I HATED WAKING UP! PERIMENOPAUSE*MENOPAUSE*POST MENOPAUSE IN MY 30'S.SIGNS,SYMPTOMS,HELP! BLOOM CHIC

[@dorothybakermamadot1123]

Thank you for sharing because i think I’m going through the same thing 🙏🏽💯♥️.

[@WeekendswithSharonLynn]

Thank you so much for this video. It was very informative I’m 46 and it was so good to hear the truth from a woman who has gone through menopause. Love your content ❤❤❤❤

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome!

[@18doves]

Please keep these looks coming! U look so chic! Ok let me Keep watching so I can chime in on this menopause conversation!

[@virginiaharvey1523]

I've been in Menopause sinceci was 25 it was medically induced by hysterectomy. I am now 58 and i still have all the symptoms you talked about and so does my mother and she is 78. Its horrible!! Thank you so much for sharing and letting women know they are not aline and they are not crazy!! Peace and Blessings ❤❤

[@PlatinumD]

Xoxo

[@sabrinaslee4314]

Hey Platinum!!! I love these items. The bob wig is fire!!!

[@PlatinumD]

Thank you 😊

[@theresawadehouston1015]

When I hit 40 I didn't know. When it got worse at 45 I realized it for what it was. Hormonal menopausal acne woke me up to what was happening. I had a partial hysterectomy at 31 yrs of age. They left my ovaries. I was expecting it earlier than 40. Sigh. I saw an interview where Oprah said when she realized how bad and deep she was in menopause was when she quit caring about everything. She said she didn't care if she read a book, got dressed, left the house, nothing. I realized that was me age 40 to current day. I just make myself keep going. Menopause. Ughhh!!!

[@PlatinumD]

Yes I hate that feeling. Hang in there, sis.

[@patrinakeyes8892]

So sorry you had to go through all that. When you said I know I missed something I was like OMG bless your heart🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@PlatinumD]

Yes it’s so much more

[@misstmg9660]

This is me right now! Thank you for making this video cause peri has me feeling crazy, i started thinking all those same things were wrong with me as well. I use to say, I couldn't wait to not have a cycle anymore. I take it back!

[@PlatinumD]

You got this!

[@LEdwards-c1j]

Wow!!! Thanks for your advice and open conversation. I was really thinking I was losing my mind. Thanks for confirmation.

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@jerel12307]

I really really enjoyed this video. Thank you soooo much for sharing 💜🩷

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome!

[@yolandahayes1354]

Thank you for this video. 😊

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome!

[@patriceharris9]

Well here’s the thing I am 54 had partial hysterectomy at 43, went into pre menopause at 45, full menopause at 49 and believe me I’m still in menopause! I only went to the dr for the hysterectomy! To me there is no post menopause! I hear this from a lot of my elders! I truly hope Eve went to heaven bc when I get there, she and I are gonna have a little talk about that there Apple she bit 😡

[@PlatinumD]

Everyone has their own interpretation like I said I was only speaking from my experience. Regardless, it is all hell.

[@MzShyne79]

Yes, everything you are saying about menopause is correct, and the emotional rollercoaster is real...

[@PlatinumD]

Very real

[@GwendolynMartin-x1q]

LORD BLESS US ALL! Because we need it and Thanks for the video very informative 😢😢

[@PlatinumD]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MsMaryRay]

32:29 LMAO Im post menopause and i have heart palpitations thats so scary, then my mind goes blank for a second sometimes i cant think, feels like needles are going thru my arms oh how can i forget i sleep for 20 mins then im up cant sleep at all , headaches smh, ALWAYS crying

[@PlatinumD]

Lord 😢

[@nicolemoore2]

Baby girl! I so understand what we as go through with being menopausal! I was diagnosed when I was 29! Mind you I had my first child and only at30! So needless to say at 55 I have learned to continue my probiotics and other essential vitamins in daily life rotation! Keep informing women because it is essential for women to know they are not alone in this journey!😘❤️

[@deegee6868]

The hot flashes take me out!!! Thx for sharing your experience!!

[@PlatinumD]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@nicolemoore2]

@@deegee6868 Girl yes! The Black Kohosh does help; it is mainly used to help with women trying to conceive . But that helped with the flashing; increased my sexual desires!😳

[@drealashe]

Thank you for talking about this because I’m currently 36 and I’m starting to believe I’m going through perimenopause

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@Cocoamama03]

This is a much needed conversation. I turned 40 in January and started having hot flashes in May. I am in perimenopause and honey my mom did not tell me about all of this foolishness. Dating a younger man, had to tell him, you are with a woman of age now baby there are going to be some rough days around here. I apologize in advance. My attitude can be terrible. I was not ready for this change at all. Thanks again for sharing.

[@PlatinumD]

Omg! It’s scary explaining it to someone you’re dating

[@HeySuga904]

@@PlatinumDit’s scary explaining it to my husband of 32 years. He’s jacked up and I’m like heck naw

[@HeySuga904]

Platinum my word today. I am experiencing the same things. It started after my last child was born 14 years ago. The past 3 years have been the worst. I have seen doctor after doctor. I felt like I was in the twilight zone. Mood swings, irregular period, palpitations, thinning hair, off balance, can’t sleep, digestion changes, blurry vision, the crazy energy when my cycle is on, low sex drive, anxiety headaches and the list goes on. Thank you for this video. If more of us complain than to our doctors. Maybe they will stop overlooking us. A menopausal specialist is a must but insurance doesn’t cover those visits.

[@sutannag8652]

A menopause specialist is what we NEED!

[@PlatinumD]

I never knew it was a menopause specialist

[@HeySuga904]

@@PlatinumD yes they have videos here on KZbin. I thought my fifties were going to be smooth sailing. Girl naw 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@DiandrasBeautyRoom]

Thanks for sharing. I'm going to get that blood test done. I'm 38 and I have been experiencing things you mentioned, but I get told it's anxiety. My mom just told me she was experiencing symptoms at 36 smh.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes, get blood work

[@DiandrasBeautyRoom]

I will, thanks!!

[@Abbeylicious2.0]

Thank you for sharing.

[@PlatinumD]

My pleasure!

[@shortsan]

Nikki, let me start by 👐🏾👐🏾👐🏾applauding you for a great informative signs & symptoms of menopause video. 🤗🤗🤗

[@PlatinumD]

😘😘😘

[@ElbonyNC]

The stuff we go through as women and men wanna talk about us, jobs is not supportive when we need to call out for cramping and hurting so bad monthly it's sad how women are the most disrespected and we go through the most. We're the real MVPs 💪🏾

[@PlatinumD]

💯

[@lilmama291]

I'm so grateful I have a female supervisor who's compassionate and relatable to what we as women experience. When I call out, she understands.

[@cherrywilliams1967]

I kept telling my Doctors that I was going through menopause since my early 30’s and they all told me I was too young. I KNEW I was going through menopause BECAUSE… my mom went through menopause in her 40’s my moms sister went through menopause in her 20’s!! Fast forward I am in my mid 40’s and after 2 test my Dr. said I am menopausal. I never had long cycles (Thank God) I had every symptom you mentioned. Besides the heavy cycle and I PRAY 🙏🏾 PRAY TO GOD that I don’t get that symptom. I had my colonoscopy, that ruined my BM’s to the point they keep trying to convince me that I’m dehydrated. Heart burn, nausea, I used to feel like I had the flu for 24 hours. Both of My Doctors thought I was pregnant at one point. I don’t know about the dryness cause I don’t have a man or woman for that matter 😂 that’s why I KNEW I wasn’t pregnant . I don’t even THINK about s*x 😩 chile hot flashes since my early 30’s. They DID NOT believe me!! I can’t sleep at night. 🤦🏾‍♀️ IT’S a shame! Yes 😂 and my lab says Post menopause . And my Dr definitely said let him know if I have anymore hot flashes or periods.

[@PlatinumD]

They never listen

[@Justme-lj4jk]

9 years ago I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl at age 49😮 Before that the only problem I had was conceiving, no heavy periods or bad cramps lasting only 4 days (forgot to mention had my first child at 35 and had been trying since that time to convince). After her birth and I mean the day she was born I dried up like a prune. If I gave 3 ounces a day that it. One of the best things was no more period!!! Tinker Bell dried up, hair fell out and almost everything you mentioned I went through. Thank you for this video.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@dsp7631]

Thanks for sharing your story. I'm 56 and been going through it for years. Let me tell you what pissed me off! Girl ,I went 5 months with no period, I was so excited cause I was on the countdown to 12 and that heffa had the nerve to show up again for 3 months in a row and had to start counting the months again.

[@MoonBeamsChild]

Same thing happened to me. I was 6 months in and them BOOM! Had to start all over. 😫😫😫😫😫

[@PlatinumD]

That happened to me before.i think i was on month 5 too lol

[@latriceall-r-nothingchannel]

GIRL!!! Menopause is kicking my butt. Every day is a new challenge. I am having stomach issues's, leg cramps, I used to eat everything, and now I can't eat hardly anything due to stomach issues. Hot Flashes, Mood swings. I sleep with a fan in my face as well. I thought I was dying, too. I was scared to fly because of the leg cramps and got tested for blood clots. My doctor was like, "You do not have blood clots. Looking at me like I'm crazy. I have been in the medical field for 26 years, and nothing could have prepared me for this crap. We, as women, needed this video. Thank you for that. Also, I used to have horrible heavy menstrual cycles with bad cramps , and now Menopause is literally kicking my butt. THANK EVE, She just had to bite that apple. 😡

[@PlatinumD]

It’s literally the devil

[@YouTubeMother1952]

Suzanne Somers book is titled The Sexy Years! In the book she talks about the Seven Dwarfs of Menopause - Itchy, Bitchy, Sweaty, Sleepy, Bloated, Forgetful, and All Dried Up!

[@PlatinumD]

Lord

[@shortsan]

Nikki, this is such a great video🤗🤩

[@PlatinumD]

Thank you

[@Opensun4u]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽thank you so much for taking time out to discuss this❤❤ this really helps

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@tamiekajdavis]

I know this video will be so helpful to many. This is REALLY scary!😢😢 i had a hysterectomy 6 years ago.. I have been having some of the same issues for the last 2 years. Having the same thoughts, same procedures & blood work, been to different specialists. But my hormone blood work came back normal, which was confusing.. I've been diagnosed w/ fibromyalgia & inflammation, nerve issues, dry eyes, floaters, mood swings, crying, depressed, anxiety, pain, fatigue & a few other weird symptoms.. I saw a endocrinologist last week. He said my vitamin d was extremely low. Gave me 50,000iu vitamin d prescription to take once a week, I'm already feeling better. It's been ROUGH!!!! pray pray & continue to pray! Sending much love!!! I remember so much of this watching your vlogs over the years. And you NEVER gave up!!!! I admire that about you!!! I pray God continue to bless & be w/ you!!!!!! 😘😘🙏🏾🙏🏾💜💜

[@PlatinumD]

Lord! Praying for you

[@tamiekajdavis]

@@PlatinumD 💜💜💜

[@triceywill3230]

This was a great video. Thanks for sharing your journey. We women go thru so much and people don't take us seriously.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes we do. You’re welcome

[@eastnybabe]

Thank you for this video…this is more validation that I am going through perimenopause. Right now I have the night and cold flashes, anxiety, vision especially at night I don't want to drive(at least until I get some glasses), Joint pain ( shoulder, hip, leg). Brain fog, insomnia. This is what I have now and I am due to have fibroid surgery and I have to get a medication that will put me in medical menopause so I know it will probably get worse…Boy what we as women go through. I will look into HRT and see if that is something I would like to try.

[@youlondasheffield1021]

This was definitely needed…Thank you

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@kympowell709]

Thank you for this, as women we go through so much 💜💜💜

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@andreablake5938]

Sis, I'm so so glad you're talking about this. Women need to talk about it to support each other. We may not have the same symptoms, but we experience the woes of the change. I hate it, I'm a visitor in my own body. But watching videos like this helps so much. Thank you.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@jazzjazz6524]

Thank you for sharing! 💜💜💜

[@PlatinumD]

Thanks for watching!

[@carmenmorales277]

I’m 47 my menopause star like 5 years ago omggggg the hot flashes and the insomnia 😢😢😢

[@PlatinumD]

The worse part

[@heathert323]

Thank you so much for voicing this. I am 43 years old and going through perimenopause. I had no idea what to expect or what was going to happen. Why don't more women talk about this stuff?? Thank you so much.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@maxinehaynes4346]

Thank you, this was very informative. I'm not looking forward to none of those things, this is scary.

[@PlatinumD]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deedeedanielle]

I am so glad you shared your experiences b/c my hot flashes were so bad, I remember telling my mom that I can't continue to live like this..there has to be a better way. I haven't been clinically diagnosed, but I think I'm experiencing perimenopause. No one prepared me for this, and the conversation needs to be had. Thank you so much.❤

[@PlatinumD]

Oh wow! Go and get a hormone check

[@maximplicity]

I may be going through it but I know I also have PCOS. I bled for a whole year just about and it was consecutive. Then it would start and stop but they say the same my blood levels are good. And denied menopause because I asked yet put me on birth control which I took for a month stopped...no periods since. The memory, moods and pains are spot on. I need to find a specialist this has me thinking.

[@gwenharris1520]

Thank you for this. You deserve every blessing you receive

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@youlondasheffield1021]

Girl I’m going thru this right now..I was just at the ER last night for the palpitations and they couldn’t tell me why I was having them

[@PlatinumD]

Dehydrated

[@brittneythediva]

This exactly what I’m going through and I’m 36.

[@PlatinumD]

God bless you

[@King-pe7mw]

Hunnie Chiiiiile cause woo it’s not a game

[@PlatinumD]

Not to be played with

[@sutannag8652]

I could relate to EVERYTHING you said in this video 100% even towards the end of the video, I say the same thing that I would have my period back anyday over this mess. Thankfully I'm in post menopause and feel like myself again. I talk to my adult daughters about this because my mom passed away when I was 19 so I had no knowledge of early Menapause and what it is...the Beast...lol Thanks for being honest & transparent women need to know the ugly truth about menopause. Thanks for sharing!!

[@PlatinumD]

I can’t wait to feel like myself again

[@sutannag8652]

​@@PlatinumDyou will ❤

[@leeblessed7498]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing your experiences. I'm elated your journey is better. GOD BLESS.

[@PlatinumD]

Thanks for watching!

[@maretashepherd]

Hey been waiting on a video like this from you ❤ Thankyou 💜

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome!

[@HisWife72]

My cycle stopped at age 48 and at 49 the hot flashes and night sweats started. At 50 the leg cramps, body pains, eye issues(same as yours) , no sex drive, and mood swings started. My mood swings are so bad, I feel bad for my husband. He gets attitude and no ass lololol. I have to find a natural cure for this because I feel bipolar as hell. THIS TOO SHALL PASS!!

[@PlatinumD]

I bust out laughing! Lord the struggle

[@mamatosh05]

lol at attitude & no booty.

[@miatrotter5492]

I'm in perimenopause, have been since 38,39. Weirdly, I fell pregnant at 44 and carried up until 25 weeks and 3 days. My baby was still born. After that pregnancy I felt good as far as the night sweats stopped, up until a year ago they returned. My symptoms are night sweats, I need reading glasses if I'm wearing my contacts. My hair isn't growing like it used too. If I eat the wrong things I'll be inflamed. My hip used to hurt it doesn't anymore. My ears itch. Aint sleeping worth nothing. My mood is pretty good until its time for my cycle then I'll be depressed. I used to feel like I had to pee a lot, but that stopped. My period used to be 28 days faithfully. Now it still may be every 28 days or sometimes the 27th day or the 26th day.

[@miatrotter5492]

I'm 46 now by the way.

[@PlatinumD]

Lord. Our bodies go through so much

[@MermaidQ]

Thank you 💜💜💜 I needed this … I’m not crazy 💜💜💜💜

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@AshleyNRichardson]

I appreciate this video. When you said, “Be your own advocate,” that spoke to me. I experience so many of these symptoms and have been tested twice. According to my blood work I’m not there yet, but my body tells me something different. Thanks for your transparency.

[@PlatinumD]

Maybe peri

[@AshleyNRichardson]

@@PlatinumD That’s what I’m thinking. I too will be 44 this year.

[@cynthiathomas3653]

Imagine going through menopause with stage four breast cancer at the same time

[@PlatinumD]

I’m sorry

[@cherylell4208]

❤🙏🏽🙏🏽❤

[@Iamwhit_ney]

I had a partial hysterectomy in June at 34 ( no kids ), and now my labs show I am pre-menopause. 😢 This video is right on time. Thank you, Nikki!

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@TheMoseswoman]

Love those pieces

[@PlatinumD]

💜

[@kamikr13]

All those outfits fit you nice!!.

[@PlatinumD]

Thank you!!

[@MsNeech76]

Oooooo I am here for this! Yes yes to all of this. My mom went through it in her thirties too. It seem to get bad for her after my youngest brother was born. Mom, sister, niece and my daughter very long and heavy cycles. Now it's my turn.. I had my youngest at 39, I'm 48 now. The last years it became harder, moods bad, scared to go anywhere, and the last was feeling like I was going crazy. The change is so real. Thank you for talking about this. My mom is no longer here and I can't ask her for advice. I just remember those moments. I am taking depression and anxiety meds that helps the mood and stuff. Whewwww. Thank you again. I need a bed fan and the hand fan too. I looooved the Bloom Chic clothing. Very nice, neat and definitely cutesy.

[@PlatinumD]

Me too!! The clothes were awesome. Hang in there boo

[@kayc3129]

Thanks for sharing your experience, this is a taboo subject I’ve noticed because women don’t want to talk about it. The entire time a friend or relative can be crawling the walls in a padded room with a straight jacket on. Lol! I had to make light of a heavy situation. But it’s true. Each one teach one. Be blessed.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes!!! Let’s talk about it more

[@tanishahurd9031]

Thank you so much for this! This topic is not discussed enough.

[@PlatinumD]

You're so welcome!

[@patricelangford]

OMG my dr put me on Paxil too because I don’t want any HRT!!

[@PlatinumD]

Did it help?

[@patricelangford]

@@PlatinumD it does.. I take it at night for my night sweats

[@latoniatysha4424]

Thanks for talking about this. I learned some things I didn't know. I am 51 and postmenopausal. I still have hot flashes, brain fog, and exhaustion just to name a few. I feel like this is not talked about enough. I do not feel like myself. But I keep pushing through. I do workout regularly and go for walks.

[@PlatinumD]

Thanks for sharing!! It’s exhausting

[@latoniatysha4424]

@@PlatinumD it is! Thank you for always being vunerable and sharing with us. You have helped me in many ways throughout the years. May God continue to bless you. 💜

[@proverb310]

Hello Platinum D and God Bless you because you are truly doing the work of the Lord. I will definitely be sharing this video with my Sister Girls and their daughters. I had the exact same symptoms that you experienced, except for the hot flashes. I did a little research and changed my OBGYN to one that specialized in Menopause. She told me to lay off of the refine sugar because is can contribute to hot flashes. She was correct because I never got them and I still have not had one. My mom did and so did my sister. Everything else you mentioned was spot on with me as well. I went from a light flow and no cramps to looking like a victim a in a slasher movie. I hated to go out and I did not wear light colors at all. I can't wait for this to be over. I also have brain fog. Thank you again for sharing your experience and you are helping other women because I thought I was losing my mind. 🧡🧡🧡❤🧡💛💙 Stay Blessed.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@beauphomasterpiece3795]

Definitely I was looking at each symptom as something isolated but full picture… I’m considering it’s definitely Peri ole hating self. That “you’re too young “ conversation is definitely old. If girls are getting their periods earlier than women can go through peri early. I have the same symptoms as you as well as skin itching, ear itching, dryness, bloating, indigestion, headaches, off balance, brain fog, memory lapse, etc

[@PlatinumD]

So true. Thanks for your input

[@FacesByHollywood]

Thank you so much for sharing I m going threw also this is from the pit s of hell

[@PlatinumD]

You got this!

[@MoonBeamsChild]

Lord have mercy it is a struggle. From hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings it's all too much. I hate it so much.😢😢😢 Thank you for bringing awareness to menopause. I appreciate you.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@kimb.1950]

I can relate, I went straight into menopause in my mid to late 30s due to chemotherapy. Thank you for discussing this topic. Many blessings to you 🙏🏾🌺

[@PlatinumD]

Yes my mom did too… now I’m wondering if it was the chemo or hereditary

[@rhevaallen3932]

You definitely nailed this one I hope it helps somebody whose going through the same thing because it's definitely not easy so thank you you're awesome❤

[@PlatinumD]

I hope so too! You’re welcome

[@ChristinesVida]

I’m usually a silent watcher I just turned 30 I thought menopause just meant you have no period. Clearly I’m wrong. Thank you for sharing ✨🫶🏾

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome. I wish it was that simple

[@LatBak]

I needed this!!!! No one talks about it and that is unfair to ladies about to get there, so one feels like a weak woman cos others didnt show any weakness and went through it. It was a rude suprise to me and I am a doctor!!! Now I really appeciate your hygiene videos. All of a sudden, i had a smell only i could smell. It was crazy. Had to take face towels out with me to wipe sweat. You helped me diagnose this. Not my gynea, who sent me to 4 other specialists who put me on meds that made it worse. It is a lot.....Thank you, thank you

[@PlatinumD]

Like why is no one talking about it

[@tinaburnette4170]

Hello Nikki! My hot flashes started at 26 and 39 now. Those sharp pains I have experienced also. It's rough 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@PlatinumD]

Very rough. Hang in there

[@tinaburnette4170]

@@PlatinumD Thank you 🙏🏾💜

[@nitabowser6320]

OMG I am so happy you made this video. I thought am I the only person feeling this way. Nobody talks about menopause we silently go through it. I feel a certain amount of relief that it's not just me.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes I get a relief hearing about others going through the same thing

[@cherrymoon58]

Great video.

[@PlatinumD]

Thank you

[@shirleygresham3251]

Thank you platinum, I appreciate you so much. I’m tuned in because I’m scared to start menopause I heard and been around people at going through it. So thanks for any advice or what to expect!!💜💜💜💜💜💜love the outfits!!

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome

[@SharonWilliams-n9h]

Thanks for sharing. Loving the hair.⚘️

[@PlatinumD]

You are so welcome! Thank you

[@LK-fy4dd]

Hello I’m going through menopause also in January this year I had a minor car accident the insurance company sent me to a chiropractor and acupuncture specialist every time I would see him for adjustments on my back it would be drenched in sweat from hot flashes he asked me would I like to try acupuncture for them I agreed ladies let me tell you the hot flashes have drastically lessened I went this whole summer and rarely have dealt with being drenched in sweat from hot flashes

[@PlatinumD]

Thanks for the tip

[@IAmMariaRoChelle]

I’m 40 years old and started going through menopause at 26 years old. I was taking Lydia Pinkham on and off I had two babies in 4 years then I got breast cancer and had to have a hysterectomy when I was 34. I don’t have the vagina dryness but I think my lady part lost weight 😂

[@PlatinumD]

Bye lol

[@curvyblessedbeat9059]

Thank you sooooo much for this video!!!❤️ I’m 45 and have been going through almost everything you have mentioned. Complaining about skeletal pain & the dr acts like I’m crazy. They tell you change your diet(I eat like a rabbit)loose weight(I’m trying!)but no answers. This really makes me feel like I’m not alone, thank you❤️

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@alfdallas21]

Ladies, what Nikki said about her cholesterol being unexpectedly high in her blood work as an early sign of perimenopause is true and also seems to affect Black Woman across the board, medically proven. My cholesterol was normal forever then all of sudden it went up. After I researched my symptoms and I brought it up to my doctor. I also refused to do hormonal therapy so I'm working through the process. So what Nikki said is a true statement and I too encourage Black Women to listen to their body and request a full blood test that includes asking for Vit D levels to be reviewed in your blood work. You should increase your Vit D3 intake as well as take magnesium supplements. (I've learned to take D3 (10000 IU) + "True Athletes" supplements to increase Vit D levels). Going through menopause is not for the faint of heart and only another woman can relate.

[@PlatinumD]

💜💜💜💜

[@prettybrowneyez]

I’m in my late 40s peri and still getting periods. The peri & pms is kicking my ass😢

[@PlatinumD]

You’re going to get them thru peri

[@kcstacks9530]

I thank you so much platinum💜 more black women need to speak about this ALOT MORE I’m experiencing this and I’m only 46 my hair was natural and thick and OVERNIGHT it became thin and I have a bald patch and I’m like WTF is happening we need for women to know THANK YOU THANK YOU

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome, hang in there

[@ladyt4905]

I'm crying. Thank u Queen for this video cause nobody talks about this. I'm currently in menopause. I don't have hot flashes but the brain fog was the hardest part for me cause I'm the go to person everybody comes to for information etc. All of a sudden I was like duh duh 😅 I'm glad I'm back to myself now but I can relate to some of the things you mentioned for sure. Ladies hang on in there!!!

[@PlatinumD]

Yes hang in there ladies

[@IamMsMoy]

Oh em gee, you shared your journey at the right time. So many of us are dealing with this in silence and not sure what to do and where to turn for help. Thank you Nikki ❤ I need to check Bloomchic out beyond suddenly in my corporate work era and need a few business pieces added to my closet.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes check them out and you’re welcome

[@aren8484]

I went into medical menopause at 35 after getting a hysterectomy, my fibroids were terrible, so much so that it put my hemoglobin at a 3. I had started to lose my vision and have episodes where I would pass out, the decision to get surgery was when I blanked out while driving and nearly wrecked. I came to my senses and said sis your body is shutting down. It’s been rough trying to navigate what my body needs, I can’t really eat a lot of things anymore. My sweet spot has been juicing, eating fruits and salads, cooked veggies. I still have my days where I eat what I want but the hot flashes push me right back to my normal routine 😩 I’ve been so tired lately that I’m finding it hard to get back into my gym routine, it’s just too hot outside so I stay in the house. I really appreciate you doing this video, it’s going to help so many women ❤

[@PlatinumD]

Praying for you

[@aren8484]

@@PlatinumD thank you 💜💜💗

[@tanyateeteemccollum8053]

OMG! thank you so much for doing this video , im 54 yrs old and i am going through most of all the symptoms of menopause right now . Pain, HOT FLASHES, mood swangs , ALL OF IT! i feel like im suffering and i HATE to get up and go to work or go shopping i barely move around chile. This sh*t is for the birds girl im tired and irritable. I have 4 grandkids and i barely can play with them all day or even watch them for a whole day because i have no energy nor patients for them, and i dont like that because they are my everything, my babies i only want to spend forever with the little cuties. But menopause is a evil thing i cant wait til its over.

[@PlatinumD]

It’s literally the devil! Hang in there

[@beautybysimonetv6602]

Whew chile! Going through ALL of this right now!😢😩 Thank you for speaking on this. Really thought I was losing my mind. Man nobody prepares us for this, we really have to start talking and sharing our experiences.

[@PlatinumD]

Yes, more women need to talk about it. Hang in there sis

[@ericambrown8712]

Thank you for this video! I have dealt with and are still dealing with many of those same symptoms!

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@cherylell4208]

Yes girl I was so tired of the murder scenes in my bed and shower, had to put a trash bag in the car seat just to go to the store and pray I get back without a catastrophe, oh child don’t mention those damn hot flashes 💥☄️🔥🔥🔥 And mood swings!🧟‍♀️👼🦹🏽‍♂️🙇🏽‍♀️🧟‍♂️🧚🏽‍♂️💥🌪🌝 I do hair and can literally feel the heat coming off of women having a hot flash and see the beads of perspiration on their scalp They can sweat their hairdo out before they get out the chair😅

[@PlatinumD]

It’s so sad

[@tywanbrown3034]

Nikki, Sis this video was nothing but the Truth nothing but. I’m mean it was like you was talking directly to me ok. I feel so shy about talking about menopause because I feel like “people” just don’t understand what I’m going through and have been through already. It’s not just the physical change but the mental part of it is super hard (at least for me). Thank you Thank you for doing this video and sharing 💜

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome

[@enidsoto8755]

🙏❤

[@PlatinumD]

💜💜

[@taneshafrancis123]

Baby!! This was something I really needed to hear!! . I'm a 53 yrs old breast cancer survivor. I went thru it from nov of 2022 to May of 2023. I had to do 5 sessions of chemo n 6 weeks straight of radiation treatment. At this time my cycle had just stopped. So my dr advised me that since my cycle hadn't stopped for 12 months I was in pre menopause. N bcuz of that I had to do the chemo n radiation. N now that I've been cancer free. I now am taking hormone pills. N I say this to say menopause is no joke. The sweating n hot flashes are killing me. But I just wanted to say thanks Soo much for sharing that. I needed it!!

[@PlatinumD]

You’re very welcomed

[@sweetrainissues1550]

PlatPlat 💜💜thank you SO for using your platform to keep all of us informed. I have some symptoms. Every since the age of 9 my cycle hasn't been normal. I would have a cycle one month and not the next. I totally agree that i had mass energy on my period time. I stay cold all the time. I have not been through 12 months of no period yet. The body is interesting.

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome. The body is interesting

[@HotSixty]

Thank You😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@PlatinumD]

You're welcome 😊

[@pattysprings86]

I appreciate you sharing this! So informative. I recall Oprah or someone explaining their experience and she was going crazy and was dismissed by doctors as well and she may have been closer to the age of onset.

[@PlatinumD]

You! I found a black woman doctor and she knew exactly what to do

[@YouTubeMother1952]

When you hit 40 your eyes change! You go look at a medicine bottle and that is when you know you need readers! Good job teaching Master Class!

[@PlatinumD]

Yes so much

[@MzAngie]

Girlllll... you better Preach! I definitely have had so many issues before I knew what was happening..... Menopause is the devil... but I'm glad it's pretty much over . I experienced a lot of what you're describing! I'm finally feeling better 🙌🏽

[@PlatinumD]

Glad you’re getting better

[@nicolettehugee9701]

I noticed with my vision. I'm experiencing what they call eye floaters. I have black spots in the front of my eyesight. They fade away as they come and go. I'm always have hot flashes. I'm constantly tired. Joint pain, crying spells. My body hurts all of the time. I get annoyed at everything and everyone. Thank u for sharing.

[@PlatinumD]

I have the floaters as well

[@martinebelot9018]

I was listening to you talking about what you went through with menopause and still going through with post menopause and I said OMG we went through the same thing, the difference with is that I have fibromyalgia. Thank you 🙏 for talking about it. If I could get ride of one thing it would be the hot flashes that makes you sweat like you are in hell. It seems that it will never end. The things that we go through as a woman. UNBELIEVABLE.

[@PlatinumD]

I thought I had that too

[@arleatha98]

49 and I'm in peri now. 2 months ago had a 30 day cycle then I was off for 58 days now it's back on. My mood is horrible, anxiety been to the hospital countless times. I'm so over this. Thank you so much for this Platinum 💜💜💜

[@PlatinumD]

You’re welcome, hang in there sis

[@tmitch5175]

I’m starting but still get a period and was trying for another baby but guess not I’m 46 😢

[@PlatinumD]

Don’t give up