Hey Sister! Journal – Period, Menopause & Wellness Insights

Ladies, get ready to embark on an enlightening journey through the vibrant landscape of women’s health, where the intricate dance of diet, periods, and the enigmatic entity known as endometriosis takes centre stage. Our mission? To demystify the complexities, share the latest research, and sprinkle a dash of innovation.
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Perimenopause in the Workplace: Why It’s Time to Talk About It (Hot Flushes and All)
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Perimenopause in the Workplace: Why It’s Time to Talk About It (Hot Flushes and All)

Picture this: You’re in the middle of a big meeting. Your slides are perfect, your points are sharp, and suddenly - BAM - a hot flush hits like an internal explosion. Your face is burning, sweat is...
Feeling Burnt Out by Christmas? Here’s Why - and What to Do
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Feeling Burnt Out by Christmas? Here’s Why - and What to Do

You’ve got the tree up, the prawns on ice, and the presents perfectly wrapped. But just as you’re about to collapse into holiday mode - bam! A scratchy throat, a pounding headache, and your body sa...
PMDD vs Period Pain: What’s the Difference, and Why You Deserve Better
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PMDD vs Period Pain: What’s the Difference, and Why You Deserve Better

Ah, periods. That monthly guest who barges in uninvited, overstays her welcome, and leaves chaos in her wake. For some, it’s all about mild cramps and bingeing on snacks while re-watching Bridget J...
Anxiety & Your Period: Why Your Hormones Love a Good 3am Panic Party
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Anxiety & Your Period: Why Your Hormones Love a Good 3am Panic Party

Let’s be real: your period doesn’t just show up with cramps and cravings - it often brings along an unwanted guest: anxiety.If you’ve ever found yourself lying awake at 3am, heart racing, brain spi...
Is Dairy, Gluten, or Stress Behind Your PMS Drama? Let’s Find Out
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Is Dairy, Gluten, or Stress Behind Your PMS Drama? Let’s Find Out

Dairy, Gluten, and Stress: Are They Wrecking Your PMS? In the lead-up to the silly season, we thought it’d be a great time to chat about some unexpected PMS culprits - dairy, gluten, and stress. Th...
Brain Fog, Mood Swings, and Hormonal Hijinks: What’s Really Going On?
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Brain Fog, Mood Swings, and Hormonal Hijinks: What’s Really Going On?

Some days, you’re smashing your to-do list like a boss. Other days, you’re standing in the kitchen wondering why you walked in there in the first place. Sound familiar? If brain fog, mood swings, a...
Why Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms Flare Up During the Holidays (And What You Can Do About It)
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Why Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms Flare Up During the Holidays (And What You Can Do About It)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year—until those holiday habits start to magnify perimenopause and menopause symptoms. With summer heat already pushing us to our limits, late nights, festive b...
Why Your Period Pain Might Be Acting Up Over the Holidays (And What You Can Do About It)
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Why Your Period Pain Might Be Acting Up Over the Holidays (And What You Can Do About It)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…except for that stubborn holiday guest who just won’t leave: inflammation. Yep, the culprit behind why some of us feel more like the Grinch than Mrs. Claus ...
From Couch to Christmas Cheer: Why Sarah’s Ready to Party This Holiday Season!
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From Couch to Christmas Cheer: Why Sarah’s Ready to Party This Holiday Season!

I was catching up with my friend Sarah yesterday, and she reminded me exactly why working at Hey Sister! is the best experience of my life. Sarah confessed she’d lost count of all the holidays and ...