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How to Establish a Consistent Self-Care Routine During Perimenopause: Easy Tips to Try


Black woman enjoying quiet time and drinking tea

You hear a lot about self-care nowadays, and people are trying to shift their mindset of giving everything we have to others before taking care of ourselves. Now, I know that might sound selfish, but that is not what I mean at all. I think we as women have it the worst when it comes to giving of ourselves, our time, and our energy to the point of burnout. We are naturally nurturing, and it comes easy to us. We are mothers, wives, friends and so much more, and all those roles can take a lot from us.

 

Once perimenopause enters the picture, this new stage of life is draining in so many ways, that self-care has to be a priority in my opinion. The shifting and diminishing of hormones takes a significant toll on our bodies physically and mentally and can be detrimental to us as well. In fact, Dr. Mindy Pelz says it is during perimenopause and between the ages of 45 to 55 that women are most susceptible to committing suicide. We must take care of ourselves ladies. We cannot give anything to anyone if we have exhausted ourselves. You may be familiar with some key areas that we should be focusing on during perimenopause like strength training, nutrition and regular checkups, but let me offer some other perimenopause self-care tips for you to consider.

black woman the farmers market shopping

Find a new hobby to enjoy. Has there been something you have always wanted to do or try, but didn't have the time or you were scared? Do it! Introducing something new, is a good way to challenge your mind, and push beyond some limits you may have had. I have been horrible with growing and keeping plants alive, yet I have wanted to garden. It is my intention to grow a single item this year and see how that goes. I have had to tell myself it is ok to pick one thing and try it. Take baby steps. If it does not work, sure it will be disappointing, but what if it does. My point is to choose something you have been interested in to focus on and enjoy. This will also help reduce stress which is always necessary during this perimenopause stage.

cup of tea to drink for self care

We all know keeping social connections with family and friends is important. It fills us up in so many ways and can add to our lifespan according to best selling author and Blue Zones researcher, Dan Buettner. While I see this as a crucial component to our lives in general, let me encourage you to also make time to sit with yourself in peace and quiet as a form of self-care. All the hustle and bustle of life can be chaotic, and sometimes we need stillness. It is a time to reflect and evaluate yourself and how you are doing. So, whether it is journaling, praying, or sitting with your favorite cup of coffee, take some time to enjoy a moment by yourself too.

Black woman sleeping in bed.

This last one you have heard before, but I am going to stress it again because it seems to be a common issue for us all. Get some sleep! I mean prioritize it. In talking to many of you, perimenopause insomnia is a big problem. I am working to figure my way through it, but it is an absolute priority right now. Our bodies need rest so it can do the work it needs to do and recover from all the changes it is going through. I started taking the Magnesium Glycinate supplement that was recommended to me, and I am going to document over 30 days to see if I notice any changes.

 

Let’s not wait, and let’s not let self-care become just a buzzword. The earlier we can start, the better grasp we will have on prioritizing ourselves so we can be there for others. I even encourage you to talk to your daughters sooner rather than later, so their journey is a little easier than ours. We all deserve good self care, and it starts with us. What is your favorite form of self-care?

 

 

 

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