. I would encourage you though not to discount the very practical effects of mental health on overall physical wellness. About a year ago I got to hear Dr. Robi Sonderegger speak. He’s a clinical psychologist who works largely with people who have experienced major traumas – earthquakes, war and that sort of thing. One of the things he said that really stuck with me is that you can change the way your body feels by changing the way you think. He explained it like this.
When our thoughts are very negative we don’t feel well. (He explained that your thinking actually impacts the chemistry of your brain which in turn amplifies or dampens certain emotions.) When we don’t feel emotionally well, we start feeling physically sick. When we feel physically sick it becomes very difficult to take action. The good news, he said, is that the cycle also works in reverse. If you choose to take action, even though you don’t feel like it your body will respond and start to feel better. When your body feels better (i.e. when you’re in less pain) your emotions will follow. When you feel emotionally stronger, your thinking will also change. You can read more about it on Dr. Robi’s site.
So maybe try it out? If you feel terrible, try going for a walk. You’re not going to feel like it at first, but try it and see if your body feels different. If you’re already walking and it’s not helping, try swimming. If you’re doing cardio, try weights. The point is to take a positive action, make a small change and see how your body reacts. It’s weird to think that you can change your emotions by getting your body moving but it’s true.
Also, this may be overstepping a little, but it sounds like you have some pretty strong emotions about your situation. Are there people making you feel like you’re not enough because you’re not able to currently do the things you did before your body started changing? Are you putting a lot of pressure on yourself? Did someone else have a very easy time of it and now they think that your experience should be easy? Every journey through menopause is different just as every pregnancy is different. Have you had a chance to talk to a counsellor? Have you tried looking for blogs from other women going through this? Blogs often focus on personal experience and you may find that the information you’re looking for is there. We also have mentors available that you are welcome to talk to. You can use this form to request a mentor.
Menopause is not fun, but I promise it won’t last forever. If your doctor is not helping is there another doctor you could see? Some areas have nursing hotlines would they be able to help? Are you able to talk to a nutritionist or a naturopath? It is incredibly frustrating when medical professional make us feel like we’re wasting their time maybe there’s someone else who can help?
Hi Gwendolyn, thank you for being honest and sharing your struggle with dealing with the changes of menopause. Here is a link that offers ten tips that may be of help to you.
http://powertochange.com/life/tipsmenopause/
Another well-meaning “get a hobby” article. Not helpful in the least bit. I’m suffering severe symptoms of perimenopause, and when I seek help from professionals I get the “oh boy another moody middle-age woman coming to me for help” look. I understand trying to spin a positive tone to encourage woman going thru hell during this time, but I would be better served being told the truth, of what to expect, and not be told to get a hobby and exercise, especially when I feel so worn out I can barely get thru the day. There really isn’t anything pleasurable about having odd bleeding at random times, feeling like crap all day, and gaining weight while eating small amounts. Why pretend that it is pleasant? That only adds shame to those of us who feel like hell and are looking for real answers.
So good to read about other women going through menopause.Im 57 , (family have late menopause) I too feel absolutely dreadful sometimes, then as a Christain , i remind myself that “this too will pass”. Recently i have even stopped calling the menopause the change of life. Why? Well Jesus tells us” He is the way the truth and the life”, Bible also tells us Jesus is the same yesterday today and forever. So i cling to the promises in Gods word, i try not to be driven by feelings, but by Gods promises. Im learning to not beat myself up when i feel too tired to do every thing i think needs doing, i just prioritize and take a little rest if i can.It really helps me to just pour out my heart to God in prsyer and sit in His presence, where we know he will never leave us or forsake us. I also remind myself of what Jesus went through on the cross and what im suffering would never compare.I also find it helpful to memorize scripture ,The Psalms are very helpful, one of my favourites is Psalm 139. I use a little talking bible during a sleepless night, this can be used with ear plugs, you can get these from Megavoice , just goggle this site and you will be able to order one.” Megavoice talking bibles” . My heart is to help others my prayer is that anyone reading this will feel encouraged , i certainly feel encouraged by your site. God Bless you.
Gwendolyn, I promise you it does get better. Menopause is a season, not a sentence. If you’re doing all the right things to be healthy (and it sounds like you are) but you still don’t feel well, consider having another talk with your doctor. There may be other things you can do to help.
I feel like Renata at time. I get stir crazy. I work out 30 mins 5 days a week and eat right.I take vitamins. I really want to know if it does get better. I am so tire of feeling like blahhhhh!
Thank you so much for this article.
I’m glad to know that I’m not alone. The lack of sleep is the worst I’ve had to deal with. I will continue to walk 3-4 times per week, take my vitamins, eat right and think positive thoughts, in addition to knowing that God is with me through this new chapter. God help me and all women going through what I’ve been going through for the past two months. I’ve also noticed my sense of smell is different. Is this common?
Dear Barbara,
TY so very much for ur support, concern, empathy, and prayers. Much appreciated! Yes, I did fill out a mentor request n am waiting for a response. TY again for ur prayers, jan
Dear Jan, Thank you for reaching out to others here and sharing some of your heartache as well with us. Cleary you have been through a great deal cover the course of many years and reaching out to one of our mentors is a great idea. I hope and pray that you will fill out the mentor form as you had commented. Depression, past suicide attempts, chronic health issues, changes of life is a lot to deal with and when you have someone that you can open up to makes a big differance in going forward in life. At this time I would like to pray for you.
Dear God, I lift Jan up to you in prayer at this moment in time. May your Spirit comfort her in all that she is going through. I ask that your Peace enter into Jan’s heart, mind, and spirit bringing forth a divine sense of joy, light and your presence. I beleive that you are a healing God and I ask that your gift of healing go to work within Jan’s precious body by the stripes of Jesus. Holy Spirit I ask that you empower Jan today to reach out for the help that you have to offer through others. In Jesus name I pray, Amen
Thanks for this site. Another good site is “34 symptoms of menopause”. Helped me to understand more.
Lifting up and praying for the many needs posted here, ESP for C.D and his family!!! Unfortunately, I can clearly understand where she was coming from. Have experienced very similar struggles with a past history of suicide attempts. In agreement with all the prayers said and lifted up for C.D.
I hv struggled with chronic health problems including thyroid, chronic back problems and pain, n chronic depression prior to menopause. Went thru many changes during peri menopause. Struggling during menopause now. Tried many dietary, herbal products, n HRT. Nothing really seemed to help.
Had been a nurse for over 20 yrs. on disability for 12 yrs. on many meds thru out the years. Meds always changing. Started meds at age 10. Am 53 now. Doctors are running out of meds to try, esp for the depression. Worked very hard on healing from many traumas/abuses. going thru menopause complicating health issues already there and discouraging considering I have gone thru so much and worked so hard to make a life.
Hard to do much. Exercise is v limited, due to severe back pain, ESP with standing. Was a swimmer for many years. Not able to do that much more now. Minimal interests or energy now. Trying to cry out to the Lord daily n clinging to His promises. Sometimes I wish I could just zip out of this body of mine and b free of pain and other struggles. Other days I pray for God to take me.
Will probably fill out a mentor request. Thank you for listening.
cd
My heart is broken for you. How tragic. I pray that our Heavenly Father will reach down and touch you and your family, bringing you comfort, despite this heart-wrenching pain. Dear Lord, please be with this family, You know more than anyone, just how deeply they are hurting, the questions, the struggles… reach down and touch them in a mighty way. Bring your servants into their life to meet their needs spiritually and emotionally during this time of sadness. In Jesus Name.
c.d. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. I cannot imagine how awful that must be. Are you familiar with the term “suicide survivors”? It’s the name counsellors give to the people who are left behind by the suicide of someone they love. I would strongly urge you to seek out a counsellor, both for yourself and for your adult children to help you as you walk through not only your grief but also the suicide itself. Both wound but in different ways. This was not your fault. It may feel like it, but it is not your fault.
I don’t know if you know, but all suicide hotlines are equipped to deal with not only people who are suicidal but also suicide survivors. If you don’t know of a counsellor, or need a first step, calling a suicide hotline can be an excellent first step. In the US the number is 1 800 SUICIDE. For all other countries in the world, there is a complete list of numbers here. There are a lot of very complicated emotions surrounding a suicide. Don’t try to sort those out on your own. You’ve been through two separate, horrible traumas, not unlike a multi-car accident. Let a professional help.
I don’t know if it’s a comfort or not, but in your wife’s last words I can hear that she knew how much you loved her. It wasn’t a question of loving her more, or loving her better. She knew, and she knew it so clearly she made sure that YOU knew that she knew. She didn’t want you to doubt that you had loved her well enough. You did.
There is no weakness in seeking out help, quite on the contrary it takes great strength. You probably don’t feel particularly strong right now, and that’s okay. This is going to hurt, but the sooner you can get under the care of a counsellor, the better. If it helps, think of it like a broken bone. Technically, yes, left alone it will heal, but it will heal mangled and crooked with much less function. If you let a doctor set the bone, it can be painful, but the result is so much better. Left untreated this will affect the way you view and receive love forever.
Can I pray for you?
Dear God in Heaven, I pray for c.d. today. I cannot imagine the grief and anguish that is in their heart today. There is probably also anger mixed in with the pain, and confusion and longing and so many broken dreams. I pray for comfort for c.d. today, would you wrap your arms around them and give them hope? Show your love to c.d. and to the children. Help them to get the assistance they need. Don’t let them fool themselves into thinking that this is something the should be able to handle on their own. It’s not. Give them the strength to accept help. I pray that you would watch over this family, give them peace when peace doesn’t make any sense at all. Help them to sleep at night. Guide them as they try to figure out how to deal with the memories of their Mom, the memories of a wife and a life lived together. Ease their pain, I pray. Bring them relief. I pray that their community would support this family and love them deeply during this awful time. In your name I pray, Amen.
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My wife of 17 years has battled menopause for 5 years and last week ended her life. I watched as she went through hell. She left me and three adult children and our hearts are broken. It became normal to come home to the person I love only to find she did not sleep last night, cried all day, hated herself and the gaining of weight. I tried so hard to comfort her. It became normal that she snapped at me and then was sorry. Her goodbye to me said “I wish I could love like you do” My heart is hurting now and I wish I could have done something to ease her pain.
dear cindy– prayer–father God i pray right now for cindy for her to get her life abck to normal i pray a healing over her and to look to you if she knows you if not help ehr to come to you through this time, i went through depression and i went on medication and now because i am in perimenopause i am on hormonal medication to help my moods, maybe ask your doctor if you can to go on medication for awhile to get through this time i am praying for you. love sharon
Hi good thing I came on this website tonite. I forget sometimes why Im experiancing what I experiance. Im really getting tired of it. Depression is the worse for me. I really want my life back and enjoy the things I used to enjoy and just be relaaxed and happy. I feel like Paul in scripture who said he’d rather be absent from the body and with the Lord except that it was better for those around him if he stayed. That is exactly how I feel. Any suggestions on how to just let go of those feeling and get back to normal living? Thanks
Thanks Doris,
I just ended a horrible 7 days of menstrual cycling. I don’t know when I have ever had such a heavy flow, except for after childbirth. I saw my Psychiatrist on Friday and he increased my Buproprion to the highest dosage of 450 mg a day, as well as increased my anxiety med (Klonipin) to 1.5 tablets 2 x daily. He was so funny, here I was trying to explain to him why I am so depressed without saying the words period, menstrual cycle etc, and when we talked about knowing it had a lot to do with hormones, he politely but with a hint of blush in his face, that he doesn’t deal with hormones. haha. I am actually looking forward to seeing my Gyn on the 25th. I will certainly visit here often, as I feel like there is so much to gain and learn from all who post here.
Glad to hear that you are able to start reading again Renata! and we are thankful that this is a safe place for all of you ladies to be able to communicate with one another and know that you are not alone on this journey of growing older.
C-A,
It’s not too surprising at all that you have felt emotional since there is so very much happening in your body along with the thought of being pregnant and then realizing you aren’t(been there done that) and then wishing you were. All this while the hormone levels in your body are ballistic and your body is trying to figure it out. Let your husband know that this is a time of literally waves of emotions hitting you and that there will be times when you are quiet as you process the changes in your body. And know that you are not alone, that all women go through these things and that you are in good company. :-) Feel free to come back and talk to us here on the site any time. In fact, we have online mentors that would also love to walk alongside of you on this journey. Just fill in the form on this page and someone will email you. http://powertochange.com/discover/talk-to-a-mentor/
Thanks for the mention of Menozac, I will remember that. I recently bought a book about memory and have started reading again. It seems to help. I have not had the ‘going crazy’ symptoms lately, but also the hot flashes decreased for a while. They have returned with that familiar unwell feeling. You are right though it is a natural thing and we managed childbirth and other huge hormonal times of change, so hopefully we will get used to it.I am working on goals with communication with the aid of reading, as hormonal changes seem to effect our relationships. This site is good as it is even difficult to bring the subject up with friends. One doesn’t want to be complaining– but these things shouldn’t be buried either. So thanks again for a place to talk.
I am so glad that I decided to do a Google search on a Christian woman’s view on Perimenopause. This is the first link that clicked. I have been having a very rough month, which started out with being almost 20 days late. Last month I was 5 days which is the first time I had missed, other than when I found out I was pregnant. You can imagine what I was thinking when I was 20 days late…which was quite confusing and overwhelming due to the fact that I had a Tubal Ligation 2.5 years ago. I certainly had mixed feelings…I was scared to think I might be pregnant, but also kind of excited as I had second thoughts about not having any more children AFTER the surgery, which was done 4 months after my youngest son was born. I am 42 years old, and started married life at the age of 34 to a man 12 years younger than me (I fought being in love with him for months due to the age difference). 2 weeks after we were married, we discovered that I was pregnant. 18 months later, we discussed trying for another baby.. that night I got pregnant. When my middle son was 5 months old, I became pregnant again, but had an early miscarriage. Shortly after that, my husband and I decided that as I was 37 at the time, we would not have any other children. However, God had other plans and a few days after my son turned 2, we discovered that I was expecting again. I had my youngest 2 months before I turned 40. So here I am at 42, working on getting my oldest (daughter) to overcome Encopresis, just recently discovering that my middle son has High Functioning Autistic Disorder, attempting to potty train our almost 3 year old, packing up our house for a move next week, and then this. My emotions are all over the place… and yes, I feel like an absolute mental case. I have been so depressed since I started my monthly 3 days ago. I feel a little let down that I was miraculously pregnant again, depressed that this means I definitely won’t be able to have more children (the choice to reverse has been taken away from me) and upset that I am getting old, when my family is so young. My husband asked me last night why I have been so quiet lately, not really talking to him much. I told him that I had a lot of confusing, irrational thoughts going through my head. He wanted me to explain, and when I tried to, he got offended and upset with me, which has only compounded the negative feelings I am having towards myself. I have no close friends living near me. My best friend, who is 15 years my senior lives 5 hours away, and I can’t talk to my Mom about this… I honestly feel so all alone. To make a lengthy post short, I am very thankful for this website and the authors advice as well as the input of all the ladies who have commented. I at least know now what I need to try to focus on. Thanks for making this website available to a very confused and emotional woman.
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Thanks Paula, Renata and Barbara for stopping by and leaving your comments. You are so right Paula, to often we just don’t even know how to ask the Doctor and feel silly bringing it up. But I also really like what Barbara said that it is important when we go thru this stage of our lives that we take a proactive approach so we know what to expect and realize that we aren’t alone in what we are feeling.
Renata, take it from someone who has been there, it doesn’t last forever!! But I totally understand the feeling of memory loss and just feeling like you are getting old too soon. It helped me to know that others were going thru the exact same thing…I wasn’t the only one that had lost my mind! Talk to your Doctor though…there is a time and place for hormones and yours might be at that time.
This is a wonderful article and all that is found within it is sound advise. I am going through such stage of life at this time and taking a proactive approach to the inevitalbe “change of life” is wise to follow. Reading up on what to expect and tips to help us through is very, very important for not only do most of us juggle the menopause phase of life but many are experiencing the “empty nest” syndrome as well. What as worked for me at this vital stage of change and God preparing me for the next level of ministry in HIS kingdom is continuing on in education, writing, and taking balanced care of this vessel that He has given. Thanks again for this wonderful, helpful, well written article.
I feel like I am a mental case and I wonder if it gets better. My husband says I am a different person- depression and no ‘giving out’,I feel as well the normal trying hot flashes that are sometimes severe and overwhelming. I eat and drink healthy choices and exercise regularly and am a committed Christian. I was happy to find somewhere to ‘talk’ on a website to a Christian as the prospect of talking about such a weakness was hard and doctor isn’t helpful -too busy. And it is hard on my husband.I also have memory losses and feel as I am aging rapidly.A worry as I wanted to go back to educate myself after one more year or so.(I still have commitments with children) I am not wanting to take drugs even for the psychological symptoms. I can’t be crazy as I wasn’t before. And I don’t like the idea of joining a support group for depression where a whole lot of sick people talk- it might accentuate the problem. But lately wonder if hormones might help. I don’t trust that though. My last period was 6 months ago. I have moments of relief when I submit to God. I can be cheerful and engage with others, but it can feel false sometimes. Thanks for a Christian article that brings this out in the open. It is good to read that it isn’t for ever. Is that really true?
we’re scared about finding out or we just feel silly asking about it. Let’s face it, the only time we go to the doctor for ourselves (as opposed to our kids) is to have a pap smear and we’re so happy for that to be over, we forget to ask our doctor about anything else relating to our own health or emotional state for that matter! therfore I purchased online Home Check Menopause kit and i tested in the comfort of the home luckily i got the result to consult with doctor
So glad to hear that this article helped you Yvonne and Sandi. Sometimes it is really hard to know where to get a Christian perspective on things in our lives so we are here to help when we can. Blessings to you both.
I am 50 and have a few periods per year and not enjoying the hot flashes which are getting worse. After consulting with my doctor, I needed to get some Christian guidance on what I should or should not be doing. Thank you, this really does help!
I’m really encouraged from this site. I appreciate the insight. To God be the glory.
Isn’t it good to know that God is still in control, even when we go through these changes in our lives that for the most part are not at all welcome. As a woman who has progressed beyond menopause, let me assure all of you wonderful ladies that it does get better. But as in all things, we do have a choice as to how we respond along the way. Remember that God is in control, not perimenopause, or menopause. Also remember that His grace is always sufficient and will be through this as well.
Finally, we have wonderful online mentors who would love to pray for you and walk alongside of you on this journey. If you would like to speak to a godly woman who will correspond with you, just fill out the information on this page and someone will email you. http://powertochange.com/discover/talk-to-a-mentor/
It’s 11 days late today, I’ve never had that happen before. The most was 5-6 days.
It’s strange, kind of scary and because I’ve always exercised seems like
it shouldn’t even be happening. I’m struggling with my mid-section widening, dry
nails and having to really motivate myself to exercise now, which I’ve always loved. I don’t think I thought this would really happen to me, so I’m in a bit of
disbelief over it. Me…getting old? I would rather think of myself as 44 not 54.
So that’s what I’m going to do, my body can do whatever it’s going to do but I am
going to carry on anyways. I know it’s a normal process, so why should I be thinking it’s strange, scary or somehow not supposed to happen? I will, with God’s support get through and past this, without letting it conquer me.
Its good to see a Christian site that trys to help women with perimenopause , its something all women will experience , but not all women have the same symptoms , sometimes I feel so alone and feel strange at times and really sad , I pray and read alot of psalms , Borage oil helps ive found a natural aid remi phemen it helps at times a Christian Doctor http://www.askdrhelen.com/ heres the web site for dr Helen Pentzanti … will answer questions and help you with natural alternitives , Synthetic Hormone replacement is very dangerous , she offers an array of natural products Dr penzanti is awesome and has been on TBN , your not alone I am going through it , just know God has a plan for each of our lives , He will never leave us or forsake us ….
i am in perimentopause and i am not liking it, thank you for a christian persective
I just need a little boost
Thank you for this article. I’m 58 (my family is late with menopause)and have been having the most difficult year and a half I have ever encountered, (care-taking of elderly parent plus my own family) I have had many changes in my life and my physical problems with added hormonal changes has compounded the problem too. Your article confirmed to me, I was on the right track and I must keep it up. Thank you again.
Thank you! I needed to hear this wonderful Christian perspective. God bless you as you have blessed me.