Perimenopause refers to the time leading up to menopause, often starting in your 40s. During this phase, hormone levels begin to fluctuate, causing changes to your menstrual cycle and a range of physical or emotional symptoms.
Menopause is officially reached when you have gone 12 months without a period. It typically occurs between ages 45 and 55, but the transition can vary widely for each woman.

Acupuncture helps regulate these changes by working with the body's natural systems to reduce discomfort, improve quality of life, and support emotional health.

Acupuncture can reduce many symptoms related to menopause and perimenopause. Our patients often report improved sleep, mood, and vitality within just a few sessions.

We commonly help with:

• Hot flushes and night sweats

• Insomnia or broken sleep

• Mood swings and irritability

• Anxiety or low mood

• Irregular or heavy periods during perimenopause

• Vaginal dryness or discomfort

• Fatigue and low energy

• Poor memory or mental fog

• Muscle or joint aches

• Headaches or migraines

• Digestive changes

• Loss of libido

• Skin dryness or thinning

Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body to restore balance, calm the nervous system, and encourage the body to self-regulate. For menopause and perimenopause, this means supporting the endocrine system, improving circulation, and reducing inflammation.

Key benefits include:

• Regulation of estrogen and progesterone levels

• Calming the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis

• Enhancing sleep and mood-regulating neurotransmitters

• Reducing cortisol and stress hormones

• Improving blood flow to the brain, uterus, and adrenal glands

Each treatment is tailored to your symptoms, cycle stage, and overall health profile.

The hormonal changes during menopause can affect emotional resilience and self-confidence. Acupuncture provides more than physical symptom relief — it offers a calming space to reconnect with your body and navigate this chapter with greater clarity.

By calming the nervous system, many women experience:

• Improved emotional stability

• Better sleep quality

• Reduced anxiety

• Increased mental clarity

• A greater sense of calm and control

We are here to listen and support, without judgment or pressure.

Not everyone wants to use Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and some cannot due to medical reasons. Acupuncture is a safe, drug-free option for symptom relief and works well on its own or alongside other medical treatments.

We may also offer additional guidance such as:

• Nutrition tips to support hormone regulation

• Herbal recommendations when appropriate

• Lifestyle advice to improve energy and sleep

• Simple movement or breathwork practices to reduce stress

At Advantage Acupuncture, we specialise in women’s health and understand the complexity of hormonal transitions. You’ll be cared for by experienced practitioners who provide:

• Personalised care at every stage of perimenopause or menopause

• Safe, supportive treatment plans

• Calm and comfortable spaces across Auckland

• Collaboration with other professionals if needed

• Flexible scheduling options to fit your life

You deserve to feel supported during this transition. We’re here to help.

Take a step toward hormonal balance and emotional wellbeing. Our team is here to help you manage menopause naturally and confidently.

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