Poised for Confidence (and a Chance To Win a $250 Visa Gift Card)
I consider it my job to be a fun squasher. I like to have conversations with my kid that preempt jokes, demystify life's oddities, and suck all the joy out of slang terminology. It started early with our first talk about where babies come from and will continue on and on. She knows the proper words for most everything; she understands the basic mechanics, and as time goes on, I'll fill her in on the details. It's all so that when puberty slaps her across the face, she'll be prepared.
It won't be a big deal because we will have already covered every angle.
The conversations won't stop there, though. It's not like our bodies magically stop changing once we get past that puberty thing. There is the fun of road maps of stretch marks from having a baby, the gray hair that comes in to remind us life is stressful (or maybe it's that genetics stink), breasts have a way of inching their way south, wrinkles make bumps in the road maps of our faces, and then there's that whole thing that comes along and makes puberty seem like a party.
Menopause.
I've (HOPEFULLY!) got a little bit of time before I'll have to deal with the symptoms of menopause, but frankly I'm a bit freaked out by them. Why is it that we talk openly about puberty but not menopause? WHY? I'm extremely fortunate that several of my friends are older than me, so I'll get a bit of a heads-up on what to expect.
I hope to give Alexis that heads-up as well. It may not happen for a while, but you can bet it will happen.
Poise brand is encouraging women to have The "Second Talk" in time for World Menopause Day on October 18th. I plan on tuning into the conversation so I can learn more about menopause and the solutions to some of the symptoms, thereby preparing myself for what's coming. The2ndTalk.com has information about things like hot flashes, dryness, and vaginal odor. They are all topics nobody seems to talk about, but we should.
And when it's time for me to combat what comes with menopause? Poise is introducing products designed to help women feel more comfortable, more in control, and more prepared to deal with the physical changes menopause and peri-menopause can bring. Be sure to look for details about the Body Cooling Towelettes; they look so refreshing.
It is easier to be confident as our bodies change when we know what to expect.
When do you feel most confident? Leave your answer in the comments to be entered for a chance to win a $250 Visa Gift Card. Me? I feel the most confident when I'm watching my kid be confident.
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Reader Comments (377)
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https://twitter.com/mngirlinssp/status/229439252075782144
i'm most confident at work and when I'm wearing new shoes. I'm also confident that menopause is right around the corner...
i feel most confident when i am wearing nice clothes and have my hair and makeup fixed nicely
here's my tweet link!
https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/229725700209377280
I feel most confident after getting a tan!! and being around my friends!!
I am most confident when I am with my Mom, cousins and aunts. Reunions, holidays, celebrations, etc...
I feel the most confident when I am wearing nice clothes, jewelry and have my hair done nicely.
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https://twitter.com/Kellydinpa/status/229761034771116032
I feel most confident when I am talking about things I'm knowledgable and passionate about. I'm following a few new paths that have to do with my passion for birth/birth education and it really makes me feel good about myself.
i feel most confident w/ heels & a flowy dress :)
family74014 at gmail dot com
I am most confident when I cross over a finish line (of a running race or triathlon) and I'm not last!! :)
I'm most confident when I'm rested and with my kids.
I feel most confident when I have a good day with my kids and they are smiling all day.
Call me vain. I'm most confident on a good hair day and when I have a pair of jeans that fit well. And cute shoes.
https://twitter.com/MichelleSmiles/statuses/229999875310354434
I am definitely the most confident when I walk out of the house first thing in the morning. Head high, I haven't spilled anything on myself yet, no injuries at that point and anything can happy from then on. I also feel confident yelling at baseball/football/hockey games, confident being myself with the best of friends, and confident when I am talking to someone about books
confidence is key. https://twitter.com/yay_toast/status/230016025603760128
I feel confident when I try something new and I enjoy it.
nickieisis3atgmaildotcom
Good for you to have girlfriends older than you to get heads up. Most of my friends, at least those I’m closed to, are the same age as I am. I guess it’s time for me to turn to Mom for the 2nd talk. I feel most confident when I do what I love, which is to cook for my family.
Amy [at] utry [dot] it
tweeted about this giveaway: https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/230164441612840960
Amy [at] utry [dot] it
When I have completed my tasks, worked out and done (hair/make-up) - pretty rare these days.
I am most confident when I am well groomed and if it is a business situation, when I know my subject matter well.
chrisdeglen tweeted:
twitter.com/chrisdeglen/status/230205258729676800
I feel most confident when I'm in charge.
I'm just about the age for this too and not looking forward to it either. But then again, I never hear anyone saying they can't wait. lol
What makes me feel most confident is being dressed very nicely and polished.
Thanks so much.
Tweeted; https://twitter.com/peg42/status/230296625900310528
Thanks
I feel most confident when I am excercising regularly and eating well.
I'm my most confident when I'm with my husband, he makes me feel great!
I feel most confident after a great haircut and style!
fs4sarah at gmail dot com
I feel most confident when I've had a good nights sleep. Thanks.
https://twitter.com/prismperfect/status/230342299232657408
https://twitter.com/Facetwit17/status/230344086903730177 tweet
I feel happy!
I feel most confident when I'm around close friends.
I feel most confident when I'm doing something I know and love at work
when i talk about things I know about
I am most confident when I am well rested and surrounded by family friends
https://twitter.com/mkjmc/status/230423309601341441
twitted this today, 31/7
I feel the most confident when I'm with my boyfriend :)
I tweeted about the giveaway, I'm @AmberGoo:
https://twitter.com/AmberGoo/status/230448230251507713
I feel most confident when I am well rested and have been working out
I'm most cofident when I have on a cute outfit.
austma7@aol.com
I know when i am around my wife since shes my love of my life and has done everything for me..
I feel the most confident when my skin is clear
I feel my most confident when I know I am looking good and I know what I'm talking about!
I am most confident when I am wearing something that I know looks good on me. Clothes CAN make the woman!
I'm most confident when those in my care are healthy and happy.
I am most confident when I'm feeling fit, when my clothes fit well and my skin and hair look good. If I'm in a pair of sweats with my hair up and feeling bloated, I am not at all confident.
I feel most confident when I feel fit, am dressed well and appropriate.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com.