Research-Backed Insights for Women Navigating Midlife Transitions
Evidence-based articles on perimenopause brain fog, midlife mental health, and the science behind how women process change. Because understanding what's happening in your body and mind isn't just validating—it's the foundation for moving forward on your terms.
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Every article here is grounded in peer-reviewed research and written for women who want to understand the why behind what they're experiencing. No wellness fluff. No productivity pressure. Just validated science translated into clarity.
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Why Midlife Transitions Require a Different Kind of Support
Midlife can feel like a crossroads—full of invisible pressures, shifting roles, and a ...
You're holding it all together, but beneath the surface something feels off. You're in the overlooked middle—not in crisis, but not thriving. Here are...
If you've been standing in your kitchen, staring at the coffee maker, completely forgetting what you came for, you're not alone. Brain fog affects 75%...
Experienced women are leaving leadership roles in record numbers, and it's costing organizations billions. Yet the real story—how menopause symptoms d...
Two-thirds of midlife divorces involve untreated menopause symptoms, yet most couples have no idea hormonal changes are affecting their relationship. ...
Brain fog during perimenopause is real, measurable, and—most importantly—treatable. Research shows that with proper intervention, 70-85% of women expe...
That cloudy, disconnected feeling that makes even simple reflection exercises feel impossible? It's more common than you think, especially for women i...
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Our StandardsEvery article published on Power of Little is grounded in peer-reviewed research from credible academic and medical sources. You won't find generic wellness advice, unsubstantiated claims, or quick fixes disguised as science.
What this means:
- Direct citations to published studies, medical journals, and reputable health organizations
- Transparent sourcing that allows you to verify claims yourself
- Research from institutions like Harvard Medical School, Mayo Clinic, JAMA, and Frontiers in Endocrinology
- Clear distinction between established research and emerging theories
- No cherry-picking data to support predetermined conclusions
What you won't find:
- Anecdotal evidence presented as fact
- Sponsored content masquerading as editorial
- Medical advice (we're not doctors—always consult your healthcare provider)
- Oversimplified solutions to complex hormonal changes
When we say "research shows," we mean it. When we don't have definitive research, we say that too.
This blog exists to help you understand what's actually happening in your body and mind during perimenopause and midlife transitions—with the same respect for evidence that you'd expect from your own research.
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