Ideal for women experiencing or approaching perimenopause, The New Perimenopause by Mary Claire Haver appeals to those seeking expert advice and empowerment. Fans of The Menopause Manifesto by Jen Gunter or The Wisdom of Menopause by Christiane Northrup will find it particularly engaging.

The New Perimenopause by Mary Claire Haver offers guidance for individuals experiencing perimenopause. It addresses hormonal changes, symptom management, and lifestyle adjustments to improve well-being. The book emphasizes evidence-based strategies and personal empowerment to navigate this transitional phase effectively.

**Dr. Mary Claire Haver**  
A board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and author, Dr. Haver is the primary voice advocating for a systemic understanding of perimenopause, linking it to broader health outcomes and promoting evidence-based menopause treatments.

**Dr. Vonda J. Wright**  
An orthopedic sports surgeon and researcher who coined the term "musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause," connecting hormonal changes to joint and muscle health, and promoting resistance training for women in midlife.

**Dr. Lisa Mosconi**  
A neuroscientist specializing in menopause's neurological impacts, providing evidence of how estrogen influences brain health and emphasizing early prevention strategies to maintain cognitive function.

**Dr. Natalie Crawford**  
A reproductive endocrinologist who provides guidance on fertility considerations during perimenopause, advising on treatments like IVF and highlighting the overlap with postpartum health for late-reproductive planners.

**Dr. Rachel S. Rubin**  
A urologist specializing in sexual medicine, who educates on women's sexual health during menopause and advocates for comprehensive care that includes libido and GSM management.

**Dr. Lauren F. Streicher**  
A menopause practitioner and medical director who models integrated care for midlife women, offering clinic-ready strategies for addressing sexual health and menopause-related concerns.

**Dr. Emily Nagoski**  
A sex educator and researcher whose work on desire and sexual well-being informs discussions on midlife libido, emphasizing understanding female desire through neuroscience and psychology.

**Dr. Avrum Bluming and Dr. Carol Tavris**  
Co-authors of Estrogen Matters, who challenge narratives around MHT, advocating for a balanced view of estrogen therapy's risks and benefits in menopause care.

**Dr. Kelly Casperson**  
A urologist and author who advocates for open conversations about women's sexual health, emphasizing anatomy-based education and dismantling shame associated with sexual dysfunction.

**Dr. Andrea H. Matsumura**  
A sleep medicine specialist who provides expertise on managing sleep disturbances during perimenopause, highlighting the importance of hormone-aware strategies for improving sleep health.

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Part 3: “Sex, Pregnancy, and Periods in Perimenopause”

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Part 4: “A Window of Opportunity (for Prevention)”

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The New Perimenopause: An Evidence-Based Guide to Surviving the Zone of Chaos and Feeling Like Yourself Again

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