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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Behind The Scenes: How an ND Thinks Through Thyroid Labs

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Behind The Scenes: How an ND Thinks Through Thyroid Labs

If you’re dealing with thyroid issues, you know how tricky it can be to find a plan that actually makes you feel good. So often, people start medication feeling hopeful—ready for more energy, clearer thinking, weight balance, and motivation. But sometimes, those lingering symptoms stick around. The fatigue, brain fog, and low drive can leave you wondering, “Why am I still not feeling better?”

The truth is, it’s not always about doing more—it’s about looking deeper. Sometimes the standard protocol misses pieces of the bigger picture. That’s where a whole-body approach can make such a difference.

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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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