For a hormonal change that approximately 50% of the world’s population is likely to undergo, we’re still continuing to build viable and clarified bodies of research when it comes to menopause. Despite menopause’s ubiquity and commonality, no two of those experiences are the same. The way each individual experiences menopause is defined by many unique and personal factors, including existing health conditions, hormone levels, lifestyle factors, and more.  One of these significant factors includes our weight, with clear correlations between weight levels and hormonal fluctuations. Research ..read more

Is your go-to move at the end of a long day to reach for a glass of wine? We’re not here to tell you it’s time to put down the drink for good – but we are here to explore non-alcoholic options that can help to nourish your body during menopause. This major moment of transition is different for each of us, with all kinds of changes introducing themselves to our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Maintaining and refining a healthy lifestyle is one of the most powerful tools we have when it comes to creating ease whenever possible throughout menopause. For some of us, that may mean it’s ..read more

Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? Sure, it’s the time of year where we’re often busy with Easter plans and long weekends – but perhaps more importantly, it’s an opportunity for each of us to pause, take stock, and evaluate our relationship with stress. This Stress Awareness Month, we’re making the most of this focus by finding new ways to incorporate self-care into our menopausal journey. Whether stress is a regular part of your daily rhythm or it only occurs every now and then, there are many ways we can limit its presence in our life, and enjoy the peace that results instea ..read more

It’s a busy month here at the Australian Menopause Centre, with April’s global focus on World Health Awareness Day. This global health awareness event is one way we can work together to build healthier, fairer outcomes for all of us, no matter which part of the world we call home. While there are plenty of health concerns and considerations that all deserve our time and energy, menopause is one health experience that’s likely to be experienced by more than half of the world’s population.  Even with such commonality in this experience, there are, sadly, still significant gaps in menopause ..read more

Menopause can be a little like a rollercoaster ride you don’t remember buying a ticket for – and one you’re ready for the end of long before it arrives. With all kinds of changes accompanying its arrival (including hot flushes, problems with sleep patterns, and constantly changing moods), all manner of lifestyle choices can come under scrutiny. What may have been a common habit before menopause won’t necessarily serve you anymore, and that can, unfortunately, include your regular cups of coffee throughout the day.  While coffee can provide a relied-upon energy boost, its potential impact ..read more

Hot flushes, mood swings… and heart health? While everyone’s focused on some of the more classic menopause symptoms, there’s a hidden risk lurking right beneath the surface: increased vulnerability to heart disease (also known as cardiovascular disease). During menopause, the risk of health issues for smokers doubles, making quitting their addiction a top priority for their overall well-being. The interplay between smoking, menopause and cardiovascular disease (CVD) isn’t at the forefront of our collective knowledge, but it should be. With almost 20 Australian women on average dying per day d ..read more

Seven Essential Tips for Midlife Women By Gina Mitchell In this complex world, learning to say no gracefully is a vital skill, especially for midlife women. Traditionally, women ‘do it all’ from balancing family, career, and personal aspirations and it can be overwhelming and exhausting. I’m sure this will resonate with many of you. However, saying NO isn’t merely about declining; it’s about setting boundaries, maintaining self-respect, and preserving personal well-being. It does take practice because many of us suffer from people-pleasing behaviours which we learned as children and have been ..read more

Have you ever found yourself falling down a late-night Google rabbit hole of menopause symptoms, trying with all of your might to understand what’s ‘normal’ and what is cause for concern? Have you found the results have only confused you more? One factor that can make it all the more difficult to navigate menopause is the reality that no two women will share the same experience. From the age when menopause begins, through to the kinds of symptoms that are experienced daily, every menopause experience can drastically differ from the next.  On a day-to-day basis, that means it’s challengin ..read more

Looking for the cheat-sheet guide to menopause? It doesn’t exist, unfortunately. With every woman who goes through menopause experiencing something different to the next, no one pathway can be guaranteed. Individual experiences not only require individual treatments, but also a careful consideration of their overall lifestyle and health needs, identifying what needs to be managed within this constantly changing season. This is no more obvious than in the area of birth control and menopause. While it may seem like menopause, by nature, means there’s no longer a risk of pregnancy, the constant ..read more

As menopause makes its entrance, our familiarity with the profound impact of lifestyle choices on our health outcomes becomes increasingly evident, touching every aspect—physical, mental, and emotional. This transitional time brings even more changes into the mix that can create significant havoc for even the most attentive of women. While we’re all destined to go through menopause for ourselves, no two experiences are the same, with symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, and problems with achieving a great night’s sleep all mixed in to deliver a unique experience from woman to woman.&nb ..read more