Alex Jones, 49, has spoken openly about experiencing perimenopause rage, admitting she initially felt in denial about the condition. The One Show presenter shared her thoughts on the Dig It podcast with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball.

Jones, who has three children with her husband Charlie Thomson—Teddy, nine, Kit, seven, and Annie, four—suggested that having her youngest child at age 44 might have influenced her symptoms. "Am I perimenopausal yet, I think I am slightly in denial," Jones said. "I suppose I had my youngest child at 44 and so I don't know whether my body is confused because I have tricked it into thinking that it's younger than it is because I haven't really had any symptoms." However, she recalled a recent incident where she threw a carton of milk across the kitchen, stating, "The rage has started."

Perimenopause is described as the transitional phase before menopause, characterized by fluctuating estrogen levels, irregular periods, and various physical or emotional symptoms. It typically begins in a person's mid-40s and continues for several years until 12 consecutive months pass without a menstrual period.

Jones expressed gratitude for the increasing public discussion around perimenopause, noting, "Thankfully, and I think this is brilliant, we are talking about it more and more now." She also pondered whether she should consider Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

In other reflections, Jones mentioned that her husband, Charlie, had considered moving back to New Zealand early in their relationship. The couple celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary last year. Jones expressed pride in making their marriage work and gratitude that Charlie chose to stay in the UK. "I feel proud that Charlie and I made our marriage work," she stated. "When we were first dating, there was a question mark over whether he'd go back to New Zealand, but he decided to stay. I'm grateful he did that for me and that we're able to raise our children here."

Looking ahead to her 50th birthday next year, Jones also reflected on her decision to have children later in life, with her first child born when she was 41. "I feel like I had kids at the right time," she said. "I'm a big fatalist and think that what's meant for you will come your way. I forget that sometimes, and I have moments when I'm like, 'Why didn't it happen sooner?' but I think things happen when you're ready."

She recalled that she and Charlie had traveled and bought a house before starting their family, feeling they were in a good place. Jones also shared appreciation for the chaotic energy of raising young children, stating, "I think, 'Imagine if it was quiet in the house?' The noise and the pace and the rhythm of it is what makes you feel vital and alive. I appreciate it so much."