Menopause: We Don’t Know What We Don’t Know – Updated

There are over thirty symptoms of menopause.

I had no idea.

While some women experience few menopausal symptoms, many find the transition profoundly challenging. Although menopause can still be difficult to talk about, it is a natural life stage that every woman will experience.

My own journey through perimenopause and post-menopause was often difficult and, at times, overwhelming. Looking back, I now recognize that what I initially attributed mostly to stress was also the result of significant hormonal changes occurring over many years. These changes can affect every aspect of a woman’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Like many women, I didn’t fully understand what was happening until I was already struggling.

Unfortunately, many clients and other women I know receive very little information about menopause or perimenopause early on. Women must educate and advocate for themselves and the good news is there is a significant amount of evidence-based research and tools to be found in books, podcasts and videos. With the support of knowledgeable professionals, I was able to navigate this transition and emerge feeling healthier, more grounded, and empowered and you can too.

When navigating this challenging time of life you deserve understanding, compassionate counselling support and evidence-based information. I have the lived experience and training to support women, and the people who love them, through this interesting time of life.

You do not have to navigate this journey alone.

You may have experienced symptoms without connecting them to perimenopause or menopause. Symptoms can include but are not limited to:

• Sleep disturbances
• Night sweats/Hot flashes
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Decreased libido
• Vaginal dryness
• Burning tongue (yes, it’s a thing!)
• Thinning hair
• Facial hair growth
• Joint pain
• Frozen shoulder
• Acne
• Brain fog
• Suicidality
• Rage

You do not have to put up with these symptoms, and they can continue into your 60s. It is important to educate yourself and find medical and counselling support if you are struggling. Read on to find out more about how menopause impacts women. I hope this information helps…

Please call for information about my training and how I can support you.

https://www.thestar.com/life/health-wellness/it-shut-all-the-joy-down-menopause-can-take-a-serious-toll-on-mental-health/article_177f8762-8cd3-567e-add9-449e5928e3a1.amp.html

https://time.com/article/2026/07/09/the-menopause-conversation-still-has-one-major-blind-spot/