Understand what’s happening in your body after 40, and walk into your next appointment prepared.
A plain-language illustrated guide, a 3-month symptom tracker, and a doctor-visit kit, so you finally know what’s going on, what to track, and what to ask.
Instant digital download. Type in it or print it.
You’re not imagining it.
Maybe you wake up soaked in sweat. Maybe your periods have become unpredictable, your joints ache in the morning, or you walk into a room and forget why you came in.
Most of us were never told what to expect in our 40s and 50s, or why it happens. So we search online, end up with a dozen open tabs and conflicting advice, and then forget half our questions once we’re finally in the exam room.
Three tools. One simple system.
Read what’s actually happening inside your body, in plain words.
Spend five minutes a month noting your symptoms and patterns.
Walk in with your history, your notes, and your questions ready.
My Body After 40: What’s Happening and Why
Ten short chapters that explain perimenopause, menopause and beyond, without the scary medical jargon. Every chapter ends with questions to ask your doctor.
- The three stages, and when changing periods need a doctor
- Hot flashes, night sweats, and why they happen
- Sleep, mood, anxiety and brain fog
- Bones, joints, heart, weight and metabolism
- Vaginal and bladder changes most women never bring up
- Treatment options to discuss, including the 2025 FDA hormone therapy label change
- A screenings checklist and how to make the most of your appointment
My Midlife Symptom Tracker
Three months of simple tracking you can type into on your phone or computer, or print and fill in by hand.
- Monthly Symptom Check: rate 16 common symptoms with one tap each
- 13 Weekly Logs for hot flashes, night sweats, sleep, mood and energy
- Spot possible triggers like warm rooms, caffeine, alcohol or stress
- Period Tracker with flow and spotting
- Monthly Summaries: what got better, what got worse, what to tell your doctor
My Doctor-Visit Kit
Everything your doctor is likely to ask about, and everything you want to ask, in one place.
- Before-the-Visit Checklist
- Health Snapshot with your screenings, blood pressure, cholesterol and more
- Family Health History and Medication List
- Questions by topic, from hot flashes to bones to treatment options
- Visit Notes pages, plus what to say if you feel brushed off
Every fact comes from a trusted source
No miracle cures, no “balance your hormones” supplements. Just clear information from respected medical organizations, with every source listed at the back of the guide.
Researched and updated in 2026. PhyllinGood is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations.
This is for you if…
- You’re in your 40s, 50s or beyond and your body is changing
- You want to understand why, in plain language
- You’ve left an appointment and remembered your question in the car
- You want to feel organized and heard at your next visit
It’s probably not for you if…
- You’re looking for a diagnosis or a treatment plan
- You want a supplement or diet that promises to fix everything
- You’re looking for a printed, mailed book
Why I made this
I created PhyllinGood because so many women go through these years confused and unprepared, and too often feel brushed off when they finally ask for help. I’m not a doctor. I’m a woman who wanted clear, honest answers, so I dug into the research from trusted medical sources and put it into plain words.
My hope is simple: that you understand your body, feel good about it, and walk into every appointment ready to be heard.
The Menopause Kit
- My Body After 40, the illustrated guide (23 pages)
- My Midlife Symptom Tracker, fillable (23 pages)
- My Doctor-Visit Kit, fillable (12 pages)
- Type in them on your phone or computer, or print them
- Instant download right after checkout
Frequently asked questions
Is this a printed book?
No. It’s an instant digital download of three PDF files. Nothing is mailed to you. You can read everything on screen, and print any page you like.
How do I get it after I buy?
Right after checkout you’ll get your download links on the thank-you page and by email.
How do I type into the tracker and kit?
Open them in the free Adobe Acrobat Reader app on your phone, tablet or computer, then tap any box or circle to fill it in and save. Some phone browsers show the pages but won’t save what you type, so the free Acrobat Reader app works best. You can also print the pages and write by hand.
Is this medical advice?
No. The Menopause Kit is for general education and personal tracking. It’s based on published health research, but it can’t diagnose you or replace your doctor. It’s designed to help you have a better conversation with your own healthcare provider.
I’m already past menopause. Is it still useful?
Yes. Chapters on bones, heart health, vaginal and bladder changes, screenings and treatment options apply for years after menopause, and the tracker and kit are useful at any age.
Is this a subscription?
No. It’s a one-time $37 purchase, and the files are yours to keep.
What if it’s not right for me?
Email me at support@phyllingood.com within 30 days and I’ll refund you, no questions asked.
Who do I contact for help?
Email support@phyllingood.com and I’ll be glad to help.
Understand your body. Feel good about it.
Start reading tonight, track for a few weeks, and walk into your next appointment with answers and a plan.
Get The Menopause Kit for $37Instant digital download. One-time purchase.
The Menopause Kit is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is based on publicly available health research and is not medical advice or a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider. The author is not a doctor or medical professional. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911.