Pre-Menopause

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How does menopause affect sleep?

Getting a good night’s sleep brings a bucketload of benefits for our health – but this can be tricky if you’re experiencing menopause. Come along and learn how menopause affects your sleep and discover a few tips and tricks for a successful snooze, so you're ready to take on daily life fearlessly.
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Understanding weight gain during menopause

Menopause can change our bodies in ways that we might not expect. One of these common surprises during the menopausal transition is weight gain, which can take a toll on our health if it goes unchecked. But fret not! We’ve got the lowdown on how to manage it.
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What are the symptoms of menopause?

Menopause is a natural part of our lives, but that doesn't necessarily make it any easier to get to grips with. It can be confusing when your body changes in ways you might not expect. So, we're here to break down the symptoms and signs, why they happen, and the treatment options available to help make this process a bit easier.
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Do sex drive and intimacy change with menopause?

Many of us will experience changes to our sex drive as we approach menopause. But ‘different’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘bad’ — your sexual journey won't end there if you don’t want it to. Here's how you can rediscover your sexual self during the menopausal transition
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What’s up with hormonal changes around menopause?

Most of us have heard of the hot flushes, irregular bleeding, and night sweats that are typical of menopause. But did you know it's all to do with hormones? Learn how hormone levels change your body in the time leading up to, during, and after menopause.
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Coping with menopause and mental health

You might be familiar with hot flushes, night sweats, and sleep problems as common physical changes during menopause. But have you considered its impact on your mental wellbeing? Join us as we explore the connection between menopause and mental health and discuss ways to help you prepare for this life stage.
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What is menopause?

The menopause is a subject that’s weirdly shrouded in mystery – but just like menstruation, it’s a totally natural process. We’ll talk through what age it usually starts at, the symptoms and signs of menopause as well as possible treatment

What is Perimenopause?

Just when you thought puberty and pregnancy were the only times that your hormone levels could experience such dramatic changes, think again.
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How will my body change postmenopause?

Many of us may be well versed in the changes that occur leading up to menopause, but have you ever wondered what happens to your body after menopause? It’s time to investigate some postmenopausal symptoms!
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Understanding hot flushes in menopause

If you’ve ever felt intense heat surge through your body and cause your cheeks to burn, then you may have already experienced a hot flush. Let’s discover more about what a hot flush is during menopause and what you can do to help it.
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Spotting & bleeding between periods

It can be a little scary when you notice traces of blood on your underwear between periods, especially if your cycle is pretty regular. But there’s no need to panic!

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