The transitional phase of peri-menopause and menopause can be, at the least, challenging. Peri-menopause can last for several years before leading into menopause (defined as the time when you haven’t had a period for at least twelve months) Symptoms include;
- hot flushes
- mood changes
- anxiety
- mood changes
- memory issues
- brain fog
- skin changes
- reduced sex drive
- muscle and joint aches and pains
- sensitive teeth and/or painful gums
- changes in sleep pattern
- night sweats
- overactive bladder at night
This is largely due to a drop in oestrogen levels. Symptoms may last for years following the transition and you may experience emotions such as anger, loss of control, confusion and a sense of loss.
Solution focused hypnotherapy can help with relaxation and calming anxiety and stress levels, and can reduce the impact of many of the symptoms, such as hot flushes and night sweats. It can have a profound impact on physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing and my audio download will help to improve sleep.
If symptoms are severe then you should consult your GP first. Hypnotherapy is a supplementary therapy and should not take the place of medical treatment.
Takeaway tip
Try to follow a healthy diet. Spicy food, caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars and carbohydrates can trigger hot flushes.