Menopause isn’t a single date circled on a calendar. It’s a three-stage transition: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. This article explains what’s happening in your hormones and nervous system at each stage, which symptoms are common, and where to focus your self-care now.

Menopause is often wrapped in myths and half-truths that can leave you feeling confused or alone. This science + soul guide untangles 10 common menopause myths from hot flashes and weight changes to brain fog, HRT, and intimacy. So you can navigate your Second Spring with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.