Are You In Perimenopause?

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Quiz Questions

1.
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.
2.
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.
3.
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.
4.
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.
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.
Itchy ears, skin?
- A.
  No
- B.
  Mild
- C.
  Moderate
- D.
  Severe
7.
Sex Drive?
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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.
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.
  Its like the sahara down there
9.
Bladder Urgency?
- A.
  No
- B.
  Sometimes
- C.
  Yes
- D.
  It is miserable
10.
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.
11.
Hard To focus?
- A.
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  No
- B.
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  Sometimes
- C.
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  Yes
- D.
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  What Focus?
12.
Heart Palpitations
- A.
  yes
- B.
  no

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Your symptoms may not be perimenopause — but that doesn't mean everything is fine.
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You may have been experiencing some changes.🌟What Next!🌟 Based on your answers, you're not showing the classic signs of perimenopause right now. But if you're here taking this quiz, something has shifted — and that matters. Many women in their 30s and 40s experience symptoms that feel like perimenopause but are actually driven by:Chronic stress and high cortisol — which disrupts your entire hormonal systemThyroid dysfunction — often missed on standard labsNutrient deficiencies — especially iron, B12, magnesium, and Vitamin DBlood sugar dysregulation — which causes fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain that mirrors hormonal shifts. The truth is, conventional medicine often waits until your symptoms are undeniable before paying attention. I don't believe in waiting.Your next step: If something feels off in your body, trust that instinct. I'd love to help you figure out what's actually going on.Full Thyroid panelIron PanelCRPFasting InsulinVitamin D and Vitamin B12Check out my blog post on hormone testing.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!
2.
You may be experiencing 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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You’re Likely In Peri or menopause
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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. 🍏💗

Are You In Perimenopause?

Hot flashes? Mood changes? Exhaustion? Weird period cycles? Sleep deprived? Night sweats?🤔 Take this quiz from Dr. Jennifer Roelands to figure out if you are experiencing perimenopause

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