Perimenopause is the rollercoaster itself

Perimenopause Support for Women in Florida. Understanding mood changes, sleep issues, and hormone shifts during midlife

Perimenopause — the time when your hormones are all over the place. Some days estrogen is high, your breasts are tender, you’re irritable and emotional… then the next day you’re exhausted, bone-dry everywhere, and snapping at everyone for breathing too loud. Basically, this is the free rollercoaster Mother Nature hands you. It’s not just aging. It’s hormonal imbalance.

When Estrogen Is High

Everything feels “too much.”

• Mood swings and irritability
• Breast tenderness
• Anxiety and overwhelm
• Heavy, painful periods
• Migraines
• Bloating and water retention

When Estrogen Suddenly Drops

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Vaginal dryness and painful intimacy
• Dry skin, dry eyes, thinning hair
• Brain fog and forgetfulness
• Trouble sleeping (insomnia!)
• Low libido

Why Does This Happen?

Estrogen doesn’t slowly decline at first. It spikes… then crashes… then spikes again. Meanwhile, progesterone — the calming hormone that supports sleep, mood, and cycle regulation — steadily drops. That’s when:

• PMS gets worse
• Anxiety shows up out of nowhere
• Sleep becomes optional

And yes… testosterone levels decline for women too leading to:

• Lower motivation and energy
• Loss of muscle
• Weight gain around the belly
• Reduced sexual desire

“But My Labs Are Normal…”

Exactly. Perimenopause isn’t about being “low” yet —it’s hormone fluctuation. Symptoms speak louder than labs. Unfortunately, women are often dismissed with:

• “You’re just stressed”
• “Everything looks fine”
• “That’s normal for your age”

When your body is telling a very different story.

When Does Perimenopause Start?

Possibly late 30s, sometimes even mid-30s —and it can last 4 to 10 years before menopause.

Many women blame this on:

• Aging
• Overworking
• Mom life
• Not doing “enough”

You Deserve Better Than “Just Deal With It”

Perimenopause is common. Struggling through it is not required. With the right hormone therapy and lifestyle support:

• Sleep improves
• Moods stabilize
• Skin and hair feel healthier
• Libido and confidence return
• Energy comes back
• Brain fog lifts

You’re Not Alone — and You’re Not “Losing It”

If these symptoms sound familiar, let’s talk.

I provide personalized online hormone support for women in Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa, and throughout Florida — from the comfort of your home. Book a free hormone consult and let’s help you feel like yourself again.