Renew by Maven, Simi Valley, CA (2026)

03/16/2026

The supplement world can feel overwhelming — especially during perimenopause and menopause.

Everywhere you look there’s a new “miracle” product promising more energy, better sleep, clearer skin, or balanced hormones.

The truth is… not all of them are necessary.

But there are a few nutrients and compounds that may actually support women during this stage of life — particularly when it comes to bone health, energy, and recovery.

A few examples include:

• Vitamin K2 (bone + heart support)
• NAD+ (cellular energy)
• Glutathione (antioxidant support)
• Amino acids (muscle maintenance)

As always, it’s important to talk with a healthcare provider before starting new supplements — especially during hormonal transitions.

But understanding what your body may need during this phase is a powerful place to start. 🥰

03/15/2026

Something shifted when I hit my 40s.

I stopped shrinking to make others comfortable.
I stopped waiting for permission.
I started choosing myself.

Still sweating through my shirt… but at least I’m doing it unapologetically.

And if you know, you know — sometimes that sweat shows up as a full-blown hot flash at the most inconvenient moment. 🔥

Midlife is wild like that. One minute you’re standing in your power, the next minute you’re fanning yourself with the nearest piece of paper.

But here’s the thing: we’re not hiding it anymore.

We’re learning how to support our bodies through it — with better information, better tools, and a lot more compassion for ourselves.

If you’re navigating hot flashes, night sweats, and all the other surprises that come with this phase of life, you’re not alone. And there are things that can help.

Tap the link in my bio to explore the boxes designed to support women through perimenopause and menopause — because feeling supported in this season matters.

03/14/2026

Self-care when you're in the thick of perimenopause doesn't have to be a whole production.

You don't need an hour-long bath or a spa day (though those are nice too).

Sometimes you just need 5 minutes to not feel like you're drowning.

Here are 6 quick rituals that actually help when the brain fog is real, the hot flashes are relentless, and your patience has left the building:

1. Take 10 slow breaths — in through your nose, out through your mouth. Resets your nervous system faster than anything.

2. Step outside — even just to your porch. Fresh air + natural light = instant mood shift.

3. Write down 3 things you're grateful for — sounds cheesy, but it genuinely pulls you out of the spiral.

4. Light your favorite candle — the ritual of it matters as much as the scent. It signals to your brain: this moment is for you.

5. Dance to one song — full volume, no judgment. Shake out the stress, even if you look ridiculous doing it.

6. Visualize a peaceful place — close your eyes, picture somewhere calm (beach, forest, your bed), and breathe there for 2 minutes.

None of these will fix the hormones. But they'll give you a moment to remember you're still you underneath all of it.

Pick one today. Just one. That's enough.

What's YOUR go-to 5-minute reset? Tell me below 👇

03/12/2026

My menopause survival kit, ranked by severity. 😂

Daily baseline: Estroven, essential amino acids, vitamin D, probiotic, magnesium. Keeping the ship somewhat upright.

Anxiety creeping in: Cortisol Clean Up, Happy Healthy Hippie "Be Grounded," Life Seasons "Mood Stabili-T." Deep breaths. We're managing.

Emotional for no reason: Vitex (chaste tree berry), some crying in the car, and acceptance that this is just hormones doing their thing.

Absolute sh*tshow of a day: Wine. Ice cream. Zero apologies.

Look, I'm all for the supplements and the self-care and the doing-things-right. But some days, the only thing that helps is sitting on the couch with a pint of ice cream and letting yourself just BE.

No shame. No "I should be handling this better." Just survival.

If you've had one of those days this week, drop a 🍷 or 🍦 below. Let's normalize the fact that we're all just doing our best with bodies that are actively trolling us.

03/11/2026

I'll be honest with you.

Last month, I had one of those weeks where everything felt hard. The hot flashes were relentless. I forgot three appointments in a row. I snapped at my family over something small. And at 3am, wide awake for no reason, I thought, "Is this just... my life now?"

And then one of the women who receives my box sent me a message.

She said the box that month came at the exact right time. That opening it reminded her she wasn't alone. That someone actually gets it. That this season deserves support, not silence.

Her message reminded me why I started this in the first place.
Because I've been there. I've had those 3am moments. I've felt dismissed, overlooked, and like I was supposed to just "deal with it" quietly.

That's the whole point of Renew by Maven. It's not just products.

It's a monthly reminder that you're not alone, you're not broken, and this season deserves to be supported — not suffered through in silence.

Every box is curated by someone (me) who's living this too. Who gets the 3am wake-ups. Who understands the brain fog. Who knows what it feels like to wonder if this is just how it's going to be forever.

Spoiler: it's not. You're transitioning. And you deserve to feel seen while you do it.

If you've been wanting that monthly reminder that someone gets it — this is your sign.

Boxes ship soon. Link in bio. 💕

03/10/2026

These aren't miracle cures. They're just the small things that make hard days a little easier.

The cooling product saves me multiple times a day. The protein snacks keep me from completely losing it by 2pm. And the reminders that I'm not alone? They keep me going on the days when this all feels like too much.

If you're navigating this transition, find your version of these three things. What works for you might look completely different — and that's okay. Just make sure you have something in each category.

Because you deserve support that actually fits your life. Not someday. Right now.

What's one thing YOU keep close during this season? Tell me below 👇

03/09/2026

Can we talk about frozen shoulder for a second?

Because I keep hearing from women who woke up one day with sudden shoulder pain and stiffness — and their doctor barely mentioned it could be related to perimenopause.

What it is: Your shoulder suddenly becomes painful and stiff, with severely limited range of motion. You can't reach behind your back, lift your arm overhead, or sometimes even brush your hair without pain.

Why it happens: Dropping estrogen affects your connective tissue, tendons, and joint capsules. Women in perimenopause and menopause are significantly more likely to develop frozen shoulder than any other group.

When it shows up: Usually ages 40-60. It can come on gradually or suddenly.

And it's frustratingly slow to heal — sometimes taking 1-3 years to fully resolve.

What actually helps:

✨Physical therapy (gentle stretching and strengthening)
✨Anti-inflammatory support (ice, NSAIDs if your doctor approves)
✨Gentle movement — don't stop using it completely

Some women find relief with HRT
Cortisone injections in severe cases
Patience (I know, the worst advice, but it does eventually improve)

Here's what bothers me: so many women get dismissed with "it's just age" or "you probably slept wrong" when it's actually a legitimate hormonal symptom that deserves proper treatment.

If your shoulder suddenly hurts and you can't move it like you used to — and you're in your 40s or 50s — this might be why.

You're not imagining it. You didn't "do something wrong." Your hormones are affecting your joints. And you deserve support.

Have you dealt with this? Drop a 💪 below if frozen shoulder has been part of your perimenopause journey.

03/08/2026

Happy International Women's Day to every woman who's finally choosing herself. ❤

To the women who raised the kids, built the careers, held everyone together — and are now navigating hot flashes, sleepless nights, and bodies that suddenly have their own agenda.

To the women who've stopped shrinking to make others comfortable.

To the women who've set boundaries without guilt.

To the women who've started saying what they actually mean.

To the women who are tired, sweaty, forgetful, and powerful all at once.

This chapter isn't the end. It's your awakening. It's your rite of passage. It's the moment you finally become the woman you were always meant to be — unapologetically, fully, powerfully you.

You are not declining. You are rising.

This is your time. 💃

03/07/2026

Queen-agers. I'm obsessed.

Because honestly? We've earned it. We raised the kids, built the careers, held it all together while our bodies decided to stage a hormonal rebellion.

And now? We're done shrinking. Done apologizing. Done waiting for permission.

Hot flashes? Sure. Brain fog? Daily. Zero tolerance for nonsense? Absolutely.

But also: finally living for ourselves. Finally saying what we mean. Finally taking up the space we've always deserved.

So yeah. I'm owning it ~ now where's my crown? 👑

03/07/2026

Real talk: self-care when you're navigating perimenopause or menopause isn't bubble baths and face masks (though those are nice too).

It's the unsexy stuff. The basics. The things that actually help you feel human when your body feels like it's working against you.

So here's your gentle reminder:

Have you hydrated today? Dehydration makes brain fog and hot flashes worse.

Have you moved? Even a 10-minute walk helps regulate your nervous system.

Have you eaten protein? Blood sugar crashes = mood crashes.

Have you taken a deep breath? Your body is doing a lot right now. Give it a moment.

Have you been kind to yourself? You're not failing. You're transitioning. Big difference.

You don't need to be perfect. You just need to show up for yourself — even in the smallest ways.

Drop a ❤️ if you needed this reminder today.

03/05/2026

Let’s talk about something a lot of women notice during perimenopause and menopause…

their skin suddenly changes.

It might feel drier.
More sensitive.
Fine lines might show up faster.
Or your old skincare routine just doesn’t seem to work the same anymore.

There’s a reason for this.

Estrogen helps support collagen, hydration, and skin elasticity. When levels begin to decline, your skin can start to change too.

So if you’ve looked in the mirror and thought,
“Wait… when did this happen?”

You’re definitely not alone.

I’m curious…

What was the first skin change you noticed?

03/04/2026

Meanwhile in the office: I'm sitting here in a t-shirt with my desk fan on full blast, and my coworkers are literally wearing jackets.

Not exaggerating. Jackets. While I'm debating whether I can get away with lowering the temp on the AC a little bit more.

This is perimenopause. One minute you're fine, the next you're radiating heat like a small furnace and everyone around you is asking if you're okay.

The thing that gets me is how INVISIBLE it is. To everyone else, the temperature is perfectly comfortable. To me? I'm melting. And there's no way to explain it without feeling like you're overreacting or being difficult.

So I sit here with my fan. And I laugh. Because what else are you gonna do?

If you've ever been the only person sweating in a room full of people in sweaters, drop a 🔥 below. Let's normalize this ridiculousness together.

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