• The Symptoms of Perimenopause & How To Manage It with Gemma Crane

  • Apr 16 2025
  • Length: 47 mins
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The Symptoms of Perimenopause & How To Manage It with Gemma Crane

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  • Michelle talks to Gemma Crane, who shares her personal journey through perimenopause, discussing its impact on her daily life and work as a mindset coach. Gemma emphasises the importance of seeking support, navigating healthcare, and the challenges faced by women in the workplace. Michelle and Gemma's conversation explores everything from symptom recognition to treatment options, with Gemma giving advice on lifestyle changes and advocating for proper healthcare. Gemma Reveals The differences between perimenopause and menopauseHow perimenopause begins and its symptomsWhy HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) isn't a one-size-fits-all solutionWhy women need individualised treatment plansWhy many women dismiss perimenopause symptomsTestosterone is an essential but often overlooked hormone for womenHow lifestyle changes can complement hormonal treatmentsThe ways women can advocate for themselves in healthcare settingsThe education gap between perimenopause and menopause and why the general public and healthcare need better education BEST MOMENTS "Perimenopause can start from your late thirties. I often tell women it's like being a teenager again, your hormones are all over the place, you're moody, you can't sleep, but you're not a teenager anymore, you've got responsibilities." "HRT isn't just about replacing oestrogen. Many women need progesterone as well, and testosterone is often the missing piece of the puzzle. It's about creating a bespoke treatment plan tailored to each woman's individual needs." "The majority of women walk around having no idea they're perimenopausal. They think they're going mad, their GP tells them they're depressed, they're put on antidepressants, and nobody makes the connection to hormones." "We need to stop accepting that feeling awful is just part of being a woman. Brain fog, exhaustion, anxiety, joint pain, these aren't things you should just put up with because you're getting older." "Testosterone isn't just a male hormone. Women produce it too and replacing it appropriately can make a world of difference to energy, brain function, and yes, libido, without any worries about growing a beard!" "I've had women come to me in tears because they've been told they're too young for menopause or that their blood tests are normal so it can't be hormones. But a blood test is just a snapshot in time, and hormones fluctuate wildly during perimenopause." "The medical model focuses on the absence of periods as the definition of menopause, but for women, it's about the symptoms they're experiencing, often for years before their periods stop completely." "If you feel like something isn't right, trust your instincts. Keep a symptom diary, research, ask questions, and find a healthcare provider who will listen. You know your body better than anyone else." EPISODE RESOURCES https://mindset-hr.co.uk/ HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk
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