Life begins at forty: A woman's guide to thriving in a new decade

Life begins at forty: A woman's guide to thriving in a new decade (Photo: iStock)

Ever felt like your body was rewriting its own rules? With a mix of physical sensations and emotional surprises, your forties can feel like a whirlwind. From sudden hot flashes that feel like your own personal summer to unexplained cravings, your body starts to speak a new language.

Add to this fatigue, mood swings and a sense of unpredictability and it's clear: something transformative is happening. These signs may seem mysterious, but they're often the body's way of signalling the start of perimenopause - a natural transition that prepares women for menopause and a new phase of life.