Hot flashes, brain fog, mood swings, sleep disruptions and irregular periods are often associated with menopause, but many women are surprised to learn that these changes can begin years earlier during perimenopause. This important stage of life takes center stage on St. Luke's Health Now, featuring the episode "Perimenopause: The Second Puberty Nobody Warned You About," airing Monday, September 7, at 6:30 PM on WFMZ-TV (Channel 69).
Host Ashley Russo is joined by Ann M. Freeman, DO, OB/GYN and Certified Menopause Specialist, and Jaclyn Davolos, MD, OB/GYN, who discuss the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and how they can affect a woman’s physical, emotional and mental well-being.
In this episode, viewers will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of perimenopause, understand why experiences can vary from woman to woman and explore evidence-based treatment options. The discussion also covers lifestyle strategies that can help improve quality of life, including nutrition, exercise, sleep habits and stress management.
The episode also features Lauren Garges, DPT, of Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s, who explains how pelvic health physical therapy can help address common concerns such as bladder symptoms, pelvic floor dysfunction and musculoskeletal changes that may occur during perimenopause and menopause.
Whether you're experiencing symptoms yourself or want to better understand this often-overlooked transition, this episode offers practical guidance and expert insights to help women navigate perimenopause with confidence.
