Well, this is hot.
One minute you're getting on with your life. The next you're awake at 3am, sweating through your pyjamas and wondering why everyone has suddenly started breathing so bloody loudly. Perimenopause and menopause can be an absolute pain and it's about time we stopped pretending otherwise.
Someone's sent you a few things to make the hot, tired, uncomfortable bits a little more bearable. We've got a fan, we've got chocolate, and yes, we're going to talk about your vulva...
The Good Stuff...
PROBABLY FULL OF EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE TOTE
For your fan, chocolate, glasses, phone and the seventeen things you put in your bag and immediately forgot about.
Spacious, practical and not remotely interested in being subtle.
DEEP SLEEP PULSE POINT OIL
Lavender and chamomile for a gentle bedtime ritual. Particularly nice when your brain seems convinced 2.36am is a perfectly reasonable time to start thinking about absolutely everything.
HOT WOODEN FAN
For when your internal thermostat decides to go completely rogue.
No batteries or complicated instructions, just unfurl, fan vigorously and resist the urge to climb into the office fridge.
SMUG LAVENDER WHEAT WRAP
A soft lavender wheat wrap you can warm or chill according to the instructions. For sofa time, cosy evenings and those moments when a little comfort sounds particularly lovely.
LIPS VULVA BALM
Because vulvas deserve skincare too.
A balm designed for external intimate skin, including dryness and friction. Use as directed. If you're experiencing persistent discomfort, please get it checked rather than simply putting up with it.
YES STUDIO EYE MASKS
Two little skincare treats for tired eyes. Also an excellent reason to lie down for ten minutes and temporarily withdraw from whatever nonsense is happening around you.
OTHERLY SALTED CARAMEL OATM*LK CHOCOLATE
Creamy, plant-based chocolate with salted caramel and sea salt. Delicious and entirely uncomplicated… which is more than we can say for your hormones.
AND ANOTHER THING...
You don't have to quietly put up with symptoms that are affecting your life. Ask the questions, have the conversations, get proper advice, and please don't feel embarrassed about any of it.
It's your body, you're allowed to talk about it.
Welcome to the club. We've got fans.
With love,
A LITTLE PRACTICAL NOTE...
Lovely things still come with instructions.
Please read the packaging before using anything in your box, including ingredients, allergens, warnings and usage guidance.
These are comfort and everyday-care products, not medical treatments. If you're unsure whether something is suitable for you, particularly during pregnancy, recovery or medical treatment, please check with your healthcare professional first.
When in doubt, check it out.
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