Hello there! 

Glad you stopped by today, because we need to have a talk!

The 2nd Talk, that is.

Puberty was not that fun.

Menopause/peri-menopause is even less fun.

Women probably remember having a “first talk” that explained their changing bodies as they were approaching puberty. But as women approach menopause, many are hesitant to discuss this very normal life stage, and they enter it feeling unprepared and anxious.

At least with puberty you felt like you were growing up, and becoming a woman. I recall I was excited to look and feel grown-up.

I wanted breasts so bad, I even recall stuffing a time or two. 🙂

Just sayin’…I bet you may have too!

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Now, growing older, I am not so excited, and I can guarantee you I am not stuffing anymore…

I am looking more into hoisting options now.

So here it is around six months after my first post for Poise, and my menopause symptoms are now in full force.

Did I think they were going away anytime soon?

No, not really! I am just surprised and concerned by the duration.

The biggest problem I am experiencing right now is that when I laugh I have less bladder control. {I pee} TMI, sorry, but it’s true, and I like to laugh A LOT, so you can only imagine…

But aside from that,

the other biggest problem right now are

the hot flashes!!~

I feel like Goldilocks: first I am hot, then I’m cold, then I’m just right.

I am all over the place at night. Sometimes I go to bed freezing, and then in the middle of the night, I am tearing off the covers and getting annoyed with myself for breaking out in a sweat.

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Oh, and this is NOT only in the evenings anymore. This happens in the car during the day, sitting on the couch, just random times of the day. My body temperature just does not get comfortable. To break out in a sweat in the middle of the afternoon, for no rhyme or reason, is just downright ANNOYING and uncomfortable.

Especially if you are around people.

So when Poise offered me the chance to try out and review the Roll-On Cooling Gel or Personal Lubricant,

I chose the gel, as that is my biggest issue right now.

Poise Roll-On Cooling Gel lasts up to 10 minutes and helps you feel comfortable and refreshed. Not to mention it is lightly scented too.

I have nothing to lose…

except maybe a hot flash or two.

That’s why Poise started The 2nd Talk campaign–to help make this life stage better for all women by giving them the confidence to talk about menopause in a whole new way and to better prepare them for this time in their lives.

Now, keep in mind Poise has a complete line of products:

Roll-On Cooling Gel helps you feel comfortable and refreshed. Squeeze the tube and gently roll the cooling gel on wrists, chest or neck for a cooling sensation that lasts up to 10 minutes. Body Cooling Towelettes offer instant cooling and refreshment. Gently wipe the towelette on wrists, chest or neck to feel cool and comfortable. Featuring a portable, resealable package, these towelettes are easy to use anywhere you go.  Personal Lubricant is designed to enhance your intimate experience. This lubricant features an easy-to-use bottle and is made without fragrance, glycerin or parabens.  Panty Fresheners have a fresh and clean scent that lasts up to four hours. These discreet, hypoallergenic fresheners stick to the outside of your undergarments so you can confidently go about your day. Feminine Wash provides daily freshness with a unique formulation that is pH balanced for your intimate area. Glycerin and paraben free, this gentle wash will help you feel clean and confident.

I have been using the cooling gel for almost a week now, as needed.

Like last evening, for example.

I can tell you it is a wonderful and relieving product.

It even smells good and has moisturizer in it.

Get a free sample by clicking here or download a coupon here.

 

 

So now tell me, ladies,

How are you approaching life’s changes confidently?

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