Send us Fan Mail Wait… This Is Perimenopause? What Nobody Warned Us About Have you ever wondered why you suddenly feel unlike yourself, even though your period is still arriving every month? In the first episode of this four-part Women’s Health Series, Leslie breaks down what perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause actually mean. She also shares her experience of dealing with brain fog, night sweats, anxiety, fatigue, joint pain, body changes, and other symptoms she never realized could be connected. This honest and sometimes humorous conversation goes beyond hot flashes to discuss the symptoms women often whisper about, including changes in mood, memory, sleep, bladder function, and confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: The difference between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopauseWhy symptoms may begin before your periods become irregularWhy the menopause transition can feel like a whole-body experienceCommon symptoms that are not always recognizedWhy every new symptom should not automatically be blamed on hormonesWhen symptoms or unusual bleeding need medical attentionHow to track your symptoms and prepare for a productive doctor’s appointmentThree practical steps you can take when you do not know where to beginPause & Rise Workbook Recognizing your symptoms is the first step. Tracking them can help you turn confusion into useful information. Pause & Rise: A Hormone Health Workbook for Menopause & Perimenopause was created to help you better understand and document what you are experiencing. It includes symptom and cycle tracking, appointment preparation, doctor advocacy tools, questions to ask, treatment education, journaling prompts, and practical support for your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This workbook does not diagnose or replace medical care. It helps you feel more informed, organized, and prepared to advocate for yourself. Learn more or purchase Pause & Rise: Click here to purchase your workbook Midlife Clarity Coaching If you feel overwhelmed by the changes happening in your body and life, Leslie’s Midlife Clarity Coaching can help you organize your concerns, identify your priorities, prepare for important healthcare conversations, and create a manageable plan for your next season. Coaching provides educational and personal-development support. It does not include medical diagnosis, lab interpretation, prescribing, or treatment recommendations. Learn more or schedule your clarity coaching session: Click here to book a coaching call Important Disclaimer Leslie Martinez is a Certified Master Life Coach and certified menopause coach. She is not a physician or licensed medical provider. This episode is provided for general educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any medical condition. It is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about your symptoms, health history, medications, and treatment options. Do not begin, stop, or change any medication based on this episode. If this episode helped you recognize something you have been experiencing, share it with another woman who may need this conversation. Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Your Joyful Order Podcast and YouTube channel so you do not miss the rest of the Women’s Health Series. Connect with Leslie: Follow on IG: @yourjoyfulorderstyle Website: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/ Email: lmartinez@yourjoyfulorder.com to schedule- Speaking Events, Interviews or Life Coaching Sessions Shop my SOAP Journal & Digital Products: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/ Watch this Episode on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXoAYIM2mfclNtYiaOzIUw Shop my Gratitude, Goals & Prayer Journal on Amazon: https://a.co/d/09Djvaw
