KIKI Diaries
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Your Perimenopause Toolkit: Products & Practices That Actually Help
We've talked about what's happening and how to prepare - now it's time for the practical bit. Your complete toolkit for navigating perimenopause with confidence. From period care that actually handles flooding, to pain relief that goes with you, to stress management tools that genuinely lower cortisol and support your hormones. Everything you need to thrive through this transition, not just survive it.
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When Your Period Changes: What's Really Happening in Your 30s and 40s
Perimenopause can start in your mid-to-late 30s (yes, really). Your hormones begin fluctuating - sometimes wildly - and that directly affects your cycle.
Heavier periods, flooding, larger clots, unpredictable timing - these aren't signs something's wrong. They're signs your body is transitioning.
But when disposable pads can't keep up anymore, it can feel like your body's betraying you. You deserve better than that constant worry about leaks.
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Preparing for Perimenopause: What to Do in Your Late 30s (So You Can Sail Through It)
Hi lovely, If you're in your late 30s or early 40s, you might not be thinking much about perimenopause yet. Maybe your periods are still regular, your energy's still good, and the whole thing feels like something for "later." But...
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Why Your Period is Your 5th Vital Sign (And What It’s Telling You)
Your period isn’t just something to get through, it’s one of the most powerful ways your body communicates with you.
In this blog, I share why your menstrual cycle is considered your 5th vital sign, what your flow, cramps, and cycle length might be telling you, and how to start listening so you can feel more balanced all month long.
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How Seasons Affect Your Period (And What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You)
As the seasons shift, have you noticed your period feels different - heavier flow, stronger cramps, or PMS that hits harder? You’re not imagining it. Your menstrual cycle is deeply connected to your environment, and autumn’s shorter days, cooler temperatures, and busier schedules can all affect how your body feels.
In this post, I’m breaking down why your cycle changes with the seasons, what symptoms are completely normal right now, and the small but powerful steps you can take to support your body, from Ayurvedic-inspired warming foods to stress-busting rituals.
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What My Ayurvedic Mum Taught Me About Heavy Periods (That Your Doctor Probably Won't Tell You)
Growing up with Ayurvedic wisdom, I learned that heavy periods aren't "just how some women are" - they're your body communicating something important. Discover the 3 simple rules my mum taught me about managing heavy periods naturally: warm water only, warming spices, and keeping digestion flowing. These ancient principles could be the gentle starting point you've been looking for to balance your hormones naturally.
