A woman in midlife suddenly starts waking up with intense anxiety and asks whether this is due to perimenopause or something else. Jessica discusses the common causes of insomnia in midlife and then offers tips on how to stop insomnia for taking over one’s life. Ask Jessica is an advice column for women in midlife. We cover all things related to midlife from changing bodies to career transitions to parenting teens to sandwich generation challenges

A woman in midlife is shocked by the sudden aging of her face and wants to know what are legitimate ways to reduce wrinkles on middle-aged skin? Jessica explains why our skin ages faster in midlife and then shares research-backed ways to protect your skin from aging, so that you can avoid the snake oils and “miraculous” fixes that are so prevalent these days.Ask Jessica is an advice column for women in midlife. We cover

After a series of challenging and draining life events, a woman in midlife feels stuck in all aspects of her life and struggles to get back into the swing of things. Jessica explains why this woman is experiencing this slump and shares ideas on how to overcome burnout, rediscover motivation, and get back on track. Ask Jessica is an advice column for women in midlife. We cover all things related to midlife from changing bodies

A mother wonders whether her inexperienced teen will be ready for college and what she can do to prepare her daughter so that she is safe and well-equipped to navigate the sexual pressures that can be experienced in college or beyond. Jessica normalizes her daughter’s level of experience and then offers some ways to more fully prepare her for the real world.Ask Jessica is an advice column for women in midlife. We cover all things

A perimenopausal woman struggles with her mood and irritability and wonders whether she should needs hormone replacement therapy or antidepressants during perimenopause. Jessica explains why a doctor might encourage antidepressants over Hormone Replacement Therapy and how to respond, depending on symptoms and feelings about one’s doctor. Ask Jessica is an advice column for women in midlife. We cover all things related to midlife from changing bodies to career transitions to parenting teens to sandwich generation