Ep 40: Oestrogen In Perimenopause: Understanding the Erratic Roller-Coaster

Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti

Jun 03 2025 | 00:35:51

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Show Notes

Are your periods suddenly heavy and unpredictable? Is your sleep all over the place, and are you struggling to focus or feeling more anxious than usual? Welcome to the hormonal roller-coaster that is perimenopause. In this episode, we’re unpacking the why behind the chaos — what’s actually happening with oestrogen in perimenopause. From skyrocketing oestrogen and low progesterone to rising cortisol and their profound impact on your mood, focus, sleep, and more. You’ll learn what’s really going on inside your body (spoiler: there’s a hormone called inhibin playing a key role!) and why you’re not imagining any of these symptoms ... Read more

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