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Supporting Your Mental Health During Perimenopause

September 9, 2026January 29, 2026 by Dawn Gabriel
a woman in midlife who may be experiencing the changes that come with perimenopause

Perimenopause doesn’t just change hormones. Suddenly it can change how you experience stress, relationships, work, and even your sense of identity. Many women describe feeling less patient, more emotionally reactive, or simply exhaust…

Categories Women in Midlife, Women's Issues

Understanding Perimenopause: How Changes Feel Bigger Than You Expected

September 9, 2026January 28, 2026 by Dawn Gabriel
a woman in midlife - who may begin experiencing perimenopause

Perimenopause often arrives quietly … and then all at once. Many women notice mood shifts, sleep struggles, or emotional changes before they ever consider hormones as the cause. Because this stage isn’t talked about openly, it can feel…

Categories Mental Health Awareness, Women in Midlife, Women's Issues

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