Prime Time with Bec Wilson Getting AHEAD of peri-menopause; With Shelly Horton
Aug 6, 2025
Shelly Horton, a dynamic journalist and author of 'I'm Your Peri Godmother', dives deep into the world of perimenopause. She shares her own surprising journey, highlights the importance of a supportive medical team, and busts myths surrounding HRT. Shelly offers practical insights for managing symptoms, including heart palpitations and mental health challenges. She redefines midlife as a time for empowerment, encouraging open conversations and proactive self-care. With tips for lifestyle changes and advocating for better care, this chat is a must-listen for women navigating this phase.
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Personal Perimenopause Turning Point
- Shelly Horton describes her perimenopause as a sudden, unrecognised health crisis that began five years earlier.
- She developed perimenopausal depression and felt knocked sideways because she had never had mental health issues before.
Perimenopause Is The Dramatic Phase
- Perimenopause is the hormone-unstable phase lasting 4–10 years and causes most symptoms.
- Hormones fluctuate wildly so symptoms come from inconsistency rather than steady decline.
No Simple Test For Perimenopause
- There is no reliable blood test for perimenopause because daily hormone levels fluctuate.
- Diagnosis needs a doctor to assess timing and symptoms, not single lab results.
