Sleep was the first thing menopause took from me. For months, I barely slept at all — and I learned how deeply rest shapes everything from mood to metabolism. Here’s what’s really happening to our midlife bodies, and the gentle science that helps us rest again.

Midlife brings unexpected changes to our skin — from itchy scalps and dry patches to sagging and loss of elasticity. My journey through menopausal skin taught me how much hormones impact collagen, hydration, and texture, and how the right routines, supplements, and self-care can make all the difference.

Midlife isn’t just hot flashes and joint pain—it’s a season of questions, sparks, and unexpected joys. In this first Midlife Musings post, I share my own perimenopause journey, the realities no one talks about (hello itchy skin!), and the bigger shifts that come with this stage of life. Join the conversation and connect with a community navigating the real midlife journey together.