My Menopause Journey

How I managed to get my life back

Menopause hit me hard—hot flashes, anxiety, and sleepless nights made daily life a struggle. I couldn’t find support that felt made for women like me — so, with my daughters, I set out to build it. Along the way I learned about vitamins and plant-based support. That’s how Feminapause was born—to help women feel like themselves again, without artificial hormones.
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How I managed to get my life back

So you get to an age where you start feeling somehow different, not sure as to why and then you begin to wonder, could it be the menopause?

 

Once confirmed my initial feelings were mixed, sad, emotional and anxious. At first when it crossed my mind I immediately switched into denial “No, it can’t be.. Not yet!” and I brushed it aside.

 

I was confronted with a huge reality check when one week I suddenly started breaking out in hot sweats at work at the most embarrassing moments – In the middle of sales presentations. I knew I had to do something about it. The denial-phase was officially over!

I had never experienced depression and anxiety up until now

Facing the Change: My Menopause Awakening

Having a background as a professional dancer I was always very confident. Yes, I had the occasional moment of butterflies in my stomach before trying something new or getting on stage but nothing more severe than that.

The menopause changed that. I was panicking about work, about my relationship and it felt like everything was a constant worry!

Facing the Change: My Menopause Awakening

The Unexpected Weight of Anxiety

It felt like a never-ending story when on top of the awful menopause symptoms I was diagnosed with Advanced Osteoarthritis at the age of 50. The long waiting lists for hip replacements on the NHS lead me to a friend who is a functional medicine doctor and recommended that I try CBD to help with the inflammation, aches & pains.

 

It was incredible how it helped with the pain – no more stiff joints and the sleepless nights from reeling in pain came to an end.

 

There was however a very interesting and unexpected “side-effect” I noticed. My hot sweats disappeared.

 

At the time I happened to also be receiving B12 injections and research showed me that a good quality CBD oil mixed with MCT oil (from coconut oil) together had an amazing effect on my overall well-being, allowing me to gradually as the weeks passed feel like my old self again! Energetic, in a good mood, no hot sweats. I felt great! The B vitamins and herbal oils combined I was taking turned out to be the answer!

Then Came the Diagnosis: Osteoporosis

Feminapause is four ingredients in one capsule: full-spectrum CBD, MCT oil, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6.

I combined the CBD with MCT oil — from coconut — because it helps with absorption. And I chose each vitamin on its own merits rather than taking the cheapest option.

Vitamin B6, at 1.7mg, is specified as activated pyridoxal-5-phosphate. It contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity, and to normal psychological function.

Vitamin B12, at 500mcg, is specified as methylcobalamin — one of the highest strengths available while staying comfortably within safe NHS guidance. It contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system, and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

It also gets harder to absorb B vitamins as we get older, which is part of why I wanted them in there properly rather than as an afterthought.

Then Came the Diagnosis: Osteoporosis

The Science Behind the Solution

I wanted to share my experience and my journey with other women. Feminapause puts all four ingredients into one easy capsule, taken once a day.

There are a lot of supplements out there making all sorts of claims, and the reality is that many of them are questionable — women find themselves trying one after another, never quite finding the right one. My goal is to shorten that journey.

Have a read of the reviews below and see what you think.

Adele Wragg x

Disclaimer

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Results may vary and may not be typical. This information does not constitute medical advice and it should not be relied upon as such. Consult with your doctor before modifying your regular medical regime. Femgroup 3rd party lab test their CBD oil in the UK and adhere to national guidelines. The THC levels are below the legal limit of 0.2% and only available in traces of <0.005%.