E120: The Environmental Domain of Perimenopause

The environment shapes more than the world around us. From air quality and chemical exposures to workplace conditions and early life experiences, the environments we live in can influence when and how we experience perimenopause.

In the environmental domain of perimenopause, Kirtly Jones, MD, and Katie Ward, PhD, explore the many ways our surroundings shape the menopausal transition. They examine how environmental factors may influence reproductive aging, discuss practical strategies for creating more supportive home and workplace environments, and consider how stigma, social inequities, and misinformation can make perimenopause more difficult to navigate. The conversation also highlights the importance of evidence-based information and compassionate environments that help women manage this normal stage of life with confidence rather than fear.