If you’re reaching the end of your menopause journey or feeling curious about what the future might have in store for you postmenopause, you’ve come to the right place. It’s natural to feel somewhat apprehensive about this next phase, particularly when we’re exposed to such negative images of postmenopausal women. However, the biggest menopause myth of them all is that life is over once you’ve reached this stage – you’ve entered old age and it’s a downward spiral of aches and pains, poor health, and mental decline. This is simply not true! Life after menopause has so much to offer. Once you have a better understanding of your body and what you need to be doing to get the best out of it, it becomes much easier to adapt your lifestyle, reframe your thoughts, take back control, and start living the life you truly want to be living.
WELCOME
YOUR LIFE AFTER MENOPAUSE • As you approach the next stage of life, we’re here to guide you through everything you need to know for a positive, joyful approach to postmenopause
AGE IS JUST A NUMBER! • Don’t let your age hold you back from doing whatever brings you joy
MENOPAUSE STAGES
UNDERSTANDING MENOPAUSE • Find out what’s happening in your body, from before you were born to the moment your periods stop
EARLY MENOPAUSE • What happens if you enter menopause much earlier in life than the average woman?
MOVING INTO POSTMENOPAUSE • Introducing you to the next phase of your life and what to expect after menopause
HOPES & FEARS • Take some time to think about your feelings around postmenopause
FIND SOME SUPPORT • Menopause is easier when you have an outlet for your thoughts and feelings
YOUR BODY AFTER MENOPAUSE • We explore what’s happening to your body inside and out
OTHER CAUSES OF WEIGHT GAIN • If you’ve gained weight suddenly, don’t always assume it’s menopause
TOP TIPS TO REDUCE WEIGHT GAIN • If you want to manage your weight, here are five key things to do
MENOPAUSE MYTHS & FACTS • We separate fact from fiction when it comes to life after menopause
HEALTH & SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
YOUR HEALTH AFTER MENOPAUSE • A thriving postmenopause life starts from a base of good overall health and wellness
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO START • Don’t feel as healthy as you’d like to right now? Take the first step towards a new you
SYMPTOMS BEYOND MENOPAUSE • Some symptoms of menopause will continue beyond the end of your periods; here’s an overview of the most common
SKIN BREAKOUTS • If you thought you left acne behind in your teenage years, you may be surprised to find it back again!
ACHES & PAINS • Feeling soreness in your muscles and joints can be a common condition
A WORD ON DEPRESSION • While menopause can impact your mental health, don’t miss the signs of depression
MANAGING YOUR SYMPTOMS • If you’re experiencing ongoing symptoms after menopause, here is a guide to the best treatment options
RISKS & SIDE EFFECTS • HRT can be a great solution for symptoms, but it does come with some downsides
WHO CAN’T TAKE HRT? • Some women might not be able to use a hormonalbased solution
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES • Try some alternative therapy to relieve your symptoms
HEALTH RISKS • Postmenopause puts you at a higher risk of certain health conditions. Discover the key ones and what you can do to prevent them
KEY HEALTH SCREENINGS • Don’t miss these screenings, as they can help to identify health conditions early
WEIGHT GAIN • Gaining weight in menopause can increase your risk factor for other health conditions
PROLAPSE • Your pelvic organs might not be held in place as securely as before
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