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Babble in your Inbox.
Tried, tested, and told like it is—every week.

Why we gotta be so serious all the time?!

Toss in an unexpected happy hour. Put a little fun on your calendar.

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#WhySoSerious #AdultHappiness #MakeTimeForFriends #HappyHour

It is so fitting that 2016 has been trending!

🎟️ Comment BALANCE for the ticket link 🎟️

Join us for an exclusive private screening of the first two episodes, followed by a guided discussion with our expert panel and the chance to connect with supportive, local resources.

This is a ONE NIGHT ONLY private screening at Jordan Commons and SEATS ARE LIMITED! Get your girlfriends and get your tickets! (Pro Tip: You don’t have to purchase them together- it’s open seating.)

If you’re navigating perimenopause, curious about what’s ahead (or behind you), or just craving an evening of learning + connection—this night is for you!

BALANCE: A Perimenopause Journey @balancedocuseries is a powerful docuseries uncovering the misinformation, silence, and lack of support surrounding perimenopause and menopause — while offering clarity, validation, and hope.

📅 Saturday, May 2nd
📍 Jordan Commons | Sandy, Utah
⏰ 6pm check-in | 7pm screening
🎟️ Private theater, resources in the lobby, gift bags, raffles and more!

👇 TAG YOUR GIRLFRIENDS AND COMMENT BALANCE FOR THE TICKET LINK👇

#balancedocuseries #perimenopause #watchbalance #menopause

I was surprised by this! I always thought the best way to wear them out was a big run or walking them as far as the day allowed.

Now when I need to exercise the dog, and I’m not so concerned about exercising myself at the same time, I can grab a nice iced coffee and just follow his nose! 🐶

Here’s the permission you didn’t need to slow down and enjoy.

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#SniffWalk #DogLover #LoveYourDog #SlowDownAndEnjoy

Your Easter gathering just got a lot more interactive and fun! Share and save this cute DIY Deviled Egg Bar my friend Erin made. Let your guests create their perfect mouthful of Easter deliciousness! 🐰

🐣Deviled Egg Bar!🐣

Topping Insipration:
🥚 Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro
🥚Horseradish
🥚Olive Tapenade
🥚French fried onions
🥚Pickles!
🥚Bacon
🥚Hot Sauces
🥚Prosciutto
🥚Truffle Oil
🥚Wasabi
🥚Crab Meat
🥚Smoked Salmon
🥚Capers
🥚Tomatoes
🥚Jalapenos
🥚Diced Ham
🥚Curry Sauce
🥚Salt & Pepper

Prepare your deviled eggs “naked” (without any toppings) and place on a platter. Display all of the topping ingredients in separate small bowls. Let your guests customize their deviled eggs with their choice of toppings and sauces.

So easy. So much more fun and memorable!🤩

Happy Easter celebrations!! 🎉

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POV: you ignore the symptoms… vs. you finally get real answers 💭➡️✨

Hot flashes. Brain fog. Anxiety. Sleepless nights. Sudden weight changes.
Just stress… or something more? 🤍

So many women move through perimenopause without real answers, despite how much it impacts our daily lives.

Grab your girls and join us May 2 | Sandy, Utah for a night centered on education, validation + community 💛

🎟 Comment “BALANCE” and we’ll send you the ticket link. Reserve your seats before they’re gone!

Hit follow. We’re your people. @babblewithbrookeig — the anti-influencer take on everything for 40+ ladies: fashion 👠 + food 🥘 + beauty 💄 + travel ✈️ + parenting 👶 + wellness 🧘‍♀️ + entertainment 🥂 and more!

#BalanceDocuseries #UtahGirlsNightOut #PerimenopauseSupport #Women’sHealthUtah

I’m so honored to be a Resident Writer for my favorite neighborhood magazine, @greetnorthendboise! 🤍

I love working with Emma and sharing some of our favorite things worth Babbling about in print with my neighbors. 🏡

Grateful, excited and already thinking about what’s next. 🖊️ ✨

#GreetNorthEndBoise #GreetMagazine #NorthEndBoise #NorthEndBoiseCommunity

April Fools Day is right around the corner, so we’re sharing some of our favorite pranks! 🤣

This one continues to be talked about years later in our household.

All you need is some chocolate pudding, in fact a snack pack will do. Hand your child a roll of toilet paper and tell them that your spouse needs it in the bathroom. Of course have the camera setup conspicuously beforehand so you can record their reaction. 🤫😂

Your spouse will have chocolate pudding discreetly on their finger. When your kiddo goes to hand over the toilet paper, they will wipe it on their hand. Watch their reaction!! 😂😂😂

Such an easy and always hilarious April Fools Day prank! We did it to both of our kids so get ready for video #2 (pun intended) coming soon. 💩 🤣 🧻🚽

Share with someone you know will love this and follow @babblewithbrookeig or visit www.BabbleWithBrooke.com for more fun and the anti-influencer take on everything for 40+ ladies- fashion 👠 + food 🥘 + beauty 💄 + travel ✈️ + parenting 👶 + wellness 🧘‍♀️ + entertainment 🥂 and more!

#aprilfoolsday #aprilfoolsdayprank #prank #aprilfools

➡️ Share this with your favorite prankster!

You asked! Here is part 2 of our pudding prank!!

Who knew you could have so much fun with chocolate pudding?! 💩

This is the best April Fool’s Day joke we’ve ever pulled on our kiddos. The beauty is, it takes almost zero planning. Just get some chocolate pudding (or Nutella) and get ready to record your kid’s (or friend or spouse’s) reaction.

Who can you gross out with this prank this year?

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#aprilfoolsday #aprilfoolsdayjoke #aprilfoolsdayprank #poopprank

Always hilarious and couldn’t be easier! 😜 Don’t let April Fools Day pass by without getting your spouse, your kids, your roommate, your friends.

For a complete recap of all our April Fools jokes, including epic pranks for kids, foods that fool, and even *dolphin penis* snacks (what?!?!?), check the blog: www.BabbleWithBrooke.com

Share and follow @babblewithbrookeig and visit www.BabbleWithBrooke.com for more fun and the anti-influencer take on everything for 40+ ladies- fashion 👠 + food 🥘 + beauty 💄 + travel ✈️ + parenting 👶 + wellness 🧘‍♀️ + entertainment 🥂 and more!

#aprilfoolsday #aprilfoolspranks #easyaprilfoolspranks #aprilfoolsjokesforkids

✨ Special Guest Announcement!

We’re so excited to welcome Marcella Hill to our Exclusive Balance: A Perimenopause Journey Screening in Utah on May 2nd!

Marcella, who is featured in the docuseries, will be speaking to inspire hope, create laughter in the chaos, and remind you- you’re not crazy, it’s your hormones! 💛

Plus, we’ll have an expert panel to answer your questions and local resources to support you.

Grab your girlfriends, your mom, your daughters! This is your girls’ night of connection, education, and real talk. ✨

🎟 One night. One theater only.
📅 May 2nd
⏰ 6:00 pm

👇 Comment “Balance” for ticket info!

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#BalanceDocuseries #Women’sHealth #Perimenopause #womensupportingwomen

We’ve Babbled about A LOT of stuff over the past 3 years 🤭✨ and we have one list that has every single thing we love that’s part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale! 🛍️🌸

Comment “SALE” and I’ll DM you a direct link to the Amazon list 💌🔗 Easy peasy- add to cart all the things you need and want for:

Health & Wellness 🧘‍♀️💊
Summer Fun ☀️🌊
College Prep 🎓📦
Easter Basket Items 🐣🧺
Korean Skincare 🧴✨
Summer Dresses 👗🌸
Socks 🧦
…and so much more! 🛒💖

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#amazonbigspringsale #getprepped #easterbasket #youregoingtowanttocheckthisout

Something feels… off lately?

Mood swings. Sleep issues. Brain fog. Hormones doing their own thing.
Is it perimenopause?

You’re not the only one wondering, and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for a girls’ night out filled with education, validation, and community. 💬✨

📅 May 2
📍 Megaplex at Jordan Commons – Sandy, Utah
🕕 6:00 PM – Health + Wellness Lounge
🎬 7:00 PM – 2-episode screening of Balance

Plus:
👩‍⚕️ Expert panel
⭐ Special guest
🛍 Local health + wellness vendors
🎁 Gifts + prizes

One night. One theater. Women who get it.

🎟 Comment BALANCE for more information and to reserve your seats— you don’t want to miss this!

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#perimenopausesupport #balanceaperimenopausejourney #womenshealthutah #perimenopausehealth

Hot flashes. Brain fog. Anxiety. Bad sleep. Weight changes.

Is it stress… or is it perimenopause? 🤷‍♀️

Most women enter perimenopause with little to no education despite it being one of the most impactful phases of our health.

@balancedocuseries is a powerful docuseries uncovering the misinformation, silence, and lack of support surrounding perimenopause and menopause while offering clarity, validation, and hope.

Babble recently hosted this event in Boise and the response was incredible- the theater sold out and the night delivered exactly what we hoped for: women learning, asking questions, sharing experiences, and connecting with trusted health and wellness resources.

Now we’re bringing that same powerful night to Utah! One night and one theater only.

Join us for an evening of education, validation, and community as we screen the first two episodes of BALANCE followed by a special guest conversation and expert panel discussion.

✨ Private theater screening
✨ Special guest appearance
✨ Expert panel discussion + Q&A
✨ Local health + wellness resources
✨ Gift bags and prizes

📅 May 2
📍 Megaplex at Jordan Commons | Sandy, Utah
⏰ 6:00 pm Health + Wellness Lounge | 7:00 pm screening

Grab your girlfriends, daughters and mothers and come learn what no one taught us about this stage of life.

🎟 COMMENT: “BALANCE” FOR THE TICKET LINK ⬇️

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#perimenopause #womenshealthevent #utahwomen #balancefilm

Anyone else have that “Oh crap! What am I gonna make for dinner tonight?!?” moment? I do. Nearly every day. And usually halfway through the day.

🍽️ We’ve got the perfect recipe for that moment. Easy! Only a few ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen anyway.

🌟Wow the fam tonight with this one! And add it to your regular rotation.

Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken
Ingredients:
4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
4 garlic gloves, minced
1/3 c honey
½ c ketchup
½ c soy sauce
½ tsp oregano

Directions:
Arrange chicken on bottom of crockpot. Whisk together garlic, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, and oregano. Pour over chicken. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours. Pairs nicely with rice (cook rice in rice cooker and set to “hold warm” - dinner is done!).

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Babble is the anti-influencer, midlife friend that cuts through the crap, saves you time, and makes life way less annoying.

Share with the friend who’s been personally attacked by a fitting room.

Part 2 drops soon- follow @babblewithbrookeig so you don’t miss the rant continuing.

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Perimenopause is wild.

One minute you’re thriving.
The next you’re awake at 3am solving problems that don’t exist and irrationally irritated by loud chewing.

I recently wrote an article for Babble all about why travel and female connection matter during perimenopause, and why sometimes the most therapeutic thing you can do is get out of your routine and into a girls trip.

Want the article?

Comment the word RESET and I’ll send it to you. 🤍

Save this for later, and send it to the friend who’s also awake at 3am.

#Perimenopause #Women’sTravel #PlanTheGirlsTrip

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