Are you sandwiched & stressed?

Jersey City

May 23, 2025

Hi there!

By the time you reach menopause you may find yourself caring for elderly parents while at the same time raising your own children. You’re sandwiched between two sets of responsibilities. Add to that a demanding job and your body behaving in erratic ways and life can quickly become overwhelming.

It’s critical that you make time for yourself. You need a room of your own, either a real room or a metaphorical one. You need someplace to escape to where you can just be and breathe.

This is particularly important during menopause when your nervous system experiences major hormonal shifts and a decline in estrogen. When this happens, the sympathetic nervous system becomes overly active, putting you into a fight or flight mode.

It’s ok to be in a fight or flight mode some of the time but going from one stressful situation to another means that you are in a fight or flight mode most of the time. That is not good. It can impact you both physically and mentally. If you’re moody or anxious most of the time you’re probably in fight or flight mode. Tingling in your hands and feet can also be a sign that your nervous system is out of balance.

You realize that you need to regulate your nervous system but how?

Lifestyles changes can make a big difference.

Focus on Stress Reduction, Sleep, Food & Movement

I offer a 12 week 1:1 wellness program to help you realign your life in a way that supports you. Becoming aware of your habits and making small changes can make a huge difference. To learn how I can help you check this link. You can also call me with any questions: (201) 927-0648.

Menopause is often challenging but you don’t need to do menopause alone. And everything changes.

You’ve got this!

Be well,

Laura

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And more...

· June 10th is the next JC Menopause Meet Up. If you have any sleep issues you don’t want to miss this one. Mark your calendar now! Mollie Busino is a therapist withHappy Memorial Day training in CBT-I. This is the gold standard for sleep issues. For more info and to register It’s free! Come and bring a friend!

· I interviewed women from perimenopause to post menopause about their menopause experience, and everyone said they didn’t have enough information. I’m offering a 3-part informational series in June. I’ll go live online for 1 hour to give information and answer questions. I’ll even discuss questions you should ask your doctor and what to do if your doctor is dismissive or ghosts you. I’m keeping the price super low because I don’t want price to be the reason that you don’t get the information you need. Join me June 16th, 23rd and 30th at 7:00pm. You will receive the link when you sign up. Menopause: What to Expect ​

· Happy Memorial Day! This weekend is the unofficial beginning of summer. What do you have planned? Whether you’re going to the beach or hanging with friends, enjoy!