Understanding Menopause Through the Eyes of Those Experiencing It

Table of Contents 

Menopause: An Overlooked Reality

Menopause Stories: When Women Speak Out

Natural remedy for hot flashes: Héra

A product that is truly Made in France

Where can I buy it?

Stories from After Hera: When Life Changes

FAQ: Menopause and Natural Solutions

 

1. Menopause: A Neglected Reality

Menopause is not just a simple “transition.” It is a profound upheaval—physical, emotional, and social. Yet it remains a taboo subject.

Every day, millions of women endure:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Chronic fatigue
• Insomnia
• Vaginal dryness
• Weight gain
• Hormonal disorders

And when they bring it up, they’re still too often told:

🗨️ “That’s normal—it’s just part of getting older.”

🗨️ “Pull yourself together.”

🗨️ “Take hormone therapy.”

But no one can describe what these women are going through better than they can themselves.

 

2. Menopause Stories: When Women Speak Out

👉 Hot flashes and sleepless nights

“I’d wake up soaked, with a towel around my neck, unable to sleep…”Francine, 61

👉 Fatigue and isolation

“It takes me two hours to fall back asleep after every puff. I’m exhausted every single day.” Fou.Ky, 45

👉 Early perimenopause

“At just 33, vaginal dryness, weight gain… and no hope of having a child.”Fanny, 33

👉 Hormone rejection

“Hormone therapy? No, thanks. It ruins your life.”Christine, 74

👉 Emotional distress

"Apart from hormone treatments, none of the over-the-counter Flon Flon products work. I'm sick of these money-grabbing scams. I'm tired of spending the last years of my youth feeling terrible." Marie-Claire, 51

Real, raw, and deeply moving testimonials

📌 Hélène_93

"I've tried everything—even over-the-counter meds, all those products advertised as supposedly effective—but nothing worked. I eventually just accepted that I'd have hot flashes, kept a terrycloth towel by my bed at night, and put up with some really lousy nights."

📌 Florence

"Hot flashes, but nothing helps... I'll just have to put up with this crap for years to come because all the doctors are men, and it's not their priority."

📌 Nicole_petit

"Weight gain, sweating between my breasts, vaginal dryness… And I can’t have a baby—I’ve been experiencing early perimenopause since I was 33."

📌 Christine.VEE

"Hot flashes are a real nightmare. It's been going on for eight years, and even today, they happen as soon as I get stressed. I refuse to take hormones. They make life miserable."

📌Claudette

"I've been going through menopause since I turned 50. The hot flashes are still here. I've tried everything. I think I'll have a hot flash on my deathbed."

3. Natural remedy for hot flashes: Héra

In the face of this silence, a French startup, Athana, designed Hera, a portable cryotherapy device that relieves hot flashes without hormones or medication.

 

✅ A natural solution that makes a difference:

• Instant results in 10 seconds
• 100% natural relief (no chemical treatments)
• Patented technology
• Discreet, quiet, and portable (compact size, fits in the palm of your hand)
• Up to 72 hours of battery life (50 sessions per charge)
• Temperature adjustable from 5 to 10°C
• Easy to use: just press and apply to the back of the neck, face, or wrists.
• A connected mobile app for tracking symptoms and customizing settings

 

4. A product that’s truly Made in France 🇫🇷

Contrary to what some people might think, Héra is not made in China. Athana proudly boasts a French production process:

• Concept development, design, and prototyping in Lille, Clermont-Ferrand, and Cugand
• Recycled plastics injection-molded in Cugand
• Hand-assembled in Cholet by adults with disabilities through a partnership with the Amipi Foundation
• A local supply chain that respects the environment and people

 

 

“We wanted to combine social impact with innovation. It’s not just a tech product; it’s a responsible approach.”

Thaddée Caron, founder of Athana

 

5. Where can I buy it?

📍 Available exclusively at athana.shop

📦 Free and fast shipping in France, Switzerland, and Belgium

💙 2-year warranty, money-back guarantee.

 

6. Testimonials after Héra: When Life Changes

Héra has been tested, certified, and is now trusted by over 5,000 users.
Thanks to our innovation, over 3 million hot flashes are relieved every day.

 

 

"Like millions of women, my mother suffered from menopausal symptoms: hot flashes, night sweats, flushing... She had up to 15 a day. And no natural solutions were available to her."

After 2 years of research and development, and thanks to close collaboration between engineers, doctors, designers, and researchers, Athana brought Héra to life."

Thaddée Caron, Founder of Athana

 

7. FAQ: Menopause and Natural Solutions

1. How can you naturally relieve hot flashes?

Hot flashes are one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of menopause. There are several natural ways to relieve them:

• Adjust your diet: focus on foods rich in phytoestrogens (soy, flaxseed, chickpeas), and cut back on caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods, which can make hot flashes worse.
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle: engage in regular physical activity and practice relaxation techniques (such as yoga, meditation, and deep breathing).
• Try herbal remedies: sage, red clover, black cohosh… some women find some relief, although results vary.
• Use targeted cryotherapy with Héra: this innovative device provides immediate relief in just a few seconds, without medication or hormones.

2. How long do hot flashes last?

The duration of hot flashes varies greatly from woman to woman:

• On average, they last between 2 and 7 years.
• In about 20% of women, they can last for more than 10 years.
• In rare cases, some women report symptoms even after they turn 70 or 80.

Their intensity isn't constant: they may be very frequent at first, then gradually decrease. Natural solutions like Héra can help reduce the discomfort they cause in daily life.

3. Do all women experience menopause in the same way?

No. Every woman experiences menopause differently:

• Some women experience only occasional brief hot flashes.
• Others experience a combination of symptoms: insomnia, night sweats, joint pain, mood swings, vaginal dryness, decreased libido, anxiety…
• The age at which menopause occurs also affects symptoms: early menopause (before age 40) can be more abrupt.

4. Why should hormone replacement therapy (HRT) be avoided?

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) remains effective for some women, but it also carries documented risks:

• Increased risk of certain cancers (breast, endometrial).
• Cardiovascular risks (thrombosis, stroke).
• Possible side effects: headache, nausea, bleeding, swelling of the legs.

Today, many women prefer to turn to natural solutions like Héra, which offer immediate relief without any unwanted hormonal side effects.

5. Is Héra covered by Medicare?

At this time, Héra is not covered by Social Security or private health insurance. However, the startup Athana offers:

• A 30-day "money-back guarantee" so you can try it risk-free.
• A 2-year manufacturer's warranty.
• A permanent promo code (MENO10) for 10% off.

Even without official reimbursement, Héra remains an affordable alternative compared to the recurring costs of certain ineffective medications or supplements.

6. Can Héra completely replace medical treatment?

No. Héra is not a medical device, but a natural wellness solution. It:

• Effectively relieves symptoms associated with hot flashes.
• Improves comfort and quality of life on a daily basis.
• May be used as a supplement to medical care.

It is not a substitute for treatment prescribed by a doctor for complicated menopause, but it offers a natural and innovative alternative for women who wish to avoid or reduce hormone therapy.