I help women over 40 navigate perimenopause. Take away the confusion and set out a plan.
Perimenopause checklist:
Are Your Hormones Changing?
Perimenopause can begin in your late 30s or 40s and may last several years before menopause. Symptoms can fluctuate from month to month and often appear long before periods stop completely.
Tick any symptoms you have experienced regularly over the past 6 months.
Menstrual Changes
☐ Shorter cycles (less than 26 days)
☐ Longer cycles (more than 35 days)
☐ Heavier bleeding
☐ Lighter bleeding
☐ Spotting between periods
☐ Missed periods
☐ Increased PMS symptoms
Energy & Mood
☐ Fatigue despite adequate sleep
☐ Afternoon energy crashes
☐ Anxiety or nervousness
☐ Feeling overwhelmed
☐ Low mood
☐ Irritability
☐ Reduced motivation
☐ Panic attacks
☐ Loss of confidence
Sleep
☐ Difficulty falling asleep
☐ Waking during the night
☐ Early morning waking
☐ Unrefreshing sleep
☐ Night sweats disrupting sleep
Brain Function
☐ Brain fog
☐ Forgetfulness
☐ Difficulty concentrating
☐ Trouble finding words
☐ Reduced mental clarity
Weight & Metabolism
☐ Weight gain around the abdomen
☐ Increased sugar cravings
☐ Difficulty losing weight
☐ Reduced exercise recovery
☐ Changes in appetite
Hot Flushes & Temperature Changes
☐ Hot flushes
☐ Night sweats
☐ Feeling unusually hot
☐ Sudden flushing
Skin, Hair & Body Changes
☐ Dry skin
☐ Thinning hair
☐ Brittle nails
☐ Joint aches
☐ Muscle stiffness
☐ Headaches
☐ Migraines
Digestive Symptoms
☐ Bloating
☐ Constipation
☐ Reflux
☐ Food sensitivities
☐ Changes in bowel habits
Sexual & Urinary Health
☐ Reduced libido
☐ Vaginal dryness
☐ Pain during intercourse
☐ Frequent urinary tract infections
☐ Increased urinary urgency
☐ Bladder leakage
Your Results
0–5 symptoms
You may not be experiencing significant perimenopausal changes, although symptoms can vary considerably between women.
6–15 symptoms
Hormonal fluctuations may be contributing to your symptoms and warrant further investigation. Book an appointment with Claire after speaking with your GP.
16+ symptoms
Perimenopause may be significantly impacting your quality of life. Professional support can help identify contributing factors and develop an individualised management plan. Book an appointment with Claire now and let her support you during these ever changing times.
Ready to Understand What's Really Going On?
Book an Initial Naturopathic Consultation with Claire Grullemans (BHSc Comp Medicine, Adv. Dip. Naturopathy) to receive:
✓ Comprehensive symptom assessment
✓ Personalised dietary and lifestyle recommendations
✓ Targeted pathology review
✓ Supplement and herbal medicine guidance where appropriate
✓ A clear plan to support your health through perimenopause