S1 E24: Dry, Itchy Skin đŸŒ”

A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey

August 25, 2021 20 mins

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Perimenopause, menopause and dry, itchy skin; Sonya and Dell Curry divorcing after 33 years of marriage â˜č; Do what’s best for YOU and YOUR family!

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Episode

25

Date

August 25, 2021

Length

20 mins
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  • S1 E30: Perimenopausal Depression 😞

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  • S1 E28: Allergies đŸ‘ƒđŸŸ

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  • S1 E27: A Potential Karen Episode Thwarted

    I talk about steps I took to curb what could have been a potential “Karen” episode for me.

  • S1 E26: Irritability – Part 2

    Part 2 focuses more on the importance of self-awareness and the need to be hyper vigilant about out mental, emotional and spiritual health.

  • S1 E25: Irritability – Part 1

    Part 1 deals with the effects of perimenopausal and menopausal Irritability in families, relationships and the workplace

  • S1 E24: Dry, Itchy Skin đŸŒ”

    Perimenopause, menopause and dry, itchy skin; Sonya and Dell Curry divorcing after 33 years of marriage â˜č; Do what’s best for YOU and YOUR family!

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  • S1 E22: Dry and Itchy Skin, Tight Muscles đŸ˜©

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    Update on Mirena Coil; Memory Lapses; Brittle Nails

  • S1 E20: Menopausal Hair Loss

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  • S1 E19: Perimenopausal/Menopausal Fatigue 😞

    Leslie Jones is TIRED!; Menopausal Fatigue; The importance of sexuality in menopausal women

  • S1 E18: Difficulties In Concentration, Dizziness 🌀

    Difficulties in concentration; Dizziness; Menopause Myths Debunked; Sources; Next Week’s Topics

  • S1 E17: Tingling Sensation in the Extremities, Sleeping Difficulties đŸ˜”â€đŸ’«

    Tingling sensation in the extremities; sleeping difficulties; Ageism in the workplace and its effect on the economy; Today’s disturbing trend among younger people (and those of a certain age) towards marriage and committed relationships; Sources; Next Week’s Symptom(s)

  • S1 E16: Anxiety 😓

    Anxiety; A personal account of my struggle with it; Two accounts of middle-aged women losing their cool out in the community; My thoughts on Jada Pinkett Smith and her increasingly inappropriate behavior towards husband Will Smith

  • S1 E15: Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues 😖

    Personal update; Menopause In The Workplace (@Quicktake from Twitter), Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues, Social Media Recommendation for the Week, Sources, Next Wednesday’s Topic

  • S1 E14: Electric Shock, Burning Mouth Syndrome, Mariah Carey Leaves Her Label, Mirena Coil Update

    Electric shocks and burning mouth syndrome are normal menopausal symptoms. Mariah Carey makes a career change. Did she or did she not burn bridges in the process? And an update on my love/hate relationship with Mirena

  • A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: Headaches and Joint Pain đŸ˜©

    Headaches, joint pain and pain in general 😖

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Changes In Libido – This one’s INTENSE! 😅

    I’m discussing how the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause can negatively impact sexual intimacy with our partners; how acknowledging the issue doesn’t absolve our obligation to meet the sexual needs of our spouses; and I also discuss ways we can enlist the assistance of our spouses to help us help them in meeting their […]

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

    Sore breasts, perimenopausal weight gain, Social Media Recommendation For The Week

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Bloating đŸ€ą

    Bloating, Rant (April Jobs Report, response from government and social media, and my feelings on it), Social Media Recommendation for the week

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 3 – Melinda Gates Called It Quits?!? 😼

    The dissolution of a marriage due to menopause from a man’s point of view; discussing Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce; Social Media Recommendation for the Week

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

    Today we’re discussing how Perimenopausal Rage and Menopausal Anger can negatively impact relationships, and how we can work to turn those situations around for the better.

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings – Part 1 đŸ€Ź

    Hormonal imbalances really can cause uncontrollable anger and fits of rage in the perminopausal/menopausal woman. But we don’t have to let it ruin our lives. Part 1 discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment for perimenopausal rage and menopausal anger.

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Night Sweats đŸ„”

    Night Sweats; Social Media Recommendation For The Week; DMX (RIP)

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Vaginal Dryness 😳

    Vaginal Dryness; Sarah Palin – but not in the way YOU think!; Paul Pierce; Social Media Recommendation For The Week

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Hot Flashes đŸ„”

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  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey – Irregular Periods

    Defining Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding after Menopause, Discussing Treatment Options, Personal Care and sharing my Social Media Recommendation for The Week

  • A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: The 34 Symptoms of Menopause

    Topics:  Black Women’s Health Problems During Menopause – Article; The 34 Symptoms Of Menopause;  Entertainment Topic of Conversation: Stacy Dash At The Crossroads 

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey: Introduction and Disclaimers

    Introduction, Disclaimers, Reason for Podcast, Content and Tone, Appreciation for all new listeners!!!

  • A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey (Trailer)

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A Middle Aged Woman’s Menopausal Journey

What I’m going to talk about: – Menopause and perimenopause – The body/mind and spiritual changes that come with that – Relief suggestions (these are ONLY suggestions, not cures or remedies. Check with a doctor to see what’s best for you) – The effects of living life in today’s society as a middle-aged woman – […]

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