Do you remember years ago when you had a cold and your mum would put Vick’s
in a bowl with boiling water and you would put your head over the bowl with a towel thrown over the top to keep the steam and heat locked in while you took deep breaths to help clear all the mucus lodged in your head, nose and chest ? Well this is a really healthy alternative as I wouldn’t ever use Vick’s because it is petroleum-based ( sorry mum ) . Why not use Eucalyptus gum leaves instead, they’re full of eucalyptus oil and are free. Here’s what you do……put a big handful of gum leaves in a pot on the stove cover with water and bring to the boil. Stand over it and breath in the steam and vapors it really does unblock and clear all the sinuses. . Sheree from “Simpleliving“ did it the other day and it really cleared her nasal passages whilst giving her a facial cleanse at the same time really worth trying. Thanks for sharing with us Sheree.
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Perimenopause Calm Down Coloring Sheets (For When You Want to Scream into a Pillow)
Free Printable Downloads for Women 40+ Navigating the Hormonal Rollercoaster
Let’s be real—there are days when being a woman over 40 feels like riding a hormone-fueled tilt-a-whirl without the safety bar. Welcome to perimenopause, my friends. If you’ve ever found yourself sweating while standing in front of the fridge, crying over a puppy food commercial, or forgetting why you walked into a room (again), you’re in good company.
That’s exactly why I created these Perimenopause Calm Down Coloring Sheets—printable pages made especially for those “I swear if someone breathes near me I’m going to scream” moments.
What Are Calm Down Sheets?
These aren’t your typical mandala coloring pages. Nope. These were lovingly illustrated with women in perimenopause and menopause in mind—think messy buns, mood swings, and a whole lot of caffeine. Each sheet includes relatable cartoons, cheeky quotes, and stress-relieving doodles that are way more satisfying to color than pretending you’re fine.
They’re perfect for:
Rage coloring during a hot flash
Cooling down after snapping at your partner for chewing too loudly
Unwinding with a glass of wine and a pack of colored pencils
Quiet moments when your brain fog lifts just enough to enjoy something creative
Why Coloring Helps During Perimenopause
There’s science behind this, promise. Coloring helps lower cortisol levels, focus your mind, and gently ease anxious thoughts. It’s like a mindfulness practice, but one that doesn’t require Lycra or a meditation app subscription. And let’s be honest—when the world feels a bit much, giving a snarky mug or frazzled cartoon woman a splash of lavender and hot pink is downright cathartic.
What are and where can I get gum leaves, I’m not familiar of them?
I wondered the same thing.
They are in Australia Koala’s eat them. I am not sure if you can buy them.