Wait, is this perimenopause? From fertility to wisdom
Perimenopause is something every woman will experience, yet many of us know very little about it until we're living through it.
In this episode of Kind of Bold, host Camille sits down with Dr. Melissa Reinke (chiropractor and Menopause Society certified practitioner) and Dr. Tanya Kelloway (acupuncturist and traditional Chinese medicine practitioner) from the Naturally Balanced Therapy Clinic in Calgary, Alberta.
Together, they unpack what perimenopause really is, why it can start as early as 35, and the wide range of symptoms; from hot flashes and brain fog to rage, anxiety, and sleep disruption. Topics include:
- The difference between perimenopause and menopause
- How hormonal shifts affect mood, insulin sensitivity, and bone density
- Nutrition, movement, and sleep strategies
- A deep dive into HRT: what's available, transdermal vs. oral estrogen, and debunking the outdated breast cancer study
- How traditional Chinese medicine views this transition through yin, yang, and cycles of seven
- The "grandmother hypothesis" and why women's value extends far beyond fertility
This conversation reframes perimenopause not as the beginning of decline, but as a natural transition; one that brings greater self-awareness, wisdom, and a deeper understanding of what our bodies need.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
- The Menopause Society | Homepage
- MQ6 Menopause Management Tools
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