56 - The 4 Phases of Perimenopause

Perimenopause isn’t one moment—it’s a multi-year transition, and most women have no idea what’s actually happening in their bodies.In this episode, we break down the four phases of perimenopause in a clear, science-backed way—so you can stop guessing, stop panicking, and start understanding what your body is doing.You’ll learn why menopause itself is just one single day, why everything leading up to it can feel chaotic, and how this phase is best understood as reverse puberty—your hormones shifting, not failing.We walk through what’s happening hormonally in each phase, what symptoms you might notice, and how long each stage typically lasts. Most importantly, you’ll learn that this is temporary—not something that lasts forever.In this episode:What perimenopause actually is (and what it isn’t)  The 4 phases and how to identify where you are  Why your hormones feel unpredictable (and why that’s normal)  What changes to expect with your cycle over time  Why tracking your cycle is one of the most powerful tools you have  The difference between “something is wrong” vs. “this is a transition” We also cover how to support your body through this phase by focusing on what actually matters: nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management.Because you don’t need to fix your hormones—you need to support your body through the transition.You’re not broken. You’re evolving.Support the showGet Weekly Health Tips:  thrivehealthcoachllc.comJoin the Thrive Collective Facebook groupLet's Connect:@‌ashleythrivehealthcoach or via email: [email protected] Produced by Virtually You!