Lisa Walker co founder of Eir Women

I Didn't Feel Like Myself: Perimenopause, Grief and Mental Health

Perimenopause doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Lisa shares her experience of grief, parenting, hormonal change and mental health, and what she’s since learned about resilience, positive psychology and finding joy when life is anything but...
Sigourney Cantelo founder of Beauticate

In Good Company: Sigourney Cantelo

There’s women we fancy for their brains, attitude and approach to life. Beauticate founder Sigourney Cantelo is one of them. This month she reveals what’s making her feel wildly alive, that time she turned up...
Close-up of half a smiling midlife woman’s face, showing a natural expression and softly lit skin.

What Are Character Strengths — and Can They Help Women Through Menopause?

What if menopause support didn’t only focus on what’s changed, but also on what’s already strong? We explore character strengths, autonomy and the psychological resources women bring with them into midlife.
Woman in midlife dancing at home in a bright pink outfit, surrounded by colourful décor, music and warm natural light.

Is Dancing Good for Menopause? Surprisingly, the Science Says It Might Be

Can dancing actually help during menopause? The research is promising. We look at what the science says, why enjoyment matters, and make a case for putting a little more joy back into how we move.
Lisa Walker Co Founder of Eir

Apparently Menopause Makes Us Insane

From climacteric insanity to animal ovaries, menopause advice has come a very long way. This Menopause Awareness Month, Lisa looks back at some of the truly wild things women have been told, and why it...
Woman in midlife sitting at a laptop in a bright, colourful home

Menopause Literacy: The Skill Every Woman Deserves Before Perimenopause

Menopause information is everywhere. Knowing what to trust is another story. We explore menopause literacy, why it matters, and how better information can help women make more confident decisions about their health.
Woman in midlife sitting on the floor and looking at her reflection in a mirror in a bright, relaxed home.

“I Don’t Feel Like Myself”: Is Identity Change Part of Perimenopause?

Why do so many women say they don’t feel like themselves in perimenopause? We explore the role of hormones, identity and changing priorities, and why midlife might be less about getting the old you back...
Why Am I Waking Up at 3am During Perimenopause? And Why Recovery Matters More Than You Think

Why Am I Waking Up at 3am During Perimenopause? And Why Recovery Matters More Than You Think

Exhausted all day, wide awake at 3.07am? Perimenopause sleep can go rogue. We look at why it happens, what actually helps, and why recovery matters more than ever after 40.
Sonia Savage Functional Nutritionist

What to Look for Before Buying a Supplement (According to a Functional Nutritionist)

Not all supplements are created equal. Before you buy into clever marketing, learn the six things a Functional Nutritionist always checks, from ingredient forms and therapeutic doses to research, quality and real-world results. Making informed...