Welcome to another episode of Medicine with Meaning. Today, Dr. Julie Taw dives into a topic that impacts countless women but is often misunderstood and rarely discussed, perimenopause. In this candid conversation, she unravels what perimenopause really is, how it differs from menopause, and why symptoms like mood swings, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and brain fog can catch women by surprise. You'll hear why the changes women experience in midlife are about more than just hormones, and how tending to the whole "well-being ecosystem"including nervous system health, stress, nutrition, and sleep can make this transition less overwhelming. Whether you're going through perimenopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode aims to bring clarity, compassion, and practical tips to help make sense of an important life stage.

00:00 Understanding perimenopause changes

05:35 Understanding perimenopause symptoms

10:03 Midlife hormonal and metabolic changes

12:21 Prioritizing health in midlife

16:16 Understanding hormonal fluctuations and women's health

18:06 Adjusting habits for midlife changes

23:58 Discussing menopause support

26:37 Tapping into personal wisdom

30:09 Embracing change and adaptation

33:57 Embracing personal growth post-menopause

35:47 Managing perimenopause without hormones

41:43 Understanding perimenopause and support

43:19 Discussing perimenopause support

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