"Cougar Puberty": How One Woman Redefines Perimenopause

"Cougar Puberty": A New Perspective on Perimenopause Gains Traction A recent viral video by content creator "simplythrivewithlisa" is sparking conversations about perimenopause, offering a humorous and relatable take on the often-challenging life stage. In the video, the creator shares a term she recently encountered: "cougar puberty." "I just heard the best term today for perimenopause, and I had to share it with you," she states, explaining, "I feel like I'm going through puberty, but with a whole bunch of different symptoms, and I feel like I'm going crazy." The creator expresses that hearing this term was a "light bulb" moment for her, helping her feel better about her own experiences. The video, uploaded from Canada, has garnered significant attention, with over 83,000 views and thousands of likes, indicating a widespread resonance with her message. While the video primarily offers a personal anecdote, it highlights the desire for more open and relatable discussions around perimenopause, a topic that many women navigate.

The Independent

Perimenopause is being given a rebrand: Meet ‘cougar puberty’

Women have declared this the ‘best term’ for perimenopause