Could itchy ears, dry eyes, tinnitus, acne and phantom smells really be linked to perimenopause? In this episode, Francesca explores some of the surprising symptoms nobody talks about.

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If you're waking at 3am despite following all the sleep advice, this episode will help you understand why sleep problems in perimenopause are often about much more than sleep.

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Feeling more stressed, anxious, overwhelmed or "wired but tired" since hitting your 40s? You're not imagining it. In this episode, we explore the connection between cortisol, stress, and perimenopause, why your body may be responding differently to stress than it used to, and practical strategies to support your nervous system, improve sleep, and restore balance.

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Learn why hot flushes and night sweats are about more than just hormones, and how factors like stress, blood sugar, hydration and lifestyle can influence symptoms, and supplements for hot flushes. 

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Discover how fluctuating oestrogen affects memory, focus, mood and mental clarity during perimenopause, plus practical ways to support your brain through midlife.

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This episode explores why fibre is one of the most overlooked nutrients in perimenopause. Francesca shares how fibre supports hormone health, gut health, blood sugar balance and long-term wellbeing, plus simple, realistic ways to increase fibre without overwhelm.

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Feeling like it’s “just perimenopause”… but you know there's more to it? In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden drivers of perimenopause symptoms, from blood sugar and thyroid health to stress, gut health, and under-fuelling, and why it’s not just about hormones.

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Feeling confused about HRT? This episode breaks down the latest guidance, clears up common myths, and helps you understand your options in a calm, balanced way.

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Many women around 40 start to feel “not quite themselves”… but assume it can’t be perimenopause because their periods are still regular.

In this episode, I explain when perimenopause really begins, typical symptoms of perimenopause age 40, the early (often overlooked) signs, how to tell if your symptoms are hormone-related, and the key areas to focus on to start feeling like yourself again.

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If you’ve been feeling less confident, more anxious, or not quite yourself at work lately… you’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m joined by Victoria Brookbank from MenoMinds to explore how perimenopause can impact your confidence, cognition, and ability to cope at work, and what actually helps you feel more like yourself again.

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