Archive for the 'Perimenopause' Category

Apr 23 2008

Menopause and the Successful Career Woman

You’ve worked hard all your life and success arrived at what seems like a long time ago. Time management, multi-tasking, goal achievement and long hard hours seem to come naturally to you. Nothing can stop you. You work hard; you are driven by adrenaline and power. Then suddenly in your mid to late 40s - early 50s, you are stopped in your tracks, you’re feeling symptoms of moodiness, depression, hot flashes creep up on you at the most inconvenient times, your sleep pattern is disturbed and your weight is out of control. Menopause has arrived.

How do you handle this unforeseen change of life that grips you physically, mentally and emotionally? Before, you were in control of everything that surrounded you and now suddenly there are symptoms affecting your daily life which are out of your control. How do you deal with these changes while still expected to “take charge” as the accomplished executive you are.

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Feb 28 2008

Perimenopause

Perimenopause is the medical term for the time before menopause which can begin 10 to 15 years before actual menopause. The average age for menopause to begin is about 51 years of age, but it can occur sooner or later than that. Perimenopause can occur in women as young as 35 years old. At this time, your body is changing and producing less hormones. You can experience some or all of the following physical and emotional symptoms:

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