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𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲: Embracing a Wholistic Approach to Menopause Today is a great time to spotlight an issue that directly affects half of the world's population and the other half indirectly. Yet, for all that, this subject often remains shrouded in silence, minimization and stigma. What is it? #𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 ... We have some alarming projected figures to deal with. By next year (2025) there will be at least 𝟏 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 #𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞. Within this alarming figure, we know that a substantial number of women may not recognize the diverse signs of perimenopause or may not attribute them to this phase. How then do we deal with this coming tsunami where over 85% of women in perimenopause experience significant enough symptoms that end up derailing their work, relationships and wellbeing? And how do we avoid the medicalization of a natural process that requires some adjustments as we all live longer? What can be done? ✅ Educate yourself & raise awareness, especially to your womenfolk as they approach their 40’s.  ✅ Sensitize everyone else. They will know of someone going through it. Support is vital. ✅ Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater. Bioidentical hormone treatment remains a good first line management option if a woman doesn’t have contraindications. AT THE SAME TIME, the perimenopausal woman must adopt a proven, integrated, natural and science-based solution that will address the root cause (hormones). This approach will address the immediate and medium term issues as well as the downstream risks and consequences of perimenopause and menopause.  Cobbled together options simply Do. Not. Work! Not addressing them puts a woman at risk of a poor quality of life, even when she had a relatively ‘easy’ journey to menopause. Yet, this will affect ALL of us - women in midlife, but also mothers, sisters, aunts, friends & colleagues and all their male connections. To help in this, I’m excited to be able to support women in midlife and can be reached by DM, when we will hop on a call with clear deliverables to set you on the right path. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHealth #MenopauseAwareness #GetYourSassyBack

 🌟Amplifying Menopause Awareness: Empowering Women's Health Journey! As another Women's Health and Wellness Week comes to a close, we reflect on the conversations around menopause and hormonal imbalance that have sparked important insights and actions. Thank you for joining us in shedding light on this critical phase of women's health. 💬 Question of the Day: How can we better support women experiencing menopause and hormonal changes in their lives? Share your thoughts and experiences below! This week, we explored the significance of menopause awareness, highlighted groundbreaking startups like Rootless, and delved into the evolving landscape of research and innovation in menopause care. 🔍 Insights from the Community: 75% of women experience hot flashes, a common symptom of menopause. More than 1.3 million women in the U.S. enter menopause every year. Only 15-20% of women in low- and middle-income countries receive adequate menopause support. Technology and innovation, such as AI and telemedicine, are transforming menopause care. For instance, Lisa Health (USA) received $2.5 million in funding for digital health solutions using AI for personalized support and symptom tracking. Cultural attitudes also play a significant role: up to 50% of women in some cultures do not seek help due to stigma surrounding menopause. Join the conversation and let's continue advocating for women's health together. Your insights and experiences contribute to creating a more supportive environment for women navigating menopause. 📢 Let's Stay Connected: Tag someone who has supported you through your menopause journey or who you believe is making a difference in menopause care. Together, we can empower women to embrace this phase of life with confidence and dignity. Thank you for being a part of this meaningful dialogue. Together, let's pave the way for better menopause care and support worldwide. #MenopauseAwareness #WomensHealth #HormonalHealth #CommunityEngagement #SupportWomen Ankita Vashistha Shari Wenker Lakshmi Naga PotluriAnisha Sachi Singh Afsaneh Parvizi-Wayne FRSA Alessandra Henderson Andrea Berchowitz

Menopause is not just a phase—it's a significant life stage that deserves understanding, proper care, and open conversation. Yet, for many women, symptoms like hot flashes and brain fog are still stigmatized and misunderstood. We need to change that. It's time to reclaim menopause. We must advocate for better care, improved research, and a healthcare workforce that truly reflects the diverse needs of women. Let's keep the conversation going. Women deserve to feel heard and supported through every stage of life. #MenopauseAwareness #BreakTheStigma #WomensHealth #EmpowerWomen

Menopause is not just a phase—it's a significant life stage that deserves understanding, proper care, and open conversation. Yet, for many women, symptoms like hot flashes and brain fog are still stigmatized and misunderstood. We need to change that. It's time to reclaim menopause. We must advocate for better care, improved research, and a healthcare workforce that truly reflects the diverse needs of women. Let's keep the conversation going. Women deserve to feel heard and supported through every stage of life. #MenopauseAwareness #BreakTheStigma #WomensHealth #EmpowerWomen

Only a few years ago, menopause was rarely discussed. Thanks to voices like Oprah Winfrey and Davina McCall, this once-taboo topic is now reaching millions, sparking meaningful conversations and breaking down stigma. While celebrity advocacy plays a powerful role in normalizing menopause, it’s important to remember that every woman’s experience is unique. At sanoMidLife, we support women by providing personalized, evidence-based care and accessible resources, going beyond the surface to address real health needs. With menopause projected to become a $600B industry by 2025, it’s important to keep the focus on trustworthy, expert-driven care over marketing. Women don’t need another product endorsement—they deserve rigorous evidence-based information, genuine support, and a range of clinically validated medical and lifestyle options tailored to them. Let’s appreciate the influence of celebrities while staying mindful of where we seek our health information. Menopause deserves more than hype; it deserves understanding and professional guidance. #MenopauseAwareness #EvidenceBasedCare #WomensHealth #sanoMidLife https://lnkd.in/gBQVEDRU

Recently, I've noticed many women around me going through menopause, and it made me realize how little I actually know about it—even as a woman myself! It’s surprising how menopause, a natural transition that every woman will experience, is still such an underserved and misunderstood topic. Did you know that by 2025, 1 billion women worldwide will be going through menopause? Yet, it remains one of the most stigmatized and least talked about phases of a woman's life. According to the Gen-M Invisibility Report: 87% of menopausal women feel overlooked by society and brands. 50% don’t recognize menopause symptoms or understand its stages, leaving them blindsided. 96% of women want a one-stop resource for menopause products, advice, and support. This isn't just about hot flashes and HRT. It’s about the emotional, physical, and mental toll that menopause takes, compounded by a lack of societal and commercial support. As women juggle careers, families, and personal lives, this transition can feel isolating and overwhelming. But we can change this. 🌟 It’s time to: Raise awareness 🌍 Create supportive workplace policies 🏢 Shift marketing to be more inclusive 📢 Open up conversations 💬 Let’s ensure that women going through menopause are seen, supported, and empowered—because they deserve nothing less. #MenopauseAwareness #WomensHealth #InclusiveWorkplaces #SupportWomen #GenM #EndTheStigma

It’s great to see that menopause is now being openly discussed and that researchers are demystifying the effects on women experiencing symptoms. Our CPD accredited Menopause Awareness course gives education organisations an insight into how to support anyone through menopause at work. If you want find out more, visit us at #stillhuman. #teacherwellbeing #edwingroup #menopauseawareness

This just in: 60% of American women say they're entirely self-taught when it comes to menopause knowledge. Let that sink in for a moment. How is it possible that in 2024, we're still leaving women in the dark about a major life transition that affects HALF of our population? And the consequences of this are that women are suffering through symptoms they don't understand, making uninformed health decisions, their work and career is negatively impacted and their relationships are strained. But here's what really gets me: 74% of these women are actively seeking information about menopause. They WANT to understand what's happening to their bodies. Yet our healthcare system, our schools, and our society at large are failing them. I keep saying this … this isn't just a women's issue. When women aren't educated about their health, everyone loses. At Midi Healthwe're working to bridge this gap, through access to personalized menopause care, but our society needs a complete, systemic overhaul. So what does that look like? Let's get this conversation started - it's long overdue.

Let’s get real for a second: menopause is a huge emotional rollercoaster, and the way partners react can make or break the experience. Some men get it—some don’t. And let’s be clear: women shouldn’t have to carry the weight of explaining this all themselves. When it comes to intimacy, too many women are feeling blamed, unheard, or invisible. It’s time for partners to step up or step aside. It's time for everyone to get on board with menopause education. Check out the link below to learn more about this and read first-hand accounts of women going through menopause and perimenopause! Fearless Vagina™ A Crash Course in Mastering Menopause is your ultimate toolkit for breaking the silence around the emotional journey of menopause! Learn more about the course: https://bit.ly/3ZAwiXh And when it comes to understanding and navigating menopause, upgrade your support system with our Fearless Vagina™ merch that speaks volumes about women's health and resilience! Fearless Vagina™ merch: https://bit.ly/3ZjuhNV #MenopauseRevolution #fearlessvagina #menopausemondays #PartnerEducation #sexualeducation #womenshealth #perimenopause #libdo #Menopause

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 Did you know that 1 in 5 women consider leaving their jobs due to symptoms of menopause? Or that the majority of women going through perimenopause (typically ages 35-55) struggle in silence, afraid to speak up in the workplace? It’s time to change the narrative and build workplaces where women thrive at every stage of life. I’m thrilled to be hosting an incredible opportunity to attend the exclusive premiere of the PBS documentary The M-Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause, which tackles the cultural and workplace stigmas surrounding menopause. 📅 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Wednesday December 4th Doors at 4:45pm, 5pm movie screening followed by Q&A from experts in the field 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Okulski Family Theater 14920 Windmill Pointe Dr, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gG4fz43V This event is more than a screening—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. → Let’s talk about the 34+ symptoms of perimenopause that affect focus, productivity, and overall well-being. → Let’s explore how workplaces can create policies and cultures that support their employees during this pivotal stage of life. → Let’s celebrate women’s resilience and the power of education to drive change. Whether you're an HR professional, a leader passionate about DEI, or someone simply interested in the conversation, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Let’s work together to ensure menopause is no longer a silent career killer. Tag a colleague or friend who should attend!