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THE PAUSE: An Honest (and Hilarious) Guide to Menopause, Madness & Midlife Mayhem
Have you ever found your keys in the refrigerator, declared war on the thermostat, or cried at a puppy commercial and a car insurance ad in the same hour?
Welcome to the club. You’re not crazy, and you’re not broken—you’re just in The Pause.
The first time author Kitty Mae Reed realized her body was staging a rebellion, she was on a rollercoaster and thought, “This stupid ride is BROKEN!” it wasn’t the ride. It was her hormones rappelling down her biological skylight and moving furniture around her brain.
Menopause doesn't just shake up our own health and sanity; it impacts our partners, kids, and co-workers—who suddenly fear the wrath of Kit-killa (the author's personal name for her menopausal rage monster).
That’s why THE PAUSE isn't just another women's health book. It’s a hilarious and honest survival guide for the woman navigating the madness and for the brave souls who love her and want to survive the hormonal circus with their eyebrows intact.
This is your official invitation to The Pause Posse—a tribe of women choosing to laugh, learn, and thrive through this wild ride together.
Inside, you’ll
A Guide to Surviving the Human Furnace Real-life tips for managing volcanic hot flashes and night sweats without actually combusting.
Meno-Rage Management A game plan for when the sound of chewing feels like a personal attack (and how to tame your own inner "Kit-killa").
Brain Fog Sanity-saving insights for when your head feels stuffed with cotton wool and you keep asking, “Why did I come in here again?”
A Field Guide for Bewildered When to bring ice water, when to back away slowly, and why saying “It doesn’t feel that warm in here” could be their last words.
Reassurance You’re Not This chaos isn't the end. It's the prequel to a wiser, bolder, and more unapologetic version of you.
This is NOT a dry medical manual. It’s part survival guide, part therapy session, and part comedy special—100% real talk from a friend who’s been there, sweated through it, and lived to tell the tale.
May cause spontaneous snorting, an uncontrollable urge to read passages out loud, and the life-altering realization that you are, in fact, a magnificent menopausal maven... even if Kit-killa sometimes steals the spotlight.
If you’re done whispering about menopause and ready to laugh your way through it, scroll up and click “Buy Now” to get your survival guide today!
Welcome to the club. You’re not crazy, and you’re not broken—you’re just in The Pause.
The first time author Kitty Mae Reed realized her body was staging a rebellion, she was on a rollercoaster and thought, “This stupid ride is BROKEN!” it wasn’t the ride. It was her hormones rappelling down her biological skylight and moving furniture around her brain.
Menopause doesn't just shake up our own health and sanity; it impacts our partners, kids, and co-workers—who suddenly fear the wrath of Kit-killa (the author's personal name for her menopausal rage monster).
That’s why THE PAUSE isn't just another women's health book. It’s a hilarious and honest survival guide for the woman navigating the madness and for the brave souls who love her and want to survive the hormonal circus with their eyebrows intact.
This is your official invitation to The Pause Posse—a tribe of women choosing to laugh, learn, and thrive through this wild ride together.
Inside, you’ll
A Guide to Surviving the Human Furnace Real-life tips for managing volcanic hot flashes and night sweats without actually combusting.
Meno-Rage Management A game plan for when the sound of chewing feels like a personal attack (and how to tame your own inner "Kit-killa").
Brain Fog Sanity-saving insights for when your head feels stuffed with cotton wool and you keep asking, “Why did I come in here again?”
A Field Guide for Bewildered When to bring ice water, when to back away slowly, and why saying “It doesn’t feel that warm in here” could be their last words.
Reassurance You’re Not This chaos isn't the end. It's the prequel to a wiser, bolder, and more unapologetic version of you.
This is NOT a dry medical manual. It’s part survival guide, part therapy session, and part comedy special—100% real talk from a friend who’s been there, sweated through it, and lived to tell the tale.
May cause spontaneous snorting, an uncontrollable urge to read passages out loud, and the life-altering realization that you are, in fact, a magnificent menopausal maven... even if Kit-killa sometimes steals the spotlight.
If you’re done whispering about menopause and ready to laugh your way through it, scroll up and click “Buy Now” to get your survival guide today!
- GenresNonfiction
176 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 18, 2025
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About the author
Kitty Mae Reed
10 books4 followersKitty Mae Reed writes from the heart, drawing on her deep faith, love for family and nature, and a passion for helping others find peace. She is the author of the inspiring memoir series "A Suitcase and a Song," which chronicles a journey of resilience and hope, and "Glimmers-Live Life in the Glow," a guide to healing and discovering joy in the present.
Her other works, including "Little Child You No Longer Have to Walk on Eggshells," "IS IT ME? Walking the Edge: Inside the World of Borderline Personality," and the refreshingly honest "THE PAUSE: An Honest (and Hilarious) Guide to Menopause, Madness & Midlife Mayhem," reflect her commitment to exploring life's challenges with empathy, humor, and a guiding light towards healing.
Through her writing, Kitty Mae Reed seeks to connect with readers, offering solace, understanding, and the encouragement to live life in its fullest glow.
Her other works, including "Little Child You No Longer Have to Walk on Eggshells," "IS IT ME? Walking the Edge: Inside the World of Borderline Personality," and the refreshingly honest "THE PAUSE: An Honest (and Hilarious) Guide to Menopause, Madness & Midlife Mayhem," reflect her commitment to exploring life's challenges with empathy, humor, and a guiding light towards healing.
Through her writing, Kitty Mae Reed seeks to connect with readers, offering solace, understanding, and the encouragement to live life in its fullest glow.
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October 18, 2025
I am so happy to finally find an honest and informative introduction to something I have been fearing since my late 20’s. I am 38 and not yet to perimenopause but I know that with tools and facts that I've gained from this book I will be well prepared and while reading it the relatable way that she explained everything really put my mind at ease and helped me realize this is not something that I should fear. I am using the guide to prepare myself and make my journey fun, unique, and Rock the next chapters in my life when I get there! Thank you ma’am for your time.
November 10, 2025
Omg, what an awesome book. while this book came 15 years too late for me, I recommend it to all women who are starting this generic in their lives. while so much great information, it gives it a humorous insight into what we women are thinking or the concerns we may have. while it never happened to me, I learned a few things that will be helpful down the road. thanks to the author for writing a book to give us facts while trying yo help ease or nerves.
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