WELCOME TO OUR SUMMER READING SERIES!
Whether you’re flipping pages on the patio or pressing play between errands, we’ve curated a trusted list of reads and watchable clips to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported on your menopause journey.
Amidst the growing wave of menopause content online, we’ve gone back to the sources—drawing from long-standing, research-backed organizations and healthcare experts. This series highlights key topics such as hormone therapy, perimenopause, bone health, racial disparities in care, weight gain, and more.
Grab your journal, pour a cool drink, and let’s dive in.
NOT SURE WHO TO TRUST?
Trusted Menopause Resources
MenoMedico highlights evidence-based sites that offer trustworthy, long-standing research on menopause. These are great starting points for reliable information.
Misinformation in Menopause
Confused by conflicting menopause info?
The Menopause Society outlines what hormone therapy is — and isn’t — for. Understanding misinformation is a crucial part of self-advocacy.
Menopause and Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of premature death in women.
Learn how hormone therapy timing matters, and how lifestyle, documentation, and awareness can protect your heart.
Perimenopause: What Is It?
Hot flashes and periods at the same time?
Perimenopause is the lead-up to menopause — and it can be a rollercoaster. Learn how to recognize the signs and when to track your symptoms.
Menopause and the Workplace
Managing symptoms while working? You’re not alone.
Many women face this challenge during the height of their careers. See what support is available to help you thrive at work.
Bone Health
Osteoporosis — the silent thief — is more common after menopause.
Discover how to protect your bones early with diet, strength training, and preventative care.
Menstrual Cycles and Perimenopause
Irregular or heavy periods during your 40s?
It may be part of the transition. Track bleeding patterns and talk with your provider, especially if you’re postmenopausal and experience spotting.
Irregular periods can be impactful to one’s daily life including increased PMS, uncertainty of what is going on, and concern for the changes. Dr Goldstein shares a great explanation of all of these changes here (posted at the Menopause Society)
Breast Cancer Screening
Screening is personal.
Your plan should reflect your history and needs. Understand how hormone therapy may affect risk and why conversations with your provider matter.
Racial Differences in Menopause
We are unique and so is our menopause journey.
Cultural and racial factors can shape symptoms, care access, and support. Your story deserves to be seen and heard.
There is less research available for women of colour related to menopause. The SWAN trial shines a spotlight on the differences and experiences that women of colour experience during menopause.
Weight Gain and Menopause
Aging, metabolism, and hormones all play a role in weight gain.
Learn how hormone therapy and healthy habits can help you manage changes and feel your best.
Vaginal Dryness
Pain, dryness, itching — you don’t have to just live with it.
Vaginal symptoms are common and treatable. Get informed and talk with your provider about options.
Cognition, the Brain and Menopause
Brain fog? memory changes?
Cognition changes can be worrisome. What is the role of hormone therapy? What is known and being learned?
The menopause society and Dr. Maki explains it all here!
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