Perimenopause help
Hello community,
I am a soon to be 41 year old woman with severe insomnia and several other indications of having likely entered the perimenopausal years. The insomnia has been around for quite awhile, but some of the other manifestations are newer. I have not had much success with acupuncture, but am always open to names if there is someone who has helped you with this issue. Other than that, I would love to hear any ideas for alternative modalities that have helped with the various "conditions" (excessive heat, hair loss, insomnia, etc.) that accrue with this lovely new phase of my life! Specific practitioners would be great ~ in the East Bay preferred, but other areas are a possibility as well if the care is top-notch. Bonus points if it is affordable! Thank you.
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Rachel at City Pulse Accupuncture in Oakland is great. I saw her for fertility issues & a friend saw her for menopause & really liked her as well http://citypulseacupuncture.com/
At 52, I am finally on the other side and full on into menopause. I can say it's much better on the other side! I had a 10+ year perimenopausal phase, the worst symptoms were intense and frequent hot flashes, persistent insomnia, and extremely heavy periods. I found relief through the usual lifestyle recommendations: healthy diet including eliminating caffeine and sugar, regular exercise, yoga and mediation, good sleep hygiene, plus supplements. I tried many but found Remifemin and Remifemin PM most effective, particularly with Traditional Medicinals Nighty-Nite Valerian tea (note there ate two types, get the one with valerian). Valerian in tea form is a mild sedative. The supplements must be taken regularly for an extended period of time to feel the effect. None of this fully eliminated my symptoms, but reduced them to a very manageable level. Good luck on your journey!
Hi!
I feel your pain. I did use acupuncture for hot flashes and it, along with Black Cohosh (which the acupuncturist recommended) help A LOT. I went to Nancy Rakela on Sixth street in Berkeley. Her number is (510) 540-6267. Nancy had been recommended by a friend of mine who went to her for the very same reason. I would definitely recommend Nancy; she is very knowledgeable, calm, gentle and her office is gorgeous and relaxing. If I had trouble with insomnia, I would certainly seek Nancy's advice.
Good luck!