Estrogen Explained: 3 Powerful Roles You Should Know
18 October 2025
Estrogen. I thought I ‘knew’ about this very female hormone but my knowledge, as it turns out, has been very limited. Like most of us, I’ve been aware estrogen is
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Headaches During Menopause? Here’s Why and What Helps
10 October 2025
Headaches. They’re a headache aren’t they? My humble apologies for the corny joke 😉. I know headaches are no laughing matter and I also know a lot of you are experiencing them
The Eagle and Her Change of Life: A Menopause Metaphor
1 October 2025
Did you know that in some ways we’re similar to the eagle? It surprised me, but I recently discovered the eagle is one of the longest living birds, with a
Why Do Hot Flushes or Hot Flashes Happen in Menopause?
18 August 2025
Body temperature fluctuations? Hot flushes? Today, we’re diving into one of the peskiest menopause signs. Biochemist Peter Lehrke explains the science. Hot flushes are worth knowing about. Why? Because they
Osteoporosis: Why Strong Bones Are So Important At Post-Menopause
17 July 2025
Today we’re going to talk about bones. And more specifically osteoporosis, because it’s something we all need to know about. Especially if we’re in pre-, peri- or post-menopause. If there’s
How Menopause Messes With Mood and Mental Health
25 June 2025
Did you know that thousands of women suffer from mental health challenges during the meno years? The numbers are high, well over the 50% for issues like anxiety and depression. According
MenoMe®: The Unforgettable Story Inspiring Strength in Every Woman
16 May 2025
The Untold Story of MenoMe® – a Menopause Brand Built by Women, for Women From near-closure to renewed purpose, discover the raw, real story behind MenoMe® – by women, for
Bloating, Gas & Poop Problems In Menopause? Here’s Why…
11 April 2025
Gut Feelings 💙 Q: I’ve got diarrhoea, could it be related to menopause? A: Yes, it could be. If you’re in pre-*, peri- or post-menopause and your gut’s playing up,
Menopause or Pregnancy? How to Tell the Difference Fast
27 January 2025
Pregnant or menopausal? I know right? But the 40s can be a time of either possibility if you don’t practise birth control. As we’ve said in other stories such as
Battling Menopausal Weight Gain: The Surprising Link Between Insulin and Belly Fat
15 January 2025
Menopausal weight gain often stems from hormone shifts – but not just the ones you’d expect. Estrogen and progesterone tend to steal the spotlight during perimenopause and post-menopause – and
Menopause and Men: A Heartfelt Letter To My Male Partner
18 September 2024
Dear You, I need to talk to you about something I’m going through. It’s called menopause. And it’s making me experience all sorts of symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats
Did You Know? Your Girlfriends Are Good For Your Health
11 September 2024
There’s an old saying ‘you can’t pick your relatives’ – you know that one right? It’s soooo true, but let’s not go there. The good news is that we can
Think Menopause Is All About Estrogen? Think Again
30 August 2024
Are you feeling irritable, crazy, sluggish, unmotivated, depressed, uptight or chubby? We hear you! Indeed, if you’ve landed here I’m guessing you’re older than 40. What’s more, I’ll wager that
What Age Does Menopause Start?
28 August 2024
If we could answer the question – what age does menopause start? – life would be very different for millions of women! But it’s a super-important question because it affects
How Long Do The Menopause Years Last?
21 August 2024
How long does menopause last? So, how long’s a piece of string! Sorry, but it’s kinda how it rolls. And just to be clear when we talk about ‘the meno years’
8 Questions We’re Most Asked About Perimenopause And Post-Menopause
14 August 2024
We get lots of questions from you about peri/menopause so we’ve put eight of the most asked together. 1. What’s the difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause? Most people, even
How To Have Fabulous Skin After The Age Of 40
3 July 2024
Great skin after age 40? Yes! As we enter the meno years, along with the mood swings and hot flushes can come massive changes in your skin. The drop in
7 Unexpected Ways My Life Has Changed After 50 (blessings and unknowns)
24 April 2024
Turning 50 heralds the beginning of a new life stage for women. Indeed, it’s the point when our fertile years come to an end, and we move on to the
3 Powerful Signs That Point To You Being In Perimenopause
20 March 2024
Perimenopause. Aka peri. The lead-up to menopause is a time of confusion for many women. Because we’re woefully uneducated about the third part of our reproductive process. Indeed, I’m referring
Summer, Stress and Menopause
6 December 2023
Summer and stress? Yes indeed, you did read that right. Most of us love summer, the longer days, the balmy nights. But if you’re in your menopausal years, the summer
Menopause & Your Heart: 9 Insights You’ll Want To Live Your Life By
4 October 2023
Heart disease is the biggest killer of women in the world and accounts for 35 percent of female deaths. And women in post-menopause are particularly vulnerable to heart disease. Eek! I know, right?
7 Powerful Facts Everybody Should Know About Menopause
7 June 2023
While the menopause conversation is opening up about menopause (hurrah!), decades of mystery have surrounded it. Consequently, lots of women have had more questions than answers. Not only that, historically
How Is Perimenopause Diagnosed? Are There Reliable Tests?
26 October 2022
So many women ask us “how is perimenopause diagnosed?” And “is there a [reliable] test for perimenopause?” Because after all, how are you supposed to know if you’re in perimenopause?
9 Ways To Take Care Of Your Mood & Cognition | World Menopause Day
12 October 2022
Shining a light on mood, cognition and brain fog. Every year WMD falls on October 18. It was established in 1984 alongside World Menopause Month by the World Health Organisation
