Starting Your Perimenopause Journey? Here’s What You Need to Know

From: Nikki Leary I nikki@rootfornew.com

Hi Reader,

If you’re reading this, chances are your body has decided it’s not following the script anymore.

Maybe you woke up one day and thought, “Who even is this person in the mirror?”

Weight showing up in new places, night sweats that make you feel like a melting candle, mood swings, brain fog, and that deep exhaustion you can’t seem to shake.

I see women every day who think perimenopause has completely hijacked their body — but here’s the truth: your body isn’t broken, it’s burnt out.

Perimenopause is a transition — yes, hormones are shifting — but what makes this phase harder for many women is nervous system burnout.

Years of pushing through, taking care of everyone else, and running on stress hormones eventually take a toll. Your body’s stress response has been “on” for so long that it’s forgotten how to relax. So when hormonal changes begin, your body simply doesn’t have the resources to cope the way it should.

That’s when the symptoms hit harder — fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, irritability, weight gain, hot flashes, and emotional ups and downs.

I know this firsthand. At 36, my high-stress job and my habit of ignoring every SOS my body sent finally caught up to me. I didn’t realize how much my nervous system had been running the show until everything felt off balance.

Signs Your Nervous System Might Be Overwhelmed

Weight stubbornly sticking to your midsection
Fatigue that never seems to lift
Night sweats or hot flashes
Feeling powerless over your scale or energy

If this sounds familiar your body might be asking for a reset.

Here’s how to start:

Next Steps to Start Your Perimenopause Journey

Fuel your body with the right nutrients
Hormones are created in your body, which means you need building blocks. Real, whole foods add quality minerals to build your energy reserves. (Sorry, your iced-mocha latte doesn’t count as energy.)
Track your symptoms and patterns
Your body is always talking. Keep track of food, bowel movements, periods, mood, and energy levels. This info allows you to see patterns and even if it doesn't make sense to you, bringing this information to a professional can help create a clear picture of your unique needs.
Support your adrenals and nervous system
Lifestyle, stress management, sleep, and nutrition all play a role. If your doctor ran basic labs and said everything was “fine” but you’re still struggling, consider a functional medicine doctor, naturopath, or holistic practitioner who digs deeper and truly listens. Learn more about a Mineral Test by clicking here.

Perimenopause is a transition, not a tragedy. With the right guidance, you can navigate this stage with confidence, clarity, and calm.

If you want a natural, root-cause approach to your symptoms, I’d love to chat and see if my services are right for you. Book a free call with me here.

xo,