Perimenopause Simplified23 Heinä 2025

72. When Should You Start HRT? The Truth for Women in Their 40s

Confused about when to start hormone replacement therapy? You're not alone. In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're cutting through the mixed messages and breaking down when to consider starting HRT, what symptoms to look out for, and how to know if it's the right move for you.

If you're in your 40s and feeling dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin…this one's for you.

We cover:

Why hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is so confusing and what's changed since the 2002 WHI study
The difference between perimenopause and menopause & why that matters for HRT timing
Common early symptoms that may signal hormone shifts (and which hormone to start with first)
When estrogen might be added - it's earlier than you think
The risks of waiting too long to start HRT
Why and when I started HRT myself

Sources:

Hormone Therapy & Cardiovascular Disease: The Role of Timing

Hormone Therapy & Cognition

Prevention of Osteoporosis

NAMS Hormone Therapy Position

To learn about hormone therapy, grab Claudia's brand new, FREE resource: 3-Day HRT Crash Course.

In just 3 quick emails, you'll learn:

📌 What HRT is + how it works to improve symptoms
📌 The different types + how to choose for you
📌 Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)

To connect with Claudia Petrilli:

FREE GIFT: Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes

FREE GIFT: Perimenopause Daily Checklist

WORK WITH US: The Perimenopause Method

BOOK A CLARITY SESSION: Perimenopause Clarity Session

HRT COURSE: Perimenopause HRT Roadmap

QUESTIONS? EMAIL: claudia@claudiapetrilli.com

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130. How to Manage Anxiety in Perimenopause with Dr. Anne Hussain

👉🏼FREE RESOURCES: 6 Reasons You're Experiencing Brain Fog, Anxiety & Mood Changes After 40 - https://claudiapetrilli.myflodesk.com/6-things-labs In today's special episode, Claudia was featured in...

11 Marras 29min

129. Brain Fog & Overwhelm Over 40: How to Get Clear & Calm

Brain fog, forgetfulness, irrational thoughts, and focus issues are common in perimenopause - but rarely explained. In this episode, we explore what's really happening to the female brain during the p...

28 Loka 11min

128. Breast Health After 40: What to Know About Hormones, Iodine & Lifestyle

Breast health deserves more attention than a yearly mammogram. In this episode, Claudia is joined by Dianne Wist, Breast Health Educator and CEO of Violet Daily, for a conversation about what women ov...

21 Loka 49min

127. Perimenopause Rage: Why It Happens & What to Do About It

Have you been feeling unusually irritable, moody, or downright angry in the days leading up to your period? Perimenopause rage can feel overwhelming, especially when you don't understand why your emot...

14 Loka 17min

126. Mood Swings & Anxiety: Could Estrogen Be The Missing Piece?

Estrogen often gets a bad rap, but it's one of the most powerful and protective hormones in a woman's body, especially in midlife. In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're unpacking what est...

7 Loka 17min

125. Your OBGYN Probably Can't Help You in Perimenopause

In this week's episode, Claudia addresses one of the BIGGEST frustrations women face–going to their OB/GYN for perimenopause help, only to realize they're not as knowledgeable about hormones as we exp...

30 Syys 10min

124. Gaining Weight on HRT? Here's How to Fix It

Many women start hormone therapy expecting relief from hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings - only to be frustrated when the scale starts creeping up. While providers often dismiss it, weight gain ...

23 Syys 13min

123. Why HRT Isn't Enough to Fix Your Perimenopause Symptoms

If you've started hormone replacement therapy (HRT) but still feel exhausted, anxious, bloated, moody or worse – you're not alone. In this episode, I'm breaking down why hormone therapy alone isn't en...

16 Syys 10min