A Guide to Starting Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
If you have made the decision to start taking HRT, you may have more questions about this. For example, how will you feel and what should you look out for? This guide explains what you can expect and answers some commonly asked questions. When should I start taking my HRT? Estrogen If you are still […]
Understanding the Different Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
While the increased awareness of menopause in recent years is no doubt helpful, there can be so much information about treatments that it is overwhelming at times to understand what is right for you. The more you read about HRT, the more confusing it can be to understand all the different medications and make a […]
Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM): Symptoms, Changes, and Treatment Options
What is it? The term Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) was introduced in 2014 to replace older term such as vulvovaginal atrophy and atrophic vaginitis. Atrophy means “wasting away” – no one wants to think that any part of the body is wasting away, let alone the vulva, vagina and bladder! The term was used […]
Vaginal Dryness in Menopause: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments
Vaginal Dryness Vaginal dryness is a common symptom experienced by women in the perimenopause and menopause. However, as a result of embarrassment, it is rarely openly discussed and is often left untreated. Unlike the earlier symptoms of the menopause, the hot flushes and night sweats, the vaginal dryness caused by the lack of estrogen will […]
Revitalising Your Sex Life: Tips for Menopause
There are many reasons why your sex life might suffer during perimenopause and menopause and it’s not as simple as the drop in libido you may have heard about. Whether you feel like having sex – and how much you enjoy it – depends on many factors and there is usually no single magic solution […]
Understanding Mood Changes in Perimenopause and Menopause
It is very common for women to experience changes to their mood and emotional wellbeing during the perimenopause and menopause. Subtle changes can emerge slowly and often be one of the first signs of the perimenopause. Although changes to your mood and emotional wellbeing can be very unsettling at times, there are plenty of ways […]
Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause
Anxiety Anxiety is common in the perimenopause and menopause. Anxiety is a normal human response; it is the way that the body prepares to deal with a threat and is designed to keep us safe. However, it can become a problem when this becomes excessive. This can take the form of a severe response to […]
Navigating Brain Fog: Cognitive Changes in Perimenopause and Menopause
Impairments of memory, concentration and thinking are often described as ‘brain fog’ and this can be common during the perimenopause and menopause. For some women, a change in cognitive abilities is unsettling and may lead to worries about the possibility of dementia or other conditions relating to the brain. Although brain fog can be debilitating […]
Managing Sleep Disturbances During Menopause: Tips and Treatments
Sleep disturbance is a common symptom experienced by women in the perimenopause and menopause. Night sweats, a need to get up to pass urine, anxiety and an over-active mind can all disrupt sleep leading to tiredness, poor concentration and impaired memory. Combined with midlife concerns and worries about family, friends, elderly relatives and work, it […]
The Importance of Exercise During Perimenopause and Menopause
Staying physically active is one of the best things you can do for your body during the perimenopause, menopause and beyond. But for many of us, it’s often the hardest healthy lifestyle measure to fit into our busy lives on a regular basis. Find out why exercise matters, what type of activities are good at […]
