Hormonal changes are a natural part of life, but they can also be confusing and overwhelming.
If you’re feeling off and wondering whether it’s perimenopause or menopause, you’re not alone.

While both phases bring physical and emotional shifts, understanding the difference, and how holistic health can help, makes all the difference.

Let’s explore how your body changes and what natural support is available every step of the way.

 What Is Perimenopause?
Perimenopause means “around menopause.”
It’s the transitional time leading up to menopause, and it can last anywhere from 4 to 10 years.

During this stage, your hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone, start to fluctuate.
This can cause irregular periods, mood swings, and other symptoms that feel unpredictable.

Common Signs of Perimenopause:
Irregular or heavier periods

Night sweats and hot flashes

Mood changes or anxiety

Sleep disturbances

Brain fog

Breast tenderness

Low libido

For many women, perimenopause begins in their late 30s or 40s.
But the good news is, you’re not powerless.
Holistic health tools can support you naturally through this phase.

What Is Menopause?
Menopause officially begins when you’ve gone 12 months without a period.
This usually happens around age 50–52.

At this point, your ovaries have stopped releasing eggs, and hormone production drops significantly.
Some symptoms may ease, while others may continue if your body is still adjusting.

Signs of Menopause May Include:
Hot flashes

Vaginal dryness

Mood changes

Sleep difficulties

Slower metabolism

Thinning hair or dry skin

Menopause is not the end, it’s a new beginning.
With the right care, you can feel vibrant, strong, and balanced in your body.

How Holistic Health Can Help Both Stages
Now that you know the difference, let’s talk about support.
Holistic health doesn’t just manage symptoms, it treats the whole woman.

From mindset to hormones to energy flow, natural therapies address the root causes and restore balance.

1. Herbal Remedies for Hormone Balance
Herbs are nature’s medicine.
They support your endocrine system and ease discomfort.

Top herbs for perimenopause and menopause:

Black Cohosh – Reduces hot flashes and night sweats

Red Clover – Supports estrogen balance

Maca Root – Boosts energy and libido

Dong Quai – Known as “female ginseng” for hormone support

Chasteberry (Vitex) – Eases PMS and cycle irregularities

Work with a holistic practitioner to create a personalized herbal plan.

2. Mind-Body Practices to Calm Anxiety
Hormonal changes affect the nervous system, too.
That’s why calming the mind is essential.

Try these mind-body tools:

Breathwork

Gentle yoga or tai chi

Meditation

Hypnotherapy

Reiki or energy healing

These practices support emotional balance, reduce cortisol, and help you reconnect with your body.

 3. Nutritional Support for Hormone Health
What you eat matters.
Nourishing your body helps stabilize hormones and reduce symptoms.

Focus on:

Whole foods rich in fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants

Leafy greens, berries, flaxseeds, and omega-3-rich foods

Limiting sugar, alcohol, and processed foods

You may also benefit from targeted supplements like magnesium, B vitamins, and vitamin D—but check with a natural health professional first.

 4. Subconscious Healing and Emotional Detox
Both perimenopause and menopause can bring up emotional wounds and old beliefs.
Holistic support helps release what no longer serves you—on a deeper level.

Subconscious therapy, journaling, or guided hypnosis can help clear:

Anxiety and fear of aging

Grief or unresolved emotions

Body image struggles

Feelings of loss or change

By addressing the emotional layers, your body finds more space to heal.

5. Life Coaching for Empowered Transformation
This is a major life transition, but it’s also a time of awakening and rebirth.
Working with a holistic life coach can help you:

Set new goals

Reinvent your routines

Discover your purpose

Rebuild confidence

Embrace your next chapter

You’re not just losing hormones, you’re gaining wisdom, clarity, and strength.

Final Thoughts: You Deserve Natural Support
Perimenopause and menopause aren’t illnesses, they’re sacred transitions.
And with holistic health, you don’t have to suffer through them.

Instead, you can feel supported, seen, and strong.
With the right tools, your 40s and beyond can be some of the most powerful years of your life.

So, listen to your body.
Nurture your spirit.
And know that you don’t have to walk this path alone. Schedule a holistic consultation today! https://mysubconscioustherapyworks.com/appointment/