In TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) menopause is known as a woman’s “second spring,”

It’s cool that there are congresswomen working to advance studies of this phase of a woman’s life. But rather than studying it like a disease - wouldn’t it be cool if there was study done of the ways we can adjust our lifestyles, consumption habits, and social conditions to NOT suffer, but rather thrive.

Ask an acupuncturist for help with those hot flashes too. I went through the change 4 years ago and got tremendous relief from tools that are older (and more effective) than modern medicine.

Also, condolences for your daughter’s passing. Oof. All the love to you mama.