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52 results for “Perimenopause”: 24 articles, 2 videos, 26 resources

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ArticleAm I Too Young for Menopause? Understanding Early Menopause and Perimenopause9 Feb 2026What Is Perimenopause? Perimenopause is the transitional phase before menopause, typically lasting 4 to 8 years, with the average onset in the mid‑40s. But…
ArticleRecognising Perimenopause23 Apr 2025Here’s what you need to know about how to recognise perimenopause, aswell as insights into consulting with your healthcare professional about perimenopause.
ArticleHormone blood tests at perimenopause and menopause4 Oct 2023I completely understand the rationale to want to have hormone blood tests checked to see where you are in the menopause transition, and understand…
ArticleContraception, is it still important in perimenopause?14 Oct 2024When can I stop using contraception? So not all of us will need contraception, but it’s important to remember that even long cycles over…
ArticleMenopause and the Workplace5 Aug 2025Menopause is a natural life stage, yet its impact on the workplace is often overlooked. With nearly 900,000 women in the UK leaving their…
ArticleHRT, your questions answered23 Sep 2024Should everyone take HRT? I’m a big fan of HRT, I’ve seen it transform people’s lives. I don’t however believe there is any drug…
ArticleConnection15 Nov 2024Menopause is a time of change. It can feel like we don’t recognise ourselves. Cultivating our connections to ourselves, to others, and to the…
ArticleThe importance of rest28 Aug 2024Rest, does it really matter? Throughout August I’ve been posting on social media about the importance of rest, with ideas of how to build…
ArticleHRT20 May 2024With all the different types of HRT available, how do I pick what may suit someone best? HRT for everyone? So full disclosure. I’m…
ArticleAsking About Menopause in NHS Health Checks – Will it Help?17 Nov 2025What Are NHS Health Checks? NHS Health Checks are offered every five years to adults aged 40 to 74 who do not already have…
ArticleUnderstanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)22 Jul 2025Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is when menopause occurs before the age of 40. It affects 1 in 100 women under 40, 1 in 1000…
ArticleUnderstanding the Metabolic Changes at Menopause: The Hidden Impact on Health13 May 2025Metabolic Changes at Menopause During the menopause transition, hormonal fluctuations trigger a variety of internal metabolic changes. These can affect how the body processes…
ArticleSleep23 Feb 2024Sleep has such an impact on how we feel day to day, aswell as on our long-term health and wellbeing. In this blog, I’ll…
ArticleAlcohol and Menopause: Understanding the Impact on Symptoms and Long-Term Health16 Dec 2025How Alcohol Affects Menopause Symptoms Long-Term Health Considerations Alongside our symptoms, I’m passionate about thinking of how we can optimise our longer-term health and…
ArticleStrength Training at Menopause: Why It Matters and How to Get Started22 Apr 2026Why Strength Training Is So Important At menopause, most of us experience an increase in body fat and a loss of muscle and bone…
ArticleLocal Oestrogen: What Every Woman Needs to Know16 Oct 2025Oestrogen helps to lubricate vaginal tissues, maintain a healthy microbiome, and support bladder function, reducing the risk of urinary tract infections. It also supports…
ArticleNutrition30 Apr 2024What’s the best diet to follow at perimenopause? I’m often asked about the best diet to follow at menopause. Nutrition has such an impact…
ArticleUnderstanding your hormones: A Deep Dive20 Jan 2025Following on from last month’s blog about the menstrual cycle, let’s take a deeper look at hormones—how they impact our health and why understanding…
ArticleUnderstanding the Menstrual Cycle10 Dec 2024There are many questions and misconceptions about the menstrual cycle. From period pain to hormone fluctuations, it’s crucial to understand what’s normal and what…
ArticleFibroids : What Everyone Should Know6 Jul 2026What are fibroids? Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in the muscle of the uterus (womb). They can range from just a few millimetres…
ArticleIs It ADHD or Menopause? 24 Mar 2026Why is this question so common? Midlife is a perfect storm of hormonal change, life pressures, and cognitive load. Even those who have always…
ArticleThe genitourinary syndrome of the menopause, what you need to know18 Jul 2024What is it? The genitourinary syndrome of the menopause is common, and often not discussed, but once recognised there are lots of options for…
ArticleMovement at menopause1 Jul 2024I’ve always loved to move, and I’m so thankful I love it. I know how hard it is to build it in regularly if…
ArticleMigraine, the impact of menopause28 Mar 2024Migraines affect 1 in 5 women, with three times as many women being affected as men. The symptoms can be really debilitating and include…

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