Am I In Peri/Menopause?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Do you have hot flashes?

  • A.
    Nope, all is good.
  • B.
    Yes, at night only.
  • C.
    Yes, they are during the day and night.
  • D.
    I am soaked all the time.
• 2.
  How is your mood?

  • A.
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    Pretty good.
  • B.
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    I have anxiety almost daily.
  • C.
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    I feel like I am struggling more than I want.
  • D.
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    I am all over the place.
• 3.
  Do you struggle with weight gain?

  • A.
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    No, it is not a problem
  • B.
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    No matter how many diets I try, I just can’t budge the scale.
  • C.
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    My weight is a roller coaster
  • D.
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    I can't stop gaining weight.
• 4.
  Libido?

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  • A.
    Yes, please.
  • B.
    You are mostly interested in it.
  • C.
    Not really, could take it or leave it.
  • D.
    What libido.
• 5.
  Do you have trouble sleeping?

  • A.
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    Nope, sleep like a baby
  • B.
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    Can't stay asleep, wake up often
  • C.
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    I can't get to sleep, stay asleep, and wake up tired.
  • D.
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    I am exhausted all the time, my sleep needs some real help.
• 6.
  What about your menstrual cycles?

  • A.
    They are are regular.
  • B.
    They are even shorter.
  • C.
    They are starting to space out to every couple of months.
  • D.
    That is long gone.
• 7.
  Any Joint Pain?

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  • A.
    I feel pretty good
  • B.
    My joints ache only in the morning.
  • C.
    I am achy all day.
  • D.
    I have delibitating pain.
• 8.
  Vaginal Dryness?

  • A.
    Nope, all fine.
  • B.
    A little more dry than usual.
  • C.
    I suffer from pain with sex, UTI's, or chronic vaginal infecctions.
  • D.
    Answer D
• 9.
  Which theme song represents your menopause journey currently?

  • A.
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    “Rainbow Connection” sung profoundly by Kermit the Frog
  • B.
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    “Mission Impossible”
  • C.
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    “Mean Girls”
  • D.
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    “Golden Girls”

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You are unlikely in peri/menopause

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  You may have been experiencing some things changing.But it is unlikely perimenopause/menopause, but it could be another hormonal imbalance.🌟What Next!🌟1. Testing, testing...It might sound basic but until you have a full picture of your hormonal profile you’re groping around in the dark with your well-being.There’s a tendency to think that unless you’re a menopausal woman or maybe having trouble conceiving that hormone testing isn’t for you.Make sure you get tested for blood sugar balance, thyroid function, inflammation, and nutrient status.Full Thyroid panelIron PanelCRPFasting InsulinVitamin D and Vitamin B12Check out my blog post on hormone testing.2. Calming the nervous systemThe essential first step of balancing stress hormones is developing calmness and centeredness. Once your mind is grounded it’s easier to move through the tough parts of life. Meditation is a powerful way to listen to your body’s wisdom!A great meditation ritual is to create a sacred space where you can be alone and peaceful for small chunks of time everyday. Make it a daily ritual by lighting a candle, incense, or diffusing some grapefruit and peppermint essential oils.Sink into the present moment!Helping you have harmonious hormones!... 👋 I’m Dr. Jen!I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. I completed her residency at Duke Medical Center and her integrative medicine fellowship at Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Center. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. If you're struggling with your hormones, it's my intention that this work helps you to feel healthy, strong, and happy. 🍏💗 💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖YT Channel. You'll learn my easy to understand healing tricks to feel better fast. 😉 Let me figure out the science so you can thrive.Check your email for more hormone balancing tips!
• 2.
  You may be experiencing perimenopause/menopause

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  You are not alone.If this is you...YOU ARE NOT ALONE! I have had many patients who have sat in my office with the exact same symptoms.Here's the thing: You DON'T have to live the way you're living. You don't have to feel the way you're feeling. It is not something you just have to accept as your new normal.You've probably heard the opposite from friends, doctors, your mom, grandma, that you just have to get through it. It's part of life. But it can be done with ease and grace and it can actually be a very smooth transition. There are tools to help you live a high-quality life and feel vibrant and energetic as you age.Here Are 3 Tools to Get Started with Your Peri/Menopause Journey.1. Testing, testing...It might sound basic but until you have a full picture of your hormonal profile you’re groping around in the dark.Check out my blog post on hormone testing.2. Calming the nervous systemThe essential first step of balancing stress hormones is developing calmness and centeredness. Once your mind is grounded it’s easier to move through the tough parts of life. Meditation is a powerful way to listen to your body’s wisdom!A great meditation ritual is to create a sacred space where you can be alone and peaceful for small chunks of time every day. Make it a daily ritual by lighting a candle, incense, or diffusing some grapefruit and peppermint essential oils.Sink into the present moment! 3. See a Menopause Provider We'll start by discussing your symptoms you’d like to address. Then I'll help you create a personalized plan to get you feeling better as soon as possible.Helping you have live your best life!... 👋 I’m Dr. Jen!I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. I completed my residency at Duke Medical Center and integrative medicine fellowship at Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Center. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. If you're struggling with your hormones, it's my intention that this work helps you to feel healthy, strong, and happy. 🍏💗 💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖YT Channel. You'll learn my easy to understand healing tricks to feel better fast. 😉 Let me figure out the science so you can thrive.
• 3.
  You are likely in perimenopause/menopause

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  You are brave! You KNOW there’s better health around the corner. You just need someone to partner with you to get the results you’ve been dreaming of. You are not alone.If this is you...YOU ARE NOT ALONE! I have had many patients who have sat in my office with the exact same symptoms.Here's the thing: You DON'T have to live the way you're living. You don't have to feel the way you're feeling. It is not something you just have to accept as your new normal.You've probably heard the opposite from friends, doctors, your mom, grandma, that you just have to get through it. It's part of life. But it can be done with ease and grace and it can actually be a very smooth transition. There are tools to help you live a high-quality life and feel vibrant and energetic as you age.Here Are 3 Tools to Get Started with Your Peri/Menopause Journey.1. Testing, testing...It might sound basic but until you have a full picture of your hormonal profile you’re groping around in the dark.Check out my blog post on hormone testing.2. Calming the nervous systemThe essential first step of balancing stress hormones is developing calmness and centeredness. Once your mind is grounded it’s easier to move through the tough parts of life. Meditation is a powerful way to listen to your body’s wisdom!A great meditation ritual is to create a sacred space where you can be alone and peaceful for small chunks of time every day. Make it a daily ritual by lighting a candle, incense, or diffusing some grapefruit and peppermint essential oils.Sink into the present moment! 3. See a Menopause Provider We'll start by discussing your symptoms you’d like to address. Then I'll help you create a personalized plan to get you feeling better as soon as possible.Helping you have live your best life!... 👋 I’m Dr. Jen!I am a double board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine doctor. I am a speaker, consultant, and educator in the women's health space for over 15 years. I completed my residency at Duke Medical Center and integrative medicine fellowship at Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Center. When I am not working with patients, I am an avid hiker, foodie, and the go-to math guru for my 4 energetic kids. If you're struggling with your hormones, it's my intention that this work helps you to feel healthy, strong, and happy. 🍏💗 💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖YT Channel. You'll learn my easy to understand healing tricks to feel better fast. 😉 Let me figure out the science so you can thrive.