What are the signs that perimenopause is ending?

Eileen Talks Menopause

May 18, 2023 ∙ 8 mins
Episode 15

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It can be a bit confusing which stage you are in, and actually when you are considered to be ‘in’ menopause. In this episode, I talk about a few tell-tale signs that can indicate perimenopause is ending and menopause is about to begin. Liked this episode? Please subscribe to be notified of my new episodes every week.

Products mentioned in this podcast: A.Vogel's Menopause Support tablets - https://www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remedies/soy-isoflavones/

About me:

Hi, I’m Eileen Durward and I'm a certified menopause coach (3rd Age woman peri-post menopause instructor) with a long history in complementary medicine and in helping others, especially menopausal women! I have worked in A.Vogel’s education department for over 25 years, and I share my knowledge via the company's menopause hub, advice and product support line and Live Chat, as well as across A.Vogel's social media channels, and my own social channels, see links below.

Explore to get more perimenopause and menopause tips and advice:

A.Vogel Menopause Hub https://www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/

Eileen Talks Menopause on Instagram @eileentalksmenopause

Eileen Talks Menopause on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EileenAVogelTalksMenopause

Eileen Talks Menopause on Tik Tok @eileentalksmenopause

The information in this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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Podcast

Eileen Talks Menopause

Episode

15

Date

May 18, 2023

Length

8 mins
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Eileen Talks Menopause is a podcast about all things perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause. Whether you are at the start of your journey, part way through or finally at the end, this is the place to be to get answers to the menopause questions you didn’t even know you had! The podcast is hosted by Eileen […]

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