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Below are some useful tips and insights from the team here at Bristol Menopause, acknowledged industry experts and trusted advisors, which will hopefully trigger some thoughts or ideas.
31 Oct 2024
The Power of Journaling Through Menopause: Supporting Women Through Change
As we know menopause is a significant life transition for women, marked by hormonal changes that often bring physical, emotional, and mental challenges. From hot flushes to mood swings, sleep disturbances to shifts in identity, menopause affects every aspect of a woman’s life. While there are many tools to help women navigate this journey, one that is often overlooked but highly effective is journaling.
25 Oct 2024
Understanding Menopause Across Cultures: The Experiences of Black Women and Beyond
Menopause happens to all women, but the experience of going through it can be vastly different depending on ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. For Black women, Asian women, African Caribbean women, and others from diverse ethnic groups, the onset, symptoms, and post-menopausal factors are often influenced by complex interactions between biology, lifestyle, and cultural perceptions of aging and womanhood.
22 Oct 2024
Top Foods to Support Hormonal Balance Post-Menopause
As a menopause specialist, I know that maintaining hormonal balance post-menopause is key to feeling your best and managing common symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain. During menopause, your body goes through significant hormonal shifts, especially in oestrogen and progesterone levels. Which can leave you feeling out of sync. But did you know that what you eat plays a powerful role in helping your body restore that balance?
18 Oct 2024
How to Improve Your Energy During Perimenopause
Perimenopause can be a challenging time for many women, as fluctuating hormones often lead to fatigue, mood swings, and low energy. This transitional phase, which can start in your 40s or even earlier, affects each woman differently, but one common complaint is the constant feeling of tiredness. If you're experiencing this, you're not alone and the good news is that there are natural ways to boost your energy during perimenopause.
11 Oct 2024
The Benefits of Joining a Menopause Support Group
Menopause is a significant life transition that can bring about a variety of physical and emotional changes. While the experience is different for every woman, one thing remains the same: having a strong support system can make a world of difference. Menopause support groups provide a safe and understanding environment where women can share their experiences, gain insights, and receive both emotional and practical help.
10 Oct 2024
5 Ways to Manage Menopause Symptoms Naturally
Menopause is a natural phase of life, but its symptoms—like hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disturbances can feel overwhelming.
While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a popular option, many women are looking for natural alternatives to manage their symptoms.
10 Sept 2024
Understanding and Managing Anxiety During Menopause
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, but it can bring about a host of challenging symptoms, one of the most common being anxiety. If you’re experiencing heightened feelings of worry, stress, or unease during this time, you’re not alone. Anxiety during menopause is a common issue and understanding why it happens and what you can do about it is key to managing your symptoms effectively.
19 Jul 2024
Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and Its Implication
This blog discusses a topic that’s incredibly important but often not widely discussed—Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). This condition can be challenging and life-changing, so it’s crucial to understand what it is, its implications, and how to manage it
21 Jun 2024
Understanding Polycystic Ovaries and PCOS: What’s the Difference?
Today, we're diving into a topic that often causes confusion but is incredibly important to understand—Polycystic Ovaries (PCO) and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Despite their similar names, these two conditions are distinct in terms of their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Let's break it down and explore lifestyle tips to help manage these conditions.
28 Mar 2024
ADHD, Autism, and Women in Menopause
For women navigating ADHD or autism during menopause, a comprehensive approach that includes medical, psychological, and lifestyle interventions can offer significant relief and improve quality of life. It can be a lonely time especially at menopause when symptoms can worsen significantly, and it may be a shock to have a diagnosis of ADHD or autism whilst trying to navigate through menopause.