We often hear the stories of hot flashes, mood swings, night sweats, and many other terrible things about menopause from our friends, mothers, relatives, and co-workers. Some of us who are approaching the mid 40s are terrifying about the upcoming changes to our bodies. There are some women who start experiencing these symptoms as early as late 30s and while others early 50s. It all depends on individual woman. But one way or the other, everyone goes through it. It might not be as bad as they sound when it happens to you. Some women celebrate and welcome menopause. Others dread the happening.
One women states that she was thrilled because the years of cramps and bloating have ended. How nervous you feel, you will make it through. It’s just like child birth, no classes can prepare you for the real thing. When you go through it, it might not be all that nad. Menopause is part of a woman’s life. You should celebrate and embrace it as you’re going to enter a new chapter of your life.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.