Perimenopause and Menopause

There are a large number of essential oils and supplements that can support this transition, so here I will share my personal protocol, its what I’ve used to manage my transition and have been able to share with many clients with great effect.

There is no governing body regarding essential oils, Purity is key for effectiveness.  Any oil can say its therapeutic grade, but these alls may not be pure, may have fillers and the plants they come from may not have high levels and quality of the compounds within which is why I use DoTerra.  Yes, they are more expensive, but if you want to know more about why I use them click here for more details

The perimenopause marks the transition to the menopause ( marked at 1 year after your last period), and there are 2 stages, whch i will tr y to loosely clarify. Loosely as these fluctuations can vary.

There are 2 stages to the perimenopause:

• Progesterone, natures calmer drops, well plummets and as a result it’s common to experience anxiety, mood swing, sleep disturbance, early morning waking, brain fog. Due to this drop, oestrogen now is not opposed and as a result is in dominance resulting in heavy periods, increased pain similar to endometriosis in many, passing clots, and irregular cycles.
• Oestrogen then starts to fall, resulting in sore breasts, brain fog, irregular periods, sleep disturbance, joint pain, night seats, hot flushes, low libido, brain fog, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, weight gain, thinning hair….

Not everyone experiences the same

It’s important to point out that not everyone experiences symptoms and some women sail through, while others really struggle, with a whole host of variance in between.

This supports the idea that there is a possibility that many of the symptoms could be adrenal fatigue. This is significant, as when oestrogen levels drop, the adrenals take up the slack and produce some oestrogen. Clever eh?

But, when you are experiencing regular stress, anxiety, worry, your adrenals are working too hard and can’t take up the slack.

So, its not just about replacing hormones, it’s about supporting the adrenals and other body systems too, such as the liver and digestion.

My Oils and Supplements to support this transition. As a basis:

Perimenopause: Clary calm, Adaptiv, Phytoestrogen Complex

Menopause: Adaptiv, Womens Health Kit (Clary Calm, Phytoestrogen Compex, Bone Nutrient Complex)

Prices are shown as retail and wholesale. A £24 anual fee allows you access to wholesale prices, for considerable savings

Clary Calm

This rollerball blend has adaptogenic oils and herbs aimed at balancing hormones

• Designed specifically for women, ClaryCalm helps balance mood and soothe heightened emotions throughout the month
• Provides a cooling sensation when applied topically to the skin
• ClaryCalm can be used to balance emotions, support mood and maintain overall wellbeing

Ingredients: Clary Sage Flower, Lavender Flower, Bergamot Peel, Roman Chamomile Flower, Cedarwood Wood, Ylang Ylang Flower, Geranium Plant, Fennel Seed, Carrot Seed, Palmarosa Herb, and Vitex Leaf/Berry essential oils.

I apply this to:

• my lower abdomen morning and evening, more so if on my bleed.
• to the uterus and ovary reflex points on my wrists or ankles
• soles of the feet
• forehead if experiencing a heated moments for a cooling, soothing effect during a hot flash (but I’ve just had 2 I think!)
• I Keep 1 in bag and one on your bed-side table for easy, convenient use

• £30.33 (retail) £22.75 (Wholesale)

Phytoestrogen plus

Beginning as a young adult, almost every function of a woman’s body is controlled by hormones. A balance of normal hormone levels will influence a woman’s good health and emotional well-being from her early teens to her transition through menopause. doTERRA Women Phytoestrogen Essential Complex is a blend of standardized plant phytoestrogens that support hormone balance gently and naturally. It also includes concentrated flax seed lignans to promote healthy metabolism. Eating right, exercising, and balancing hormone levels can help reduce uncomfortable issues associated with PMS and the transition through menopause, and will provide additional support for healthy bones, heart, breast tissue, and other body structures and function as a woman ages.

Pre- and peri-menopausal women, take one (1) to two (2) capsules daily with food or as needed. Post-menopausal women, take two (2) capsules daily with food, ideally formulated to be taken with doTERRA Women Bone Nutrient Essential Complex, doTERRA ClaryCalm® monthly essential oil blend, and Lifelong Vitality Pack

£48.00 (retail) £36.00 (wholesale)

Bone Nutrient:

£19.33 retail, £14.50 wholesale

Women’s wellness kit

A great way to buy the women’s health products together, with savings.

Includes Clary Calm, Phytoestrogen Complex and Bone Nutrient Complex

Wholesale only £60

Adaptiv

This is a relatively new blend to the UK and oh my goodness. It includes oils that are known to reduce cortisol, many that i used to mix myself , so this has made life so much easier and who doesn’t need that.

When you feel the need for a calming boost, Adaptiv is your solution. Adaptiv is a proprietary blend that combines Wild Orange, Lavender, Copaiba, Spearmint, Magnolia, Rosemary, Neroli, and Sweetgum essential oils. Lavender provides calming effects while Wild Orange uplifts.

Keep Adaptiv on hand to help comfort you in new surroundings or situations. Use Adaptiv in combination with the Adaptiv Touch for synergistic results.

I use this blend in a diffuser and also apply to the skin on a carrier oil. I also carry an nasal inhaler that has the oils . If you purchase thrugh me, I’ll et you know exactly how to do this

Uses of Adaptiv

• Soak in a relaxing Epsom Salt bath by adding three to four drops of Adaptiv diluted in 5mls of carrier oil to bathwater.
• Mix 5 drops with 10mls Fractionated Coconut Oil for a soothing massage.

Additional support options

There are essential oils that support many aspects of health both physically and emotionally

Sleep: Lavender, Vetiver, Roman Chamomile, Pettigrain ar great examples. I love the Restful Blend, called Serenity, a powerful blend of lavender, Vetiver and Roman Chomomile

Stress, Anxiety: Lavender, Pettigrain, Bergamot, Copaiba (my absolute go to), Adaptv-calming Blend, Balance – Grounding Blend

Oils to help lower cortisol: Lavender, Frankinsense, Bergamot, Wild Orange, Ylang Ylang, Rosemary, Marjoram, Neroli, Clary Sage

Do get in touch and book a free call for advice and support if needed

How to purchase

dōTERRA is a direct selling company, like tropic, Stella and Dot as was, so not available I shops or selling sites (and if you find it on a selling site, its not meant be ther so can be risky to purchase as it may get set down before you get your goods, if they are genuine goods)

This means that they enlist the help of people like me. This ensures education and support

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