Kathy Chase Wellbeing

Hormones and Your Lymphatic System: Why Perimenopause and Menopause Can Leave You Feeling Puffy and Sluggish

Did you know that fluctuating and declining estrogen levels can affect your lymphatic system?

During perimenopause and menopause, hormonal changes can influence how fluid moves through the body and may contribute to feelings of puffiness, heaviness, and swelling.

💧 Reduced vessel tone
Estrogen helps support the tone of lymphatic vessels. As levels fluctuate and decline, lymph transport can become less efficient.

💧 Increased fluid retention
Hormonal changes can affect how the body regulates fluid, contributing to puffiness in the face, breasts, hands, legs, or abdomen.

💧 Changes in connective tissue
Estrogen helps maintain tissue elasticity. As levels fall, tissues can become denser and less flexible, which may impact lymphatic circulation.

💧 Increased inflammation
Lower estrogen levels are associated with increased inflammation, which can contribute to fluid congestion and feelings of heaviness.

Supporting Your Lymphatic System During Perimenopause and Menopause

✔ Regular movement such as walking, yoga, swimming, or rebounding
✔ Staying well hydrated
✔ Eating anti-inflammatory foods such as berries, leafy greens, oily fish, and turmeric
✔ Prioritising sleep and stress management
✔ Gentle self-care techniques such as dry brushing or lymphatic massage

How Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) May Help

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, rhythmic treatment designed to encourage lymph movement and support the body's natural fluid balance.

Many clients report:
✨ Feeling lighter and less puffy
✨ Reduced swelling and bloating
✨ Improved relaxation and sleep
✨ A greater sense of wellbeing

If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling swollen, heavy, or sluggish, MLD may be worth exploring.

📅 To book an appointment, send me a message or book online:

https://kathychasewellbeingbooking.as.me/?appointmentType=category:Clinic%20Session

Initial appointment (up to 75 minutes): $120
Follow-up appointment (60 minutes): $105

Introduction to Ink Pen Botanicals

🧑🏼‍🎨Sunday, June 28th
Leafy Hollow Lavender
Waiuku

10.00am to 1.00pm
Only 10 places.

All materials provided.
Morning teas included.

Taking it step by step, we'll be playing with techniques, and I'll be sharing tips for getting started. Located in this inspirational garden setting.

Warning: ink pen drawing is highly addictive.

You don't have to be an expert at drawing, simply relax, join in and enjoy!

Book Now!
$80pp

To book, use the link in this post, contact Kathy on Messenger or email: [email protected]

Booking link:
https://kathychasewellbeingbooking.as.me/?appointmentType=93361985

If you would like to be on the Newsletter for my upcoming events, you can register via my website:

www.kchaseartist.com

I also recommend following this page; you can find me on Instagram.

Ready for your next creative escape!

Dahlia Watercolour Pencil and Ink Pen Workshop

Friday June 12th
10.45am to 1.00pm
Artisan Alcove
Waiuku Family Support
Queen Street

All materials provided.

You don't have to be an expert at drawing, simply relax, join in and enjoy!

Book Now!
$50pp

This is a small class, with only 8 places.

To book, use the link in this post, contact Kathy on Messenger or email: [email protected]

Booking link:
https://kathychasewellbeingbooking.as.me/?appointmentType=87677444

Introduction to Ink Pen Botanicals

🧑🏼‍🎨Sunday, June 28th
Leafy Hollow Lavender
Waiuku

10.00am to 1.00pm
Only 10 places.

All materials provided.
Morning teas included.

You don't have to be an expert at drawing, simply relax, join in and enjoy!

Book Now!
$80pp

To book, use the link in this post, contact Kathy on Messenger or email: [email protected]

Booking link:
https://kathychasewellbeingbooking.as.me/?appointmentType=93361985

If you would like to be on the Newsletter for my upcoming events, you can register via my website:

www.kchaseartist.com

I also recommend following this page; you can find me on Instagram.

I did a one off class early this morning for a group of teachers and their kids, getting in before school started for the day.

Thank you. What a lovely way to start the day❤️

I have some wriggle room in my Saturday 9am Hatha Yoga class here at my home based studio in Waiuku. If you would like to come along message me for details.

You are welcome to attend for the remainder of the term or casual. Beginners welcome.