Short answer: Perimenopause is the years-long transition before menopause when oestrogen and progesterone fluctuate. Common symptoms are irregular cycles, mood swings, poor sleep, and hot flushes. Natural support focuses on steadying hormones (magnesium, B6, inositol), calming the nervous system, and protecting sleep.
It can start in your late 30s or 40s and last several years. Hormones don't decline smoothly. They swing, which is why symptoms come and go.
Magnesium and B6 support mood and sleep; inositol supports hormone signalling; adaptogens help with the added stress load. For night waking and hot-flush disruption, calming botanicals (valerian, passionflower) can protect your rest, see our Sleep Tincture. For daily balance, Femme Flourish.
On average around 4 years, but it ranges from a few months to a decade.
Yes, ovulation still happens irregularly, so contraception is still needed if you want to avoid pregnancy.
Magnesium, B6, inositol, stress management and good sleep support are the foundations.
Education only, not medical advice. Not evaluated by the Medicines Control Council; not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
