@themenopausemedic: 🚨 You’ve done tough before, you can do this too If you’ve survived PMS, PMDD or postnatal depression you may notice parallels with perimenopause but it may hit you earlier and with more intensity. I happened to me in my late 30s and I wish I knew this was “a thing” so I could have come prepared. 👉 Common early symptoms include: - More severe symptoms (mood changes, bloating, breast pain) - Longer duration of symptoms, extending across more of the cycle leaving only a few good days per month - incomplete recovery with onset of follicular phase - More difficulty regulating emotions (irritability, tearfulness, rage) - Cognitive shifts like brain fog, forgetfulness, reduced concentration - Energy crashes and fatigue that doesn’t budge 💡 The good news? You can take action & feel in control. Here are 5 simple things that will help: 1️⃣ Track your cycle & symptoms for clarity - this may help you predict what will happen & when to help you plan. It will also help to have this written down when you see your doctor 2️⃣ Nourish yourself: Eat protein + fibre with every meal. Avoid strict fasting or carb-cutting to stabilise blood sugars, mood & energy. Examine your relationship with 🍷 & adjust it 3️⃣ Move daily—even a short walk can help regulate hormones, mood, energy & improve sleep 4️⃣ Practice some stress-management (breathwork, journaling, yoga, mindfulness) 5️⃣ Reach out for professional support: there are safe and effective treatments, from HRT to lifestyle strategies ✨ You’ve done hard things before—you can absolutely thrive through this too. 👇 Comment below if this resonates with you share with anyone who may need to see this too 🔗 click link in my bio 💌 DM or email me to book in for 1:1 expert holistic support with your hormone health. #PerimenopauseSupport #HormoneHealth #MenopauseAwareness #WomensHealthMatters #PerimenopauseJourney

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Sunday 17 August 2025 07:03:35 GMT