What Every Woman Should Know About Perimenopause

If you’re in your 40s or early 50s and starting to notice changes in your mood, sleep, or menstrual cycle, you may be entering perimenopause — the transitional period before menopause. At Women’s Health Associates of Boise, we help women navigate this often-overlooked stage with understanding, personalized care, and real solutions.

What Is Perimenopause?

Perimenopause typically begins several years before menopause, when the ovaries gradually start producing less estrogen. For some women, this transition lasts only a few years; for others, it can extend up to a decade. While it’s a normal life stage, the symptoms can be anything but.

Common Symptoms

• Irregular periods (longer, shorter, heavier, or skipped cycles)
• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep
• Mood swings, anxiety, or irritability
• Vaginal dryness or discomfort during sex
• Fatigue and brain fog
• Weight changes or bloating
• Decreased libido

Every woman experiences perimenopause differently. Some barely notice a change, while others find the symptoms disruptive to daily life.

How We Can Help

At Women’s Health Associates of Boise, we take the time to understand your unique experience. Your care may include:

• Bloodwork to evaluate hormone levels and rule out other conditions
• Discussion of symptom tracking to identify patterns
• Hormone therapy (HT), when appropriate
• Non-hormonal treatments for sleep, mood, or discomfort
• Lifestyle counseling on diet, exercise, and stress
• Support with sexual wellness and relationship changes

Is It Time to Talk to Someone?

If your symptoms are affecting your quality of life or if you’re unsure whether what you’re experiencing is “normal,” it’s time to make an appointment. You don’t have to go through this alone — and you don’t need to wait until menopause to get answers.

Your Health, Your Voice

We believe women deserve support, clarity, and respect at every stage of life. If you’re entering perimenopause, let us help you make this transition one of strength and empowerment.

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