Perimenopause can affect women in different ways, start at different times, and last for varying lengths, but it transforms us all. How many women prepare themselves consciously and physically for this transition? How many even understand what is happening when all of a sudden life-as-usual isn't working anymore?

Our mothers lacked the understanding and support to move through perimenopause in a healthy way. As a culture, we are starting to talk about it more, but we still lack the proper support that would make this time in a woman's life truly empowering.

In this 5-part series, April Coburn will present perimenopause through the lens of empowerment and transformation. We will talk about the physical changes, yes, but we will also talk about the psychological changes that are so often ignored. April will present lifestyle strategies that make for an easier transition, my favorite herbal allies for symptom relief and support, and inner practices that are so important. 

Class 1: Introduction/definitions/the stories we tell... this class sets the stage for beginning to think about menopause in a more empowering way

Class 2: Foundations... diet and lifestyle strategies for a smoother transition

Class 3: Herbal Allies... herbs and formulas that can help with symptoms and foundations

Class 4: Inner Practices... looking at the psychological effects of perimenopause and personal practices that can empower this transition

Class 5: Post-menopausal wellness, including diet, lifestyle, and herbal strategies specific to the unique challenges of life after menopause

Each class will be 3 hours long with a short break. There will be space held for sharing, as telling our stories is an important part of this journey.

This class is for you if...

• You are in the middle of perimenopause and want to have a better understanding of what is happening and some strategies to make the transition easier

• You are approaching perimenopause and want to be prepared 

• You are post-menopausal and want to have a better understanding of what you went through and how to move forward consciously for physical and mental/emotional well-being.

Location: Areté’s newly renovated barn studio in historic Unionville, PA (near Kennett Square — exact location will be given once registered for privacy reasons because this is a residential property)

Class Schedule: Class will meet every other week, January through early March.

Dates:

FRIDAY MORNING:

Friday, Jan. 10th
Friday, Jan. 24th
Friday, Feb. 7th
Friday, Feb. 21st
Friday, March 7th

*If there is enough demand, a Thursday morning OR Saturday morning session will be added. Please send Lauren an email at lauren@areteherbs.com to be added to the waitlist. Make sure to specify if Thursday or Saturday (or both) works for you.*

Class Time: Fridays 9AM-12PM

Student Max: 8 per session

Tuition Options:

$360 Perimenopause Crash Course ONLY — This is the ticket page for this option.

$648 Perimenopause Crash Course AND Women’s Health Series BUNDLE PACKAGE (10% SAVINGS) — If you’d like to register for both courses, please follow these links:

WOMEN’S WEEKEND BUNDLE: PAY IN FULL OPTION

WOMEN’S WEEKEND BUNDLE: PAYMENT PLAN OPTION

Please note that classes are non-refundable.

About Your Instructor:

April Coburn is a clinical herbalist living and working in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. She has studied foundational herbalism with Rosemary Gladstar and Susan Hess, and clinical herbalism with Ashley Litecky Elenbaas, Thomas Easley, and Mel Kasting. In addition, April has completed herbal hydrosol and alchemy of menopause courses with Cathy Skipper, and advanced medicine making with Lisa Ganora. April teaches foundational and advanced herbal medicine-making courses and formulates handcrafted herbal medicine for clients through her private apothecary.

April specializes in working with women to help them navigate the peri and post-menopause experience. She believes this natural transition can be an empowering and healthful experience when we enter into it consciously and with useful tools to help us along the way. 

Please provide your primary email address when registering! All students will receive a welcome email, so keep an eye out!

For more information or questions, contact: Lauren@areteherbs.com

By registering for this class, you consent to possible photo and video use in our marketing and social media content.

What past students have said about the program:

“The Perimenopause course is informative and enlightening for women going through it and practitioners who help women going through this time of great change!”

“As a post-menopausal woman, I found this course empowering in helping me to put the physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences of the past 10 years of my life into perspective, and providing a new framework and practical tools through which to increase my overall wellness and move forward into my elder years with hope and joy!” Linda Soffer

“This course was a beautiful balance of how to take care of the whole person. It also normalized the perimenopause journey as a part of our journey and that there are some good things in this journey. It was a wonderfully informative program and I highly recommend.”

“This class should be taken by every woman before starting this hormonal journey! April delivers a wealth of knowledge in a manner easy to receive. The openness of the class helps you realize you are not alone in this crazy road to becoming your own versions of a crone!”

“This course is so valuable for understanding and finding support through perimenopause. April helped me to let go of old stories and dread about this transition, and create new stories and find a way to welcome the gifts of this transition.”

“April’s perimenopause course was so valuable to me! I feel every woman should take this course. She speaks on issues we all face throughout our lives and we’re never told how everyone else goes through it too. The advice on how to lower cortisol should be taken at every stage of our lives. Since taking this course I have used the information to help my 19 year old with her cycle as well as myself. I highly recommend every woman or supporter of women take this course.”

“April is clearly passionate about the topic, and her desire to empower other women through this transition shines throughout the contents of the Perimenopause Crash Course. Her course is packed with info on lifestyle strategies, inner practices, and herbal allies that one can use to help with the physical, mental, and spiritual concerns of perimenopause. It reinforced for me that I am not alone in what I am dealing with throughout this process of change and that there are practical tools available to make this process go much smoother for me. I am very pleased that I took this course with April.”

“I am so happy I took this course. It left me feeling more knowledgeable, confident and excited about entering the next phase of my life. April describes it as "giving birth to yourself." That has really stuck with me. The information provided in this course is VITAL for all women no matter what their age! So grateful to learn.” Melissa Shinkle