S1 E22: Dry and Itchy Skin, Tight Muscles 😩

A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey

August 11, 2021 ∙ 26 mins

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2 more menopausal symptoms? 😳; I NEED my favorite breakfast shakes! ☹️; Dry and itchy skin; Muscle tension; Next week’s podcast topic

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey

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Date

August 11, 2021

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26 mins

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S1 E22: Dry and Itchy Skin, Tight Muscles 😩

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S1 E15: Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues 😖

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Sore Breasts “(.)(.)” and Weight Gain 😕

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Bloating 🤢

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 2 – Effects On Relationships

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings – Part 1 🤬

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Night Sweats 🥵

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