Ever wondered why perimenopause is such a shit show for some of us? Take a rollercoaster ride with me through the perils of oestrogen fluctuations in perimenopause! 

You’ve probably heard about a special program that has huge benefits for perimenopausal women like you lose weight, balance hormones, and reclaim their energy. That program is Metabolic Magic — a personalised, 1 on 1 coaching experience based on the proven Metabolic Balance system.

Maybe you’ve glanced at it, thought about it, but aren’t quite sure if it’s right for you yet. I get it. It’s a big step to invest your time and money into a program — especially if you’ve never worked with a nutritionist or naturopath before. And with so many diets and health programs out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and confused.

That’s why I want to give you everything you need to know about Metabolic Magic — so you can decide with confidence if this is the right path for you.

Let’s be honest—as women, we’ve had body image pressure coming at us since childhood. From magazine covers to schoolyard teasing, well-meaning relatives to toxic cultural messages, weight has been framed as a key measure of our worth.

So it’s no surprise that by the time we hit our 40s and suddenly find our jeans a bit snug, we panic.

Here I take a deep dive into perimenopause and stress, covering the struggles, and useful tips to help you through your perimenopause journey.

What was Mother Nature thinking?

Why oh why would she put perimenopausal mothers and pubescent kids in the same house? It’s like handing out sparkler sticks and gasoline at a family BBQ—and then walking away.

Yet, here we are. Hormonal mums. Hormonal teens. One house. Zero peace.

How many perimenopausal women have thought they were going mad?
They can’t remember words — or where they put anything. They rage one minute and dissolve into tears the next. They can’t sleep, and feel like coffee is life… or wine… or both, because they’re hanging by a thread between the two. Even holding it together at work feels hard. Everything they used to manage with ease now feels heavy.

It’s no wonder women going through perimenopause used to be labelled “hysterical” and carted off to asylums. Women haven’t exactly been treated well throughout history! And while we know so much more now, not all that much has changed. There’s still stigma, dismissal, and a worrying over-reliance on antidepressants and sleeping pills when women seek help for what is, in many cases, a hormonal transition.

But with some understanding — and a good dose of self-care — this phase of life doesn’t have to feel so hard.

Here are 3 ways your mental health is affected by your hormones in perimenopause:

As if hormonal changes weren’t enough, perimenopause hits at exactly the time life gets wild. We’re juggling kids (toddlers or teens), aging parents, demanding jobs, and about 87 other responsibilities — all while our hormones are shifting gear with zero warning.

Add to that rising mortgage rates, the relentless news cycle, and the general chaos of the modern world... and it’s no wonder your hormones feel totally out of whack.

But here’s the good news: when you understand what stress is doing to your hormones, you can take steps to balance things again.

Did you know that perimenopause has stages? And they are VERY, VERY different? I’m going to run you through it all so you can see how it flows… or not :)

As a naturopath and nutritionist, I hear so many things women are told — or how they’re treated — during perimenopause that honestly make me want to scream. So today, I’m sharing the 3 myths that get me the most fired up.

I want you to have the right information so you can get the help you need and deserve during this time. Because when myths go unchallenged, women miss out on the support that could change everything.

If you have ever thought you were crazy, wondered if your weird annoying symptoms were you or peri or even if you thought you were the problem then come with me for a quick trip through the craziness of perimenopause!

Confused? Yep, it’s a confusing time. And it doesn’t help that until recently, hardly anyone talked about it openly. I want to demystify the difference between perimenopause and menopause, because it shouldn’t feel scary—and you deserve to know where you’re at in life…

Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a mood disorder that can occur after childbirth. It’s characterized by persistent sadness, hopelessness, anxiety, and a loss of interest in activities. Unlike the “baby blues,” which are milder and typically pass within a few days, PPD can linger and deeply affect a mother’s ability to care for herself and her baby.

One of the most common hormonal conditions that affects women today is Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome and yet it is also the most misunderstood. Around 1 in 10 women of reproductive age have PCOS. One of the most distressing consequences of PCOS is its impact on fertility.

If you’ve been trying to conceive and have PCOS, you’re not alone—and there is hope. Understanding the ways PCOS interferes with your fertility is the first step to reclaiming your reproductive health.

Let’s take a quick trip through women’s fertility over their life!
Age is one way to decide where we’re at, but let’s be honest—our bodies don’t always follow the textbook. You may start ovulating at 10 years old, or maybe not until you’re 15. You might begin perimenopause at 35, or you may still be cycling regularly into your late 50s. This is why listening to your body and understanding your symptoms is far more powerful than simply looking at your birthdate—or even a single blood test. I’ll explain more on that shortly (I can already hear the questions!).

When you're dreaming of a baby, it can feel like a cruel joke because everyone around you seems to just mysteriously get pregnant. And while there's so much advice out there (some helpful, some not so much), fertility isn't just about timing or luck—it’s influenced by a whole network of factors that often go unnoticed.

Let’s talk about five of the less obvious enemies to fertility—things I see all the time in the clinic, but which often get missed in the mainstream conversation.

Mothering is hard, demanding and exhausting! It’s little wonder we often feel overwhelmed and burnt out. I figured I’d have a few grateful albeit sleep deprived mamma’s out there if I had a little chat about 2 remedies I frequently give in clinic to mothers. It takes a village to raise a child but in the absence of that village women have been left high and dry and exhausted. These remedies won’t help your partner put his dirty work clothes in the washing basket or stop your kids from trying to kill each other but they may help you see them through a different lens and give you the boost you need to keep on keeping on.

What is wrong with mother nature? Why oh why would she put these 2 together? Not always but definitely often! It’s like setting a hair trigger bomb inside the house and not telling anyone. But here we are. Hormonal woman and hormonal kids all cohabitating!

From a hormonal perspective kids in puberty are seeing a rise in their sex hormones that can take a while to level out. That instability can manifest as acne, irritability, moodiness and forgetfulness in both males and females.  And girls get to deal with settling menstrual cycles that flare these symptoms and bring extra with them every month.

It is incredibly easy to ignore the signs of overwhelm as a mother because we are often in the moment when it happens. ‘In the moment’ of a child melt down, injury, avoiding a catastrophic child mediated event, rescuing a child from danger, preventing a massive mess to be cleaned later…

Self-care is not usually at the top of a mother’s list to be honest. And yet it is the very foundation of being able to show up as the mother we want to be. Think of self-care as your lifeboat. It will take you safely to shore, keep you well above water and stop you from drowning in the chaos of motherhood.