Im panicking a bit.
Im 38, my period is normally very regular but this month it’s a week late. I have cramps, feel bloated, I’m moody, I have everything other than the actual period! I’m 100% not pregnant…. We’ve been in series discussions about ttc so the lack of either period or pregnancy is making me panic that I’m perimenopausal or have just become infertile overnight!. Bang on 28 days I had the tell tail cramping, then nothing! I needed to go for a work meeting and even thought ‘better pop a tampon in my bag!’
Things that have changed are - I started drinking kombucha, I’ve been a bit stressed, I’ve reduced what I eat slightly as I was feeling a bit chunky (weight has gone up not down though!), I’ve started a new class at the gym. Um, I met my friends new baby (not sure if my womb has seen the potential future and done a runner as a result!!)
I know a few women, all older than me, who are experiencing menopause / peri menopause at the moment. And I’ve googled. I have no other symptoms of menopause and early menopause doesn’t run in my family (late pregnancy does!). The only time I’ve had a wonky period before was when I’ve been really stressed, and then it shows up early!
Anyone have any wise words to stop me freaking out? Feeling stressed clearly won’t help the situation but not stressing is easier said than done! I’ve tried Yoga to de stress…it failed!