A Chic, Natural, Empowered Approach for Women Over 40 

Menopause has a way of barging into your life uninvited — shifting your moods, your sleep, your body, and sometimes your confidence. For me, it arrived during one of the most emotionally demanding seasons of my life: caring for my aged mother-in-law, Maman Ruby, who was slipping deeper into dementia.

I remember the moment I realized something had shifted inside me. I was standing in the kitchen, making her lunch, when a wave of heat flushed through my body — the kind that steals your breath and makes you feel like the room is spinning. I brushed it off, then the next week another one came… and then another. Pair that with the exhaustion of caregiving, the pressure of being “the strong one,” and the quiet ache of losing myself in the process… and suddenly, I didn’t recognize the woman in the mirror.

That was the moment I said:

"No more shrinking. No more sacrificing my well-being. It’s time to reclaim myself — naturally, intentionally, and beautifully."

And that journey became the foundation of the work I now do.

Who I Am & Who I Help

I’m a Holistic Stress Management Coach & Gourmet Chef Milan Perry, founder of SoNaturelle Wellness and creator of the Awaken the Woman Within™ program.

I help overwhelmed busy professionals, women over 40 — and especially caregivers — feel like themselves again by:

✨ Balancing their mind, body & spirit
✨ Managing menopause naturally
✨ Reducing stress and emotional overwhelm
✨ Rekindling identity, confidence & feminine energy
✨ And creating a life that feels chic, intentional, and deeply nourishing

I’ve coached and supported hundreds of women in this season of life, and one thing I know for certain:

You don’t need hormones to feel whole again.
You need a plan — one that honors your biology, your emotions, and your desire to feel vibrant.

My Chic Approach to Managing Menopause Naturally

(Inspired by what I teach inside Awaken the Woman Within™)

1. Nourish Your Body with Functional Foods

Food became my first line of support — not dieting, not restriction, but nourishment.

I leaned into:
✔ Mediterranean-inspired whole foods
✔ Anti-inflammatory herbs
✔ Feminine-supporting ingredients like flax, lentils, leafy greens
✔ And simple meals that supported my nervous system

 I'm talking about consuming your daily menu with:

1. A vibrant tapestry of fruits and vegetables that are packed with essential micro and macro nutrients
2. Flavorful delectable whole grains that support your gut health that you absolutely love.
3. Nourishing proteins filed with aromatic spices that help build and maintain strong muscles in menopause.

Fueling your body's temple with these powerhouse ingredients is the greatest gift you can give yourself. Take a proactive approach to maintaining balance in every aspect of your journey.

Inside Awaken, I teach my signature “Eat Whole – Eat Well” method so you can calm symptoms naturally — without overwhelm.

2. Regulate Your Nervous System (Your Secret Superpower)

Hot flashes, irritability, and disrupted sleep often stem from an overstimulated nervous system.

When I was caregiving, I lived in a constant state of hyper-vigilance. I wasn’t breathing deeply, I wasn’t sleeping well, and my body paid the price.

What changed everything?

✨ Gentle nervous system resets
✨ Breathwork
✨ My violin therapy moments (5 minutes of neuroarts rewiring)
✨ Elegant evening rituals
✨ Slower, more mindful mornings

This is why nervous system support is a pillar inside Awaken — because menopause isn’t just physical… it’s emotional, spiritual, and energetic.

As my life coach so beautifully articulates...

"self-care is the foundation upon which our ability to thrive and contribute positively to the lives of others is built". 

3. Use Herbs to Support Feminine Balance

I am a certified holistic health practitioner and herbalist — and herbs became my saving grace.

Some of my favorites for this season include:
✔ Black cohosh (night sweats)
✔ Red clover (hormone balance)
✔ Ashwagandha (stress + cortisol)
✔ Sage (hot flashes)
✔ Maca (energy + libido)

Herbs don’t replace hormones — they support your body’s natural wisdom. It's absolutely possible to supplement your diet to support your body during this time. However, it is important to consult with your doctor if you are taking prescription medication. As well as a trained herbalist, naturopathic doctor or acupuncturist first before using any natural remedies.

If you’re craving guidance, structure, and a feminine, grounded way to feel like yourself again…
Awaken the Woman Within™ is your next step.
This holistic program helps you balance your emotions, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild your confidence — naturally and beautifully.
👉 Click here to learn more.

4. Reclaim Your Identity & Emotional Self

This was the hardest part for me.

Between menopause and caregiving, I felt invisible, like my womanhood was shrinking. I was serving everyone… except myself.

Inside Awaken, I guide women through a deep identity reinvention using Desire Mapping, emotional renewal practices, and sisterhood-based support.

Because managing menopause naturally isn’t just about easing symptoms — it’s about coming home to yourself.

5. Create a Lifestyle That Supports Your Chic Reinvention

Once I rebuilt my energy, everything changed:

🏡 I curated a home that nourished me
💃 I rediscovered my sensuality and confidence
🍷 I reconnected with the pleasure of cooking
🎻 I embraced creativity again
✨ I rebuilt friendships
🕊 I felt like myself — only more grounded, softer, wiser

Natural menopause support works when your lifestyle supports YOU.

This is exactly what Awaken the Woman Within™ is designed to do.

If You Feel Stuck, Exhausted, or Unlike Yourself… You’re Not Alone

Women message me every week saying:

“I don’t feel feminine anymore.”
“I’m always tired.”
“My body feels foreign.”
“I feel guilty taking time for myself as a caregiver.”
“I don’t know where to start.”

Sister… I’ve been there.

And there is a way forward that doesn’t rely on hormone therapy.

A way that feels elegant.
A way that feels nurturing.
A way that leads you back to the woman you still are — just waiting to be rediscovered.

Ready to Manage Menopause Naturally — and Reclaim Your Spark?

If you’re craving guidance, structure, and a supportive container…

✨ Join my signature program: Awaken the Woman Within™
Your roadmap to regulating your emotions, feeling balanced, creating rituals that nourish you, and reinventing your life in a chic, grounded, feminine way.

👉 Click here to learn more & begin your awakening.

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You deserve to feel good again — naturally, beautifully, and on your own terms.

Live Chic.
Live Well.
Always.

— Milan Perry
Elegant Wellness & Reinvention Coach for Women Over 50
Founder, SoNaturelle Wellness 💛