Perimenopause: Making Sense of the Chaos

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Perimenopause: Making Sense of the Chaos

Perimenopause can feel confusing and messy — like, what is happening right now?
All of a sudden, what I could always count on — that monthly cycle with the cramps, the mood swings, the appetite changes, and the general uncomfortableness — isn’t so predictable anymore.

Now I’m feeling warm (okay, hot), more tired than usual, a little achy, and my brain doesn’t seem to be firing the same way it used to. My body’s temperature regulation? Off. My energy? Fluctuating. My patience? Also… fluctuating.

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Perimenopause Survival Guide: 7 Things That Actually Helped Me (As a Health Coach)

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Perimenopause Survival Guide: 7 Things That Actually Helped Me (As a Health Coach)

Perimenopause is one of those seasons of life that nobody really prepares you for. The hot flashes, the sleep disruptions, the changes in your body — it can feel overwhelming and frustrating. As a health coach (and as a woman living through it myself), I’ve had to experiment with what actually works for me.

The truth? There’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But there are daily habits that can make this stage so much more manageable — even empowering. Here are 7 things that have truly helped me through perimenopause, plus a bonus tip that’s been a total game-changer.

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