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How to Reduce Perimenopause Mood Swings

Posted on September 26, 2020December 19, 2021 by Michele
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Perimenopause mood swings can come on  by many things, from arguing with a loved one or something simple like losing your keys. It’s not always clear what causes mood swings. Rest assured that YOUR NOT CRAZY and things will get better over time.

WHAT IS PERIMENOPAUSE

Women may start to notice their periods becoming irregular. Your menstrual flow may be longer or shorter than it was before. It may also get heavier or lighter.

These changes are caused primarily by shifting estrogen and progesterone levels as your body prepares itself for menopause, which will involve no periods. Estrogen and progesterone are hormones that help to regulate the female reproductive system.

Many women have additional symptoms during both perimenopause and menopause. These symptoms may include:

  • hot flashes
  • vaginal dryness
  • diminished sex drive
  • trouble sleeping
  • mood swings

WHAT ARE MOOD SWINGS

Mood swings are often one of the first things women notice that causes her to suspect something is not right! Characteristics of mood changes can include extreme irritability, blatant rage, concentrated anxiety, depression, indifference as well as nervousness.

Perimenopause and mood swings work together because changes in hormonal levels  are beginning to take shape inside a woman’s body. Hormone levels affect the level of serotonin in the brain which can cause these symptoms. 

HOW TO REDUCE SYMPTOMS

These symptoms will get better as time goes on. Here are a few steps that you can take now to help find relief. 

MEDITATION

Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique, such as mindfulness, focusing your  mind on a particular object, thought, or activity to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state.

YOGA

Yoga is performed as part of an exercise program to increase general health, reduce stress, improve flexibility and muscle strength, and alleviate certain physical and mental symptoms. Project Yoga is my go to yoga program, where you create your own customized yoga plan. Whether you are a beginner, advanced or never even tried yoga before.

TALK ABOUT IT

Talking about perimenopause mood swings with your family and friends helps you but it also helps them understand what you are going through and how to be by your side. Another healthy objective is to have a steady social support group to turn to, I recommend my favorite facebook group, Premenopause/Menopause Discussion Board 

LIMIT YOUR CAFFEINE INTAKE

Limit your caffeine intake while you are having these mood swings. Caffeine can cause annoying symptoms like nervousness and restlessness and could also interrupt your sleep pattern. Caffeine drinks like soda and coffee come decaffeinated, they are just as good.

TAKE A SUPPLEMENT

A multivitamin and a supplement like Magnesium-Glycinate may also help load your body with the right nutrients, balancing things out. Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any supplements.

Are you going through perimenopause mood swings?

What has worked for you?

Comment below and don’t forget to share.

Thanks for stopping by…

Much Love,

Michele

 

Health Disclaimer: All material provided in these articles are for informational or educational purposes only. No content is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your symptoms or medical condition.

 

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Michele
I am a 49 year old hormonal midlife woman from Jersey, married to my husband Eric with 4 sons!

The purpose of my blog is to help women who are having a difficult time transitioning into midlife by sharing health & wellness tips, so they can live their best years yet!

The topics on my blog are well researched or something I have personally been through.

Thank you for your support!

Michele
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9 thoughts on “How to Reduce Perimenopause Mood Swings”

  1. Cyndi says:
    May 23, 2021 at 11:21 am

    This is so insightful! I learned a lot.

    Reply
    1. Michele says:
      May 23, 2021 at 6:02 pm

      Hi Cyndi, I am so happy you thought so! Thank you for commenting!

  2. Niraj says:
    December 31, 2020 at 8:37 pm

    You are absolutely right. Meditation & yoga really helped me. Even dance fitness. Helped me relax and handle my mood swings (most of the time).

    Reply
  3. Isabella G says:
    October 3, 2020 at 1:23 pm

    I went through perimenopause in my early thirties. I wish I would have tried yoga & meditation back then. It could have been very helpful.

    Reply
    1. Michele says:
      October 3, 2020 at 8:29 pm

      Hi Isabella, peri is so hard, doing meditation and yoga is my savior plus vitamins! 35? Wow! Are you in menopause now?

  4. Lottie Hancock says:
    September 28, 2020 at 6:32 pm

    Very good information. Great post.

    Reply
    1. Michele says:
      September 29, 2020 at 11:25 am

      Thank you Lottie! Happy you enjoyed it!🙂

  5. Mandy says:
    September 27, 2020 at 1:38 pm

    This was really informative! Thanks you for sharing!

    Reply
    1. Michele says:
      September 28, 2020 at 3:49 am

      Hi Mandy, your very welcome!🙂

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