Get to know perimenopause and manage troublesome symptoms

Perimenopause For Dummies is a practical and comprehensive guide to the emotional, mental, and physical changes that begin to happen as you approach menopause. Demystify the connection between hormones and aging and make informed choices about how to deal with symptoms like weight gain, hot flashes, depression, mood swings, and insomnia. You'll learn about natural remedies and medical interventions that can ease the transition between fertility and menopause. Most importantly, you'll know what to expect, so the changes happening in your body won't take you by surprise. This Dummies guide is like a trusted friend who can guide you through your life's next chapter.

• Learn what perimenopause is and identify the most common symptoms
• Understand how perimenopause can affect your body, emotions, and libido
• Ease symptoms with hormonal solutions, diet, and exercise

• Discover ways of supporting yourself or your loved ones through perimenopause

  Perimenopause For Dummies offers clear, compassionate answers for anyone who is currently experiencing perimenopause or who is ready to learn more about it.

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  Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt is an obste­trician and gynecologist with her own Ob/Gyn practice and over 30 years of experience. Dr. Levy-Gantt is a Nationally Certified Menopause Practitioner whose areas of expertise include menopause, perimenopause, and hormonal management. She is the author of Womb With A View.

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  Get to know perimenopause and manage troublesome symptoms Perimenopause For Dummies is a practical and comprehensive guide to the emotional, mental, and physical changes that begin to happen as you approach menopause. Demystify the connection between hormones and aging and make informed choices about how to deal with symptoms like weight gain, hot flashes, depression, mood swings, and insomnia. You'll learn about natural remedies and medical interventions that can ease the transition between fertility and menopause. Most importantly, you'll know what to expect, so the changes happening in your body won't take you by surprise. This Dummies guide is like a trusted friend who can guide you through your life's next chapter. Learn what perimenopause is and identify the most common symptoms Understand how perimenopause can affect your body, emotions, and libido Ease symptoms with hormonal solutions, diet, and exercise Discover ways of supporting yourself or your loved ones through perimenopause Perimenopause For Dummies offers clear, compassionate answers for anyone who is currently experiencing perimenopause or who is ready to learn more about it.

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  Introduction 1

  Part 1: The Facts of Life at Perimenopause 5

  Chapter 1: Welcome to Perimenopause 7

  Chapter 2: Getting Acquainted with Your Midlife Body 19

  Chapter 3: Special Circumstances That Can Impact Perimenopause 37

  Chapter 4: Examining Genetic and Environmental Influences 49

  Part 2: Hormone Fluctuations and Their Impact in Perimenopause 61

  Chapter 5: Bleeding Is Such a Bother: Too Little, Too Much, Too Random 63

  Chapter 6: Hormonal Changes: Understanding the Swings of Perimenopause 73

  Chapter 7: Holding onto Your Libido and Keeping It Comfortable "Down There" 95

  Part 3: Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellbeing 117

  Chapter 8: Brain Changes: What to Expect and What to Do When the Fog Rolls In 119

  Chapter 9: Mental Health Changes: You're Not Imagining It 129

  Chapter 10: Looking After You: Practicing Self-Care 143

  Chapter 11: The Elusive Full Night of Sleep 155

  Part 4: Maintaining a Healthy Body 171

  Chapter 12: Managing a Bladder That Won't Behave 173

  Chapter 13: Maintaining a Healthy Diet Before Menopause 187

  Chapter 14: Getting into an Exercise Plan Before Menopause 203

  Chapter 15: Understanding and Preventing Bone Loss 223

  Chapter 16: Monitoring Your Health with Tests and Screenings 235

  Part 5: The Part of Tens 243

  Chapter 17: Ten Perimenopause Myths Exposed 245

  Chapter 18: Ten Things to Ignore During Perimenopause 251

  Chapter 19: Ten Things You Really Need During Perimenopause 257

  Chapter 20: Ten Perimenopause Stories from My Practice 261

  Part 6: Appendixes 269

  Appendix A: Glossary 271

  Appendix B: Perimenopause Resources 279

  Index 283