There’s no shortage of “hormone-balancing” supplements aimed at midlife women, but which ones actually help? In this episode, I break down what’s worth it, what’s often overhyped, and how to choose supplements that truly support your body in perimenopause.

Creatine and collagen are two of the most talked-about supplements in perimenopause and menopause. In this episode, I cut through the hype and share what actually supports energy, brain health, joints, and healthy ageing, without supplement overwhelm.

Progesterone is often the first hormone to shift in perimenopause, and for many women, it explains anxiety, sleep changes, heavier periods, and feeling less resilient to stress. In this episode, Francesca gently explains what progesterone really does, why it starts to decline, and how to support ovulation and progesterone naturally during perimenopause, without fear, restriction, or overwhelm.

Perimenopause can feel confusing and destabilising. In this episode, Francesca shares what really matters for feeling better, and how the Midlife Thrive membership supports women through this transition.

Perimenopause symptoms don’t exist in a vacuum. In this episode, Francesca explores why stress, including the hidden stress of living out of alignment, can dramatically worsen perimenopause symptoms. Rather than seeing this phase as something going “wrong,” she reframes perimenopause as a powerful magnifying glass, revealing where the nervous system is overwhelmed, boundaries are missing, and life needs recalibration. This is an honest, grounding conversation about why pushing harder backfires in midlife, and how listening more deeply can change everything.

Perimenopause isn’t something to endure or push through. It’s a phase that invites listening, learning, and informed action. When you respond to symptoms early, you don’t just feel better now, you change how menopause unfolds later.

Gaining weight in your 40s? This episode explains the real root causes of perimenopause weight gain, from hormones and muscle loss to stress, insulin resistance, fasting and thyroid shifts.

A practical, empowering guide to what to eat in your 40s for better energy, hormone balance, and long-term health. This archive episode breaks down the best diet for perimenopause, without rules or restriction.

Feeling more stressed or anxious in your 40s? This episode explains how cortisol and your nervous system shift in perimenopause, and practical ways to feel calmer and more resilient.

Discover the most important blood tests to track in your 40s and perimenopause, including optimal ranges, what your GP might miss, and how your results can explain fatigue, low mood, weight changes, and more.