You don’t deserve to suffer through menopause!

Perimenopause hit me hard for more years than I realized. I thought I just had to grin and bear it because that’s just part of being a woman. I remembered hearing about the 2002 study that claimed HRT caused cancer, so I never even considered it an option. I didn’t want that—no one does. But I felt awful, and it was only getting worse.

I had brain fog, hot flashes, anger and rage, insomnia, clogged ears, weight gain, irregular periods, anxiety, high cholesterol, joint pain, and more! I went to an allergist for my ears, a therapist for my anxiety and depression, my gynecologist for my hot flashes and irregular cycles, and my PCP for my cholesterol. I was trying to fix everything separately, not realizing it all stemmed from one thing—PERIMENOPAUSE!

The more I searched for answers, the more I found them. The universe (or maybe my algorithm) started sending me exactly what I needed to hear. Everything I thought I knew about HRT was wrong. The study that halted menopause treatment in its tracks was deeply flawed! HRT is safe when prescribed properly and within the right window of time.

Not only did HRT alleviate all of my symptoms, but it also has additional health benefits—preventing osteoporosis, maintaining muscle mass, and protecting against heart disease. HRT changed everything for me, but getting the help I needed was not easy.

It turns out that many doctors—including gynecologists—are severely undertrained in menopause treatment, often receiving only a couple of hours of education on it in medical school. Some doctors admit it’s not their area of expertise, while others still cling to outdated, debunked research and refuse to prescribe HRT at all. I had to beg my PCP, telling her I was willing to take a “risk” (for something I knew wasn’t a risk) just to get a prescription.

It shouldn’t be this hard.

That’s why I created a printable checklist to help you talk to your doctor and a journal to track your journey—because you shouldn’t have to figure this out alone. Help is out there, but sometimes you have to be persistent. I’m here to help arm you with the knowledge you need to advocate for your health and finally feel better.

YOU DO NOT DESERVE TO SUFFER—AND YOU DON’T HAVE TO!

I’m not a doctor or medical expert—just a real woman who got tired of feeling awful and did something about it. On my website, you’ll find my personal experiences, printables, tips for thriving through perimenopause, and resources to help you take control of your health.