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Progesterone in Perimenopause: The Hormone That Drops First

Progesterone is the hormone that tends to fall first in perimenopause — often years before estrogen begins its more dramatic decline. If you've been…

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The Truth About HRT Safety in 2026

HRT menopause safety is better than many women were led to believe — and for most healthy women under 60, or within ten years of their last period, the…

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Bioidentical vs Synthetic HRT: What the Difference Actually Means

When it comes to bioidentical HRT vs synthetic, the terminology sounds like it should explain everything — but it often creates more confusion than…

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Testosterone in Perimenopause: The Hormone Women Are Not Told About

Testosterone isn't just a male hormone — women make it too, and levels start falling well before menopause arrives. For many women in perimenopause, low…

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Types of HRT Explained: Estradiol, Progesterone, and What to Ask Your Doctor

There are several types of HRT for menopause, and understanding the difference between them genuinely matters — not just for managing symptoms, but for…

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The Estrogen Window: Why Timing Matters for HRT

The "estrogen window" refers to a specific period — roughly the first ten years after menopause, or before age 60 — during which starting hormone…