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6. Be Clear and Kind
When you begin the process of explaining menopause to your significant other, you need to come from a place of kindness and clarity. They need to be treated as your ally rather than your adversary. Focus as much as you can on facts instead of emotional content that is up for debate. Speak in a way that is calm, informative and personable. Make sure your nonverbal communication matches the tone of what you say while you stick to the main point.
Consider this script: “I wanted to talk to you about menopause. It seems that I am entering a stage of perimenopause where my periods will be erratic and inconsistent. My body will produce estrogen inconsistently. This will spark symptoms like mood changes, anxiety and irritability as well as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and diminished concentration.” This works by being concise with just enough detail.
Bloating during menopause is a common menopausal symptom. Thankfully, there are ways to cope with both menopause and bloating.
