Early perimenopause: Why symptoms are showing up in the late 30s

More women are noticing perimenopause symptoms in their late 30s, sooner than many anticipated. This shift is linked to modern pressures—chronic stress, disrupted sleep, and nutrient-poor diets— alongside environmental and lifestyle changes. At the same time, better education, body awareness, and symptom-tracking tools mean these changes are being recognized earlier.

Early perimenopause: Why symptoms are showing up in the late 30s
More women are noticing perimenopause symptoms in their late 30s, sooner than many anticipated. This shift is linked to modern pressures—chronic stress, disrupted sleep, and nutrient-poor diets— alongside environmental and lifestyle changes. At the same time, better education, body awareness, and symptom-tracking tools mean these changes are being recognized earlier.