Episode 41: My Personal Perimenopause Story (So Far)

In this episode, I’m stepping out from behind the practitioner lens to share my own personal experience of perimenopause at age 45.

I talk about the earliest signs I noticed, the symptoms that took me by surprise (hello, anxiety), and how this transition has affected everything from my mood and sleep to my confidence and boundaries. I also share how my experience has impacted the way I support women in my practice — with more empathy, deeper understanding, and even more realism.

I open up about what’s genuinely helped me feel better, including:

• Aligning my circadian rhythm and protecting my sleep
• Managing blood sugar and changing how I exercise
• Nervous system regulation tools I return to again and again
• The power of community, laughter, and saying “no” without guilt
• How I tailor supplements and support as my needs evolve

Links:

• Take my free perimenopause quiz: https://quiz.francescaliparoti.com/start-page 
• Explore my Midlife Thrive membership: https://francescaliparoti.com/midlife-thrive-membership/ 
• Work with me 121: https://francescaliparoti.com/services/
• Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perimenopause.with.francesca/ 

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