{"id":563248,"date":"2026-03-25T11:55:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T11:55:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/563248\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T11:55:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T11:55:14","slug":"sleepless-nights-and-cycle-changes-what-you-need-to-know-about-perimenopause-and-menopause","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/563248\/","title":{"rendered":"‘Sleepless nights and cycle changes’: What you need to know about Perimenopause and Menopause"},"content":{"rendered":"

Key PointsSydney-based social worker Gyllen Sanchez is gradually experiencing the common symptoms of perimenopause.According to Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott, management and treatment for perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause are highly individualised, so it is important to consult a doctor.Meanwhile, News.com.au editor Kerry Warren says their Fire Up campaign aims to push for urgent reforms to better support women through menopause.<\/p>\n

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‘Sleepless nights and cycle changes’: What you need to know about Perimenopause and Menopause<\/p>\n

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Social worker Gyllen Sanchez has started to feel the early signs of perimenopause. While she has yet to see a doctor, she finds comfort and strength in the support of her family and colleagues, helping her make sense of the changes in her body. Credit: Jhuvie Pagaran Madronero<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve started to experience early signs of perimenopause, like difficulty sleeping and hot flushes. I haven\u2019t seen a doctor yet, but the support from my family and colleagues really helps. I also go for walks and take vitamins to ease what I\u2019m feeling.<\/p>\n

Gyllen Sanchez, social worker<\/p>\n

Disclaimer: Healthy Pinoy is SBS Filipino’s weekly segment on health. The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not intend to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your GP or doctor for support.<\/p>\n

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