So far, pretty gentle here. I'm still in peri-menopause 3 months before my 50th birthday. Periods are closer together than they used to be (which I hate), so anytime between day 24 or so and day 28 and still lasting about 5-6 days each time. About as heavy as always. I did have a couple episodes of flooding many years ago, like late 30s, but haven't had that in ages. It is scary when it happens, as Crankin mentions.

As for hot flashes, mild ones infrequently so far. A few night sweats now and then, especially right before my period starts. Moodiness, no more than usual. I've been lucky and have never had severe PMS in my lifetime.

Now my memory...and waistline. Those are probably the things I miss the most! I weigh the same as at 41 but have no waist and more softness all around my belly, more love handles. And I'm definitely more forgetful. Not scary forgetful, but just more absent-minded.

I'm hoping I can just kind of segue into menopause gently with no severe symptoms. I'm ready to be free of "Aunt Flo" any time now. Not having to buy so many feminine supplies would help the budget too!