ARE YOU PERIMENOPAUSAL? 20 SIGNS THAT YOU'RE STARTING PERIMENOPAUSE & WHAT TO EXPECT. Women's Health

[@emmabowler6586]

Wow such a timely video. I have just been off sick from work for 2 days for the first time ever due to lack of sleep and anxiety. It’s crippled me. 40 this year and it’s quite overwhelming at the moment. Def think this is peri menopause for me, everything you are talking through I resonate with 😢 thank you for this video, very validating to what I’m going through. Xx big love to all us ladies

[@Nopemnstr]

I turned 42 in March and since then I’ve started having irregular periods when I’ve always been regular (just started my 2nd period this month). Night sweats, trouble staying asleep, more brain fog, worse mood swings, less patient with people, paranoia. Awesome stuff 😅

[@jillianperrin3377]

Thanks for this. The brain fog and random anxiety is real!

[@staceyhackworthy6744]

Great video Lara and we definitely need to be speaking more openly about this. I’m only 39 and have had all the menopause symptoms for years, I kept being told you’re too young, it’s not menopause. My Husband had a vasectomy so I stopped taking my contraceptive pill, after 8 months I had still not had a period. I went to the doctors who took bloods, this showed I had very high FSH levels. A scan was booked and this confirmed I have no follicles left and was no longer ovulating. I suddenly felt I had aged by 15-20 years but also had the validation that I was right for all the years I’d been saying I had the menopause symptoms. It just shows we know our bodies better than anyone else. Due to early menopause I was advised that I needed to take HRT as it can have an effect on the heart, bones etc I have been taking HRT and calcium for about 3 months now. The symptoms have eased on the HRT but I have a family history of breast cancer so I’m still wary about taking it. Being a woman is tough sometimes! X

[@cherylverber7672]

I found going caffeine free and not drinking alcohol has helped massively, the rest of the symptoms I try not to overthink and analyse as it just increases anxiety and most days apart from the odd hot flush I just try to crack on. I listen to some people and they let it consume them, its part of our ever changing bodies and we can get through this.

[@shopperholic80]

Thank you so so much for posting this, Lara. There's not enough info out there, so your video is so timely and needed. Please continue sharing info about this topic, supplements etc. It's so helpful reading all the comments & what solutions work/don't work for others. Thanks ladies 😘xx

[@gwenanislandfamilybygrace5956]

Dr Louise Newsom’s podcast (and Balance app) and the Liz Earle Wellbeing podcast have both been really helpful and encouraging for me. They talk about perimenopause and post menopause stuff.

[@lauracowan100]

I've just discovered her KZbin! She's really good. I want to try progesterone x

[@sarahvob]

I’m about to turn 43…. And although my periods still regular, I have suffered last few years with painful joints(hips particularly) and brain fog. Recently getting a lot more mood changes. Trying lots of vitamins and increasing eating protein and exercising. It’s a mine field

[@rebeccarendle3706]

Yep. All of the above symptoms. Great chatty video. My worst symptom that I have been suffered from severe insomnia for years now! ..sleep deprivation makes every other symptom worse and life in general a total struggle.

[@aoife0504]

All of the above! But mine was also seriously low mood/ bouts of depression, feeling overwhelmed and out of control. I'm normally such an organised person, but I feel like I've got too many spinning plates, most of them are wobbling and I worry that they're all going to crash down on top of me. Joint pain, headaches.....😂 joyful joyful! But now I'm on HRT gel, merina coil and b12 injections and I feel much better, but talk to the doctor and push it - I was initially told I was too young (42) but when I asked yo speak to the menopause specialist for my gp practice, she didn't even question me when I listed out all the symptoms I've experienced (not all together or all the time), she validated me straight away

[@Al.sonGallagher]

Thanks for making this video. We should definitely be talking about this subject more. One of my symptoms is debilitating cramps .

[@kscriv4636]

Thank you for this video Lara, I’ve noticed a massive change since November and I thought I must be ill but after a while I’ve realised it’s definitely perimenopause. Like you said there’s hardly any informative videos on here to help understand it more. I started with period changes getting longer, nausea and vertigo. Brain fog also x

[@katebryson4998]

Fab video lara - all these symptoms very real for me at 43 just now (especially dry eyelids and itchy hairline)

[@theresawinder7403]

Skin changes, mine is drier and more congested. Cannot stay asleep, brain fog, no hot flashes but always cold!

[@joanneniven342]

Great video. Were very lucky that it's big topic that's being covered by lots of people. Highly recommend Davina's book. Biggest challenge is knowledge for the doctors and resources within the NHS. My friend had to go private for this 😢 I get alot of symptoms but i had a hysterectomy two years ago so my hormones have taken time to settle down as they were switched off with meds. ❤

[@veganbee2519]

I’m 42 and been having night sweats, low mood, anxiety, can’t lose weight. Davina McCall did a little series about menopause which is a good watch and I think there was a talk on diary of a ceo Steve Bartlett, one of the guests spoke about menopause too. I’ve been seeing a homeopath which has helped a bit - women really go through it don’t we!

[@atristram54316]

Thanks for this nearly 44, thought i was going mad but glad to hear this is all normal!

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

So many of us are feeling like that! It’s so good to talk about it so we can validate how we’re feeling and realise we are not going mad! Sending love xx

[@Kerrylm1984]

Im 40 this year and have noticed big changes in the last say couple of years. What a lovely informative video im currently listening to Davina Mcalls book on menopause so i highly recommend that! Xx

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Ah, thank you so much for your lovely comment! Yes, I have that to listen to, it's meant to be so good! xx

[@zbenfor9179]

Fabulous video and perfect timing too! I'd love more of these type of videos- its a reminder that we're not going mad, this is mother nature and its just a stage to adjust and work through x

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, just a new chapter to get used to and hopefully enjoy! x

[@yorkshiregirl5768]

I'm 41. I woke up one day in November with heartburn and anxiety was through the roof! Then in the following days/weeks i started with dizziness, night sweats, hot flushes, other digestive issues, migraine auras (never had before), uncontrollable crying, aches and then a period that was late and then 18 days later another period. Oh and not forgetting insomnia. Constantly feeling out of it and not myself. Wondering if it's too late to opt out of this. 😂

[@dawnsnelling4507]

My workplace have just done a whole week of wellbeing webinars, talks and got in BUPA to talk about peri and menopause for the first time i can remember. I think we're at the very start of a big shift of it being recognised abd talked about more openly. Its been good to know im not going batty (im 40 and getting quite a few symptoms, so definitely think im on my way to it).

[@copperqueen21]

Thank you for speaking about this. Agreed there is not enough out there about perimenopause and menopause in general. I had this coversation just recently. We are not taught these things and have to find out infomation for ourselves. Im currently trying to figure out my hormones. I have very bad PMS which has been getting worse despite being on the pill. After a lot of research have decided to stop all birth control as it wasnt doing what it was supposed to be doing anyway. Am going to see how i fair this month but perimenopause did cross my mind. The doctor however said I was too young (Im 36) so we shall see. Another side note vitamin B12 deficiency can cause A LOT of awful symptoms so its worth having that checked also. You have to specifically ask for it as its not checked on a routine blood test. A lot of people are deficient apparently especially if you are vegetarian/vegan xxx

[@deeacrt2808]

Thanks mate for talking about this! Keep doing it and keep us updated as things change, not sure what to expect 🙈😘

[@hertsmumma7150]

Thanks Lara, this has been really informative. Thanks for talking about it xxx

[@angiesteele1107]

Hi Lara I am 49 and am going through the perimenopause. I knew in my mind what the symptoms were but I was denying what was happening for months. I finally went to the doctor and had it confirmed. Have been put on hrt treatment

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Oh brilliant,I really hope it's helped you? xx

[@angiesteele1107]

@@LaraJoannaJarvis I have been put on the evorel conti hrt patches, though it's still early days but have been feeling great past few days. Really cheerful 😊

[@clairechristy4023]

Brilliant video Lara. So good to talk about this topic. I’m 38 and feel like I’ve been experiencing some of these symptoms . Please continue with videos. So good to share xx Also what exercises are ladies doing to help with the weight gain in the middle area- this is the bain of my life now 😢xx

[@louiserothwell9544]

Thanks for a great video, so many of these symptoms are happening to me, I'm 42 and trying to see if taking some supplements will help, would really love it if you can share what vitamins supplements you are taking to help with you Lara.

[@michellerobillard4067]

I'm 41 and haven't been to the doctor yet but my monthly has started a week earlier and 2 weeks late and it's lighter than normal and I keep forgetting stuff and I had someone ask me the other day if I was pregnant I guess my belly is bigger than I thought it was and no I'm not pregnant that I know of anyway I do have Anxiety and panic attacks and I've noticed that my anxiety has gotten worse it's gotten so bad I can't even get in a car or truck without having a attack so I stay home which sucks because I use to enjoy going for short rides to the store and looking around now I can only see new stuff and places here on KZbin or in movies or pictures I've always had truble sleeping the doctor told me that my sleeping clock is backwards from everybody else so I get sleepy during the day and not the night so I normally go to bed around 2am or 5am and I get up around 8am and 11am and the only times I've noticed that I couldn't hold my pee has been when I cough hard or sneeze and it has just started to do it so idk if it's premenopausal or if my hormones are just out of whack

[@hayleygrimston51]

I’m 53 now my periods completely stopped when I was 45 ,prior to that I was only having a period once every 2 months from the age of 40. My symptoms were itchy skin, bloating,weight gain , headaches, anxiety,dry eyes, the main one was very dry down below called vaginal atrophy for that I use yes moisturiser which I do recommend and I take menopace tablets and have done for a long time now. I don’t really suffer with hot flushes in the winter but I do in the summer. X

[@alisonyeo6760]

Thank you so much for this video Lara. I'm 38 and experiencing quite a few of these symptoms so it's nice to know I'm not alone! Xx

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

So glad it was helpful! I can’t see anyone really talking about it so I wanted to make something that could help someone so I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed it xx

[@angelasimkins5300]

There are two ladies on KZbin. It's em & nikki Ryan both are talking about menopause both lovely ladies. They are both going through the same x

[@gemmasweetman6115]

Thank you for this. I'm 39 and in the last year had 5 months of strong symptoms then it settled but feel there coming back again.

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

You’re so welcome! Mine have all started in the past few months and I’ve learned so much already so I’m happy to be able to share to help anyone feeling the same xx

[@pauljoscott869]

I’m 46 & I’ve noticed the following: tiredness, brain fog, dry eyes, BO, sweating more (never had this before), poor sleep, weight gain, irritability, headaches, low concentration, anxiety, lack of motivation, gut issues, fatigue, dark hairs growing just on the sides of my chin, which come through as bumps on my skin (not spots) , my eye sight isn’t as good & my longest symptom I’ve had a very low/non-existent libido for the past 12yrs!

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

I have had sooo many of these myself! Definitely not alone. It can be so tough though. I hope it can ease for you too. My eyes are always so dry these days too! Xx

[@pauljoscott869]

@@LaraJoannaJarvis I’ve been using eye mist to help with the dry eyes, which has made a difference for me xx

[@carolyn8683]

Thank you. I think I was lucky as at 47 only really noticed symptoms in last year. Worst to manage are a shorter cycle low motivation and mood. Did not consume a huge amount of caffeine but switching to decaf coffee has improved my sleep and reduced anxiety. ❤❤❤❤

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

I really think I’m going to have to give up caffeine for a while, it sets my anxiety off so badly!! My mood has been low this month too, the weather is not helping at all! Xx

[@ninaridout]

Thanks as always Lara, this is something Iv recently been looking into my self. Yes please for sharing more information tips and support that would be grate. ❤

[@sunflower7766]

Im 47 and been struggling to get to sleep and stay asleep. I can feel really tired and when i head to bed suddenly i cant sleep. I feel really anxious and low in mood. Feel the older i get the less i feel able to cope with life. I also feel i lack concentration and motivation particularly at work but i stuggle to motivate myself to clean the house etc Feel at work i am not good enough and feel i have imposters syndrome! Being a women is great isnt it !

[@johannagallagher5855]

Love this Lara . So helpful x

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Glad it was helpful! xx

[@beetree2800]

A lot of people in the comments experiencing these symptoms at a much younger age than I would have thought!

[@ashleybooth88]

I will say a lot of those symptoms can also be from an under active thyroid. I went and had bloods done and found to have UA thyroid. On meds now for the rest of my life, so it's worth keeping other things in mind if you have those symptoms

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Oh thanks for sharing! Is that something that would come on at a stage of life or would you always have it? D

[@theeggtimertictic1136]

​@@LaraJoannaJarvisunderactive or overactive thyroid can come on at any time.

[@ashleybooth88]

Yeah it can come on at any time the thyroid just naturally stops or slows producing the hormones which help to regulate all sorts of different things in the body. Amazing when you read into it

[@Kblockh]

Great video Lara, thank you!! ❤ What hair vitamins, shampoo/conditioner & serum do you use. Would love to know & know of possible products xoxo

[@Gigi......]

Does the rod inserted in my arm mask all of this? 🤔

[@susiemartin3144]

I’m sure you’ll probably mention this but blood tests for vitamine and mineral deficiencies xxx

[@clairekelly5498]

Are migraines part of it? Im only 35 but have over the last 6 mi ths been getting migraines during the first few days of my period. Also bad cramps this month at ovulation and wild, vivid dreams. Im on the mirena coil so this could be masking chsnges to periods. Also over the last year ive noticed change of smell down below, doctor checked and no infection

[@lilly6766]

Please put brand names on what you use for your hair. Im 51 so its probably menopause by now. But is on my 6 year on iud. Because of extreme bleeding on my period. I have startet eostrogen hrt. I was so dry and itchy below, it was seriously affecting quality of life. It has helped.

[@donnasampson3140]

This is me at moment driving me nuts im 52 this year

[@lindseybellamy6374]

I turned 40 October and have been struggling for the last 12 months. The doctor just fobbed me off with the your too young speech. My periods have been horrendous. They are all over the place and have gone from being pretty light and shorr to long and heavy (getting worse also). Crippling migraines which are getting worse including vomiting and occular migraines which I didn't get before. Dry eyes. Waking up lots in the night and lately I've started waking up at 4am with anxiety and not being able to sleep. The brain fog is awful especially as I'm studying for a professional qualification and started a new job and it's so frustrating to feel like your not able to pick things up as fast as you used to.

[@theeggtimertictic1136]

My granny had hot flushes until she died aged 73. My mother is 79 and still has them. Her 3 sisters got over them with relative ease. As far as Im concerned I feel its the luck of the draw what genetics Ill inheritate!

[@angiw12345]

Most symptoms, had them for years now, I’m 45, my mum’s periods stopped around then so I’m looking forward to that lol periods at the mo are regular but heavier and more painful and my body went into histamine intolerance back last August, what you’ve said explains everything 🤔🫶🏻