Perimenopause — Health & Wellness Blog - The Clara Clinic

Perimenopause Rage: Why You're Suddenly So Angry & What's Behind It

Perimenopause rage is real — driven by estrogen swings, falling progesterone, and disrupted sleep. Learn what's behind it and what actually helps.

Does Estrogen Drop in Perimenopause? Why It Actually Swings First

Estrogen doesn't simply drop in perimenopause — it swings unpredictably first. Learn why, what it means for symptoms, and why one blood test can be misleading.

Why Am I Gaining Weight During Perimenopause?

Gaining weight in perimenopause? Understand the hormonal and metabolic reasons behind it — plus naturopathic strategies that help.

Hormones, PerimenopauseDr. Simone Stein, NDJune 22, 2026The Orenda Clinic & Apothecary

Cortisol and Perimenopause: Why Stress Hits Differently in Your 40s

Struggling with anxiety, poor sleep, or feeling wired but tired in perimenopause? Learn how estrogen and progesterone affect cortisol — and what you can do about it.

Hormones, PerimenopauseDr. Simone Stein, NDMay 11, 2026The Clara Clinic

PMDD or Perimenopause? How to Tell the Difference — and Why It Matters

Both conditions involve severe hormonal symptoms that are chronically under-recognized. Understanding which one you're dealing with — or whether you have both — is the first step toward care that actually helps.

Perimenopause, HormonesDr. Olivia Kulchyk, NDMay 4, 2026The Clara Clinic

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Right for You During Perimenopause?

Wondering if HRT is right for you during perimenopause? Learn the signs you may be a candidate, when it's not recommended, and what a naturopathic approach looks like.

PerimenopauseDr. Kelly Clinning NDApril 27, 2026The Clara Clinic