Making Life Beautiful Again | Health and Beauty for Midlife Women

43 | Summer Skincare for Midlife Women: How to Hydrate, Calm & Care For Your Skin (Face + Body)

Hello Beautiful!
I’m so glad you’re here because this week kicks off our Summer Series—and we’re starting with something that’s been coming up a LOT lately: summer skincare for midlife women.
If your skin has been acting out lately—tight, shiny, red, or just off—you are not alone. The heat, the sweat, and the hormonal shifts in midlife create a perfect storm for skin frustration.
In this episode, I’m sharing:
Why your usual skincare routine might be a little too much for summer
How to figure out if your skin is actually dry... or just super dehydrated and overwhelmed
The body areas we never talk about (like underboob and inner thighs) and how to keep them calm and comfy
A few of my favorite clean, midlife-friendly products that actually help soothe and hydrate without being heavy
And some easy changes you can make to feel more confident and comfortable in your skin all summer long
Also—if you’ve been guessing at what your skin needs, let’s stop that today. You can grab a free skin analysis at makinglifebeautifulagain.com, and I’ll help you figure out what’s really going on.
And because I want you to take action on what we talked about, I’ve got a free Summer Skincare Workbook waiting for you inside the Making Life Beautiful Again Facebook group. You’ll love it.
💬 One more thing—our Saturday Morning PJ Party is coming up on August 2nd at 9am CST! We’re celebrating ONE YEAR of livestreams together, and I would love for you to join. It’s happening on Zoom, but the link is only going out to email subscribers and facebook group members—so make sure you’re in one of those before the big day!
Thanks for being here with me today. I can’t wait to hear what little shift makes the biggest difference for your skin this summer.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
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Here is the link to the Give-A-Derm products mentioned in the episode. Use code: michellerose to get a 10% off discount.

42 | How to Naturally Balance Your Hormones and Start Feeling Like Yourself Again

Hello Beautiful!
If the thought of balancing your hormones naturally feels overwhelming—or you’re not even sure where to begin—this episode will walk you through the small, foundational shifts that actually make a difference.
We’re simplifying what can feel complicated, and helping you focus on what really moves the needle when it comes to hormone health in midlife.
You’ll learn: ✨ What happens when estrogen drops—and how it affects carb sensitivity 💧 Why hydration and circadian rhythm are foundational to hormone health 🌿 The role of cortisol in inflammation, stress, and stubborn weight gain 🤸‍♀️ How gentle movement supports the nervous system and lymph flow 🍽️ What to prioritize this week (without flipping your life upside down)
These aren’t fads or fixes. They’re simple shifts rooted in how your body was designed to function—so you can finally feel like yourself again.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. 📥  Join our Facebook group to download the workbook and connect with a supportive community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
🎬 Prefer video? Watch on the go: https://www.youtube.com/@michelledayrose
📧 Want a coach to walk with you? Email me at: michelle@michelledayrose.com
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P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.

41 | Let's Talk Hormones: Why 'Normal' Lab Results Don't Mean You're Okay

Hey friend,
Have you ever walked away from a doctor’s appointment, labs in hand, thinking,“Okay… but if everything’s ‘normal,’ why do I still feel so off?”
You’re not alone.
This episode is for the woman who’s exhausted, foggy, gaining weight, waking up at 3am, or just not feeling like herself—but keeps getting told, “Everything looks fine.”
We’re talking about:
What hormone labs are really telling you (especially if they’re in the low end of normal)
How to connect your symptoms with what’s happening inside your body
The role of thyroid and cortisol (often overlooked but key!)
Why now is the perfect time to build a personal hormone baseline—even if you feel great
What to do next… even if HRT isn’t on the table
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. 📥  Join our Facebook group to download the workbook and connect with a supportive community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
🎬 Prefer video? Watch on the go: https://www.youtube.com/@michelledayrose
📧 Want a coach to walk with you? Email me at: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
 
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.

40 | Wait… This Is Perimenopause?! No One Warned Me It Would Feel Like This

Hello Beautiful!
Because I know you’ve been feeling off. You’re doing all the right things—you’re eating well, trying to move your body, juggling life like a champ—but still, something doesn’t feel right. You’re waking up at 3am. Your energy is gone before noon. Your jeans aren’t fitting the same. And your brain? Foggy.
Maybe you’ve asked your doctor. Maybe you’ve Googled. Maybe you’ve just been silently wondering, “Is this just what being a woman in midlife feels like?”
In this episode, I’m sharing something I wish I’d known earlier—the surprising truth about what’s really going on in your body during perimenopause and menopause. We’ll talk about hormones like testosterone (yep, that’s part of it too), progesterone, and estrogen... and how they affect way more than just your cycle.
I’m not here to give you a diagnosis. I’m here to give you words for what you’re already feeling—and a first step that might change everything.
Pull up a cozy seat. Bring a notebook. Let’s talk about what no one told us.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. 📥  Join our Facebook group to download the workbook and connect with a supportive community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
🎬 Prefer video? Watch on the go: https://www.youtube.com/@michelledayrose
📧 Want a coach to walk with you? Email me at: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
 
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.

39 | What Adult Children Really Need From Their Moms

If you're a mom in midlife trying to navigate what it means to parent adult children—this episode is for you.
Maybe your grown kids are pulling away. Maybe you're unsure how to help without sounding like you're trying to take control. Or maybe you're in a sweet season but want to make sure you stay close as things change.
Wherever you are, today I’m sharing 5 powerful shifts I’ve learned (and am still learning!) about loving our adult children well in this new chapter of motherhood.
In this episode, we’ll talk about: • Why your grown child may feel misunderstood—and how to fix that • How to support without solving (yes, it’s possible!) • Why presence matters more than perfection • How to rebuild trust after distance or conflict • A gentle reminder that God’s heart is for reconciliation
I’ll also share a personal story from a recent road trip with my daughters that reminded me just how precious simple connection can be—even in the midst of life’s heavier moments.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. 📥 Get the free reflection workbook inside our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
🎬 Prefer video? Watch on the go: https://www.youtube.com/@michelledayrose
📧 Want a coach to walk with you? Email me at: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.

37 | Why You Crave, Why You Overeat, and How to Stop Feeling Guilty as a Midlife Woman

Hello beautiful!
Have you ever wondered…
“Why am I craving sugar every night?”“Why can’t I stop snacking, even when I’m full?”“Why isn’t this diet working for me anymore?”
If you’re a woman in midlife struggling with cravings, emotional eating, or weight gain—and tired of feeling guilty around food—you’re not alone. And you’re not broken.
In this episode, we’re breaking free from the hidden food rules that have shaped us for decades.You’ll learn how to listen to cravings, hunger, and fullness without guilt, fear, or shame—so you can rebuild trust with your body and enjoy food again.
We’ll cover:
Why cravings aren’t a sign of failure—they’re wisdom from your body
The 5 types of hunger (and why it’s not always about food)
Why diet culture taught us to distrust hunger, fullness, and desire
A simple practice to respond to cravings and fullness without guilt
How to pursue health, weight loss, and nutrition without falling back into control and fear
Whether you’re looking to lose weight, stop emotional eating, or simply feel at peace with food again—this episode will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. Grab the free workbook that goes with this message inside the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
🎧 Missed the last two episodes? Go back and catch them—they’ll give you the foundation for this journey
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.
📧 Want a coach to walk with you? Email me at: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
Let’s make peace with food, rebuild trust with your body, and create a beautiful next chapter—together.

36 | Rebuilding Your Relationship with Food After Diet Culture

Hello beautiful!
If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of “clean eating,” cutting carbs, calorie tracking, or chasing that elusive diet that finally works—and you still feel frustrated in your body… this episode is for you.
Midlife brings real changes to your body, but diet culture didn’t exactly prepare us for that. In fact, it often made things worse.
In this episode, we’re talking about how to heal your relationship with food in midlife, let go of old food rules, and finally start trusting your body again—without guilt, restriction, or feeling like you’ve failed.
Whether you're navigating weight gain in perimenopause, feeling lost after years of dieting, or simply want to eat with peace again, this is the honest conversation you’ve been craving.
We’ll also talk about:
Why your body isn’t broken—and why it may not respond to diets anymore
How to shift from control to curiosity using the “Fuel First, Treat Later” rhythm
Why your cravings are actually intelligent signals, not signs of weakness
How to build a mindset that helps you enjoy food and support your body in midlife
💛 Let’s rebuild trust with food—and make life beautiful again, one peaceful meal at a time.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. Don’t forget to grab your free workbook and start applying these truths to your own life. You will find it inside the Making Life Beautiful Again Facebook group: 
👉 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.
📌 Interested in 1-on-1 coaching? Let's talk—DM or email me to get on my calendar!
📧 Email: michelle@michelledayrose.com
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NEXT WEEK: How to figure out what your body really needs when you have cravings.

35 | The Anti-Diet Approach That Actually Works (No Willpower Required)

Hello beautiful!
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by all the food rules out there—what to eat, what to cut, what to fear—and you’re just tired of starting over again and again... you are not the only one.
I created this episode for the midlife woman who’s done with diet culture, done with restriction, and ready to feel good in her body again.
Because I don’t think you need another plan. I think you need to understand how your body was designed—and how to fuel it with what it actually wants.
In this episode, I’m walking you through the simple, foundational pieces of what your body is made of (we’re talking water, protein, healthy fats, fiber, and all the good stuff)—so you can finally stop guessing and start feeling grounded in how you eat.
We’ll also talk about:
Why one-size-fits-all diets don’t work (and why you’re not failing)
How glucose spikes are sneaking in and messing with your energy, cravings, sleep, and stress levels
A rhythm I use myself called Fuel First, Treat Later (yes, it’s as gentle and doable as it sounds)
This isn’t a detox. It’s not a quick fix. It’s a conversation—about how to nourish your body without shame, restriction, or stress.
And if you’re someone who’s busy (like really busy), just know—this rhythm works especially well for women like us.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. Don’t forget to grab your free workbook and start applying these truths to your own life. You will find it inside the Making Life Beautiful Again Facebook group: 
👉 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.
📌 Interested in 1-on-1 coaching? Let's talk—DM or email me to get on my calendar!
📧 Email: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
NEXT WEEK: How to Eat with Trust Again: Rebuilding Your Relationship with Food After Diet Culture

34 | What to Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned

Hello beautiful!
If life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would… this episode is for you.
In today’s heartfelt conversation, I’m sharing the story of my Aunt Bernice—a 94-year-old powerhouse who lived with purpose, strength, and joy until her final days. She never had children. She lost her husband. She faced more grief than most of us ever will. But she didn’t let that stop her from building a beautiful life.
Whether you’re dealing with midlife transitions, feeling behind in your purpose, or grieving the life you thought you’d have by now—this episode will remind you that it’s not too late. You can still start again. You can still create joy. And you can still make life beautiful.
We’ll talk about:
How to find purpose again in midlife
What it means to balance grief and joy
How discipline and delight can live side by side
Why legacy isn’t about what you have—it’s about how you live
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
P.S. Don’t forget to grab your free workbook and start applying these truths to your own life. You will find it inside the Making Life Beautiful Again Facebook group: 
👉 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
P.P.S.🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.
📌 Interested in 1-on-1 coaching? Let's talk—DM or email me to get on my calendar!
📧 Email: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
NEXT WEEK: We’re talking about easy and balanced nutrition—how to know what your body really needs to live a long, strong, and joy-filled life. No extremes, no diets—just simple, life-giving choices that work for your season.

33 | How to Feel Good In Your Body Again - Without Changing It First

Hello beautiful!
For so many women—especially in midlife—body shame doesn’t always look like hate. It looks like disconnection.
You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else, pushing through, and now you don’t even feel like yourself anymore.
In this episode of the Breaking Free from Body Shame series, we’re walking through three simple, practical ways to start reconnecting with your body—without changing it first.
Inside this episode: • Why you don’t need to “love every inch” to feel confident • What body disconnection looks like (and why it’s so common) • Three daily habits to help you feel grounded, present, and strong • The truth about where real body confidence comes from • How to stop outsourcing your healing—and start owning it
This is not about chasing a number. It’s about coming home to yourself.
Hit play, and let’s dive in. 
XO,
Michelle
 
Grab the free workbook inside the Facebook group: 
👉 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makinglifebeautifulagain
📌 Interested in 1-on-1 coaching? Let's talk—DM or email me to get on my calendar!
📧 Email: michelle@michelledayrose.com
📸 IG: @michelledayrose
🎧 Be sure to subscribe + leave a review if this spoke to you—it helps more women find the healing they’ve been craving.
 
NEXT WEEK: The wisdom of a long, beautiful life. I’ll be sharing simple, powerful rhythms my 94-year-old great aunt lived by to stay active, grounded, and full of purpose all the way until the end. You don’t want to miss it.