#159 - Story Session: Perimenopause, Boundaries, & the Power of Self-Care Rituals in Midlife with April MacKinnon episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 23, 2025 · 31 MIN

#159 - Story Session: Perimenopause, Boundaries, & the Power of Self-Care Rituals in Midlife with April MacKinnon

from The Midlife Feast · host Jenn Salib Huber RD ND

In this story session, April MacKinnon, founder of Anointment Natural Skin Care, opens up about nearly a decade of navigating perimenopause. From the early waves of anxiety and disrupted sleep to the surprising strength she found through resistance training, she shares her very relatable experience. We explore how resistance training helped April through anxiety when running no longer worked, how skincare evolved from function to connection, and why saying “no, thank you” with no explanation might be one of the best midlife skills of all.This honest conversation is a reminder that growing into ourselves doesn’t always mean doing more. It often means redefining what matters most.Connect with April🏷 Save 20% on Anointment products with the code FEAST20 The Website: anointment.caMagnesium Products:  nourishedmagnesium.comInstagram: @anointmentLike what you learned? Check out these other episodes!Rest to Reset: Redefining Rest and Self-CareHow to Stop the Burnout Train in Midlife with Dr. Leigha Saunders, NDWhy You Need to Put Capacity, Self-Compassion, & Self-Care on the MenuHow to Appreciate Your Changing Menopause Body with Dr. Charlotte OrdWhat did you think of this episode? Click here and let me know!📚 I wrote a book! Eat To Thrive During Menopause is out now!  Order your copy today and start thriving in midlife.Looking for more about midlife,  menopause nutrition, and intuitive eating? Click here to grab one of my free guides and learn what I've got "on the menu" including my 1:1 and group programs. https://www.menopausenutritionist.ca/links

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