We’re left out of clinical research,
medical training, and therefore left totally in the dark for half of our lives.
I’m on a mission to change this.
As of 2025, 54 million women in the US are in menopause. And yet, as Harvard Medical School states,
less than 1% of preclinical aging studies consider menopause despite findings that over 75 percent of age-related diseases are influenced by menopause.
A recent survey of women under 40 found that 80% had
little to no knowledge of menopause, with a second survey
finding that 90% of postmenopausal women were never
taught about menopause.
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Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan
Portland Menopause Doc
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This is The Dusty Muffins, where menopause meets sisterhood and strength!
Three menopause specialists unite to inspire, empower, and uplift you through the wild ride of menopause and perimenopause. We’re here to answer your burning questions, educate, and advocate with a touch of humor and a lot of heart.
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The Four Phases of Ovarian Transition
“Am I menopausal?”
phase 1
Reproductive
Generally regular periods and cyclic hormonal changes, from your first period onwards
phase 2
Perimenopause
Hot flashes, night sweats,
mood swings, vaginal
dryness & fatigue are all
felt about 5 years before
menopause
phase 3
Menopause
Is one day. It is when a
woman has not had a
menstrual period for 12
consecutive months,
typically between 45 to 55
years of age
phase 4
Postmenopause
From the day of
menopause onwards for the
remainder of her life
(which can last 30-40
years!)
Take the MenoDecoder quiz to connect the dots and reveal whether your symptoms
are related to perimenopause, and tips to help manage your menopause journey.
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