It’s Getting Hot in Here: A Menopausal Adventure

Keeva Brodie
Aug 18, 2024
2 min read

Ladies… have you ever felt like you’re starring in your own personal sauna commercial—minus the spa music and plus a whole lot of confusion? Welcome to menopause, the season of life where “Is it hot in here, or is it just me?” becomes your daily catchphrase.

The Heat is On: Understanding Hot Flashes

Hot flashes are like those uninvited guests who show up to your party early, don’t bring anything, and make everything awkward. One minute you're fine—cute outfit, confident energy—next minute you're sweating like you just ran a marathon you didn’t sign up for.

They hit fast, they hit hard, and they do not care about your schedule.

Fun Fact: Up to 80% of women experience hot flashes during menopause. So trust me—if you’re fanning for your life, you’re in good company.

Surviving the Heat: My Personal Tale

Picture this: I’m giving a presentation at work, feeling myself in my new outfit, hair laid, confidence on 100.

Then BOOM—here comes that familiar wave of lava.

“Where you come from?”

Suddenly, I’m melting like an ice cream cone in July while trying to sound professional.

So what did I do? I grabbed the closest file folder and started fanning myself like a church usher at revival. Was it elegant? No. Was it effective? Also no. Was it memorable? Absolutely.

Cool as a Cucumber: Tips to Beat the Heat

1. Cooling Techniques: Your New Best Friends

Mini fan: A personal wind machine—minus the Beyoncé hair flip.
Cold compresses: Keep one in your bag like a secret weapon.
Cold water bottle: Hydrates you and doubles as a neck cooler in emergencies.

2. Dietary Changes: Eat Your Way to Coolness

Skip the spicy food: Listen, I love heat… but not this kind.
Choose cooling snacks: Cucumber salads, chilled soups, frozen grapes—yes please.
Water, water, water: Stay hydrated like it’s a personality trait.
I carry a cute little red water bottle with me everywhere, okay?

3. Get Moving: Exercise Your Way to Balance

I know, I know. Exercise sounds like the last thing you want when you’re hot enough to fry an egg on your forehead. But it helps.

Swimming: Cool, refreshing, and you’re already dressed for a hot flash—win!
Walking: An evening stroll does wonders. Just don’t try it at noon in August.

4. Dress for Success (and Coolness)

Layers: Dress like an onion—you need options.
Breathable fabrics: Cotton, linen, moisture-wicking materials = lifesavers.
Cool bedding: Invest in cooling pillows and sheets. It’s like sleeping on a cloud… a very chilly cloud.

Embracing the Change

Menopause isn’t just hot flashes, mood swings, and wardrobe malfunctions. It’s a new chapter—full of wisdom, confidence, and yes… occasional perspiration.

So the next time you feel that heat creeping up, take a deep breath, grab your fan, and remember:

You’re not just hot—you’re seasoned.

(But let’s be real… it’s definitely a hot flash. I keep it honest.)

Learn More About Menopause

Visit: https://www.menopause.org/

Stay cool, stay fabulous, and keep glowing—externally and internally.

Even if sometimes… the glow is just your body overheating.