Think of the stages as milestones in your hormone journey. Each one reflects how your cycle and hormone patterns are shifting over time:
- Reproductive Stage: Your periods are consistent and predictable, with hormones following a steady rhythm.
- Early Perimenopause: Periods still come monthly, but small changes in timing or flow are often the first signs of shifting estrogen, LH, and progesterone.
- Late Perimenopause: Cycles become more irregular, with bigger hormone swings that may bring symptoms like sleep changes, mood shifts, or heavier bleeding.
- Menopause Transition: You may go 60+ days without a period as ovulation slows, often paired with hot flashes, night sweats, or other classic menopause symptoms.
- Menopause: This is your final period, confirmed after 12 months without bleeding.
- Early Postmenopause: The first few years after your final period, when symptoms can feel most intense as your body adjusts to consistently lower hormone levels.
- Late Postmenopause: Hormones remain low and steady. Symptoms usually calm down, and the focus shifts to long-term health like bone strength, heart health, and cognitive wellness.
In the Oova app, you’ll see a deeper breakdown of your specific stage, including symptoms to watch for and care options to support you right now.