Some classic symptoms of Perimenopause.
Righto, no doubt you are one busy lady so let’s no muck about.
Here are some of the main (sure there is plenty more) symptoms that could be a sign you are experiencing Perimenopause. Often mistaken for being run-down, or the natural symptoms of aging, or or or….xxx
Buckle up, it’s a wild ride.
More frequent periods: coz we all just love when Aunt Flo pops over more than she needs too.
Less frequent periods: And then suddenly, she decides to ghost you for a while.
Brain fog: Thinking is sooo hard…
Sleep disturbances: Counting sheep? More like counting hours of lost sleep.
Fatigue: Running on empty feels like your new normal.
Bloating: Nope, not expecting, thanks for asking.
Weight gain: comes outta nowhere right.
Joint & muscle aches: Constantly feels like the flu is comin’ on. Or that you did the most epic weight session….but didn’t!
Vaginal dryness: Sahara desert vibes
Loss of interest in sex: Yawn... don’t even look at me! Or speak to me.
Dry & itchy skin: This could honestly drive a girl mad! Pass the friggin’ jojoba oil.
Hair loss & thinning: Feel like you’re going bald? Constantly unplugging the blocked drain hole? Just sayin’….
Generally feeling like sh!t: Yep, that pretty much sums it up.
Night sweats: It’s so fun changing the sheets and your Pj’s once, sometimes twice a night.
Feelings of anger, madness, sadness: Welcome to the emotional rollercoaster.
Mood changes: Happy one minute, homicidal the next.
Feelings of anxiety and depression: When it honestly all feels too much
Memory loss & forgetfulness: What was I saying again?
Trouble processing information: Brain.exe has encountered an error. When lots of words, numbers or info become your nemesis.
Trouble 'finding your words': Umm... you know, the thingy with the... oh, forget it.
Bladder changes and issues: “didn’t you just go to the toilet”? What’s your point…
Recurring UTI's: How fkn annoying are UTI’s!! Aaaaah….being a woman is the best.
Changes to your pelvic structure: This can be very real, and probs not something you’ve given much thought too. HEAD HERE FOR MORE INFO…
Headaches & migraines: Just to make everything even more impossible
Difficulty concentrating: Newly self-diagnosed as ADHD anyone…hello 25 tabs open!
Feeling overwhelmed: Life suddenly feels ….overwhelming!
Heart palpitations: Like a teeny little drummer boy inside your chest.
Sore boobs: When even a slight autumn breeze is too much
Not feeling like yourself!
Feeling worthless & invisible!
Giving zero F*cks! who has the energy?
Quite the list I know, but don’t freak out, please! For knowledge is power, and armed with information, you can tackle anything. This is a transition, the next chapter in the book of blood (did I mention how great it is to be female!). You WILL get through this, there IS heaps of info & support, and there are SO many amazing solutions.
So my lovelies, grab your hormone-balancing supplements and remember you’re not alone in this!