Perimenopause Fatigue: Why You're So Exhausted
Perimenopause fatigue comes from disrupted sleep (night sweats, insomnia), fluctuating hormones, and often overlapping thyroid issues. Prioritizing sleep, screening for thyroid problems, exercising, and managing stress help restore energy.
Fighting perimenopause exhaustion
Fatigue has multiple drivers that are all worth addressing.
- Prioritize sleep and address night sweats if they wake you.
- Screen for thyroid issues, which are common in perimenopause.
- Exercise even when tired—it builds energy over time.
- Manage stress and set boundaries to prevent burnout.
Track how you feel and spot the pattern
PhaseBloom logs your symptoms and mood against your cycle in seconds a day, so you can see which days hit hardest and prepare before they arrive.
Track how you feel and spot the pattern
PhaseBloom logs your symptoms and mood against your cycle in seconds a day, so you can see which days hit hardest and prepare before they arrive.
Frequently asked questions
Why am I so tired in perimenopause?
Disrupted sleep from night sweats and insomnia, hormone fluctuations, and sometimes thyroid issues all contribute. Fatigue is one of the most common perimenopause complaints.
Should I get my thyroid checked if I'm exhausted in perimenopause?
Yes. Thyroid problems are more common in perimenopause and cause similar fatigue. A simple blood test can rule it out or identify it for treatment.