Menopause 1.0, Your Smart, Sassy Guide to What’s Really Going On
Welcome to the club no one warned us about!
Menopause isn’t a crisis, it’s a powerful recalibration. But let’s be real, the transition can feel like a mystery novel with missing pages. One minute you're cool, calm and collected, the next, you’re arguing with the kettle and forgetting where you parked the car… twice.
Here’s your crash course (minus the doom and gloom) on what’s happening, why and how to reclaim your fire.
1. Hot Flashes & Night Sweats
You're sitting in a meeting and suddenly, it’s like someone lit a bonfire in your bra. Sound familiar?
Stat, Up to 75% of women experience hot flashes during menopause.
Why it matters, Night sweats disrupt sleep, which impacts everything from mood to memory.
Trend. New wearable tech (like smart cooling PJs and body temp trackers) is making waves.
2. Mood Swings & Mental Health
One moment you’re Beyoncé; the next, it’s all tears and “leave me alone.”
Stat, Hormonal changes during menopause are linked to increased risk of anxiety and depression.
Why it matters, Left unchecked, emotional health affects work, relationships and self-esteem.
Trend. More therapists and coaches are training in menopause-specific mental health.
3. Sleep Disturbances
Tired of being tired? You’re not alone.
Stat, Over 60% of menopausal women report difficulty sleeping.
Why it matters, Poor sleep amplifies every other symptom.
Trend. Mindfulness, CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) and herbal remedies are rising in popularity.
4. Weight Gain & Metabolism Madness
You swear your jeans shrunk. They didn’t.
Stat, Declining oestrogen can lead to a slower metabolism and weight gain around the middle.
Why it matters, This can impact heart health, blood sugar and self-confidence.
Trend. Weight training and nutrition tailored for midlife women are proving more effective than calorie-counting.
5. Vaginal Dryness & Sexual Health
Nobody wants to talk about it. But we should.
Stat, Over 50% of women report vaginal dryness post-menopause, but many never seek help.
Why it matters, Sexual wellbeing is still wellbeing.
Trend. Vaginal moisturisers, hormone therapy and open conversations are helping women reclaim joy and comfort.
Time to Flip the Script
Menopause isn’t the end, it’s a powerful new beginning. But we weren’t meant to navigate it alone.
Get support through coaching or counselling, your mental and emotional health matter. Engage with empowered spaces like SistaTalk’s Menopause Group, where real talk meets real solutions. Find your tribe, laugh out loud and learn tools to thrive, not just survive.
If you felt seen reading this, don’t scroll past. Comment with your experience or your go-to tip, because every shared story chips away at the silence. Like this post if you’re ready to end the taboo around menopause and share it with a sister, colleague or friend who might be silently navigating this journey too. Let’s talk menopause and make it empowering, not embarrassing.
