{"id":18492,"date":"2023-08-02T10:17:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-02T14:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/?p=18492"},"modified":"2026-11-05T18:14:16","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T16:14:16","slug":"menopause-morning-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/menopause-morning-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"A Menopause Morning Routine to Ease &#8220;the Big Change&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Start your day right with five essential tips for a healthy menopause morning routine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menopause isn\u2019t called \u201cthe big change\u201d for nothing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your body really is going through something significant. The hormonal cycle you\u2019ve lived with for probably more than thirty years is winding down, and your hormones are trying out something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, lethargy and much more are completely normal as you enter this phase of life. However, that doesn\u2019t mean your life needs to come to a grinding halt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key is to make a few positive changes to your routine that help your body to adapt as it changes, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And the best place to begin? When you wake up! Adopting a menopause morning routine filled with <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/grounded-morning-routine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">healthy habits<\/a> can help you start your day better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-menopause-friendly-morning-routine\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Menopause-Friendly Morning Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"18499\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"smiling mature woman eating apple as part of menopause morning routine\" class=\"wp-post-18492 wp-image-18499\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1690482073\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1536,h_1024,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1440,h_960,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1440w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482073\/magazine\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock\/smiling-mature-woman-eating-apple-ivosevicv-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These five habits can help ease your menopause symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Start with Hydration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Staying hydrated matters at every age and stage of life, and it becomes even more important when hot flashes leave you sweating heavily. Replenish the fluids you lost overnight as soon as you wake up. Room-temperature or slightly warm water can feel gentler first thing in the morning, especially on an empty stomach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Don\u2019t Skip Breakfast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve all heard it. <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/3-benefits-of-eating-breakfast-while-on-vacation\/\">Breakfast is the most important meal of the day<\/a>. During menopause, your body is working hard to adapt to new conditions, so a nutritious breakfast gives you the energy and nutrients you need to stay focused. Skipping it can leave you low on energy and more likely to overeat, which can make weight harder to manage. What worked for you in your 20s won\u2019t necessarily work now. Adjusting your nutrition habits to this stage of life can make a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Have Your Caffeine a Little Later<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of us crave that caffeine kick immediately when we get up. Waiting a bit can pay off, especially during menopause. Caffeine has a mild diuretic effect, and it stimulates your nervous system, which can add to the stress your body is already under.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coffee or tea on an empty stomach may make hot flashes and headaches worse for some women. A caffeine-driven blood sugar dip can leave you hungrier later in the morning, with sugar cravings close behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try waiting until after breakfast for your first cup. Start with water and a healthy meal, then enjoy your coffee or tea. Making this part of your menopause morning routine helps your body adjust, and you still get to savor your morning brew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"18500\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"mature black woman drinking coffee as part of menopause morning routine.\" class=\"wp-post-18492 wp-image-18500\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1690482077\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1536,h_1024,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1440,h_960,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1440w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482077\/magazine\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock\/mature-black-woman-drinking-coffee-in-bright-kitchen-adamkaz-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Prioritize Exercise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Estrogen levels drop sharply during menopause. That hormone helps protect against heart disease and osteoporosis, which is why regular exercise becomes so important with age. An active morning routine helps counter these changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cardio like brisk walking or cycling strengthens your heart and lowers your risk of heart attack and stroke. Many women also find it helps clear menopause brain fog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To protect your bones, include weight-bearing and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/pain\/effective-exercises-for-osteoporosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">impact exercises<\/a> such as stair climbing or light jumping. This may sound counterintuitive, but it stimulates your bones and keeps them strong. Always check with a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise routine, especially if you have a family history of weak bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strength training keeps your muscles strong to support your joints, and yoga and Pilates help with musculoskeletal alignment. Together, these workouts keep your body working better for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Get the Right Supplements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menopause supplements are a big part of the wellness market, and the options can feel endless. Some may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/menopause\/ss\/slideshow-menopause\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">combat the symptoms<\/a> you\u2019re dealing with. For example, magnesium may help with headaches and sleep, and B vitamins can support energy and mental focus. Talk to your doctor about what your body needs. A blood test can check your vitamin and mineral levels and show which supplements might help most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-don-t-let-the-big-change-derail-your-life\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Let the Big Change Derail Your Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"18501\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"rear shot of mature woman stretching in studio\" class=\"wp-post-18492 wp-image-18501\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1690482080\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1536,h_1024,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1440,h_960,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1440w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1690482080\/magazine\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock\/rear-shot-of-mature-woman-stretching-in-studio-LaylaBird-istock.jpg?_i=AA 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menopause can cause a <a href=\"https:\/\/vitality-pro.com\/menopause-statistics-and-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">major upheaval in a woman\u2019s life<\/a>. Your body will go through some radical changes over quite a long period of time, and it can be physically and emotionally draining.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, that doesn\u2019t mean you have to radically change your lifestyle or hit the pause button on the way you live your life.\u00a0 Start with a healthy menopause morning routine and build from there to optimize your well-being. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t have to stop doing what you love, but you may need to make some changes to stay happy, healthy and energized as your body goes through a natural transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-rise-amp-shine-q-amp-a\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rise &amp; Shine Q&amp;A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What helps with morning hot flashes?<\/strong><br>Breathable layers and a glass of water within reach can make mornings more comfortable. Limiting caffeine and alcohol may also reduce how often hot flashes strike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What&#8217;s the best exercise during menopause?<\/strong><br>A mix works best. Cardio like brisk walking supports heart health, and strength training plus weight-bearing exercise maintain bone density.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Start your day right with five essential tips for a healthy menopause morning routine. Menopause isn\u2019t called \u201cthe big change\u201d for nothing.&nbsp; Your body really is going through something significant. The hormonal cycle you\u2019ve lived with for probably more than thirty years is winding down, and your hormones are trying out something new. 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