If your once-reliable cycle has suddenly gone rogue — longer, shorter, heavier, lighter, skipping months entirely — welcome to perimenopause. This phase is dominated by ovarian unpredictability, and your period becomes the first obvious sign.
Why does this happen?
During perimenopause, the ovaries don’t ovulate consistently. Some months, estrogen surges extremely high; other months, progesterone barely shows up. This hormonal imbalance leads to cycles that look nothing like your old “28-day textbook” pattern.
Common changes include:
• Shorter cycles (every 21 days)
• Much heavier bleeding
• Random spotting
• Longer cycles (35–60 days)
• Periods that disappear, then return with attitude
• PMS that feels like a supercharged version of your teen years
While many changes are normal, some require medical attention, including:
• Bleeding longer than 7 days
• Needing to change pads/tampons every 1–2 hours
• Large clots
• Bleeding after sex
• Bleeding after months with no period
The good news: a chaotic cycle isn’t the end of your reproductive story — it’s just a sign your hormones are shifting. With targeted treatment, your symptoms and quality of life can improve dramatically.
You’re not “broken,” and you’re not alone. Your body is transitioning, not malfunctioning.
If your cycle feels unpredictable or unmanageable, let’s get clarity. Schedule your perimenopause cycle evaluation today.
