What Are the Signs of Perimenopause — and When Should I Get Help?

Written By Kelsey Sherman

Many women start experiencing symptoms of perimenopause as early as their late 30s or early 40s — but it's often brushed off as stress, aging, or “just part of life.”

At Ovella Health, we want you to feel confident understanding what’s happening in your body — and know that support is available.

Common Signs of Perimenopause:

  • Irregular periods (longer or shorter cycles)

  • Hot flashes or night sweats

  • Mood swings or irritability

  • Trouble sleeping

  • Brain fog or memory lapses

  • Vaginal dryness or discomfort with intimacy

  • Increased anxiety or depressive symptoms

When to Seek Help:

If these symptoms are disrupting your daily life — sleep, relationships, energy, or mood — you don’t have to wait until menopause to get support.

There are both hormonal and non-hormonal treatments available that can help you feel like yourself again.

At Ovella Health, Kelly Baxter, MD and Kelsey Sherman, MD offer virtual menopause and perimenopause care for women in Colorado, Wyoming, and Idaho. We use FDA-approved bioidentical hormones, personalized treatment plans, and real doctor access — not rushed visits or brush-offs.

Book a free discovery call with Dr. Kelly Baxter or Dr. Kelsey Sherman

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