5 Life Changing Benefits Of Consulting A Perimenopause Specialist You Didn’t Know About

As a perimenopause specialist, I’ve witnessed how this transitional phase can turn a woman’s life upside down. The mood swings, night sweats, and brain fog can make your body feel like a stranger. But perimenopause doesn’t have to be a struggle. With the right guidance, it can be a transformative period of growth and renewal. Let me share five life-changing benefits of consulting a perimenopause specialist that you might not have considered.

1. Reclaiming Your Energy and Vitality

Many women come to me feeling exhausted, both physically and mentally. They’ve resigned themselves to the idea that fatigue is just part of getting older. But that’s simply not true. By addressing the root causes of your symptoms – which often involve complex hormonal and other imbalances – we can help you regain the energy you thought you’d lost forever.

I remember Leslie who thought her life was over. She barely had enough energy to get through a day of work and crashed when she came home. She had no energy or joy and couldn’t even exercise anymore. With the right holistic treatment, she said she felt like a million bucks. That’s the kind of transformation that’s possible when you work with a specialist who understands the intricacies of perimenopause.

2. Managing Unpredictable Periods and Preventing Medical Conditions

I’ll never forget the day I wore an expensive white linen dress to an important event, only to have my period start unexpectedly. The embarrassment and frustration I felt as I tried to find a dress to fit me in a nearby store is something many perimenopausal women can relate to. This unexpected gush of blood ruined my day and my dress. 

Irregular periods have other consequence. They are associated with metabolic syndrome, coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and rheumatoid arthritis. Anemia, osteoporosis, psychological problems, impaired quality of life, and infertility.

A specialist can help you manage these unpredictable cycles as well as a holistic approach to decrease the risk of the associated conditions. Working with a hormone specialist can save you from embarrassing situations.

3. Protecting Your Bones

Perimenopause isn’t just about managing immediate symptoms – it’s a critical time for preventing future health problems. Many women don’t realize that even when estrogen levels are adequate, the lack of ovulation and progesterone during perimenopause can increase bone loss. Hormone replacement therapy prevents bone loss and the and significantly reduces the risk of fracture at all bone sites by 20-40%.

4. Reducing the Risk and Flares of Autoimmunity

Additionally, these hormonal changes and irregular cycles can increase the risk of autoimmune disorders. For example, Sjogren’s disease predominantly affects women, and often peaks during perimenopause when progesterone levels are low.  Hormone Replacement therapy and/or balancing hormones can help. Women on Hormone Replacement Therapy with psoriasis tend not to progress and have less symptoms and women with Rheumatoid Arthritis on HRT have less joint destruction.

By working with a specialist, you can develop a personalized prevention plan that addresses these risks and sets you up for long-term health and vitality.

5. Rediscovering Your Sexuality

Perimenopause can wreak havoc on your libido and sexual function. Perimenopausal women have many of the same symptoms as menopausal women except they still get a period even if it is irregular. They have an increased incidence of anxiety, depression and loss of sexuality. Many women suffer in silence, believing this is just another unavoidable part of aging. But it doesn’t have to be this way. By addressing hormone imbalances, sleep, mood, nutrition, toxic overload, and vaginal dryness that causes painful sex, we can help you rediscover your sexuality and even enhance your intimate relationships. When you get a good night’s sleep and your hormones are balanced you are no longer irritable and want to be close to people. When vaginal dryness is addressed you no longer dread having sex, you actually look forward to it and this preserves and enhances relationships.

Get Your Life Back

Perhaps the most profound benefit of working with a perimenopause specialist is the opportunity to reframe this phase of life and enable women to sail through the changes and reclaim their health. It’s a chance to tune into your body’s wisdom, to nourish yourself deeply, and to step into a new phase of life with confidence and grace.

Women who get the help they need tell me they feel like themselves again and got their life back. They feel capable of starting new careers, deepening their relationships, or pursuing long-forgotten passions. 

With the right support, perimenopause can be a catalyst for positive change in all areas of your life.

As the poet Mary Oliver asked, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Perimenopause might just be the perfect time to answer that question.

If you’re struggling with perimenopausal symptoms, know that you don’t have to go through this alone. With the right support and guidance, you can not only manage your symptoms but thrive during this transformative time. Your best years may very well be ahead of you. Apply for a no obligation clarity call to see if we are a good fit or gain the knowledge, courage and confidence to take charge of your health with or DIY program The Ultimate Hormone Reset. 

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