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You’re burning up from the inside out. Your mood swings make others want to take cover. Sleeping through the night is a distant memory. And let’s not get started on the mysterious weight gain, achy joints and skin issues.

It’s not you — it’s probably perimenopause. And the symptoms, while incredibly common, are disruptive to your work life, your home life and your overall sanity.

You are not alone.

MESSA is here for you with resources to support you during this transformative time of life.

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Key phases of midlife

Perimenopause

  • Typically begins in mid to late 40s, but can start as early as your 30s.
  • Characterized by fluctuating hormone levels and irregular periods.

Menopause

  • The average age for U.S. women is around 51.
  • It’s confirmed when menstrual periods have stopped for 12 months + 1 day.

SUPPORT FOR MESSA MEMBERS

Hinge Health

Hinge Health

Hinge Health is a digital clinic that gives you access to a personalized exercise program and care team — and it offers a menopause care program.

Hinge Health care teams provide personalized, clinical support to address menopause symptoms so you can:

  • Alleviate joint pain and hot flashes
  • Reduce pelvic pain and improve overall pelvic health
  • Strengthen bones
  • Improve sleep quality and lower stress levels

This is a free benefit for MESSA members and covered dependents ages 18 and older.

Ovia Health

Ovia Health

The Ovia Health app connects you with health coaches who are certified menopause practitioners, providing personalized guidance and support.

With the Ovia Health app, you can:

  • Track menopause symptoms over time to help establish trends
  • Access a library of menopause-related content written by experts
  • Find resources to support your mental, physical and professional needs

This is a free benefit for MESSA members and covered dependents.

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Thriving Through Menopause is a free, five-week series created for MESSA members and covered dependents who are navigating perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

Led by MESSA Health Promotion Consultant Rhonda Jones, you get expert guidance, connect with others having the same experiences, and learn how MESSA benefits can help support your body and mind.

The series focuses on evidence-based lifestyle interventions that can help:

  • Relieve common menopause and midlife symptoms
  • Reduce chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes
  • Boost metabolic health
  • Improve energy and quality of life

Due to the popularity of this topic, Thriving Through Menopause filled up quickly and registration is closed.

Thriving Through Menopause Waitlist

Add your name to our waiting list and we will notify you when a future session is available.

Find a menopause-certified provider

Finding a highly-qualified provider with the right expertise matters to ensure you get the best midlife care that you can.

  • The Menopause Society is a great resource for finding a menopause-certified provider.
  • Providers earn this credential from The Menopause Society by taking an exam. They are required to keep up their credentials with The Menopause Society through continuing education or taking the exam every three years.
  • Always verify that a provider is in-network before you schedule an appointment. If a provider is not in-network, you will pay more out of pocket, and your claims will not count toward your deductible.
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Other virtual care options

As more women talk openly about their experiences with perimenopause and menopause, virtual health care platforms are emerging to meet their needs — and some of them accept insurance.

If you’re researching virtual care options, check with the platform to see if your MESSA health plan covers any visits or services before assuming you’ll pay out of pocket.