Perimenopausal - will the contraceptive pill help?

[Raggeo]

I am 39,almost 40. Since having my youngest child (3.5 years ago) my periods have been irregular. At first I think it was post-pregnancy hormonal changes but 3 years later I'd have expected that to resolve. Now my cycles can be anything between 15 and 45 days. I had been thinking about going back on the contraceptive pill to stop the uncertainty, continual pre-menstrual symptoms and also for contraception.
However, the more I think about it I realise that a lot of my symptoms seem like perimenopause... Not sleeping through the night, night sweats, short-tempered, dry skin.
So now I'm not sure if the contraceptive pill would be a good option or not?
Wasn't expecting to be perimenopausal already! So any advice would be helpful.

Yes, the contraceptive pill can help with menopause symptoms, especially in perimenopause (the transition phase before menopause). However, it’s not the same as HRT and may not be the best option for everyone. I would go see your gp in the first instance and tell them all your symptoms. Here’s a list of how the contraceptive pill can help.
How the Contraceptive Pill Can Help:
✅ Regulates periods – Helps with heavy, irregular, or unpredictable bleeding.
✅ Reduces hot flushes & night sweats – Provides a steady dose of hormones.
✅ Improves mood & energy – Can stabilize hormonal fluctuations.
✅ Reduces acne & hair thinning – Some pills help balance androgens.
✅ Provides contraception – You can still get pregnant in perimenopause!

There is also the mirena coil worth considering. X