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Aug
11
Tuesday
Aug
11
Tue
Special Events :: Community Event
The Menopause Map
4:30 PM (America/Denver)
Sacred Ally Empowerment Arts Center
The Menopause Map Description:
When: Tuesday August 11th from 4:30pm-5:30pm
Cost: $10

August — Bone, Muscle & Longevity
In perimenopause, the fear of osteoporosis often lurks in the back of our minds, but the path to strong bones starts years before a diagnosis. Estrogen and progesterone play critical roles in bone signaling, and when they decline, our skeleton loses a key layer of protection. The good news is that muscle is not just for show—it is a metabolic and hormonal organ that directly communicates with our bones.

This month, we're cutting through the confusion about walking versus impact versus resistance training and getting clear on what actually builds longevity. Our idea practice is a mindset shift: reframe strength training not as aesthetics or effort, but as direct bone protection—every rep an investment in your future frame.

What to Expect:
You are invited to pull up a chair (or a yoga mat, or a cozy blanket) and join us for an honest, judgment-free conversation about (peri)menopause.

This is not a lecture. It's a gathering of women who are tired of being told "just relax" and are ready for real answers and real support. Together, we'll unpack the "hormone chatter" you hear online, translate the science into plain English, and leave you with one gentle, doable practice.

Come as you are—tired, frustrated, hopeful, or all of the above.

What to Bring:
Your curiosity: Bring your questions about the topic and what's happening in your body.

A journal and pen: We'll have moments for reflection and note-taking.

Something cozy: A favorite mug for tea or cacao, a soft blanket, or comfy socks. We're creating a space where you can physically feel safe and at ease.

An open heart: This is a space free of judgment. Your story is welcome here.




Meet Missy
Join Missy, The Menopause Midwife, as we explore The Menopause Map together through monthly focuses, including:

Hormone Reset Myths vs. Reality

Estrogen: Friend, Foe, or Both?

Progesterone & the Anxious, Wired Woman

Blood Sugar, Cortisol & Midlife Weight

Testosterone, DHEA & Confidence

Histamine, Inflammation & Summer Flares

Libido, Vaginal Health & Sensuality

Brain Fog, Focus & Cognitive Shifts

Bone, Muscle & Longevity

Thyroid, Metabolism & Energy

Mood, Grief & Identity Changes

Redefining Health After Menopause

Each month builds understanding while also standing on its own — so you can enter where you'd like and leave feeling more steady, informed, and equipped to navigate your unique terrain.
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Age Group: All Ages
Venue: Sacred Ally Empowerment Arts Center
Address: 130 E. Broadway St. Missoula, MT 59802
Phone: (406) 830-8082

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