October 18 marks World Menopause Day, and this year’s theme of Lifestyle Medicine is a perfect match for the philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine. At Seven Points Wellness, we see menopause not as an ending but as the “Second Spring” -a time to nourish Yin, support balance, and embrace renewal.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a woman’s life is understood to move through a series of 7-year cycles. Each stage reflects a natural shift in hormones, energy, and vitality. These phases begin with the start of menstruation and continue through fertility, motherhood, perimenopause, and postmenopause. At the core of these changes is the flow of Kidney Qi and Blood, which guide development, reproduction, and aging. At Seven Points Wellness, we use this framework to support women through each stage with acupuncture, herbal medicine, and holistic care. Our goal is to help you feel balanced, nourished, and connected to your body through every chapter of life.

Perimenopause Are you aged over 45 and think that you could be in perimenopause due to a combination of signs and symptoms but because your period is still regular you really don’t know?