I'm Your Peri Godmother

The go-to guide for navigating perimenopause with confidence, clarity, and a healthy dose of humor—featuring Shelly Horton’s powerful story and expert insights from leading voices including Dr. Louise Newson, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Dr. Kelly Casperson, and Dr. Ginni Mansberg.


Journalist and health advocate Shelly Horton always thought menopause was something that happened later—just a few hot flashes and the end of periods. But when her hormones turned her world upside down, landing her in the ICU, she realized she was in the thick of perimenopause—and had never been taught what that actually meant. Now, she's breaking the silence around this stage of life and equipping women everywhere with the tools to take back control.


I'm Your Peri Godmother combines Shelly’s candid, laugh-out-loud storytelling with expert-backed medical guidance, relatable case studies, and practical tips to help you feel informed, empowered, and less alone.


Inside you'll learn:

• What HRT is and how to decide if it’s right for you
• How to deal with night sweats, insomnia, brain fog, weight gain, heavy periods, and more
• What to do when peri anxiety or depression hits hard
• Which supplements are worth your money (and which are just expensive pee)
• Why your vaginal skin needs its own skincare routine
• How to advocate for support at work—and why it matters

Think of Shelly as your big sister, your straight-talking best friend, and yes—your very own peri godmother. She’s here to guide you through the chaos with warmth, wit, and evidence-based advice (minus the medical jargon).