THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 1:

Wait, What Was I Saying? Menopause, Brain Fog, and How to Fight Back A Personal Note from Jude: Why I’m Writing This Menopause & Memory Series: As a woman in my late 40s, I know all too well the rollercoaster of perimenopause. During a recent GP visit to...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 4:

Mood, Menopause & Memory - Untangling the Mental Load Have you ever felt teary, overwhelmed, or flat and then completely forgotten what you were doing, why you walked into a room, or what someone just said? You’re not imagining it. Mood, memory, and menopause are...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 3:

Sleep, Hot Flashes & Memory Lapses: Breaking the Cycle of Brain Drain   You lie awake sweating, tossing and turning and the next day, you can’t find your words, your keys, or your energy. Sleep disruption is one of the top reasons women experience cognitive...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 2:

Estrogen & Your Brain: Why This Hormone Matters More Than You Think When people talk about perimenopause and menopause, the focus is usually on hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disruption but one of the biggest shifts is happening inside your brain. Estrogen isn’t...

Why Focus Matters: The Secret to a Sharper Brain and Better Memory

Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Or read the same sentence over and over without taking it in? You’re not alone — and it might not be your memory that’s failing. It could be your attention. In today’s world of constant pings, pop-ups, and...

‘Senior moments’ – Are they Memory Loss?

Occasional memory lapses happen – at any age. You may misplace everyday items, fail to recall the name of someone you just met, or forget to do something. Sound familiar? There’s a reason for that. Cognitive changes begin in the early 40’s  –...