Is Perimenopause Running the Show (and Not Letting You Read the Script)?

Let’s change that—starting today.


Perimenopause can feel like a full-time job no one trained you for. The mood swings. The fatigue. The 3AM anxiety spirals. Sound familiar?


You don’t have to do this alone—and you shouldn’t

have to piece it together from late-night Google searches. That’s why I created these free guides to help you cut through the chaos and start feeling like you again.


Grab one now and get real-life tools to support your hormones, energy, mood, and more.

What Even is Perimenopause?


Think of it like the winding (and sometimes bumpy) road leading up to menopause. It usually kicks off in your 40s—but for some women, it can start even earlier.


Hormone shifts during this time can cause symptoms like:

✅Hot flashes that hit out of nowhere

✅Mood swings that rival your teen years

✅Night sweats, brain fog, and libido plot twists

✅Irregular periods that love to keep you guessing


Sound familiar?


It can feel like your body’s rewriting the script without telling you—but here’s the thing:

You’re not broken. You’re transitioning. And it’s completely normal.

The key is having the right tools, support, and knowledge to navigate it with more clarity (and a lot less confusion).

Hi, I'm Kim

Holistic Nutritionist. Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist. Midlife truth-teller.

I’ve been where you are—confused, exhausted, and wondering if I was the only one Googling “why do I feel like a hormonal alien?” at 3AM.

Now, I help women in midlife ditch the guesswork and get real support for their hormones, health, and emotional well-being. My approach blends science-backed tools, mindset shifts, and plenty of permission to not have it all together!

This isn’t just about surviving perimenopause.

It’s about reclaiming your energy, your mood, your body—and your joy.

My Approach: Real Support, Real Women, Real Results


Let’s be real—midlife health advice often feels like it was written for 25-year-olds with zero hormone chaos and unlimited time. That’s not you. And it’s definitely not me.


Here’s what I believe:

✅You don’t need to “push through” or “just deal with it.”

✅Your symptoms aren’t in your head—they’re in your hormones.

✅Real change happens when we stop judging ourselves and start supporting ourselves (with food, movement, rest, and compassion).

As a Holistic Nutritionist and Menopause Coaching Specialist, I focus on science-backed strategies

blended with grace, humor, and zero shame. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, fatigue, or a libido that ghosted you—there’s a way forward.


My work isn’t about perfection—it’s about giving your body what it needs and your mind the space to catch up.

From the Blog: Real Talk for Real Hormones


No fluff. No fear-mongering. Just science-backed advice, cheeky encouragement, and the kind of midlife support you actually want to read. Whether you're riding the emotional rollercoaster or wondering if brain fog is your new personality—I've got you.

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Empowering Yourself Through Knowledge: The Best Resources for Perimenopausal Women

June 19, 20254 min read

Empowering Yourself Through Knowledge: The Best Resources for Perimenopausal Women

“The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself.” — Diane Von Furstenberg

Let’s get one thing straight: perimenopause isn’t a gentle unfolding—it’s more like a hormonal plot twist with no warning label. One day you’re cruising along, and the next? You’re sweating through your sheets at 3 a.m., forgetting words mid-sentence, and wondering if you’re anxious, hungry, or both.

But here’s the deal: the more you know, the less unhinged it all feels. Knowledge turns confusion into clarity—and gives you the power to take your health (and sanity) back.

Why Knowledge Matters in Perimenopause

When you understand what’s going on inside your body—from the estrogen rollercoaster to the mood swings and midnight wakeups—you’re no longer just surviving perimenopause. You’re leading it like a boss.

Learning about the hormonal shifts, treatment options, lifestyle tweaks, and support systems available to you means:

  • You can walk into a doctor’s office feeling confident and informed

  • You’ll know what questions to ask (and what answers you won’t settle for)

  • You can stop blaming yourself and start working with your body, not against it

Because no, you’re not crazy. You’re perimenopausal. There’s a difference.


Must-Read Books for Hormonal Mayhem (and Midlife Magic)

Think of these as your midlife manuals—equal parts science, sass, and sanity.

  • The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver

  • Next Level by Stacy Sims, PhD

  • How to Menopause by Tamsen Fadal

  • Menopocalypse by Amanda Thebe

  • The Wisdom of Menopause by Dr. Christiane Northrup

  • Generation M by Dr. Jessica Shepherd

  • The Menopause Solution by Dr. Stephanie Faubion

  • Dare I Say It by Naomi Watts

🖊️ Pro tip: Keep a highlighter handy. These books are full of “wait, THAT’S why I feel like this?!” moments.


Trusted Websites & Blogs (Because Google Can Be a Dumpster Fire)

There’s a lot of info online—some helpful, some wildly unhelpful. These sites are legit:


Podcasts That Get It (and Get You)

Perfect for your morning walk, school pickup line, or hiding in the bathroom for five minutes of peace.

  • The Tamsen Show – Tamsen Fadal brings the honesty

  • The Happy Menopause – Jackie Lynch helps you balance your hormones, mood, and energy with nutrition and lifestyle tips

  • The Shift – Sam Baker dives into midlife reinvention

  • Better! with Dr. Stephanie – For brainy but accessible health convos

  • The Menopause Coach – Adele Johnston mixes facts with fierce support

  • The Menopause Mindset – Dr. Jenn Salib Huber breaks down hormone health without the hype

🎧 Listen with your headphones on and your expectations high.


Online Communities That Won’t Judge Your Rants or Weird Symptoms

Perimenopause can feel isolating—unless you find your people. These groups offer support, answers, and the occasional meme that says exactly what you're feeling.

  • The Menopause Goddess Virtual Sisterhood (on Facebook)

  • The Menopause Support Group (Reddit)

  • NAMS Practitioner Directory – Find menopause-savvy professionals in your area


Professionals to Have in Your Corner

You wouldn’t go to a dentist for a broken toe—so why trust a doctor who shrugs at your hot flashes?

Find practitioners who get midlife women:

  • A certified menopause specialist (NAMS has a directory)

  • A nutritionist who knows hormone health (hi, that’s me!)

  • A pelvic floor physiotherapist—yes, you probably need one

  • A therapist or coach who specializes in midlife and mood

  • A functional medicine or hormone-focused doc for root-cause care


Your Inner Compass Is Still the MVP

Look, expert advice is gold. But don’t forget: you live in your body. You know when something feels off—even if bloodwork says you’re “fine.”

Trust your instincts. If your gut (even if it’s a bit bloated right now) says you deserve more answers, listen.


Final Pep Talk

This season of life? It’s not a crisis. It’s a recalibration.

So yes, your hormones might be throwing tantrums. But you’re still showing up. You’re still learning. And you’re still rising—even if you need a fan, a nap, and a snack to do it.

✨ Keep reading.
✨ Keep asking questions.
✨ Keep owning your midlife magic.

Because perimenopause isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of your boldest, smartest, most unapologetically powerful chapter yet.


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👉 Also check out: Burnout in Perimenopause? 6 Sanity-Saving Hacks to Get You Back on Track — because sometimes you need more than green juice and deep breaths.

Hormonally yours,

Kimberlee Erin

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Meeting Kim was a turning point in my perimenopause journey. I was overwhelmed by the constant fatigue and emotional ups and downs. Kim’s holistic approach helped me understand what my body was going through. Her personalized nutrition plans and stress management techniques have been a lifesaver. I now feel more balanced and in control of my health. Kim's support has been nothing short of amazing.

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