An Open Letter to Anyone NOT in Perimenopause
Briefly

Perimenopause is a complex and confusing phase characterized by a range of symptoms beyond just hot flashes and irregular periods. Women may experience extreme temperature fluctuations, poor sleep, joint pain, and heightened anxiety. The lack of comprehensive research leaves many feeling misunderstood and unsupported. Sleep disturbances become a prevalent issue, leading to constant fatigue and emotional instability. The overall experience completely alters self-perception and body awareness, making this period feel overwhelmingly challenging and isolating for those going through it.
Perimenopause is an unmitigated, unrelenting, confounding shit show. If you think you get it because you saw some dude's reel about his wife? Nah, bruh.
This swath of our lives is a complete upending of how we understand ourselves and our bodies. Sleep has become a wistful notion we may never know again.
Read at Scary Mommy
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