What’s normal, what’s not — and why paying attention could save your life. If you’ve found yourself wincing a little more often when you hug someone or noticing that your favorite bra suddenly feels tighter than usual, you’re not alone. Many women experience new or changing sensations in their breasts during perimenopause — the transitional […]

I have two graduate degrees in nursing. I’ve worked in healthcare. Or rather, I’ve worked in sickness medicine and wellness or functional medicine. I understand the human body. And yet—I completely missed my own perimenopausal symptoms. Let that sink in. If someone with advanced clinical training can overlook such a huge physiological shift, what hope […]

Let’s talk about something so many women whisper about but rarely get solid answers on: the bone-deep fatigue that shows up somewhere between your late 30s and early 40s. You’re not lazy, you’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone. This exhaustion isn’t just about being busy or getting older. It’s often a sign your body […]

If you’ve been wondering whether you’re in perimenopause—or just going slightly mad—this post is for you. The good (and annoying) news is that perimenopause doesn’t hit all at once. It unfolds in stages, each with its own quirks, challenges, and yes, surprises. Think of it less like a light switch and more like a dimmer—gradually […]