The 101 on Perimenopause with Dr. Shahzadi Harper

Did you know perimenopause can start 7–10 years before you’re officially in menopause?   If you’re in your 30’s or 40’s and noticing changes like forgetfulness, migraines, irregular periods, or heightened anxiety, you could be experiencing perimenopause without even realising it. The good news? There are plenty of solutions—from simple lifestyle tweaks to hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—that can help you navigate this transition with confidence. In this episode of MenoPositive the podcast, Dr. Shahzadi Harper, known as The Perimenopause Doctor and founder of The Harper Clinic, breaks down the mental and physical symptoms to watch for, as well as offering practical, no-nonsense information, advice and practical tips to help you take control of your hormones and navigate this hormone shift with confidence. With over 30 years of medical expertise, Dr. Harper shows that perimenopause isn’t just a phase to manage; it’s an opportunity to emerge stronger and more self-assured. Listen in to explore how your hormones regulate various body systems, what GLP-1 can do, and when it’s time to seek professional advice. You’ll Learn: The biological changes behind perimenopause Common symptoms - and why they’re often mistaken for “life stress” The scoop on HRT and how it can help Key insights on GLP-1 Practical tips to reclaim your health and wellbeing   If you enjoyed this episode: - Follow MenoPositive on Instagram - Connect with Dr. Harper on Instagram - Connect with Dr. Harper at The Harper Clinic - Find her book:  The Perimenopause Solution - Listen to Mel Robbins “Let Them” theory - Sign up for news and updates from MenoPositive   Have feedback or a topic you’d like us to cover?  Let us know here.