Perimenopause often sneaks up on women. You may start feeling off—perhaps weight comes on more easily, irritation flares up, and sleep quality takes a nosedive. These symptoms tend to roll in slowly, which makes it easy to brush them off as stress or just a rough patch. Sometimes, less obvious changes appear, like sore joints, or you may start feeling more anxious or down than usual. Perimenopause can actually start up to 10 years before you officially reach menopause. Without good support from family and a healthcare provider who knows the ropes, you might feel left to figure things out…

Going to the gym three times a week for nearly a year had me thinking it was time to focus on what really works for my body, especially during perimenopause. The information out there is all over the place; one article tells you to go hard with HIIT, while another swears by gentle routines or endless cardio. After some ups and downs and a lot of experimenting, I’ve found a handful of exercises and principles that honestly make a real difference for metabolism during perimenopause. I hope what I’ve learned takes some of the guesswork out for you, too. Why…

I don’t like using the word diet, because it feels restrictive and I always struggle to stick with a specific plan. That being said, if I don’t count some calories and make good choices losing weight will be impossible. Especially as we hit perimenopause. So that being said, finding the right “diet” plan can feel overwhelming. Hormones fluctuate, energy levels might dip, and weight management becomes a new challenge. I’m breaking down the top 5 diet plans that are worth checking out for perimenopausal women, sharing what makes them work, and pointing out a few things to think about before…

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a real game changer for some people, especially those moving through perimenopause or menopause. Deciding when to consider HRT can get confusing. A lot of us hear mixed reviews from friends, family, and even medical pros. I’ll walk you through how to know it might be time for HRT, what it actually can do, and what you’ll want to keep in mind before making any decisions. Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy Hormone Replacement Therapy is a medical treatment that gives your body extra hormones—usually estrogen, progesterone, and sometimes testosterone. For women, HRT is most often used…

Magnesium has been part of my routine for years, even before I started perimenopause. Over that time, I’ve learned just how much this mineral does for the body, especially for weight management, sleep mood balance. Even though magnesium doesn’t get as much attention as some other nutrients, its effects reach way beyond basic health, quietly giving a boost to many critical processes in our bodies. The Basics: What Is Magnesium and Why Do We Need It? Magnesium is a mineral found in every cell of the body, playing a big part in how organs function. I’m talking muscle movements, nerve…

If you enjoy classic mac and cheese, meatloaf, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes, you’re not alone. Comfort foods have a way of taking us back to special memories or simply making a long day better. The catch? A lot of classic recipes are loaded with butter, cream, sugar, or refined grains. While that’s perfectly fine once in a while, eating these dishes regularly can sometimes bump up your intake of saturated fat, sodium, and simple carbs. The awesome news is that you can tweak comfort food recipes to boost nutrition while still keeping all those nostalgic, cozy flavors. Why Comfort…

Trying to manage weight during perimenopause can feel tricky when hormones seem to change overnight, and the scale doesn’t budge as easily as it used to. For me, making tweaks to my everyday routine has made a real difference, and I’ve learned there are smarter, more sustainable ways to reach weight goals than what most “diets” suggest. This guide is all about practical steps and mindset shifts that help with weight loss during perimenopause, based on things I’ve tried, researched, and seen work for others. How Perimenopause Affects Weight Perimenopause is the transition period before menopause, lasting anywhere from a…

Sleep is far more crucial to overall health than many realize. Almost everyone has experienced feeling groggy after a rough night’s rest, but consistent sleep issues can seriously impact well-being—even playing a big role in how your body handles weight. Whether you wake often, struggle to drift off, or toss and turn all night, poor sleep messes with your metabolism, appetite, and even your motivation for exercise. In this article, I’m digging into the basic reasons disrupted sleep can lead to changes in body weight and why building healthier sleep habits could be a smart move if your waistline has…

If you’re a woman approaching your mid-40s or beyond, you might start noticing subtle changes that don’t seem to have a clear explanation. That’s exactly how it began for me at 45: my moods switched up, my sleep patterns changed, and I couldn’t help but notice how much more easily I gained weight. I always thought these symptoms were just “part of getting older,” but these are often the signs of perimenopause. As I have learned, it can happen up to 10 years before you actually go through menopause. What Is Perimenopause and When Does It Start? Perimenopause is the…

I’ve been taking probiotics for around ten years now, and I can tell you, my gut feels so much better. Especially as I’ve entered perimenopause. With all the hormonal changes happening during this stage, things in my gut can get pretty irregular, and probiotics are one of the few things that have truly helped me stay balanced. If you’re curious about how probiotics can help your through gut health during perimenopause, I’m breaking it all down based on my own experience, what the science says, and tips if your new to the subject. Why Gut Health Matters in Perimenopause Gut…