World Perimenopause Day: Naming the Change, Finding Support

Did you know that perimenopause can begin as early as age 35?

For many women, the conversation about menopause begins too late—after cycles have stopped, hot flashes are in full swing, or sleep has become a stranger. But the truth is, these shifts often begin much earlier. Perimenopause, the transition leading up to menopause, can start as early as a woman’s mid-30s.

This stage can last anywhere from four to ten years and brings with it hormonal fluctuations that affect everything from mood and energy to intimacy and metabolism. Some women sail through with few symptoms, while others face significant changes to daily life. What unites us all is that perimenopause is a natural, powerful season—one that deserves care, resources, and visibility.

The Rosebud Woman Perspective

At Rosebud Woman, we believe every stage of a woman’s life should be met with reverence and support. Our intimate wellness collection was created to honor women’s bodies—with clean, plant-based formulas that provide daily comfort, soothe sensitive skin, and support sensual vitality. But beyond products, we’re here to change the conversation: to help women feel less alone, more informed, and more empowered as they navigate perimenopause and beyond.

PERRY and PERRY Academy: Community + Education

We are proud to highlight PERRY, a free app designed for women in perimenopause and menopause. Think of it as a digital circle of girlfriends and guides: a place where you can connect with peers, track symptoms, and receive real-time encouragement from women who get it.

In addition, PERRY Academy offers deeper, expert-led education. From masterclasses with doctors and nutritionists to practical guidance on hormones, sleep, and intimacy, PERRY Academy ensures that women have access to reliable, science-based knowledge when making decisions about their health.

Together with PERRY, we created a resource on the 34 symptoms of perimenopause. This guide helps name the wide spectrum of experiences women may face—from the familiar hot flashes and irregular cycles to the lesser-known challenges like burning mouth syndrome, joint pain, or formication (the sensation of crawling skin). Naming these experiences is powerful: it validates what women feel and reminds them that they are not alone.

Explore the Rosebud Woman x PERRY Guide on the 34 Symptoms of Perimenopause 

Resources for This Season

Perimenopause impacts each woman differently, but support makes all the difference. Alongside Rosebud Woman and PERRY, here are additional trusted places to learn and connect:

• North American Menopause Society (NAMS): Science-backed education and physician locator.

• Let’s Talk Menopause: A nonprofit focused on public awareness and advocacy.

• Gennev: Virtual menopause clinic with telehealth options.

• Rosebud Woman Library: A growing collection of articles, practices, and reflections for self-care at midlife.

A Time of Becoming

Perimenopause is often framed only as loss: of fertility, of youth, of vitality. But there’s another way to see it. This transition can be a profound initiation—a time to tune inward, release what no longer serves, and step into a new season of wisdom and self-knowledge.

On this World Perimenopause Day, we invite you to embrace the truth that your body is not failing you. It is evolving. And with the right care, community, and resources, you can meet this transition with resilience, joy, and deep self-respect.