08/28/2026
Blood pressure often doesn’t cause obvious symptoms, which means changes can be easy to miss if you aren’t checking it.
And during the menopause transition, heart health deserves more attention.
As estrogen levels change through perimenopause and menopause, changes in blood vessels, metabolism, and other cardiovascular risk factors can contribute to an increased risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease as women age.
That’s why knowing your blood pressure matters.
It gives you an important piece of information about your cardiovascular health and can help identify changes that are worth discussing with your healthcare provider.
This isn’t about becoming anxious over every number. It’s about knowing your numbers, understanding your individual risk factors, and making sure heart health is part of the conversation during midlife.
I’ve written a new blog that breaks down the connection between menopause and blood pressure in plain language, along with practical information to help you better understand and protect your cardiovascular health.
And if you’re navigating other changes during perimenopause or menopause — whether that’s sleep, hot flashes, mood changes, weight changes, or questions about your long-term health — you don’t have to piece everything together from conflicting information online.
Kim Hand is a Registered Nurse and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) based in Claresholm, Alberta, helping women better understand perimenopause, menopause, and their health with personalized, evidence-based care.
Book a session with Kim to create a personalized plan based on your symptoms, health history, and individual needs:
https://kim-hand.themamacoach.com/booknow/
Not local? We can connect you with a Mama Coach in your community:
https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/
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