Women's Health: menopause: unmuted

In this episode we hear from Barbara, who has dealt with symptoms shared by many women, namely hot flushes, night sweats, and heart health issues, that occur all too frequently as we get older. She found a lack of opportunities to talk about menopause and build a support network meant she had to deal with another common issue: isolation.

Barbara managed her symptoms on her own for over 10 years before seeking help, So many women could have less isolating menopause experiences if they spoke openly about their symptoms and the impact on their lives. I hope Barbara inspires you to speak up and find a friendly listening ear.

In her own words, Catherine “crashed into menopause.” It made her feel off-balance both physically and emotionally. Candidly, she describes the hot flashes, night sweats, and skin changes that characterized her menopause and why she feels a responsibility to talk about it. Catherine

Is the founder of a global online community of midlife women and believes “it’s really important for women to share stories.”

menopause: unmuted is designed to raise awareness, encourage communication, and share information. It is not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option.

Links

• https://www.menopauseunmuted.com
• https://www.pfizer.com/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/menopause

Chenoa describes herself as an emotional and soul intelligence expert. She considers her menopause journey as a powerfully positive time of renewal to “create the things that work for me.” In her episode she speaks honestly about the effect her menopause had on sex and intimacy, and how open discussion with her husband helped her move into this next stage in her life with confidence.

menopause: unmuted is designed to raise awareness, encourage communication, and share information. It is not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option.

Links.

• https://www.menopauseunmuted.com
• https://www.pfizer.com/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/menopause

Fashionista and midlife social media influencer, Shauna describes the intense hot flashes and uncontrollable periods that defined her menopause journey. She explains how her doctor “helped me realise what was going on in my body.” She challenges women not to fear menopause, but to talk about it and embrace it.

menopause: unmuted is designed to raise awareness, encourage communication, and share information. It is not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option.

Links

• https://menopauseunmuted.com/
• https://www.pfizer.com/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/menopause

E3: Charlene’s Story

With the sudden onset of menopause, Charlene’s story is about her taking control, changing the way she worked to help manage hot flashes, and finding ways to manage her anxiety. In hindsight she wished she’d been more vocal. “There's usually someone that's listening. So, don't stop talking.”

menopause: unmuted is designed to raise awareness, encourage communication, and share information. It is not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option.

Links

• http://menopauseunmuted.com
• https://www.pfizer.com/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/menopause