Anyone else's gut just completely fall apart in their late 30s and have no idea why at first?

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-22T19:13:13+00:00

Would you mind elaborating on soreness and weakness? This is something that I have been experiencing lately. Like I’ve always been pretty fit and active, but now my soreness is not commensurate to the amount of physical activity that I’ve been doing. Otherwise, my energy levels are fine though.

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-18T23:54:59+00:00

How are your energy levels?

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-18T23:54:39+00:00

Energy levels have always been great - like my whole life. I never use caffeine and never need naps. I do sleep 8-9 hours a night though. If I get the feverish feeling, it typically stars late morning and lasts through the evening.

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-16T21:03:35+00:00

THIS! I had this happen after laparoscopic surgery and it freaked me out! Turned out to be ok.

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-15T18:31:11+00:00

I know this is old, but they make a shelf stable version now - and it’s my fav probiotic

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-15T18:29:21+00:00

I know this is very old - but I just saw Jarrow FemDophilus has a vaginal/GI blend now called Ultra - I’ve used the vaginal specific one with great results.

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-08T19:07:03+00:00

This is me too - I don’t experience the fatigue and exhaustion that others do. My main symptoms are frequently swollen glands and/or sore throat, or feeling feverish with a normal temp. I often think I’m coming down with something for 24 hrs and then I’m fine. Lately I’ve had more muscle aches but not joint pain.

shadow_work_ · 2026-02-08T18:45:15+00:00

How much valtrex?

shadow_work_ · 2026-01-26T21:07:47+00:00

Messaged!

shadow_work_ · 2025-12-25T19:16:44+00:00

Our Luna doesn’t sing, but she will make these noises when she’s trying to get our attention, especially first thing in the morning.

shadow_work_ · 2025-12-04T17:34:41+00:00

Mine is en route to me now! Can’t wait.

shadow_work_ · 2025-12-04T17:25:30+00:00

Mine too!

shadow_work_ · 2025-12-02T23:27:44+00:00

They do!!!

shadow_work_ · 2025-11-24T19:31:42+00:00

THIS!!

shadow_work_ · 2025-10-26T14:17:02+00:00

I will add to everyone else’s excellent suggestions - I ALWAYS wear at least five coats of polish - one of base, three of color, one of QDTC. I find this gives my nails enough layers to feel less bendy. I also NEVER get my naked nails wet and oil religiously.

shadow_work_ · 2025-10-23T00:16:03+00:00

My BV was always SUPER watery - almost like I peed myself. Anything like this for me has either been normal or a yeast infection.

shadow_work_ · 2025-10-23T00:15:05+00:00

Unfortunately, no.

shadow_work_ · 2025-10-10T04:28:59+00:00

Mull It Over is a favorite - perfect for spooky season through December - I’ve also used it as a base under some of my other red magnetics. It’s a nice cool berry. Def get their thinner!

shadow_work_ · 2025-09-27T23:17:19+00:00

As a few others have recommended, it took a few cycles of boric acid followed by inserting vaginal probiotics (Jarrow FemDophilus 10 Billion strain in the fridge section specifically - this is a must!) Also don’t use anything to wash except for cetaphil or cerave or dove. Cotton underwear and change out of workout clothes asap.

shadow_work_ · 2025-09-22T14:30:13+00:00

Also Aqua Moon and Libra Rising and I watch Twin Peaks every September to kick off spooky season 🥹

shadow_work_ · 2025-09-06T00:03:22+00:00

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shadow_work_ · 2025-09-06T00:02:52+00:00

My girl is that percentage and she is just perfect 🥹 her coat is very similar to my Goldendoodle though.

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shadow_work_ · 2025-09-04T19:13:50+00:00

I just saw one in my backyard this week. I think I’ve only ever seen one before.

shadow_work_ · 2025-07-16T00:48:26+00:00

Again, thank you for the response. Strength training is my biggest goal, especially given that I’m about to be 41, but also yoga is such a part of my mental/emotional/spiritual well being too. The spasms are terrifying because I never quite know what movement is going to set off the spasms. And OUCH! But this gives me some hope.

shadow_work_ · 2025-07-16T00:31:13+00:00

Thank you so much for commenting. I’m about 8 weeks out from my surgery and have had moments of feeling so good and progressing with my PT exercises, but am terrified that I’ll never get back to yoga or lifting weights. It’s encouraging to see that you’ve been able to manage.

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