Why Did I Walk into This Room?: Finding the Humor When Perimenopause is Kicking Your Ass

by Christy Heitger-Ewing

186 pages, Paperback

Published March 3, 2026

Reviews

[Kathy Eliscu · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ll keep this short and simple, if possible, because I don’t want you to delay in buying or ordering this book.
This hilarious and very occasionally sweet and sad book (which I appreciated) is a MUST READ for women in their middle to later years. The perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause humor gave me a much-needed perspective on learning that all those ridiculous symptoms that we go through as women are commonplace. We are no longer a weirdo walking around with extra abdominal flab, rages, hot flashes, and all the other little treats we are greeted with after not enough years spent having fun and being young. No, we are part of a big group of weirdos! But let me get to the best part:
Ms. Heitger-Ewing’s writing made me literally LOL. Not just a muffled chuckle. I’m talking lung exercise and aching in the abs. The writing is so sharp, to the point, and hits every funny bone I have. I didn’t realize I had so many. Funny bones, that is. Her use of cursing is spot-on, reserved for the most perfect accompanying words, not just one big, long curse, which I how I felt pretty much throughout perimenopause.
But the other thing? I soon realized I had a female soulmate in Christy. Was she reading my mind?!? It felt so. She talks about things I wouldn’t even tell my doctor, therapist, or Uber driver.
This is every woman’s book. And it wouldn’t hurt the occasional guy to read it, too. It could pre-empt a whole lot of trouble.
Now go! Go! Get this book.

[Jennifer Feiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Why Did I Walk into This Room is exactly the book I needed right now! Going through this crazy time in life can feel very isolating and just plain bizarre. Reading this lets you know that you aren't going through it alone! I loved all of the stories and laughed out loud soooo many times! This is a must read for anyone who sometimes wonders, Why DID I walk into this room? No, you're not crazy - it's just perimenopause!

[Brown Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Why Did I Walk into This Room?: Finding the Humor When Perimenopause is Kicking Your Ass is a refreshing and hilarious read.
The author shares real experiences with honesty, humor, and courage.
It’s relatable, uplifting, and full of laugh-out-loud moments.
The writing makes a challenging stage of life feel lighter and more understood.
A fantastic and empowering book that many readers will truly appreciate. 📚✨

[Tamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t express how appreciative I am to have found this book. So relatable, honest and refreshing! I have spent the last couple of years not understanding what I was experiencing and now I feel like I have learned so much while realizing I’m not alone. Christy writes with such humor, compassion, and openness that after reading you feel like you’ve just spent time with your best friend, who also happens to have a wealth of knowledge!

[Jill Enders · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christy Heitger-Ewing is that loving big sister — cool Auntie who you want explaining the body changes. She gives it to you straight and funny in just the way you want to hear crappy body news. Change is inevitable- laughter helps.

[Karrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I swear she followed me around and took notes for this book. Crazy, unbelievable and funny