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Perimenopause and menopause, explained
Plain-English guides, each checked against The Menopause Society and FDA sources.
Perimenopause symptoms: the full list, and what's not normal
The common and surprising symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, why they happen, and the red flags that mean call your doctor now.
ReadAm I in perimenopause? The stages, explained simply
How to tell whether you're in early perimenopause, late perimenopause, menopause or postmenopause, with typical ages and a quick self-check.
ReadWhat changed with HRT in 2025, explained in plain English
In November 2025 the FDA began removing most of the boxed warning from menopause hormone therapy. What changed, what stayed, and what experts disagree on.
ReadHot flash relief without hormones: what the research supports
Non-hormonal options for hot flashes and night sweats, from the new 2025 pill Lynkuet to CBT, and what The Menopause Society does not recommend.
ReadHow to talk to your doctor about menopause: the script and the questions
A step-by-step plan for your menopause appointment: what to track, the opening line, seven questions to ask, and what to do if you feel brushed off.
ReadHonest notes on midlife, every Tuesday.
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