Perimenopause / Menopause Symptoms, Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP Perimenopause / Menopause Symptoms, Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP

Is It Perimenopause? Ten Early Signs that Women May Not Recognize

Are you waking up at 3 AM for no reason? Is your anxiety suddenly peaking, or are your joints strangely stiff? Perimenopause often starts in your late 30s or early 40s with symptoms that don't look like the "classic" hot flash. If you've been told your labs are normal but you still don't feel like yourself, this deep dive into the 10 early signs is for you.

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Hormone Therapy (HRT), Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP Hormone Therapy (HRT), Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Safe?

For decades, a single 2002 study has fueled a "culture of fear" around hormone therapy. But the science has since progressed. From the "window of opportunity" for heart health to the reality of breast cancer risks, we’re breaking down what the data actually shows in 2026. Why the benefits of HRT often outweigh the risks

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Education / Basics, Lifestyle & Wellness, Weight Management Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP Education / Basics, Lifestyle & Wellness, Weight Management Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP

Why Does Weight Gain Occur During Menopause, and Why Is It So Hard to Lose?

If your 20s-style workouts are no longer working, it’s not a failure of willpower—it’s biology. Learn why menopause shifts fat to the abdomen and how a nuanced, hormonal approach can help you regain control of your metabolism.

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Hormone Therapy (HRT), Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP Hormone Therapy (HRT), Education / Basics Kari Waddell, FNP, MSCP

Bone Health in Perimenopause and Menopause

Bone loss accelerates during perimenopause and menopause due to declining estrogen levels. At Radiant Health for Women in Boulder, Colorado, we help midlife women protect bone density through evidence-based strategies including strength training, nutrition optimization, vitamin D testing, and personalized hormone therapy. Learn how to prevent osteoporosis and preserve long-term strength before fractures occur.

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