👩 Perimenopause means "around menopause" and refers to the time during which your body makes the natural transition to menopause, marking the end of the reproductive years. Throughout the menopausal transition, some subtle — and some not-so-subtle — changes in your body may take place. You might experience:
👉 Irregular periods
👉 Hot flashes and sleep problems
👉 Mood changes
👉 Vaginal and bladder problems
👉 Decreasing fertility
👉 Changes in sexual function
👉 Loss of bone
👉 Changing cholesterol levels