Am I In Peri/Menopause?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Do you have hot flashes?
- A.
  Nope, all is good.
- B.
  Yes, at night only.
- C.
  Yes, they are during the day and night.
- D.
  I am soaked all the time.
2.
How is your mood?
- A.
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  Pretty good.
- B.
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  I have anxiety almost daily.
- C.
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  I feel like I am struggling more than I want.
- D.
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  I am all over the place.
3.
Do you struggle with weight gain?
- A.
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  No, it is not a problem
- B.
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  No matter how many diets I try, I just can’t budge the scale.
- C.
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  My weight is a roller coaster
- D.
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  I can't stop gaining weight.
4.
Libido?
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- A.
  Yes, please.
- B.
  You are mostly interested in it.
- C.
  Not really, could take it or leave it.
- D.
  What libido.
5.
Do you have trouble sleeping?
- A.
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  Nope, sleep like a baby
- B.
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  Can't stay asleep, wake up often
- C.
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  I can't get to sleep, stay asleep, and wake up tired.
- D.
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  I am exhausted all the time, my sleep needs some real help.
6.
What about your menstrual cycles?
- A.
  They are are regular.
- B.
  They are even shorter.
- C.
  They are starting to space out to every couple of months.
- D.
  That is long gone.
7.
Any Joint Pain?
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- A.
  I feel pretty good
- B.
  My joints ache only in the morning.
- C.
  I am achy all day.
- D.
  I have delibitating pain.
8.
Vaginal Dryness?
- A.
  Nope, all fine.
- B.
  A little more dry than usual.
- C.
  I suffer from pain with sex, UTI's, or chronic vaginal infecctions.
- D.
  Answer D
9.
Which theme song represents your menopause journey currently?
- A.
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  “Rainbow Connection” sung profoundly by Kermit the Frog
- B.
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  “Mission Impossible”
- C.
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  “Mean Girls”
- D.
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  “Golden Girls”

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You are unlikely in peri/menopause
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You may have been experiencing some things changing.But it is unlikely perimenopause/menopause, but it could be another hormonal imbalance.🌟What Next!🌟1. Testing, testing...It might sound basic but until you have a full picture of your hormonal profile you’re groping around in the dark with your well-being.There’s a tendency to think that unless you’re a menopausal woman or maybe having trouble conceiving that hormone testing isn’t for you.Make sure you get tested for blood sugar balance, thyroid function, inflammation, and nutrient status.Full Thyroid panelIron PanelCRPFasting InsulinVitamin D and Vitamin B12Check out my blog post on hormone testing.Helping you have harmonious hormones!... 👋 I’m Dr. Jen!I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. I completed her residency at Duke Medical Center and her integrative medicine fellowship at Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Center. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. If you're struggling with your hormones, it's my intention that this work helps you to feel healthy, strong, and happy. 🍏💗 💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖YT Channel. You'll learn my easy to understand healing tricks to feel better fast. 😉 Let me figure out the science so you can thrive.Check your email for more hormone balancing tips!
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You may be experiencing early perimenopause
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You are not alone.If this is you...YOU ARE NOT ALONE! I have had many patients who have sat in my office with the exact same symptoms.Here's the thing: You DON'T have to live the way you're living. You don't have to feel the way you're feeling. It is not something you just have to accept as your new normal.🔥 This Isn’t “Normal Aging”—It’s Your Body Sending You Signals. If you’ve been feeling exhausted, moody, struggling with weight gain, and dealing with unpredictable periods, these could be signs that you’re in Early Perimenopause. 💡 This isn’t just aging—your body is going through a natural but significant transition, and it needs the right support. At this stage, hormones progesterone begin to decline leading to more noticeable symptoms, such as: ⚠️ More stubborn weight gain → Especially around the belly, due to increased insulin resistance.⚠️ Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep → progesterone helps you sleep at night. ⚠️ Mood swings, anxiety & burnout → As progesterone drops, cortisol (your stress hormone) can become more dominant. 💡 What’s Happening in Your Body Right Now? As your body transitions toward late perimenopause, you may experience: 🔄 A slowing metabolism → Making weight management more challenging if you’re not adjusting for hormonal changes. 🔄 Night sweats and hot flashes→ Due to estrogen’s role in brain function. 🔄 Low libido → low testosterone can also start causing less interest. If the things that used to work—dieting, exercising more—aren’t working anymore, it’s because your body needs a different approach. 🔥 What You Can Do to Support Your Body Right Now ✅ Right Nutrition & Lifestyle Plan – Crash diets and extreme workouts can make things worse. A midlife-friendly approach is key. ✅ Prioritize Strength Training, Sleep & Stress Balance – These three factors have the biggest impact on weight, energy, and overall well-being during perimenopause. ✅ Track Your Symptoms & Find a Menopause Provider. 💡 You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone—Let Me Guide You. I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. I’ve helped thousands of women just like you understand perimenopause, reduce symptoms, and regain control of their bodies—without the confusion, frustration, or outdated advice that doesn’t work for midlife women. Now, I want to help YOU.
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Your Results Are In: You’re Likely In Perimenopause
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This explains the changes you’ve been noticing — and it’s not in your head.You are not alone.Based on your answers, your body is beginning to shift into perimenopause — the 5–10 year transition before menopause.That’s why you may be experiencing things like:Fatigue that coffee doesn’t fixNight waking or restless sleepMood swings or anxiety out of nowhereWeight gain around the belly, even if nothing has changedIrregular or heavier cyclesPerimenopause is puberty in reverse.Helping you have live your best life!... 👋 I’m Dr. Jen!I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. I completed my residency at Duke Medical Center and integrative medicine fellowship at Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Center. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. If you're struggling with your hormones, it's my intention that this work helps you to feel healthy, strong, and happy. 🍏💗

Am I In Peri/Menopause?

Are you feeling like things are changing?🤔 Take this quiz to figure out if you are experiencing perimenopause/menopause

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