Start Your Perimenopause Journey Here
Clarity and compassion for this transformative time
I understand the frustration of feeling dismissed or overwhelmed by conflicting advice. You're not imagining things—perimenopause brings real changes, and you deserve clear, evidence-based support to navigate them with confidence.
Hi, I'm Catharine—certified menopause specialist and founder of The Meno Collective. Having guided hundreds of women through this journey, I'm here to offer the understanding and tools you need.
Catharine Adams, Certified Menopause Specialist (NASM-CNC, NASM-CPT, GGS Menopause Specialist), leads The Meno Collective—your evidence-based perimenopause community. No gimmicks, just genuine transformation through The ONE Method.
Ready to feel understood and empowered?
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Let's Pause and Reflect: Is This Resonating With You?
After sharing my story, I invite you to consider these questions - they're drawn from the real experiences of women just like us navigating perimenopause.
Are you tired of well-meaning advice that promises to "balance your hormones" through expensive supplements or rigid protocols, only to leave you feeling more frustrated?
Do you find that the nutrition and fitness approaches that worked seamlessly in your earlier years now seem ineffective, despite your best efforts?
Are you weary of hearing "it's just your age" when you're experiencing real, disruptive changes that affect your daily life and well-being?
Are you seeking straightforward, evidence-based insights into what's truly happening in your body during this transition?
Do you long for a supportive community of women who understand your journey, offering genuine connection without pressure or hidden agendas?
If these questions speak to your experience...
The Meno Collective was created with you in mind - a space for evidence-based guidance and true sisterhood.
Join us - we're building a community where women thrive through perimenopause with clarity and compassion.
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New to Perimenopause? Start Your Perimenopause Journey Here.
Let's begin with a clear understanding of what's happening in your body. No overwhelming details—just the essential facts to help you feel informed and empowered as you start your perimenopause journey.
What is Perimenopause?
The Timeline
Perimenopause typically lasts 4-8 years before your final period. Most women start noticing changes in their 40s, though some begin earlier or later. This is your body's gradual transition, not an overnight switch.
What's Happening
Your hormones—especially estrogen and progesterone—are fluctuating. Think of it as your reproductive system preparing for a new phase, creating changes that can feel unexpected but are completely normal.
Common Signs
- Hot flashes & night sweats
- Sleep disturbances
- Changes in weight or body composition
- Brain fog & forgetfulness
- Mood fluctuations
- Irregular periods
- Energy changes
The Path Forward
Evidence-based nutrition, gentle movement, stress management, and community support can make a meaningful difference. You don't need extreme measures—just strategies that work with your body as you start your perimenopause journey.
The 5 Perimenopause Signs That Doctors Often Miss
Beyond hot flashes: The subtle symptoms that signal hormonal changes, and why they might be overlooked as you start your perimenopause journey.
Why Perimenopause Weight Gain Ignores Your Old Diet Tricks
The science behind metabolic shifts, and gentle strategies that work with your changing body as you start your perimenopause journey.
The ONE Method: Your Path Through Perimenopause
A simple approach to creating lasting change, one step at a time, designed for this unique phase as you start your perimenopause journey.
Why Everything Feels Harder in Perimenopause
You're not alone—the science behind why daily life can feel more challenging, and how to move forward with compassion as you start your perimenopause journey.
Ready to Take Gentle, Effective Action?
With a clearer understanding of perimenopause, let's explore practical, evidence-based strategies that fit your life. We'll focus on one pillar at a time for sustainable progress as you start your perimenopause journey.
Nourish: Evidence-Based Perimenopause Nutrition
The 3-Week Perimenopause Habit Reset
A gentle approach to building better eating patterns when energy is low, perfect as you start your perimenopause journey.
Practical Meal Prep for Busy Lives
Simple ways to nourish yourself without perfection or overwhelm as you start your perimenopause journey.
The Protein Priority in Perimenopause
Why protein matters more now, and easy ways to incorporate it as you start your perimenopause journey.
Move: Gentle Strength & Movement
Flourish: Mindset & Self-Compassion
From All-or-Nothing to Gentle Consistency
Building habits that last through compassion, not pressure, as you start your perimenopause journey.
The Self-Compassion Solution
Why kindness to yourself is key to navigating this phase as you start your perimenopause journey.
Embracing Your Identity Shift
Who you're becoming in this new chapter of life as you start your perimenopause journey.
Beyond Willpower: What Really Works
Understanding why old approaches fall short, and better alternatives as you start your perimenopause journey.
Navigate by Your Primary Concern
Select the area that's most challenging for you to access targeted resources and learn how The Meno Collective can provide support as you start your perimenopause journey.
Looking for comprehensive support?
The Meno Collective offers specialized pathways to address your unique needs, all grounded in evidence and compassion.
Explore The Pathways →Your Perimenopause Questions Answered
How do I know if I'm in perimenopause?
Perimenopause typically begins in your 40s with symptoms like irregular periods, sleep disruption, changes in body composition, mood changes, and brain fog. Blood tests aren't always reliable due to fluctuating hormones. Track your symptoms over time for the clearest picture as you start your perimenopause journey.
Why am I gaining weight when nothing has changed?
Research shows perimenopause causes a shift in fat storage. While hormones contribute to modest weight gain (about 6-8 pounds), lifestyle factors like decreased muscle mass and disrupted sleep play a significant role. It's often a combination of small changes adding up as you start your perimenopause journey.
What makes The Meno Collective different?
We focus on evidence-based strategies without promoting supplements or extreme protocols. As a certified specialist who's experienced this journey, I offer practical guidance, community support, and The ONE Method for sustainable progress as you start your perimenopause journey.
Is the weight gain during perimenopause different?
Yes—there's often a shift to more visceral fat around organs, which can affect health. This type responds well to resistance training and balanced nutrition, not just calorie restriction, as you start your perimenopause journey.
Can I really make a difference in my experience?
Absolutely. With structured, evidence-based approaches like our pathways for sleep, nutrition, movement, and emotions, many women find meaningful relief and renewed energy as they start their perimenopause journey.
Do I need supplements or special diets?
No. We emphasize adequate protein, balanced nutrition, and lifestyle strategies that work with your body—no expensive supplements or elimination diets required as you start your perimenopause journey.
What if I'm too tired to make changes?
That's why The ONE Method focuses on one small step at a time, designed for the realities of perimenopause. Start where you are, with compassion and support from women who understand as you begin your perimenopause journey.
Have more questions? Our community is here to help as you start your perimenopause journey.
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Choose Your Path Forward
You can continue navigating this journey alone, piecing together information from various sources...
Or
Join a supportive community of women who understand, with evidence-based guidance to help you thrive through perimenopause.
The Meno Collective is here for you—with clarity, compassion, and real solutions as you start your perimenopause journey.
"I'm so grateful to support women through this—let's navigate it together."
- Catharine
P.S. Remember, you're not alone in this. Small, compassionate steps can make a world of difference as you start your perimenopause journey.
More Information & Trusted Resources
Explore these trusted resources for evidence-based information and expert guidance on menopause, fitness, and health.
- Macros Inc. - The company I proudly coach with, offering personalized nutrition and fitness coaching.
- Canadian Menopause Society - Advancing mature women's health with expert resources and guidance.
- The Menopause Society - Comprehensive evidence-based resources for both patients and healthcare professionals.
- International Menopause Society - Global guidance and research on menopause and healthy aging.
- Dr. Jen Gunter’s Substack - Expert insights from the author of *The Vagina Bible* and *The Menopause Manifesto*.
- Girls Gone Strong - Evidence-based training and certifications, including menopause specialization.
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - Industry-leading certifications for personal training and nutrition coaching.
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