Perimenopause is the period defining the months (or years) before menopause sets in.

Perimenopausal changes include major hormonal fluctuations, defined by having vasomotor symptoms such as:

The transition into Menopause is a gradual process occurring over several years usually around the age of 40.

When women reach the menopause phase, hormonal shifts bring about difficulties ranging from symptoms to complications. Signs of menopause include: 

Hot flushes and a sense of wellness-loss are the primary symptoms of menopause and are linked to mental health issues stemming from this phase.

Once you experience menopausal symptoms for a prolonged period of time, you have entered the post-menopausal phase.

This important and dynamic midlife transition period in women marks the following: