Ep 65: Perimenopause 101: Common symptoms and what you can do about them

If you’re a woman in your 40s (like me at nearly 46!) then you are likely walking through this sometimes challenging season of life. It’s crazy to think that most of our adult lives are spent in perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause. And while the symptoms can feel overwhelming, the truth is—you don’t have to just survive this season, you can thrive through it.In this episode, I break down: • What perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause actually mean • The most common symptoms you might experience (and why they happen) • Why hormone testing isn’t always needed for diagnosis • The truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and what newer research shows • Non-hormonal options and lifestyle strategies that can make a big difference • Why movement, strength training, sleep, nutrition, and stress management are powerful tools in this stage of lifeYou’ll walk away knowing that you’re not alone, your body isn’t broken, and you have real options for feeling better. Aging strong is a choice, and you have the power to step into this next season with strength, joy, and gratitude.So grab your coffee, lace up your running shoes, or take me along on your walk—I think you’ll feel both seen and empowered after this conversation.💡 If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a friend who might need to hear it too.Thank you for listening!~Allison