Ever wake up drenched in sweat, wondering if your body’s playing tricks on you? Or maybe your mood swings feel like an emotional rollercoaster with no off switch. Could these be signs of menopause creeping in? If you’re in your 40s or 50s, these subtle (or not-so-subtle) changes might be your body’s way of signaling a new chapter. Menopause affects over 50 million women worldwide each year, yet its signs often catch us off guard. Ready to uncover the nine surprising signals that you might be in menopause? Let’s dive in and see what’s really going on with your body. But first, why do these changes feel so overwhelming?