Perimenopause is the stage of transition into menopause, which is where a woman’s period stops forever and she cannot fall pregnant anymore due to the ovaries ceasing to release eggs.
Periods Can Occur During Perimenopause But May Become Erratic
During the perimenopausal years, women can still get periods but their menstrual cycle becomes erratic and the most physical symptoms of this transition are experienced during perimenopause and not so much in menopause itself.
Perimenopause Stage Length Varies From Women To Women
The length of the perimenopausal stage varies from woman to woman with it being as short as 2 months for some to as long as 8-10 years for others according to the Cleveland Clinic. Periods during the menopausal phase can get heavier, lighter and may also skip sometimes.
What Is The Average Age Of Perimenopause and Menopause?
The latest research says that the average age for perimenopause to end and menopause to happen is 51 years, with the estimated average age of transition into menopause being 45.5 years (the perimenopause stage), however, menopause can start for some women during their 30’s (this is known as ‘premature menopause’ as is any menopause transition starting before age 40 years.).
Don’t Suffer With Perimenopausal Symptoms
If you are unsure how to support your body through natural perimenopause and menopause bodily transitions, speak to me to set up an appointment to learn more and to help best prepare. Or perhaps you are suffering going through one of these phases right now, and if that is the case I am here to let you know there are many options that could help which we can discuss also in a 1-1 consultation. Feel free to send me a direct message or an email to: amy@greathealthnaturally.co.uk to learn more.
