Gentle Tips for Staying Cool, Balanced & Energized
Perimenopause can be unpredictable on its own—but add in the heat of summer and things can feel even more intense. Hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, and mood swings don’t exactly pair well with triple-digit temperatures and busy family schedules.
If you're feeling a little off this season, you're not alone. But there are simple, natural ways to support your body and feel more like you again.
Here’s how to stay grounded and glowing—even in the summer heat.
☀️ 1. Stay Cool (Literally & Hormonally)
Hydration is your best friend.
Hormonal shifts can make us more prone to dehydration, so drink up! Aim for half your body weight in ounces of filtered water daily. Add a pinch of sea salt or fresh lemon for extra mineral support.
Hormonal shifts can make us more prone to dehydration, so drink up! Aim for half your body weight in ounces of filtered water daily. Add a pinch of sea salt or fresh lemon for extra mineral support.
Essential oils for the win:
- Peppermint: Roll on the back of your neck or spritz with water for an instant cooling effect.
- Clary Sage: Apply over your lower belly or ankles for hormone balance.
- Progessence Plus (Young Living): One drop a day supports natural progesterone levels.
Lighten your layers:
Choose natural, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen. And don't be afraid to rest in the shade or take that afternoon nap—your body is working hard.
Choose natural, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen. And don't be afraid to rest in the shade or take that afternoon nap—your body is working hard.
🍓 2. Summer Foods That Support Hormones
This season is full of vibrant, healing foods. Embrace them!
- Berries (especially raspberries and blueberries): rich in antioxidants and fiber
- Leafy greens: toss into salads or smoothies
- Cold-pressed olive oil, flaxseed & avocado: hormone-friendly fats
- Grilled salmon or eggs: for healthy protein and omega-3s
Skip or limit:
- Sugar and alcohol (triggers for hot flashes and mood swings)
- Iced coffee overload (caffeine can spike cortisol—opt for iced herbal teas like mint or raspberry leaf instead)
🧘♀️ 3. Support Your Nervous System (and Sanity)
Summer often brings later nights, travel, and family gatherings. Beautiful—but also draining.
Create tiny moments of calm:
- Diffuse Lavender or Cedarwood before bed
- Use Magnesium for better sleep
- Take slow walks in the early morning or evening
- Journal, pray, or simply breathe deeply in the quiet
Remember: rest is productive. Your hormones need it to reset and rebalance.
👩👧👦 4. Grace Over Guilt
Perimenopause can feel like a rollercoaster, especially when you’re juggling being a wife, mom, grandma, and everything in between. But here's the truth:
You don’t have to do it all.
You don’t have to do it all.
This summer, give yourself permission to:
- Say no without guilt
- Rest without explanation
- Ask for help
- Put your wellness first
You’re not broken. Your body is transitioning. And with the right tools and support, this can be a season of powerful transformation.
💛 Let’s Walk This Together
Whether you’re just beginning to notice changes or deep in the middle of hormone chaos, know this: you're not alone. On my blog, I share simple, natural ways to thrive in this stage of life—with essential oils, faith, and a whole lot
Until next time, stay cool—inside and out.
Blessings,
Anna
Anna
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