Looking for ways to make sure your journey through perimenopause and menopause is a smooth one? Pick up a copy of the August 2012 edition of Essence Magazine. Karen Giblin, President of Red Hot Mamas and Dr. Verna Brooks McKenzie, Red Hot Mamas advisor provide information so you won't be caught off guard.

Tips on improving menopause brain fog, mood swings, hot flashes, loss of libido, weight gain, vaginal dryness, fibroids, osteoporosis are included.