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Menopause is officially ONE day. The point when you haven’t had a period for 12 consecutive months and the marking of the end of your reproductive years. That’s it. Even if you don't have a period for 11 months and then get your period. Guess what? It doesn't count! You have to restart the clock. That's why tracking is such an important part of your journey. It's information. Now the lead up to getting to this one day - that's where all the changes happen . This period of time is called Perimenopause. Think of it as puberty in reverse: your hormones are shifting, and your body is adapting. The transition can start years before that final period, and for some, symptoms linger well after. Often the term menopause is used as an umbrella term for this time but technically, it's just the one day.
Perimenopause (a word many of us hadn't heard before, including me) is the lead-up to this one day of Menopause when hormones start shifting, and you notice changes. Hot flashes, sleep issues, anxiety, brain fog, random weight gain, suddenly not caring about things that were sooo important. Yep, that’s perimenopause. The often messy part where our lives can feel like they have been turned upside down. When most people talk about Menopause symptoms they are usually talking about Perimenopause. And here’s the kicker: It can start in your late 30s or early 40s. Way before most of us expecting it.
Perimenopause can last anywhere from a few years to a decade. Menopause itself is just one day, the anniversary of your last period. After that, you’re in postmenopause, and your hormone levels start to settle into a new "normal".
While doctors are essential for diagnosing and treating medical conditions, many women find that their menopause-related concerns extend beyond what traditional medical appointments can address. A menopause coach complements medical care by offering personalised support tailored to your unique experiences and goals.
Here's how I can support you:
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Holistic Lifestyle Guidance: We'll work together to develop sustainable lifestyle changes, including nutrition, mindset, exercise, and stress management, which can alleviate menopausal symptoms.
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Emotional and Mental Support: Menopause can bring emotional challenges. I provide a safe space to discuss feelings and develop coping strategies.
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Education and Empowerment: Understanding menopause empowers you to make informed decisions. I offer education on what to expect and how to manage changes.
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Bridging Gaps in Care: If you feel your concerns aren't fully addressed in medical settings, I spend more time exploring your experiences and needs and help you advocate for yourself.
Research indicates that health coaching can significantly reduce menopausal symptoms and improve quality of life. By working together, we focus on your overall well-being, complementing the medical care you receive from your doctor.
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There’s no single reliable test, hormone testing can give clues, but since levels fluctuate, symptoms are often the best indicator. but if your periods are getting unpredictable and you’re experienceing symptoms like night sweats, anxiety, brain fog, or joint pain, then it's most likely begun. If you used to have 28-day cycles and now they’re shorter, longer, heavier, lighter, or totally random, this is also a sign of perimenopause.
Yes! While the average age for menopause is around 51, women can experience perimenopause symptoms in their late 30s or early 40s and go through menopause before then. It can also happen earlier due to medical conditions, surgery, or treatments like chemotherapy.
Yes! Perimenopause does not mean infertility, it just means ovulation is unpredictable. You can still get pregnant if you are ovulating, even if your cycles are irregular. Some women assume they can’t conceive during perimenopause and stop using contraception only to find themselves unexpectedly pregnant. If you’re not looking to get pregnant, it’s important to keep using birth control until one full year after you reach menopause.
Common early signs include:
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Irregular periods (shorter, longer, heavier, lighter)
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Sudden mood swings or increased anxiety
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Brain fog & forgetfulness
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Sleep disturbances (waking up at 3 AM for no reason)
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Unexplained fatigue
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Changes in libido
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Not necessarily. Hormone levels fluctuate so much that a single test isn’t always reliable. Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms and age. However, testing can be useful in specific cases (like early menopause or unusual symptoms).
Many women on birth control pills, hormonal IUDs, implants, or injections don’t experience regular periods,or any at all, making it tricky to recognise the changes of perimenopause can bring to their cycles. Since hormonal contraception can mask symptoms like irregular cycles, the best way to know where you stand is by paying attention to other signs like sleep disturbances, mood changes, hot flashes, or new anxiety.
Once you hit menopause (12 months with no period), you’re in postmenopause for life. Some symptoms ease up (like hot flashes and brain fog), while others, like vaginal dryness, sleep issues, and bone health changes may persist.
Menopause Myth
Menopause happens overnight.
Truth:
Perimenopause, the lead-up phase, can last several years and often begins in your 40s (or even late 30s). During this time, your hormones fluctuate, triggering symptoms, well before your periods stop.
Menopause is officially marked when you’ve gone 12 months without a period.
Perimenopause
The start of your natural journey to Menopause. Your body's production of estrogen and progesterone which are key female hormones starts to up and down at an unpredictable rate. Think rollercoaster rather than down a steep hill. It usually begins in women in their 40s (there are of course exceptions!). It can last from 2-10 years
Perimenopause Symptoms
There are well over 30 Perimenopausal Symptoms but the first most commonly recognised symptoms are
Postmenopause
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Postmenopause
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Estrogen
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Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
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Mood Swings
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Menopause Myth
Hormone therapy is too risky to consider.
Truth:
Hormone therapy (HRT) is safe and effective for many women when prescribed appropriately. It can help ease severe symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, protect bone health, and improve overall quality of life. The key? Work with a knowledgeable provider who can help you decide what’s right for you.
Welcome!
Menopause isn’t just a private thing women go through. It shows up in workplaces, families, friendships, and communities.
Menopause isn’t just something “she” goes through.
This guide is for you.
If you know even a little about it, you’ll be a better colleague, friend, partner, son, brother, or leader.
This Guide is For You Too
Why this matters
Menopause isn’t only her experience, it affects all of us. It shifts the rhythms of a relationship, the way you talk to each other, even how you see intimacy. If you’re here, it probably means you care about what she’s experiencing — and want to understand how to support her without feeling lost or saying the wrong thing (or breathing too loudly, or chewing too loudly!)