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Help women of a certain age in your life combat brain fog, hot flashes and more. Perimenopause often comes with an array of confusing, frustrating symptoms. Often, these symptoms can be just as easily attributed to another ailment or even daily stress. That can make them easy for doctors – along with well-meaning friends and family members – to dismiss. It’s always best to speak to your doctor about serious symptoms or anything affecting your day-to-day life in ways you can’t manage. Treatment options continue to expand, so there’s no reason to suffer in silence.
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For everything else, from night sweats to minor mood swings, laughter may be the best medicine. These holiday gifts can help perimenopausal women feel a bit more comfy, cozy and cooler on this mid-life journey, with a few that will evoke some laughs around the Christmas tree.
When GenX women hit perimenopause after years of raising kids, tongue-in-cheek titles like ‘Goodnight Night Sweats’ hit bookstore shelves. The perfect read for a ladies’ night in, the book follows the rhythm and style of a well-loved children’s favorite, with an utterly relatable twist and hilarious illustrations. “In the hot, hot room / There was a creaky fan / And a swinging mood / And a picture of…”
Even Isabella Rosesellini claims, “This made me laugh!” It’s available in hardcover, making it the perfect addition to any bookshelf and an ideal gift for your perimenopausal BFF.
2. Passionate Penny Pincher Home Planner
If you thought “pregnancy brain” was bad, hold onto your to-do list for its evil stepmother, the brain fog that often comes with peri. If I’ve learned something in the past 50+ years, it’s that systems help you stay on track even when your brain wants to do other things.
The PPP Home Planner is a beautiful, high-quality planner with a poly laminated cover for durability. The spiral-bound weekly planner is an Amazon Overall Pick with 4.8 stars across nearly 500 reviews. Handy checklists, visualization prompts, and soothing colors can help you or someone you love stay organized in 2026.
These candles deliver aromas to encourage what Gen X women need most: Calm, Serenity, Harmony and Balance. Each candle includes healing crystals embedded in the soy wax to amplify the power of the aromatherapy. Each 7 oz. candle in this gift set of four burns for up to 50 hours, infusing homes with just the right scents to help stabilize your moods. Use for meditation, yoga or bath-side for relaxation and focus.
4. BADESOFA Luxury Bath Pillow
Level-up bath-time self-care with the original BADESOFA luxury bath pillow. Designed for superior back and neck support, the mold-resistant pillow is made with quartz sand filling to stay in place without suction cups. The inner cushion includes a 100% machine washable, quick drying neoprene cover, while the pillowcase is equally easy to wipe clean. Choose from six relaxing colors to complement any bathroom décor.
5. BestQool Red Light Therapy LED Device
Self-care doesn’t just mean candles and laughter. It often involves activities that will help you look and feel your best. Red-light therapy has been shown to stimulate collagen production, reduce inflammation, and improve skin tone, according to dermatologists. It can also be used for muscle recovery after workouts and physical activity.
The BestQool Red Light Therapy (RLT) dual-chip LED device delivers red and near-infrared light at 660 and 850 wavelengths for faster results than other brands. The panel measures just 13 inches high by 8 inches across to fit easily or your desk or table or mount on a wall. The built-in cooling fan helps dissipate heat
6. Cougar Puberty Stainless Steel Tumbler
If you’re over 50 and your kids are either fully grown or headed for college, it’s probably time to replace that faded mug labeled “Mommy’s Sippy Cup” (we all thought we were being so clever at playdates!) with something more age appropriate.
This 20-ounce stainless steel insulated tumbler reads “In My Cougar Puberty Era” and includes a leak-proof plastic lid with slider. Keep beverages cold or hot and take this whole mid-life thing with pride.
7. Adagio Teas Advent Calendar
This gift offers a fun surprise with a different blend of tea for 24 days. The perfect gift for tea-drinkers or peri-women looking to cut back on coffee intake, the Adagio Teas Nutcracker Advent Calendar is a thoughtful, practical choice. Explore new flavors and enjoy common favorites each morning to kickstart the day or to relax by the Christmas Tree in the evening. Each individually wrapped tea bag makes a 12 oz. cup.
8. Bloomers Intimates Her Highness Briefs
Who says you can’t be sexy with full-coverage, supportive underwear? Bloomers Intimates says it all with their slogan of “sexy granny panties.” Your mid-life partner will love the stylish, high-waisted “Her Highness” briefs, available in fashion colors with a cute leafy, lace design. Available in sizes from XS to 3XL, these panties dispel the myth that underwear isn’t a thoughtful and fun holiday gift for anyone.
9. Otella “Relax” Cooling Body Spray
It’s not a good idea to tell a woman in the throes of a mood swing or weepy moment to “relax.” Let Otella cooling body spray send the message, instead, with cooling menthol and relaxing lavender vanilla aromatherapy. Gluten-free, paraben-free and vegan, this tiny spray packs powerful results, delivering a physical and mental boost in less than a minute for most people. The TSA-friendly body spray can help with hot flashes or heat discomfort from workouts or warm weather.
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