ArticlePost reproductive health2023
Perimenopausal women's voices: How does their period at the end of reproductive life affect wellbeing?
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- Women's Menopausal Experiences in the UK: A Systemic Literature Review of Qualitative Studies.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2025Pooled it
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- Associations between body composition, physical activity, and life satisfaction in perimenopausal women aged 40-50 years: a cross-sectional study.Przeglad menopauzalny = Menopause review · 2026Article
- Associations between physical activity, sleep patterns and diet quality and menstrual health symptoms in midlife: evidence from the 1970 British Cohort Study.BMC women's health · 2026Article
- Menstrual experiences of adolescent girls in schools: recommendations for menstrual health education in England.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Menopausal symptoms, work ability, and quality of life: a cross-sectional study among employed women in southern India.Frontiers in global women's health · 2026Article
- Navigating Uncharted Waters: A Meta-Ethnography Exploring General Practitioners and Women's Experience of Perimenopause Consultations in General Practice.International journal of women's health · 2026Review
- Prevalence and social determinants of self-reported health status among reproductive age women in Nepal.Archives of women's mental health · 2025Article
- How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms?Post reproductive health · 2024Article
- Periods and well-being: A focus group study to discuss how menstruation affects the well-being of women aged 18-40.Women's health (London, England)Article
- The time has come for a UK-wide menopause education and support programme: InTune.Women's health (London, England)Article
- Finding sense of coherence in the menopause transition - A qualitative interview study with menopausal women in Norway.Women's health (London, England)Article
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Abstract
objectiveTo explore perimenopausal women's feelings towards their periods, the impact on their wellbeing and how we can support them. STUDY
designParticipants were recruited for focus groups through social media advertisements. In 6 online focus groups, 31 perimenopausal women aged 40-55 living in the UK were asked 5 questions relating to periods and perimenopause, support and education.
main outcome measuresContent analysis.
resultsWhen asked How do you feel about having a period? The participants often related back to the stress of menarche and said their period negatively impacted their wellbeing their whole lives. During perimenopause, their periods had become unpredictable, heavy, and a debilitating disruption to their lives. The women desired support at work through policy, and from family and friends. They believed that educating girls and boys during school was the best place to start, but that education through work and community groups was also needed. They felt healthcare professionals should have mandatory training regarding women's health issues and menopause.
conclusionThe study highlights the impact of menstrual experiences on the wellbeing of perimenopausal women, emphasising the need for improved menstrual education from an early age. Comprehensive menstrual education in schools involving both genders to enable informed decision-making and improved training for healthcare professionals are recommended. Support networks for perimenopausal women will promote better quality of life for women as they go through their perimenopause journey.
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