In this episode, Nicole Jardim shares her personal journey with menstrual health, detailing her struggles with period-related issues and the lack of answers from medical professionals, along with her insights on navigating pregnancy and fertility during perimenopause.
Nicole and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:
· Common menstrual abnormalities and the importance of understanding what a normal cycle looks like
· The significance of tracking menstrual cycles and understanding individual health
· Emotional and physical aspects of pregnancy during perimenopause
· Navigating fertility during perimenopause and how lab testing can help
· The unique challenges women face when conceiving later in life and the benefits of late parenthood