Sep 25 • General discussion
HRT: The 2nd biggest question I get asked
The menopause transition has a way of shaking up your life in ways you don’t expect. For me, it wasn’t just about the hot flashes or the brain fog—it was the overwhelming sense of losing myself. I didn’t feel like the person I once was. Some people choose not to take HRT. Other cannot. After researching my options, I made the personal decision to go on HRT, and I want to share my experience in hopes that it might help you feel less alone in your own journey....
First, let me say this: deciding whether or not to take HRT is deeply personal. Every woman’s menopause experience is unique, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. For me, HRT offered the opportunity to address some of the acute physical and emotional symptoms I was facing, including mood swings, sleepless nights, anxiety, and debilitating fatigue. My symptoms came on suddenly and severely at a time when no one else in my circle could relate to what was happening to me. Taking the HRT immediately offered relief.
This is important: The WHI (Women's Health Institute ) Study released in 2002 was debunked for many reasons. It suggested that there was increased risk with cancer and HRT but as it turns out, it was a skewed study. Here is more. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3963523/
That said, HRT wasn’t a cure-all. While it immediately softened many of the intense symptoms I was dealing with, it wasn’t until I committed to a consistent routine of healthy eating, stress management, exercise, and sleep hygiene that I began to feel like myself again. HRT gave me the relief I needed to start building those habits, but the real transformation came from addressing my overall lifestyle.
Women's studies have been severely neglected. I personally believe menopausal women are still one of the most underserved communities in our medical system. Here is a great article from Time magazine that may shock you.
HRT played an important role in my journey, but it was just one piece of the puzzle. When combined with lifestyle changes, it helped me not only manage my symptoms but also reclaim my sense of identity and joy.
If you’re considering HRT or exploring other options for menopause relief, know this: you’re not alone. There’s no right or wrong answer—just the path that feels best for you and your body.
xoChristie
PS: the #1 question I get asked? How do I lose this menopause weight? I'm hosting a free masterclass all about menopause weight gain, debunking myths and laying it all out for you. Just leave a comment below if you'd like to join us. I'll send you the link.
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HRT: The 2nd biggest question I get asked
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