My July favourites — small indulgences and letting go of what doesn’t serve me. This Month I Loved: Peaches, Pedicures and Saying No to Guilt I don’t know who needs to hear this, but you’re allowed to take a break. You don’t have to climb a mountain, deep-clean your oven, or finally sort out the … Continue reading This Month I Loved: Peaches, Pedicures and Saying No to Guilt
Author: mylifeandstyleover40
Menopause, Muffin Tops & Mystery Weight Gain (aka: Who Invited This Belly?)
Menopause weight gain is real — and it often settles around your belly like an uninvited guest who refuses to leave. In this post, we break down why it happens, what’s going on with your metabolism, and how to manage it (without banning biscuits or crying in the wardrobe).
Midlife Mood Boosters: What’s Actually Helping Right Now
Feeling a bit “meh”? Same. Here’s my no-fluff list of real-life mood boosters for midlife — from mismatched mugs and roast dinners to Stevie Nicks-inspired kitchen twirls. No sweet potatoes, no fake positivity, just stuff that’s actually helping right now. Spoiler: naps and snacks are valid self-care.
Menopause Brain Fog – Or, Why Did I Just Walk into This Room?
Menopause brain fog is real — and it’s not just you. From forgetting words to walking into rooms without a clue why, your brain can feel like it’s buffering. This post explores why it happens, what it means, and how to cope (with laughs, real talk, and actually useful tips).
40+ and Body Image in the Heat
After 40, summer dressing becomes less about trends and more about self-talk. This is a real, honest look at body image, swimsuits, and wearing the damn shorts — even when the inner critic kicks in. Because comfort, joy, and presence matter more than anyone else’s opinion. Especially our own.
Mood Swings and Menopause – When Your Feelings Turn into a Toddler in a Sweet Shop
Menopause mood swings can turn your emotions into a wild toddler in a sweet shop—one minute joyful, the next a total meltdown. It’s hormonal chaos, but you’re not alone. In this post, we share laughs, real talk, and practical tips to help you survive and thrive.
The Great Wardrobe Purge: Clearing Out My Wardrobe at 40+ and Accidentally Uncovering My 2006 Personality
At 40+, I declutter my wardrobe every season, and yet somehow, it’s still full of clothes and past lives. From delusional jeans to margarita-stained dresses, here’s what I ditched, what I kept, and why clearing out my wardrobe turned into a hilarious, emotional reckoning with who I really am.
Sleep and Menopause – Why Your Bed Feels Like a Battleground and How to Win Back Your Zzz’s
Struggling to sleep thanks to night sweats, insomnia, or midnight bathroom trips? Menopause can turn your bed into a battleground, but help is at hand! From cooling hacks to relaxation tips, this post shares practical, funny advice to reclaim your Zzz’s and survive those restless nights.
This Month I Loved: Green Walks, Ice Lollies, and Summer Starts
June brought walks in the green, ice lollies for every mood, and that hopeful, slightly sweaty feeling that summer’s finally here. I dodged beauty trends (mostly), got stuck in a deckchair (again), and tried to grow herbs (unsuccessfully). It’s hot, it’s chaotic, it’s real life — and I kind of love it.
What I Wore This Month: June’s Light Layers and Linen Days☀️ AKA: A Tale of Sun, Sweat, Sandals, and That One Top That Definitely Needed an Iron
June was all light layers, linen dreams, and sandals that betrayed me. I wore what worked - and what didn’t - with a dash of chaos and a borrowed cardigan. From wind-blown skirts to blistered toes, it was lived-in, slightly creased, and mostly comfortable. Real clothes for a real month.









