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If you’re thinking about hormone therapy for perimenopause or menopause, you’ve probably run into a lot of confusing terms — bioidentical, compounded, FDA-approved, oral, transdermal. Here’s what they actually mean, plus a quick look at the three hormones used in therapy today, so you can walk into your next appointment feeling informed, not overwhelmed. The […]

Patches, gels, and creams are some of the most effective ways to take estrogen — but small habits in how you apply them can make a big difference in how well they work. Here’s a quick guide to getting the most out of your therapy. Applying a Patch Applying Gel or Cream Checking Your Levels […]

CAROLYN G-S, AGE 58 Carolyn walked into her first visit tired, frustrated, and unsure hope was still on the table. Six months later, she walked out beaming — stronger, happier, and, in her words, “a new person.” Like so many women in perimenopause and menopause, Carolyn’s declining hormones had quietly reshaped her energy, mood, sleep, […]