My journey from peri to post menopause. Symptoms, struggles & how I feel now.
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- Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
- This video details my journey from peri to post menopause. I talk about my symptoms, struggles and how I feel now. I believe many perimenopausal and post menopausal women will relate to several of the menopause signs that appeared during my transition and the experiences I had.
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor! The information in my videos is based on my research and personal experiences and is presented from my perspective. Please contact your physician for medical advice.
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0:00 - Introduction
0:27 - My journey through perimenopause
5:11 - How I'm feeling in post menopause
6:18 - Final thoughts
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Not sure why I said undescribable in the video.🤦♀ I know it's indescribable.😂 Geez Kari!
I didn't even notice! I enjoy your channel!
I blame menopause! 😂
@@faeriesmak YASSSS!
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So what. ❤️
Why is the peri menopausal journey so secretive & unbearable 😢 I’m 48 & every month it’s something new ! So glad I found this channel !
Because, for generations the overwhelming majority of medical doctors were men. Now that we have a significant number of women doctors who are going through the same thing as us, serious research into our problems is mounting.
Me too! 😮💨😮💨🫠
Just imagine all the money they make on misdiagnosis. 🤑
Same here
In post menopause and even today, doctors are too quick to dismiss when you bring up symptoms that aren't typical.
It means everything knowing im not alone, seeing all the ladies in the comments warms my heart
I’m 48 and struggling really badly with peri. The anxiety and doom is the most difficult aspect for me. I cry all day and panic!!! I think I need hrt because I’m all alone and have lots of responsibilities. I don’t think I can go on if this continues. Your videos are a reassuring blessing. Thankyou ❤
Hang in there, I have awful anxiety too, you're not alone. I've tried everything to soothe it but to no avail... The only thing that helps is keeping myself extremely busy as a distraction like deep cleaning the house lol.
I'm sorry. I was that way last year at 47, and it was so bad that I was afraid to leave the house. Starting progesterone cream gave me my life back! The weight gain, anxiety, and constant crying are gone.
You're not alone, Sista. I feel the same way and it feels paralyzing most times. Hang in there😊
Totally understand. I have had anxiety since childhood but in 2018 the anxiety began to increase in frequency and intensity. In 2019 I had to take medical leave from work bc the anxiety was overpowering. It's been a long journey. You will get through it. We all will... Together! 💐
I’m right there with you same age anxiety and insomnia mood swings every thing. This journey is definitely nothing I’d wish on anyone! Plus I’m raising a special needs child alone. The anxiety and insomnia r my worst symptoms thus far!😩🙏🏼
By 45 my girly part was so dry, that I gave up any dream of ever remarrying. By my early 50's I started experiencing what I called "blissful sleepless nights." It did not make sense, since I was not worried, or had any body aches. So why was I awake for up to 3 days and nights at a time? When I was 59, I finally had insurance and made an appointment. By that time, my girly part was so dry it hurt to sit on it. I met a nurse with my same problems. She introduced me to natural estradiol. That was my beginning to a 10 year quest to find a natural hormonal treatment for my symptoms. Thus, my girly part is doing better than it has in more than 20 years. It's still not like it was at 20, but it has come a long way!
What was the natural estradiol?
@@MissBeeMarieI'm wondering the same
@@Angel-qf6if 🤷🏾♀️
Whenever the peri-menopause illness starts, . I watch one of your videos.
I do too, to calm me down
Hi! I am in menopause for 2 years . First I was was sick with flu like symptoms ,and after 1 month the sickness was worsening and worsening in a bad way. I ended up in emergency room but they told me the symptoms is not matching with anything and they referred me to see a neurologist. My symptoms was :head pressure, clogged ears and sinuses, dizziness, blurred vision , back pain ,heartburn ,sore throat, dry eyes ,dry mouth, tmj, no appetite, esophagus spasm, and more. I was almost every day at my doctor office and I was seeing numerous specialists. Nothing was found. I was thinking I am going to die from a mysterious illness. Whoever ,after the end of this summer my symptoms disappear one by one, and now I am healthy and happy living my life. Ladies, I now is hard ,but all this nightmare will pass .Hugs!
Thanks so much..in the middle of this madness as well..good to know it will pass.
Yes it will. I had all of yours plus some. Was just waiting for my death day. ❤❤
@@rosepalmer3525 yes will pass ,and my doctor recommendation was to eliminate sugar for this periods, to take women supplement, magnesium glycinate every night ,eat fruits (no bananas) ,drink water 2 liter a day, and sometimes to add electrolyte to retain water or if my heart rate is jumping up and down. Also she say to not take pills for anxiety ,only go easy on chores and take care of your body . I wasn't on hormones replacement, the doctor was against them because it will be hard to stop them or for some complications will arrise in time (who knows for sure?) Anyway, for 2 years I was in hell and barely was able to go to work and take care of my home and my kids. You will be ok ,and soon will enjoy your life again.🌻
I have the head , sinus and jaw issues too!!
Thank you so much! I have most of the symptoms you mentioned and pretty much house bound/ bed bound so debilitated. This gives me hope🙏🏻
Kari, you have been and are a LIFESAVER and I mean this literally. Your videos are helping me tremendously. I am a black 54 yo woman going through perimenopause (unbeknownst to me and my physician evidently)😢😢. Until I started further researching my symptoms I was diagnosed with Long Covid, allergies, obesity, anxiety and so on. I came up on one of your videos and voila 😮my craziness was explained. I've since watched dozens of videos and read articles which makes me feel better mentally and assured me I am not insane. I've even taken unpaid leave from work due to my circumstances. I attended a menopause discussion recently which has helped even further.
Kari, you're doing a wonderful thing and I thank you ten times over. You have inspired me to begin to share this information among my peers and women of color because we are so uninformed.
Continue to great work Kari 👏🏽👏🏽🎉👍🏽😊
I’m happy I could help you in some way. Wishing you well.
This makes me so mad. I am 53 now and had been on oral contraceptives until about a year ago and within three month after stopping, things started to deteriorate. I had been having some symptoms for sure, but things kicked in big time last year. Like you, my doctor only talked about 'possible weight gain and hot flashes'. Talk about an understatement - try 5-7 pounds each year for the past seven years. I, like you, had a myriad of symptoms but it wasn't until one joint seems to fail after another (frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, foot pain, hip pain, aches through my legs, etc.) over about 6 months including cortisone shots, physical therapy, etc. and having to quit yoga, pilates, walking, and couldn't even clean my house. I was sleeping from about 11 pm to 3 am every day. After all these appointments no one put any of this together. In May I was afraid to make my next appointment, because I thought I would probably learn I had MS or something horrible. My husband encouraged me to look into an anti-inflammatory diet and I ACCIDENTALLY found the connection between menopause and joint pain I am started HRT in July and within 4 days I was noticeably improved. It's been 4 months and I have accepted my new body, have almost no joint pain, do intermittent fasting, take a few supplements, eat an anti inflammatory diet, exercise, sleep 7 hours (in a row!) most nights, returned to excise, and lost 15 pounds. I am grateful of course that I'm feeling better, but the fact that I had to figure it out on my own and that so many women suffer makes me absolutely furious about the status of women's health care in this phase of our lives. I'm not surprised but it makes me so mad to hear you were diagnosed with anxiety instead of getting the help you deserved. I am starting to talk with my friends about this and they're all sharing their stories - which we never talked about. We'd all just been silently suffering. Sad. And apparently it's up to us to solve our own problems, so we should be sharing what works and support each other. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
I’m happy you figured it out and are feeling better. I wish I would have clued in long before I did. So sad that women have such sub standard health care. Menopause isn’t even taught in med school. We know more than the doctors in most cases. We deserve so much better.
Your experience was so similar to mine! I was convinced I had MS or some autoimmune disorder. I had so much blood drawn and everything was "normal" but felt horrendous
I am experiencing everything which you mentioned. I am 53 years old. I stopped my birth control pills 2 months ago. I had a blood test last week, which confirmed that I am postmenopausal . For the past 2 months, I have severe osteoarthritis in all my joints, shoulders , knees and hips are the worst. I, too, was afraid of having lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. I researched osteoarthritis and menopause, and found validation in these you tube channels. I will have a telemedicine visit with my doctor today, and will ask for HRT. I also have long covid, which can also cause arthritis. I have begun an anti inflammatory diet, as well as no red meat/ dairy/ carbs. I feel a little better already being on a healthier diet. Thank you for everyone’s comments.
I am 62 and am still having hot flashes and brain fog.I am hopeful I am almost done.Your channel has given me a lot of courage THANK YOU.
Finding your channel has helped me chuckle through some dark days. In peri, I'm 51, and have been diagnosed with anxiety. I've had severe panic attacks, bloating, and now missing periods. Such fun. 🙄 I take supplements, magnesium helps, and I find exercise really helps me. Although at times I have to force myself to do it.
Panic attacks are horrible. Sorry!
Do your panic attacks include shortness of breath, dizziness, racing heart?
Thanks for being our go to girl when all hell is breaking loose in our transitional phase....ladies we are going to make it on the otherside with Kari's help...❤❤
I’m 55, still have periods, although not every month. Started HRT about 6 months ago. Although it helps, it hasn’t been a cure all. My first sign was the crazy heart palpitations. Skipping beats, heart flutters, etc. Went to the cardiologist, and diagnosed with PVC. He said they are very common with women entering menopause. It’s been a heck of a journey, and I’m more than ready to feel better. Thank you for all your insight on this topic. You’ve been a blessing and comfort to many.
Those darn heart palpitations. We so don’t deserve those.
I had crazy palpitations too. Been on HRT for a few months now and palps are basically a memory. Good luck! ❤
Hi..what's PVC?
@@rosepalmer3525 premature ventricular contraction
It is Premature Ventricular Contractions. Essentially, my heart skips beats. Some days it's worse than others. Never had any heart issues before, but then all of sudden I got symptoms all at once. Hot flashes, brain fog, fatigue,etc. My cardiologist isn't concerned as he said he sees it very frequently with women and hormonal issues. @@rosepalmer3525
You are helping so many of us 🙏❤️
I, too, also experienced a menopause bleed. There was a very stressful and even worrysome family ordeal and I was so angry and so anxious that I started bleeding. Of course, I did not go right to my doctor because I figured I would get told it was all normal. So I settled down a bit, but the spotting and full-on bleed persisted. I went to the doctor and he told me that If it continued to let him know and we would have some test ran. Suddenly, this other situation which had been occurring right here on our property with a brother-in-law that we could not get to leave and he stopped paying bills and became obnoxious. Finally, his 30 days were up and he had to leave. I know I deflated like a popped balloon, but in a few days, the bleeding stopped and then it was over. I've not had it happen again. THAT, is how much stress can mess up our whole system!
Stress can definitely affect us physically. I’m sorry you went through that.
@@KariAnneWright It was pretty scary as my periods had completely stopped, and then BOOM! Thank you so much for this group and your videos. You have shed light for many of us on a subject that was just not getting talked about!
Omg, this happened to me this month! I went 1 and half years without bleeding, im 51. I quit drinking and smoking both 56 days ago. I think i shocked my body!!! Lol, but the crazy thing is that the very day before i started bleeding, i gave away all my boxes of pads and plugs. Very odd!!!
Me too. I was 4 years post menopause then had a heavy bleed on a VERY stressful day when I had to clear out the filthy flat of a dead relative. I hated the task and felt sick with disgust and resentment. It was almost as if my body was telling me to get the hell out of there. Tests were clear. No bleeding since. Our bodies speak to us.
I did my homework when I started with these weird symptoms, then I went to see my doctor with my research & ran some blood test & she told me you are right😩😩😩😩. Thanks for the info🙏🏻💐
Kari wanted to say thank you, you were the light at the end of a dark tunnel. The month before I turned 50 I started getting nausea, losing weight, anxiety and nervous jittery stomach, i didn't know what to think i was waiting for the hot flashes and the weight gain to come, thanks to your videos you let me know this is also symptoms of perimenopause. What a relief to know i was "just" going through my transition, I started taking a very low dose birth control pill which has helped, still get anxious and a moment of panic but definitely better. The vitamins i take to help for perimenopause are b6, its supposed to help flush out excess estrogen and i take b3, which is niacin ladies this one is a lifesaver when it comes to relaxing you if you feel anxious, i take the regular one because i like the flush, it makes me feel very relaxed if you don't get a flush means your very stressed may need another one. Good luck ladies wishing you all health and serenity.
Happy to help and so glad you are feeling better.
I had it all start that way as well, but I started at 37 to feel that way! I hope it’s all over for me soon. I’m 39 now. Been in Nuva ring and just taking cbd oil and zofran.
I'm post menopausal,I'm 54 and this started when I was 47.
Unfortunately growing up this was not a topic discussed.Heard things here and there...but nothing to prepare me for this Huge change in my body😮
Thought having 2 kids was a change to my body,But this is way different 😮
Thank you for this channel. So I'm a few weeks away from 52. Was always thin but starting my 40s gaining more and more weight. That for me is the worst thing followed by developing acid reflux which I have all the time now and just generally poor digestion. I have this year developed the achey stiffness thing too. If I could just get the weight off I think I would feel so much better. 🙁
I understand. I’m in the process of losing my menopause weight now but my weight was stuck for years. It’s frustrating. I have a video on how I kickstarted my weight loss and I did a live with my sister who also lost a bunch of menopause weight. They may help you.
Your story could be mine. Around 45 started having all kinds of symptoms. I was at the doctor all the time and they could find nothing. It was all labeled as anxiety. I was having regular periods and no hot flashes so the doctors said it's not menopause. My worst symptoms have been anxiety ,palpitations. and weight gain. I'm 54 now and about a month away from a year of no periods. I still have my struggles, but overall much more stable. I wish I could go back in time 10 years and reassure myself about what was actually happening
Glad to hear about it getting better and stable I keep hoping I will get to that point fast!!!!
I wish I could go back in time and clue myself in too.
Exactly this
I would like to request you do a video on everything that you take, do, and eat that has helped you. You look great by the way and thanks for all the videos you make! They have helped me and so many others.
Im 43, suffer from all the nasty symptoms, anxiety and brain fog being the worst for me and periods showing up once every 3 months or 3 periods in a month 🙄😭. I started heavy weight/strength training 3 times a week as it helps balance hormones (along with my usual cardio) I feel so much better and sleep has improved too! It really boosts metabolism, supports joints and strengthens bones, so important! Love your videos Kari, your helping us ladies figure it all out, we’re not crazy after all 😆💗
This video brought me to tears...I experience(d) all the same symptoms that you mentioned, and it makes my blood boil thinking back to all the doctors that told me it was just anxiety. But now that I know it's peri, it makes it a lot easier not to panic about each and every symptom. Thank you as always for helping me not feel so alone 💜 And for those of you in your 30s who are experiencing symptoms, do NOT let your doctor tell you that you're too young to be noticing a shift in your hormones!!!!!
I am so happy I stumbled upon your channel. I started perimenopause years ago. I am currently 47 and I am so relieved to know that what I have been experiencing is more common than women know. We are so misinformed and then dismissed and told: "It's life. You are anxious! Take a pill...take all the pills... and get a hobby..." Your channel is a must for all of us in this dark and murky stage of our fertility - or more precisely, lack of - and I thank you for it. My journey is similar to yours - I have looked as though I was pregnant with all the bloating. I got scared I was missing something... turns out, my fertility is coming to an end. I feel at peace now knowing I am not alone. Thank you again. Today is a good day - we shall see what tomorrow brings. Wishing you a great one!
I have pasted your channel to so many women and they have thanked me over and over. No one talks about this and no one knows how to diagnose it as it truly can be anything. Symptoms are so random...I want to thank you Kari! Being able to talk about some of these things helps us to understand we are NOT crazy and it will pass. Hang in there ladies! 😘
I’m nearly 52 and still peri, I noticed changes occurring when I was 48.
I’m now on HRT which I found has helped with many symptoms, but doesn’t cover everything.
I found your channel a while ago and love it.
You’ve been a great place to go to for info when a new symptom rears it’s ugly head. Your channel and reading others comments, helps me as I realise I am not alone and you provide much information that I cannot find much about on line.
Thank you 🖤
I feel your pain. I’m going thru the same symptoms. I suffered in silence for many many yrs. I started about 38 and am 58. It all nearly killed me. No lie. The mental anguish was the worst. I am doing ok now. Life is manageable now.
I’m glad you’re managing ok now.
What were your symptoms if I may ask? I’ve been going through some debilitating symptoms and pretty much housebound/ bedbound. Glad you are doing better now
Same for me. Started at 37. Now 39. Got put on birth control to manage it all. Looking into anxiety meds because so far only cbd and zofran is getting me by
I started at 37. Sounds very similar to my experience! Nearly killed me too. I am only 39 though and who knows how much longer this will continue.
Kari, your videos are truly the best when it comes to peri, meno and postmenopausal symptoms! As I have mentioned in my previous post. I've been struggling with all of the symptoms you described in your videos. Have seen many, many doctors over a period of several years. There was not even one doctor who would explain to me what was going on with my body. Until I found your channel! Since then, I feel much better knowing that I'm not crazy. I THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR all the work you do for us women who suffer from this horrible health issue.
Love your channel ❤
I’m happy my channel is helpful to you!
I was shocked that a few years ago I suddenly looked down at my arms and had wrinkled, elephant skin all over! 😮 It happened overnight! I've always worn sunscreen so this was very discouraging.
A month ago, I started taking evening primrose oil & I'm already seeing an improvement. I was already taking fish oil for decades.
Thank you, for all your videos, Kari! We can do this!
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A shock right ?I've always moisturised and sun screened feel cheated
I have met a few women that don't have any symptoms at all or at least only a few. It was hard talking about the issue with some as well. I suffered from so many things for a few years until I went to a Naturopath in my mid 50's. She put me on Bioidentical HRT and that has been the world of difference! At least my anxiety is much less and I am sleeping better. My family doctor was useless. I wish medical schools would teach a more indepth study in peri/post menopause...at least admit it exists! Thank you Kari! It sure is a long journey for so many women.
Kari, I feel like your story was mine! I started with aches and pains in my early 40's and them full blown panic and anxiety in my mid 40's. The Doctors never had a clue but one older nurse told me that she thought it was perimenopause symptoms. I started investigating and started on a wellness journey. That was over 10 years ago and I feel better than I did in my 30's.
Wonderful that you feel great again! I’m working on it too. I feel better but not fantastic yet.
Six years well into perimenopause now, the first two the most terryfing of my whole life. I keep wondering how IS It possible that something that affects half of the world population IS so widely unknown, even for female doctors!!!!!
I’m 48 on peri menupause. As of today, I’m struggling with a severe heel pain very few hot flashes. As far as mood swings, panic attacks and anxiety, meditation and reading my bible book everyday has cured me a lot. I used to hate doing any home chores, cooking, cleaning etc..
But now I find listening to my favorite music while doing all chores gives me energy, & happiness.
I’m 49 , started at 47 peri menopause, still going through it , think my periods are getting lighter . The doctors thought the symptoms of tinnitus, forgetfulness , aches and pains , hair loss , hot/ cold sweats were long covid symptoms from having the illness . Also suffering even now awful
Insomnia . It’s only doing my own research that I wasn’t going mad but all the other symptoms were peri symptoms. Didn’t know there were loads apart from the usual night sweats / hot flushes . Even had leaky boob . Thanks for your channel and ppl like you raising awareness.
Same, if I wasn't 49, I would liken these awful experiences to COVID or the flu ! it's some consolation to know what it actually is and embrace it and try to remedy it, and to know there's so many of us going through this.
My symptoms started when I turned 30. Each year or so was a few different symtom of almost everything you've mentioned in the 100 list video you posted. I'm 50 now and this year it was as if all the symptoms of perimenopause hit me all at once. Now my periods are less frequent all the symptoms are starting to go away. Who knew there was a light at the end of the tunnel 😅 Thank you for your videos!
Thank heaven’s for even a ray of light at the end of the tunnel.😊
It's scary not knowing what symptom is coming next really, they just keep on coming out of nowhere, who knew !!
@@Skaterbun I know right it has been a hell of a rollercoaster ride for 20yrs...but I do think the rollercoaster is finally coming to an end so I can get off this scary maniac ride 🤣
Thank you! I am 55 and still have 28 day cycles and all kinds of other changes that make no sense! It is so good to know I am not alone by being confused by all the crazy things happening.
Hi Kari. Im 54 and post menopause but have had dry eyes, dry skin on one side of my neck that itchies at times a lot random times during the month where my heart beats faster and I feel like sense of fear and doom, my friend too who is 53 gets so many symptoms you described too. It's not fun for us women but knowing we are all in this together brought a sense of peace and calm for me. Thank you for sharing your story.
OMG story of my life!!! I went through all the same things. It was so terrifying going through the heart palpitations. The anxiety and stress were debilitating. I really wish I had known all this beforehand. My doctor is female and never told me any of this. I'm glad you created this video, I'm sure it will help people going through this. It's nice to know I'm not abnormal ❤
Same here
Love your posts ❤. I’m 55 and been post menopausal for 4 years. A lot of my symptoms have waned and while I still have the odd anxious moments and aches and pains, I know how to cope with them. I make time for me, yoga, walking and have adjusted my diet. Keeping hydrated is very important and trying to look at the positive moments. I always look forward to your posts. X
I experienced this same thing. Doctors didn't know why and I got tired of going just so they can put me on a new medication that didn't cure menopause. I watched a different video where the lady mentioned perimenopause and her symptoms matched mines. I had been to the gyne several times and never mentioned it. When I suggested it, he said it's possible. UGH!!!! I started researching and your videos helped me stay out of the doctors office. I don't want to take HRT but I hate these symptoms. I don't know when Im done or near done. I appreciate all this knowledge. The world needs to know this so women can stop being misdiagnosed
It's all about the money, honey.🤌💵🤑
I started peri menopause at age 44, and I think I’m almost through at 53. I decided not to take any HRT but boy it’s been a roller coaster ride including 2 D&C’s in under a year. It’s not an enviable position for a lot of ladies and my heart goes out to anyone suffering as I have done for almost 10 years. If you can find a friend or professional who you can talk to and where you can keep busy, if the chance comes for you to go out grab, as laughter is a terrific medicine!
Started peri at 36 and at 46 i went onto menopause. Most of my symptoms went away, but now and again strange things do pop up. The struggle is real but God brought me through it.
I started late in 36, and by 37 really sick with every symptom you can imagine. I am hoping I am done by 46 or earlier! Another woman on this comment thread mentioned she started at 38 and by 44 or 45 she was finished.
My former GYN encouraged me to stay on birth control as long as I could. I decided to stop my periods in my early 30’s due to hormone irregularities and this pill has been a life saver. I’m 49 and probably in peri, and none of my symptoms are severe. My mother died this year and I’ve gained a lot of weight due to emotional eating, and I have a gut for the first time ever so that’s a clue.
I’m sorry you’ve suffered such a terrible loss. Sending love your way.
@@KariAnneWrightThank you so much.
They will eventually make you stop them and be prepared because if your hormones are low you will feel the transition. That’s exactly what happened to me.
What happened to you exactly when you stopped the birth control because now I am scared for when they time comes.
I struggle with anxiety i have for years but before my period in peri it gets worse. I find that rescue remedy drops help me so much and taking one day at a time. Sometimes its one hour at a time and taking one thing at a time. My husband is so loving and supportive and i have a big beautiful great Dane who is my "therapist" 😂. I find exercise and meditation help me as well. Laughter and hobbies too xo
I do that, sometimes just 1 minute at a time.
I'm so glad I found your channel. It helped me connect the dots. I think perminopause started for me in my 40s. Doctors didn't mention that but now I can see more clearly.
I'm way better now after a couple of months on cyclical progesterone and daily estradiol hormones at almost 47yo. I use to have muscle pain, joint aches, brain fog, and dryness. I will be on these hormones forever. If I discontinue, I feel like an old lady.
Thank you! I am in Peri. Ugh! Yes, I am definitely in the “crazy old lady” stage. My poor children think I have brain damage, seriously. 😂 Your humor helps, as, now I can tell my husband and children that I DO NOT have damage to my brain, but, that I am just getting older. Whew! What a relief to hear this. The panic attacks and anxiety are just out of this world, but, you are giving g me the strength to get through this! I am so glad I found you. You remind me so much of my aunt, which makes it easier to listen to you. Thank you for your wonderful channel, and thank you for the chuckles you give. They are much needed. Best wishes to you.
The anxiety is brutal! Wishing you well!
Once I stopped fighting my peri menopausal symptoms, things got better. I am instinctively taking all vitamins that help, except for the collagen and probiotics, etc. So now taking these. There really isn't enough out there on menopause, self acceptance equals self-love, which really helps to get through this. Thank you
The severe bloating has been very scary. And soooo painful. Ugh. It’s my worst symptom. The most annoying one is the brain fog. I can’t remember sh&t. Ugh. I’ve been living in the anxiety cycle for 5 years now. I rarely have a hot flash but I do have the fun night sweats. I’m 46 btw.
Thank you so much for these videos. They really help calm the worry.
The bloating was horrible and so uncomfortable and concerning. It greatly improved for me in post menopause then after taking a pre/pro/post biotic for a couple of months it’s all but gone. I only get bloated very occasionally now and not severe.
Perimenopause is so hard for me. I pray and keep going when sometimes I just want to do nothing. I don’t know myself anymore 😢
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I understand completely I push myself too. Going to work most days seems so hard to get up and do. Morning hit and time for work I have to really talk to myself and say I can do it.
I just found your channel. OMG! You are living my life!!! I am 59. My periods started skipping last year. Frozen shoulder happened to me in my 40s. Never would have connected that to perimenapause. My peri symptoms are everything you have described. The body aches have been horrible the last few years. I have researched for answers and finally just chalked it up to hormones. For years I have told friends I’m convinced doctors do not understand female hormones and the effects on our bodies. No wonder the men in our lives think we are crazy!!!!!
The body wide pain is due to falling estrogen and collagen. Collagen is the figurative glue that keeps us together. It affects every muscle, joint, ligament, tendon, the bones, gums, hair follicles, gut and connective tissue. Using a liquid collagen has been helpful for me. Also doctors do not learn about menopause in med school. We know more than most doctors. Sad but true.
It has been so helpful watching your videos. I'm pretty sure I've been having symptoms for about 10 years, but it wasn't until this past summer that a doctor acknowledged I was in perimenopause. Now I'm 52 and hopefully there is some light at the end of the tunnel. I feel like everything hurts. I'm soooo tired. The monster periods that come at different intervals (18 days... 45 days) are debilitating. I'm ready to be done now. And I had heart palpitations some years ago. Extreme depression has occasionally been my companion and the night sweats have me doing more laundry than I'd like to! 🥵 I've also had tinnitus and have forgotten the names of people I've known for years which had me thinking I had dementia. You give me hope. ❤
The memory lapses are scary. They concern me too. I keep trying to keep my brain engaged and learning to regain my memory.
Yes girl. I can’t remember anybody’s name anymore. The sweet older lady at my kids Judo class assured me that my memory will come back. ( I can’t remember her name either, lol). Hang in there.
@@miscellaneousb thanks for the hope! 😊
Hi Kari, I am now post-menopause, and still suffer from anxiety from symptoms. Thank you so much for your videos, they really help me and keep me sane and calm.
I love your channel! It makes me feel somewhat normal!
Please don't ever stop what you do, thank you❤😊
I have no plans on stopping as long as women want my videos.
I thought I was going mad...your description of the many peri menopause possible symptoms started to make sense. I had constipation from hell...anxiety....palpitations...painful feet....painful joints...periods lasting weeks....brain fog...instant (it seemed) weight gain. Internal trembling finally sent me to the drs. I thought I had the onset of Parkinson's disease! I live in France and blood tests were done...and the (young) female Dr, gave a shrug...'menopause' when looking at the results. I haven't yet had a full year without a period...(I'm 54) but they are very few and far between now. Why we aren't told about peri menopause is astounding in this day and age? !😉😬
Thank you so much for being candid and entertaining in sharing your journey! X
I had the internal trembling. It was the most horrific feeling. It was out of control. Not very many menopausal women mention or get this symptom. Take care.
I am older I have been postmenopausal for like 16 years. I am still suffering. I still get hot flashes off and on and night sweats it seems like it'll never end I have bad anxiety but I think it's better than I used to be health anxiety is another story. I freaked out about every little acre pain or whatever. Right now I'm going through this really weird I think water retention thing in my hips and thighs. I used to get this even a few years and to post menopause but I haven't had it in a long time. I am concerned and it's driving me nuts
Thank you so much! Your videos have helped me tremendously.
As always , i am soooooo thankful for your videos ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you kari,I experience almost everything you've mentioned mine started at 40 with dizziness and ended up in the hospital it haven't been easy the anxiety the sore breast aching joints i tell you perimenopause is not for the faint of heart i must say kari has been a great help to me thank you very much for your help and concern for us 😊
I’ve dealt with waves of dizziness and it was very disturbing. Sorry to hear you had to deal with it too.
Oh wow ! I had all these symptoms aswell no doctors could help me thank you Kari you are such a blessing 🙏 love all your videos 😊
Omg yes the frozen shoulder!!! Had it for almost a year & you’re right about the sharp horrid pain! Never sought treatment because I have an aversion to doctors and it disappeared as mysteriously as it started. Then the other shoulder started & same deal, took about a year but now perfectly fine!
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It was so good listening to you. I'm experiencing everything you have been through or still going through. There are days I feel like I'm going mad. I'm glad to know I'm not alone. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for sharing and for creating this channel. You've lifted a huge weight off of me - it's good to know I'm not alone. I've been sharing your channel with everyone I talk to about menopause and mid-life related stuff. I've even educated my teen daughter about all this so that she will never have to go through the mental health stress I went through - knowledge is truly power.
EXCITED FOR YOUR CHANNEL!!🎉THIS NEEDS TO BE OPENLY TALK ABOUT❤
First, excuse my long post. I found your channel thru another utuber Platinum D and it's great that women are talking about this. Me and my friends have shared our perimenopause challenges but it's amazing how this subject is not talked about with doctors. I've brought it up and not enough info is given. I appreciate finding this channel because I'm almost a year without a cycle and not sure what comes next. It's been a house of horrors and extremely frustrating when you don't know what's going on with your body.
Soooooo much of this sounds familiar. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. This is how we change things for our daughters.❤
Omg! this is what I experienced.. ditto .. I m in perimenopause at the moment.. your channel is so helpful.. anxiety getting better. A big thanks to you ❤
Thank you for this and thank goodness for your channel, you are loved ❤
Well described. I'm coming up to 59, and the belly just decided to arrive, and full night's sleep also became a fond memory. Having got through menopause fairly unscathed, I'm furious. Never had a weight issue.... now my friend food is the enemy. It's not just during meno' it goes on and on, it really does. Happily, I'm too busy to give it much notice, but for God's sake!
Congratulations Kari Ann on getting to yur goal wght. Thank you for this information. I’ve passed your name along to a friend of mine as well.🥑🌶️❤️
Kari, you are so helpful in my journey. I do find many of your symptoms you have shown, really have happened to me. Not for long bouts but i have had heart fluttering and was so worried. I noticed it more when i was lying down and it made me feel like i was running. Or i ran out of breath going from washroom to bed. I had frozen shoulder and thought it was the covid shot. I have misdiagnosed myself a lot and probably searched up many health issues. I have arthritis and it has flared up a lot more than it ever has, but now i wonder if it is? Thank you for your valuable insight to many changes we women go through. Always love watching your videos!
Kari, thank you for all your insight. I went thru same thing, going to doctors appointments and no resolve. One doctor even laughed at my concerns, cried after that visit. HRT gave me palpitations so had to quit that. So have suffered for years. I am 64 now and the hot flashes has subsided and I take magnesium at night, and stay away from sugar as much as possible, but still have sleepless nights sometimes. Your videos have really helped me understand and not feel so crazy 😊
@Kari Anne Wright Kari, oh my, I am so sorry that you went through all of this😔. Your personal experience and retrospection will help so many women to cope much better. As for myself, I just noticed an increased sensitivity to heat and pain, itchiness, memory issues , very oily skin, scalp issues such as dandruff, being teary and not being able to feel strong emotionally, like how I used to be.😔
I visited so many doctors since this few months for my symptoms. Internist, ENT, Cardiologist, Neurologist, even the obgyn. But no one mentioned about pery 😞
Thanks God I found your channel. You make it clear for me.
So I'm not alone to feel this terrible moment.
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Im so glad i found you Kari anne. Plus all the wonderful ladys in the chat. I am more at ease now. At least I know I'm not going crazy. ❤️🇨🇦😊
Oh my goodness!! you are describing everything that I'm going through!! Anxiety is the favorite word for these doctors, but it seems that none of them can help alleviate the symptoms... obviously, we have to go through them no matter what, it's part of life... thank you!!
Thank you so much for sharing! You truly are a God send. ❤
Everyone I talked to had different symptoms from me. Every once in awhile I’ll find someone with some similarities. But your group has helped me immensely understand what my body is going through.
Wow you are a God sent 🙏 I have experienced all of the problems you are saying 👍🏼 I’m now 46 and in the middle of the it and mine started 38 or so and I have no idea what was happening and no one to talk to 😮 but your videos are helping me out 🙏 thank you sweetie ❤
😮😢 I’m going through this right now! I feel like I’m losing it. It’s scary. And some doctors just don’t help with it. Instead you are made to feel like it’s all in your head or a hypochondriac. Thank you!!
Thank you for all you do .
Why is it that we get blown off.
Even woman Doctor's blow you off.
Women’s health care is greatly lacking.😏😔
Kari, your menopause journey is almost identical to mine, all the same symptoms, and at roughly the same age, but because I'd had a hysterectomy at 39 (retaining overies) I had no period hints. It was only when the hot flushes started that things clicked. I'm now 60 and things are better but still have occasional flushes and brain fog. Your videos are great, as the more informed women are the better.
I'm 51 and I'm so glad you did this video the tendinitis really resonates with me. I personally would rather go through menopause than a period because I think it's gross. I saw the doctor yesterday and of course being over 50 he was almost excited to do all the horrible probing stabbing, squishing test that woman according to the medical professionals say you need. However it is one's right to reject such tests. After the passing of Suzanne Somers from three's company she was against mammograms and said they caused cancer, so we as woman need to do extensive research when it comes to health. Thanks for your video on this subject because it is not a topic that is high on the list for women's health and mental health. 😊❤
Thank you so much Kari 💖 God bless we have and I found you because since this time I am not so much scared anymore as I was before💖 Now I am 53 years old and can so much better deal with the situation 💖 all the very best wishes and greetings to you from Germany 💖
Luckily thanks to the internet, i had done loads of research when i first noticed some unexplained changes in myself. I quickly made some changes in my lifestyle & that has been extremely helpful throughout my perimenopausal journey. I'm 51 & still in the peri menopausal phase, with a history of an notorious autoimmune disorder, Psoriasis. But i guess making the lifestyle changes & being very positive to the inevitable has hugely helped. Clean mindful eating, daily exercise, constant hydration, good sleep, keeping away from judgemental/negative ppl & listening to or watching lot of motivating & fun content has made it quite manageable thus far. Knowledge is definitely is powerful coz you are better equipped to handle such situations.
I can relate to your journey. I never went to the doctor, but found a good online HRT doctor. I started at 48
Thank you Kari. Everything you've stated was and is me. I had and still have those symptoms. You reminded me of my diagnosis of the tennis elbow. I am thankful for you. I don't feel like I'm losing my mind. God bless you and keep up the good work.
God bless you too!
Thank you for this video❤
I'm 42. So far, I'm just hungry all of the time and my periods are a bit out of whack. I'm glad I found your channel to see what to expect. There really aren't many good books. I have tried to read about 3 so far, but they weren't really much help.
Thank you for your candor, acknowledgement and suggestions. It's def a marathon not a sprint. Hibiscus tea for sleep and bp regulation and staying active help tremendously! Always looking for alternative options. Looking to try sound healing next.
You are definitely a Blessing ❤been going through vertigo and dizziness for a while finally after all testing
I went on HRT it’s been about 3 weeks and I’m feeling better not 100% but my goal is to just feel alive and functioning was so scary 😮I think I waited to long I’m 56 and I went down fast 💨 love your videos they really help women understand feel we’re going crazy😮it’s a journey but knowing your body helps
Thank u again u look great 😊 keep them coming I’m watching 🙋♀️🙋♀️🙋♀️
Thank you for the kind words. I’m glad the hrt is helping you.
I thank you very much for ur video it been helpful to me, I been going through all the stuff u have mentioned and more I just praying strength for all of us woman going through menopause it's not a easy time for me trust me am sick
Kari!! Thank you for this video and please know your channel is honestly saving women around the world!! I’m 46 going through as my mom and aunts call “the change of life” for some 5 years now. Every month is a new “WTFlip is happening now”?!?!? Your video and the fellow commenters in this community are truly a Godsend!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
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So glad I found you. Thank you. For me the palpitations are the worst!
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Hi, Kari, I’m post-menopausal (I think). I started with hot flashes in my mid-40’s & progressed thru menopause with palpitations, more hot flashes, dizziness & falling, sudden pains, somehow I skipped night sweats, but dealt with a bunch of other symptoms that you address in every video! Thank you! Now, at 68 yrs old, I’ve started having fevers in the 100-101F range almost every evening. What the heck is that?! It returns to normal, all on its own, within an hour or 2, but I’m not sure if it’s menopause related or something else. Just thought I’d check in with you before I head off to see the MD. I’m still having ‘predictable’ hot flashes, which does make them less of a surprise, but just as bothersome to deal with! Thank you for this lifesaver channel of information!
Thank you for sharing your journey. I too began perimenopause at age 45 and it hit me really hard. I started with panic attacks out of nowhere. Chest pain that also took me to the hospital but everything turned out to be ok. I’m 46 and I have learned to eliminate a lot of foods that would make it worse. I have found some alleviation but still each day is different. At times I have chronic joint pain, breast tenderness, tummy issues, if you can name it I feel it. 😮 My ob/gyn offered to put me in birth control…I’m still thinking about it.
I absolutely agreed with your videos... I'm now in postmenopausal...i take gaba for the anxiety and it truly helps me. And primrose oil capsules
Im so grateful for you and this channel!! You helped me SO much. Do you have a weight loss video?
Yes I do! I have a video on how I kickstarted my weight loss and a replay of the live I did with my sister who also lost a whack of menopause weight.
I am 53 in menapause now and just want to say glad you are here on UA-cam. No one wants to talk about it!