Menopause is a natural part of life, but for many women, it brings challenges. Hormonal changes can affect your energy, mood, sleep, metabolism, libido, and overall well-being. At Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we help women find relief from menopause symptoms and maintain stable hormone levels with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). This personalized approach aims to make this transition smoother and more manageable, so you can feel like yourself again.
What Is BHRT?
BHRT is a natural way to restore balance when your hormone levels decline due to aging or other factors. During menopause, your levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone change, which can impact how your body functions on a day-to-day basis. This treatment uses plant-based hormones that closely resemble the ones your body naturally produces. The most commonly used hormones include estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.
At Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we administer BHRT using hormone pellets. This method delivers a consistent dose over time, avoiding the highs and lows of daily dosing and helping your body maintain stable hormone levels.
Many women notice improvements in energy, mood, and memory. BHRT can ease menopause symptoms and help you feel energized again.
What Symptoms Can BHRT Help Improve?
While each woman’s experience with menopause is unique, BHRT often helps manage symptoms such as:
- Mood swings, irritability, or anxiety
- Fatigue and low energy
- Weight gain and metabolism issues
- Low libido and sexual dysfunction
- Muscle loss and decreased bone density
- Sleep disturbances and cognitive concerns
By targeting these areas, BHRT helps women regain a sense of stability and comfort during a time of significant change.
How Does BHRT Differ From Traditional HRT?
Traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) uses synthetic hormones derived from animal sources, which may not be absorbed as efficiently. BHRT’s plant-based formulation is designed to work in harmony with your body for a more natural experience. This similarity may make them easier for your body to absorb. BHRT provides a personalized, natural approach that many patients and providers prefer.
Why Are Pellets Our Preferred Hormone Delivery Method?
We use hormone pellets for their steady hormone levels and effectiveness. Placed under the skin, these tiny implants release hormones consistently over several months, gently alleviating common symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and mood swings.
What to Expect From BHRT at Willow
Your BHRT journey at Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness begins with a conversation to discuss the basics of hormone therapy, answer questions, and outline what to expect. After comprehensive lab tests, we will use the results to guide your treatment plan and make recommendations based on what your body needs.
During an in-person consultation, we review your results, medical history, and goals to ensure a comprehensive understanding of your needs. If you decide to move forward with pellet therapy, insertion can often be completed the same day. Pellets provide a steady release of hormones for several months, supporting consistent hormonal balance.
Follow-up appointments and blood tests enable us to monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed.
How Are Hormone Pellets Inserted?
Your comfort and well-being are our top priorities. Most BHRT appointments at Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness last between 30 and 60 minutes.
- Consultation & prep: We start by reviewing your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle. Lab results are discussed, and your hormone treatment plan is finalized.
- Pellet insertion prep: The pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, are usually placed in the hip or upper buttocks. The site is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic to ensure your comfort.
- Insertion: A small incision is made, and the pellets are inserted using a special device called a trocar. No stitches are needed. A sterile bandage is applied to protect the site.
- Aftercare & follow-up: The entire procedure takes just a few minutes. Most normal activities are okay afterward, but it’s best to avoid heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for a few days. Follow-up appointments allow us to monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments to maintain a regulated hormonal state.
Once in place, pellets release hormones over several months, helping your body maintain balance and support overall wellness.
What Are the Benefits of BHRT for Women?
BHRT can bring a wide range of benefits that improve quality of life. BHRT can support women through perimenopause and menopause by reducing hot flashes, improving sleep, and supporting overall wellness. Many women report:
- Increased energy and motivation
- More restful sleep and reduced night waking
- Improved mood and emotional stability
- Fewer hot flashes and night sweats
- Enhanced sexual wellness and libido
- Support for metabolism and maintaining a healthy weight
BHRT helps women regain lost vitality, reclaim energy for things they love, and feel more like themselves during menopause.
How Long Do Hormone Pellets Last?
Hormone pellets provide a steady dose for several months. Most women need reinsertion every three to four months. Since the pellets dissolve on their own, removal isn’t necessary. Follow-up appointments help us monitor your levels and schedule reinsertion appointments.
Is BHRT Right for You?
BHRT is most effective when it’s tailored to your individual body and hormone profile. Women who experience fatigue, mood changes, sleep disruption, hot flashes, or low libido are most likely to benefit. Our team at Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness is here to answer your questions and guide you toward a personalized plan that meets your needs.
You Deserve to Feel Like Yourself Again — BHRT Can Help
Menopause is natural, but hormone changes don’t have to control how you feel. BHRT can ease symptoms, stabilize your hormones, and get your system back on track. You deserve to feel healthy and vital at every stage of life.
At Willow Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we focus on helping you feel your best every day. If you want to explore BHRT during menopause, schedule a consultation. Our team will guide you each step so you can feel confident and supported. From answering questions to monitoring results, we’re here to make the process simple and reassuring.
