The time you spend exercising with you wife is not only good for your health, it can also promote bonding and happiness in your relationship. Show solidarity and support for your wife by encouraging her throughout the exercise, and by taking part in her healthy choices. Depending on the weight of your wife, it may not be feasible to hit the gym right away. She might even hate going to the gym. Instead, start with small, routine activities, like:  Going for a walk in the morning A leisure sport, like tennis Bird watching Shell or sea glass collecting Dancing Even something as simple as going to the park can help relax and restore her mind and body. You might want to take a Frisbee along, or your dog. You should also consider:  A visit to a scenic lighthouse. A trip to a museum or exhibit. Visiting local historic sites. Routine can give a sense of safety and pleasure to your weekly activities. Generally, it takes an average of 66 days to establish a new habit, and by planning on regular activities can help establish that habit.  You and your wife might agree on doing three exercise oriented activities every weekend. Encourage her to increase intensity and frequency as her fitness improves. Although not necessary to improve her fitness, a gym membership would provide many resources to her. Besides exercise equipment, many gyms also have trainers on staff. These individuals can help you develop a personalized exercise plan for her weight loss. A personal trainer can also:  Help her develop accountability Motivate her Realize new perspectives Achieve proper technique and form
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One-sentence summary -- Exercise together. Start with small, enjoyable activities. Spend weekends doing physical activities. Plan regular activities. Get a gym membership and consider a trainer, if applicable.


To make a frisbee you will need two paper plates, packing tape, scissors, and markers for decoration.
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One-sentence summary -- Get out supplies.


To help those around you adjust to the slew of symptoms you may start to experience for the next few years, explain to your immediate family and other supportive family members about your perimenopause. This will help them understand when you are irritable or can’t do as many activities because of headaches and hot flashes. If you have a group of friends you rely on for emotional support, these are the perfect people to tell about your perimenopause journey. They can support your decisions on symptom treatment, be available when you need to talk about your issues, and provide general feedback so that you don’t feel alone.  If you don’t have a group of friends like this, just one or two supportive people will still provide you with the emotional support you need to keep from becoming overwhelmed. If you simply have no one to rely on, joining a perimenopause or menopause support group at a local community gathering place (community center, YMCA, senior center, etc.) or church is helpful for reducing the impact your symptoms have on your mental state. Finding women who have gone through perimenopause is extremely helpful not only so that you don’t feel alone, but for getting advice about how to navigate this stage of life with minimal discomfort.
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One-sentence summary -- Tell your family. Build a support system. Find women to talk to.


Standard curtain panels have a 1½ inch (3.81 centimeters) wide hem on each side. The hem is folded twice, on both sides, so each panel will need to be 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) wider than you want them to be. This will allow you to create a double 1½ inch (3.81 centimeters) wide hem on each side. The easiest way to do this would be to mark off 1½ inch (3.81 centimeters) at the top and bottom of your curtain, and then to fold it. Use sewing pins to hold the hem down. Be sure to press the hem with an iron each time. If necessary, use sewing pins to hold the hem in place. If your curtain has a lining, cut your lining down to the width of your curtain, then tuck the raw edges into the hem. Sew as close to the folded edge as you can. Be sure to use a color that matches the curtain color as closely as possible.
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Make sure you have enough fabric for a double hem. Fold each side of the curtain by 1½ inch (3.81 centimeters). Fold the hem inward twice by 1½ inch (3.81 centimeters). Tuck the sides of the lining into the hem, if necessary. Consider using a sewing machine to sew the hem.