Fluctuating hormones. Completely new physical experiences. Changes to your mood, mental health, and emotional sense of self. In the midst of menopause’s many changes, what kind of tools can you reach for to find a sense of balance? If you are experiencing any of the above, this is where yoga and Pilates both take centre stage. Providing significant benefits to menopausal women who are experiencing new challenges to their ability to balance their health and wellbeing, yoga and Pilates can both offer a sustainable and natural pathway to balancing your hormones and health. These exercise forms ar ..read more

Do you ever feel like menopause is surrounded by far more uncertainty and mystery than it should be? Considering this is an experience half the population will have, it’s surprising how many gaps in information, knowledge, and access remain for Australian women in our modern age. Menopause marks the end of a woman’s fertile years and her menstrual cycles – but it also marks the beginning of a new chapter, one which can be highly rewarding for many. By demystifying the menopausal experience, we can each stand to benefit from an improved understanding of what we’re likely to experience ourselves ..read more

Going through menopause can be a challenging time for many women. As you navigate through the bustling demands of daily life—balancing work, family commitments, financial responsibilities, and more—the hormonal transition that comes with menopause may introduce additional stressors. This transition can manifest in discomforts like hot flushes, frequent mood swings, and disrupted sleep patterns. Amidst this whirlwind, with forgotten chores and grocery runs, these symptoms can further create challenges. When you’re pulled in a million directions, menopause symptoms can feel like the last straw ..read more

Is this a familiar scenario? It’s finally the end of a long day. You’re snuggled into your fresh pyjamas. There are clean sheets on the bed, and you’re cosied in, ready to drift off for the night…… only to be hit by a hot flush, putting all ideas of a calm sleep on hold. Does this sound like you? If you’re one of the 80,000 Australian women entering into pre-menopause this year, experiencing menopause-related disruptions to your sleep may be a new and unwelcome experience. While this is a natural phase in a woman’s life, the many changes this brings ..read more

If you’re at the starting line of your menopausal experience, one of the most burning questions you may have is ‘when will this end?’. Unfortunately, there’s not much that can be guaranteed during menopause, including how individual symptoms will impact each of us individually.  The actual timeline that menopause follows for each individual is impossible to predict, but by understanding what’s likely to occur at each key menopausal milestone, you can give yourself additional support for navigating its uncertainties.  (We also recommend sharing this information with your close friends ..read more

Which camp do you fall into – team meat-lover or team plant-powered? Whether you eat meat in your diet or you’ve followed a vegan diet for decades, building more plant-based meals into your diet throughout menopause is one fantastic way to provide your body with the highest quality of nutritional support.  This moment of transition isn’t just a biological change, but a period when a woman’s body requires even more nutritional intentionality than before in an effort to balance the hormonal shifts menopause brings along with it. Plant-based diets have long been celebrated for their nutritio ..read more

No matter our age, appropriate exercise remains one of the most powerful tools we have in keeping our bodies active, healthy, and strong. This is particularly true for menopausal women, who may find that other health and wellbeing measures require a new approach as a result of menopause’s changes. Regular exercise is a cornerstone in the successful management of menopausal symptoms, helping to reduce their severity and support longevity in the midst of fluctuating hormonal changes. This natural biological process can throw all kinds of curveballs when it comes to managing wellness – by keeping ..read more

If you’ve ever been told that you’ll inevitably struggle with extra weight gain throughout menopause, it’s time to separate the facts from the rumours.  While it’s a common experience for women to begin to gain weight during perimenopause (which is the first stage of menopause), there are numerous ways that this can be minimised and controlled through careful monitoring and proactive management techniques. With varying triggers for menopausal weight gain, it’s important to take a look at your individual risk factors. An awareness of your personal circumstances, health history, and any lif ..read more

The beginning of menopause is more difficult to identify for some women than others, but when menopause is truly in place, there’s clear evidence: the end of your period. Without that same kind of definitive marker, how can you tell if menopause has come to an end? Knowing whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause or postmenopause is important to receiving the most appropriate forms of care and treatment, with each stage requiring different kinds of support. By understanding the signs and signals that mark the end of menopause, you can know what to look for when it comes to continuing to ..read more

Ciao from the enchanting city of Rome! As my husband, Pete, and I soak in the rich history and vibrant culture of Italy, I can’t help but reflect on the joys of traveling after midlife. I am finding that it is a totally different experience to traveling when I was younger.     With two weeks in the UK already under my belt, including visits to London, the Midlands, and North Wales, this journey has revealed how the second act of life offers a uniquely enriching travel experience. I am now looking forward to the next 4 weeks of travel ..read more