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Moms find unexpected community around perimenopause struggles
NBC 5 Chicago • • health
Key Points:
- Tina Janczura Dasilva created the book "My Perimenopause Parade" in 2026 to use humor and relatable animal characters to depict the emotional and physical challenges women face during perimenopause.
- Perimenopause, the transitional phase before menopause, involves symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, brain fog, and sleep disturbances as estrogen levels decline.
- Dasilva and Amy Fontana, both experiencing perimenopause, have fostered a supportive community for women through events and group chats, helping to reduce isolation around these symptoms.
- Attendees like Andrea Brogle have found practical solutions for symptoms by seeking functional medical care and lifestyle adjustments inspired by the community and Dasilva's work.
- The initiative highlights the importance of solidarity and open conversation in reframing perimenopause from a taboo topic to a shared, compassionate experience.
