Why I went off The Pill two decades after deciding not to have kids
At 18, I decided that I never wanted to have kids. Now that I’m 41 and have a successful corporate career behind me, I’ve changed my mind.
What it’s like for a former female bodybuilder to lift weights after menopause
Your body isn't the same after menopause. This former bodybuilder shares what changed for her, as well as an exercise hack that actually works post-menopause.
What to do when your COVID anxiety outlasts the pandemic
After 2020, everyone's a little bit anxious. But for some of us the anxiety hasn't faded, even as vaccinations are widely available and the world re-opens.
Perimenopause power? Yep, your hormones want to tell you more than you think
Maisie Hill talks about how the “autumn phase of life” is about so much more than hot flashes. Perimenopause is an opportunity to confront your suppressed feelings and write your next chapter.
Hormone Rehab: an excerpt of ‘Perimenopause Power’ by Maisie Hill
Perimenopause will work you like you’ve never been worked before, but it’s possible that this hormonal and psychological transition will give you exactly what you need in order to be equipped for your remaining years.
What are the best perimenopause supplements, vitamins, hormones, and foods?
Looking for relief from hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, and other perimenopause symptoms? Here's advice from a woman who’s tackling perimenopause like a boss.
Stability wasn’t sexy before the pandemic. Maybe now it is?
Pre-pandemic, many of us were functional—though maybe not comfortable—in our go-fast, win-fast lifestyles. After the most destabilizing year in recent memory, some of us are asking, "I want stability, is that okay?"
Many weed enthusiasts agree: sex and cannabis are a great combo
Sex and cannabis have long been in cahoots—just look at tantric texts. Author Danielle Simone Brand writes about how weed got her to "unrelenting waves of hell yeahs." Spoiler: it's not just about increased blood flow.
The complete guide to cannabis for women in midlife
When you think about cannabis, you're probably not imagining a middle-aged woman toking up. However, cannabis has unrivaled benefits for sex, motherhood, and menopause. Read our exhaustive guide on how to incorporate cannabis into your life as a grown woman.
Stuck in a rut? 8 ways to get your groove back
“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” — Dalai Lama