Perimenopause can be a wild ride. Along with the hot flashes and mood swings, you might notice another unwelcome change — thinning hair or increased shedding. As hormones fluctuate, your hair may start to lose volume, making this transition even more frustrating.  But here’s the good news: You don’t have to just sit back and accept it. Understanding what’s causing these changes and knowing how to manage them can make all the difference.  Programs like Hers offer access to treatments such as topical minoxidil, biotin supplements, and thickening shampoos to help support regrowth. With online consultations,...

Feeling like a human furnace during your period? Your face flushes, sweat beads on your forehead, and you're suddenly wishing for a personal air conditioner. If this sounds familiar, especially around your period, you might be experiencing perimenopausal hot flashes. While hot flashes are typically linked to menopause, research shows they can also happen during your cycle — and for some, they’re a regular, unwelcome visitor. Let's dive into this often-confusing symptom and unravel the mystery of hot flashes during your period. What does a hormonal hot flash feel like? A hormonal hot flash is like...

Perimenopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, marking the transition towards menopause — but let’s face it, the experience is a rollercoaster. One minute you're feeling fine, and the next, you're ready to crawl under your desk for a nap, like someone's quietly siphoning your energy reserves when you're not looking. If you've been feeling like your get-up-and-go has got up and gone, you're not alone. For many women in their 40s and early 50s, dealing with constant tiredness during this transition is all too real — in fact, it’s one of the most...

Perimenopause may be an inevitable fact of a woman’s life, but we shouldn’t ignore its effect on our self-esteem, either. Common symptoms like increased belly fat and bloating during this time can wreak havoc on how we see ourselves, adding to the overall challenges of getting older.  When I reached out to members of the perimenopause community on social media, the number-one reaction I received on this topic was how belly fat and bloating just kill any modicum of comfort or confidence:  “It can feel really discouraging, and I often try to avoid going out when...

Navigate perimenopause with Noom. Take the quiz to unlock a tailored approach for managing weight, boosting metabolism, and embracing healthy habits that fit your body’s changing needs. Ever feel like you’re just running on fumes, even after a full night’s sleep? Or maybe you’re really struggling to muster the energy to tackle your to-do list? Yeah, you're not alone. Actually, many women find themselves dealing with that same unexpected energy slump. The culprit? Perimenopause — the sneaky transition leading up to menopause. Perimenopause can feel like your body's playing an elaborate prank on you. But before...

Noom’s quiz unlocks a personalized plan for women during perimenopause. Boost metabolism, manage weight, and live healthier with science-backed tools tailored to your body’s unique needs! It’s time to talk perimenopause — that transitional time leading up to menopause that can bring a whirlwind of body changes, all without warning. How rude! From hot flashes and mood swings to irregular periods and sleep disturbances, it's like your hormones are throwing a party without sending you an invite. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. A few tweaks to what you eat can make a...

Just when you think you've gotten past the physical (and emotional) discomforts of regularly scheduled PMS, bam! — perimenopause hits you like a ton of bricks. This transitional phase, which typically begins in a woman’s 40s, can, for some, begin as early as their mid-30s and last anywhere from a few months to several years as the body prepares for its next chapter: menopause. So, how do you know when perimenopause is beginning to wind down? Let's get into it.  Transition to menopause: Key indicators While it can certainly bring with it a rollercoaster of changes,...

There are a lot of symptoms associated with perimenopause. Irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, straight-up rage, decreased fertility, changes in sexual function — the list goes on. What’s challenging about the large number of potential symptoms is it can be hard to differentiate between harmless perimenopause signs and when you need to see the doctor.  First, let’s clarify what perimenopause is: It’s when the female body begins transitioning to menopause, which is when menstruation permanently stops. While bleeding during perimenopause is normal, bleeding after menopause is not at all normal. If you’re experiencing any type of...

Like many people, I have a love-hate relationship with social media. On the one hand, it can be a breeding ground for trolls and low self-esteem (yay). But social media can also be a wonderful place to create community — specifically, for women experiencing not just perimenopause, but perimenopause rage (it’s me, hi!). A quick refresher for those who may not be familiar with the term: Perimenopause is when the ovaries begin slowing down the production of estrogen, approximately eight to 10 years before menstrual periods stop for good, aka menopause. Perimenopause usually starts in a person’s 40s,...

Navigating the journey of menopause, or even just approaching it, can feel like uncharted territory — one minute you’re comfortable, and the next you’re sweating through your sheets or feeling more emotional than usual. As our bodies start to change, it’s completely natural to have a lot of questions about what’s happening and why. One of the big questions many women ask is, “Should I get a menopause test?” So let’s dig into this topic together, explore what menopause testing involves, and figure out when it might be right for you. Understanding menopause and perimenopause Before diving...