You deserve to feel phenomenal in midlife
Menopause expert Jessica Barac sat down with our founder Stephanie to talk about navigating the physical and emotional changes of midlife.
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Jessica Barac entered early perimenopause at 37. A nutritionist and personal trainer, she has since become a trusted voice for women during this stage of their life.
We spoke to Jessica about what happens during perimenopause and menopause, and the everyday foundations that helped her move from surviving to thriving.
"Menopause is not the end of anything. It’s the beginning of a beautiful new chapter."Jessica Barac – Menopause Expert
When life asks more, your capacity can feel less predictable.
Midlife is often full: children, work, relationships, ageing parents, finances and a mental load that rarely switches off. At the same time, hormonal change can affect sleep and stress resilience.
Jessica calls it an energy mismatch: the demands on your life are increasing while your capacity to cope can feel as though it is decreasing.
The answer is not to demand more from yourself. It is to strengthen the foundations that support you.
What is happening and what’s the difference?
Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause. It can last for several years as oestrogen and progesterone fluctuate and decline. Experiences vary, but changes to sleep, mood, temperature regulation and concentration are commonly reported.
Menopause is reached 12 months after your last period. The years that follow are known as postmenopause. These moments are major life transitions - and a good moment to give your body more consistent support.
The night-time hero Jess loves
Wide awake at 3:21am? Many women describe perimenopausal sleep as a kind of jet lag: tired when they need to be awake, alert when they want to sleep, and suddenly thinking about tomorrow’s list in the middle of the night.
SNOOZE was designed for those nights. Its hero ingredient is Lactium®, a hydrolysed milk protein used to support relaxation and help with stress-related sleep difficulties. The chewable format means no water and no elaborate bedtime ritual. Take it as part of your wind-down before bed, or keep it nearby for those middle-of-the-night wake-ups. Always follow the on-pack directions.
"Sleep is the foundation of everything. When we’re not sleeping well, we don’t function well."
— Jessica Barac
Better nights begin before bedtime with Jessica’s routine
Supplements work best as part of the bigger picture. Jessica recommends building a simple “scaffolding” of habits that supports your sleep, energy and resilience.
Morning
Get outside in natural daylight to help anchor your sleep-wake rhythm. Move your body - even a short walk counts.
Through the day
Build meals around protein, fibre and healthy fats, with plenty of colour. Regular movement and strength work can help support muscle and overall health through midlife.
Before bed: try Jessica’s 3–2–1 routine
Tips for middle-of-the-night waking
When your brain will not switch off. Try one of these simple ways to break the thought spiral:
- Keep a notebook nearby.Write down the thoughts and tasks your brain is trying to hold on to. Use a dim, warm light rather than reaching for your phone.
- Try cognitive shuffling.Choose a simple word and think of unrelated words beginning with each of its letters. It gives your brain somewhere neutral to go.
- Breathe or hum.A short, gentle breathwork or meditation practice can help shift the pace of the moment.
- Do not turn wakefulness into a test.A difficult night does not mean you have failed. Return to your routine with consistency and kindness.
Once your sleep feels supported, you can turn your attention to the rest. Calmer days. Stronger immunity. More energy. A body that feels like yours again.
SNOOZE
When falling asleep - or getting back to sleep - feels harder, SNOOZE helps support a calmer evening routine and restful sleep. No melatonin. No complicated routine. Just thoughtful nighttime support.
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FOCUS
A natural milk protein that reduces cortisol and supports calm concentration. No jittery stimulation; just steady mental support.
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IMMUNE
Rest and immune health are closely connected. IMMUNE supports optimal immunity, iron balance and increased energy for busy days.
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DAILY
DAILY pairs 100 mg lactoferrin with a nutrient matrix for midlife support: for bones, skin, energy, iron balance, and immunity.
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This is not the end of anything.
It is the beginning of a new chapter - and you deserve to feel supported through it.
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