First things first - a huge thank you to everyone who purchased our very first Shebang Box!
You didn’t just buy a box - you took a powerful step toward reclaiming your clarity, wellness, and energy during perimenopause and menopause. We created this with so much heart, and it means the world that you said yes to yourself. You’re not alone on this path, and we’re so honored to walk it with you.
This box was born from burnout - our own. After years of holding everyone else together and ignoring our own needs, peri-menopause hit like a freight train. Brain fog, sleep disruption, anxiety, ragey mornings. It forced us to stop and in that pause, we realized something radical:
You don’t have to earn your rest. You just have to allow it.
So we made our first Shebang Box a tangible reminder that rest isn’t indulgent - it’s a return. A return to your body. Your rhythm. Your truth. Here’s what’s inside and why it matters.
Why We Started with Permission to Pause
We didn’t plan to create a subscription box. We planned to survive midlife. But when perimenopause hit, we realized something was broken, not in us, but in the way women are expected to keep going, no matter what. We were exhausted, anxious, overstimulated, and invisible… and still expected to function at full capacity.
This first box is our answer to that system. A nudge to stop. To reflect. To refill. We curated this with the care we never gave ourselves before and we hope it feels like an exhale in a box.
Laurie: I didn’t know how burned out I was until I lost all of my creative spark and my drive. That was my first real pause and it changed everything.
Dodie: For me, the warning signs were subtle. I thought my body was betraying me. But it was speaking to me. I just hadn’t been listening.
What’s Inside
Hormones Magnesium Spray by Balanced Home Apothecary
Magnesium + essential oils designed to calm the nervous system, support hormone balance, and help with sleep all in one soothing spritz.
Why we chose it: We both use this nightly. It’s our nervous system’s love language after a long day of holding everyone else up. Plus, it's made by Rachel, a local maker in Saint Louis that we found at a Farmer's Market. She is a fierce advocate for safe, natural hormone support. We love her heart and her mission. She was generous enough to offer a discount to our subscribers. You can use code SHEBANG to receive 10% off any order on her website: www.balancedhomeapothecary.com
Wondersleep Mushroom Gummies by Plant People
Melatonin-free, sugar-free sleep support made with functional mushrooms like Reishi, Saffron, and GABA. Wake up refreshed not foggy.
Why we chose it: Laurie relies on these when her mind won’t shut off. They work without the next-day drag.
The 5-Minute Self-Care Journal for Women
This journal offers you a quick, guided practice to reconnect with yourself through prompts, affirmations, and mini reflections - and it's doable in just five minutes a day.
Why we chose it: We wanted something that fits real life. We get it that you don't have hours to sit in meditation or to journal. This one makes space for you, even when your calendar is chaos. It also helps you build a daily ritual of checking in with yourself because better self-talk starts with giving yourself the mic occasionally.
Pamper Me Kit by Naisture
This kit has everything! Six spa-quality masks for face, eyes, hands, hair, and feet - with collagen, tea tree, coconut oil, and shea butter to nourish you head-to-toe.
Why we chose it: This kit makes it impossible not to carve out 15 minutes for yourself. Founded by an AAPI woman, Naisture is all about bringing the spa experience home and creating moments of connection, relaxation, and self-care you can share with those you love.
Exfoliating Glove by Kitsch
This glove gently buffs away dry skin and boosts circulation and it's perfect for menopausal skin that’s feeling a little parched or dull. Use it daily in the shower for soft, refreshed skin.
Why we chose it: We love Kitsch. They are a small, self-financed, woman-owned business that has come a long way since founder Cassandra Thurswell started it in 2010 in her small apartment in Los Angeles. We both love using this with our hormone-friendly cleanser below after a long day. It’s a small daily ritual that feels like hitting reset.
Tea Tree Honey Face + Body Cleanser by Lunasea Botanicals
This is a gentle, purifying cleanser for face and body made with tea tree, aloe, chamomile, honey, and organic herbs. It balances oil production, soothes skin, and supports a healthy glow without stripping your skin’s natural moisture.
Why we chose it: Created by a woman-owned brand we adore, this clean, calming wash is everything we look for in a daily cleanser: effective, nourishing, and safe for sensitive midlife skin.
Bonus Gift: Magnet Encouragement Frame + Monthly Mantra Card
A little extra love, just for you.
Tucked inside every Shebang Box, you’ll find a magnetic acrylic frame—perfect for your fridge, mirror, locker, or desk—and a brand new mantra card each month. It’s your personal permission slip to pause, reflect, and reset. Think of it as a visual anchor for your nervous system, helping you come back to yourself when the day pulls you in a hundred directions.
Why we chose it:
We believe in the power of small, sacred reminders. These mantra cards are designed to meet you exactly where you are with words that soothe, strengthen, or stir something awake. You'll get a fresh one in every box, because you deserve regular nudges that say: You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to feel joy. You’re allowed to heal.
The Science Behind the Pause
Studies show that menopause education and empowerment can significantly improve quality of life - reducing anxiety, depression, and the intensity of physical symptoms. And women who engage in regular self-care practices like mindfulness, journaling, and rest report better mood, sleep, and emotional regulation.
Source: North American Menopause Society, 2020; NIH Perimenopause Wellness Research, 2019
“Holding our breath or breathing shallowly always stops us from feeling. And to heal anything, we have to feel it. So breathe mindfully whenever possible.” — Christiane Northrup, *The Wisdom of Menopause*
“Menopause is not a disease. It's a planned change, and with the right information, it can be a powerful one.”— Dr. Jenn Gunter, *The Menopause Manifesto*
Your Pause Practice
There’s no “right” way to use your Shebang Box - just your way. But if you’re craving a little inspiration, here’s one way to turn it into a soothing, end-of-day ritual:
- Step into a warm shower with your clean body wash and exfoliating glove.
- Choose a mask that calls to you - face, feet, hands… it’s all fair game.
- Spritz magnesium on your belly, feet, or wrists, and let your shoulders drop.
- Take your Wondersleep gummies and let your mind begin to quiet.
- Jot down a few thoughts, gratitudes, or anything heavy in your self-care journal.
- End your day with your mantra card and a long, nourishing breath.
Ritual Extras to Support Your Pause
- 🎵 Permission to Pause Playlist - Listen on Spotify
- 🍵 Tea Pairing Suggestions - Try chamomile, lemon balm, tulsi, or a grounding rooibos blend
- 🪞 Reflection Prompts For Your Journal - What am I carrying that isn’t mine? What’s one thing I can let go of today? What is my body trying to tell me when I ignore my own needs? What’s one commitment I can pause or step back from this week? Where am I still trying to prove something and to whom? What have I outgrown that I keep holding onto out of guilt or habit?
- 💬 Bonus Mantras - Download our free Permission to Pause Mantra Printout.
You’re Not Alone
This isn’t just a box. It’s a permission slip. A reconnection. A community. Come join us where the real conversations happen:
About Shebang
Shebang is a women-founded brand reshaping the menopause experience. We’re here to flip the script on midlife... less shame, more soul. Through curated subscription boxes, real talk education, and a community that actually gets it, we’re helping women reclaim their energy, power, and permission to pause.
We started Shebang because we were tired of feeling dismissed, overwhelmed, and alone in our own perimenopause journeys. So we created what we wished we had: a lifeline disguised as a care package.
Whether you’re in the thick of hot flashes, ragey mornings, or existential unraveling, we’ve got you. Welcome to the club you didn’t ask to join but won’t want to leave.
Because midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a catalyst. 💥
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The information shared here is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider about your unique hormonal or health needs.
