Menopause, and the almost decade leading up to it (perimenopause) have a bad rap. Yes, the physical and emotional experiences that are triggered by the decline in fertility and sex hormones is no walk in the park. No doubt, hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, pain, sleeplessness and dryness impact quality of life and vitality.
But, like the pain that accompanies birth and the discomfort that accompanies puberty, the challenges that accompany menopause are a precursor to a new and beautiful stage of life.
The Beginning
When my friend and business partner, Patty Pappas, and I were imagining our future product for women in menopause, we remembered what it was like to be pre-pubescent, strong, full of confidence and moxie. We wanted to be the best, shine our brightest and win. The onslaught of change that was puberty filled our bodies with new levels of hormones and it seemed our unabashed determination to have our lights be seen moved over to make room.
Now, on the other side of our fertility, we are re-experiencing that confidence and self-assurance. We are wondering why puberty brought such a strong desire to fit in, acquiesce, please and stay in our places; and we are happy to rediscover a drive to speak the truth, step up, consider our own needs and protect our interests.
Hello Again Suppositories
This is why we named our products Hello Again. We wanted to welcome back those girls we remembered and help others to do the same. With the use of cannabis and other carefully selected botanicals, we are lifting the negative experiences of menopause, helping women feel healthy, not high, and allowing them to FEEL LIKE THEMSELVES AGAIN.
We believe that when women of all ages are feeling their best, they are able to shine their brightest. At this phase of life, however, confidence, drive and ambition are combined with wisdom, perspective and optimism; thus, strengthening the V-Force in the world! That is GYNOMITE!
So, put on your own oxygen mask first. Take charge of your wellness by exploring and experimenting. Turn down the physical and emotional noise that perhaps has been there so long you cease to notice it. Turn up your light and face it out into the world.
Carrie Mapes is one of the co-founders of Hello Again. Hello Again is a cannabis-powered vaginal suppository that combines the healing power of cannabis with soothing botanicals to provide relief from the physical and emotional challenges brought on by menopause. Hello Again was formulated for menopause, but is now helping women of all ages. Carrie and her co-founder Patty Pappas are first time entrepreneurs. Carrie and Patty founded Hello Again in 2019, after extensive research and development. The duo is committed to offering solutions for women to improve both mental and physical health and feel like themselves again.
Their grandmother’s tolerated, their mothers medicated, and they CREATED Hello Again!