Women's Health Across Life Stages: From Menstruation to Menopause and Beyond

Women's health and wellbeing has many different considerations depending on your life stage.

Starting with menstruation and progressing through to menopause, at every life stage there are steps women can take to support their health as they navigate these changes.

In this article, we will cover various topics related to women's wellness, including exercise routines, healthy eating habits, stress management techniques, sleep hygiene tips, self-care practices, and some products that can help support overall health during these different life stages. By prioritizing women’s wellness, we can manage and, in some cases, prevent conditions that can have enduring effects on health, so women can live their best lives at every age.

Overall Women's Wellness Habits

As women, developing healthy habits and sticking to them isn't always easy, but in the long run, these habits will benefit your overall wellbeing.

Exercise Routines: You should find a way to have 30 minutes of physical activity per day.

Healthy Eating Habits: Focus on consuming nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. To assist with healthy digestion you can also supplement with Benefiber. Choose the right product for you from powders to gummies to keep your gut health in check.

Stress Management Techniques: Developing stress management techniques such as meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress levels and improve overall wellbeing.

Sleep Support: Try to establish a regular sleep schedule. Sleep hygiene tips include avoiding caffeine and electronics before bed and creating a relaxing bedtime routine. Those habits can help promote better sleep, along with Advil PM that can help ease aches and pains while it helps you fall asleep and stay asleep.

Self-Care Practices: Developing self-care practices like taking time for yourself, practicing gratitude, and engaging in hobbies or activities that bring joy can also contribute to overall wellness.

Life Stage: Teens and Young Adults - Menstrual Cycle Health and Common Concerns

Menstrual health is essential for teens and young adults to discuss and understand. It's vital to know the ins and outs of the menstrual cycle, including common concerns such as cramps, irregular periods, and managing PMS symptoms. In addition to understanding these issues, it's also crucial to prioritize sleep and maintain a healthy diet to support overall menstrual health.

Haleon prioritizes your menstrual health with Advil Dual Action providing relief from menstrual pain like cramps and a full line of Centrum Women’s Health Products that ensure that young women get the necessary vitamins and minerals to support their bodies during this time.

Life Stage: Young Adults and Middle Age – Fertility and Pregnancy

During this stage of life, some women may decide if they want to pursue pregnancy. It is an important milestone in the life of young women, and this decision can be complicated by fertility and female reproductive health concerns. Whether someone's goals involve parenthood or not, they should strive to be the best version of themselves to lead a fulfilling life, whether single, married or as a parent.

Preconception health and fertility are crucial considerations when planning to start a family, and vitamin supplements like folic acid can help support healthy conception and fetal development. Prenatal care and nutrition are also essential during pregnancy to ensure the health of both mother and baby. Stress management techniques can also be helpful during this time, as stress can negatively affect you and, ultimately, your baby if you do conceive.

If you do conceive, when morning sickness strikes, Centrum’s Morning Sickness Relief Gummies have vitamin B6 to help relieve occasional nausea and are made with real ginger as one option for a morning sickness remedy. And don’t forget to keep those nutrients coming while you are post-partum. After giving birth, PostNatal Multivitamin Gummies help provide daily nutrition to support you and your baby's growth and brain development through breastfeeding. Centrum Maternal Health is with you throughout every stage of your motherhood journey.

And while pregnancy and food reactions vary considerably from woman to woman, Haleon has created the TUMS Pregnancy Hub where you can access TUMS, the #1 OB-GYN Recommended Antacid, to provide relief from heartburn and indigestion as well as get guidance on questions like Is It Safe To Take TUMS While Pregnant?.

One symptom that may surprise you is that pregnancy can also cause bleeding gums. Hormone changes, and changes in your diet can impact saliva production. Talk to your dentist about pregnancy gingivitis, and explore toothpastes specially made to help you care for your gums during this time. Parodontax Active Gum Repair Whitening helps reverse and control red, swollen, and bleeding gums and restore teeth's natural whiteness.

Preparing for childbirth is another critical aspect of pregnancy, you can find classes and resources available to help you feel more confident and prepared for labor and delivery. And keeping supplements in mind to provide necessary vitamins and minerals during pregnancy, childbirth preparation, breastfeeding and beyond. Read more about your nutrient health during pregnancy in our article What Nutrients Do I Need During Pregnancy. And remember, Motherhood means more than 24/7 baby care -- how you care for yourself is just as important. Our Centrum Maternal Health products help you care for yourself like you care for your little one.

Life Stage: Middle Age and Older Adults - Perimenopause and Menopause

Perimenopause and menopause are natural stages of life that middle-aged and older women will experience. Understanding the changes that occur during this time is essential for managing menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, mood changes, and hormonal imbalances.

This stage of life can bring hot flashes, cold flashes, mood swings and stress along with many other symptoms and can be unnerving. Centrum Menopause Support Supplements are powered by clinically studied ingredients to support relief from the disruptive symptoms of menopause.

Symptoms of menopause include, but are not limited to:

• Occasional brain fog
• Anxiety
• Hot flashes
• Lack of nutrients for bone health
• Brain function
• Trouble sleeping

But you are not alone, we’re here to offer some relief. When those moments of brain fog hit, Centrum Clear Mind and Calm Mood Menopause Support Tablets can help provide relief, calm and gently help you de-stress¹. Centrum Restful Sleep Menopause Support Tablets are designed to support quality sleep² and reduced hot flashes³. While Centrum Complete Multivitamin Supplement + Hot Flash Support Menopause Support Tablets help support whole body support, including normal brain function, metabolism and cellular energy* + hot flash relief as well as help maintain bone health. Maintaining bone health during menopause is also crucial, as women are at an increased risk of osteoporosis and bone loss.

Another concern that can rise when experiencing bone loss is sensitive teeth. Sensodyne Sensitivity Gum & Enamel toothpaste provides sensitivity relief, gum protection & enamel strength.

Your Best Life at Any Age

In conclusion, as you walk through each stage of your life or are helping a woman in your life do the same, keep topics like understanding the menstrual cycle, managing PMS symptoms, prioritizing sleep, prenatal care and a healthy diet in mind.

As you head into your 40s and beyond, understanding perimenopause and menopause, managing menopausal symptoms, maintaining bone health, prioritizing mental and emotional health are essential for navigating this natural stage of life.

By prioritizing exercise, healthy eating habits, stress management techniques, sleep hygiene tips, and self

Sources

1. KSM-66® Ashwagandha supports occasional feelings of anxiety and stress*
2. DailyZz™ is a trademark of Kemin Industries, Inc. A Clinical Study showed improvement in quality of sleep and next-day cognitive function after 30 days of nightly use of DailyZz™*
3. GeniVida® is a trademark of DSM. A Clinical Study showed a significant reduction of hot flashes after 12 weeks of daily use of GeniVida®*

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.